Ford 2006 Escape v.1- User Manual

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emerg...

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drivecontinuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofnew vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give themoving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 50...

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information abou...

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,failur...

Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are different from the ones that are describedin this Owner’s Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring ...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Serviceengine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Without message center With message center Brake system...

Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately by your authorizeddealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplementalrestraint system has been detected. Safety belt: Reminds you...

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

AUDIO SYSTEMS Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CDRadio (if equipped) 1. SEEK: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station or track. 2. REW (Rewind): In CD mode, press until desired selection isreached. FF (Fast forward): In CD mode, press until desired selection...

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it isbroadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a cert...

3. AUX: This control is not operational. 4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playing media; press again to return toplaying media 5. EJ: Press to eject a CD. 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the treble output. 7....

volume setting. The level will appear in the display.Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed tocompensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or ...

18. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band; tuneto a station, press and hold a presetbutton until sound returns. 19. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 20. CD: Press to enter CD mode. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75...

button press to proceed to the next/last text display. ) The last text fieldshown on the display will become the new display message default. TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radiocomes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellitereception is a...

18. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations,tape selections or CD tracks. Pressagain to stop. 19. Tune/CAT: TUNE: Works in radio mode only. PressTUNE / to change frequency down/up. CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your radio comes equipped with S...

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factor...

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 cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel ...

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select A/C. 2. Adjust the temperature control to mai...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the secondposition to also turn on the headlamps. Headlamp battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after theignition switch has been turned off if the headlam...

Autolamp delay system (if equipped) If your vehicle has an autolamp delay feature, you can set the delay timeto keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after the key is turnedOFF. The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory, but the delaytime may be changed by following the steps below...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the 3 (RUN) position. • the headlamp control must be in the OFF, parking lamps or autola...

Foglamp control (if equipped) Press the foglamp control, locatedon the instrument panel, to activatethe foglamps. The foglamp indicatorwill illuminate when the foglampsare on. Press the foglamp control todeactivate the foglamps. The foglamps will only operate withthe parking lamps or headlamps on.Wh...

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from thecenter of your headlamp to theground and mark an 8 foot(2.4 meter) horizontal reference lineon the vertical wall or screen at thisheight (a piece of...

For models equipped with a moonroof, the map lamps are located onthe moon roof control panel. Pressthe button on either side of eachmap lamp to illuminate the lamps.Push the button again to turn offthe lamps. The map lamps will illuminatewhenever a door is opened. Afterthe door is shut, the lamps wi...

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 assure lamp performance, light brightness and patternand safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assemblyor...

Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lampassembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replaceeither bulb: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and then openthe liftgate to expose the lampassemblies...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control down oneposition. Adjust the rotary control to thedesired speed setting. For normal or low speed wiperoperation, move control down twopositions from OFF. For high speed wiper operation,move control down three positionsfr...

Rear window wiper/washer controls For intermittent operation of rearwiper, rotate end of control upwardto the position. For normal speed rear wiperoperation, rotate control upward toON. To activate the rear washer, rotatethe control to the position and release. TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the stee...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the release on the door toopen the storage compartment. The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or asimilar object. Inst...

The auxiliary power point is locatedin the floor console. Cigarette lighter(if equipped) is located in theinstrument panel. Do not use the power point foroperating the cigarette lighterelement (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from beingblown, do not use the powerpoint(s) over the vehicle capacity ...

POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are freeof obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the ...

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) andaudio system may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switchis turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened. AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped witha...

Selectable features Set This button is used to select andreset various functions shown in theINFO Menu. Info menu This control displays the followingcontrol displays: • Average Fuel Economy • Distance to Empty • Instantaneous Fuel Economy • Units (English/Metric) • Language • System Check • INFO Dis...

Liftgate ajar Warning returns after theignition key is turned fromOFF to ON. Service emission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Service brake system Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left high beam Check right high beam Check left turn lamps Check right turn lamps Engine change oil soo...

LIFTGATE To open the rear window, pull theright side of the liftgate handle. To open the liftgate, pull the leftside of the liftgate handle. • Do not open the liftgate orliftgate glass in a garage or otherenclosed area with a low ceiling.If the liftgate glass is raised andthe liftgate is also opened...

Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features.The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They mayobstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or colli...

NO BOUNDARIES RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped withan optional roof rack. This uniquefeature allows you to carry cargo onan inner roof rack as well as on theconventional roof rack. Themaximum load for the conventionalroof rack is 100 lbs (45 kg). Theinner rack can also hold 100...

