Table Of Contents - Ford 2008 Escape Hybrid Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
California Proposition 65 Warning4
Perchlorate Material4
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Hybrid Operation6
Normal Vehicle Operation6
Unique Hybrid Operating Characteristics7
Driving To Optimize Fuel Economy8
Frequently Asked Questions10
Special Instructions13
Service Data Recording14
Event Data Recording14
Using Your Vehicle With A Snowplow15
Using Your Vehicle As An Ambulance15
Cell Phone Use15
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information15
Vehicle Symbol Glossary16
Instrument Cluster18
Warning Lights And Chimes18
Service Engine Soon18
Check Fuel Cap19
Brake System Warning Light19
Anti-Lock Brake System19
Airbag Readiness20
Master Vehicle Electrical Hazard Warning Lamp20
Ready Indicator Light20
Charging System20
Engine Or Motor Electronic Coolant Temperature21
Abs Active/Traction Control Active (If Equipped)21
Low Tire Pressure Warning21
Low Fuel21
Throttle Control/Powertrain22
Door Ajar22
Turn Signal22
High Beams22
Gauges23
Speedometer23
Battery Gauge23
Odometer23
Trip Odometer24
Tachometer24
Fuel Gauge24
Entertainment Systems25
Audio Systems25
Am/Fm/Single Cd Or In-Dash Cd6/Mp3 Satellite Compatible Sound System25
Accessory Delay25
In Satellite Radio Mode27
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)34
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using The Auxiliary Input Jack34
General Audio Information36
Radio Frequencies36
Radio Reception Factors36
Cd/Cd Player Care36
Satellite Radio Information (If Equipped)37
Satellite Radio Channels37
Satellite Radio Reception Factors37
Sirius Satellite Radio Service38
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (Esn)38
Navigation System40
Climate Controls41
Dual Automatic Temperature Control41
Operating Tips43
For Maximum Cooling Performance44
To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather44
Rear Window Defroster45
Lights46
Headlamp Control46
Autolamp Control (If Equipped)46
Autolamp Delay System (If Equipped)46
Fog Lamp Control (If Equipped)47
Flash To Pass48
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)48
Panel Dimmer Control48
Aiming The Headlamps49
Vertical Aim Adjustment49
Turn Signal Control50
Interior Lamps50
Dome Lamps And Map Lamps50
Cargo And Dome Lamp51
Bulb Replacement52
Headlamp Condensation52
Using The Right Bulbs52
Replacing The Interior Bulbs52
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs53
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs53
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs54
Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Sidemarker/Backup Lamp Bulbs54
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs55
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs55
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped)56
Driver Controls57
Multi-Function Lever57
Windshield Wiper57
Windshield Washer57
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls58
Tilt Steering Wheel58
Steering Wheel Adjustment58
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If Equipped)59
Center Console59
Auxiliary Power Point (12V)60
Cigar/Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)61
Power Point (110 Vac) (If Equipped)61
Power Windows63
Rear Window Buffeting63
One Touch Down (Auto)63
Window Lock64
Interior Mirror64
Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)64
Electronic Compass (If Equipped)65
Compass Zone Adjustment65
Compass Calibration Adjustment66
Exterior Mirrors66
Power Side View Mirrors66
Fold-Away Mirrors67
Heated Outside Mirrors67
Speed Control67
Setting Speed Control67
Disengaging Speed Control68
Resuming A Set Speed68
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control69
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control69
Turning Off Speed Control70
Steering Wheel Controls70
Radio Control Features70
Moon Roof (If Equipped)71
Message Center72
Selectable Features72
Reset72
Info Menu73
Odometer/Trip Odometer73
Distance To Empty (Dte)73
Average Fuel Economy (Afe) (If Equipped)73
Instantaneous Fuel Economy (If Equipped)74
Electric Energy74
Setup Menu74
Reset To English (If In Another Language)75
System Check75
Oil Life75
Units (English/Metric)76
Autolamp Delay76
Autolock76
Autounlock77
Language77
System Warnings/Information77
Liftgate80
Cargo Area Features81
Cargo Shade (If Equipped)81
Luggage Rack82
To Adjust The Cross-Bar (If Equipped) Position82
To Remove The Cross-Bar Assembly (If Equipped) From The Roof Rack Side Rails82
To Reinstall The Cross-Bar Assembly (If Equipped) To The Roof Rack Side Rails83
Locks And Security85
Keys85
Recommended Handling Of The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter86
Power Door Locks87
Door Key Unlocking/Locking87
Unlocking The Doors87
Deactivating/Activating Autolock87
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure88
Keyless Entry Key Pad Procedure88
Message Center Procedure89
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock89
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure89
Keyless Entry Key Pad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure90
Smart Unlocking Feature90
Childproof Door Locks91
Remote Entry System (If Equipped)91
Two Step Door Unlocking92
One Step Door Unlocking92
Switching From Two Step To One Step Door Unlocking93
Locking The Doors93
Opening The Liftgate (If Equipped)93
Car Finder93
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)94
How To Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)94
Illuminated Entry95
Illuminated Exit95
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry95
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry95
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System96
Anti-Theft Indicator97
