In 2001, the Ford Escape has a 3.0L V6 engine with six separate ignition coil packs. The most common part number for the coils is DG500. This number is used to determine the correct part number when buying these. The ignition coils need to replace in sets if one is damaged and the other comes from original equipment or is more than seven years old. The replacement of these coils can be expensive at the brick and mortar shops. Araparts is here to help change this.

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The ignition coils that are part of the 2001 Escape malfunctioning are a frequent problem, and you’re not the only one. We’ve also encountered problems that involve that the PCM not working simultaneously. Although this isn’t the norm for each Ford Escape, this may be something you should examine. There have been reports of people changing their coils but having the PCM to ignite within a short time.

Be sure to test your PCM to make sure it’s functioning in a proper manner. The ignition coils don’t have a lifespan that is predicted however, regional weather conditions can impact the lifespan of the coils. Rainy and humid regions are known to significantly reduce the lifespan of these coils. If any of the ignition modules malfunctions your engine may run poorly, and the engine code could be displayed.

Step 1

Remove the hood and disconnect the negative terminal of the battery with an open-ended wrench.

Step 2

Find the ignition coil you wish to replace. The ignition wires should be pulled off the coil on both sides by grasping the wire’s boot and pulling. The wiring harness should be separated from the ignition at the same time.

Step 3

Remove the ignition coil from the bracket for mounting with the 3/8-inch ratchet extension and socket. The coil should be removed from the engine bay, and then put the new one on the bracket, and secure with the original hardware, as well as the 3/8-inch extension, ratchet, and sockets. Connect the wiring harness to the ignition coil. Push the ignition cables over the posts of the ignition circuit until they produce an audible sound, which indicates that they are secure in place on the electrode. Reinstall the negative terminal of the battery with an open-ended wrench.