2013-2014 Ford Escape Poor A/C Performance Quick Fix

In this video I go over a quick fix you can do to prevent the evaporator from freezing in your new Escape.
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[@pburchins]

This was a HUGE help while we were driving to Walt Disney World last month. We were in South GA when it happened. I asked my wife to drive while I researched the issue. We stopped in Valdosta bought a cheap pair of needle nose pliers at Publix. Repaired it in the parking lot. By the time we got back to I-75 it was ice cold again! Thanks for saving our trip!

[@robertferraro6471]

How to do that to mine thanks

[@josephearl7983]

Every time I drove my wife's 2012 Focus I hated it because of the intermittent AC. My friend who used to be a Ford tech said it could be the evap sensor, and said the dash would have to be removed at a cost of around $900 to replace it. There is a video of a guy bypassing his in his Lincoln, so I thought I could try that. Found your video and discovered that the sensor was accessible from the driver's side, and wow, was that easy! I went the extra mile and bought the Motorcraft part at O'Reilly's for $13, clipped it, and the AC is perfect now. Thank you!

[@eckelr]

On a 6 hour, 90 degree road trip with my dad in his 2013 Escape and the AC was seizing up about an hour in. Found this video and this method took care of it. We are back to riding cool. Thank you so much for posting this.

[@1202sag]

Unbelievable! This worked like a charm! Coming from someone who doesn't have a mechanical history, I was somewhat leery about this solution. However, everything that this guys was saying about the problem was happening on my family's return trip from NJ. So, I tried it and when I came back from the bathroom at a rest stop off the turnpike, and saw the windows rolled up, I was so happy to find the fix worked! My wife, kids, and mom were all singing my praises as I got into the car. Daddy saved the day! Or at least the ride back... Thank you for making me look like a rock star!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Stephen DeBose Nice thanks for sharing!

[@jackovhemling1831]

Hahaha i love this comment.... you are a rock star man

[@appleztooranges]

What did you use to snip it off?

[@joshuamoore2721]

@@appleztooranges It shows you what tool to use in the picture lol 1:12

[@issamadam9352]

@@appleztooranges use snip as shown in diagram in the video.

[@sbt5]

Had this issue on our Escape driving through 105 degree heat through Southern California. Stopped, did a quick search and luckily found this video on You Tube, and had the thing fixed in 10 minutes. Worked great...thanks for posting this!

[@angiereincke6376]

This saved us on a road trip in a 2014 escape we bought used last fall. Could hear the motor but nothing coming out, googled and came to your video and had it fixed in 10 minutes. Thank you so much for posting this!!!

[@tommysmart1516]

Driving with my brother cross country and we started having this issue. I googled how to fix this and this video saved us! After fixing it we immediately had cold air blasting and were back on the road in less than 5 min! Thank you so much for this easy tip!

[@bmantube85]

Thank you!!! My wife's 2013 Escape is having this exact problem on the hottest and most humid days. I checked the level of refrigerant and it was fine so I was confused as to what would make it freeze up. Easy and free fix.

[@biblicoa]

THIS WORKED PERFECTLY, I spent hundreds of dollars at the auto shop trying different things, nothing worked. I did this at home and immediately the AC was blasting. THANK YOU

[@StoneysWorkshop]

I love finding tips online for fixing my own vehicles! Keep it up, thanks!

[@ameegreg]

Thank you so very much! My local Ford dealership quoted me over $500 for replacing the sensor, saying the coolant recharge and cabin filter were mandatory parts of the procedure. After watching your video, I ordered a replacement sensor for $42 and swapped it out myself in 5 minutes. Thank you!

[@jacobleewalker]

Just fixed my wife’s car on the side of the road on a 300 mile road trip through the desert in 105 degree heat, your the man !

[@touchston7]

scarabkid22 how long did it take to get cold air to come back on?

[@robertcrawbuck5761]

Same issue with my Ford Escape 2014. The fix worked perfectly, minus the Ford recommendations of refrigerant and Cabin Filter. Thank you.

[@juliuscesarestrada9458]

Thanks sir! Works like magic, I've had this problem since last year and went to a repair shop for a couple of times but they already change the compressor, added freon but still had the same problem and they suggested to open the dashboard to inspect the whole AC system....I was hesitant to do this at first but I said it wouldnt be so bad to try it and voila!!! It's working fine ,should have done this a long time ago and could have save me some dollars ..

[@502Chevy]

One of the most valuable youtube channels going....Thanks for all your effort doing this!

