Page 1 Dual automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 6 Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 8 Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. To the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recording applies to SYNC or its...
Page 9 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Parking Brake System...
Page 11 Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant...
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 Easy Fuel “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. If CHECK FUEL FILL INLET is displayed in the message center, refer to Message center in the Instrument cluster chapter for more information. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 14 A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 15 (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16 Message center activation chime (if equipped): Sounds when a warning message (except PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17: Gauges
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 18 The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19: Message Center
The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20 (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 Displays the current units in English or Metric. Press RESET to change between English and Metric. AUTOLAMP (if equipped) This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 Maintenance and Specifications chapter. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25 VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 Driving chapter for more information. SPACE FOUND PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK DEACTIVATED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active park feature has been turned off. Refer to Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28: Entertainment Systems
AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 29 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2. Saving presets automatically (Autoset)– Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 30 NO DISC will appear in the display. LOAD: This control is not operational. To load a CD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot. EJECT: press EJECT to eject the CD. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) SEEK/TRACK to switch RDS ON/OFF.
Page 31 Use SEEK/TRACK ON/OFF. When COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems to switch between...
Page 32 SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected category. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 33 (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34 ENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN number (initial PIN is 1234) and the system will lock/unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) to cycle through the saved titles. When...
Page 35 Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems to adjust the level of bass.
Page 36: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 37 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 38: Usb Port
USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 39 • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 40 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 41 .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 42: Satellite Radio Information
• Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) .mp3 .mp3...
Page 43 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 44 NO TEXT Artist information not available. NO TEXT Song title information not available. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Action Required No action required. This message should disappear shortly. If this message does not...
Page 45: Navigation System
For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 46: Climate Controls
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents (if equipped). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47 Outside temperature (if equipped): The outside temperature will appear in the display and is labeled EXT TEMP. To change the display between Fahrenheit and Celsius, see Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls (defrost).
Page 48 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49: Dual Automatic Temperature Control
: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press AUTO to return to full automatic control. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 50 This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) (panel) or...
Page 51: Automatic Operation
For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls (defrost) and (floor/defrost).
Page 52: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53: Lights
The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory, but the delay time may be changed by following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 seconds): 1. Turn the key to the off position. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 54 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 56 If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57: Turn Signal Control
To turn off the domelamp, rotate the panel dimmer control to the full down position past the detent. Note: When manually in the off position, the dome lamp will not illuminate when the door(s) are opened. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59: Bulb Replacement
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trade number 3457A (amber)
Page 61 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Reach over the front bolster. 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 62 5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 2. Press the lever and carefully pry the license plate lamp assembly (located above the license plate) from the liftgate. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 3. Remove the bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling out the bulb while squeezing the upper and lower snap clips at the same time. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65: Driver Controls
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 3. Push the steering column tilt lever up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED) The compass heading is displayed in the center stack display. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 ZONE XX in the center stack display. 5. Continue to press the RESET control until the correct zone appears in the center stack display. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 7 8 9 1011...
Page 69 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 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 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). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71: Power Windows
Rear window buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; this noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately two to three inches. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 72: Mirrors
(darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73 Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors. See Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 74: Speed Control
The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) (if equipped)
Page 75 Resuming a set speed Press the RES control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 76 • Press the OFF control. • Turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) OFF ON...
Page 77 In Satellite radio mode (if equipped): • Press to advance through preset channels. In any mode: • Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust the volume. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 78 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79: Moon Roof
If during a bounce-back condition, the control is released to the neutral position, then held in the one-touch position within two seconds after the moon 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 WARNING: Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming. Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 Rolling code programming Note: Programming the rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions. Read the entire procedure prior to beginning so 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 82 Immediately (within 1 second) release the button once the garage door moves. When the button is released, the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.” When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.” When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 6. The indicator light will (begin to) blink rapidly until programming is complete. If your garage door opener does not operate following these steps, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, call the toll-free Car2U help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes and modifications to the Car2U system transmitter by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the equipment. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86 CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87 A pad lock or combination lock can be applied to use the lockable storage feature on the large customer storage bin. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 88 Your vehicle may be equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended for use with your roof rack system.
