Ford 2010 Escape manuale d’uso

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 19 Entertainment Systems 28 AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 28 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 36 USB port 38 Satellite radio information 42 Navigation system 45 SYNC 威 45 Climate Controls 46 Manual heating and air conditioning 46 Dual automatic temperature contro[...]

Locks and Security 91 Keys 91 Locks 92 Anti-theft system 102 Seating and Safety Restraints 1 1 1 Seating 111 Safety restraints 123 Airbags 137 Child restraints 153 Tires, Wheels and Loading 170 T ire information 172 T ire inflation 174 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 188 V ehicle loading 193 T railer towing 201 Recreational towing 206 Drivi[...]

Customer Assistance 275 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 281 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 281 Cleaning 282 Maintenance and Specifications 290 Engine compartment 292 Engine oil 296 Battery 300 Engine coolant 302 Fuel information 307 Air filter(s) 325 Part numbers 327 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 328 Engine data 331[...]

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following [...]

W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment W e must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubricatio[...]

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES New V ehicle Limited W arranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’[...]

Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Y our vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information abo[...]

T o access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful[...]

W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your ve[...]

bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenan[...]

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position. If the brake system warning light d[...]

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly . If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressu[...]

Overdrive cancel and grade assist: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter . Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Throttle control/Powertrain: Illuminates when a powertrai[...]

GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges Instrument Cluster 17 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine a[...]

T achometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. If equipped with a message center , refer to Message center in this chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to E[...]

Info Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO button until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset. Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch th[...]

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations • V ariations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record t[...]

1. OIL LIFE 2. LIFTGA TE AND GLASS 3. BRAKE SYSTEM 4. DTE/FUEL LEVEL 5. P ARK AID (if equipped) 6. MYKEY DIST ANCE (if a MyKey™ is programmed) 7. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 8. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. OIL LIFE This displays the remaining oil life. An oil change is required whenever indicated[...]

Press the RESET control to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds. AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear , putting the vehicle in motion. Press RESET to turn autolock on or off. AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors w[...]

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. T ypes of messages and warnings: • Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you may need to take action on or be informed of. • Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is restarted. • Some messages will r[...]

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter . TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR F AUL T — Displayed when the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dea[...]

TOP SPEED MY KEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and Belt-Minder 威 is activated. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and [...]

SP ACE FOUND STOP (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. PULL FOR W ARD USE CAUTION (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. BACK UP SLOWL Y USE CAUTI[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS Note: If your volume is muted and MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use e[...]

AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/V olume): Press to turn the radio on/off. T urn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition is turned back on. AM/FM: Press repeatedly to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. TUNE: T [...]

T o activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display . Use SEEK/TRACK to turn AUTO PRESET ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate; the 10 stronges[...]

/ Play/Pause: Press to play/pause a track when playing a CD. SEEK/TRACK: Press SEEK/TRACK to access the previous/next track. CA T (Category) / FOLD (Folder): In MP3 mode only– Press CA T/FOLD and then press SEEK/TRACK to access the previous/next folder . SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder . DIRECT : I[...]

SHUFFLE: Press SHUFFLE to switch on/off and begin/stop random play . The system will only shuffle the disc currently playing. Satellite Radio (if equipped) Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS 威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability . SIRIUS: Press to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Pres[...]

MEMOR Y PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each for SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3. T o save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory preset number (0–9) until sound returns. TEXT : Press and release to display the artist and song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll [...]

an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. Y ou can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20 titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the saved titles and press / to cycle through the saved titles. When the song titl[...]

Note: you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to lock/unlock when using this feature. b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four -digit PIN and the system will save [...]

ALL SEA TS (Occupancy mode, if equipped): Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting. Press SEEK/TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEA TS, DRIVERS SEA T or REAR SEA TS. Extra Features AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode), and SYNC 威 (if equipped). For location and further information on au[...]

Y our vehicle is equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity . T o achieve optimal performance, please observe the following in[...]

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. T roubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. [...]

Y our vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located on the instrument panel. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 supplement or Navigation System supplemen[...]

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only . (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner . • W ipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are[...]

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio[...]

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d[...]

• T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. Y o ua r ei nal o c a t i o nt h a t is blocking the SIRIUS 威 signa[...]

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: T urn to select fan speed. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster . Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 3. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister [...]

