Ford Escape: Voltage Converter/Inverter / Description and Operation - Direct Current/Alternating Current (DC/AC) Inverter - Overview
Overview
The DC - AC inverter converts 12 volts DC to 110 volts AC to power a
device that uses AC with a power requirement of less than 150 watts.
System Diagram
System Operation
Network Message Chart
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Power pack torque status
Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Control Module C (SOBDMC)
Used to determine if the vehicle is started or if torque is available...
Other information:
Fuel Economy Display - Gasoline
An instant fuel economy gauge is provided
along with average fuel economy. Average
fuel economy is continuously averaged
since the last reset.
Note: Press and hold the OK button on the
controls on the steering wheel to reset your
average fuel economy...
Removal
Remove the steering column shrouds.
Refer to: Steering Column Shrouds (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
Make sure that the component terminals are not bent or damaged.
Remove the retainers...