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Ford 2012 Escape Owner's Manual

Ford 2012 Escape Owner's Manual (362 pages)

2012

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.61 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Introduction

4
Instrument Cluster

12
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  12
- Gauges
  17
  - Speedometer
    18
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
    18
  - Fuel Gauge
    18
  - Tachometer
    19
  - Odometer
    19
  - Trip Odometer
    19
- Message Center
  20
  - Trip A/B
    20
  - Miles (Km) to E
    20
  - AVG MPG (L/100Km)
    21
  - MPG (L/Km)
    21
  - Press Reset for English
    22
  - Reset for System Check
    22
  - Units
    22
  - Autolamp
    23
  - Autolock/Autounlock
    23
  - Rear Park Aid
    23
  - Language = English/Spanish/French
    23
  - System Warnings
    24
Entertainment Systems

28
- AM/FM Single CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
  28
- Audio Systems
  28
- Setting the Clock
  28
- AM/FM Radio
  29
- Cat/Fold(Category/Folder)
  30
- CD/MP3 Player
  30
- RDS Radio
  30
- Satellite Radio
  32
- Sound Adjustments
  35
- Extra Features
  36
- Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
  37
  - General Audio Information
    39
  - Radio Frequencies
    39
- USB Port
  39
  - CD/CD Player Care
    40
  - Radio Reception Factors
    40
  - MP3 Track and Folder Structure
    41
  - Sample MP3 Structure
    42
- Satellite Radio Information
  42
  - Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
    43
  - SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
    43
- Navigation System
  45
- Sync
  45
Climate Controls

46
Lights

53
- Autolamp Control
  53
- Autolamp Delay System
  53
- Headlamp Control
  53
- Flash-To-Pass
  54
- Fog Lamp Control
  54
- High Beams
  54
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  55
- Panel Dimmer Control
  55
- Aiming the Headlamps
  56
- Vertical Aim Adjustment
  56
- Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
  57
- Interior Lamps
  57
- Turn Signal Control
  57
  - Cargo and Dome Lamp
    58
  - Map Lamps
    58
  - Ambient Lighting
    59
- Bulb Replacement
  59
Driver Controls

65
- Multi-Function Lever
  65
- Windshield Wiper Rainlamp Feature
  65
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  65
- Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
  66
- Steering Wheel Adjustment
  66
  - Tilt Steering Wheel
    66
  - Illuminated Visor Mirror
    67
  - Overhead Console
    67
  - Slide-On-Rod Feature
    67
  - Storage Compartment
    67
  - Compass Zone Adjustment
    68
  - Electronic Compass
    68
  - Center Console
    69
  - Compass Calibration Adjustment
    69
  - Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)
    70
- Power Windows
  71
  - Rear Window Buffeting
    71
  - Accessory Delay
    72
  - Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror
    72
  - Interior Mirror
    72
  - Window Lock
    72
  - Exterior Mirrors
    73
  - Fold-Away Mirrors
    73
  - Power Side View Mirrors
    73
  - Heated Outside Mirrors
    74
- Speed Control
  74
- Moon Roof
  78
Locks and Security

92
- Keys
  92
  - Mykey Feature
    93
  - Mykey Restricted Features
    93
  - Create a Mykey
    94
  - Programming Mykey Optional Settings
    94
  - Clear Mykey
    95
  - Check Mykey System Status
    95
  - Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems
    95
  - Power Door Locks
    98
  - Door Key Unlocking/Locking
    98
  - Autolock
    98
  - Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
    99
  - Keyless Entry Keypad Procedure
    99
  - Autounlock
    100
  - Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
    100
  - Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
    101
  - Smart Unlocking Feature
    101
  - Childproof Door Locks
    102
  - Remote Entry System
    102
  - Two Step Door Unlocking
    103
  - One Step Door Unlocking
    103
  - Switching from Two Step to One Step Door Unlocking
    104
  - Opening the Liftgate Glass
    104
  - Car Finder
    104
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    104
  - Replacing the Battery (Transmitter)
    105
  - Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
    105
  - How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
    105
  - Securicode Keyless Entry System
    106
  - Illuminated Entry
    106
  - Illuminated Exit
    106
  - Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
    106
  - Erasing Personal Code
    107
  - Anti-Scan Feature
    107
  - Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
    108
  - Unlocking and Locking the Doors and Liftgate Using Keyless Entry
    108
  - Anti-Theft Indicator
    109
  - Automatic Arming
    109
  - Automatic Disarming
    109
  - Replacement of Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
    110
  - Programming Spare Keys
    110
Seating and Safety Restraints

112
- Adjustable Head Restraints
  112
- Adjusting the Front Manual Seat
  115
- Using the Manual Lumbar Support
  115
- Adjusting the Front Power Seat
  116
- Heated Seats
  117
- Rear Seats
  118
- Second Row Adjustable Head Restraints
  118
- Folding down Second Row Seats
  121
- Returning the Second Row Seats to Upright Position
  123
- Personal Safety System
  124
- Safety Belt System
  128
Tires, Wheels and Loading

