Ford Escape: Front End Body Panels / Removal and Installation - Cowl Panel Grille
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the clips.
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Pull outward to release the locking clips and position
the upper portion of the cowl panel grille away from the A-pillar.
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Pull upward and remove the cowl panel grille.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting)
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Other information:
Before starting the engine, check the
following:
Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
Make sure the parking brake is on.
Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Fully press the brake pedal.Note: Do not touch the accelerator
pedal...
OVERVIEW
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...