Ford Escape Owner's Manual page 126

Driving
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle
components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and
causing internal transmission damage.
Check and/or replace the rear axle lubricant if:
• a leak is suspected or repair required
• the axle has been submerged in water
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.
LUGGAGE RACK
Your vehicle is equipped with a roof
rack. The maximum load for the
roof rack is 44 kg (100 lbs), evenly
distributed on the crossbars. If it is
not possible to evenly distribute the
load, position it in the center or as
far forward on the crossbars as
possible. Always use the adjustable
tie down loops to secure the load.
To adjust the cross-bar 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.
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