8. : Distributes air through the demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents (if equipped). 9. T emperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 10. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter [...]

Operating tips • T o reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather , select (defrost) or (floor/defrost). • T o reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the system off or with (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back s[...]

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. AUTO/Driver temperature: Press to engage full automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air , to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desire[...]

5. Power/ : Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle through the vents. T urn to manually increase/decrease the fan speed. The manual fan speed setting will appear on the left side of the display . Press AUTO to return to full automatic control. 6. : Distribu[...]

13. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . Engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 14. Driver heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the driver heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints ch[...]

• Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select or . 3. Select (recirculated air) to provide colder airflow . 4. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 5. Set highest fan setting initially , then adjust to maintain comfort. T o aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to [...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the head[...]

2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position. 3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position. 4. T urn the key to the on position. 5. T urn the key back to the off position. 6. T urn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlights should turn on). 7. T urn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delay [...]

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. T o activate: • the ignition must be in the on position. • the headlamp control must be in the off, parking lamps or autolamp position. • with automatic transmission, th[...]

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are p[...]

5. Locate the vertical adjuster on the headlamp, then turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust up) or counterclockwise (to adjust down) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern to the horizontal line. 6. Move the opaque cloth to cover the right-hand headlamp and repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the left-hand headlamp. 7. HORIZONT AL AIM IS NOT REQ[...]

The map lamp controls (without moon roof) are located on the dome lamp. Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Press the button again to turn off the lamps. For models equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel. Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate[...]

Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, cupholders, the console bin and the console tray with a choice of several colors. The ambient lighting control switch is located on the floor console. T o activate, press and release the control to cycle through the color choices plus the off state. The lights come on whenever the ignition is in[...]

T ake your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below . Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T .” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern a[...]

Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Reach over the front bolster . 4. Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and then pulling it straight out. 5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. W ARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children?[...]

5. Carefully pull the bulb out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. Replacing front sidemarker bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer . Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion [...]

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by pressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Install the new bulbs in reverse order . Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the h[...]

4. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 6. T o install, carefully press the lamp assembly into liftgate. Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position. 2. From underneath the vehicle, carefully disconnect th[...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. W indshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick press and hold: the wipers will swipe thre[...]

Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: 2 — Normal speed operation of rear wiper . 1 — Intermittent operation of rear wiper . O (off) — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer control [...]

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. Slide on rod feature The visor will slide back and forth on the rod for increased sunlight coverage. Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: T o stow the visor back into the headliner , viso[...]

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy . Usually , when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehi[...]

6. The direction will display after the RESET control is released. The zone is now updated. Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors[...]

5. Small storage trays and (if equipped) an ambient light control switch. W ARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholders. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. The tray and inside bin can be removed to open up space to fit a laptop computer , MP3 players, CDs or handbags. T o remove, open the console lid and pull the bin straight up and out f[...]

T o prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W . If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. T o have full capacity usage of your power po[...]

One-touch down (AUTO) Allows the driver’ s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly . The window will open fully . Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate [...]

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will display in the mirror or the navig[...]

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Do not clean the housing or g[...]

3. Press the SET + control and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • V ehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce [...]

Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. • Press and release the SET + control to operate the T ap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to [...]

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Radio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, or CD • SA T1, SA T2 or SA T3 (Satellite Radio mode if equipped). • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) In Radio mode: • Press to access the next/previous preset station. In CD mode:[...]

Navigation system hands free control features (if equipped) Press and hold control briefly until the voice icon appears on the navigation display to use the voice command feature. Press to complete a voice command. For further information on the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement. SYNC 威 system hands free control feature[...]

For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC 威 system, refer to the Navigation System and SYNC 威 supplements. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Y ou can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up (from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. W ARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unatten[...]

roof reaches the bounce-back position, the moon roof will travel with no bounce-back protection. If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active), the moon roof will stop. T o vent: • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, vent feature. T o t[...]

Do not use the Car2U 威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982). Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Car2U 威 system progra[...]

you will know which actions are time-sensitive. If you do not follow the time-sensitive actions, the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure. Note: Do not program the Car2U 威 system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter . 1. Firmly press the two outer [...]

4. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move, confirming that programming is successful. If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous steps in this section. After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U 威 system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener . The indicator l[...]

