Ford 2006 Escape v.3- User Manual

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

failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter. Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplo...

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 Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

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...

Airbag 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 ...

Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains ON atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 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...

AUDIO SYSTEMS Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CD/MP3Radio (if equipped) 2006 Escape (204)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Entertainment Systems 17

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...

Folder/Track Mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks withinselected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc areaccessible) MODE. 10. REPEAT: Repeats current CD/MP3 track when active (ON).Press to show repeat status. P...

AM/FM stereo in-dash six CD modular audio (if equipped) 1. CD: To begin CD play, press LOAD. When the system is ready toaccept a disc, IN will appear on theradio display. You may then insert a CD. The system will load the CD andbegin play after a short pause. The disc number and track number willill...

14. FF (Fast forward): In CD/MP3 mode, press until desired selectionis reached. 15. REW (Rewind): In CD/MP3 mode, press until desired selectionis reached. 16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio comes equipped with Satellite Readycapability. The kit to enable theSatellite reception is available through yo...

21. COMP (Compression): Brings soft and loud CD passages togetherfor a more consistent listening levelwhen in CD mode. Press COMP to turn the feature ON/OFF. 22. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations orCD/MP3 tracks. Press again to stop. 23. CAT/Tune: Press or to manually tune ...

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...

Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from a station, the weakerthe signal and the weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thunderstorms ...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compactdiscs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players.Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, irregular shaped CDs, CDs with ascratch...

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 ...

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector inMAX A/C or O (OFF) when the vehicle is parked. This allows thevehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats. • Remove any...

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 (2.4meter) horizontal reference line onthe 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 ensure 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...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. 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 storag...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet as this will damage theoutlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage ...

Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open thewindow. Press and hold the top partof the rocker switch to close thewindow. Note: The window switches will not illuminate when the window lockcontrol is in the LOCKED position. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows a...

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped withan inside rear view mirror with anauto-dimming function. Theelectrochromic day/night mirror willchange from the normal (highreflective) state to the non-glare(darkened) state when bright lights(glare) reach the mirror....

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To operate the moon roof: Note: The moon roof will open to the “comfort” position first before opening all the way. The “comfort”position helps to alleviate rumblingwind noise which may happen in thevehicle with the roof fully opened. • The moon roof is equipped withan automa...

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the messagecenter for a display of status preceded by a brie...

System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for fourseconds. The message center will display the l...

Warnings Status Liftgate ajar Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to ON. Service emission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Service brake system Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left high bea...

CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HIGH BEAMS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lampsas soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signal...

2. Press and release the SET controlto display “OIL CHNG XXX% HOLDSET NEW”. 3. Press and hold the SET controlfor 2 seconds to display “OILCHANGE SET TO 100%”. INFO UNAVAIL. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication systems for the following vehiclemodules. • Fue...

Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of a storage compartmentlocated in the floor of the rear cargo area. 1. To open, lift the release handleand the lid. The lid can be removedto allow for extra storage. 2. To close, lower the lid and pushhandle until latch clic...

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 authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

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...

• 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 onlyoperate when the ignition is in the 1(LOCK) or 2 (ACCE...

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...

Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may bepurchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer canprogram your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keysyourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The...

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed keyaway from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent anyinconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additionalspare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle...

When you lock the vehicle using any of the methods above: • the park/turn lamps will flash once to indicate the hood, each doorand the liftgate are closed. • the park/turn lamps will not flash if the hood, any door or the liftgate are open. Once all doors, hood and liftgate are closed, the park/turn...

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. Before returning the seatbac...

Push side control and push down onhead restraint to lower it. 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) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. 2006 Escape ...

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 ...

Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this forcecan pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to theairbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants inrear-facing child seats, this occurs because the...

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...

All safety belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.The passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes describedbelow: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movements and locking in response to ve...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combinati...

Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,squeeze and hold the buttons on theside and slide the hei...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch (20cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the ...

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned t...

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...

• This will enable the BeltMinder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the restraint system warninglight will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint systemwarning light flashing 4 ti...

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...

