Ford 2011 Escape manual

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 20 Entertainment Systems 29 AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 29 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37 USB port 39 Satellite radio information 43 Navigation system 46 SYNC 威 46 Climate Controls 47 Manual heating and air conditioning 47 Dual automatic temperature contro[...]

Seating and Safety Restraints 1 10 Seating 110 Safety restraints 122 Airbags 136 Child restraints 152 Tires, Wheels and Loading 169 T ire information 171 T ire inflation 173 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 187 V ehicle loading 192 T railer towing 200 Recreational towing 204 Driving 206 Starting 206 Brakes 212 AdvanceT rac 威 214 T ransmiss[...]

Maintenance and Specifications 287 Engine compartment 289 Engine oil 293 Battery 297 Engine coolant 299 Fuel information 304 Air filter(s) 321 Part numbers 325 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 326 Engine data 329 Accessories 332 Ford Extended Service Plan 335 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 339 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 345 [...]

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[...]

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender , age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and T raffic, directions and Information privacy below). However [...]

Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see T raffic, Directions and Information, T erms and Conditions. See your SYNC 威 supplement for more information. CELL PHO[...]

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 Base instrument cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar . Optional instrument cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar . 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 on[...]

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the 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 b[...]

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[...]

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. T urns off when the speed control system is disengaged. 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 [...]

Message center activation chime (if equipped): Sounds when a warning message (except P ARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Base instrument cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar . 100 60 E F C H MPH 6 7 5 3 4 2 1 0 RPM x 1000 8 0 2 0 40 80 100 120 km/h 0 20 40 60 80 120 140 [...]

Optional instrument cluster shown in standard measure. Metric similar . 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 overheati[...]

W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel [...]

T rip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Standard instrument cluster: Press the SELECT/RESET control once to switch from the odometer to the TRIP A feature. Press the control again to select the TRIP B feature. T o reset the trip, press and hold the control again until the trip reading resets. • Optional instru[...]

MILES (km) TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel. LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km), to empty . Press R[...]

Y our vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy . When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓ , one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items. System check and vehicle feature customizati[...]

T o reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change, perform the following: 1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”. 2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%. Note: T o change oil life 100% value to another value, proceed to Step 3. 3. On[...]

ZONE [XX] RESET = CHANGE (if equipped) For more information on the compass and compass set up, refer to Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter . RESET FOR CALIBRA TION (if equipped) For more information on the compass and compass set up, refer to Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter . LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SP ANISH / FRENCH A[...]

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed. P ARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. XXX MILES TO[...]

KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to [...]

CANCELLED BY OVER SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park assist feature self cancels due to vehicle speed over the preset limit allowed by the active park assist system. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. CANCELLED BY DRIVER INPUT (if equipped) — Displayed when the autopark feature has been ca[...]

ACTIVE P ARK FINISHED (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE P ARK NOT A V[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS 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 extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.[...]

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[...]

Satellite radio reception factors: T o receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky , a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affe[...]

Satellite radio electronic serial number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. Y ou will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS 威 . While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the AUX and preset 1 controls simultaneo[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . 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 sign[...]

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 [...]

7. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents (if equipped). 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 equ[...]

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[...]

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. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. Press AUTO to return to full automatic control. 7. : Distributes air through the instrum[...]

14. Driver heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the driver heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter . Outside temperature: The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled EXT TEMP . T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, if your vehicle is eq[...]

• 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[...]

Autolamp delay system (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with autolamps, you can set the delay time to keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after the key is turned off. The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory , but the delay time may be changed by following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 second[...]

Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the low beam 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, t[...]

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 us ea4m m socket to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust up) or clockwise (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. Close [...]

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 a 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[...]

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 12V DC/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[...]

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 the power windows. T o lock out all the window controls (except for the driver’ s) press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the w[...]

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 navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the[...]

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 and release SET +. 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 the speed. • [...]

Turning of f speed control T o turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Radio control features VOL + (V olume): Press [...]

SYNC 威 system hands-free control feature (if equipped) Press briefly to use the voice command feature. Y ou will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display . Press and hold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to end a call or exit phone mode. Press to scroll through various me[...]

T o open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, opening, closing and venting feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. T o stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time. W ARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions [...]

The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed when the glass panel is shut. T o close the shade, pull it toward the front of the vehicle. Accessory delay: W ith accessory delay , the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either fr[...]

Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Car2U 威 system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist you in programming the transmitter . Additional Car2U 威 system information can be found on-line at www .learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U 威 system help line at 1-866-572[...]

1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U 威 system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release. 2. Go to the garage to locate the garage door opener motor and its “learn” button. Y ou may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the unit’ s cover or light lens to locate the “learn” button. Press the “learn” button, after whi[...]

The indicator light above the selected button will turn on to confirm that the Car2U 威 system is responding to the button command. T o program another rolling code device such as an additional garage door opener , a security device or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 4 substituting a different function button in Step 3 than what you used for[...]

Switch position 1234567 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 Up, on or + LLLLLLL LLLLL Middle, neutral or 0 MMMMMMM M MMMM 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. Th[...]

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[...]

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT W ARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with t[...]

W ARNING: Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, [...]

The larger , rearward, compartment is for customer storage. T o open, lift the lid with the pull latch. The lid can be removed to allow for flexible storage. T o close, lower the lid and press down at the latch area until you hear the latch engage. A pad lock or combination lock can be applied to use the lockable storage feature on the large custom[...]

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[...]

vehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricted until MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an “administrator key” or admin key . The admin key can be used to create a MyKey™, program optional MyKey™ settings, and clear the MyKey™ feature. When the MyKey™ feature is enabled the user can use Sy[...]

3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed. 4. W ait until KEY RESTRICTED A T NEXT ST ART is displayed. MyKey™ is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: T o program the optional settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey™ Optiona[...]

4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS CLEARED is displayed. Check MyKey™ System Status The vehicle’ s message center system check will provide the status of the following MyKey™ parameters: • MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey™ is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, t[...]

Note: For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to program all original vehicle keys as MyKeys™, in which case, you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. 3. Follow Step[...]

Condition Potential Causes Lost any key • For programming spare keys, refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter . 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 admi[...]

Autolock The autolock feature will lock all the doors, liftgate and liftgate window when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then close[...]

1. The ignition must be off to begin sequence. 2. T urn the ignition to the on position. 3. Press the power door unlock control three times. 4. T urn the ignition from the on to the off position. 5. Press the power door unlock control three times. 6. T urn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp. 7. Press the unlock control, then [...]

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being transitioned to the off or accessory position. Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been electronically locked before the driver door is opened. Deactivating/activating autounlock Y our vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are four methods [...]

3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8a second time. 5. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indi[...]

the 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’ s authority to operate the equipment. T[...]

One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated, press and release once to unlock all of the doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position. Switching from two step[...]

Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 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[...]

The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • the integrated keyhead transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped), or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on [...]

2. W ithin five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. The doors will lock and then unlock to confirm that the system is in programming mode. 3. Enter your personal 5–digit code. Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other . 4. Press 1 • 2 on the keypad to assign the Driver 1 setting. The doors will lock and then unlock to c[...]

T o unlock all doors and liftgate, press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds of entering the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. T o lock all doors and liftgate, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0a tt h e same time. Note: The driver’ s door must be closed. Y ou do not need to enter the keypad code first. T o open the liftgate glass[...]

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[...]

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 risk o[...]

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. Restraint of pregnant w[...]

Pregnant women should always wear their safety belt. The lap belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt should be positioned low across the hips below the belly and worn as tight as comfort will allow . The shoulder belt should be positioned to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest. Energy Management Feature • This[...]

When to use the automatic locking mode This mode should be used any time a child safety seat, except a booster , is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children l[...]

W ARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly . In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. W ARNING: BEL T AND RETRACTOR ASSEM[...]

W ARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy 威 System and safety belt pretensioners. W ARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt as[...]

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[...]

W ARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. T o do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’ s air bag system. Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder 姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 are deactivated/activated independently [...]

3. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending in the unbuckled state. • After Step 3, the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds. 4. W ithin approximately seven seconds of the light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable the Belt-Minder[...]

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; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety be[...]

W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. W ARNING: Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper , front end body structure, tow hooks and B-pillar surrounding parts may affect the performance of the ai[...]

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the airbag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong wit[...]

• seat-mounted side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • Safety Canopy 威 System. Refer to Safety Canopy 威 System later in this chapter . • one or more impact and safing sensors. • Safety belt pretensioners • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which conn[...]

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’ s frontal airbag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat, • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear -facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer’ s instructions,[...]

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger’ s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat. • When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and st[...]

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 front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . The front passenger sensing system may d[...]

W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pas[...]

W ARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the status of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Ro[...]

W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer . W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side [...]

The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather , it means the forces were not of the type suffic[...]

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 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 [...]

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

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 W arning lights and chimes 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[...]

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: 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, which may result in serious injury or death. W ARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collisio[...]

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can be restrained properly , then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt-positioning [...]

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts The rear seat head restraints must be removed when using a child seat that utilizes the top tether anchor . Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If [...]

1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 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 th[...]

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 you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull[...]

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter . 10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to [...]

Y our vehicle has LA TCH lower anchors for child seat installation at the seating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The LA TCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback. Follow the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions to properly install a child seat with LA TCH attachments. Follow the[...]

only be used at this seating position provided that the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated. Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor . W ARNING: The standardized spacing for LA TCH lower anchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center . Do not[...]

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor . Once the child safety seat has been installed, using either the safety belt or the [...]

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 retained properly in the event of a collision. 4. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. If the sa[...]

Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better . They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion, while minimizing slouching. Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably . T ry to keep the belt near [...]

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 backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head [...]

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 [...]

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 part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Child restraint and safety belt maintena[...]

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[...]

conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. The 4WD system is active all the time and requires no input from the operator . For 4WD vehicles, a spare tire of a different size other than the tire provided should never be used. A dissimilar spare tire size (other than the spare tire provided) or major dissimilar tire sized between the front and rear[...]

• Narrower – to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUVs 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 versatile[...]

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[...]

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically . Wheel misalignment in t[...]

• 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 involve[...]

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[...]

11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door , for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadw[...]

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 tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (a[...]

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 tire pressure monitoring system is to warn [...]

Low tire pressure warning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warning 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 functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary spare[...]

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 196 201 1 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1[...]

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 [...]

Powertrain Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum T railer W eight - lb (kg) 2WD 3.0L 7140 (3239) 3500 (1588) 4WD 3.0L 7300 (3311) 3500 (1588) Notes: – For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1000 ft (300 m) elevation. – Y our vehicle is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight as specified above; the combined weight of the completed tow[...]

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’ s safety chains to the hook retainers on the vehicle. T o connect the trailer’ s safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer , follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bum[...]

• T urn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Use the grade assist feature (automatic transmissions) when towing. This feature provides engine braking and helps eliminate excessive shifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Allow more distance for st[...]

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 water . Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repa[...]

• For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, 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 o[...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever 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 you’re driving. 4. S[...]

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 208 201 1 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing [...]

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[...]

• Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ), which functions to help avoid a vehicle roll-over 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 Ad[...]

The AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system includes a traction control off button on the instrument panel below the climate control, a stability control “OFF” light and a stability control light in the instrument cluster . The stability control light and stability control “OFF” light in the instrument cluster will illuminate temporarily durin[...]

During traction control events, the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. If the traction control system is activated excessively in a short period of time, the braking portion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow the brakes to cool down. In this situation, traction control will use only engine power reduct[...]

Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) Roll Stability Control (RSC 威 ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC 威 operates by detecting the vehicle’ s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually . During an event that activates Roll Stability [...]

AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 Features Button functions Stability control light RSC 威 / ESC/ T raction control Stability control “OFF” T railer sway Default at start-up Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Button pressed momentarily Not Illuminated Enabled 1 Illuminated solid Enabled Button pressed again[...]

sway is detected, the vehicle speed is too high and may be at or above a speed at which trailer sway will grow continuously . This may cause the system to activate multiple times, and you may experience a slight deceleration of the vehicle. Disabling trailer sway control T railer sway control can be disabled during any key cycle. Pressing and holdi[...]

PREPARING TO DRIVE W ARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. 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 cente[...]

Note: For some markets, this feature will be disabled. If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to off, then remove the key . 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 l[...]

provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or 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 process will fully update transmission operation. Additionally , whenever the battery is disc[...]

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[...]

3. T urn the ignition off. 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 vehi[...]

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 the 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 the forward[...]

• 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[...]

Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check the main mirror first, then check the blind spot mirror . If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear , and carefully change l[...]

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow , mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. How your vehicle differs from other vehicles T ruck and utility vehicles can differ from some othe[...]

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over . Remember , your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern. W ARNING: V ehicles wi[...]

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid “over -driving” your vehicle, i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency . Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control, not more. Additionally , smooth variations of [...]

Mud and water If you must drive through high water , drive slowly . T raction or brake capability may be limited. When driving through water , determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly . If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water , always try the brakes. W et[...]

