Ford Escape: Wipers and Washers / Description and Operation - Wipers and Washers - Overview
Overview
The
windshield wiper/washer system is activated by the wiper/washer switch.
The wiper/washer switch is mounted to the right side of the SCCM . The
following functions/ features of the windshield wiper/washer system are:
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Mist wipe
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Windshield wash (includes front camera wash, if equipped)
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Courtesy wipe
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Windshield wipers (low/high speed)
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Intermittent wipers
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Speed dependent wipers
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Wiper activated exterior lamps
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Rain sensitive wipers (if equipped)
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Rear window wipe/wash
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Heated wiper park (if equipped)
The intermittent/rain sensitive wipers have 6 intermittent /sensitivity settings.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Rain Sensor
2
SCCM
3
GWM
4
BCM
5
IPC
6
PCM
7
BCMC
8
Wiper Relay
9
BCMC
10
Rear Washer Relay
11
Rear Wiper Motor
12
Washer Motor
13
Windshield Wiper Motor
14
HS-CAN3
15
LIN LIN
16
HS-CA..
Other information:
Item
Description
1
High voltage battery
Item
Description
1
High voltage battery cable
Item
Description
1
High voltage battery cover
Item
Description
1
BECM
Item
Description
1
High voltage battery junction box
Item
Description
1
DCDC and SOBDM fuse..
Removal
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules. The high-voltage cables and wiring are identified by orange
harness tape or orange wi..