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2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic

Symptom Chart

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Symptom Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
No communication with the ABS module	Wiring, terminals or connectors ABS module	REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK to diagnose the no communication problem.
The red brake warning indicator and the yellow ABS warning indicator are both illuminated	Wiring, terminals or connectors	REFER to the ABS MODULE DTC CHART .
The red brake warning indicator is illuminated and the yellow ABS warning indicator is not illuminated	Wiring, terminals or connectors Parking brake Brake fluid level sensor Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) ABS module	RETRIEVE and RECORD any ABS module DTCs. REFER to the ABS MODULE DTC CHART . If no ABS module DTCs are present, REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES to diagnose the IPC .
The yellow ABS warning indicator is never on	Wiring, terminals or connectors IPC ABS module	REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES to diagnose the IPC .
The stability/traction control warning indicator is never on	Wiring, terminals or connectors IPC ABS module	REFER to INSTRUMENTATION, MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES to diagnose the IPC .
Unintended ABS activation at low speeds or near the end of stopping the vehicle	ABS wheel speed sensor tone ring	INSPECT the tone rings for damage. INSTALL new as necessary.
Traction control cannot be disabled	MyKey™-restricted key in use with AdvanceTrac® always-on feature configured to "on" Wiring, terminals or connectors Stability/traction control switch ABS module	GO to PINPOINT TEST W .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.