Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Description and Operation - Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Overview
Overview
The power lock/unlock feature locks or unlocks the doors upon request from any of the following inputs:
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Door Lock Control Switch
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Keyless entry keypad (if equipped)
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Passive entry system (if equipped)
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RKE transmitter (if equipped)
The driver door can also be unlocked/ locked manually using the mechanical key in a door lock cylinder.
If
equipped, the passive entry feature automatically locks or unlocks the
doors, or releases the liftgate latch (manual liftgate) or power opens
the liftgate (power liftgate).
If
equipped with an electronic fuel filler door release (hybrid vehicles),
excessive fuel vapor pressure is removed from the fuel tank before the
fuel filler door latch is released.
If
equipped with a fuel filler door lock (non-hybrid vehicles), the fuel
filler door lock operates in conjunction with the electronic driver door
lock/unlock operation. When the driver door is electronically locked or
unlocked, the fuel filler door is also electronically locked or
unlocked.
Rear doors have mechanical child lock from the access above each rear door latch.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Liftgate Release Switch
2
Passive Key
3
RTM (remote start vehicles only)
4
Keyless Entry Keypad
5
GWM
6
RGTM
7
Liftgate Latch
8
Turn Signals
9
Horn
10
IPC
11
IKT Keyfob
12
With Passive Entry
13
Door Latches
14
DDM
15
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Other information:
System Operation
Universal Transmitter
The universal transmitter learns a hand-held transmitter radio
frequency code and stores the code in memory. It consists of 3 buttons
with an indicator lamp. Once the universal transmitter code is stored,
the universal transmitter emits the radio frequency of the hand-held
transmitter when the corresponding button is pressed. The universal
transmit..
DTC Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
PCM
P0504:00
Brake Switch: A..