6. Figure shows foot (A) clicked into place correctly. 7. With the locking tab (B) exposed on the foot, this figureshows the rack is not installedcorrectly. Repeat steps 3 through5 and secure the rack beforeloading cargo. Do not drive the vehicle if the inner roof rack is extended andloaded with car...

To stow the inner rack: 1. Rotate the handle on the lift barof the inner rack in the direction ofthe arrows on the handle and pullthe inner rack away from thebumper. 2. Lift the inner rack (pivoting atthe hinges). 3. Continue lifting the inner rackuntil it is parallel with the roof. 4. Slide the rac...

Always stow the inner rack on the roof when using an automatedcar wash. Do not attempt to open the liftgate or rear window when the rackis in the down position. This may damage the rack or yourvehicle. To ensure proper sliding function of your rack, keep the rackclear of debris. If debris is visible...

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer suppliedkeys, replacement keys are available throug...

7. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position.The horn will chirp one time to confirm the programming mode has beenexited. Repeat the procedure to turn the feature on or off. Door key unlocking/locking Two step door unlocking 1. Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock t...

Relock This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position and any door is opened thenclosed, and • you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature The autolock feature can be turned on or ...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one...

• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle, or • weak or dead transmitter battery. The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. The remote lockingand unlocking features will operateindependent of the ignition position;however, the panic feature will onlyopera...

Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Assuming all vehicle doors and the liftgate are properly closed, the park/turn lamps will flash onceand the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. Formore information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimete...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 3 (RUN). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 3 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must en...

Illuminated exit • The interior lights will illuminate when the key is removed from theignition. The lamps automatically turn off after 25 seconds. The dome and cargolamp controls must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated exit system to operate. SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM S...

3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position,insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position.Kee...

The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from theignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on the remote entry transmitter. • Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder. • Open the driver’s door and press the power door lock control t...

FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints T...

Adjusting the front manual seat Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. 2006 Escape (204)...

Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on theseat to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The heated seats will activate when the...

The head restraints can be movedup and down. Lift the head restraintso that it is located directly or asclose as possible behind your head. Push control to lower or removehead restraint. Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraintand remove. 2. Place the head restraint underthe fro...

3. Pull the seat release control. Note: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 4. 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 foldingpa...

2. Rotate seat cushion down into theseating position making sure thatthe seat cushion is locked into placeand that the safety belt buckles areexposed. Make sure safety belt buckleheads are through elastic holders on seat backs. Safety beltbuckles may break if they aretrapped underneath the seatbacka...

To install the rear 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 姟 The Personal Safety System 娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is ...

to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sittingvery close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when theoccupant is not properly restrained by seat belts or child safety seats andthey move f...

Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The...

movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the should...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seatingpositions ...

Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisions, and inside collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the SafetyCanopy 娂 system. A sa...

recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved ina collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and aqualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safetybelt assemblies not in use d...

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 areexposed to ⬙ rare ⬙ events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will b...

Reasons given... Consider... ⬙ The people I’m with don’t wear belts ⬙ Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children andyounger brothers/sisters imitatebehavior they see. ⬙ I have an airbag ⬙ Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety bel...

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries.Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. All occupants of th...

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. Airbags can k...

Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system will turn off the front passenger’sfrontal airbag under certain conditions. The front passengerseat-mounted side airbag (if equipped) will be deactivated if the sensordetects an empty seat; otherwise, the seat-mounted side airbag will...

to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateraldeceleration. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the side airbag hasdeployed, the airbag wil...

Safety Canopy 姟 system (if equipped) Do not place objects ormount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adeploying Safety Canopy 娂 . Failure to follow these instructions mayincrease the risk of personal injuryin the event of a collision. Do not lean your h...

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

The Safety Canopy 娂 is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above the first and second row seats. The Safety Canopy 娂 is designed to inflate between the side window area and occupants tofurther enhance protection provided in side impact collisions and rolloverevents. The fact...

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...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg). The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. I...

Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin the front seats. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts The rear seat head restraints must be removed when using a childseat. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-fac...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to...

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...

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. Information ontransfer case operation and shiftingprocedures can be found in the Driving chapter . Information on transfer case maintenance can befound in the Maintenance and Specification chapter . You should become ...

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,resulting in heat buildup and inte...

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when tires are hot. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tiregauge onto the valve and measure the pressure with the tire ga...

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You ...

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure isnormally higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflationpressure which can be found on the Saf...

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. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

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 If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more ev...

• 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 a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check ...

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...

Example only: 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. 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 158

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight 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...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

• Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to thesevere duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km(500 miles). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for theproper installat...

