Doors - Unable to Open: Overview

Article No.
02-9-3

05/13/02

BODY - UNABLE TO OPEN DOORS

FORD:
2001-2002 ESCAPE

ISSUE
Some vehicles built before 12/15/01 may exhibit door latches that will not open. The outside handle and inside handle can be moved freely but latch remains locked. This may occur if the locked door's outside handle is lifted at the same time as the power lock button on either the key fob or the door panel is pressed.

ACTION
Refer to the follow Service Procedure to open door(s) and replace door latch per Workshop Manual Section 501-14: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems.





Parts Block

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME

020903A Follow Service Procedure 1.5 Hrs.
To Open Door And
Replace Door Latch: One
Front Door

020903B Follow Service Procedure 2.3 Hrs.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
Both Front Doors

020903C Follow Service Procedure 1.8 Hrs.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
One Front Door One Rear
Door

020903D Follow Service Procedure 2.8 Hrs.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
Both Front Doors One
Rear Door

020903E Follow Service Procedure 2.2 Hrs.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
One Front Door Both Rear
Doors

020903F Follow Service Procedure 0.6 Hr.
To Open Door And
Replace Door Latch: One
Rear Door

020903G Follow Service Procedure 0.9 Hr.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
Both Rear Doors

020903H Follow Service Procedure 3.1 Hrs.
To Open Doors And
Replace Door Latches:
Both Front And Both Rear
Doors

DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
5421813 41

OASIS CODES: 112000