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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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2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD
Section 703 (Pickup Bed And Platform Body)
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Section 703 (Pickup Bed And Platform Body)
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- Description And Operation
- Pickup Bed
- Power Tailgate - Component Location
- Power Tailgate - Overview
- Power Tailgate - System Operation and Component Description
- Notes
- System Diagram
- Network Message Chart
- Power Tailgate
- Component Description
- Front Power Tailgate Switch
- Rear Exterior Tailgate Release Switch
- RKE (Remote Keyless Entry) Transmitter Tailgate Latch Release
- Power Tailgate Latches
- Cinching/Unlatching Motor
- Switches: Forkbolt Secondary, Forkbolt Primary, Pawl and Home
- Latch Switch States
- Home Switch
- Power Tailgate Motor
- Position Sensor
- RGTM
- Electromagnetic Clutch
- Slip Clutch
- Tailgate Step Sensor
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Power Tailgate
- DTC Chart(s)
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: The Power Tailgate Does Not Unlatch
- Pinpoint Test B: The Tailgate Unlatches But The Power Tailgate Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test C: The Power Tailgate Is Inoperative From One Of The Power Tailgate Control Switches
- Pinpoint Test D: The Power Tailgate Stops In The Secondary Latch Position
- Pinpoint Test E: The Power Tailgate Reverses During A Power Close Operation
- Pinpoint Test F: The Power Tailgate Step Detect Status Does Not Work
- Pinpoint Test G: The Power Tailgate Does Not Power Open (Power Close OK)
- Pinpoint Test H: The Power Tailgate Closes (With A Continuous Chime) Immediately After A Power Open
- Pinpoint Test I: The Power Tailgate Actuation Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test J: U0101:87
- Pinpoint Test K: U0140:87
- Pinpoint Test L: U0294:87
- Pinpoint Test M: U3003:16
- Pinpoint Test N: U3003:17
- Pinpoint Test O: DTC U2200:00
- Pinpoint Test P: U3000:49
- Pinpoint Test Q: The Power Tailgate Reverses During Power Open Operation
- Pinpoint Test R: The Power Tailgate Has Excessive Noise During Operation
- Tailgate
- Power Tailgate
- General Procedures
- 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.