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In your situation, the tail lights use dual-filament 3157 bulbs and are controlled by the car's body control module. They are designed to turn on automatically in low light, when braking, or when making a turn. If you encounter any problems with the tail lights, the easiest solution is to manually turn them on. If the issue persists, consider replacing the bulbs, which typically costs between $40 and $80 including the cost of parts and installation. Moreover, if you are experiencing troubles specifically with the brake lights, it could be caused by a faulty switch.
Which of these is the manual switch?
The rear lights of a Ford Escape use special dual-filament 3157 bulbs. These bulbs don't rely on a fuse but are controlled by a smart system in the car's BCM. So whenever you step on the gas or use the turn signal, that's when the tail lights come on.