Ford Escape: Automatic Transmission External Controls - Automatic Transmission – HF45 / Description and Operation - External Controls - Overview
Overview
The shift by wire system uses a rotary dial GSM to interface with the TCM to select gear positions.
The shift by wire system needs a 12 volt power source to move the transmission out of park.
System Operation
Component Description
GSM
When the driver needs to change gear position the driver selects P
R
N or D by rotating a GSM dial...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to
upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
Draining
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...
Categories
What Is the Master Access Code
The master access code is a factory-set
five-digit entry code. You can operate the
keypad with the master access code at
any time. The master access code is on the
owner’s wallet card in the glove box and
is available from an authorized dealer.
Displaying the Master Access Code
To display the factory-set code in the
information display:

Remove the rubber mat.
Insert the first programmed key in the
backup slot.
Press the push button ignition switch
once and wait a few seconds.
Press the push button ignition switch
again and remove the key.
Within 10 seconds, place a second
programmed intelligent access key in
the backup slot and press the push
button ignition switch.
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