Escape 4WD L4-2.3L VIN H Hybrid (2005)
Removal and Installation
WARNING: The traction battery and charging system contains high voltage components and wiring. High voltage insulated safety gloves
and a face shield must be worn when carrying out any diagnostics on this vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe
personal injury or death.
WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will
render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If
brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink
water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with
water.
1. Disconnect the battery.
2. Depower the high-voltage battery.
3. Disconnect the brake fluid level switch electrical connector.
4. Remove the reservoir cap.
5. Using a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid from the brake master cylinder reservoir.
6. Remove the return hose clamp and the return hose.
7. Remove the feed hose clamp and the feed hose.
8. Remove the screw.
9. Remove the brake fluid reservoir.
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Pull the reservoir upwards.
10. NOTE: Install new seals. Lubricate the seals with clean DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid.
Remove and discard the 2 seals.
11. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Repower the high-voltage battery.
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Bleed the brake system.