Automatic Arming97
Automatic Disarming97
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (Ikt) And Coded Keys98
Programming Spare Keys98
Seating And Safety Restraints100
Front Seats100
Adjustable Head Restraints100
Adjusting The Front Manual Seat (If Equipped)101
Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)102
Heated Seats (If Equipped)103
Rear Seats104
Head Restraints104
Folding Down Rear Seats105
Returning The Rear Seats To Upright Position107
To Remove The Rear Cushion108
Safety Restraints109
To Install The Rear Cushion109
Personal Safety System109
How Does The Personal Safety System Work?110
Driver And Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints110
Front Crash Severity Sensor110
Driver's Seat Position Sensor110
Front Passenger Sensing System111
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors111
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners112
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors112
Determining If The Personal Safety System Is Operational112
Safety Restraints Precautions112
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts114
Energy Management Feature114
Vehicle Sensitive Mode114
Automatic Locking Mode115
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode115
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode115
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode115
Safety Belt Height Adjustment116
Safety Belt Pretensioner116
Safety Belt Extension Assembly117
Safety Belt Maintenance117
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime118
Conditions Of Operation118
Belt-Minder118
One-Time Disable121
Deactivating/Activating The Belt-Minder Feature121
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)123
Important Srs Precautions123
Children And Airbags125
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?125
If The Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit131
Determining If The System Is Operational131
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System132
How Does The Side Airbag System Work?133
Safety Canopy System135
How Does The Safety Canopy System Work?136
Safety Restraints For Children138
Important Child Restraint Precautions138
Children And Safety Belts138
Child Booster Seats139
When Children Should Use Booster Seats139
Types Of Booster Seats140
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts141
Safety Seats For Children142
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats142
Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts143
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps146
Attaching Safety Seats With Latch (Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children) Attachments For Child Seat Anchors147
Tires, Wheels And Loading150
Notice To Utility Vehicle And Truck Owners150
Vehicle Characteristics150
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles151
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading152
U.s. Department Of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades152
Traction Grades153
Treadwear153
Traction Aa A B C153
Temperature A B C153
Tires154
Glossary Of Tire Terminology154
Inflating Your Tires155
Tire Inflation155
Tire Care157
Inspecting Your Tires157
Tire Wear157
Damage157
U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)158
Tire Replacement Requirements158
Safety Practices160
Highway Hazards160
Tire And Wheel Alignment161
Tire Rotation161
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall162
Information on "P" Type Tires163
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for "LT" Type Tires166
Information on "T" Type Tires167
Location Of The Tire Label167
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)168
Changing Tires With Tpms169
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)170
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed170
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly170
When Inflating Your Tires172
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure172
Snow Tires And Chains173
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer173
Base Curb Weight174
Vehicle Curb Weight174
Payload174
Cargo Weight175
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)175
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)176
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)176
Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)176
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight)177
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)177
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight177
Tongue Load Or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight177
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit178
Special Loading Instructions For Owners Of Pickup Trucks And Utility-Type Vehicles179
Trailer Towing179
Preparing To Tow181
Hitches181
Safety Chains181
Trailer Brakes182
Trailer Lamps182
Driving While You Tow182
Servicing After Towing182
Trailer Towing Tips183
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat183
Recreational Towing184
Driving185
Starting185
Positions Of The Ignition185
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle185
Starting The Vehicle187
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes188
Important Ventilating Information188
Engine Block/High Voltage Battery Heater188
How To Use The Engine Block Heater189
Brakes190
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)190
Using Abs191
Abs Warning Lamp191
Regenerative Braking System (Rbs)191
Parking Brake192
Steering193
Preparing To Drive194
Automatic Transmission Operation194
Brake-Shift Interlock194
If The Fuse Is Not Blown195
Understanding The Gearshift Positions Of The Electronically-Controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (Ecvt)196