[@kenburnum6369]

Woohoo! Had this exact problem on our 2014 2.0 AWD. Replaced the cabin air filter that was plugged from going through a few Arizon Haboobs dust storms. Now in high humidity Arkansas with 100 degree heat. Clipping the loop took care of the issue perfectly. I’m not sure it has ever cooled down this low before. I’ll rate this TSB fix a 10!

[@cpsadp99]

I just did this to my 2014 Escape I am excited to try it out. Driving this morning to Orlando airport and working on and turning it of and on was a pain. Thanks for taking the time to make the video. You are awesome.

[@julien7228]

Sweet video. Thank you for this. They ordered a replacement sensor for my Fiesta, which they said will take about 2 months to arrive. Perhaps I should show the dealer this video.

[@dmcclure7523]

Thank you so much for posting this fix. It worked for me today. People like you are so kind to help others with your knowledge. It saved me all the hassle and cost to get it repaired.

[@stevenmann2368]

This guy is legit. I’ve been chasing this problem on my 2014 Ford Fiesta ST. The sensor location is on the passenger side and I had to wind up replacing the sensor, but it works. I took it to my local Ford dealer twice and they couldn’t “replicate” the problem.

[@johnhutchison9782]

Good Sunday to you. Just wanted to touch base with you as it has been seven years since you first posted this. Looks like Ford came out with another part to replace the original one, and you don't have to snip the loop off of the sensor now.... Allegedly. it is FV6Z-19C734-B. About the only difference that I can see from the original part and what the new one is, is a bend in that straight shaft about halfway up before you get to the sensor. and to be honest, it looks like it is original part, and Ford just heated it and bent it. time will tell. Because I did do the loop removal, and down here in Florida, a year after I did it, I started having the same problem again. I will keep you in the loop as to how this works in the long run. Thanks so much.

[@BL-ts1vc]

Tried this on my 2013 Focus. Worked like a charm! Thank you my friend!

[@draven1307]

How did you remove the panel

[@searchorbmarketing3305]

@@draven1307 I did mine without removing the panel. I didn't even unconnect the connector.

[@kyleetie5608]

Great vid, Makuloco! Thx for posting, this issue has plagued me & my 2013 Escape 2.5L. Thx again!

[@Boost81]

Thank you for this video, did the trick for my 2011 Ford S-Max. According to forscan this sensor had a permanent failure. Best fix ever 😂

[@fastfordman1965]

Gonna try this tomorrow morning along with a new filter. AC works the best of any car I’ve ever had then poof, minimal air coming out of the vents but blower motor still cranking away. I live in Arizona so AC is a MUST.

[@JA-bl7dk]

Thanks for the vid! Wife just took first road trip and sure enough they had this problem!

[@johnvandalay1598]

Took me a while to find the sensor, its above the gas pedal on the side of centre console close to the firewall. So i have had this is issue for past two summers, so I look forward to seeing if this works. Thanks for sharing this. I'll send an update..

[@tysonm2525]

Thank you thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!!!!!! We were driving across the desert and this problems happened to us with little kids in the back of the car.

[@shan20nu]

Amazin! I have done mine and its fixed all those problems. Thank you!!

[@1820dakota]

Well doing this to my focus I watched the thermometer in the vents and it was hovering around 40-45 for a long time and then it started over cooling then. I don't know what to think at this point? Maybe the sensor is just bad?

[@AdventureswithJane]

Awesome! Side of the road on a hot. humid day in Michigan! Thanks!

[@AceDublB]

Brian, Love your videos, especially helpful for my 2009 Ford Escape. Have you done any videos on the very common problem of radiator fan running on high speed when AC is being run. Apparently the issue is caused by the desiccant bag bursting which results in the particles floating around and ultimately plugging up pressure valve. The TSB fix involves reverse flushing the system to purge all the debris. My tech just replaced the valve and re-pressurized system but shortly thereafter the radiator fan is again running at high speed although my AC is still operating cold. Blower Speed #1 doesn’t work but I think that is another issue to be solved by replacing YH23 blower resistor.

[@RizwanJilani]

Many thanks, I am facing the same problem on my ford focus 2013, I was about to change the temperature sensor, I believe it will fix my problem also, hope for good, Another thing I will gonna clean EVAP drainage pipe as well cuz I never see water dripping under my car.

[@trooper460]

Thank you. Did the fix on my 2013 Escape and so far, so good!

[@LeonardoE]

Where is the sensor located?