Page 89 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91: Locks And Security
Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security label that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the label in a safe place for future reference. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92: Locks
• Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry keypad (if equipped) procedure, or • Performing the message center (if equipped) procedure. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 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 enabled. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 94 You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 With the key in any ignition position, the driver’s door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the driver’s door panel while the driver’s door is open. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 The turn signal will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle has switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to two step unlocking. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 98 Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) control is...
Page 99 To program a new Integrated Keyhead Transmitter yourself, refer to Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock passive anti-theft section of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this procedure yourself. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 100 You can also create your own 5–digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101 The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity, • pressing the control on the remote entry transmitter, • or the ignition position changes. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 102: Anti-Theft System
Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Page 103 Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 System Check in the message center to see how many MyKeys™ and Admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey™ active. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 Admin keys. Note: To program the optional settings go to step 2 in the Programming MyKey™ Optional Settings section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using MyKey™ with Remote Start Systems section. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 The vehicle System Check will provide the status of the following MyKey™ parameters: • MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey™ is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 108 MyKey™ 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 the remote start system as an additional Admin Key with its associated privileges.
Page 109 • Purchase a new key from your Lost the only Admin key authorized dealer • For programming spare keys, refer to Lost any key the Programming spare keys section in this chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 110 Admin Keys Programmed total includes one additional key MyKey™ miles does not accumulate 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Potential Causes • Vehicle has a remote start system that is recognized as an Admin key. Refer to the Using MyKey™...
Page 111: Seating And Safety Restraints
: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 112 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115 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 of the seat cushion. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position and the engine is running. REAR SEATS Second row adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with second row outboard and center head restraints that are vertically adjustable. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 (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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the safety belt buckles are exposed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 See Second row adjustable head restraints in this chapter. To remove the second row cushion 1. Lift the yellow tab to release the hinges. 2. Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123: Safety Restraints
How does the Personal Safety System™ work? The Personal Safety System™ can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 For some occupants, like infants in rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers. This helps 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 • 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder feature. Note: If you are using MyKey™, the Belt-Minder warning will not expire. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and security chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then...
Page 133 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
Page 134 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. Your Ford safety belts are designed to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible;...
Page 135 Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Consider... Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people.
Page 136 • After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137: Airbags
WARNING: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 138 Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 139 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 141 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142 • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
Page 145 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 146 SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 The Safety Canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 If the Safety Canopy is not replaced, it will not function again, which will increase the risk of injury in a future collision. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153: Child Restraints
Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety 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.
Page 154 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) below by “X”...
Page 156 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 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 Seating and Safety Restraints training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 158 LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 159 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
Page 162 Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
Page 163 The seat should move less than one inch when you do this for a proper installation. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, remove the head restraint first, place under the front seat for storage, and then route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 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 also recommends its use. Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt.
Page 166 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.
Page 167 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168 For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 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.
Page 170: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 172 Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 173 Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 174 Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175: Tire Inflation
Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 176 Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 178 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
Page 179 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Page 180 If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may be out of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 182 This 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 185 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading ⁄...
Page 186 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 190 Solid Warning Light Tire(s) under-inflated Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in TPMS malfunction 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly in- flated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter.
Page 191 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading use.
Page 192 SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 193: Vehicle Loading
It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 194 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 198 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199 In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 200 Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201: Trailer Towing
Certification Label. For load specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 202 The Escape is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight(s) as specified above. Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight. The Escape vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trailer Weight...
