Ford 2010 Escape - Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your veh...

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their vehicle. Only use cel...

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

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lig...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, orby applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the onp...

Overdrive cancel and gradeassist: Illuminates when the overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned offand the grade assist function hasbeen turned on, refer to the Driving chapter. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Throttle contr...

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 as saf...

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the engine. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. If equipped with a message center,refer to Message center in this chapter o...

Info Press the INFO button repeatedly tocycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFObutton until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents thetrip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset. Re...

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps atservice stations • Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed controlsystem engaged to ...

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

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

AUDIO SYSTEMS Note: If your volume is muted and MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED is displayed, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injur...

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

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

Note: you must be tuned to the specific channel you want tolock/unlock when using this feature. b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PINnumber and when the system accepts your entry it will displayENTER NEW PIN. Enter you...

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

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

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

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

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location th...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 3. Defrost: Distributes outside air throu...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, select (defrost) or (floor/defrost). • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with thesystem off or with (recirculated air) engaged and A/C off. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will ...

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

13. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 14. Driver heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the driver heated seat. See Heat...

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

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe ...

2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position. 3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position. 4. Turn the key to the on position. 5. Turn the key back to the off position. 6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlightsshould turn on). 7. Turn the headlamp contro...

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 on position. • the headlamp control must be in the off, parking lamps or autolamppos...

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

5. Locate the vertical adjuster onthe headlamp, then turn theadjuster either clockwise (to adjustup) or counterclockwise (to adjustdown) aligning the upper edge ofthe light pattern to the horizontalline. 6. Move the opaque cloth to coverthe right-hand headlamp and repeatSteps 4 and 5 for the left-ha...

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

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

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

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

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

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

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affectcompass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willcorrect it...

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

One-touch down (AUTO) Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window willopen fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. Window lock The window lock feat...

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interiorrear view mirror since this may impair proper mirrorperformance. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a vide...

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

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some audio control features. Radio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, or CD • SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (SatelliteRadio mode if equipped). • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) In Radio mode: • Press to access the nex...

Navigation system hands freecontrol features (if equipped) Press and hold control briefly until the voice icon appears on the navigation display to use thevoice command feature. Press to complete a voice command. For further information on thenavigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplem...

For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC 威 system, refer to the Navigation System and SYNC 威 supplements. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up(from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. WARNING: Do not let children play w...

LIFTGATE • To open the liftgate window,unlock the liftgate (with thepower door locks or the remoteentry) and press the right sidecontrol button located under thelicense plate lamp shield. • To open the liftgate, unlock theliftgate (with the power doorlocks or the remote entry) andpress the middle co...

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

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

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

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

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

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Note: Setting the lock for on...

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

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

Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of eachother. The interior lamps will illuminate. To unlock all doors and liftgate, press the 3 • 4 ...

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

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

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

Note: The MyKey™ can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created, otherwise a standard key (Administrator key) is required todisable the MyKey™ programming. To clear all MyKeys™ go to step 2 inthe Disable MyKey™ section. Programming MyKey™ Optional Settings Turn the ignition on using an...

MyKey™ is not being used by the intended user. The only way toreset this odometer to zero is by disabling MyKey™. If this odometeris lower than the last time you checked, then the MyKey™ system hasbeen recently cleared. • # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys™ areprogrammed to the vehicl...

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

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

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

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

occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seatsand they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective wayto reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupantsare properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children aremuch safer when...

increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, thesafety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is ofsufficient severity, together with the front airbags. Safety belt energy management retractors The front and rear outboard safety belt energy managemen...

(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoul...

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. WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seating ...

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...

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

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

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

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

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

How does the Safety Canopy 姞 System work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy 威 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...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is ind...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infants ortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddler seat). Small...

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

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

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

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

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

Combining safety belt and LATCH lower anchors for attachingchild safety seats When used in combination, either the safety belt or the LATCH loweranchors may be attached first, provided a proper installation is achieved.Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Referto Recom...

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

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

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

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 wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variat...

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

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

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

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

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

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer.Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rearsuspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tir...

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

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

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

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

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

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

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore system func-tionality. For a description ofhow the system functions un-der these c...

SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, ve...

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

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

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....

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

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

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer towoption package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and tomaximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment...

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 2.5L w/manual transmission 5000 (2268) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5060 (2095) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic ...

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 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5200 (2359) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic transmission 7300 (3311 ) 3500 (1588) 30 (2.8) Notes: For h...

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...

• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • 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 addit...

• do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above thebottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant an...

