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Seating and Safety Restraints

117

Seating

117

Personal Safety System™

129

Safety belt system

133

Airbags

143

Child restraints

159

Tires, Wheels and Loading

177

Tire information

179

Tire inflation

182

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

194

Vehicle loading

199

Trailer towing

206

Recreational towing

210

Driving

211

Starting

211

Brakes

216

AdvanceTrac

威

219

Transmission operation

227

Reverse sensing system

229

Rear-view camera system

231

Roadside Emergencies

246

Getting roadside assistance

246

Hazard flasher control

247

Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches

248

Fuses and relays

249

Changing tires

258

Wheel lug nut torque

268

Jump starting

270

Wrecker towing

273

Customer Assistance

275

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

282

Reporting safety defects (Canada only)

282

Table of Contents

2012 Escape Hybrid

(ehv)

Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA

(fus)

Summary of Contents for 2012 Escape Hybrid

Page 1: ... 53 SYNC威 53 Climate Controls 54 Dual automatic temperature control 54 Rear window defroster 58 Lights 59 Headlamps 59 Turn signal control 63 Bulb replacement 65 Driver Controls 71 Windshield wiper washer control 71 Steering wheel adjustment 72 Power windows 78 Mirrors 79 Speed control 81 Moon roof 84 Locks and Security 97 Keys 97 Locks 103 Anti theft system 113 Table of Contents 1 2012 Escape Hyb...

Page 2: ...211 Brakes 216 AdvanceTrac威 219 Transmission operation 227 Reverse sensing system 229 Rear view camera system 231 Roadside Emergencies 246 Getting roadside assistance 246 Hazard flasher control 247 Fuel pump High voltage shut off switches 248 Fuses and relays 249 Changing tires 258 Wheel lug nut torque 268 Jump starting 270 Wrecker towing 273 Customer Assistance 275 Reporting safety defects U S on...

Page 3: ...cheduled Maintenance 336 Normal scheduled maintenance and log 342 Index 353 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring ...

Page 4: ...lar vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump and high voltage battery shut off switches In the event of an accident the fuel pump shut off switch may automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine and the high v...

Page 5: ... environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal 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 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to c...

Page 6: ...on without compromise to provide breakthrough performance and efficiency It requires no special fuels and never has to be plugged in Familiarizing yourself with these unique characteristics will help ensure optimal performance from your new vehicle Normal vehicle operation Starting Turn the ignition key to the start position while your vehicle is in P Park A green vehicle symbol called the Ready I...

Page 7: ...controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle eCVT you will not feel shift changes like those of a non hybrid vehicle Your hybrid s transmission is designed to do its work seamlessly Since engine speed is controlled by the transmission it may seem elevated at times This is normal hybrid operation and helps deliver fuel efficiency and performance Neutral It is not recommended to idle the vehicle in N ...

Page 8: ...ne speed During heavy accelerations your hybrid may reach high engine speeds up to 6000 RPM This is characteristic of the Atkinson cycle engine technology helping to maximize your hybrid s fuel economy In prolonged mountainous driving you may see the engine tachometer changing without your input This is intentional and maintains the battery charge level You may also notice during extended downhill...

Page 9: ...s particularly important since it allows you to maximize the energy captured by the regenerative braking system NOTE Having your engine running is not always an indication of inefficiency in some cases it is actually more efficient than driving in electric mode Additional Tips Do not carry extra loads Be mindful of adding external accessories that may increase aerodynamic drag Observe posted speed...

Page 10: ...The vehicle s computer will determine if an engine start is necessary for cabin heating or windshield defrost The engine will also be started when ambient temperatures are low After I start my car in the morning why does it take a long time before the engine shuts down There are several reasons the engine stays on for an extended amount of time when it is first started One common reason is to ensu...

Page 11: ... engine and transmission are designed to deliver the power you need at the most efficient engine speed This may be higher than expected during heavy accelerations and may fluctuate during steady state driving These are characteristics of the Atkinson engine cycle and the eCVT transaxle technology that help maximize your hybrid s fuel economy What does it mean when my power assist gauge moves to th...

Page 12: ...al state of charge What is the engine oil change service interval The engine oil should be changed every 10 000 miles 16 000 km under normal operating conditions See the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter Can I put E10 or E85 in my vehicle and how will it affect my fuel economy Your hybrid vehicle can use E10 10 ethanol 90 gasoline fuel but you may notice slightly reduced fuel economy because eth...

Page 13: ...afety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag No...

Page 14: ... if equipped if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC威 supplement for more information Event Data Recording This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder EDR ...

Page 15: ...ormation without obtaining consent unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada Note Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features pl...

Page 16: ... the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using 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 equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes ...

Page 17: ...t complements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required inf...

Page 18: ...er Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 18 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 19: ...t 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 Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning Introduction 19 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 20: ... I M testing Normally the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination a...

Page 21: ...tely by your authorized dealer WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury Anti lock brake system If ...

Page 22: ...e refer to Jump starting low voltage underhood battery only in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Ready indicator light Illuminates once the vehicle has successfully started Indicates the vehicle is ready to drive even when you don t hear the engine running Charging system Illuminates when the 12 volt battery is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunct...

Page 23: ...anceTrac威 Flashes momentarily when the AdvanceTrac威 traction control is active If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately refer to the Driving chapter for more information AdvanceTrac威 off Illuminates solid when the traction control has been disabled by the driver Flashes for 3 seconds and turns solid when trailer sway is disabled by driver Refer to the Driving chapter for more i...

Page 24: ...inates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or par...

Page 25: ...engine may be off when the vehicle is stopped yet the key is on and the engine can turn on at any time Message center activation chime Sounds when a warning message except PARK BRAKE ENGAGED while parked appears in the message center display for the first time GAUGES Shown in standard measure Metric similar Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Instrument Cluster 25 2012 Escape Hybrid eh...

Page 26: ...ne speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale 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 vehicle is running on pure electrical power Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ...

Page 27: ...ation refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter MILES km TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty Press RESE...

Page 28: ... for future reference It is important to press the RESET button press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter MPG L km This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from poor...

Page 29: ... 5 DTE FUEL LEVEL 6 MYKEY DISTANCE if a MyKey威 is programmed 7 MYKEY S PROGRAMMED 8 ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED 9 PARK AID if equipped Note Some systems show a message only if a condition is present OIL LIFE This displays the remaining oil life An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS To rese...

Page 30: ...en the driver s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off PARK AID if equipped This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper and functions only when R Reverse gear is selected Press RESET to turn it off or on CREATE MYKEY MYKEY SETUP CLEAR MYKEY For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Loc...

Page 31: ...ing or being reset if a problem or condition is still present and needs your attention Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message DRIVER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the driver s door is not completely closed PASSENGER DOOR AJAR Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed REAR LE...

Page 32: ... Momentarily displayed once the vehicle has successfully started Indicates the vehicle is ready to drive even when you don t hear the gasoline engine running PARK BRAKE ENGAGED Displayed when the manual park brake is set the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph 5 km h If the warning stays on after the park brake is released contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible ...

Page 33: ...fer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph 130 km h Refer t...

