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8. Loosen each wheel lug nut
one-half turn counterclockwise but
do not remove them until the wheel
is raised off the ground.

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2006 Escape Hybrid

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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA

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Roadside Emergencies

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Escape Hybrid

Page 1: ...ols 72 Manual heating and air conditioning 72 Rear window defroster 73 Lights 74 Headlamps 74 Turn signal control 78 Bulb replacement 80 Driver Controls 85 Windshield wiper washer control 85 Steering...

Page 2: ...8 Recreational towing 192 Driving 193 Starting 193 Brakes 196 Transmission operation 200 Roadside Emergencies 212 Getting roadside assistance 212 Hazard flasher switch 213 Fuel pump High voltage shut...

Page 3: ...tenance and Log 304 Special Operating Conditions and Log 318 Index 322 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information sto...

Page 4: ...the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore...

Page 5: ...posal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE Your veh...

Page 6: ...e at operating temperature the engine will start automatically as you accelerate Sometimes the engine will start immediately as you begin moving while other times the vehicle will obtain a speed of up...

Page 7: ...incline unlike in a conventional vehicle L Low does not offer an advantage over D Drive in uphill or off road driving conditions Reverse operation Vehicle speed is limited to 22 mph 35 km h while oper...

Page 8: ...ttery and driving the vehicle the engine may continue to operate for 3 5 seconds after the key is turned to the 1 LOCK position This is a normal condition as the vehicle s computers are relearning the...

Page 9: ...our Escape Hybrid refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Co...

Page 10: ...the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal how fast the vehicle was traveling and where the driver was positioni...

Page 11: ...g such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications e...

Page 12: ...Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lightin...

Page 13: ...ic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct F...

Page 14: ...more information Service engine soon The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is...

Page 15: ...he brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealership Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may oc...

Page 16: ...witches or service For information regarding Low voltage underhood battery only and Fuel pump High voltage shut off switches please refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter Charging system Illuminate...

Page 17: ...OCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver...

Page 18: ...r INFO or SET control is pressed GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Battery gauge Provides information about the vehicle s energy usage ASSIST Battery provides extra power to boost...

Page 19: ...ntinuously at the top of the scale in the red zone may damage the engine The pointer will indicate engine RPMs when the engine is running and point at the EV symbol when the engine is off and the vehi...

Page 20: ...otection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be...

Page 21: ...e following functions Clock Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed Press SEL to decrease increase hours or minutes Compression In CD mode press to bring soft and loud passages toge...

Page 22: ...hen the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets 8 REP...

Page 23: ...r menu selections 12 FOLDER Press to access the next MP3 directory folder 13 FOLDER Press to access the previous MP3 directory folder 14 Bass Press BASS then press SEL to decrease increase the bass ou...

Page 24: ...enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental...

Page 25: ...d with Satellite ready capability The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit 3 DSP Digital Signal...

Page 26: ...to decrease increase the bass output TREB Treble Press TREB then press SEL to decrease increase the treble output 7 SEL Select Use with Bass Treble Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels 8 BAL Ba...

Page 27: ...o set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns In CD mode press to access the desired disc 11 SAT if equipped Your Audiophile radio co...

Page 28: ...film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identifi...

Page 29: ...he radio display You may then insert a CD The system will load the CD and begin play after a short pause The disc number and track number will illuminate in the display If a CD is already loaded into...

Page 30: ...er will be displayed SCAN Scan works in radio and CD mode Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band or the first ten seconds of each track Press SCAN again t...

Page 31: ...ode 6 FF Fast forward In CD mode press and hold to advance through a track at high speed 7 REW Rewind In CD mode press and hold to reverse through a track at high speed 8 SHUF Shuffle Press to play al...

Page 32: ...to toggle between FM1 and FM2 18 AM Press to enter AM mode GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canad...

Page 33: ...pose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to pl...

Page 34: ...h screen is activated in the display The hard keys will be explained further below and the soft keys will be described as needed Safety information Please read and follow all stated safety precautions...

Page 35: ...on Let the voice guide you If viewing is necessary pull off the road to a safe location Do not use the navigation system to locate emergency services For road safety reasons the driver should program...