• For automatic transmission vehicles, start the engine and allow it torun for five minutes at the beginning of each day and every six hoursthereafter. With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shiftinto (D) Drive and then into (R) Reverse before shifting back into N(Neutral). Four Wheel D...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— 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. On— all electrical circuitsoperational and warning lights willilluminate. This ...

Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starterdamage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off andwait 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Suchfluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the e...

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking isdone and normal brake operation resumes. These are normalcharacteristics of the ABS and should b...

• If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, thebrake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. Youmay also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel duringthis severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. Traction Control (T...

Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic StabilityControl system, which include but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow...

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased groundclearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passengercar. WARNING: Vehicles with a higher cent...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through six. D (Drive) with Grade As...

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

Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use theclutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on ahill. These actions will severely reduce the life of the clutch andcould nullify a clutch warranty claim. Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following ...

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

Note: The default setting for the camera delay is off. Press the “Settings” button found on the navigation screen (if equipped) to set thecamera delay feature to on or off. When towing, the camera will only see what is being towed behind thevehicle; this might not provide adequate coverage as it usu...

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

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

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

Why doesn’t APA position the vehicle where I want in the space? • The driver allows the vehicle to roll in the opposite direction of thetransmission (such as rolling forward when R (Reverse) gear isselected. • You may be driving in R (Reverse). APA can only look for a parkingspace while moving forwa...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Blind spot mirrors have anintegrated convex spotter mirrorbuilt into the upper outboard cornerof the outside mirrors. They aredesigned to assist the driver byincreasing visibility along the side ofthe vehicle. For more information onyour side view mirrors, refer to E...

FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent 4WD System thatcontinuously monitors vehicle conditions and automatically...

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto thepavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. •...

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

Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against youand cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance maybe required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to backout the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through highwa...

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...

Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can makeit more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicleequipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup boxcover). Failure...

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...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activate...

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 ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 41 15A Driver/passenger door lockswitches, Automatic dimmingmirror, Compass, Ambientlighting, Moon roof, Cameradisplay in mirror 42 10A Not used (spare) 43 10A Rear wiper logic, Heated seatsrelay, Instrument cluster 44 10A Not used (spare) 45 5A...

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

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

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system and should not be used. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tire, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, itwill no longer ...

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment 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 3. Fu...

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 fastener strap(2) to tie the tether end to thewinch actuator shaft (if equipped). Tire change ...

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

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

spare tire carrier has a built-in ratchet feature that will not allow you toovertighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effort, takethe vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliestconvenience. If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch, guide the tire ...

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

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

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. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components ...

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...

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

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

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

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized dealer. If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMPANYFORD EXPORT OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen ...

Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to:Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedService Publications CHQ202The Canadian RoadP.O. Box 2000Oakville, ON, CanadaL6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your v...

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

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

3.0L V6 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Remover (Z...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft 威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid containsspecial solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade an...

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrumentpanel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2. Wipe the surface with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. For morethorough cleaning, use a mild soap and wate...

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. • For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. Formore thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and watersolution. In Canada, use Motorcraft 威 Vinyl Cleaner (CXC...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Customer Infor...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place thegearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: T...

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

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

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

• 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upperlines, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the lower line, en...

• 3.0L V6 engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upperhole or upper line may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorize...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and f...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, k...

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

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANTChecking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant shou...

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating orfreezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...

• NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection cha...

When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speedoperation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine iscapable of completely shutting down automatically to pre...

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

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

If you operate your vehicle 50% or more of the time on ethanol, youshould follow a different maintenance schedule. In addition to this, if youexclusively use E85 fuel, it is also recommended to fill the fuel tank withregular unleaded gasoline once every 3,000 miles (4,800 km). See scheduled maintena...

2. Slowly insert the funnel into theEasy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnelscan be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to disposeof the funnel. Do not use aftermarket fun...

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the service engine soon indicator, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light,...

vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consistingof mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idleperiods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine Air filter element 1 FA-1772 FA-1893 Battery BXL-40R BXL-40R Oil filter FL-910 FL-500-S Spark Plugs 2 2 1 Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage...

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

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

Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start system Vehicle security system Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not ...

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

A Accessory delay ..........................72 Active Park Assist .....................233 AdvanceTrac ..............................217 Air cleaner filter ...............325, 327 Air conditioning automatic temperaturecontrol system ..........................49manual heating and airconditioning syst...

O Octane rating ............................312 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................296 Overdrive ...................................224 P Parental MyKeyprogramming .............................105 Park Assist ................................233 Parking brake ............................215 Parts...

W Warning lights (see Lights) .......12 Washer fluid ..............................294 Water, Driving through .............245 Windows power .........................................71 rear wiper/washer .....................66 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ..........................................