The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuitsand the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including theimpact sensors, the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, theairbag back up power and the airbag ignitors). Several air bag system components get hot a...

For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing systemwill turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay li...

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or betweenthe seat and the center console (if equipped).Check the “...

The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuitthat initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, i...

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 series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system maynot function properly in the ev...

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt canbe positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face orneck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the childcloser to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder beltfit. Do not...

Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross thechest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawingsbelow compare the ideal fit...

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all o...

Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH andtether anchors. For more information on top tether straps and anchors,refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. For more information of...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

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 ...

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. Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare(if equi...

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 normal for pressures to increase aboverecommended cold pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended coldinflation pressure co...

the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls forcracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety,tires that are da...

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...

on the tire sidewall). Additionally, if your vehicle was originally equippedwith run-flat tires, replacing them with tires that are not identical tothose originally fitted may cause malfunction of the TPMS, and is notrecommended. Run-flat tires should not be used to replace regular tires.Always chec...

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, ti...

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: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon ...

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, ...

Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped witha tire pressure sensor fastenedto the inside rim of the wheel.The pressure sensor is coveredby the tire and is not visibleunless the tire is removed. Thepressure sensor is locatedopposite (180 degrees) from thevalve stem. Care must be takenwhen...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure they are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. Ford Motor Company recommendsthe use of a digital or dial-typetire pressure ...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight (flashes for ashort time either atstart-up or whiledriving) Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. F...

How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure ineach pneumatic tire. The pressure in each tire is dependent upon severalfactors, one of them being the contained air temperature (temperature ofthe air inside the tire). As the contained ai...

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices: • SAE class “S” cables should ONLY be used on the front axle forP235/70R16 tires. With P225/75R15 and P215/70R16 tires, SAE class“S” cables can be used on both the front and rear wheels. • Install cables or chains securely, verifyin...

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. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

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 Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

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...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide . Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unlo...

4x2 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 4860 (2204) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 2.3L w/automatic transmission 4940 (2241) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2 ) 3.0L w/automat...

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...

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • 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 Drivin...

Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise abo...

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...

5. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake. Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working. 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 vehic...

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

Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts during light to moderate accelerations and cruises (for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 10 mph (16 km/h) 2-3 20 mph (32 km/h) 3-4 32 mph (52 km/h) 4-5 37 mph (60 km/h) Reverse Make sure that your ve...

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 189

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...

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increaseyour repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilitiesand adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection ofvehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected toheavy off-...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for th...

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. 2006 Escape (204)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 204

To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover tothe Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current ...

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that isdifferent in one or...

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (...

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...

Changing the flat tire 8. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground. Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front • Rear 2006 Escape (204)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Roadside Emergenc...

Cargo management system (ifequipped): Reclip the tools onto the jack. 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 ...

• Ensure that the hold-strap contains the jack and tools before snappingthe buckle. • Ensure that the jack and tools are oriented as illustrated. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. If you are stowi...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...

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 dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful inachieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warr...

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party mediation/arbitration program administered by the CanadianMotor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relat...

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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 authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing orlaundry liquid. These products can dis...

• 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 authorized dealer. • For...

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 TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equi...

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing ofthe clear, protective coating. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur w...

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 authorized dealer ca...

• 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. 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. 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...

• 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the MAX markor upper hole may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed fro...

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 into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX or FULL mark on...

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 design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate ...

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%. •...

Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals f...

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...

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. Re...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” thatare sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

• The indicator may come on. For more information on the “check engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you,...

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test ofthe on-board diagnostics system. If the indicator is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may no...

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Besure to put the cap back ...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface. 2. Engage the parking brake fully –put in first gear. 3. Assure the vehicle cannot move. 4. Clean the filler plug. 5. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 6. Fluid level should be at bott...

Item Ford PartName orequivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Automatictransaxle 2 MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF Rear axle (4X4) 4 Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A Power TransferUnit(4X4-ManualTransaxl...

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 ..........................56 Air cleaner filter ...............273, 275 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................112, 121, 124 and child safety seats ............114description ..............112, 121, 124disposal ....................................127driver airb...