Switch position 1234567 8 91 0 1 1 1 2 Up, on or + LLLLLLL LLLLL Middle, neutral or 0 MMMMMMM MMMMM Down, o f fo r– RRRRRRR RRRRR L=left; M=middle; R=right 3. T o input these positions into the Car2U 威 system, simultaneously press all three Car2U 威 system buttons for a few seconds and then release to put the device into programming mode. The [...]

After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U 威 system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener . The indicator light above the selected button will turn on to confirm that the Car2U 威 system is responding to the button command. Erasing the Car2U 姞 Home Automation System buttons Note: The system allo[...]

LIFTGATE • T o open the liftgate window , unlock the liftgate (with the power door locks or the remote entry) and press the right side control button located under the license plate lamp shield. • T o open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate (with the power door locks or the remote entry) and press the middle control button located below the lice[...]

T o install the shade: • Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the mounting features located behind the rear seat on the rear trim panels. T o operate the shade: 1. Grasp the rear edge of the cargo shade and pull rearward. 2. Secure both ends of the support rod into the retention slots located on the rear quarter trim panels. W ARNING: Ensure t[...]

2. The smaller compartment contains the jack kit. There is also extra storage space for customer use. The lid on the small compartment is accessible and secured by two snap features. W ARNING: This storage compartment is not designed to restrain objects during a collision with the lid removed. Passenger side cargo compartment Y our vehicle is equip[...]

T o adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location. 3. T ighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar . T o remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel a[...]

Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight each time load is added, or removed from the roof rack, and periodically while traveling. Always ensure the load is secure before traveling. Note: When the cross bars are installed and unloaded, noise can be minimized by removing, or re-positioning the cross bars. Position the forward cross bar rearwa[...]

KEYS Y our vehicle is equipped with two Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s). The key blade functions as a programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter . Y our IKT s are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicl[...]

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors T urn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’ s door only . All other doors will remain locked. Locking the doors T urn the key in the door cylinder to lock the driver’ s door only . Auto[...]

Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autounlock feature. Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the off position, and all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are closed. Power door unlock/lock procedure Y ou must co[...]

Message center procedure (if equipped) For information on activating/deactivating the autolock feature using the vehicle’ s message center , refer to Message center information in the Instrument cluster chapter . Autounlock The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and[...]

1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. T urn the ignition from the on position to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. T urn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one [...]

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door . Note: Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock[...]

The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors. • remotely lock all the vehicle doors. • remotely open the power liftgate glass. • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entry feature. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the start position. The [...]

Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Assuming all vehicle doors and the liftgate are properly closed, the parking lamps will illuminate. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors and liftgate are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once. If any of th[...]

T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring in order to remove the battery cover . Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 2. Remove the old battery . Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 3. Insert the [...]

Illuminated entry The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • the Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter l[...]

Programming your own personal entry code T o create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. W ithin five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3. Enter your personal 5–digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other . 4. Three unique personal entry codes can be stored: • Pressing 1 • 2 assi[...]

Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry T o unlock the driver’ s door , enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other . The interior lamps will illuminate. T o unlock all doors and liftgate, press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds of entering [...]

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster . • When the ignition is in the off position, the indicator will flash once every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock 威 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator will glow for three seconds to [...]

keyless entry transmitter . A maximum of eight coded keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKT s with remote entry functionality . If your IKT s or standard SecuriLock 威 coded keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key , you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer . [...]

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. T urn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. T urn the ignition to the[...]

MyKey™ Restricted Features Standard settings – These settings cannot be changed • The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder 威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder 威 operation. • Low fuel warnings are displayed in the messag[...]

Note: The MyKey™ can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created, otherwise a standard key (Administrator key) is required to disable the MyKey™ programming. T o clear all MyKeys™ go to step 2 in the Disable MyKey™ section. Programming MyKey™ Optional Settings T urn the ignition on using an Admin key . T o program the optiona[...]

MyKey™ is not being used by the intended user . The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by disabling MyKey™. If this odometer is lower than the last time you checked, then the MyKey™ system has been recently cleared. • # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys™ are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion[...]

T roubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is the last remaining Admin key (there always has to be at least one Admin key) • SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode • V ehicle has been started using a remote start s[...]

Condition Potential Causes I accidentally programmed all keys as MyKeys™ • V ehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an Admin key . Refer to the Using MyKey™ with Remote Start Systems section to reset all MyKeys™ as Admin keys. MyKey™ Programmed total includes one additional key • Unknown key has been programmed to the ve[...]