Page 36: ...an audio CD or a navigation CD 3 Navigation NAV Press the NAV control to access the navigation system menu 4 MAP The MAP control works in all modes Press to show current location 5 BACK This control...

Page 37: ...he vehicle s current location as home Pressing the home key after the home location has been set will calculate a route to that set home location 10 SEEK Use these controls to find the previous next l...

Page 38: ...Press to enter CD mode or to begin play of a CD that is already loaded in the system Press the CD control again to toggle CD CD DJ and DVD if equipped Note Navigation CD s are not operational in the C...

Page 39: ...sure that the ignition and the VNR system are ON 2 Insert CD s into the CD DJ magazine Insert magazine into CD DJ If the CD DJ magazine is already loaded press the CD control to toggle through CD and...

Page 40: ...ese screens are informational and do not require any input from you Note that due to the one second screen updates and the simplification of the graphics the display may not show the actual vehicle st...

Page 41: ...after the vehicle has been started and will remain highlighted until key off to indicate that the vehicle is ready to be driven 7 Motor Power This line represents how much power the electric motor is...

Page 42: ...ge HV battery by the Hybrid system The vehicle is in a state similar to idle except that power is being generated to recharge the high voltage battery The vehicle is being powered by the engine not th...

Page 43: ...n To view press the fuel icon control This screen displays three pieces of information Instantaneous Fuel Economy IFE The IFE is displayed on the vertical bar on the left of the screen ranging from 0...

Page 44: ...he key is turned out of RUN however the average fuel economy bar will retain its value Press RESET to clear the graph If the Navigation System has been set to units of Kilometer the Fuel Economy Scree...

Page 45: ...voice output level adjust the volume control only when the navigation system is speaking Otherwise it will adjust the radio levels Automatic volume control AVC With this feature radio volume changes...

Page 46: ...begin radio play Radio reception factors Distance strength The further an FM signal travels the weaker it is The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km 24 miles This range c...

Page 47: ...Press again to enter AM FM mode where you are able to make frequency band adjustments CD select To begin CD play if a CD is already loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin p...

Page 48: ...l Processing The Digital Signal Processing DSP feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes Press the soft key to turn the feature on or off This feature can be accessed...

Page 49: ...ll replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically r...

Page 50: ...et 1 Select a frequency band using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing I...

Page 51: ...ch can be used to locate different stations transmitting programs of a certain type Press the soft key next to TYPE to access a list of available program types Use the cursor control to select the des...

Page 52: ...tments When in CD or CD DJ mode press COMP to engage or disengage the compression feature Shuffle When in CD or CD DJ mode press SHUF to engage and disengage the shuffle feature All tracks on the curr...

Page 53: ...CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent...

Page 54: ...etely out of the magazine If this happens reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine 3 Insert each CD tray with the disc loaded all the way into the CD magazine 4 Insert the CD magazine into the...

Page 55: ...ted into the audio unit press CD until CD DJ appears in the display If playback is selected and the CD DJ is empty or the magazine is missing or incorrectly inserted NO DISC S will appear in the displ...

Page 56: ...song Shuffle mode When in CD DJ mode press SHUF to engage and disengage the shuffle feature The tracks will be played in random order The unit will play all the tracks on the selected disc and then mo...

Page 57: ...ould only be entered when the vehicle is stationary Please drive safely This screen may appear on your VNR display Press the soft key next to the display to select the desired language Press the contr...

Page 58: ...GPS reception is interrupted or interference occurs over a distance of several miles The following are possible causes for GPS reception being interrupted If the vehicle is in multi story parking gar...

Page 59: ...ve the current view of the map ZOOM Press to adjust the area covered on the map display The map zoom levels are 1 8 1 2 1 4 and 16 miles Selecting a destination Press NAV to access the destination ent...

Page 60: ...is destination option enables you to specify a particular place such as an airport or gas station Use the soft keys to select Point of Interest In the next menu you will have the following options By...

Page 61: ...s destination The last 50 destinations entered into the navigation system are automatically stored in the system s memory Use the soft key to select Previous Destination The address of each stored des...

Page 62: ...r points of interest and a highlight bar indicates the line selected You may choose any of these for a destination Press LIST to enter list mode Use the cursor control to scroll through the selections...