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 Roadside[...]

Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is found in the W arranty Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for y[...]

This switch is located in the front passenger’ s footwell, behind a flip-up cover , by the kick panel access cover . T o reset the switch: 1. T urn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. T urn the ignition to the on position. 5. W ai[...]

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[...]

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits A 80A Midi Electronic power steering module (EP AS) B 125A Midi Passenger compartment fuse panel 1 15A* Heated mirror 2 30A** Rear defroster 3 20A** Rear power point (center console) 4 — Not used 5 10A* Powertrain control module (PCM) – keep aliv[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 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 — A/C clutch relay 21A — Rear defroster relay 21B — Fuel relay 21C — Blower relay 21D — PCM relay 22 20A* Fuel pump 23 15A* Fuel injectors 24 —[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 31F — Liftgate latch relay 32 — Not used 33 — PCM diode 34 — Start diode 35 10A* Run/start, Reverse lamps, Rear defrost relay 36 — Not used * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily . Instead, gradually decrea[...]

Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information W ARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporary use only . This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/[...]

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel The usage of a [...]

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 260 201 1 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[...]

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . 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 . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable [...]

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

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[...]

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly , vehicle damage may occur . Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle ([...]

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[...]

Y ou are required to submit your warranty dispute to BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b). Y ou are also required to use BBB AUTO LINE before exercising rights or seeking remedies created by the Federal Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, 15 U.S.C. sec. 2301 et seq. If you cho[...]

Y ou can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at 1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE 4200 W ilson Boulevard, Suite 800 Arlington, V irginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: Ford Motor Company reserves the right to c[...]

GETTING ASSIST ANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country , contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti-knock index lower than[...]

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in the Middle East, contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: Ford Middle East Customer Relationship Center P .O. Box 21470 Dubai, United Arab Emirates T elephone: +971 4 3326084 F AX: +971 4 3327299 Email: menacac@ford.com www .me.fo[...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

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. • [...]

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Y our authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicl[...]

• Spray Motorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, use Motorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the running engi[...]

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 windshield, rear [...]

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean, damp, white cotton cloth, then use a clean and dry white cotton cloth to dry these areas. • A void cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area he[...]

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side airbags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner . • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft 威 Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motor[...]

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber , vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing or damage to the leather . LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle is equipped with seating covere[...]

• Clean the surfaces using the steps outlined in the Cleaning section. • Ensure the leather is dry then apply a nickel-sized amount of conditioner to a clean, dry cloth. • Rub the conditioner into leather until it disappears. Allow the conditioner to dry and repeat the process for the entire interior . If a film appears, wipe off film with a [...]

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 to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only r[...]

Working with the engine on 1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, 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 ris[...]

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 290 201 1 Escape (2[...]

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[...]

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 break the wiper arm at the heel. Hold it there until the next step. 2. Grab the primary structure of the blade with the other hand close to the arm/blade joint. 3[...]

• 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 International Lu[...]

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. 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 coolant to the reservoir . Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter . Note: Automotive fluid[...]

• 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[...]

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • A coolant concentration of 40% will provide freeze point protection down to -12°F [-24°C]. Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion/free[...]

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: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury . W ARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. W ARNIN[...]

sensitive individuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction. • FFV fuel tanks may contain zero to 85% ethanol. Any fuel blends containing gasoline and ethanol should be treated the s[...]

W ARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity , which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container . 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 [...]

3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel as normal. 4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain bac[...]

Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. 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 [...]

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly . However , if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol (Ed75–Ed8[...]

rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty . Many of the world’ s automakers approved the W orld-W ide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improve[...]

W ARNING: Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle’ s fuel tank from a portable fuel container , use the funnel included with the vehicle. 1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the ins[...]

NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy . W e do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). Y ou will get a more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles–3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km). Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle[...]

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Keep a record for at least one month and rec[...]

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy . • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . • Perform all regularly s[...]

• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized parts are used for main[...]

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. T emporary malfunctions may cause the service engine soon indicator to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel[...]

indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. T o determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon indicator stay[...]

consume fluid. However , the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly , i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. T o obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up (approximately 20 miles [[...]

The transmission fluid should be in the zone, identified by the arrow in this figure, if at normal operating temperature 185°F-200°F (85°C-93°C). High fluid level Fluid levels above the zone, identified by the arrows in this figure, may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement[...]

prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recreational flat tow , your fluid level must be verified by an authorized dealer . 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 info[...]

