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.
2011 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Interior Lighting Module: Service and Repair
Ambient Lighting Module
Removal and Installation
Vehicles with a manual transaxle
1. Depress the parking brake pedal.
2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL (N).
Vehicles with an automatic transaxle
3. Remove the selector lever trim ring.
Vehicles with a manual transaxle
4. Disengage the gearshift boot trim ring.
All vehicles
5. Remove the floor console storage bin.
6. Remove the floor console finish panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
7. Remove the 2 screws and the ambient lighting module.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Make sure to align the trim panel retaining clips to the retaining clip holes in the floor console.
Factory Service Tools
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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.