Page 34: ... preset limit allowed by the active park assist system Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information CANCELLED BY DRIVER INPUT if equipped Displayed when the autopark feature has been canceled due to driver inputs Refer to Active Park in the Driving chapter for more information CANCELLED BY ADV TRAC EVENT if equipped Displayed when the active park feature has been cancele...

Page 35: ...assist in the Driving chapter for more information ACTIVE PARK FINISHED if equipped May display when using the active park assist system See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information REMOVE HANDS PUT IN REVERSE if equipped May display when using the active park assist system See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information ACTIVE PARK NOT AVAILABLE if equippe...

Page 36: ...ble state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened Setting the clock To set the time press CLOCK The display will read SET TIME Use the memory ...

Page 37: ...ired radio frequency i e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK TRACK Press SEEK TRACK to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations MEMORY PRESETS 0 9 When tuned to any station press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET SAVED appears in the display You can save up to 30 stations 10 in AM 10 in FM1 and FM2 Sa...

Page 38: ...FF When RDS is OFF you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type CAT FOLD Category Folder This feature allows you to select from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RBDS ON OFF appears in the display Use to turn RDS to ON Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display Press to scroll...

Page 39: ...ACK Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons 0 9 The system will then begin playing that track In MP3 folder mode Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons 0 9 of the desired folder The system will advance to that specific folder TEXT In MP3 mode only Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album AL Folder FL Song SO and Artist AR in the display if available In TEXT MODE Sometimes the...

Page 40: ...the next previous available SIRIUS威 satellite station DIRECT Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel i e 002 using the memory preset buttons 0 9 If you only enter one digit press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel If you enter three digits the system will automatically go to that channel if available You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT If an invalid station number is ...

Page 41: ...cted satellite radio category on or off The category icon CAT will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL If no category has ever been selected NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display Note Separate categories can be set for SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio catego...

Page 42: ...the display that you would like to delete press OK The song will appear in the display for confirmation Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED If you do not want to delete the currently listed song press to select either RETURN or CANCEL Note If there are no songs presently saved the display will read NO SONGS c DELETE ALL SONGS Press OK to delete all song s from the system s memory...

Page 43: ...HANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN Enter your four digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and the display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED d RESET PIN Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed The display will read ARE YOU SURE Press OK again to automatically reset the PIN number to its initial password setting 1234 PIN RESET TO DEFAULT PIN will be displayed e RETURN Press OK...

Page 44: ...on and further information on auxiliary audio mode refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威 refer to the SYNC威 information included with your vehicle for further information TUNE OK Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK Refer to the SYNC威 information included wit...

Page 45: ...hicle audio system This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity To achieve optimal performance please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system refer to Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navig...

Page 46: ...ume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality Many portable music players have different output levels so not all players should be set at the same levels Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume 3 If the music sounds distorted at lower...

Page 47: ...onic devices while driving Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located on the instrument panel This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices memory sticks and also to charge devices if they support this feature For further information on this feature refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC威 supplement or Navigation System supplement GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radi...

Page 48: ...k station frequency is displayed CD CD player care Do Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner Wipe discs from the center out Don t Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audi...

Page 49: ...re two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc noted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to a maximum of T255 Note The maximum number of playable...

Page 50: ...ic news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels visit www sirius com in the United States www siriuscanada ca in Canada or call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Satellite radio reception factors To receive the satellite signal your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the ...

Page 51: ...US威 satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription terms the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features please contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 Note SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change rearrange add or delete programming including canceling moving or adding ...

Page 52: ...ailable channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets you may choose another channel for that preset button UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this channel Contact SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel NO TEXT Artist information not available Artist information not available at this time on this cha...

Page 53: ...uired The process may take up to three minutes CALL SIRIUS威 1 888 539 7474 Satellite service has been deactivated by SIRIUS威 Satellite Radio Call SIRIUS威 at 1 888 539 7474 to re activate or resolve subscription issues NAVIGATION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle m...

Page 54: ...play 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 through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging Press this button again ...

Page 55: ...front passenger seat the climate control system may default to single zone operation to improve fuel economy This smart zone feature will turn off the passenger temperature display and the temperature control will be based on the driver s temperature setting If dual zone operation is desired without a front passenger present press PASS TEMP or adjust the passenger temperature normally The system w...

Page 56: ...imum cooling performance however may decrease fuel efficiency in order to fully maintain interior cabin comfort 13 A C Press to activate deactivate air conditioning Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency Engages automatically in AUTO defrost and floor defrost 14 Driver heated seat control if equipped Press to activate deactivate the driver heated seat See Heated se...

Page 57: ...ooling performance Automatic operation 1 Press AUTO for full automatic operation 2 Do not override A C or recirculated air 3 Set the temperature to 60 F 16 C Manual operation 1 Select 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 ...

Page 58: ...nition is turned off or to the accessory position the rear window defroster will not function To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time press R again If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors the same button will activate both Refer to Heated outside mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the ins...

Page 59: ...amps on rotate the control counterclockwise To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to the off position Note If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature If the windshield wipers are turned on for a brief period of time the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position Autolamp delay system if equ...

Page 60: ...he headlamp control also operates the fog lamps The fog lamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the or positions and the high beams are not turned on Pull the headlamp control towards you to turn the fog lamps on The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever toward you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull to...

Page 61: ... may result in a collision PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps Rotate to full down position past detent to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened Note If the ba...

Page 62: ...from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark an 8 foot 2 4 meter horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 mm circle on the headlamp lens 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood Cover the left hand headlamp with an opaque cloth 4 On the wal...

Page 63: ...TABLE TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats To manually turn on the dome lamp rotate the panel dimmer control located on the instrument panel to the full upright position past the detent To turn off the dome lamp r...

Page 64: ...map lamp to illuminate the lamps Press the button again to turn off the lamps Note The dome lamp and map lamps are preset to illuminate when a door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after the door is closed Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON OFF DOOR control will light when the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position the control is in the DOOR position...

Page 65: ...e on position BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure Condensation can be a natural by product of this design When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold When normal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of ...

Page 66: ...l provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps high and low beams 2 H13 Park turn lamps front 2 3457A amber Side marker front 2 194 Rear stop tail sidemarker 2 3157K 4157K Backup lamp 2 921 Fog lamp front 2 PS24WFF Center High mount stop lamp 5 W5WL Rear license plate lamp 2 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument ...

Page 67: ... the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 6 Connect the electrical connector on the new bulb 7 Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned turn the new bulb clockwise to install Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in...

Page 68: ... bulb 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly screws 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicle by pulling the assembly straight out to expose the bulb socket 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Pull bulb straight out of socket a...

Page 69: ...sembly 4 Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 5 Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise 6 To install carefully press the lamp assembly into liftgate Replacing high mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly 1 Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate 2 Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing ...

Page 70: ...ake sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position 2 From underneath the vehicle carefully disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb 3 Remove the bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling out on the bulb while squeezing on the upper and lower snap clips at the same time Install the new bulb in reverse order Lights 70 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 71: ... operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield always use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure the wiper bl...

Page 72: ...asher control to either position From either position the control will automatically return to the 2 or O off position 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 you find the desired location 3 Push the steering column tilt lever up This will lock the steering wheel in position WARNING Never adjust the stee...