4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR - lb. (kg) Trailer Weight Range - lb. (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m) 2 2.3L w/manual transmission 5040 (2286) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 2.3L w/automatic transmission 5100 (2313) 1500 (680 ) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automat...

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to hook retainers on thevehicle. To connec...

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission in the Driving chapter . • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCW...

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 inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or ...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand steering column and allows keyremoval. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. RUN, all electrical circuitsoperational and warning lights willilluminate. Thi...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If ...

Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pullthe parking brake handle up as faras possible. The BRAKE warning lamp willilluminate and will remainilluminated until the parking brakeis released. To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly,then push the handle down. Always...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the RUN position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working proper...

MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interruptinterlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal isdepressed.When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must: 1. Put the gearshift lever in then...

Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy) 1-2 14 mph (22 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3-4 34 mph (55 km/h) 4-5 44 mph (70 km/h) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 1...

Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into theneutral position. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Depress the clutch, then shift into1 (First). 1 2 4 R 3 5 1 2 4 R 3 5 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Driving 183

If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causinginaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, ...

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 ...

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highwayreflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt asudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slidesideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be yo...

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...

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slip...

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...

Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card isfound in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compar...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, beh...

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 Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

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 fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus)...

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 15A* Trailer tow park lamps 2 — Not used 3 15A* Front and rear park lamps 4 10A* Ignition switch 5 2A* Powertrain Control Module (PCMrelay), Fuel pump relay, Main fanrelay, High/Low spe...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 33 15A* Air bag module, Passenger Air bagDeactivation (PAD) indicatorlamp, Occupant ClassificationSensor (OCS) 34 5A* ABS module, Evac and Fill, Speedcontrol 35 5A* Heated seats module, 4WD * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse...

When driving with the 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 sparetire/wheel The usage of a dissimilar spare tire/...

Remove the lug wrench from thejack in order to remove the sparetire from under the vehicle. Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped) 1. Insert the lug wrench through theaccess hole in the rear bumper. 2. Turn the handle counterclockwiseand lower the spare tire until it canbe sl...

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 installedposition. 7. Use the attached Velcro strap (2)to tie the tether end to the winchactuator shaft (if equipped). Changing the f...

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front • Rear 9. Lower the jack from its storedheight to fit under the jackingnotches. Position the jack accordingto the following guides and turn thejack handle clockwise until the tireis a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) offthe ground....

Never use the differentials as ajacking point. To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle is on the jack. The jack isonly meant for changing the tire. 10. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut ...

Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area. To replace the jack in thevehicle, • guide the jack bottom first in thetrim opening and position in thebracket (3), • secure the retention clip on theupper part of the jack (2), and • close the thumbscrew (1). Make sure the jack is fastened so itdoes n...

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fa...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

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...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMot...

Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealerships. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and thedealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada p...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your dealer for completedetails about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit theFord ESP website at ...

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

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint...

• 2.3L I4 • 3.0L DOHC V6 — Duratec Engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cl...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellan...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional StrengthCarpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the style ...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provi...

• Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease h...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.3L I4 engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Automatic transmission dipstick 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Engine oil dipstick...

3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoi...

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. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds m...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. Turn the bladeat a right angle to the arm. Push thelock tab (A) to release the bladefrom the arm loop and pull theblade down toward the windshieldto remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new blade to the armloop and pull i...

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is within the MIN and MAX marks or the lower andupper holes, the oil level is acce...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil...

Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and ...

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time theadaptive learning pr...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM),VC-7–B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford SpecificationWSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant fromyellow...

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure ...

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. •...

FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damag...

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. 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; • Keep spa...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems tobecome more pronounced...

taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement 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 is equal tothe rated ...

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers travel...

Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow there...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicableexhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter andother emission control components continue to work prope...

• Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat least four idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature....

BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir. The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range; there is no need toadd fluid. ...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagementconcerns and/or possibledamage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid (andclutch fluid ifequipped) Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Fill to line onreservoir Engine oil(including filterchange) 6 Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 Su...

3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication onthe dipstick’s normal operating range. 4 Add the coolant type originally equipped ...

Item Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP(US)CXO-5W20–LSP12(Canada) WSS-M2C930-Awith APICertificationMark Manual transaxle Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 G...

handle. MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. 3 The Power Transfer Unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube. Lubricant levels are not to be checked or chan...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followin...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

A Accessory delay ..........................58 Air cleaner filter ...............267, 269 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................114, 121, 124 and child safety seats ............116description ..............114, 121, 124disposal ....................................127driver airb...