Ford Escape: Body Closures / Removal and Installation - Hands-Free Liftgate Actuation Module
Removal
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connectors.
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connector.
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Remove the fasteners and hands free liftgate actuation module.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform a LIN new module initialization following the on-screen instructions.
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02)
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Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation lower sensor electrical connector...
Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02)
.
Drill the rivets, release the tabs and remove the lower rear bumper cover valence
Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation upper sensor electrical connector...
Other information:
WARNING: To help avoid personal
injury, always use caution when in
reverse (R) and when using the sensing
system.
WARNING: The system may not
detect objects with surfaces that absorb
reflection. Always drive with due care
and attention. Failure to take care may
result in a crash...
Brakes – Warning Lamps
If the ABS indicator illuminates
when you are driving, this
indicates a malfunction. Your
vehicle continues to have normal braking
without the anti-lock braking system
function. See an authorized dealer.
It also momentarily illuminates when you
switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp
is functional...