Ford 2011 Escape Hybrid - Manuals

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give themoving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing atrailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapt...

If the vehicle is left inoperative for over 31 days, it may be necessary tojumpstart the vehicle. For more information, refer to Jump starting (Low voltage [underhood] battery only) in the Roadside Emergencies chapter and also refer to Low and high voltage battery — storage in the Maintenance and Sp...

achieved with mild to moderate acceleration and deceleration. Moderatebraking is particularly important since it allows you to maximize theenergy captured by the regenerative braking system. NOTE: Having your engine running is not always an indication of inefficiency – in some cases it is actually m...

Question Answer What is the fan noise I hearfrom the rear of my hybrid? The fan noise comes from two fanslocated inside the high voltage battery.These fans turn on when the batteryrequires cooling air. The fan speed, andassociated noise level, will changeaccording to both the amount of coolingrequir...

SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicl...

DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, st...

CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Shown in standard measure. Metric similar. Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illu...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmom...

High engine or high motorelectronic coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolantor motor electronics coolant temperature is high. The message centerdisplays HIGH ENGINE TEMPERATURE / HIGH MOTORTEMPERATURE when the engine coolant or motor electronics areoverheating. Stop the vehicle as so...

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis disengaged. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft ...

HEV engine off reminder chime: Sounds for 10 seconds when the PRNDL is in the P (Park) position and the Driver’s door is ajar (open)while ignition is on. Always turn your ignition key to off and remove keybefore leaving your vehicle. (The engine may be off when the vehicle isstopped, yet the key is ...

MESSAGE CENTER Your vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehiclesystems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and variousconditions with an informational message followed by a long indicatorchime. The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. Info Pres...

AVG MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallonor liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your figure may be different than displayed for ...

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedlyto cycle the message center throughthe following features: PRESS RESET FOR ENGLISH When entering the setup menu and a non-English language has beenselected, this message will be displayed to change back to English. Press...

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the messagecenter through each of the language choices. Press and hold the RESET...

SPACE FOUND PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. SPACE FOUND STOP (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for ...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: 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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your pri...

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each forSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To savesatellite channels in your memorypresets, tune to the desired channelthen press and hold a memorypreset number (0–9) until soundreturns. TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While in...

an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display andthe system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. Youcan save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save more than 20titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access thesaved titles and press / to cycle...

b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PINnumber and when the system accepts your entry it will displayENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four-digit PIN and the system willsave the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display. c. UNLOCK A...

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehicle audiosystem. This allows the audio from aportable music player to be playedthrough the vehicle speakers withhigh fidelity. To achieve optimalperfor...

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port located on the instrumentpanel. This feature allows you toplug in media playing devices,memory sticks, and also to chargedevices if they support this feature.For further information on thisfeature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 s...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS 威 signal (i.e., tunnel, under an overpass, dense foliage, etc). The system is working properly. When you move into ...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL 1. AUTO/Driver temperature: Press to engage full automatic operation. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflowdistribution, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or coolthe vehicle to reach the desired temperature. Turn to increa...

5. Power/ : Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is shut out. Press + or – to manually increase/decrease the fan speed. The manual fan speed setting will appear on the left side of the display. Press AUTO toreturn to full automatic control. 6. ...

11. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle, may reduce the energy needed tokeep the interior of the vehicle cool, and may also help reduce undesiredoutside odors fr...

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of theair distribution setting that is selected. During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed fr...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. The vehicle must be on to operate the rear window defroster. Press R to turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the button will illuminat...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst 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 lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe ...

2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position. 3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position. 4. Turn the vehicle on. 5. Turn the vehicle off. 6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlightsshould turn on). 7. Turn the headlamp control to the off position when th...

Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the low beam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position. • the headlamp control must be in the off , parking lamps or autolampp...

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions. AIMING TH...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster onthe headlamp, then use a 4 mmsocket to turn the adjuster eithercounterclockwise (to adjust up) orclockwise (to adjust down) aligningthe upper edge of the light patternto the horizontal line. 6. Move the opaque cloth to coverthe right-hand headlamp and repeatSteps 4 ...

The map lamp controls (withoutmoon roof) are located on the domelamp. Press the button on eitherside of each map lamp to illuminatethe lamps. Press the button again toturn off the lamps. For models equipped with a moonroof, the map lamps are located onthe moon roof control panel. Pressthe button on ...

Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, cupholders,the console bin and the console traywith a choice of several colors. Theambient lighting control switch islocated on the floor console. Toactivate, press and release thecontrol to cycle through the colorchoices plus the off state. The ...

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions ofunacceptable moisture are present. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an“E” for Europe to ensure lamp perfo...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...

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

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. Slide-on-rod feature The visor will slide back and forthon the rod for increased sunlightcoverage. Rotate the visor towardsthe side window and extend itrearward for additional sunlightcoverage. Note: To stow the visor b...