FRONT SEATS W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original posi[...]

T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that [...]

T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two[...]

W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly . Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) W ARNING: Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when t[...]

W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, res[...]

Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) W ARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater . The seat he[...]

W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion. The adjustable head restraints consist of : • a trimme[...]

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. W ARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should b[...]

T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants o[...]

3. Flip seat forward. Attach the safety belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button. This will ensure that safety belt does not get caught by staying out of the seat back folding path. 4. T o release seatback, pull the seatback release lever (on top of seat) toward the front seat. This is common for both 60% and 40% seatbacks. Note: [...]

5. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. Returning the second row seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place and the red seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible. 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is loc[...]

W ARNING: Make sure safety belt buckle heads are through elastic holders on seat backs. Safety belt buckles may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning [...]

T o install the second row cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System™ The Personal Safety System™ provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the ris[...]

conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM may activate the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or a[...]

occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating posit[...]

increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or , if the collision is of sufficient severity , together with the front airbags. Safety belt energy management retractors The front and rear outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. W ARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly w[...]

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. T o unfasten, press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Energy Management Featu[...]

(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not avai[...]

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. W ARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seating positions (except the driver position, which do[...]

Safety belt pretensioner Y our vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers. A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way t[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 minute and the warning chime sounds 6 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... Th[...]

If... Then... The driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’ s or front passenger’ s safety belt is not buckled when the ve[...]

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider ... ⬙ Crashes are rare events ⬙ 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to ⬙ rare ⬙ events, even for good drivers. 1i n4o fu sw i l lb e seriously injured in a crash during[...]

Reasons given... Consider ... ⬙ The people I’m with don’t wear belts ⬙ Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. ⬙ I have an airbag ⬙ Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not desi[...]

• The gearshift is in N (Neutral) (manual transmission) • The ignition switch is in the off position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled W ARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. W e recomm[...]

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; t h e r ei sar i s ko fi n j u r yf r o ma deploying airbag. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including th[...]

W ARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. T o properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright posit[...]

Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. W ARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child [...]

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic. While the SRS is designed to help reduce serio[...]

impact sensors, the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors). W ARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. W ARNING: If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the airbag is [...]

The front passenger sensing system uses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off. The indicator lamp is located in the center stack of the instrument panel just above the air vents. Note: The indicator lamp will illuminate for [...]

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat. Occupant Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Empty seat Unlit Disabled Small child in child safety seat or booster Lit Disabled Small child with safety belt buckled or unbuckled Lit Disabled Adult Unlit Enabled W ARNING: Even wi[...]

Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring binder , small purse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or small to medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is inc[...]

In case there is a problem with the front passenger sensing system, the airbag readiness lamp in the instrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. If ob[...]

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any[...]

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side air[...]

W ARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. W ARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase th[...]

Safety Canopy 姞 System W ARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderail that may come into contact with a deploying Safety Canopy 威 . Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not lean your head on the door . The Safety Canopy[...]

How does the Safety Canopy 姞 System work? The design and development of the Safety Canopy 威 System included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment[...]

The Safety Canopy 威 System is designed to active when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the RCM to initiate Safety Canopy 威 inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor . The Safety Canopy 威 is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner , above the f[...]

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The [...]

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions W ARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device [...]

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown or no[...]

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing [...]

W ARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’ s size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the ins[...]

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety T echnician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. T o locate a child seat fitting station[...]

Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be sea[...]

Perform the following steps when installing the child seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder b[...]

3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until y[...]

8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, e.g., by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt. This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint[...]

LA TCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LA TCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle. This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat, however the safety belt can still be used to attach the child seat. For fo[...]

W ARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies and/or LA TCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. T o avoid risk of injury , occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly re[...]

Combining safety belt and LA TCH lower anchors for attaching child safety seats When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LA TCH lower anchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved. Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restra[...]

2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. There are three tether anchors located on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. 3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. The arrow in the above graphic points toward the front of the vehicle. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be reta[...]

around four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight, height, and age limits specific to your child safety seat. Keep your child in the child safety seat if it properly fits the child, remains appropriate for their weight, height and age AND if properly secured to the vehicle. Although the lap/shoulder belt will p[...]

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? T ypes of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backl[...]

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to [...]

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. W ARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’ s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper[...]

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to per[...]

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as necessary . Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter . Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications ch[...]