[@draven1307]

And how did you remove the panel

[@lhlinn7351]

I think I have the same problem on my 2010 Ford Fusion. AC airflow drops to nothing, only happens during very humid conditions. Airflow returns to normal after an hour or so (evaporator thaws??). I've learned that if I run the heater for just a couple of minutes, it defrosts quickly. Too bad its so difficult to replace the sensor on the Fusion (I watched your other video on removing the dash). I'll just live with it. Excellent job on the videos, thanks.

[@KaiTheLaceDonn]

Was out doing uber eats in this florida weather and ong this saved me thank you so much !

[@fterrya]

Good video! I'm having the same problem with my 2012 Escape, i.e. in hot weather lately, the AC starts blowing warm air. I've taken it into a neighborhood mechanic and a dealership, but both were unable to recreate the problem (charging me over $100 total) for the "labor". It's now cooler and it seems to be working fine, but since this is Texas, it'll be steaming in no time around here. Would this problem A) occur on a 2012? and B) be so intermittent?

[@Blade548]

My 2006/2007 Focus A/C is blowing cold air from only 2 of the 4 vents. From the other 2 vents the air that comes out is almost outside temperature. What could this be? Thanks from Brazil.

[@CristianNShadowCast]

wow thank you, will try that tomorrow. I actually had AC spit ice cold water on my right foot for minutes... while driving when I realized the evap is frozen and turned ac off.

[@danielpino5190]

Great video. I do have a question. I have a 2014 Escape and I've noticed a buzzing noise coming from the blower fan. I've taken it to the dealer and they told me that they compared it to a new vehicle and advised that it made the same noise. Do you know if this is common in this model? If not, do you know how to access the blower fan? I'm wondering if debris has gotten into the fan.

[@davidfletcher9165]

Is the EVAP temp sensor in the same location on a 2012 Ford Escape?

[@colereynolds4607]

Hello, I did this a still having the issues. I saw a forum post of someone changing out the blower motor resistor and it working. What do you think about that?

[@MrSmith2013]

I have a 2011 Escape XLT and am experiencing the same issues described in this video. Does anyone know where this sensor is located in my model? I looked near the gas pedal and did not find it. Thanks!

[@prograndprix]

Got any tips for a 2014 escape with a squeaking blower motor? I can't even figure out where it is.

[@bnmarshall]

Where is this sensor located on a 2012 Escape 2.5 Limited. I looked under the dash near the pedal. Is my model one of the ones that requires removal of the dash board? Great videos! Thanks!

[@MrGamerholic]

I've got a question, I have a 2014 Ford focus that had great working a/c at night or not in direct sunlight. I have recharged the system at my shop and the sensor is the same as the c-max. Do you think this fix would help with the poor performance during the hot Florida midday sun lol.

[@elgmac73]

It usually happens when I'm on the freeway. I just did this fix hopefully it solves the AC issue when I'm on the road-Thanks

[@jif.6821]

My 2001 Ford escape has the same symptoms. Do you know where the evap temp sensor is on my car? Thank you!

[@laredoz90]

I have a 2011 taurus SHO and my ac some times works and some times it dont do you know if my evap temp sensor is our?

[@talon5252]

the sensor is in the exact same place for a 2014 ford focus.. I am guessing they used this same sensor in many models, so would you say its worth a try to fix? description of issues, air flow slows to a crawl and is at room temperature.. and car sits for a while, crank it up, whaaala.. so guessing core is freezing, and once thawed, prob is solved.. I am guessing its safe to make same repair on my focus..?? and yes.. you're awesome.. thanks for this info.. powerless to the dealer repair shop, and an empty wallet, without you...

[@ppenberthy]

Thanks for the tip. My local Ford dealer is 4 weeks out for service.

[@michaelmurphy660]

Hey Brian, just did this procedure easily on my 2013 ford escape. Now the a.c. Is blowing only warm/ outside temp air... Any advice? Thanks!

[@nicorallysport]

is this faulty sensor can cycle to air conditioning? (compressor engages, trips, snaps, trips, and so on). Thank you

[@djsepsis]

Would this fix work for 2014 ford fiesta? I'm having the exact problem...sensor is blue identical...and by the way how long does it take for evap to thaw? thx

[@TonyAGross04]

Hey there! So i took my ford escape into a Firestone Tire and auto care store here in New Orleans. I had been complaining of my ac getting kinda uncomfortable warm when driving, then going back to cold. But when it was more evening time, it would stay cold. Odd so i took it to the mechanic to look at and he told me he thinks its mold in the accumulator and that i really should bring it to my dealer ( im looking at a whole knew ac unit) any ideas ?

