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Ford Escape: Parking Brake and Actuation / Description and Operation - Parking Brake - Overview

Overview

The parking brake system uses 2 switch activated, Electronic Control Unit (ECU) controlled motors to apply and release the rear brake calipers. The ABS module controls and monitors the parking brake system and sets Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) when a fault is present in the system. The IPC illuminates the parking brake warning indicator and displays a message in the message center when a fault is present and when the parking brakes are applied and released.

    Description and Operation - Parking Brake - Component Location

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    Description and Operation - Parking Brake - System Operation and Component Description

    System Operation System Diagram E364577 *.sttxt { visibility: hidden; } *.stcallout { visibility: visible; } 1 Parking Brake Control Switch 2 LH Parking Brake Actuator Motor 3 RH Parking Brake Actuator Motor ..

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    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Diagnosis and Testing - Front Drive Halfshafts


    Preliminary Inspection Visually inspect the CV joints, housing, boots, and clamps for obvious signs of mechanical damage. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH. Symptom Chart(s) Diagn..

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Drive Modes


    Deep Snow/Sand (If Equipped) Use this mode to aid you in getting your vehicle unstuck from deep snow or sand. Note: The intent of your all-wheel drive vehicle is not for off-road use. The all-wheel drive feature allows for driving on relatively level surfaces, obstruction free and similar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicle in other conditions could lead to excessi..

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    Fastening the Seatbelts

    Ford Escape. Fastening the Seatbelts

    Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle, the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from, until it engages.

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