Ford Escape: Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly screws.
2. Remove the two screws from the
lamp assembly.
3. Carefully remove the lamp
assembly away from the vehicle by
pulling the assembly straight out to
expose the bulb socket. DO NOT
TIP THE LAMP ASSEMBLY SIDEWAYS.
4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp
assembly.
5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise.
7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with
two screws.
Replacing front sidemarker bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. ...
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
1. Remove the two screws and move
the lamp assembly away from the
liftgate.
2. Remove the bulb holder from the
lamp assembly by pressing the
snaps.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
sock ...
See also:
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors
the operation of the emission control system.
■ If the malfuncti ...
Heated oxygen sensors
The heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen
content of the exhaust gases. Readings
are fed into a control module that continuously
monitors engine functions and controls fuel
injection. The r ...
Front Seats
WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to
slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal
injuries in the event of a collision.
WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher ...