• Narrower — to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV’ s and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. These differences that make your vehicle so versa[...]

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however , and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, a[...]

• T ire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacture. Also referred to as DOT code. • Inflation pressure: A measure of the amount of air in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a[...]

At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company . Y ou are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recomm[...]

T o check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile. If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot, (i.e. driven more than 1 mile [1.6 km]), never “bleed” or reduce air pressure. The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recomme[...]

the valve stem. Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear . If internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety , tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they [...]

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.3[...]

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety . • Observe posted speed limits • A void fast starts, stops and turns • A void potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rap[...]

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer . Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically . An unbalanced tire an[...]

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved [...]

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that[...]

Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186[...]

12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad[...]

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below . Note: T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA)[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard[...]

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The T ire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically ([...]

T o restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on your vehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn[...]

Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system func- tionality . For a description of how the system functions un- der these conditions, refer to When your temporar[...]

SNOW TIRES AND CABLES W ARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover , personal injury and death. Add[...]

V EHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer , to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability , with or without a trailer . Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, [...]

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV[...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. Tires,[...]

GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r[...]

• Example only: W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury . Tires, Wheels and Loading 197 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1s[...]

GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

W ARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury . Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’ s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of[...]

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity . Y ou and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (4[...]

T RAILER TOWING T railer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow option package. T railer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’ s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing. Follow these guidelines to[...]

4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating)/T railer W eights Engine Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) T railer W eight Range - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m) 2 2.5L w/manual transmission 5000 (2268) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5060 (2095) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic transmission 7140 (3239) 3500 (1588) 30 (2.8)[...]

4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating)/T railer W eights Engine Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) T railer W eight Range - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m) 2 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5200 (2359) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic transmission 7300 (3311 ) 3500 (1588) 30 (2.8) Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per [...]

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper . Use a load carrying hitch. Y ou must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’ s safety chains to hook retainers on the vehicle. T o connect the trailer’ s safety chains, cross[...]

• T urn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer . • T o eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear . This will also assist in transmission cooling. For additional information, refer to Automatic [...]

• do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper . Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability , emissions and reliability . Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in wa[...]

• For automatic transmission vehicles, start the engine and allow it to run for five minutes at the beginning of each day and every six hours thereafter . W ith the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into (D) Drive and then into (R) Reverse before shifting back into N (Neutral). Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles: T ow your Four Wheel [...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and steering column and allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. This is the position the key is in when yo[...]

W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’ s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine. If[...]

• Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Press and hold the clutch pedal to the floor and put the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 3. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Driving 210 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing U[...]

Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the key , rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely . This [...]

Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starter damage may occur . If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off and wait 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury . If you sh[...]

the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C). W ARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury . W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use yo[...]

become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour . • Finally , have the engine block heater system checked during your fall tune-up to be sure it’ s in good working order . How to use the engine block heater[...]

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and the brake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes. These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. Using ABS When hard b[...]

The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released. W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . See your authorized dealer . W ARNING: Always set the pa[...]

ADVANCET RAC 姞 WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC 姞 ) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM W ARNING: V ehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the Advanc[...]

The AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations: • T raction Control (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction • Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides • Roll Stability Control™ (R[...]

• If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. Y ou may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. T raction Control (TCS) T raction Control is a driver aid fea[...]

Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic Stability Control system, which include but are not limited to: • T aking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free ro[...]

AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 Features Button functions “Sliding car” icon RSC 威 ESC T raction Control Default at start-up Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Enabled Enabled Button pressed momentarily Illuminated solid Enabled Enabled Disabled Button pressed again after deactivation Not illuminated Enabled Enabled Enabled T railer sway con[...]

Disabling trailer sway control T railer sway control can be disabled during any key cycle. Pressing and holding the AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 button for more than five seconds will disable the trailer sway control feature and the icon will flash momentarily and then illuminate solid for that ignition cycle. T railer sway control can be re-enabl[...]

W ARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car . W ARNING: V ehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and t[...]

2. Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully pry out the small Brake T ransmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) cover cap located to the right of the gearshift lever . 3. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool straight down into the access hole and press downward while pulling the gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position and into the N (Neutral) p[...]

considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. Additionally , whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the strategy must be relearned. Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmis[...]

N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through six. D (Drive) with Grade Assist Pressing the transmission control switch[...]