Page 73: ...ects placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass...

Page 74: ... until the correct zone appears in the center stack display 6 The direction will display after the RESET control is released The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors...

Page 75: ...equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Cupholders 2 Utility compartment console lid has a CD holder a business card holder and two pen holders The utility compartment has a removable bin with coin holder slots a sliding tray a cell phone holder and CD holders 3 Rear power point 4 Rear cupholders 5 Small storage trays and if equipped an ambient light control switch WARNING Use ...

Page 76: ... and blow the fuse Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations On the instrument panel On the rear side of the center console Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped Note Do not plug optiona...

Page 77: ...equire up to 150W Exceeding the 150W limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection Note The 110V AC power point is equipped with a safety cap and a safety twist tab They both provide protection from inserting any object into the power point other than the 110V AC electrical device plug The safety cap should always be in a closed position whenever ...

Page 78: ...ight code below for the power point status Indicator light Code Green light is on Power point is ready to supply power Green light is off Power point power supply is off Ignition is not on Green light is blinking Power point is in fault mode POWER WINDOWS WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves...

Page 79: ...interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror The interior rear view mirror has an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal high reflective state to the non glare dar...

Page 80: ...Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to loc...

Page 81: ... you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Using speed control The speed controls are located on the steering wheel The following buttons work with speed control OFF Press to turn speed control off ON Press to turn speed control on SET Press to set a speed or...

Page 82: ...riefly increase this is normal Resuming a set speed Press and release RES This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed Increasing speed while using speed control To set a higher speed Press and hold SET until you get to the desired speed then release You can also use SET to operate the tap up function Press and release SET to increase the set speed in 1 mph 1 6 km h incre...

Page 83: ... next radio station preset CD track or satellite radio channel if equipped depending on which media mode you are in MEDIA Press repeatedly to scroll through available audio modes Navigation system hands free control features if equipped Press and hold control briefly until the voice icon appears on the navigation display to use the voice command feature Press to complete a voice command For furthe...

Page 84: ...control features if equipped Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call Press and hold to exit phone mode or end a call 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 p...

Page 85: ...ay being active during bounce back the moon roof will move until the bounce back position is reached Bounce back override To override bounce back press and hold the front portion of the control For example Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the moon roof or seals If during a bounce back condition the control is released to the neutral position then held in the one touch p...

Page 86: ...fter being programmed for garage doors the Car2U威 system transmitter can be programmed to operate security devices and home lighting systems WARNING Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and r...

Page 87: ...evice Note Programming the Car2U威 system to a community gate will require a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1 866 572 2728 to program your Car2U威 system Note Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously programmed buttons This can happen by pressing and releasing the outer two buttons or all three buttons simultaneousl...

Page 88: ...Car2U 1 866 572 2728 3 Return to your vehicle Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves When the button is released the indicator light will begin to blink r...

Page 89: ...rasing the Car2U威 Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all of the devices being used Fixed code programming Note Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter 1 To program units with fixed code DIP switches you will need the garage door hand held transmitter paper and a pen or ...

Page 90: ... once the garage door moves During this time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly Do not release the button until you see the garage door move Most garage doors open quickly You may need to hold the button from 5 55 seconds before observing movement of the garage door 6 The indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete If your garage door opener does no...

Page 91: ...e the buttons 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release your fingers from the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U威 system it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons FCC and RSS 210 Industry Canada Compliance The Car2U威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Opera...

Page 92: ...control the vehicle Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already installed floor mats Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering Additional floor mats or any other covering will reduce the pedal clearance and potentially interfere with pedal operation Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis Always proper...

Page 93: ... and the liftgate is also opened both liftgate and window could be damaged against a low ceiling Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate window open while driving Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle WARNING Make sure that the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn int...

Page 94: ...ay obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision ROOF RACK SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Loads should never be placed directly on the roof panel For proper function of the roof rack system loads must be placed directly on crossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails Your vehicle may be equipped with factory installed crossbars Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars ...

Page 95: ...heavily loaded vehicle To adjust the cross bar if equipped position 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross bar to the desired location 3 Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar To remove the cross bar assembly if equipped from the roof rack side rails 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars a...

Page 96: ...ition the forward cross bar rearward of the center of the roof rail system by 2 5 in 63 5 mm and space the second cross bar 2 5 in 63 5 mm from the forward cross bar To reinstall the cross bar assembly if equipped to the roof rack side rails 1 Ensure that both cross bar assemblies are installed with the F front arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle 2 Use a long flat object to press the ton...

Page 97: ...hrough your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system section later in this chapter Note Your vehicle s IKTs were issued ...

Page 98: ... distance to empty value reaches 75 miles 120 km The reverse sensing system cannot be turned off Optional settings these settings can be changed Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph 130 km h Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached 80 mph 130 km h Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected vehicle speed of 45 55 or 65 mph 75 90 or...

Page 99: ... ignition on using an admin key To program the optional settings use the message center buttons to do the following 1 Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed 2 Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey威 setup menus The first menu shown is MYKEY MAX MPH 80 MPH OFF 3 If you don t want to change the maximum speed setting press the SETUP button to display the next menu The re...

Page 100: ...ter in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威 system warnings displays Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems MyKey威 is not compatible with non Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system When using a Ford approved remote start system the default settings will recognize th...

Page 101: ... Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key there always has to be at least one admin key SecuriLock威 Passive Anti Theft System is disabled or in unlimited mode Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey威 Refer to Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section Cannot program the MyKey威 optional settings Key in the ignition is a MyKey威 No MyKeys威 are p...

Page 102: ...ecognized as an admin key Refer to the Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys MyKey威 programmed total includes one additional key Unknown key has been programmed to the vehicle as a MyKey威 Vehicle is equipped with a remote start system Refer to Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section Admin keys programmed total includes one additional key Unknown k...

Page 103: ...ting the vehicle in motion and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h The autolock feature repeats when any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph 15 km h or lower and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h Deactivating activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled There are fou...

Page 104: ...n the ignition from the on to the off position 5 Press the power door unlock control three times 6 Turn the ignition back to the on position The horn will chirp 7 Press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 8 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to...

Page 105: ...cally locked before the driver door is opened Deactivating activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated There are four methods to enable disable this feature Through your authorized dealer or by using the power door unlock lock sequence Performing the keyless entry keypad procedure if equipped or Performing the message center procedure Note The autounlock feature ...

Page 106: ...e 1 Turn the ignition to the off position 2 Close all doors 3 Enter factory set 5 digit entry code 4 Press and hold the 3 4 While holding the 3 4 press and release the 7 8 While still holding the 3 4 press and release the 7 8 a second time 5 Release the 3 4 The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been en...

Page 107: ...ks REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved...

Page 108: ...step door unlocking 1 Press and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps will illuminate if the lamp is in the DOOR position 2 Press and release again within three seconds to unlock the passenger doors the liftgate and liftgate glass The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition is turned to the off position One step door unlocking If t...

Page 109: ... Note The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once If any of the doors or the hood are not properly closed the horn will chirp twice and parking lamps will not flash when the control is pressed Opening the liftgate glass if equipped Press twice within three seconds to open the liftgate glass Car finder Press twice within three seconds The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash It ...

