Page 1: Table Of Contents
Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents...
Page 2 Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
Page 5 See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 6 Conditions that may cause the engine to start up or remain running include: • Considerable vehicle acceleration • Vehicle speed above 40 mph (65 km/h) • Ascending a hill 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 The high voltage battery is cooled by cabin air drawn from vent holes in the driver-side cargo trim panel. Avoid placing objects over the vent holes which block air flow to the high voltage battery. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 8 Tire Inflation: Keep tires properly inflated and only use recommended size. Drive Habits: Aggressive driving increases the amount of energy required to move your vehicle. In general, better fuel economy is 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 9 The vehicle’s computer will determine if sometimes start at key-on? an engine start is necessary for cabin heating or windshield defrost. The engine will also be started when ambient temperatures are low. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 10 What does it mean when my power assist gauge moves to the right? To the left? 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Answer There are several reasons the engine stays on for an extended amount of time when it is first started.
Page 11 Yes. Your hybrid vehicle can be behind my motor home “flat-towed” without modification. See the with all four wheels down? Recreational towing section in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...
Page 12 Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
Page 13 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
Page 14 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder...
Page 15 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle.
Page 16 Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) See Owner’s Guide Airbag - Front Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System...
Page 17 Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil...
Page 18: Instrument Cluster
If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19 A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 20 This indicates a problem with the engine or a related component. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 21 For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 Parking brake on chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left on and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23: Gauges
Message center activation chime: Sounds when a warning message (except PARK BRAKE ENGAGED while parked) appears in the message center display for the first time. GAUGES Shown in standard measure. Metric similar. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25: Message Center
500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 Displays the state of charge of the high voltage battery. For normal operation ELECT ENERGY OK will be displayed. Blank Screen The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”. 2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 For more information on the compass and compass set up, refer to Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter. RESET FOR CALIBRATION For more information on the compass and compass set up, refer to Electronic compass in the Driver Controls chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 29 STOP SAFELY NOW — Displayed when the stop safety hazard warning lamp is illuminated. This indicates a hybrid component fault/failure that will cause the vehicle to shut down, fail to start or enter into limited operating mode. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 30 CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 31 CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 Driving chapter for more information. ACTIVE PARK SEARCHING (if equipped) — May display when using the active park assist system. See Active park assist in the Driving chapter for more information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 33 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 35 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 36 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) SEEK/TRACK to turn RDS ON/OFF.
Page 37 Use SEEK/TRACK and OFF. When COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 38 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 (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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 40 CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed. Note: you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to lock/unlock when using this feature. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) to cycle through the saved titles. When...
Page 41 Occupancy mode setting. Press SEEK/TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems to adjust the level of bass.
Page 42: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 43 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
Page 45 • 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 46 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 47 .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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 48: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) .mp3...
Page 49 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 50 NO TEXT Artist information not available. NO TEXT information not NO TEXT Category information not available. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Condition Action Required No action required. This message should disappear shortly. If this message does not clear within a short present.
Page 51: Navigation System
For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52: Climate Controls
Defrost/Floor: 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. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53 PASS TEMP is released. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 54 • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) (defrost). Recirculated air (defrost) and (floor/defrost).
Page 55: Automatic Operation
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57: 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 vehicle off. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 60 If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61: Turn Signal Control
To turn off the dome lamp, 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 62 • 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63: 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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trade number 3457A (amber)
Page 65 1. Make sure that 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights...
Page 66 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68 3. Remove the bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling out on the bulb while squeezing on the upper and lower snap clips at the same time. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70: Steering Wheel Adjustment
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71 This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72 For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 7 8 9 1011...