O/D (overdrive mode) is automatically returned each time the engine is turned off. L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • W ill downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow [...]

Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch and could nullify a clutch warranty claim. Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts during l[...]

W ARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully . REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds les[...]

The RSS detects obstacles up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper , (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away , the tone will sound con[...]

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system located on the liftgate provides a video image, which appears in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped), of the area behind the vehicle. It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle. T o use the camera, place the transmission in[...]

Note: The default setting for the camera delay is off. Press the “Settings” button found on the navigation screen (if equipped) to set the camera delay feature to on or off. When towing, the camera will only see what is being towed behind the vehicle; this might not provide adequate coverage as it usually provides in normal operation and some o[...]

Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), have the camera inspected by your authorized dealer . • If the image is not clear , then check if there is anything covering the lens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow , etc. If the image is still not clear after cleaning, have your camera inspected by your authorized dealer [...]

For best performance, the driver should drive the vehicle as parallel as possible while passing a parking space. If driven too fast (above 18 mph [30 km/h]) for the system to measure parking spaces, the message center will display ACTIVE P ARK REDUCE SPEED. When the system has found a space, the message center will display SP ACE FOUND PULL FORW AR[...]

When you determine the vehicle is back far enough or you hear a solid tone from Reverse Sensing System, bring the vehicle to a complete stop and move the gearshift to D (Drive). The message center will now display PULL FORW ARD USE CAUTION followed by a chime. When you determine the vehicle is far enough forward or a solid tone from Forward Sensing[...]

• Exceeding a vehicle speed of 6 mph (10 km/h) during automatic steering • Deactivating the AdvanceT rac 威 system or the system has activated on a slippery or loose surface • ABS activation or failure. • Any door (except the driver’ s door) opens • Something touching the steering wheel If a fault is present in the system, the message [...]

Why doesn’ t APA position the vehicle where I want in the space? • The driver allows the vehicle to roll in the opposite direction of the transmission (such as rolling forward when R (Reverse) gear is selected. • Y ou may be driving in R (Reverse). AP A can only look for a parking space while moving forward. • There may be an irregular curb[...]

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex spotter mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the outside mirrors. They are designed to assist the driver by increasing visibility along the side of the vehicle. For more information on your side view mirrors, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chap[...]

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) W ARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter . Y our vehicle is equipped with an intelligent 4WD System that continuously monitors vehicle conditions and automatically adjusts the power distribution between the fr[...]

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It may be safer to stay on the apron or sh[...]

W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . See your authorized dealer . W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander . Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation wher[...]

A void excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle. Remember , you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through high water , drive slowly . T raction or brake capa[...]

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. A void driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over . Whene[...]

Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. A void sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice.[...]

Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover). Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void th[...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadsi[...]

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic W arranty’ s Roadside Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact 1–877–294–2582 or visit our webs[...]

Note: W ith extended use, the flasher may run down your battery . FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch may have been activated. This switch is located in the front passen[...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (spare) 2 15A Brake on/off switch 3 15A SYNC 威 module 4 30A Moon roof 5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock (BSI), Passenger compartment fuse panel 6 20A T urn signals, Stop lamps 7 10A Low beam headlamps (left) 8 10A Low beam headlamp[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 15 10A Climate control 16 15A Not used (spare) 17 20A All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release, Liftglass release 18 20A Heated seat 19 25A Rear wiper 20 15A Datalink 21 15A Fog lamps 22 15A Park lamps 23 15A High beam headlamps 24 20A Horn relay 25 10A Demand lamps 26 10A Instrument panel cluste[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 41 15A Driver/passenger door lock switches, Automatic dimming mirror , Compass, Ambient lighting, Moon roof, Camera display in mirror 42 10A Not used (spare) 43 10A Rear wiper logic, Heated seats relay , Instrument cluster 44 10A Not used (spare) 45 5A Front wiper logic, Blower motor relay 46 7[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Rela[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 8 20A* T railer tow parking lamps 9 50A** Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 10 30A** Front wipers 11 30A** Starter 12 40A** Blower motor 13 10A* A/C clutch 14 15A* T railer tow turn lamps 15 — Not used 16 40A** Cooling fan 1 17 40A** Cooling fan 2 18 20A** ABS solenoid 19 30A** Power seats 20 — [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 30D — Cooling fan 2 relay 31A — Reverse lamp relay 31B — Not used 31C — T railer tow left turn relay 31D — T railer tow right turn relay 31E — T railer tow park relay 31F — Liftgate latch relay 32 — Not used 33 — PCM diode 34 — Start diode 35 10A* Run/start, Reverse lamps, R[...]

W ARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system and should not be used. W ARNING: Refer to T ire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the T ire, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel informa[...]

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability 3. Full-size dissimilar spare without labe[...]

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn engine off. Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located under the carpeted load floor . Pull back the carpet away[...]

Remove the lug wrench from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped) 1. Insert the lug wrench through the access hole in the rear bumper . 2. T urn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack. 3. Slid[...]

5. Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether . 6. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area, raise winch up into the installed position. 7. Use the attached fastener strap (2) to tie the tether end to the winch actuator shaft (if equipped). Tire change procedure W ARNING: When one of the front w[...]

W ARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. W ARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Loosen each[...]

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire. Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt. Roadside Emergencies 262 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

• Rear View shown from forward of rear tire. Position the jack directly below the stud on the rear trailing arm. 3. Position the jack according to the guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off the ground. Be sure to place the jack away from the rear edge of the rocker to avoid damaging the rear ti[...]

Never use the differentials as a jacking point. W ARNING: T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench. 5. Replace the flat tire [...]

Stowing the jack and tools • Make sure the jack is fully lowered. • Reclip the tools onto the jack making sure that the tools are fully contained by the clips as shown. • Reinstall the jack in the pocket with the left side first, then snap the right side down. • Ensure that the hold-strap contains the jack and tools before snapping the buck[...]

spare tire carrier has a built-in ratchet feature that will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience. If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch, guide the tire with one hand; keep the rear of the tire tilted[...]

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole, remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a “dime” (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger . DO NOT ap[...]

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy . As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning proce[...]

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . + – + – + – + – Roadside Emergencies 269 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. W ARNING: Do not connect[...]

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s batter[...]

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not a[...]

If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, it is required that the front wheels (drive wheels) be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission. On 4WD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground to prevent damage to[...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-[...]

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB A[...]

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part[...]

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMP ANY FORD EXPORT OPERA TIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park #3 Allen Park, Michigan 48101 U.S.A. T elephone: ([...]

Obtaining a French Owner ’ s Guide French Owner’ s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer or by writing to: Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited Service Publications CHQ202 The Canadian Road P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, ON, Canada L6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cau[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • [...]

W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft 威 Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof [...]

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

3.0L V6 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The wi[...]

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash fac[...]

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. W ipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2. W ipe the surface with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. For more thorough cleaning, use a mild soap and water solution. If the spot cannot be completely c[...]

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Y our leather seating surfaces have a clear , protective coating over the leather . • For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. In Canada, use Motorcraft 威 Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the area with a soft cloth. ?[...]

Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A) Motorcraft 威 Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft 威 Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101) Motorcraft 威 Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft 威 Premium Liquid W ax [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and servi[...]

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Block the wheels. W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or [...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. W indshield washer fluid reservoir [...]

3.0L V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 1 10 8 6 2 4 3 5 9 7 Maintenance and Specifications 293 2010 Escape (20[...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smea[...]

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be impr[...]

Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. T o replace the wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with one hand close to the arm/blade joint and pull it as far away from the glass as possible. Do not use excessive force because it can[...]

• 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upper lines, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the lower line, engine oil must be added to raise the lev[...]

• 3.0L V6 engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter . • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upper hole or upper line may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and[...]

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W -20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the Internatio[...]

BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer , trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry .[...]

W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. A void contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medi[...]

• Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in[...]

• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter . If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty . If the reservoir is low or empty , add engine coola[...]

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant. For vehic[...]

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary , add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per month, hav[...]

• NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and ma[...]

When fail-safe mode is activated Y ou have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the[...]

W ARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer -causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fu[...]

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor , beer and wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane. When ethanol is produced for use in motor fuels, a small amount of gasoline is added to make it unfit for beverage use. The resulting ethanol blend is called denatured fuel ethanol[...]

Refueling W ARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking mater[...]

Note: A fuel spillage concern may occur if overfilling the fuel tank. Do not overfill the tank to the point that the fuel is able to bypass the fuel filler nozzle. The overfilled fuel may run down the drain located below and in front of the fuel filler door . If the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message comes on, the fuel fill[...]