Page 63: ...ing incomplete map data are highlighted in cautionary yellow major roadways are shown in blue other streets are shown in white your vehicle location is shown as a pink yellow triangle the arrow at the...

Page 64: ...two display functions which are available if needed VOICE Press to repeat the current voice prompt DETOUR Press to select a detour For more information on detours refer to Detours interruptions and r...

Page 65: ...lect Address Book 2 Press ENTER to confirm the selection Stored addresses will appear in the display If no entries exist an empty address book screen is shown Use the cursor control to select the desi...

Page 66: ...s book such as a new restaurant Select ADDRESS BOOK from the Destination Entry menu Press the ADD soft key Press the CURRENT LOCATION soft key Assign a name to the entry as described in Adding deletin...

Page 67: ...hich you are on currently AVOID NEXT ROAD Updates your route to avoid the next road planned on your journey DETOUR X MILES Provides a detour from the current route for the noted distance Use the curso...

Page 68: ...nce or Press the CANCEL soft key Navigation Menu You are able to make various adjustments in navigation mode To view the options press the control next to Option Menu to select from the following opti...

Page 69: ...l to select one of the following options MODE auto automatic day or night display settings BRIGHTNESS provides manual adjustment for screen brightness Turn Display Off Turns the display off Press any...

Page 70: ...adio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not...

Page 71: ...l alert the driver and route guidance directions on the display are highlighted in cautionary yellow Ordering additional map CDs If you wish to order additional maps or report possible problems with y...

Page 72: ...instrument panel vents only Note When A C mode is selected you may notice the air temperature cycle from cooler to warmer as the engine turns on and off Distributes outside air through the instrument...

Page 73: ...ct A C 2 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 3 Set the fan speed to 4 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument pane...

Page 74: ...turn on and off automatically The autolamp control located on the headlamp switch will turn on the lamps automatically at night turn off the lamps automatically during the daylight keep the lamps on...

Page 75: ...LOCK position 6 Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position the headlights should turn on 7 Turn the headlamp control to the OFF position when the desired delay time up to 3 minutes has been r...

Page 76: ...to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision Smart park lamps if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with the DRL and autolamp features your park lamps will turn on au...

Page 77: ...d service technician Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away 1 8 feet 2 4 meters 2 Center height of la...

Page 78: ...cket to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise to adjust down or clockwise to adjust up aligning the upper edge of the light pattern to the horizontal line 6 Move the opaque cloth to cover the righ...

Page 79: ...urn off the lamps For models equipped with a moon roof the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps Push the button...

Page 80: ...Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb...

Page 81: ...cle and pull the bulb socket straight out to remove the bulb Highbeam bulb replacement 4 Locate the bulb that is the most center in the vehicle rotate the socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb soc...

Page 82: ...e steps to replace either bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefull...

Page 83: ...sh in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning it clockwise 5 To install press the lamp assembly into liftgate Replacing high mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly...

Page 84: ...Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing foglamp bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Lights 84...

Page 85: ...peed wiper operation move control down two positions from OFF For high speed wiper operation move control down three positions from OFF Mist function To activate mist push control up from the OFF posi...

Page 86: ...te the rear washer rotate the control to the position and release TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull down the steering column tilt lever 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until...

Page 87: ...180W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used Cigar Cig...

Page 88: ...ly microcomputer controlled electric blankets touch sensor lamps etc Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use It is not recommended to use any extens...

Page 89: ...er windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to o...

Page 90: ...udio system may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control lo...

Page 91: ...ore without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph 48 km h Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or...

Page 92: ...the SET ACC control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET ACC control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehic...

Page 93: ...s the speed control CAN control Note When you cancel the speed control your speed control set speed memory is retained Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Press...

Page 94: ...and hold the front portion of the control This will open the vent To close press and hold the rear portion of the control Note If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed...

Page 95: ...a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime Selectable features Set This button is used to select and reset various functions shown in the INFO Menu Info menu This control displays the...

Page 96: ...0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important...

Page 97: ...battery ELEC ENERGY AVAIL LOW will be displayed and for normal operation ELEC ENERGY AVAIL NORMAL will be displayed System check Selecting this function from the INFO menu causes the message center t...

Page 98: ...the SET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices 3 Press and hold the SET control for 2 seconds to set the language choice Display On Off Select this function from the I...

