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 532 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE - 6 SPEED)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGDIAGNOSTICSON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC WITH SCAN TOOL
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
On-Board Diagnostic With Scan Tool
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION On-Board Diagnostic With Scan Tool
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
For detailed instruction and other diagnostic methods using the scan tool or equivalent, refer to the scan tool tester manual and the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE
article.
These Quick Tests should be used to diagnose the powertrain control module (PCM) and should be carried out in order.
- Quick Test 1.0 - Visual Inspection
- Quick Test 2.0 - Set Up
- Quick Test 3.0 - Key On, Engine Off (KOEO)
- Quick Test 4.0 - Continuous Memory Codes
- Quick Test 5.0 - Key On, Engine Running (KOER)
- Special Test Modes
- Wiggle Test Mode
- Output Test Mode
- PCM Reset Mode
- Clearing DTCs P1000
- OBD II Drive Cycle
- Other scan tool features
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.