Ford · FordPass Connect
Ford Escape and Lincoln Corsair modem fuse
Updated September 2026
The FordPass Connect modem in your Escape or Corsair reports location and driving data to Ford. Like most Fords, it's one small fuse to switch off, with no trim to remove.
Short answer
On a 2019+ Ford Escape or Lincoln Corsair, pull the 5A fuse labeled Telematics in the passenger compartment fuse panel. It’s F10 or F11 depending on the build, so confirm it on the lid diagram. FordPass shows the vehicle offline within a few minutes.
Fuse and module location
| Vehicle | Telematics fuse | Where the TCU is |
|---|---|---|
| Escape 2019+ (4th gen) | F10 or F11, 5A, passenger compartment panel | Under the rear load floor |
| Corsair 2020+ | Same approach as the Escape | Same platform as the Escape |
Pulling it
- Open the passenger compartment fuse panel and read the diagram on the cover.
- Find the 5A fuse labeled Telematics (F10 or F11).
- Pull it with the fuse puller or needle-nose pliers.
- To undo it, push the fuse back in. FordPass reconnects within minutes.
Careful: the wrong fuse can take out the radio or set warning codes. Always match the label first.
What you lose, and what keeps working
- Lost: FordPass or Lincoln Way remote start, lock, and locate, 911 Assist on connected trims, the Wi-Fi hotspot, vehicle health alerts, over-the-air updates, and driving-data uploads
- Still works: GPS navigation, SiriusXM, SYNC screens, Bluetooth, CarPlay and Android Auto, and all safety systems
Confirm it worked
Open FordPass or Lincoln Way. Within a few minutes the vehicle should show as offline. If it still responds, you pulled the wrong fuse, so put it back and recheck the diagram on the fuse panel lid.
Want every Ford and Lincoln covered?
The Ford / Lincoln guide has confirmed fuse positions and module locations for Escape, Corsair, F-150, Super Duty, Bronco, Maverick, Explorer, Mustang, Expedition, and more. $35, emailed as a PDF.
Common questions
+Which fuse is the telematics modem on a 2019+ Ford Escape?
A 5A fuse labeled Telematics in the passenger compartment fuse panel, F10 or F11 depending on the build. Confirm it on the diagram before pulling it.
+Where is the TCU on a Ford Escape?
On the 2019+ (4th generation) Escape it's under the rear load floor. Lift the cargo floor panel in the back to reach it.
+Is the Lincoln Corsair the same?
Yes. The Corsair shares the Escape's platform and uses the same telematics fuse approach. Confirm the fuse number on your own lid diagram.
+Will pulling the fuse affect SYNC or navigation?
No. Ford's TCU is a standalone data modem. SYNC, navigation, SiriusXM, Bluetooth, and CarPlay keep working.