Page 110: ...vity 4 Snap the battery cover back onto the key Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters IKTs If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional IKTs you can eith...

Page 111: ...fter 25 seconds The dome and cargo lamp controls must not be set to the off position for the illuminated exit system to operate SECURICODE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key activate or deactivate the Autolock and Autounlock feature if equipped release the liftgate glass The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5 digit e...

Page 112: ...ing Tips Do not use five numbers in sequential order The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set 5 digit code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad and release 3 Press and hold the 1 2 for two seconds This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2 Your personal code is now erased and only the facto...

Page 113: ...ased from your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired The authorized dealer can program your spare IKTs to your vehicle or you can program the IKTs yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system is...

Page 114: ... start try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful contact your authorized dealership for key replacement If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily the vehicle will not start contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for service Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position The theft indicator will flash...

Page 115: ... in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard SecuriLock威 coded keys to your vehicle This procedure will program both the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry transmitter portion of the IKT to your vehicle No...

Page 116: ...mmed coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position Keep the ignition in the 3 on position for at least six seconds 9 Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and will operate the remote entry system if the new...

Page 117: ...may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of ...

Page 118: ...aint by pulling up on the head restraint 3 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust release button and pushing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restra...

Page 119: ...int until it reaches the highest adjustment position 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust release button and the unlock remove button then pull up on the head restraint To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Seating and Safety Restraints 119 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owne...

Page 120: ...mely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up position WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Adjusting the front manual seat if equipped Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 120 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 121: ...ision or sudden stop WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cus...

Page 122: ...per airbag status Refer to Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section for additional details Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the rear portion ...

Page 123: ...nal injury Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats Press the button located on the instrument panel to activate Press again to deactivate The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position REAR SEATS Second row adjustable ...

Page 124: ... the head restraint 3 Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust remove button and pushing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head For occupants of extremely tall stature adjust the head restraint to its full up pos...

Page 125: ...1 Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position 2 Press and hold the adjust remove button then pull up on the head restraint To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Seating and Safety Restraints 125 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA...

Page 126: ... injury in the event of a crash head restraints must be installed properly Folding down second row seats 1 Remove the second row head restraint See Second row adjustable head restraints in this chapter Note Place the head restraint underneath the back of the front seat for storage 2 Pull the seat release strap Note Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat 3 Flip seat for...

Page 127: ...g path 4 To release seatback pull the seatback release lever on top of seat toward the front seat This is common for both 60 and 40 seatbacks Note When the seatback release lever is pulled slowly lower seatback to the flat position 5 Rotate seatback down into load floor position Seating and Safety Restraints 127 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 128: ...h the seatback as the seatback is rotated down WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position reinstall the head restraints and pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or c...

Page 129: ...e to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front safety belts with pretensioners energy management retractors and safety belt usage se...

Page 130: ...or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and in side collisions and rollovers Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy A lower less forceful energy level is provided for more common moderate se...

Page 131: ...t passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag The system is designed to help protect small child size occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child seating or restraint usage recommendations Even with this technology parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain c...

Page 132: ...ter or a back up tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required The restraints control module RCM monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle ...

Page 133: ...y injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assemb...

Page 134: ...hould wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue 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 press the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Seating and Safety R...

Page 135: ...educe the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision The front and rear outboard safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user s chest Safety belt locking modes All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The driver safety belt has the ...

Page 136: ...ren later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the c...

Page 137: ...usters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisio...

Page 138: ...ross the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 minute and the warning chim...

Page 139: ...assenger If the Belt Minder威 warnings have expired warnings for approximately five minutes for one occupant driver or front passenger the other occupant can still activate the Belt Minder威 feature Note If you are using MyKey威 the Belt Minder威 warning will not expire Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and security chapter If Then The driver s and front passenger s safety belts are buckled before the igni...

Page 140: ...ashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime I m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles 40 km of home Belts are uncomfortable Your Ford safety belts are designed to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper ...

Page 141: ...afety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH WARNING Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt Minder威 chime To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle s air bag system Deactivating activating the Belt Minder姞 feature The driver and front passenger Belt Minder威 are deactivated activated independently When deac...

Page 142: ...er the safety belt warning light turns off 3 For the seating position being disabled buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate speed ending in the unbuckled state After Step 3 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 4 Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the Belt Minder威 fea...

Page 143: ...cluding the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest a...

Page 144: ...led by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING Modifications to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure tow hooks and B pillar surrounding parts may affect the performance of the ...

Page 145: ... 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 airbag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not su...

Page 146: ...t 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 which include the inflators and airbags seat mounted side airbags Refer to Seat mounted side airbag system later in this chapter Safety Canopy威 System Refer to Safety Canopy威 System later in this chapter one or more impact and s...

Page 147: ...ct the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat the system determines that an infant is present in ...

Page 148: ...then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat When the front passenger sensing sys...

Page 149: ...e chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a crash Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor The front passenger sensing system may det...

Page 150: ...k of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console if equipped Check the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag Status Failure to follow these instructions may ...

Page 151: ...fication to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the status of the system Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is ind...

Page 152: ...f accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident WARNING Do not lean your head on the door The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag SRS its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag See an authorized dealer WARNING All o...

Page 153: ...f 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 seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions...

Page 154: ...d chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will r...

Page 155: ...ARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Safety Canopy威 System its fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy威 Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy威 System is provided WARNING To reduce risk...

Page 156: ...rning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash 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 Canopy system in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a sign...

Page 157: ...means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate in certain side impact collisions or rollover events not in rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood WARNING Several Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after infl...

Page 158: ...r immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision SOS Post Crash Alert System The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain if equipped or Safety Canopy威 if equipped or the safety belt pretensioners The system...

Page 159: ...y organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the inte...

Page 160: ...eet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or greater than 80 lb 36 kg or 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces requ...

Page 161: ...ll children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position properly restrain the largest child in the front seat 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 c...

Page 162: ...perly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system F...

Page 163: ...or the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or co...

Page 164: ...on pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to help prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to step 5 below This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child ...

Page 165: ...asp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted Seating and Safety Restraints 165 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 166: ...sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 8 Remove remaining slack from the belt Force the seat down with extra weight e g by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining ...

Page 167: ...hor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating position LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle This type of attachment method eliminates the ne...

Page 168: ...lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety b...

Page 169: ...n unless the child seat manufacturer s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those of this vehicle Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor if applicable Tug the child seat from side to side and forward and back where it is secured to the vehicle The seat should move less than one inch ...

Page 170: ...or as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system you can attach the top tether strap If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle sea...

Page 171: ...ild safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 4 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford al...

Page 172: ...mproperly fitted vehicle safety belt could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across...

Page 173: ...al laws require that children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or 80 lb 36 kg Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion Can the child si...

Page 174: ...less booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat High back booster seats If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports y...

Page 175: ...t placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you s...

Page 176: ...afety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an a...

Page 177: ... crash you must Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers Drive at safe speeds for the conditions Keep tires properly inflated Never overload or improperly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants mus...

Page 178: ...nt wheel drive WARNING Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD vehicles Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUVs and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehi...

