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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012ESCAPE 2WD L4-2.5L HYBRIDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSAPPLICATION AND IDVEHICLE CERTIFICATION (VC) LABEL
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid
Vehicle Certification (VC) Label
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5L HybridSECTION Vehicle Certification (VC) Label
VEHICLE CERTIFICATION (VC) LABEL
Base Engine Calibration Information
Base engine calibration information, also referred to as the powertrain calibration, is located in the lower right corner of the VC label. Engine calibration information is limited to a maximum of five characters per line (two lines maximum). Calibration information more than five characters long wraps to the second line of this field. Only the base calibration appears on this label. The revision level is no longer printed on the label; however, it can be found in On-line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS). For more information on VC label or engine calibration, refer to the Vehicle Identification Codes, Identification Codes.
Engine Calibration Location
Calibration Location On VC Label
VC Label Decal Location
The VC label is on the LH door or the door post pillar.
Engine Calibration Code
Base Engine Calibration Information
Base engine calibration information, also referred to as the powertrain calibration, is located in the lower right corner of the VC label. Engine calibration information is limited to a maximum of five characters per line (two lines maximum). Calibration information more than five characters long wraps to the second line of this field. Only the base calibration appears on this label. The revision level is no longer printed on the label; however, it can be found in On-line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS). For more information on VC label or engine calibration, refer to the Vehicle Identification Codes, Identification Codes.
Engine Calibration Location
Calibration Location On VC Label
VC Label Decal Location
The VC label is on the LH door or the door post pillar.
Engine Calibration Code
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.