Page 73 5. Small storage trays and (if equipped) an ambient light control switch. WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholders. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 74 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75 Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use. It is not recommended to use any extension cord with the 110V AC power point, since it will 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 76: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 77 R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 78: Mirrors
Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 79: Speed Control
SET –: Press to decrease a set speed. RES (Resume): Press to resume a set speed. Setting speed control To set speed control: 1. Press and release ON. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 80 SET– to decrease the set speed in 1 mph (1.6 km/h) increments. • Press the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped) until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press and release SET +. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81 Press to complete a voice command. For further information on the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82: Moon Roof
(from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 • To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 Car2U system buttons should be erased for security reasons. Refer to Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System buttons later in this section. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 86 4. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move, confirming that programming is successful. If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous steps in this section. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87 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.” 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 Car2U system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the settings you circled. 4. After inputting switch settings, simultaneously press and release all three Car2U system buttons. The indicator lights will turn on. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89 The codes for all buttons are erased. If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U system, it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window, use the power door locks. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 WARNING: Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 92 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 93 2.5 in (63.5 mm) and space the second cross bar 2.5 in (63.5 mm) from the forward cross bar. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 96 MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 98 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 99 Refer to Create a MyKey™ section • Vehicle has been started using a remote start system that is programmed as MyKey™. Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 100 Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section. • MyKey™ is not being used by the intended MyKey™ miles do not accumulate user. • MyKey™ system has been recently cleared. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101: Locks
• Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry keypad procedure, or • Performing the message center procedure. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 102 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 103 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 (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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing and holding both simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) and release...
Page 107 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security control is...
Page 108 Illuminated entry The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. Programming your own personal entry code To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other. The interior lamps will illuminate. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111: 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 112 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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 114 To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. Note: To program MyKey™ features, refer to MyKey™ in this chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115: 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). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 120 The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position. REAR SEATS Second row adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with second row outboard and center head restraints that are vertically adjustable. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 124 (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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127: Safety Restraints
• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 128 The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety restraints section in this chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 130 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 131 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be positioned across the chest. Pregnant women should also follow this practice. See figure below. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 134 How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137 (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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then...
Page 138 3 mph (5 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Then... The Belt-Minder feature will not activate.
Page 139 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles (40 km) of home. Belts are Your Ford safety belts are designed to enhance uncomfortable comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible;...
Page 140 We recommend you leave the Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 141 • After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 142: Airbags
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 145 • “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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 146 • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 • 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Passenger Airbag...
Page 150 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 151 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 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 . 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 156 The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157: Child Restraints
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158 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 159 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) below by “X”...
Page 161 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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162 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 163 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 There should be no more than 1 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 167 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 168 Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in this chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 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 171 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 172 • 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173 Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 174 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 175: Tires, Wheels And Loading
Study your owner’s guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 176 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177: Tire Information
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 178 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179: Tire Inflation
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 180 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 181 Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Ford dealer. 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 184 The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system. If the TPMS indicator is flashing, your TPMS is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your TPMS, or some component of the TPMS may be damaged.
Page 185 If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 186 Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Front-wheel drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 188 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 190 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) ⁄...
Page 191 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS to continue to function properly. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 Even if the light turns on and a short time later turns off, your tire pressure still needs to be checked. Visit www.checkmytires.org for additional information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 195 Spare tire in use TPMS malfunc- tion 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Customer action required 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter.
Page 196 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Customer action required Your temporary spare tire is in use.
Page 197 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 198: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 199 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 200 Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 201 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 202 WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 204 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 205: Trailer Towing
Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 206 WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maximum Trailer...
Page 207 The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 208 Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to Special operating conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 209 Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210: Recreational Towing
(such as with the use of a tow dolly). This will cause damage to your 4WD system. For other towing requirements, refer to Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211: Driving
WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 212 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure vehicle accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift lever is in P (Park). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 3. Once the “Ready Indicator Light” is on, apply the brake, release the parking brake, shift into gear and drive. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) light , put the gearshift lever into P (Park),...