[@jacquelineorgano9940]

Is this applicable to Ford Fiesta? I'm having the same issue with the AC suddenly dropping and blowing hot air. Thanks!

[@fasttl]

My 2013 Fusion 2.0 Ecoboost has this same problem. Is there a similar fix available for my car?

[@roberturkevich9014]

Keep up with the videos great stuff im a master tech but not for ford learned a few things here

[@chrisinformation]

Thank you! Going to try this on my 2013 Escape.

[@luisservin7795]

can you help me with my weather meter, it goes up and down, i turn my signal and y goes crazy to -50 C sometimes, my escape is 2013

[@jermainstarks7061]

Hey how you doing the 2016’s don’t look exactly like that which one do I pull out then the right or left one

[@wdsanchez5]

I have 2014 escape titanium and i don’t see the evap sensors by the gas peddle.. is this located somewhere different with ac with dual climate control

[@alfonsoramos5597]

Hi how are you. My problem is related except that I just bought a used 2018 Escape and the problem is that the AC blows hot when we get in it. The temp reading that's right next to the vehicle back up view display monitor show a way of number. Like when I got in it today it showed 27°f. So it blows hot air thinking it needs to heat the cabin not cool it. After driving a few minures I turned the AC system off and on then temp reading started going up quickly to the proper cabin temp. which was 87°f. Then the AC came on and it started blowing cold air. What is causing this problem? Is it the same as above ?

[@mhamadhoshyar3507]

I have an issue with my Ford Escape 2017 AC that suddenly blowing Hot air , I wanna follow the TSB 14-0006 that you described here but I don’t know how to open it and cut around the eva temp ? Can you please help me with a little Instruction, thanks .

[@rigobertohernandez7333]

I have a 2007 my ac blows mostly thru defrost on top and bottom floor when I'm running none thru the vents. Any suggestions???

[@billhill5181]

Would this work for a 2011 as well? My issue is when first starting the car, the ac compressor will run and it'll blow ice cold air. But it kicks on and off for a couple of minutes, but then completely stops running altogether. I checked the freon level and it's where it needs to be. Could it be the transducer? Thanks!

[@jaredappleseed7037]

Is this the same problem/fix and location on the explorers as well?

[@miketyson6320]

i have same issue on 2013 ford explorer. can somebody tell me where this sensor located in 2013 ford explorer

[@luisservin7795]

ive already change the weather sensor that goes on the front bumper, hope you can help me, tranks a lot

[@juniorpaz3289]

Good evening I wanted to ask you a question, my air conditioning is ruined but I already change the new compressor and condenser but there is no signal to the fuse box where the relay goes who can give me an opinion my car is a Ford escape 2014

[@billpratt6105]

My son has a 2014 Explorer XLT that has the exact symptoms described for the Escape. Can you tell me the location of the evaporator temp sensor is? Is it behind the gas pedal as you show in the video on the Escape?

[@rattle004]

I have a 2016 escape and experiencing the same symptoms. Could this be the samething? I've took it to ford they didn't know and already had refrigerant recovered,vacuum and fresh virgin refrigerant put in and sill the same thing. Any ideas???

[@royalbird9956]

Mine is not blowing warm air the vent feels cold and you can hear it running but the pressure from the blow is not there. Would this be the same thing?

[@luciousberib373]

Where is the evap sensor on a 2002 Ford escape, my escape ac works fine in town but any driving above 35mph it starts to blow hot air, once speed goes down it blows cold ait, my refrigerant level is good.

[@ast5515]

I have a 2015 C-Max in Europe, meaning I have the 1.5 Ecoboost and no hybrid system. My AC blows cold, but there is barely any air coming out of the vents despite them being fully open. The fan is working and it is really damn loud, but the air seems to get lost somewhere. I don't think I have the evaporator freezing problem, as the problem exist even from a cold start. Dealership says it's fine, because reasons. Any ideas?

[@mcbtex9917]

doing this to my 2013 Ford C- Max Hybrid SEL ... THANKS YOU !!!

[@jesusduarte5034]

I have a 2010 ford scape 4 cylinders, my issue is when the weather gets hot its really hard to feel the cold air, it blows cold air but its just not getting the car cold, i already charged my ac system and it still happens

[@andromedusmoat9608]

we're having the same problem, but with a 2012... is it a similar fix? if so, is the ETS location the same?

