Ford 2001 Escape Owner's Manual page 138

Starting
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.
Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
Make sure the parking brake is
set.
Push the clutch pedal to the
floor.
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