Page 203 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 • To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first 500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) with no full throttle starts. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 206: Recreational Towing
• Place the ignition to the accessory position (refer to Starting in the Driving chapter). • Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) for automatic transmission vehicles and 70 mph (113 km/h) for manual transmission vehicles. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 207 With the engine running and your foot on the brake, shift into (D) Drive and then into (R) Reverse before shifting back into N (Neutral). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 208: Driving
WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 210 • Press and hold the clutch pedal to the floor and put the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 (-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up. You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine is cold when operating on E ethanol. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving ethanol make it...
Page 212 If your vehicle is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 • Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord to 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 214: Brakes
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A). Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 215 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving BRAKE...
Page 216 Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) BRAKE...
Page 217: Advancetrac
Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTrac with RSC disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 218 • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The “sliding car” indicator light will flash. • A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) illuminates steadily, verify that the...
Page 219 During Electronic Stability Control events the “sliding car” icon instrument cluster will flash. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving in the...
Page 220 “sliding car” icon In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function; however, ESC and RSC are disabled. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) will...
Page 221 This may cause the system to activate multiple times, and you may experience a slight deceleration of the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 222 WARNING: Turning off trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has significant trailer towing experience, and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
Page 223 Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to off, then remove the key. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224: Transmission Operation
This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225 R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 226 To return to normal D (Drive) position (with O/D), press the transmission control switch again. • The grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated. • The transmission will operate in gears one through six. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 228 Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 10 mph (16 km/h)
Page 229: Reverse Sensing System
WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 231: Rear-View Camera System
5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, or until any navigation radio button is pressed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232 If either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera, at least in the dark, until the lamp(s) are replaced and functioning. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 >> and << in the message center indicate on which side of the vehicle APA will park. (If the turn signal is not on, the system will automatically search the passenger side.) 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 234 You may cancel APA at anytime by grabbing the steering wheel or by pressing the APA control switch. When the vehicle is in R (Reverse) the message center displays BACK UP USE CAUTION. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 The system can also be deactivated at any time by the following: • Pressing the APA control switch • Grabbing the steering wheel • Exceeding a vehicle speed of 18 mph (30 km/h) for 30 seconds during Active Park Searching 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 236 • The vehicle is driven too close to the side objects (e.g. less than 16 inches [41 cm] from neighboring parked vehicles). • You may be driving in R (Reverse). APA can only look for a parking space while moving forward. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 237 As a result, the outside air temperature displayed in the vehicle may not be close enough to the actual temperature. APA relies on a correctly sensing the temperature outside for precisely positioning the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 238 As the vehicle leaves the blind spot mirror it will transition to the driver’s peripheral field of view (3). WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 240 WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 242 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 243 Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. Since your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 244 The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Page 245 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
Page 246: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 247: Hazard Flasher Control
Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 248: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 Remove the panel cover to access the fuse cover. Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies COLOR...
Page 250 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Not used (spare) Brake on/off switch SYNC module Moon roof Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock (BSI), Passenger...
Page 251 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Climate control Not used (spare) All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release, Liftglass release Heated seat Rear wiper Datalink Fog lamps Park lamps...
Page 252 The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Driver/passenger door lock switches, Automatic dimming...
Page 253 Location Rating 80A Midi 125A Midi 15A* 30A** 20A** — 10A* 15A* 15A* 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Electronic power steering module (EPAS) Passenger compartment fuse panel Heated mirror Rear defroster Rear power point (center console)
Page 254 20A* 15A* — 15A* 10A* 20A* 15A* — — — 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Trailer tow parking lamps Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Front wipers Starter Blower motor A/C clutch Trailer tow turn lamps...
Page 255 (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels, and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 256 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 257 • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 258 Unbuckle the strap and remove the jack and tools by pulling the right side up first. Remove the tools from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 3. Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel. If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps: 4. Lift the spare tire on end to access tether attachment (1). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 260 (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 262 Roadside Emergencies 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263 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). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 264 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. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly as the tire contacts the frame. The spare tire carrier will ratchet when the tire is in the fully stowed position. The 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 267: Jump Starting
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 268 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 270 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 272 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.
Page 274 4WD system or vehicle. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Page 275: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 276 • 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.