2. To calibrate, press and hold theRESET control for approximatelyten seconds until CAL appears.Release the control. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to thedirection value. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 4. The c...

One-touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completely down to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switchto any position to stop the window operation. Window lock The window lock feature...

Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a v...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated. Do not remove ice from themirrors with a scraper orattempt to readjust the mirrorglass if it is frozen in place.These actions could cause damage to the glass...

Turning off speed control To 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 These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Radio contro...

SYNC 威 system hands-free control feature (if equipped) Press briefly to use the voice command feature. You will hear atone and LISTENING will appear inthe radio display. Press andhold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press andhold to end a call or exit phon...

The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed whenthe glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of thevehicle. Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the igni...

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance The Car2U 威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received ...

Do not open the liftgate or liftgate window in a garage or other enclosedarea with a low ceiling. If the liftgate window is raised and the liftgate isalso opened, both liftgate and window could be damaged against a lowceiling. Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate window open while driving. Doing so...

To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rackside rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end ofthe rail. 3. Use a long, flat object to depressthe tongue in the endcaps on bothsides of the cross-b...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-progr...

MYKEY™ The MyKey™ feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode topromote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to thevehicle can be activated as a MyKey™. The key will remain restricteduntil MyKey™ is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an“administrator key” o...

Create a MyKey™ To program MyKey™ on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle,insert the key that you want to make a MyKey™ into the ignition. Turnthe ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following: 1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed. 2. Press and release...

Clear MyKey™ To reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys do the following: 1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key. 2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed. 3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRMCLEAR is displayed. 4. Press and hold the RESET button for two secon...

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. Allother doors will remain locked. Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder t...

Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autolock feature using thevehicle’s message center, refer to Message center information in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Autounlock The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the on position, a...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back ...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thechildproof door locks are set, butthe doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onthe rear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately f...

The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicledoors. • remotely lock all the vehicledoors. • remotely open the power liftgateglass. • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entryfeature. The remote entry lock/unlockfeature operates in any ignitionposition except while the key i...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of theIKT near the key ring in order toremove the battery cover. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 2. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposi...

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 ...

To 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. To lock all doors and liftgate, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. Note: The driver’s door must be closed. You do not need to enter the keypad co...

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster. • When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flashonce every two seconds toindicate the SecuriLock 威 system is functioning as a theftdeterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the in...

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition tothe 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keepthe ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no mor...

FRONT SEATS WARNING: 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. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before...

To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into theguide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint downuntil it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint iseven with the top of your head and positioned as close as poss...

3. Flip seat forward. Attach the safety belt web snapbutton to the quarter trim panelsnap button. This will ensure thatsafety belt does not get caught bystaying out of the seat back foldingpath. 4. To release seatback, pull theseatback release lever (on top ofseat) toward the front seat. This iscomm...

5. Rotate seatback down into loadfloor position. Returning the second row seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into uprightposition making sure seatback locksinto place and the red seatunlatched indicator on releasepaddle is not visible. 2. Rotate seat cushion down into theseating posit...

To install the second row cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboardside of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges arelocked into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System™ The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupants and i...

Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very closeto the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because the...

Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap wh...

WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a childanywhere near them. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckl...

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. Children12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seatingposition whenever possible. Refer to Safety restrai...

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. 1 in 4 of us will ...

WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bagsystem. Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder 姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder 威 ar...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

impact sensors, the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, theairbag backup power and the airbag ignitors). WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again and mu...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light will eitherflash or stay lit. • The readiness light will notilluminate immediately afterignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the p...

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of theside airbag system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk ofinjuri...

WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the airbag is not rep...

How does the Safety Canopy 姞 System work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy System includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk of...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will eitherflash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pa...

Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle.Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in ani...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsor tod-dlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Small...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions and warnings provided for install...

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and yourpediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child andproperly installed in the veh...

Perform the following steps when installing the child seat withcombination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap a...

8. Remove remaining slack from thebelt. Force the seat down with extraweight, e.g., by pressing down orkneeling on the child restraint whilepulling up on the shoulder belt inorder to force slack from the belt.This is necessary to remove theremaining slack that will exist oncethe additional weight of...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position. There are three tether anchorslocated on the headliner at the rearof the vehicle. 3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. The arrow in the above graphicpoints toward the front of thevehicle. If the tether strap is clippedincorrec...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: 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 riskof injury or death in a collis...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a four-wheel drive (4WD) system.With the 4WD option, power will be delivered to the front wheels anddistributed to the rear wheels as needed. This increases traction whichmay enable you to safely drive over terrain an...

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand 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 actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variat...

At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflateall tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automaticservice ...

