Power locks not working properly

2006 FORD ESCAPE
180,000 MILES • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARK RAASCH
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The lock feature works for the remote and in the car, but the unlock feature does not work for either.
Mar 20, 2019 at 12:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

The first thing I would recommend checking is the wiring to the driver's door main switch. Make sure nothing is loose, damaged, or corroded.

Here are the directions for removing the switch. I will add the directions for removal in order. All attached pictures correlate with these directions.

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FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL


Escape Is Shown, Mariner Is Similar

See Picture 1

Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: LH side is shown; RH side is similar.

Disconnect the battery.

2. Open the cover, remove the screw and the interior door handle bezel.
3. Remove the door handle cup screw.
4. Remove the front door trim panel cover, screws and the front door trim panel.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.


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Removal and Installation

NOTE: The LH side is shown, the RH side is similar.

See Picture 2

1. Remove the front door trim panel.
2. On Mariner vehicles, remove the 3 screws and the front door trim panel arm rest.
3. Release the bezel retaining clip from the door trim panel.
4. Release the locking clips and remove the window control switch.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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Let me know if this helps. I have to be honest, since none of the locks are working properly, I have a feeling the switch is the problem, so take your time and make sure none of the wiring is disconnected or broken. Often times, the wiring between the door and the door frame will break from bending so many times. So, check that too.

Here are a couple links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Take care and let me know the results.

Joe
Mar 20, 2019 at 7:46 PM