Page 179: ...m section width For example 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 pneumatic passenger car tires They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires light truck or LT type tires tires with nominal rim diamete...

Page 180: ...ng traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to 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 mater...

Page 181: ... 43 psi 2 9 bar for Metric tires Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air 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 bei...

Page 182: ... flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information fo...

Page 183: ...the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pressing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat thi...

Page 184: ...ect all your tires including the spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on the tire when t...

Page 185: ... and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall This begins with the letters DOT and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last f...

Page 186: ...e indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated re lubricate and try again When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi 1 38 bar greater than the maximum pressure on the tire sidewall the following precautions must be taken to protect the person mounting the tire 1 Make su...

Page 187: ...res spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe ...

Page 188: ...nd those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels The tires should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire and wheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance chapter will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance...

Page 189: ...information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for yo...

Page 190: ...n pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 81 mph 130 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law Letter rating Spe...

Page 191: ...tes the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 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 control...

Page 192: ...dewall for LT type tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below Note Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire 1 LT Indicates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and ...

Page 193: ...general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or 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 purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Locatio...

Page 194: ...is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined ...

Page 195: ...e valve stem The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the sensor It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Und...

Page 196: ...n concerning your tire pressure monitoring system Low tire pressure warning light Possible cause Customer action required Solid warning light Tire s under inflated 1 Make sure tires are at the proper pressure See Inflating your tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pilla...

Page 197: ...ire pressure monitoring system TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary overnight with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire pressure may decrease approximately ...

Page 198: ...teel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as cables may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle SAE class S cables should ONLY be used on the front axle for P235 70R16 tires Install cables securely verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Do not exceed 30 mp...

Page 199: ...imum payload for your vehicle can be found on 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 Tire Label Look for THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If a...

Page 200: ...nal equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload Tires Wheels and Loading 200 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 201: ...ing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or...

Page 202: ...le weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Tires Wheels and Loading 202 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 203: ...a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight th...

Page 204: ...00 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the av...

Page 205: ...the cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special ...

Page 206: ...ur vehicle s load limits Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer to Special operating conditions in your scheduled maintenance For load specification terms found on the label and instructions on calculating your vehicle s load refer to Vehicle loading with and without a traile...

Page 207: ... the wiring connector needed to activate electric trailer brakes Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle Contact your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance Hitches Do not use a hitch that clamps onto the vehicle s bumper use a load carrying hitch You must distribute t...

Page 208: ... cause damage to your vehicle s electrical system Contact your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps WARNING Never connect any trailer lamp wiring to the vehicle s tail lamp wiring this may damage the electrical system resulting in fire Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for assistance in proper trailer tow wir...

Page 209: ...grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Do not allow ...

Page 210: ... the transmission shift lever in N Neutral Place the ignition to the accessory position refer to Starting in the Driving chapter Your vehicle may be towed up to a speed of 75 mph 120 km h but you should always obey local speed limits You also have the option of trailering the vehicle with its front wheels on a dolly FWD only or trailering with all four wheels off the ground Do not tow your four wh...

Page 211: ...e information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the vehicle in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage 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 whi...

Page 212: ...tically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure vehicle accessories are off Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift lever is in P Park BRAKE RELEASE P Driving 212 2012 Escape Hybr...

Page 213: ...le symbol called the Ready Indicator Light will illuminate in the instrument cluster to indicate the vehicle is ready to drive This light will remain on while the vehicle is on whether the engine is running or not to indicate the vehicle is capable of movement using its electric motor engine or both The vehicle s computer will determine if an engine start is required at key on The engine will star...

Page 214: ...ons to avoid its dangerous effects Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 1 inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IF EQUIPPED WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury WARNIN...

Page 215: ...tions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block heater especially the cord is in good condition before use Make sure that when in operation the extension cord plug engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water ...

Page 216: ...ld be inspected by an authorized dealer Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light Under normal operating conditions brake dust may accumulate on the wheels Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to brake noise The use of modern friction materials with emphasis on improved performance and envi...

Page 217: ...pped applying steady and firm pressure to the brake pedal will both slow the vehicle and reduce engine power If you experience this condition apply the brakes and bring your vehicle to a safe stop Turn the engine off shift to P Park and apply the parking brake and then inspect the accelerator pedal for any interferences If none are found and the condition persists have your vehicle towed to the ne...

Page 218: ...been designed to interact with the anti lock brake system ABS Regenerative braking is disabled when the ABS is activated or the battery is fully charged Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To set the parking brake press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated when the ig...

Page 219: ...trol ESC which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides Roll Stability Control RSC威 which functions to help avoid a vehicle roll over WARNING Vehicle modifications involving braking system aftermarket roof racks suspension steering system tire construction and or wheel tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceTra...

Page 220: ... personal injury and death The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system automatically enables each time the engine is started All features of the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system TCS ESC and RSC威 are active and monitor the vehicle from start up However the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires it The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system includes a traction control off button on the instrument pa...

Page 221: ...cting and controlling wheel spin Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways which may work separately or in tandem engine traction control and brake traction control Engine traction control works to limit drive wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power Brake traction control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping Traction control is mos...

Page 222: ...to avoid an accident pedestrian or obstacle Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces Changing lanes on a snow rutted road Entering a snow free road from a snow covered side street or vice versa Entering a paved road from a gravel road or vice versa Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Roll Stability Control RS...

Page 223: ...tability control off button again will turn off the stability control OFF light In R Reverse ABS and the engine and brake traction control features will continue to function however ESC and RSC威 are disabled AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 Features Button functions Stability control light RSC威 ESC Traction control Stability control OFF Trailer sway Default at start up Illuminated during bulb check Enabled ...

Page 224: ... on towing a trailer with your vehicle During trailer sway control events the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily In some cases when trailer sway is detected the vehicle speed is too high and may be at or above a speed at which trailer sway will grow continuously This may cause the system to activate multiple times and you may experience a slight deceleration o...

Page 225: ...e road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles 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 ground clearance giving the vehicle...

Page 226: ... the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal pressed it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brake lamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside 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 ...

Page 227: ...SMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission eCVT P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear 1 Start the engine 2 Release the parking brake 3 Press the brake pedal 4 Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park 1 Com...

Page 228: ...RNING 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 Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running If you do not take these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone If your vehicle gets stuck ...

Page 229: ...ce at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation WARNING To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the RSS WARNING This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting larg...

Page 230: ...s away the radio will return to the previous value The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on A control in the message center allows the driver to disable the system refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information Note If the system cannot be turned off refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for mo...

Page 231: ...e are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away Objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zone to the yellow or red zones Use the side mirrors and rearview mirror to get better coverage on both sides and rear of the vehicle Image delay if displayed through the rearview mirror When shifting out of R Reverse and into any other gear the image ...

Page 232: ...l requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the rearview mirror and the side mirrors for maximum coverage WARNING Objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper might not be seen on the screen due to the limited coverage of the camera WARNING Backup as slow as possible since higher speeds might limit your reaction time to stop the vehicle WARNING Do not use the c...

Page 233: ...l conditions and is not intended to replace the driver s attention and judgment The driver is responsible for avoiding hazards and maintaining a safe distance and speed even when the APA is in use Conditions in which the systems may not work Something passes between the front bumper and the space such as a pedestrian or cyclist The edge of the neighboring parked vehicle is high from the ground suc...

