Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1232 (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - EXTERNAL CONTROLS - 6F35)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGEXTERNAL CONTROLSINSPECTION AND VERIFICATION
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Inspection and Verification
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Inspection and Verification
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.
- Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause before proceeding to the next step.
- If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom. GO to SYMPTOM CHART - EXTERNAL CONTROLS .VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Selector lever cable
- Manual control lever
- Selector lever or selector lever knob
- Fuse(s):
- Smart Junction Box (SJB) 5 (10A)
- Battery Junction Box (BJB) 27 (10A)
- Connections
- Wiring harness
- Brake Shift Interlock Actuator (BSIA) switch
- Transmission Control Switch (TCS)
DTC CHARTDTC Component Description Condition Symptom Action B2572 Brake shift interlock Brake shift interlock output circuit failure The associated circuitry connected to the Smart Junction Box (SJB) or fuse, or the SJB itself may have an issue causing a brake shift interlock concern. Brake shift interlock is inoperative or does not operate correctly. GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
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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.