Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Active Grille Shutter Actuator
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the active grille shutter.
Refer to: Active Grille Shutter (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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On both sides.
Release the tabs and remove the upper vane bearing.
Install the General Equipment: Flat Headed Screw Driver
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On both sides.
Remove the vane.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Release the tab.
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Remove the active grille shutter actuator.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cooling module.
Refer to: Cooling Module (303-03A Engine Cooling - 1...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
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..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Drain the Electric Powertrain Cooling System.
Refer to: Cooling System Filling and Bleeding (303-03D Electric
Powertrain Cooling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), General Procedures).
Remove the retainers and the RH underbody shield.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
Remove th..