Page 277 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer Assistance...
Page 278 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
Page 279 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 280 If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S.
Page 281: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your 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);...
Page 282: Cleaning
• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 283 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 284 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. 2.5L I4 ENGINE 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 To clean these items, follow these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 286 WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a collision. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 288 FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs;...
Page 289 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 290: Maintenance And Specifications
1. Set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal, place the gearshift in 1 (First), and release the clutch pedal. 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 291 2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille. 3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 292: Engine Compartment
3. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 9. Engine oil dipstick 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 294 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
Page 295 The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 296: Engine Oil
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297 • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the lower line, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. • 2.5L I4 engine 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 1/4 of a turn until it is seated. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 299 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 300: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 301 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 302: Engine Coolant
• The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) RECYCLE...
Page 303 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone (without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion, overheating or freezing. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 304 Checking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 306 Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307 Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 308 • FFV fuel tanks may contain zero to 85 percent ethanol. Any fuel blends containing gasoline and ethanol should be treated the same as “Fuel Ethanol.” Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 309 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 310 4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 311 Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 Do not add less than five gallons (18.9L) when refueling. You should drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 313 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
Page 314 When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the funnel included with the vehicle. 1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the inside of the rear passenger side cargo compartment access door. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 317 • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 318 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 319 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly. 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator, charging system...
Page 320 I/M testing. The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 321 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 322 The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 185°F-200°F (85°C-93°C) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 323 Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick blade. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 324 These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recreational flat tow, your fluid level must be verified by an authorized dealer. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 325: Air Filter(S)
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
Page 326 Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 327: Part Numbers
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
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Page 329 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 330 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 331: Engine Data
Spark plug gap (1.25–1.35mm) Compression 9.7:1 ratio Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 3.0L V6 engine 87 octane or E85 1-4-2-5-3-6 Coil on plug 0.045–0.049 inch (1.15–1.25mm)
Page 332 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 333 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 Five-speed manual Six-speed automatic 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Code...
Page 334: Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 335 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Accessories...
Page 336: Ford Extended Service Plan
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Page 337 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
Page 338 Ford Extended Service Plan 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 339: Index
Audio system (see Radio) ...28 Automatic transmission ...224 driving an automatic overdrive ...225 fluid, refill capacities ...328 fluid, specification ...328 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...36 Auxiliary power point ...70 Axle lubricant specifications ...328...
Page 340 Controls power seat ...114 steering column ...77 Coolant checking and adding ...302 refill capacities ...305, 328 specifications ...328 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cruise control (see Speed control) ...74 Customer Assistance ...246 Ford Extended Service Plan ...336 Getting assistance outside the U.S.
Page 341 ...328 choosing the right fuel ...312 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...318 detergent in fuel ...313 filler funnel ...313 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index filling your vehicle with fuel ...307, 310, 315 filter, specifications ...307, 327 fuel pump shut-off switch ...248...
Page 342 ...54 headlamps ...53 headlamps, flash to pass ...55 instrument panel, dimming ...55 interior lamps ...57–58, 60 replacing bulbs ...61 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) LATCH anchors ...161 Liftgate ...86, 98 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...215...
Page 343 Radio ...28 Rear-view camera system ...231 Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children ...155 Relays ...248 Remote entry system ...96–97 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index illuminated entry ...100 locking/unlocking doors ...97–98 opening the trunk ...98 panic alarm ...98...
Page 344 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Tires, Wheels and Loading ...188 Tires ...172–173 alignment ...180 care ...176 changing ...258, 260 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) checking the pressure ...176 inflating ...174 label ...187 replacing ...178 rotating ...181 safety practices ...180...
Page 345: Table Of Contents
Warning lights (see Lights) ...12 Washer fluid ...294 Water, Driving through ...245 Windows power ...71 2010 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index rear wiper/washer ...66 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...65 checking and adding fluid ...294 liftgate reservoir ...294 replacing wiper blades ...295–296...

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