Page 215 Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Your 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216: Brakes
When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 217 Regenerative braking has also been designed to interact with the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Regenerative braking is disabled when the ABS is activated or the battery is fully charged. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 218 Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219: Advancetrac
AdvanceTrac with RSC sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 220 Note: If the system cannot be turned off, refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 221 See the Switching off traction control section below. Electronic stability control (ESC) Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directional stability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 222 This will restore full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle. To switch off the traction control, press the traction control off button. Full features of the stability control system 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 223 AdvanceTrac with RSC system to detect and attempt to mitigate trailer sway by applying brake force at individual wheels and, if necessary, by reducing engine power. No driver action is required. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224 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 225 Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 226 P (Park) position and into the N (Neutral) position. 5. Remove tool and reinstall BTSI cover cap. 6. Release the parking brake and drive normally. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227: Transmission Operation
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232 Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), have the camera inspected by your authorized dealer. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 The arrow symbols >> 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 237 For more information on your side view mirrors, refer to Exterior mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving...
Page 238 The 4WD system is always active and requires no driver input. It is capable of handling all road conditions, including street and highway driving as well as off-road and winter driving. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 239 • It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240 See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 243 Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 244 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 245 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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 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: Hazard Flasher Control
After an accident, if the engine does not start, one or both of the switches may have been activated. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 Both switches should be checked and reset. 4. Turn the ignition to the on position. 5. Wait a few seconds and return the key to the off position. 6. Make another check for leaks. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 250: Fuses And Relays
Yellow Natural Natural Green Green — — — — — — — — — — 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) COLOR Maxi Cartridge Fuse link fuses maxi fuses cartridge — — — — — —...
Page 251 The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 110V inverter Brake on/off switch SYNC module 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits...
Page 252 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Moon roof Brake-shift i nterlock (BSI), Passenger compartment fuse panel, Keypad illumination Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left)
Page 253 Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 254 Location Rating 80A Midi 125A Midi 15A* 30A** 20A** 40A** 10A* 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Power steering control module Passenger compartment fuse panel Heated mirror Rear defroster Rear power point Electric vacuum pump Powertrain control module (PCM) –...
Page 255 Motor electronics coolant pump relay, Electronic A/C compressor 15A* Universal exhaust gas oxygen (UEGO) sensor, PCM – emission related powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits...
Page 256 — — — — — 10A* — * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits PCM power Cooling fan 1 relay Electric vacuum pump mechanical relay Cooling fan main relay...
Page 257: Changing Tires
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 259 • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 260 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo area behind an access panel. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 261 2. Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack. 3. Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262 WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 263 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 264 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265 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). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266 Make sure the jack is fully lowered and reclip the tools onto the jack. Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area. To replace the jack in the vehicle, 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 3. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing down. If your vehicle is equipped with aluminum wheels, remove the wheel ornament. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 268: 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 269: 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...
Page 270 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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 Roadside Emergencies 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. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
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 2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales Manager, Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager. 3. If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies, please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: •...
Page 277 Customer Assistance In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB...
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 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 281 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations. If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer.
Page 282: 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 283: Cleaning
• Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 284 • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 285 Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 286 • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 287 (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 288 Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of the leather. Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or soft brush. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 289 UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Cleaning...
Page 290 Cleaning 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; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 291: Maintenance And Specifications
Do not come in contact with these components. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 292 The following are specific locations in the rear cargo area that consist of high voltage components and/or wiring. 1. High voltage connector shield 2. Service disconnect 3. High voltage battery case 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 293 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 294: Engine Compartment
3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Low voltage (underhood) battery 7. Engine air filter assembly 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 295 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 296 The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 297: Engine Oil
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 298 4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it is seated. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 302: Engine Coolant And Motor/Electronics Coolant
Your vehicle is equipped with two separate coolant systems. One is for engine cooling and the other is for various electric motors and other components that are specific to the hybrid operating systems. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 303 If the level falls below, add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. When the engine is cold, check the level of engine coolant in the reservoir. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 304 COLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 305 • Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 306 If necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 307 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 308: Fuel Information
WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 310 2. Open the fuel filler door. 3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leave the nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel as normal. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 311 (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 312 Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) (R+M)/2 METHOD...