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow197
Reverse Sensing System (If Equipped)198
Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System (If Equipped)200
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles200
Basic Operating Principles200
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement201
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck201
Emergency Maneuvers202
Sand202
Mud And Water203
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain204
Driving On Snow And Ice204
Maintenance And Modifications205
Driving Through Water205
Roadside Emergencies207
Getting Roadside Assistance207
Using Roadside Assistance208
Hazard Flasher Control209
Fuel Pump/High Voltage Shut-Off Switches209
Fuses And Relays211
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color212
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel212
Fuses Codes213
Power Distribution Box215
Changing A Flat Tire218
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information219
Stopping And Securing The Vehicle220
Removing The Jack And Tools221
Removing The Spare Tire Or Spare Tire And Tether (If Equipped)222
Tire Change Procedure223
Stowing The Jack And Tools226
Stowing The Flat/Spare Tire227
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications228
Jump Starting229
Preparing Your Vehicle229
Connecting The Jumper Cables230
Removing The Jumper Cables233
Jump Starting The High Voltage Battery234
Wrecker Towing237
Emergency Towing238
Customer Assistance239
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)245
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)246
Cleaning247
Washing The Exterior247
Exterior Chrome247
Waxing248
Paint Chips248
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers248
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts249
Windows And Wiper Blades250
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim And Cluster Lens250
Interior251
Leather Seats (If Equipped)252
Underbody252
Ford And Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products253
Maintenance And Specifications254
Service Recommendations254
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle254
High Voltage Information254
Working With The Engine Off255
Working With The Engine On256
Opening The Hood256
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment257
Windshield Washer Fluid258
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid For The Liftgate258
Changing The Wiper Blades259
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade260
Checking The Engine Oil260
Adding Engine Oil261
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations262
Low Voltage (Underhood) Battery263
Battery264
Low And High Voltage Battery – Storage265
Engine Coolant And Motor/Electronics Coolant265
Checking Engine Coolant266
Checking Motor/Electronics (M/E) Coolant267
Factory Fill And Coolant Specifications267
Common Instructions For Cooling Systems267
Adding Engine Coolant268
Recycled Engine Coolant270
Coolant Refill Capacity270
Severe Climates270
Fuel Filter271
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels271
Fuel Information271
Refueling273
Fuel Filler Cap274
Choosing The Right Fuel275
Octane Recommendations275
Fuel Quality276
Cleaner Air276
Running Out Of Fuel276
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy277
Measuring Techniques277
Filling The Tank277
Calculating Fuel Economy277
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits278
Habits278
Maintenance279
Conditions279
Epa Window Sticker279
Emission Control System280
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)281
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing282
Brake Fluid283
Brake Pad Replacement Information283
Transmission Fluid284
Checking Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (Ecvt)284
Adjusting Ecvt Fluid Levels286
Air Filter286
Changing The Air Filter Element287
High Voltage Battery Cooling Filter (Rear A/C) Maintenance287
Changing The High Voltage Battery Air Filter Element288
Motorcraft Part Numbers289
Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities290
Engine Data292
Engine Drivebelt Routing292
High Voltage Battery Data292
Identifying Your Vehicle293
Safety Compliance Certification Label293
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)293
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations294
Accessories295
Scheduled Maintenance Guide297
General Maintenance Information297
Protecting Your Investment297
Oil, Fluids And Flushing298
Engine Emissions Label298
Genuine Ford Parts And Service298
Convenience299
Factory-Trained Technicians299
Factory Authorized Systems Checks299
Genuine Ford And Motorcraft Replacement Parts300
Value Shopping for Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs300
Which Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow?300
Check Every Month301
Check Every Six Months301
Multi-Point Inspection301
Multi-Point Inspection - Recommended At Every Visit301
Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log302
Additional Information Available On The Web302
U.s. And Canadian Schedule302
20,000 Miles (32,000 Km)303
30,000 Miles (48,000 Km)303
40,000 Miles (64,000 Km)303
50,000 Miles (80,000 Km)304
60,000 Miles (96,000 Km)304
70,000 Miles (112,000 Km)304
80,000 Miles (128,000 Km)305
90,000 Miles (144,000 Km)305
100,000 Miles (160,000 Km)305
110,000 Miles (176,000 Km)306
120,000 Miles (192,000 Km)306
130,000 Miles (208,000 Km)306
140,000 Miles (224,000 Km)307
150,000 Miles (240,000 Km)307
Operating In Dusty Conditions Such As Unpaved Or Dusty Roads308
Off-Road Operation308
Special Operating Conditions And Log308
Special Operating Conditions Log309
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant Change Record311
Index313