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.
2017 Ford Escape SFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
RFA Module
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B10AB:00 | Remote Keyless Entry Synchronization: No Sub Type Information | GO to PINPOINT TEST R : THE RKE (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY) TRANSMITTER IS INOPERATIVE (WITH PUSH BUTTON START) |
| B10C1:24 | Left Front Unlock Pull Switch: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B10C3:24 | Right Front Unlock Pull Switch: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B10C5:24 | Trunk Unlock Pull Switch: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test X |
| B10C6:1F | Exterior Trunk Antenna: Circuit Intermittent | GO to Pinpoint Test X |
| B10D1:24 | Left Front Lock button: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B10D3:24 | Right Front Lock button: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B12EE:11 | Liftgate/Tailgate/Trunk Release: Circuit Short To Ground | REFER to: Body Closures . |
| B1361:31 | Front Right Door Handle Lock Circuit: No Signal | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B1365:31 | Front Left Door Handle Lock Circuit: No Signal | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B136F:31 | Left Front Door Handle Unlock Circuit: No Signal | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B1370:23 | Door Handle Ground Supply: Signal Stuck Low | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B1370:24 | Door Handle Ground Supply: Signal Stuck High | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| B1373:31 | Front Right Door Handle Unlock Circuit: No Signal | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| U201F:00 | External Receiver: No Sub Type Information | GO to PINPOINT TEST R : THE RKE (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY) TRANSMITTER IS INOPERATIVE (WITH PUSH BUTTON START) |
| U201F:13 | External Receiver: No Sub Type Information | GO to PINPOINT TEST R : THE RKE (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY) TRANSMITTER IS INOPERATIVE (WITH PUSH BUTTON START) |
| U201F:29 | External Receiver: Signal Invalid | GO to PINPOINT TEST R : THE RKE (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY) TRANSMITTER IS INOPERATIVE (WITH PUSH BUTTON START) |
| U201F:4A | External Receiver: Incorrect Component Installed | GO to PINPOINT TEST R : THE RKE (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY) TRANSMITTER IS INOPERATIVE (WITH PUSH BUTTON START) |
| All other Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) | - | REFER to: Remote Function Actuator (RFA) Module . |
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:
- 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.
