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 175 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTOPLAMPSINSPECTION AND VERIFICATIONNOTES
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Inspection and Verification: Notes
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect the following for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Stoplamp switch
- Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 18 (10A) (stoplamp switch)
- Circuitry
- Bulbs
- High mounted stoplamp
- Rear lamp assembly
- Floor shifter
- Anti-lock brake system (ABS) module
- SJB
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.NOTE: Make sure the multifunction switch is in the OFF position.
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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.