Ford Escape Manuals

Ford Escape: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / General Procedures - Door Latch Lubrication

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Flat-Bladed Screwdriver

Materials

Name Specification
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
ESB-M1C93-B
 

Activation

NOTE: Typical left front door shown, others similar.

  1. Open the door.
  1. Using a flat blade screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).
    Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
  1. NOTICE: Do not over-lubricate the latch. Using excessive grease may damage the internal lock motor.

    Spray the multi-purpose grease into the opening on the door latch for approximately 5 seconds.
    Material: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)
  1. NOTE: Some exterior door handles are operated mechanically while other exterior door handles are operated electronically.

    Open the latch using the exterior door handle.
  1. Open and close the door several times to circulate the lubricant inside the latch.
  1. Open the door.
  1. Wipe off any excess grease.

    Diagnosis and Testing - Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

    Diagnostic Trouble Code (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)...

    General Procedures - Liftgate Latch Manual Release

    Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Interior Trim Remover Activation Remove the liftgate latch access cover from the center of the liftgate trim panel...

    Other information:

    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Turbocharger Coolant Return Tube


    Removal and Installation NOTICE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger...

    Ford Escape 2020-2025 Owners Manual: California Proposition 65


    WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm...

    Categories

    Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Dipstick Overview

    Ford Escape. Engine Oil

    Minimum. Maximum.

    read more

    Copyright © 2025 www.fordescape4.com