Page 234: ... HANDS PUT IN REVERSE The driver should always come to a complete stop before changing gears Automatic steering into parking space Automatic steering is activated when you stop the vehicle remove your hands from the steering wheel and select R Reverse gear Be sure the steering wheel motion is not obstructed by any objects The vehicle will steer itself from this point on as you follow the instructi...

Page 235: ...UP SLOWLY USE CAUTION followed by a chime The system may offer subsequent backward and forward maneuvers before proceeding to the finish phase APA finished When active park assist has completed the automated steering the message center displays ACTIVE PARK FINISHED followed by a chime The driver is responsible to assess and correct as necessary the final parking position and put the vehicle in P P...

Page 236: ...used Troubleshooting Why isn t APA searching for a parking space You may have deactivated the AdvanceTrac威 system One of the doors except the driver s door may not be securely closed Why doesn t APA offer a particular parking space Something may be contacting the front bumper or side sensors Clear any material stuck to the sensors There may not be enough room to maneuver the vehicle into the space...

Page 237: ... your vehicle The tires may not be installed and maintained correctly For example one or more tires may not be inflated correctly may not be of the same size or may not be authorized for use on this vehicle The vehicle had a repair or alteration that is not authorized by the manufacturer One of the parked vehicles has a high altitude attachment i e salt sprayer snow plow moving truck high bed etc ...

Page 238: ...t lane is at a safe distance signal that you are going to change lanes Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear and carefully change lanes When the approaching vehicle is at a distance its image is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror As the vehicle approaches the image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror 1 As the vehicle approaches its image...

Page 239: ...er from some other vehicles Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steeri...

Page 240: ...s with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control...

Page 241: ...y stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed t...

Page 242: ...ick mud As when you are driving over sand apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels If the vehicle does slide steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water may damage the transmission If the front o...

Page 243: ...use the tires to slip spin or lose traction resulting in loss of vehicle control Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating Do not descend in neutral instead disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear When descending a steep hill avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control When you brake hard the ...

Page 244: ...ury or death If the rear end of the vehicle slides while cornering steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle Maintenance and modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide durable load carrying capability and predictable performance whether loaded or empty For this reason Ford Motor Company strongly recom...

Page 245: ...ter may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the ve...

Page 246: ... up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 0 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement locatio...

Page 247: ...cation card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In Canada the card is found in the Warranty Guide in the glove box Canadian Roadside coverage and benefits may differ from the U S coverage Please refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our website at www ford ca for information on Canadian services and benefits Canadian customers who need to obtain roadside information call 1 800 665 2006...

Page 248: ...t After an accident if the engine does not start one or both of the switches may have been activated The fuel pump shut off switch is located in the front passenger s footwell behind a flip up cover The high voltage shut off switch is located in the cargo area on the passenger side of the vehicle in the jack compartment behind the jack access door The switch is located behind the jack Roadside Eme...

Page 249: ...local fire department or a towing service FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses 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 caus...

Page 250: ...k 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black 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 fuse cover Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove Roadside Emergencies 250 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Gu...

Page 251: ... Passenger compartment fuse panel Keypad illumination 6 20A Turn signals Stop lamps 7 10A Low beam headlamps left 8 10A Low beam headlamps right 9 15A Interior lights 10 15A Backlighting 11 10A Four wheel drive 12 7 5A Power mirror switch 13 5A Not used spare 14 10A FCIM radio buttons Front display module GPS module Roadside Emergencies 251 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 252: ...tion switch 28 5A Radio 29 5A Instrument panel cluster 30 5A Not used spare 31 10A Restraints control module 32 10A Rear video camera module 33 10A Not used spare 34 5A Not used spare 35 10A Four wheel drive Electronic power assist steering EPAS 110V inverter module Park aid module Active park assist module 36 5A Passive anti theft system PATS transceiver 37 10A Not used spare 38 20A Subwoofer Amp...

Page 253: ...er distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the low voltage underhood battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the low...

Page 254: ...efroster 3 20A Rear power point 4 40A Electric vacuum pump 5 10A Powertrain control module PCM keep alive power PCM relay Transmission control module Canister vent 6 Not used 7 15A Liftgate latch 8 5A Traction battery control module 9 50A Brake control module 10 30A Front wipers 11 Not used 12 40A Blower motor 13 Not used Roadside Emergencies 254 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing US...

Page 255: ...rs 24 10A Transmission control module 25 5A TBCM 26 20A Fuel pump TBCM 27 10A PCM general powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp Heater pump relay Motor electronics coolant pump relay Electronic A C compressor 28 15A Universal exhaust gas oxygen UEGO sensor PCM emission related powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp 29 15A PCM power 30A Cooling fan 1 relay 30B Electric vacuum p...

Page 256: ...d 31C Heater pump relay 31D Coolant pump relay 31E Not used 31F Liftgate latch relay 32 Not used 33 PCM diode 34 Not used 35 10A Run start Reverse lamps Rear defrost relay 36 Not used Mini fuse Cartridge fuse Roadside Emergencies 256 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 257: ...upport bracket Fuse Relay location Fuse amp rating Description Relay Electric vacuum pump solid state 1 Not used 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 5A Vacuum pump monitor 5 Not used 6 Not used Mini fuses Cartridge fuse Roadside Emergencies 257 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 258: ... stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer WARNING Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for important information If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle ...

Page 259: ...ead 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 All wheel driving capability if applicable 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full size dissimilar spare tire wheel do not Exceed 70 mph 113 km h Use more than on...

Page 260: ...les with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Stopping and securing the vehicle 1 Park on a level surface set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park and turn engine off Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo ar...

Page 261: ...he 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 through the access hole in the rear bumper 2 Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack 3 Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel Roadside Emergencies ...

Page 262: ...h 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 the attached fastener strap 2 to tie the tether end to the winch actuator shaft if equipped Roadside Emergencies 262 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 263: ...ly opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the...

Page 264: ... until the wheel is raised off the ground Before placing the jack under the vehicle NOTE the jack locations Front View shown from rear of front tire Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt Roadside Emergencies 264 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 265: ... the jack according to the guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch 25 mm off the ground Be sure to place the jack away from the rear edge of the rocker to avoid damaging the rear tire spoiler pictured Roadside Emergencies 265 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 266: ... stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 6 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 7 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 proper lug nut torque specification Stowing t...

Page 267: ...e Stowing the flat spare tire Note Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether perform these steps first then proceed with the steps following 1 Place tire on end with valve stem facing rearward away from vehicle 2 Place tether into bolt holes in wheel and ...

Page 268: ...f the tire tilted down until the tire clears the bumper 6 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly seated under the vehicle Loosen and retighten if necessary Failure to properly stow the spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the spare tire Make sure that the tire does not contact the bumper 7 Repeat this tig...

Page 269: ...on or loose particles RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable fuel container see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or any type of aftermarket funnels into the Ea...

Page 270: ...s not have time to complete during the drive the engine will continue to operate for 3 5 seconds after you turn the ignition off to complete the relearning process This is a normal condition and will not re occur until the low voltage battery is disconnected again Refer to Low voltage underhood battery in the Maintenance and Specification chapter for more information 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to...