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 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles–3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 315 Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, very hot or very cold temperatures give lower fuel economy. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 316 • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 317 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 318 After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the service engine soon 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 319 Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) indicator remains on, have your vehicle...
Page 320: Air Filter(S)
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 321 All motor vehicles and their components were engineered and tested for reliable, regular driving. Long term storage under various conditions may lead to component degradation or failure unless specific precautions are taken to preserve the components. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 322 Note: During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add Motorcraft Gas Stabilizer or equivalent meeting Ford material specification ESE-M99C112-A to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days.
Page 323 • Check brake pedal operation. Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters) back and forth to remove rust build up. • Check fluid levels (including coolant, oil and gas) to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are at recommended levels. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 324: 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.
Page 325: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities
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Page 328: Engine Data
Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY DATA High voltage battery Battery chemistry Nominal voltage Battery system capacity 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) 2.5L I4 engine 87 octane 1-3-4-2 Coil on plug 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35mm) 12.3:1...
Page 329 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 330 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 Electronically-controlled continuously variable transmission, eCVT 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Code...
Page 331: Accessories
FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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 332 Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer.
Page 333 • 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. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Accessories...
Page 334: Ford Extended Service Plan
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) 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”...
Page 335 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 336 Ford Extended Service Plan 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 337 Motor Company dealers. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. NOTE: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage. This information is subject to change.
Page 338: Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Every manufacturer develops these systems using different specifications and performance features. That’s why it’s important to rely upon your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership to properly diagnose and repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
Page 339 Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your vehicle’s needs. Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great.
Page 340 With factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers can offer. WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?
Page 341 In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great.
Page 342 Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Inspect clutch operation, if equipped. Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle.
Page 343 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 344: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log
The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions noted. Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 345 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 346 100,000 miles (160,000 km) Initial replacement at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 347 OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE...
Page 348 OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE...
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Page 350 Scheduled Maintenance Guide SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance.
Page 351 Instrument Cluster chapter. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Page 352 OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE...
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Page 354 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever occurs first. The 3,000 mile (4,800 km) lubricant change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction- Lok rear axles (refer to Maintenance product and specifications in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for details).
Page 355 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change engine and motor/electronics coolant (whichever comes first). ❑ After initial change - change engine and motor/electronics coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 356: Engine Coolant Change Log
OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION P&A C RO#: OURS ILEAGE...
Page 357: Index
...320 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...227 fluid, refill capacities ...325 fluid, specification ...325 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ...42 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Auxiliary power point ...74 Axle lubricant specifications ...325 refill capacities ...325...
Page 358 (see Speed control) ...79 Customer Assistance ...246 Ford Extended Service Plan ...334, 337 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...280 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Getting roadside assistance ...246 Getting the service you need ...275 Ordering additional owner’s...
Page 359 ...312, 328 quality ...312 running out of fuel ...269, 313 safety information relating to automotive fuels ...308 Fuses ...250–251 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Garage door opener ...84 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...310 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...314...
Page 360 (ABS) ...217 Load limits ...198 Loading instructions ...205 Locks autolock ...101, 103 childproof ...105 doors ...101 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lubricant specifications ...325 Lug nuts ...268 Luggage rack ...92 Manual transmission fluid capacities ...325 lubricant specifications ...325...
Page 361 ...108 replacing the batteries ...107 Reverse sensing system ...229 Roadside assistance ...246 Roof rack ...92 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...127, 131–133, 135 Safety Canopy ...151–152, 154 Safety defects, reporting ...282...
Page 362 Tires ...177–178, 257 alignment ...186 care ...181 changing ...257, 260, 262 checking the pressure ...181 inflating ...179 label ...192 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) replacing ...183 rotating ...186 safety practices ...185 sidewall information ...187 snow tires and chains ...197 spare tire ...258, 260...
Page 363 Warning lights (see Lights) ...18 Washer fluid ...295 Water, Driving through ...245 Windows power ...76 rear wiper/washer ...70 2011 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Index Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...69 checking and adding fluid ...295 liftgate reservoir ...295...

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