Page 99: ...eappear on the display ten minutes from the reset They will not reappear until an ignition LOCK RUN cycle has been completed if the fault condition still exists This acts as a reminder that these warn...

Page 100: ...is turned from LOCK to RUN Speed control on 4X4 locked temporarily Temporary alert 4X4 disabled temporarily 4X4 auto restored STOP SAFELY NOW Displayed when the Master electrical hazard warning lamp...

Page 101: ...isplayed when the passenger door is not completely closed REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR Displayed when the rear right door is not...

Page 102: ...Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out Check the lamps as soon as safely possible a...

Page 103: ...s the system check function 2 Press and release the SET control to display OIL CHNG XXX HOLD SET NEW 3 Press and hold the SET control for 2 seconds to display OIL CHANGE SET TO 100 Note This feature i...

Page 104: ...sed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death This will also prevent passengers a...

Page 105: ...maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lbs 44 kg evenly distributed on the cross bars If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load position it in the center or as far forward on the cross bars...

Page 106: ...bwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross bar to the end of the rail 3 Use a long flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cros...

Page 107: ...lled with the F front arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle 2 Use a long flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross bar 3 Slide the cross bar assemblies over t...

Page 108: ...der The door lock controls are enabled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key in the door lock cylinder or by pressing on the remote entry transmitter This feature can be turned on or off using th...

Page 109: ...l of the doors the liftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR p...

Page 110: ...r unlock control three times 5 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position 6 The horn will chirp once to confirm programming mode is entered active 7 Press the power door unlock c...

Page 111: ...device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This devic...

Page 112: ...the one step door unlocking feature is activated press and release once to unlock all of the doors the liftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to Illuminated entry in...

Page 113: ...alarm Press to activate the alarm To deactivate the feature press the control again turn the ignition to the 3 RUN or 4 START position or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately 3 minutes Note...

Page 114: ...from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogramme...

Page 115: ...dditional remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm tha...

Page 116: ...ts from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine...

Page 117: ...Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 RUN position Keep the ignition in the 3 RUN position for at least three second...

Page 118: ...ft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting Arming the system When armed this system will respond if unauthorized entry is a...

Page 119: ...to ensure the alarm disarms Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 RUN or 4 START position Triggering the anti theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door liftgate or the hood is op...

Page 120: ...collision or sudden stop Adjustable head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the...

Page 121: ...forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Adjusting the front power seat if equipped The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front porti...

Page 122: ...ctivate Push again to deactivate The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in...

Page 123: ...it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head Push control to lower or remove head restraint Folding down rear seats 1 Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove 2 Place the head...

Page 124: ...f all objects before folding the seat 4 Flip seat forward Attach the safety belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button This will ensure that safety belt does not get caught by staying...

Page 125: ...tback release lever is pulled slowly lower seatback to the flat position 6 Rotate seatback down into load floor position Returning the rear seats to upright position 1 Pull seatback up and into uprigh...

Page 126: ...as the seatback is rotated down Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback After returning the seatback to its...

Page 127: ...upants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safet...

Page 128: ...es Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The dr...

Page 129: ...eat all the way back Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn of...

Page 130: ...force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to Energy management feature section in this chapter The driver s side only is equipped with dual pretensione...

Page 131: ...restraint system SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured o...

Page 132: ...ongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Energy...

Page 133: ...to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the s...

Page 134: ...he safety belt systems at all seating positions except the driver position which doesn t have this feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feat...

Page 135: ...ur vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisions and in side collisions and ro...

Page 136: ...cluding retractors buckles front safety belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped ch...

Page 137: ...unction This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s sa...

Page 138: ...5 km h 3 mph and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime...

Page 139: ...be thrown clear Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid th...

Page 140: ...moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times ending in the unbuckled state Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off After Step 3 the res...

Page 141: ...occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old...

Page 142: ...o your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Modifications to...

Page 143: ...he seat all the way back How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the air...

Page 144: ...is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control The SRS consists of driver and passenger airbag modules wh...

Page 145: ...that an infant is present in a rear facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a forward facing child res...

Page 146: ...pright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the sy...

Page 147: ...with the passenger sensing system the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster will stay lit DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system take your vehicle immediately to the dealer If it is...

