2011 Escape Fan Switch Issue

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Jun 25, 2017 | 06:51 AM

Don Expedition

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2011 Escape Fan Switch Issue

Hi Guy's
does anyone know why the fan selector switch only works on 4?
also why would the radiator fan come on instantly when you start the engine and select defrost.
Thank you

Jun 25, 2017 | 06:57 AM

wptski

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Probably your fan speed resistor is toast. Fan comes ON because your A/C comes ON also to defog your windshield.

Jun 25, 2017 | 07:01 AM

Don Expedition

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is that something i would have to take it to a dealor to have repaired?

Jun 25, 2017 | 09:54 AM

projectSHO89

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Originally Posted by Don Expedition

is that something i would have to take it to a dealor to have repaired?

Replacing the resistor is an easy job for any shade tree or driveway mechanic.

The radiator fan behavior you described is completely normal.

Jun 25, 2017 | 11:01 AM

m-chan68

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Go to your nearest Ford dealer and request for Motorcraft part number YH-1715 for your replacement blower motor resistor and replace it yourself. Here is a pictorial of its location that can be easily accessed by simply opening the glove box.

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Originally Posted by 2011 Ford Escape Workshop Manual Section 412-01

412-01 Climate Control
2011 Escape, Mariner, Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Procedure revision date: 07/22/2010

Blower Motor Resistor

Item
Part Number
Description
1
—
Blower motor resistor electrical connector (part of 19D887)
2
W701696
Blower motor resistor screw (2 required)
3
18591
Blower motor resistor

Removal and Installation
Lower the glove compartment.
Disconnect the blower motor resistor electrical connector.
Remove the 2 blower motor resistor screws.
To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
Remove the blower motor resistor.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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