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 331 (TRANSFER CASE - FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEMS)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Section 331 (Transfer Case - Four-Wheel Drive Systems)
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Section 331 (Transfer Case - Four-Wheel Drive Systems)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Systems
- Notes
- Principles of Operation
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: Functional Test
- Pinpoint Test B: No Communication With The 4-Wheel Drive (4WD) Control Module
- Pinpoint Test C: 4WD Control Module Battery Voltage Is High Or Low
- Pinpoint Test D: 4WD Control Module Received No/Invalid Data From PCM
- Pinpoint Test E: 4WD Control Module Received No/Invalid Data From ABS Module
- Pinpoint Test F: CAN Communications Bus Fault
- Pinpoint Test G: Vehicle Has No Or Inadequate Torque At Rear Wheels
- Pinpoint Test H: The 4WD Indicator Does Not Operate Correctly
- Pinpoint Test I: Vehicle Binds In A Turn Or Resists Turning
- Pinpoint Test J: Tire/Axle Out Of Acceptable Range
- Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Systems
- Removal And Installation
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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.