To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile. If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot, (i.e. driven morethan 1 mile [1.6 km]), never “bleed” or reduce air pressure. The tires arehot from driving and it is norm...

the valve stem. Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises andother signs of damage or excessive wear. If internal damage to the tire issuspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to berepaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or showsigns of exc...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

• Rear-wheel drive (RWD)vehicles/Four-wheel drive(4WD)/All-wheel drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) 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, tir...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind youthat the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back onyour vehicle. To restore the full functionality o...

Low tire pressurewarning light Possiblecause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tirein use Your temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the damaged road wheel andre-mount it on the vehicle to restoresystem functionality. For a descrip-tion of how the system functions un-der these con...

SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: 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 andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, ve...

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design ratingcapability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design p...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weigh...

• Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

WARNING: 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 cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enoughcargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 9...

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, lossof vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing ...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do notconnect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can causedamage to your vehicle’s electrical system. Contact your authorized...

Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing-up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination. When turning, makewider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the vehicle is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitsoperational and warning lights willilluminate. This is the position th...

Note: If the engine fails to start when it should, which is indicated by the service engine soon light , put the gearshift lever into P (Park), turn the ignition off, then attempt to start the vehicle again. If thevehicle still does not start, it may require refueling, jump starting,resetting of the...

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is productcertified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be usedoutdoors, i...

factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat;however, maximum temperature is attained after approximately threehours of operation. Block heater operation longer than three hours willnot improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additionalelectricity. Make sure system ...

distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retainsteering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. However,the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ift...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned on) until theparking brake is released....

When AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 performs a normal system self-check, some drivers may notice a slight movement of the brake, and/or arumble, grunting, or grinding noise after startup and when driving off. When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 , you may experience the following: ...

or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing enginepower if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slidelaterally. During electronic stability control events, the stability control light in t...

WARNING: Trailer sway control does not prevent a trailer from swaying, it mitigates the sway from increasing once it has occurred. TSC cannot stop all trailers from swaying. If you areexperiencing trailer sway, it is likely that the trailer is improperlyloaded for the correct tongue weight or the sp...

WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at slowerspeeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increasedstopping distance, when driving a heavily load...

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brak...

R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle is free to roll; holdthe brake pedal down while in this position. Because of...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system locatedon the liftgate provides a videoimage, which appears in therearview mirror or on the navigationscreen (if equipped), of the areabehind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle. To ...

• If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering thelens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clearafter cleaning, have your camera inspected by your authorized dealer. ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (APA) (IF EQUIPPED) Active park assist (APA) will detect an availab...

For best performance, the driver should drive the vehicle as parallel aspossible while passing a parking space. If driven too fast (above 18 mph[30 km/h]) for the system to measure parking spaces, the message centerwill display ACTIVE PARK REDUCE SPEED. When the system has found a space, the message...

When you determine the vehicle is back far enough or you hear a solidtone from reverse sensing system, bring the vehicle to a complete stopand move the gearshift to D (Drive). The message center will nowdisplay PULL FORWARD USE CAUTION followed by a chime. When you determine the vehicle is far enoug...

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 thetransmission, such as rolling forward when R (Reverse) gear isselected. • You may be driving in R (Reverse). APA can only look for a parkingspace while moving forwa...

Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check themain mirror first, then check theblind spot mirror. If no vehicles arepresent in the blind spot mirror andthe traffic in the adjacent lane is ata safe distance, signal that you aregoing to change lanes. Glance overyour shoulder to verify...

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck ...

sideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be your primary concern. WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel ...

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

Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, thevehicle may stall. Once throu...

slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverseover a hill witho...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guidefor information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase exten...

HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is inany position or if the key is not inthe ignition. Press the flasher control and allfront and rear direction signals willflash. Press the f...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the front passenger’sfootwell, behind a flip-up cover. The high voltage shut-off switch islocated in the cargo area on thepassenger side of the vehicle in thejack compartment, behind the jackaccess door. The switch is locatedbehind the jack. To reset the sw...

If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the fuel pump shut-off or try tostart your vehicle; you could injure yourself or others. Have all thepassengers get out of the vehicle and call the local fire department or atowing service. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not w...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on theright-hand side of the centerconsole, by the instrument panel.Remove the panel cover to accessthe fuse cover. Press the tabs on thetop and bottom of the fuse cover toremove. The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp ...

WARNING: Always disconnect the low voltage (underhood) battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the low voltage (underhood) battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the low vo...

Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionalityof the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressuremonitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. Have a flat serviced by an authoriz...

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one...

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as ...

If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps: 4. Lift the spare tire on end toaccess tether attachment (1). 5. Use the lug wrench to remove thelug nut from the spare tire tether. 6. If not replacing the spare or flattire to the underbody storage area,raise winch up into the inst...

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire.Position the jack directly below theprotruding bolt. Roadside Emergencies 264 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

• Rear View shown from forward of reartire. Position the jack directly belowthe stud on the rear trailing arm. 3. Position the jack according to theguides and turn the jack handleclockwise until the tire is amaximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off theground. Be sure to place the jack awayfrom the rear edge of...

4. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainerthrough the center of the wheel.5. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its originalposition underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handleincreases significantly as the tire contacts the frame. ...

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean rag and apply grease.Apply grease only to the wheel pilothole surface by smearing a “dime”(1 square cm) sized glob of greasearound the wheel pilot sur...

Preparing your vehicle If your low voltage (underhood) battery becomes disconnected ordisabled for any reason, the vehicle controller must relearn the engine’soperating characteristics in order to operate it at maximum efficiency.This relearning process occurs the first time the vehicle is driven af...

1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. 2. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable tothe negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the fi...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Remove the jumper cable fromthe ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on thenega...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow w...

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Emergency towing In case of a...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

for your name and address, general information about your new vehicle,information about your warranty concerns, and any steps you havealready taken to try to resolve them. A Customer Claim Form will bemailed that will need to be completed, signed and returned to the BBBalong with proof of ownership....

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform youof local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can onl...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roofracks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer...

• Spray Motorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In Canada, useMotorcraft 威 Engine Shampoo (CXC-66-A). • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. Note: As with all transmissions, be especially c...

vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellentcoatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminantsmay cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking andsmearing of the windshi...

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. • Clean spills as quickly as possible. • Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of theleather as cleaners may darken the leather. • Do ...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To 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 canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...

Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. ...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Motor/Electronics (M/E) coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Low voltage (underhood) battery 7. Engine air filter assembly 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Windshield ...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bugwash. They may cause s...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the blade away from the arm toremove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optim...

Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reducesthe risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with onehand close to the arm/blade jointand pull it as far away from theglass as possib...

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes/lines, the oil level isacceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole/line, engine...

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petrole...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. Low and high voltage battery – storage Your vehicle must be started and run for a minimu...

Checking engine coolant The concentration and level ofengine coolant should be checked atthe intervals listed in scheduled maintenance information . The coolant concentration should bemaintained at 50/50 coolant anddistilled water, which equates to afreeze point of -34°F (-36°C).Coolant concentratio...

Checking motor/electronics (M/E) coolant The M/E coolant reservoir is locatedbehind the engine coolant reservoir.Refer to the following enginecoolant sections for all information,instructions and warnings related tocooling systems. The two systemsuse the same coolant and operatesimilarly, with the M...

If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not u...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the eng...

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine c...

Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...

Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumof 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol, leadedfuel or any other fuel. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law andcould damage your vehicle. Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or ...

performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet theWorld-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines...

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the inside of the rearpassenger side cargo compartmentaccess door. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into theEasy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Ext...

Filling the tank When the fuel gauge indicates empty, there is still a small reserve of fuelin the fuel system. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gaugeindicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of theadvertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve stillpr...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Since it is able to operate in electric mode and to collect braking energy,your hybrid vehicle may get better fuel economy in city driving than onthe highway. This is contrary to conventional vehicles. However, many ofthe same actions that improve...

Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 300 lb [136 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bugdef...

engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle willhave to be repeated. BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wea...

Cooling system • Protect against freezing temperatures. • When removing vehicle from storage, check coolant fluid level.Confirm there are no cooling system leaks, and fluid is at therecommended level. Battery • Check and recharge as necessary. Keep connections clean. • If storing your vehicle for mo...

• If the battery was removed, clean the battery cable ends and inspect. If you have any concerns or issues, contact your authorized dealer. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.5L I4 engine Oil filter FL-910 Spark plugs 1 Engine air filter element FA-1772 Cabin air filter FP-66 Low voltage (underhood...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty cove...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company. Depending on the plan you purchase,Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement...

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...

Factory-trained technicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensivefactory-sponsored certification training to help them become experts onthe operation of your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training andcertification their technicians have received. Genuine Ford...

Multi-point inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identifypotential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Companyrecommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at everyschedule...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil andfilter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. ...

Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 1 30 140 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 2 08 224 240 Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 1 56 168 180 Change engine oil and filter • •••••••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread ...

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 ...

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...

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, 6 months or 200 hours of engine operation (whichever comes first) – Change engine oil and replace oil filter....

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 A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-designaxles are lubricated for life. These lubricants...

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Engine coolant ❑ 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change engine and motor/electronics coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change engine and motor/electronics coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Scheduled Maintenance Guide 355 2011 Esc...

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...

A Accessory delay ..........................77 Active Park Assist .....................233 AdvanceTrac ..............................219 Air cleaner filter .......320–321, 324 Air conditioning automatic temperaturecontrol system ..........................52 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem .........

W Warning lights (see Lights) .......18 Washer fluid ..............................295 Water, Driving through .............245 Windows power .........................................76rear wiper/washer .....................70 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ...........................................