Page 148: ...near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the r...

Page 149: ...on with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seat...

Page 150: ...uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the si...

Page 151: ...jure you as it deploys from the headliner Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Safety Canopy system its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canop...

Page 152: ...sensors mounted at lower B Pillar one on each side Two crash sensors located at the c pillar behind the rear doors one on each side Rollover sensor in the restraints control module RCM The Safety Cano...

Page 153: ...er inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the Safety Canopy system has deployed the Safety Canopy will not function again unless replaced The Safety Canopy system including the A B and C pilla...

Page 154: ...ride in your vehicle you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Many states require that children use approved booster seats until they are eight years old Check your local and st...

Page 155: ...child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low...

Page 156: ...a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb 18 kg The shoulder belt should cros...

Page 157: ...operly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in...

Page 158: ...H anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety...

Page 159: ...ear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through...

Page 160: ...e retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will cli...

Page 161: ...tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat fo...

Page 162: ...tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts Follo...

Page 163: ...vided primarily for child seats at the outboard seats and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat installation at other seats A child seat with rigid LATCH attachments cannot...

Page 164: ...ild seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat g...

Page 165: ...y inflated Never overload or improperly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person...

Page 166: ...safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow higher load carrying capacity a...

Page 167: ...mple Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumati...

Page 168: ...the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the ti...

Page 169: ...ir pressure Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recomm...

Page 170: ...damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended Inflating your tires Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure including the spare if equipped at least mo...

Page 171: ...f 1 psi 7 kPa in inflation pressure Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label If you are checking tire...

Page 172: ...ose originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle contro...

Page 173: ...ght trucks Note If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association...

Page 174: ...h W 168 mph 270 km h Y 186 mph 299 km h Note For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph 240 km h tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For those with a maximum speed capability o...

Page 175: ...o lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire m...

Page 176: ...Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when th...

Page 177: ...r lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to pu...

Page 178: ...rs the tire is worn out and should be replaced Inspect your tires frequently for any of the following conditions and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Fabric showing throug...

Page 179: ...e wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel ali...

Page 180: ...or Lincoln Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation Note Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spa...

Page 181: ...ed Do not use cables or chains on dry roads Do not exceed 30 mph 48 km h with tire cables or chains on your vehicle Consult your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of traction contr...

Page 182: ...by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in ord...

Page 183: ...Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight Tires Wheels and...

Page 184: ...s door The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance...

Page 185: ...he 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 and passen...

Page 186: ...t tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or persona...

Page 187: ...nt from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb...

Page 188: ...our vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow It must b...

Page 189: ...Escape Hybrid is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specified above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Escape Hybrid vehicle elect...

Page 190: ...ainers on the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the...

Page 191: ...ips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other...

Page 192: ...to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required RECREATIONAL TOWING An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The Escape Hybrid may be flat to...

Page 193: ...e speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The...

Page 194: ...ints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off 3 Make sure the parking brake is set 4 Make sure the gearshift is in P Park 5 Turn the key to 3 RUN without turning the key to...

Page 195: ...conserve fuel after it is warmed up and the high voltage battery is sufficiently charged Note If the vehicle does not start put the gearshift lever into P Park turn the ignition off then attempt to s...

Page 196: ...ake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician If the veh...

Page 197: ...ake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain full steering control duri...

Page 198: ...rging and the requested deceleration is produced by standard friction braking alone Regenerative braking does not take the place of the standard friction brakes it only assists them Regenerative braki...

Page 199: ...nbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a...

Page 200: ...Emergencies chapter If the fuse is not blown perform the following procedure 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Using a screwdriver or similar tool carefully pry out the small round tethered Brake Transmiss...

Page 201: ...itions of the electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle eCVT P Park This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Start the e...

Page 202: ...ed into L Low at any vehicle speed When parking do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park...

Page 203: ...en moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation To help avoid personal inj...

Page 204: ...ition is on An RSS control allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off To turn the RSS off the ignition must be on and the gear selector in R Reverse The system will remain off until either the RSS c...

Page 205: ...p the vehicle and allow it to cool for five minutes with the key in the 3 RUN position 4WD system messages in Message Center SERVICE 4WD Displayed when the 4WD system is not operating properly If the...