Choosing the right fuel If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADED FUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85). If your vehicle is not a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), then only use UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leaded fuel or any other fuel. The[...]

If you operate your vehicle 50% or more of the time on ethanol, you should follow a different maintenance schedule. In addition to this, if you exclusively use E85 fuel, it is also recommended to fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gasoline once every 3,000 miles (4,800 km). See scheduled maintenance information for more information. Fuel qual[...]

• The service engine soon indicator may come on. For more information on the service engine soon indicator , refer to W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Refilling with a portable fuel container W ith the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directions when filling from a portable fuel container: W A[...]

2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container . 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel. Do not use aftermarket funnels; they will not work with the Easy Fuel?[...]

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty , you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • T urn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will re[...]

Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy . • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel e[...]

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski racks) may reduce fuel economy . • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy . • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain of[...]

W ARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover . The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the service engine soon indicator , charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of e[...]

3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. See Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in this chapter . 4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be wet. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electrical system d[...]

vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting of mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine.[...]

1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.[...]

T ype A T ype B The transmission fluid should be in the zone, identified by the arrows in the above figures, if at normal operating temperature 185°F-200°F (85°C-93°C). High fluid level T ype A T ype B Fluid levels above the zone, identified by the arrows in the above figures, may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmi[...]

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage. If necessary , add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. T ype A T ype B If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer . An overfill condition of transmission fluid [...]

This fluid level is within the normal operating fluid range and does not require that you have your fluid level readjusted after recreational flat tow operation. See the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on recreational flat towing. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Park the vehicle on a level surf[...]

1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover . • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 2. Pull the air filter housing cover away . 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. W ipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 5. Install a new air filter element.[...]

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine Air filter element 1 F A-1772 F A-1893 Battery BXL-40R BXL-40R Oil filter FL-910 FL-500-S Spark Plugs 22 1 Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element [...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Brake fluid and (clutch fluid –if equipped) Between MIN and MAX on reservoir Motorcraft 威 High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door weatherstrips — Silicone Lubric[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Engine oil (2.5L engine) 5.3 quarts (5.0L) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) • Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W -20 Synt[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford Specification Manual transmission fluid 2.4 quarts (2.3L) 8 Motorcraft 威 SAE 75W -90 Gear Oil XT -4 -QGL / WSS-M2C203-A1 and GL-4 W indshield washer fluid 4.7 quarts (4.5L) Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 Fuel tank 17.5 gallons (66.2L)[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine Cubic inches 152 183 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane or E85 Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35mm) 0.045–0.049 inch (1.15–1.25mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine • [...]

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structur[...]

The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number T RANSMISSIO[...]

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your veh[...]

Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start system V ehicle security system Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehic[...]

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Ford Extended Service Plan 338 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 72 Active Park Assist .....................233 AdvanceT rac .............................. 217 Air cleaner filter ...............325, 327 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system ..........................49 manual heating and air conditioning system ................. 46 Airbag supplemental [...]

Child safety seats ......................157 attaching with tether straps .. 164 in front seat ............................ 158 in rear seat .............................. 158 LA TCH ..................................... 161 recommendations ................... 155 Child safety seats - booster seats ........................................... 166 Cl[...]

coolant ..................................... 302 fail-safe cooling ....................... 306 idle speed control ................... 300 lubrication specifications ....... 328 refill capacities ........................ 328 service points .................. 292–293 starting after a collision ......... 248 Engine block heater ................. 21[...]

I Ignition ............................... 208, 331 Illuminated visor mirror ............. 67 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ......................................... 157 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 320 Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 286 cluster ......................[...]

O Octane rating ............................ 312 Oil (see Engine oil) .................. 296 Overdrive ................................... 224 P Parental MyKey programming ............................. 105 Park Assist ................................ 233 Parking brake ............................215 Parts (see Motorcraft 威 parts) ................[...]

SecuriCode keyless entry system ........................................ 100 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........................................ 102 Servicing your vehicle .............. 290 Setting the clock ......................... 28 Snowplowing ................................. 6 SOS Post Crash Alert ............... 152 Spark plugs, [...]

W W arning lights (see Lights) ....... 12 W asher fluid .............................. 294 W ater , Driving through ............. 245 W indows power ......................................... 71 rear wiper/washer ..................... 66 W indshield washer fluid and wipers .......................................... 65 checking and adding fluid .....[...]