Page 271: ...ble to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Note Do not attach the negative cable to fuel lines engine rocker covers the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of ...

Page 272: ... is used to designate the assisting boosting battery 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has bee...

Page 273: ... 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 is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment it is 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 w...

Page 274: ...g trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the transmission in N Neutral Refer to Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shi...

Page 275: ...ll be made using Ford or Motorcraft威 parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 ...

Page 276: ...ailable when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification Number VIN Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and city where located The vehicle s current odometer reading In some states you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states In...

Page 277: ...ath or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer ...

Page 278: ...t where all findings of the BBB Auto Line dispute and decision are admissible in the court action Should you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision Ford is then bound by the decision and must comply with the decision within 30 days of receipt of your acceptance letter BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will ...

Page 279: ...ions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding on both you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all Canadian territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 or visit www camvap ca GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign ...

Page 280: ...ou are traveling or living in Puerto Rico contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you contact Ford International Business Development Inc Customer Relationship Center P O Box 11957 Caparra Heights Station San Juan Puerto Rico 00922 1957 Telephone 800 841 FORD 3673 FAX 313 390 0804 Email prcac ford com www ford com pr If your vehicle must be serviced while you are...

Page 281: ...G ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or m...

Page 282: ...ur dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANADA ONLY If you believe that your ve...

Page 283: ...eposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft威 Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible ...

Page 284: ...avy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge Rinse thoroughly 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 Industrial strength heavy duty cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and d...

Page 285: ... or rinse the engine while it is hot or running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer For routine cleaning use Motorcraft威 Deta...

Page 286: ... car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades...

Page 287: ...r more thorough cleaning use a mild soap and water solution If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by this method the area may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive interiors 3 If necessary apply more soap and water solution or cleaning product to a clean white cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area allow this to set at room temperature...

Page 288: ...ossible For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed ...

Page 289: ...al Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft威 Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft威 Dusting Cloth ZC 24 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser U S only ZC 20 Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo Canada only CXC 66 A Motorcraft威 Multi Purpose Cleaner Canada only CXC 101 Motorcraft威 Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft威 Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid Canada only CXC 37 A B D or F Motorcraft威 Premium Windsh...

Page 290: ...s 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 other burning material such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts High voltage information WARNING Exposure to high voltage may result in severe personal injury or death High voltage components must be servi...

Page 291: ...ear cargo area that consist of high voltage components and or wiring 1 High voltage connector shield 2 Service disconnect 3 High voltage battery case 1 2 3 Maintenance and Specifications 291 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 292: ...ur engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle 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 ...

Page 293: ...coolant reservoir 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Power distribution box 6 Low voltage underhood battery 7 Engine air filter assembly 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 293 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 294: ...ethanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase th...

Page 295: ...r for optimum performance Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield Refer to Windows and 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 sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element Mai...

Page 296: ...lade joint 3 Grip tightly and press on the arm blade joint from beneath and separate the blade from the arm 4 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard If you find this procedure too difficult please see your dealer ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1...

Page 297: ...Oil levels above the upper hole line may cause engine damage If the engine is overfilled some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine...

Page 298: ...warranty use Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C945 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in this section for more information Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine ...

Page 299: ...ree operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to th...

Page 300: ...by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the vehicle Step on the accelerator to start the engine 3 Run the v...

Page 301: ...his will maintain the high voltage battery but it is not enough to maintain the low voltage underhood battery and additional low voltage underhood battery charging may be required after 60 days If your vehicle is to be stored for 30 days or longer the low voltage underhood battery negative terminal must be disconnected Failure to do this could damage your vehicle s batteries ENGINE COOLANT AND MOT...

Page 302: ...l 300 ROB75240E available from your dealer Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentration The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section When the engine is cold check the le...

Page 303: ...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 water provides the following Improved freeze protection Improved boiling protection Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion Enables calibrated gauges to work properly Common instructions for cooling systems...

Page 304: ...e windshield washer fluid container If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle Make sure the correct coolant is used Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine s cooling system The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warran...

Page 305: ...slightly Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps 1 Before you 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 counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure relea...

Page 306: ...rds for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined previously in the Adding engine coolant section Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates It may be necessary to increase...

Page 307: ...ling system and engine protection FUEL FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel s...

Page 308: ...be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin...

Page 309: ...rounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Easy Fuel姞 no cap fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel filler syst...

Page 310: ...he check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message may not reset immediately It may take several driving cycles for the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message to turn off A driving cycle consists of an engine start up after four or more hours with the engine off followed by city highway driving Continuing to drive with the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL F...

Page 311: ...ry to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the World Wide Fuel Chart...

Page 312: ...ion on the service engine soon indicator refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter Refilling with a portable fuel container With the Easy Fuel威 no cap fuel system use the following directions when filling from a portable fuel container WARNING Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel威 system This could damage the fuel...

Page 313: ...t work with the Easy Fuel威 system and can damage it The included funnel has been specially designed to work safely with your vehicle ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fill ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT a...

Page 314: ... Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in miles or kilometers 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of t...

Page 315: ...en the engine is off which reduces fuel economy Using Auto mode minimizing use of defrost and Max A C and choosing a higher temperature setting when cooling can help reduce energy usage See the Climate Control chapter for more information Minimize temperature extremes when the vehicle is parked for example by storing in a garage to avoid extreme cold in winter and extreme sun loads in summer The h...

Page 316: ...sion control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the lif...

Page 317: ... near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the on board diagnostics system OBD II The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicl...

Page 318: ...s on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some of the emission control systems have not been properly checked In this case the vehicle is considered not ready for I M testing If the service engine soon indicator is on or the bulb does not work the vehicle may need to be serviced Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in this chapter If the vehicle s ...

Page 319: ...f the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking electronically controlled continuously variable transmission eCVT The eCVT does not have an underhood transmission fluid dipstick Your transmission does not consume fluid It is designed to be filled for life However the fluid level ...

Page 320: ...the air filter housing 3 Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing 4 Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properl...

Page 321: ... front fenders See the Cleaning chapter for more information Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations Touch up raw or primed metal to prevent rust Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration Re wax as necessary when the vehicle is washed See the Cleaning chapter for more information Lubricate all hood door and trunk lid hinges and lat...

Page 322: ...ere are no cooling system leaks and fluid is at the recommended level Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean If storing your vehicle for more than 30 days without recharging the battery it may be advisable to disconnect the battery cables to ensure battery charge is maintained for quick starting Note If battery cables are disconnected it will be necessary to reset memory fe...

Page 323: ...see your authorized dealer Refer to scheduled maintenance information chapter for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft威 or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used Maintenance an...

Page 324: ...M6C65 A1 Body hinges latches door striker plates and rollers seat tracks fuel filler door hinge and spring primary and auxiliary hood latches Multi Purpose Grease Lithium grease XG 4 or XL 5 or equivalent ESB M1C93 B Engine coolant 7 4 quarts 7 0L Motorcraft威 Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 1 VC 3 B US CVC 3 B Canada WSS M97B44 D Motor Electronics M E Coolant 3 7 quarts 3 5L Maintenance and Specif...