Page 206: ...ter reducing your speed Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before retur...

Page 207: ...ing properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Emergency maneuvers In an unavoidabl...

Page 208: ...the tire pressures and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the v...

Page 209: ...Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by treading lightly Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles...

Page 210: ...ny faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs at all four wheels Do not become overconfident as to road conditions Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for st...

Page 211: ...s components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off road usage DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially if the dep...

Page 212: ...allons 7 5L maximum two occurrences within 12 month period towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford Motor Company dealership or your selling dealer if within 35 miles 56 3 km of the nearest...

Page 213: ...verage prior to your Basic Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flas...

Page 214: ...icle in the jack compartment behind the jack access door To reset the switch es 1 Turn the ignition to LOCK 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in...

Page 215: ...before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could...

Page 216: ...Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the right hand side of the center console by the instrument panel Remove the panel cover to access the fuses...

Page 217: ...1 Not used 2 5A Spare 3 15A Front and rear park lamps 4 10A Ignition switch 5 2A Powertrain Control Module PCM relay PATS module 6 15A Stop lamps 7 10A Instrument cluster Power mirror switch Radio 8...

Page 218: ...cluster 23 5A Spare 24 20A Cigar lighter 25 20A Front wiper motor Front wiper washer 26 5A Climate control system mode switch 27 5A Traction high voltage Battery Control Module TBCM Injectors 28 10A...

Page 219: ...cal shock always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the low voltage underhood battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the low voltage underhood battery has been disco...

Page 220: ...0A Power point 110V AC 15 20A Ignition main 16 15A A C clutch 17 20A Power point 18 30A Injectors COP Coil on plug 19 40A Climate control blower 20 40A Cooling fan 1 21 40A PCM power 22 40A SJB power...

Page 221: ...dule TCM 002 Relay PCM power 003 Relay Injector 004 Relay Auxiliary coolant pump 005 Relay Motor Electronic coolant pump 006 Relay Foglamps 007 Relay A C clutch Diode 01 A C clutch Diode 02 Not used M...

Page 222: ...o the tire sidewall This spare tire is considered temporary Replace the T type mini spare with a tire of the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity as the other road tires as soon as possib...

Page 223: ...size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired When driving with the dissi...

Page 224: ...e jack even if the vehicle is in P Park To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally oppos...

Page 225: ...ap and remove the jack and tools by pulling the right side up first Remove the tools from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle Note For some vehicles the jack and tools ar...

Page 226: ...upper end out first Remove the lug wrench from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether if equipped 1 Insert the lug wrench th...

Page 227: ...chment 1 5 Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether 6 If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area raise winch up into the installed position 7 Use...

Page 228: ...e 8 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Before placing the jack under the vehicle NOTE the jack locations Front Roa...

Page 229: ...re is a maximum of 1 inch 25 mm off the ground Never use the differentials as a jacking point To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a...

Page 230: ...r the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 13 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the...

Page 231: ...e clips as shown Reinstall the jack in the pocket with the left side first then snap the right side down Ensure that the hold strap contains the jack and tools before snapping the buckle Ensure that t...

Page 232: ...ery little effort take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch guide the tire with one hand keep the rear of the tire ti...

Page 233: ...to Jump starting the high voltage battery in this chapter for information on jump starting the high voltage battery The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigaret...

Page 234: ...Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery c...

Page 235: ...2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery Roadside Emergencies 235...

Page 236: ...of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel deliv...

Page 237: ...ey were connected 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 th...

Page 238: ...its idle conditions JUMP STARTING THE HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY Your vehicle has two separate jump starting procedures the following procedure is for the cargo area high voltage battery only Refer to the...

Page 239: ...l in the driver side foot well and press the jump start button momentarily After pressing the button you should wait eight minutes before attempting to start the engine otherwise the high voltage batt...

Page 240: ...ton flashes slowly the low voltage underhood battery may not have enough energy to charge the high voltage battery If this occurs refer to the Jump starting your vehicle Low voltage underhood battery...

Page 241: ...e is to be towed from the front ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground The rear wheels can be left on the ground when towed in this fashion If your vehicle...

Page 242: ...ransmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km Maximum speed is n...

Page 243: ...stions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquir...

