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2008 Ford Escape CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Escape & Mariner -> Description -> Regenerative Braking System -> System Operation
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

System Operation

The anti-lock brake system (ABS) module, with or without stability assist, simultaneously manages the anti-lock braking, traction control and engine control systems to maintain vehicle control during deceleration and acceleration. The ABS accomplishes this by communicating with the other modules over the high speed controller area network (HS-CAN) bus.

When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, the module carries out a preliminary electrical check and, at approximately 20 km/h (12 mph), the hydraulic pump motor is turned on for approximately one half-second. An...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

Do not swap driveshaft assembles from different vehicles. The Escape Hybrid drive shaft is longer than the driveshaft in the Escape/Mariner and is not interchangeable.

With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Remove ground strap bolt.
Remove and discard 6 front driveshaft-to-transfer case bolts and washers. Do not reuse CV joint bolts and washers. Install new bolts and washers or damage to vehicle may occur.
Index-mark front driveshaft to center bearing.
Remove and discard 4 universal joint cap strap bolts and 2 cap straps and remove front driveshaft. Do not reuse bolts a...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Description
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLT 2.3 L4 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) has the ability to monitor the air pressure of all five tires. The tire-mounted pressure sensors transmit signals to the TPMS module by using the valve stem as an antenna. These transmissions are sent approximately every 60 seconds when the vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph. The TPMS module compares each tire pressure sensor tra...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLT 3.0 V6 GAS

Always disconnect battery ground cable at the battery before disconnecting starter motor battery terminal lead. If a tool is shorted at the starter motor battery terminal, the tool can quickly heat enough to cause a skin burn. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

Disconnect battery ground cable.
Loosen band clamp and remove air filter element, tray and inlet snorkel.
Disconnect transmission shift cable and adjustment lock from transmission manual control lever.
Disconnect transmission shift cable rotating slide snap and position aside transmissi...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2008-09 Escape, Escape Hybrid, Mariner & Mariner Hybrid
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

Remove the two wiper pivot arms nuts, then remove the wiper arms, Fig. .
Remove the lefthand and righthand cowl end cap retainers, then the end caps, Fig. .
...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Engine Oil Life Indicator -> Escape & Escape Hybrid
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

Press and release SETUP button until System Check is displayed.
Press SETUP button again to displa...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

Inlet

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at coolant adapter assembly.
Remove hose from coolant adapter assembly.
Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
Remove hose from vehicle.
Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
Reposition heater hose outlet clamp at heater core.
Disconnect heater outlet hose from ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape Limited 3.0 V6 GAS

Raise and support vehicle.
Remove righthand front wheel and tire assembly.
Remove righthand ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Ford Escape XLT 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Data Link Connector

Front Cigar Lighter

Rear Window Defrost Switch

Lighting Control Module

Audio Unit

Steering Wheel Diagram for 2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:

Horn Switch

Audio/Climate Control Switch

Steering wheel/Speed Control Switch

Airbag Sliding Contact

Connector C203

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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

2008 Ford Escape XLS 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator

Seat Pressure Sensor

Passenger Safety Belt Tension Sensor

Smart Junction Box

Occupant Classification System Module

2008 Ford Escape XLT 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

Components on diagram:

Passenger Heated Seat Relay

Driver Heated Seat Relay

Smart Junction Box

HVAC-EMTC

Front Side Driver Backrest Heater Mat

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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

Document: CD4E TRANSMISSION - FLUID LEAK TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER (EXCLUDES HYBRIDS) - BUILT ON OR BEFORE 5/9/2008
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape XLT 2.3 L4 GAS

Symptoms:

Leaks

Auto Systems:

Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter

Document: Red Triangle On and Stop Safely Now Message - DTC P1A0C
Vehicle: 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid 2.3 L4 ELECTRIC/GAS

Symptoms:

False Instrument Panel Indications

Auto Systems:

Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors

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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Ford Escape AUTOMOBILES

BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
Minimum brake lining thickness.
Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Final drive fill & drain plug torques
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Ford Escape cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

Airflow sensor electrical specifications
Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
Barometric pressure sensor specs
Battery group number and cranking performance
Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
Engine compression pressures
Coolant temperature sensor specs
Computer advance.
Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
Distributor advance specifications
Ignition pickup coil resistance
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
Engine fastener torque values
Firing order diagrams
Fuel system pressures
Generator (alternator) specs
Intake air temperature sensor specs
Ignition coil specifications
Fuel injector resistance
Engine idle speeds
Knock sensor resistance
Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
Mixture control solenoid resistance
Voltage regulator specs
Spark plug applications & gaps
Starter motor electrical specs.
Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
Throttle position sensor specs
Vacuum sensor valve specs

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	2005 Ford Escape Wiper Blade, Rear, Passenger Side, Front, 20 in. length, Includes universal plastic adapters and easy to follow installation instructions; This new generation flat blade provides improved wiping capabilities in rain and freezing weather, long lasting durability, an easy to service design using a rubber insert that requires no special tools or high cost items to replace, and a clean appearance from inside the vehicle with the wiper profile neatly conforming to the base of the windshield; Backed by 1-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.. Source: Auto Body Parts Store	$4.80

	2011 Ford Escape Antenna, 1370 mm cable; A high quality antenna; May require modification or other adjustment to your vehicle upon installation; With 3 years limited CertifiedXL warranty.. Source: Auto Body Parts Store	$9.04

	2004 Ford Escape 17" X 4" Steel Wheel, STEEL WHEEL, 17 X 4, 5 STUDS/LUGS, 114.3MM BOLT DIA, SPARE, BLACK , , . Source: Wheels / Rims, Mirrors & Lights Store	$65.13

	2003 Ford Escape V6, 3.0 L, 181 CID Rebuilt Engine, RWD OHV V-6, Warranty: 7-Year/70,000 Mile, . Source: Rebuilt Engines Store	$1,696.00

	2001 Ford Escape Used A/C Compressor, 3.0, AUTO, 4X2 3.0L, Very Good. Source: Used Auto Parts Store	$122.00

	2001 Ford Escape Used Exhaust Manifold, Passenger Side Rear, 3.0L, R. (), Very Good. Source: Used Auto Parts Store	$204.00
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