Page 325: ... US XO 5W20 QFS US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada CXO 5W20 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C945 A with API Certification Mark Automatic eCVT transmission fluid 5 3 quarts 5 0L 3 Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF 4 XT 10 QLV MERCON威 LV Rear axle fluid 4WD 2 96 pints 1 4L 5 Motorcraft威 SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 6 XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Power Transfer Unit fluid 4WD 7 12 ounces 0 35L Motorcraft威 SAE 75W 140 Rear A...

Page 326: ...cification may cause internal transmission damage Do not use Motorcraft威 Continuously Variable Chain Type Transmission Fluid blue This vehicle uses only Motorcraft威 MERCON威 LV ATF 5 Fill to 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch 6 mm to 14 mm below bottom of fill hole 6 4WD vehicles exposed for prolonged periods to temperatures less than 40 C 40 F should change out the rear axle fluid to Motorcraft威 SAE 75W 140 Re...

Page 327: ... Spark plug gap 0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35mm Compression ratio 12 3 1 Engine drivebelt routing HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY DATA High voltage battery Battery chemistry Nickel metal hydride Nominal voltage 330 volts Battery system capacity 6 amp hours Maintenance and Specifications 327 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 328: ...ated The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and...

Page 329: ...e type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Description Code Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission eCVT H Maintenance and Specifications 329 2012 Escape Hybrid eh...

Page 330: ...ed 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 Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Ford Custom Accessories Not all accessories are available for all models For a complete listing of the accessories that are available for your...

Page 331: ... FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission 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 should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the oper...

Page 332: ... service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable coverage If you ...

Page 333: ...nce It covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford or Lincoln dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget I...

Page 334: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 334 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 335: ...plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving needs including reimbursement for towing and rental When you purchase Ford ESP you receive added peace of mind protection throughout Canada and the United States provided by a network of participating Ford Motor Company dealers For more information visit your local Ford of Canada deal...

Page 336: ... and to assuring your continuing satisfaction 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 vehicle and its emission control systems it is imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated intervals Your vehicle is equipped with a message cen...

Page 337: ...er s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory recommended maintenance In fact Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application Oils fluids and flushi...

Page 338: ... certification their technicians have received Genuine Ford and Motorcraft姞 replacement parts Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft威 branded replacement parts These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company s specifications and we stand behind them Parts installed at your dealership carry a nationwide 12 month 12 000 mile 20 000 km parts and labor limited warranty Your dealer can give you details Va...

Page 339: ...6 years or 100 000 miles 160 000 km whichever comes first Engine coolant and motor electronics coolant after initial change Every 3 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km Check every month Engine oil level Function of all interior and exterior lights Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections clean if necessary Body and door...

Page 340: ...rd warning system operation Tires for wear and proper pressure including spare Fluid levels fill if necessary Windshield for cracks chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks Washer spray and wiper operation Brake coolant recovery reservoir manual and automatic transmission with an underhood dipstick power steering if equipped and window washer Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technici...

Page 341: ...Scheduled Maintenance 341 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 342: ...rake pads shoes rotors drums brake linings hoses and parking brake Inspect cabin air filter if equipped Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses non hybrid vehicles Inspect engine cooling system and motor electronics cooling system strength and hoses hybrid vehicles Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Inspect half shaft boots if equipped Inspect rear axle and U joints lubricate if equi...

Page 343: ... within the last 100 000 miles 160 000 km Replace timing belt if not replaced within the last 150 000 miles 240 000 km or 10 years Fiesta failure to replace belt can cause internal engine damage 1 Additional maintenance items can be performed within 3 000 miles 4 800 km of the last oil change Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval 2 Fusion Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles have an eng...

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Page 346: ...TE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 346 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 347: ...ve idling and or low speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use i e delivery taxi patrol car or livery As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center and perform services listed in Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart except Fiesta Inspect frequently service as required Replace cabin air filter if equipped Replace engine air filter except Fusion Hybrid and M...

Page 348: ...iles 8 000 km or 6 months Change engine oil and filter Fusion Hybrid and MKZ Hybrid vehicles have an engine air filter that does not normally require replacement Refer to Air filter in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information Reset your oil life monitor system after each engine oil and filter change refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Exclusive use of E85 Flex Fuel Vehic...

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Page 350: ...TE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE Scheduled Maintenance 350 2012 Escape Hybrid ehv Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 351: ...92 A part number FITZ 19580 B or equivalent Add four ounces 118 mL of additive friction modifier XL 3 EST M2C118 A or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok rear axles The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water California fuel filter replacement If the vehicle is registered in California the California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure t...

Page 352: ...nt of the engine air filter and cabin air filter ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change 6 years or 100 000 miles 160 000 km whichever comes first After initial change Every 3 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km Engine coolant change log DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATION P A CODE RO HOURS DATE MILEAGE DEALER VALIDATI...

Page 353: ...erdrive 227 fluid refill capacities 324 fluid specification 324 Auxiliary input jack Line in 45 Auxiliary power point 76 Axle lubricant specifications 324 refill capacities 324 B Battery 299 acid treating emergencies 299 jumping a disabled battery 270 maintenance free 299 replacement specifications 323 servicing 299 Belt Minder威 139 Blind spot mirror 238 Booster seats 173 Brakes 216 anti lock 216 ...

Page 354: ...the U S and Canada 279 Getting roadside assistance 246 Getting the service you need 275 Ordering additional owner s literature 281 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 279 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 61 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 319 engine oil 296 Driving under special conditions 228 240 243 sand 241 snow and ice 243 through water 242 245 E Electronic message center 27 Eme...

Page 355: ...nning out of fuel 269 312 safety information relating to automotive fuels 307 Fuses 249 250 G Garage door opener 86 Gas cap see Fuel cap 309 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 313 Gauges 25 H Hazard flashers 247 Headlamps 59 aiming 62 bulb specifications 66 daytime running lights 61 flash to pass 60 high beam 60 replacing bulbs 67 turning on and off 59 Heating heating and air conditioning system 54 Hood...

Page 356: ...103 105 childproof 107 doors 103 Lubricant specifications 324 Luggage rack 94 Lug nuts 268 Lumbar support seats 121 M Manual transmission fluid capacities 324 lubricant specifications 324 Message center 27 english metric button 31 system check button 31 warning messages 31 Mirrors 79 80 automatic dimming rearview mirror 79 fold away 80 heated 81 side view mirrors power 80 Moon roof 84 Motorcraft威 ...

Page 357: ... 282 Safety restraints 133 135 137 Belt Minder威 139 extension assembly 138 for adults 134 135 for children 159 Occupant Classification Sensor 131 warning light and chime 138 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 167 Safety seats for children 163 Safety Compliance Certification Label 328 Satellite Radio 40 Satellite Radio Information 50 Scheduled Maintenance Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 342...

Page 358: ...84 Towing 206 recreational towing 210 trailer towing 206 wrecker 273 Transmission 227 brake shift interlock BSI 226 fluid checking and adding automatic 319 fluid refill capacities 324 lubricant specifications 324 Turn signal 63 U Universal garage door opener 86 USB port 47 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 328 Vehicle loading 199 Ventilating your vehicle 214 W Warning lights see Lights 20 Washer...

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