Changing the air filter element 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. I[...]

All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and tested for reliable, regular driving. Long term storage under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components. General • Store all vehicles in a dry , ventilated place. • Protect from sunlight, if possible[...]

vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days. Follow the instructions on the additive label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid l[...]

• Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back and forth to remove rust build up. • Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels. • If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, con[...]

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 W indshield washer fluid Fill as required Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (US) Premium Quality W indshield W asher Fluid (Canada) ZC-32-A (US) CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSB-M8B16-A2/- - Fuel tank 17.5 gallons (66.2L) —— 1 Add the coo[...]

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[...]

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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 vehic[...]

Lifestyle • Ash cup/ smoker’ s package • Navigation* • Cargo management accessories • Roof racks and carriers* • Cross bars • Rear bumper protector* • SUV camping net* • Cargo net* • T railer hitches, harnesses and accessories Peace of mind • Keyless entry keypad • Protective seat covers* • Remote start system • W indshi[...]

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. • T o avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas i[...]

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP . It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company , and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New V ehicle Limited W arranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered V ehicle Compo[...]

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. W ith Ford ESP , you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. A void the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle! Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance P[...]

Ford Extended Service Plan 337 201 1 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) Y ou can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company . Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement • Coverage for certain maintenance and w[...]

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. It is y[...]

If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles (8,000 km) from your last oil change. Y our vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and perfor[...]

Genuine Ford parts and service When planning your maintenance services, consider your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your vehicle’ s needs. Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your v[...]

Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered by warranties so you may be charged for labor , parts or lubricants used. Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle runni[...]

Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’ s a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’ s your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. Y ou’ll know what’ s been checked, what’[...]

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 344 201 1 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message center which determines the proper oil change service interval. Y ou should perform the engine oil change as indicated by the instrument cluster message center . The message center will display ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED to indicate[...]

Oil Change Service Interval* 1 23456789 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 Change engine oil and filter • •••••••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth • •••••••••••••• Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag • ••••••?[...]

Perform the services noted in the following table at the specified time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due. Example #1: The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at 28,751 miles (46,270 km); perform [...]

Every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (except 5–speed T orqShift 威 transmission) (filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and A WF-21 transmissions); consult dealer for requirements Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid (Escape) Change rear axle fluid (RWD vehicles) Rep[...]

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below , you will need to have some items maintained more frequently . If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance[...]

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery , taxi, patrol car or livery As required – Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by message center and perform ser vices as listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart. Inspect frequently , service as required – Replace [...]

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently , service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter . Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months – Change engine oil and replace oil filter . – Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or dr[...]

Off-road operation Inspect frequently , service as required – Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings). – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter . Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months – Change engine oil and replace oil filter . – Inspect wheels and[...]

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a lea[...]

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 359 201 1 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 73 Active Park Assist .....................231 AdvanceT rac .............................. 214 Air cleaner filter ....... 321–322, 325 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system ..........................50 manual heating and air conditioning system ................. 47 Airbag supplemental r[...]

Changing a tire ......................... 253 Child safety seats ......................156 attaching with tether straps ........................... 162 in front seat ............................ 157 in rear seat .............................. 157 LA TCH ..................................... 160 recommendations ................... 154 Child safety s[...]

coolant ..................................... 299 fail-safe cooling ....................... 303 idle speed control ................... 297 lubrication specifications ....... 326 refill capacities ........................ 326 service points .................. 289–290 starting after a collision ......... 245 Engine block heater ................. 21[...]

I Ignition ............................... 206, 329 Illuminated visor mirror ............. 68 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..................... 156 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 317 Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 283 cluster ........................................ 1[...]

N Navigation system ....................... 46 O Octane rating .................... 309–310 Oil (see Engine oil) .................. 293 Overdrive ................................... 222 P Parental MyKey programming ...91 Park Assist ................................ 231 Parking brake ............................213 Parts (see Motorcraft 威 parts)[...]

Safety Compliance Certification Label .................... 330 Satellite Radio Information ........ 43 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............345 What Maintenance Schedule Should Y ou Follow? ................ 341 Seats .......................................... 110 child safety seats .................... 156 c[...]

T urn signal .................................. 58 U Universal garage door opener ....80 USB port ...................................... 39 V V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) .......................................... 330 V ehicle loading ..........................192 V entilating your vehicle ........... 210 W W arning lights (see Lights) ....[...]