Page 244: ...DD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 www customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada...

Page 245: ...purchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose wh...

Page 246: ...ord dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequent...

Page 247: ...your application The toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review yo...

Page 248: ...viewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on cons...

Page 249: ...hout charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford...

Page 250: ...Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel Using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle m...

Page 251: ...ECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NH...

Page 252: ...ch as gasoline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before enteri...

Page 253: ...with a strong stream of water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical stren...

Page 254: ...rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wipers do not wipe properly substances on the vehicle s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot...

Page 255: ...leaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Do not use chemical...

Page 256: ...ng over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Delux...

Page 257: ...eather and Vinyl Cleaner U S only ZC 11 A Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC...

Page 258: ...engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and...

Page 259: ...brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels Working with the engine on 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels Note Do not start your...

Page 260: ...dle located under the bottom of the instrument panel 2 At the front of the vehicle lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille 3 Lift the hood open and...

Page 261: ...r 2 Motor Electronics M E coolant reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Low Voltage underhood battery 7 Engine air filter assembly 8 Engine oil dipstick...

Page 262: ...weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection F...

Page 263: ...wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To prolong the life of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sh...

Page 264: ...d to raise the level within the normal operating range 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...

Page 265: ...il Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fu...

Page 266: ...battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible ho...

Page 267: ...f acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling If the battery is disconnected the Regenerati...

Page 268: ...ge battery storage Your vehicle must be started and run for a minimum of 10 minutes once a month in order to maintain the high voltage battery charge This will maintain the high voltage battery but it...

Page 269: ...34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the...

Page 270: ...ith a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and...

Page 271: ...could make it difficult to see through the windshield 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 Specification WSS M97B5...

Page 272: ...begin turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir a translucent plastic bottle Slowly turn cap cou...

Page 273: ...f automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in this section Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined...

Page 274: ...scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage...

Page 275: ...apor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medica...

Page 276: ...your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle this is against the law in some pl...

Page 277: ...if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure Remove fuel filler cap slowly Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you d...

Page 278: ...it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technician It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel...

Page 279: ...dicates empty there is still a small reserve of fuel in the fuel system When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertis...

Page 280: ...me actions that improve fuel economy in a conventional vehicle will also improve fuel economy in this vehicle Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of vari...

Page 281: ...Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window stick...

Page 282: ...charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust...

Page 283: ...vice is required If the Check engine Service engine soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localit...

Page 284: ...ressure from being applied To enter the Pad Service Mode perform the following with the vehicle stationary 1 Place the vehicle in Park and turn ignition to the ON position 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Tu...

Page 285: ...armed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off f...

Page 286: ...f this is the first check of the transmission fluid it may be necessary to remove the perforated section of the splash shield as indicated on the splash shield 6 Be sure the engine has been stopped fo...

Page 287: ...removed by allowing the fluid to run out of the check port A serious overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleani...

Page 288: ...enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer...

Page 289: ...Re install the access panel into the trim panel MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 2 3L I4 engine Engine air filter element FA 1772 1 Rear A C high voltage battery cooling air filter element FP 51 Fue...

Page 290: ...Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 3 For spark plug replacement see your dealer or a qu...

Page 291: ...Canada 2 3L I4 engine 4 5 quarts 4 25L Fuel tank N A 2 3L I4 engine 15 gallons 56 8L Transmission fluid 1 Motorcraft MERCON red ATF eCVT automatic transaxle 5 3 quarts 5 0L 2 Power Transfer Unit Motor...

Page 292: ...ecification may cause internal transaxle damage 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Do NOT use MERCON CVT blue ATF This vehicle uses only MERCON red ATF 3 Add the coolant type originally eq...

Page 293: ...tor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A or WSS M6C62 A Halfshaft CV joints Motorcraft Constant Velocity Joint Grease XG 5 WSS M1C258 A1 Engine coolant and M E coolant1 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine...

Page 294: ...ny transmission fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause internal transaxle damage Do NOT use Motorcraft MERCON CVT blue ATF This vehicle uses only Motorcraft MERCON re...

Page 295: ...TAGE BATTERY DATA High Voltage Battery Battery chemistry Nickel Metal Hydride Nominal Voltage 330 Volts Capacity 6 Amp hours VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions 4 Door inches mm 1 Vehicle height Maximum hei...