[@axelmartinezboulouf4534]

great tip for this huge problem design , thanks for share , greetings

[@imlostinthewoods]

Thank you for this excellent video. I know it has helped a lot of people with the later model Ford Escapes. If at all possible, could you please answer the same question (or possibly pount us to a link) in detail related to the earlier model 2010 to 2012 with the same issues. Many people on this stream have asked, but there doesn't seem to be a definitive answer as to how to find the "evaporator temperature sensor" on these models. Specifically do you have to pull the dash out to reach it? Many references are to the 2012 Ford Escape. Thank you so much for your time.

[@HowToEscapeDIYTipsandReviews]

Very cool- thank you very much @FordTechMakuloco!

[@marcinmorris]

Hi, I own Kuga 2 from 2013. Its a 2.0 tdci Duratorq and I have the issue you describe, bit I can reproduce it every time when my car engine speed is greater that 2.5k. What I did are changing cabin filter and I cut that temp sensor as you showed in this video. But my problem still exists. What I think is that I might have an overchaged AC system and compressor shuts down due to ac pressure sensor finds too high pressure at high pressure side when engine revs high (a lot of "high" word 😅 ). But how to confirm that? Is there any free app I can use with OBD2 reader to see the value of that ac pressure sensor?

[@saifullahpeace]

Hi could you please tell me how to replace evaporator temp sensor for ecosport ecoboost 2013 or bypass it for temporary fix

[@kevinw1797]

I have a 2012 escape. Blows cold but once in a while it blows hot. Is the the same on a 2012?

[@paigem]

is the 06/07 models similar in problem fixing? i have a hybrid 07 and its having similar issues

[@JAlexanderMorales]

Hi @FordTechMakuloco in a ford escape 2011 the sensor is located at the same place?

[@mbrian1972]

My 2007 ford escape was having this issue where would this sensor be located on my car

[@papitovarona]

@fordTechMakuloo great video, is there a "Quick fix" for a 2013 Fusion Titanium edition? I really don't want to pull the Dash!!!! HELP!!!!!

[@wst8340]

I did what you said but still does it. 013 SEL. Have replaced Cabin filter twice since owning. Thanks anyways.🇨🇦

[@hectorvadi7046]

Do you know how to fix this problem? , I have a 2013 Ford Focus and has the same problem (It blows cold air , and then a decide to blow out a warm or hot air , That have an humid , stale odor ) . I have visited the dealer on 5 occasions and they claim not to see the condition .The last time I went to the service manager for the road test and saw the condicion.BUT they do not know what cause the problem

[@dustmitefromsanjose]

I did this a few years ago and it worked. Now the AC is not working again. I refilled the freon and just pulled out the evac cord, but there is nothing to remove because It is already modified. I have a new car on the way but in the meantime, it is HOT in my car.

[@mpmccarthy556]

I just looked at my sensor and the whi plastic housing is bent. Is that normal? Should I still cut this piece?

[@14hubbajo]

Does 2013 explorer have the same issue? Is the sensor in the same place?

[@emmanuelboateng6741]

How can I physically detect if this temp sensor is expired, malfunctioned, bad, or out of use?

[@debbiewhite3270]

TY - For years, I have been saying I was going to do it but didn't. Watched your video and did it in a few minutes. Woo hoo. Not bad for a woman just shy of 60 lol

[@nonitobadong1510]

FordTechMakuloco sir, how are you? I always watch your videos related to ford. I just wondering have you ever encountered a problem related to a/c that is turning on and off whenever its hot outside. I soon realized that its happening when I turned off my recirculation then the ac intermittently shutting on and off about 4sec intervals. I tried to check the ac pressures and its good. I also did alter my evap sensor. Like what you showed in your video. Even my private Mechanic cannot figured it out, i tried to bring it to the dealer and it did not show any signs of the problem. So I just dunno anymore what to do with the car. Is there any connection with the a/c and the recirculation? Maybe software problems? Thank you so much. My car is a ford escape 2014 2.5L.

[@Startower86]

Fantastic, sir. Thank you!

[@gotrust4741]

Hey bro I have ac2017 ford Fusion energi titanium and my ac isn’t working where is the EVAP temp sensor located?

[@vicdmise]

Can anyone tell me where to find this TSB? I've searched online and the return is spotty, and spoken to a Ford dealer that says they don't know anything about it. Also, does this count as a recall and is it covered?

[@Cram15]

I have a 2010 ford flex the AC blows soft then hard and repeats itself and this goes on while the AC blows. sometimes it happens and sometimes it dosent.