172
- 4WD System
  173
- How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
  173
- Vehicle Characteristics
  173
- Tire Information
  174
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    174
  - Temperature a B C
    175
  - Traction AA a B C
    175
  - Treadwear
    175
  - Glossary of Tire Terminology
    176
  - Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure
    177
- Tire Inflation
  177
  - Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
    179
  - Tire Care
    179
  - Tire Wear
    179
  - Tire Replacement Requirements
    180
  - U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
    180
  - Highway Hazards
    182
  - Tire and Wheel Alignment
    183
  - Tire Rotation
    183
  - Information Containded on the Tire Sidewall
    184
  - Information on “P” Type Tires
    184
  - Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
    187
  - Information on “T” Type Tires
    188
  - Location of the Tire Label
    188
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  189
  - Changing Tires with a TPMS
    190
  - When You Believe Your TPMS System Is Not Operating Properly
    191
  - How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
    192
  - When Inflating Your Tires
    192
  - Snow Tires and Cables
    193
  - Base Curb Weight
    194
  - Payload
    194
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    194
- Vehicle Loading
  194
- Trailer Towing
  201
  - Hitches
    202
  - Safety Chains
    202
  - Driving While You Tow
    203
  - Trailer Brakes
    203
  - Trailer Lamps
    203
  - Launching or Retrieving a Boat
    204
- Recreational Towing
  204
- Trailer Towing Tips
  204
Driving

206
- Starting
  206
- Brakes
  212
  - Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    213
  - ABS Warning Lamp
    213
  - Brake over Accelerator
    213
  - Parking Brake
    214
  - Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (RSC) System
    215
  - Traction Control (TCS)
    217
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    218
  - Roll Stability Control (RSC)
    218
  - Switching off Traction Control
    219
  - Trailer Sway Control
    220
  - Steering
    221
  - Preparing to Drive
    222
  - Brake-Shift Interlock
    222
  - Automatic Transmission Operation
    224
  - P (Park)
    224
  - R (Reverse)
    225
  - N (Neutral)
    225
  - D (Drive) with Overdrive
    225
  - D (Drive) with Grade Assist
    225
  - Manual Transmission Operation
    226
  - Using the Clutch
    226
  - Recommended Shift Speeds
    227
  - Reverse
    227
- Reverse Sensing System
  228
- Parking Your Vehicle
  228
- Rear-View Camera System
  230
  - Image Delay if Displayed through the Rearview Mirror
    230
  - Image Delay if Displayed through the Navigation Screen
    230
  - Active Park Assist (APA)
    232
  - Automatic Search for Parking Space
    232
  - Automatic Steering into Parking Space
    233
  - APA Finished
    234
  - APA Troubleshooting
    235
  - Driving with Blind Spot Mirrors
    237
  - Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System
    238
  - Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
    238
  - If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
    239
  - If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
    239
  - Emergency Maneuvers
    240
  - Sand
    240
  - Mud and Water
    241
  - Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
    242
  - Driving on Snow and Ice
    243
  - Driving through Water
    244
Roadside Emergencies

245
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  245
- Hazard Flasher Control
  246
- Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  247
- Fuses and Relays
  247
  - Standard Fuse Amperage Rating/Color
    248
  - Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
    248
  - Coded Fuses Table
    249
  - Power Distribution Box
    251
- Changing Tires
  254
  - Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
    255
  - Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
    257
  - Removing the Jack and Tools
    257
  - Removing the Spare Tire or Spare Tire and Tether
    258
  - Tire Change Procedure
    259
  - Stowing the Jack and Tools
    262
  - Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
    263
  - Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
    264
- Jump Starting
  265
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables
    266
  - Removing the Jumper Cables
    267
- Wrecker Towing
  268
- Emergency Towing
  269
Customer Assistance

270
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  277
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
  277
Cleaning

278
- Washing the Exterior
  278
- Exterior Chrome
  278
- Waxing
  278
- Paint Chips
  279
- Aluminium Wheels and Wheel Covers
  279
- Engine Cleaning
  279
- Plastic Parts Cleaning
  281
- Windows and Wiper Blades Cleaning
  281
- Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens Cleaning
  282
- Interior Cleaning
  283
- Leather Seats Cleaning
  283
Maintenance and Specifications

285
- Opening the Hood
  286
- Engine Compartment Components
  287
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
  289
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  289
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  290
- Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
  291
- Checking the Engine Oil
  291
- Adding Engine Oil
  293
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  294
- Battery
  295
  - Engine Coolant Checking
    297
  - Adding Engine Coolant
    298
  - Coolant Refill Capacity
    300
  - Severe Climates
    301
  - What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
    301
  - When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
    302
- Fuel Information
  303
  - Refueling
    305
  - Easy Fuel “No Cap” Fuel System
    306
  - Choosing the Right Fuel
    307
  - FFV Engine
    307
  - Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) Fuel Fill Inlet
    307
  - Octane Recommendations
    307
  - Fuel Quality
    308
  - Running out of Fuel
    308
  - Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
    309
  - Filling the Tank
    310
  - Fuel Economy
    310
  - Fuel Measuring Techniques
    310
  - Calculating Fuel Economy
    311
  - Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
    312
  - Emission Control System
    313
  - On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
    314
  - Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
    315
  - Brake/Clutch Fluid
    316
  - Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
    316
  - Correct Fluid Level
    317
  - High Fluid Level
    317
  - Low Fluid Level
    317
  - Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
    318
  - Checking Transmission Fluid Level for Recreational Flat Tow Operation
    318
- Air Filter(S)
  319
- Part Numbers
  323
- Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
  324
- Engine Data
  327
  - Engine Drivebelt Routing
    327
  - Identifying Your Vehicle
    328
  - Safety Compliance Certification Label
    328
  - Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    328
  - Transmission Code Designations
    329
Accessories

330
Ford Extended Service Plan

332
Scheduled Maintenance

336
Index

355

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