P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Ford Escape’s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor – High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Ford Escape is P0174. It indicates that your Ford Escape is running lean on the bank two side of the engine. P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more
P0305 is a fairly common trouble code with the Ford Escape. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0305: Misfire Detected → Cylinder 5 P0305 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your Escape. The nice thing about P0305 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, … Read more
P0135 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Ford Escape. It is caused by a failure in one of the oxygen sensors heated elements, specifically bank 1 sensor 1. It technically stands for: P0135: Heated Oxygen Sensor → Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction → Bank 1, Sensor 1 The purpose of the heated … Read more
P0121 is a somewhat common trouble code with the Ford Escape. It’s an OBDII code and has to do with the Throttle Pedal Position Sensor. It is relatively serious problem since it leaves your vehicle in failsafe mode. P0121: Throttle Pedal Position Sensor → Switch (TPS) A Circuit Range → Performance Problem OBDII code P0121 … Read more
The P0440 code is a common trouble code that many Ford Escape owners may encounter. It indicates that there is an issue with the vehicle’s Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. Specifically, the EVAP system is malfunctioning. A variety of causes can trigger the P0440 code, with the most common one being a loose or damaged … Read more
A somewhat common issue with the Ford Escape is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug your Escape into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very … Read more
One of the most common issues that happens with the Ford Escape is the P0442 trouble code. This code appears when connecting the vehicle to an OBDII scanner and pertains to the emissions system. While it’s unlikely to cause a breakdown, it can be bothersome and may result in a failed emissions test for your … Read more
Technology is wonderful (when it works). It can be incredibly frustrating to deal with troubleshooting the expensive and finicky gadgets that are in modern vehicles. If your Ford Escape has a backup camera that is not working, here are the most common causes and how to troubleshoot them. Troubleshooting Ford Escape Backup Camera Problems This … Read more
If your Ford Escape has the P0304 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic OBD IIcode (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your vehicle’s fourth cylinder is misfiring. P0304 is a drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more