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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 976 (HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS)GENERAL PROCEDURESLATCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT - SLIDING DOOR
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
Latch Cable Adjustment - Sliding Door
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Latch Cable Adjustment - Sliding Door
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Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Gauge, Door Latch Cable | 501-021 (T93T-2100-AH) |
- Remove the sliding door trim panel and watershield. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
- Loosen the sliding door rear latch cable adjusting bolt.
NOTE:
This adjustment is used to set up the inside and outside handle travel when opening the sliding door. This procedure must be carried out when a new latch remote control is installed or when the door cannot be opened due to insufficient handle travel.
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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.