Page 296: ...Maintenance and Specifications 296...

Page 297: ...y be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehi...

Page 298: ...Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission TRANSMISSION TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a tra...

Page 299: ...anted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford Acce...

Page 300: ...on CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle shou...

Page 301: ...sfaction Protecting your investment Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability durability and resale value To ensure the proper performance of your vehicl...

Page 302: ...hnicians Ford and Lincoln Mercury service technicians participate in extensive factory sponsored training to help them become the experts on the operation of your vehicle Many participate in Ford spon...

Page 303: ...rcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant whichever comes first After initial change change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km Check every month Check function of...

Page 304: ...vehicles and service pick at the Web site Retightening lug nuts Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel...

Page 305: ...ON RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE 20 000 miles 32 000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect brake pads shoes rotors drums brake line...

Page 306: ...s shoes rotors drums brake lines and hoses and parking brake Inspect engine and motor electrical cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage suspension and if equipped half shafts driveshaft and...

Page 307: ...00 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect high voltage battery A C filter replace if necessary DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DA...

Page 308: ...gine and motor electrical cooling system and hoses Inspect steering linkage suspension and if equipped half shafts driveshaft and ball joints Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Replace high volta...

Page 309: ...000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect high voltage battery A C filter replace if necessary DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE D...

Page 310: ...not replaced in the last 100 000 miles Inspect PCV valve for flow and replace if required Replace rear axle lubricant 4WD vehicles only DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE 3 000 miles 5 000 km...

Page 311: ...ne oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect high voltage battery A C filter replace if necessary Multipoint inspection DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEA...

Page 312: ...arking brake Inspect engine and motor electrical cooling system and hoses Lubricate hinges latches and locks Lubricate weatherstrips Inspect steering linkage suspension and if equipped drive shaft and...

Page 313: ...RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE 84 000 miles 135 000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect high voltage battery A C filter replace if necessary M...

Page 314: ...parking brake Inspect engine and motor electrical cooling system and hoses Lubricate hinges latches and locks Lubricate weatherstrips Inspect steering linkage suspension and if equipped drive shaft an...

Page 315: ...tage battery A C filter replace if necessary Multipoint inspection DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE 150 000 miles 240 000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear a...

Page 316: ...parking brake Inspect engine and motor electrical cooling system and hoses Lubricate hinges latches and locks Lubricate weatherstrips Inspect steering linkage suspension and if equipped drive shaft an...

Page 317: ...dule Every 5 000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect high voltage battery A C filter Inspect engine air filter Perform multipoint inspection Every 60 000 km Replace fuel filter Every 1...

Page 318: ...gine operation whichever comes first Change engine oil and replace filter Every 60 000 miles Replace spark plugs As required Replace cabin air filter if equipped Operating in dusty conditions such as...

Page 319: ...E DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDA...

Page 320: ...E DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION RO P A CODE DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDA...

Page 321: ...miles to the current miles 50 000 Next change due at this mileage Or Today s date goes here Add 3 years 00 00 03 Date of next change whichever comes first Dealer Stamp P A CODE R O Current mileage go...

Page 322: ...295 Auxiliary power point 87 Axle lubricant specifications 293 295 refill capacities 291 B Battery 266 acid treating emergencies 266 jumping a disabled battery 233 238 maintenance free 266 replacement...

Page 323: ...ettlement Board 246 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 248 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 76 Defrost rear window 73 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 285 engine oil 263 Doors lubricant...

Page 324: ...tive fuels 274 Fuses 215 216 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 276 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 279 Gauges 18 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 188 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating calculating 188 H Haza...

Page 325: ...M Manual transmission fluid capacities 291 lubricant specifications 295 Message center 95 english metric button 98 system check button 97 warning messages 98 Mirrors fold away 90 heated 91 side view...

Page 326: ...tenance Information 301 Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 304 Special Operating Conditions 318 What Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow 303 Seat belts see Safety restraints 127 Seats 120 child s...

Page 327: ...cities 291 lubricant specifications 293 295 Turn signal 78 V Vehicle dimensions 295 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 297 Vehicle loading 181 Ventilating your vehicle 196 W Warning lights see Lights 1...

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