Ford 2005 Escape Hybrid v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 14Warning and control lights 14Gauges 18Entertainment Systems 20AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 20AM/FM stereo with in-

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental restraint

Warnings Status4X4 locked temporarily Temporary alert4X4 disabled temporarily4X4 auto restoredJump start completeJS abort see manualSTOP SAFELY NOW. D

LIFTGATE GLASS AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate glass is notcompletely closed.SERVICE SOON. Displayed when service lamp (yellow wrench ) isactivated.

CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turnsignals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps assoon as safely possible

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change(approximately 10,000 miles [16,000 km] or 12 months) perform thefollowing:1. Press th

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:1. Power point2. Cupholders3. Utility compartment4. Ash cup (i

LIFTGATETo open the rear window, pull theright side of the liftgate handle.To open the liftgate, pull the leftside of the liftgate handle.• Do not ope

Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features.The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it isnot securely installed

To remove the cross-bar assembly from the roof rack side rails:1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable).2

To reinstall the cross-bar assembly to the roof rack side rails:1. Ensure that both cross-barassemblies are installed with the F(front) arrow facing t

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.You

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e

7. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (OFF/LOCK)position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm the programming modehas been exite

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. The remote lockingand unlocking features will operateindependent o

If any of the doors or the hood are not properly closed, the horn willchirp twice and park/turn lamps will not flash when thecontrol ispressed.Soundin

5. Snap the two halves back together.Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitterto become deprogrammed from your vehicle. T

8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position after you have finishedprogramming

• Open the driver’s door and press the power door lock control to lockall the doors, and then close the door.Note: The doors, liftgate and hood will a

FRONT SEATSNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent

Adjusting the front manual seatLift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Adjusting the front power seat (if equippe

Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down.Heated seats (if equipped)

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

The head restraints can be movedup and down. Lift the head restraintso that it is located directly or asclose as possible behind your head.Push contro

3. Pull the seat release control.Note: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat.4. Flip seat forward.Attach the seatbelt we

5. To release seatback, pull theseatback release lever (on top ofseat) toward the front seat. This iscommon for both 60% and 40%seatbacks.Note: When t

2. Rotate seat cushion down into theseating position making sure thatthe seat cushion is locked into placeand that the seat belt buckles areexposed.Ma

To remove the rear cushion1. Lift the yellow tab to release thehinges.2. Pull the cushion to the outboardside of the vehicle.To install the rear cushi

• Front crash severity sensor.• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone.• The

Driver’s seat position sensorThe driver’s seat position sensor allows your Safety System to tailor thedeployment level of the driver air bag based on

Front safety belt usage sensorsThe front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver andfront outboard passenger safety belts are faste

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and warning light are repaired.If any of these thin

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.Safety belts and seats can becom

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

All safety belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.The passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes describedbelow:Vehic

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder b

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label.

Both the driver’s and passenger’s safety belt usages are monitored andeither may activate the BeltMinder feature. The warnings are the samefor the dri

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...⬙Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...⬙The people I’m with don’twear belts⬙Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE peop

The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features can bedeactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:Before following the procedure, m

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to ma

Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body in

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford orLincoln Mercury dealer.Modificati

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustains alongitudinal deceleration su

• one or more impact and safing sensors• a readiness light and tone• a diagnostic module• and the electrical wiring which connects the componentsThe R

• a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period oftime,• A smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints,or

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seatbelts, it’svery important that they continue to sit upright, with their back againstthe s

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front air bag system toaccommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center a

Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy娂 couldinjure you as it deploys from the headliner.Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify th

• Two crash sensors mounted at lower B-Pillar (one on each side).• Two crash sensors located at the c-pillar behind the rear doors (oneon each side).•

If the Safety Canopy娂 system has deployed, the SafetyCanopy娂 will not function again unless replaced. TheSafety Canopy娂 system (including the A, B and

Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injureyou as it deploys from the side of the seatback.Do not attempt to service, repair, or

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interiorfloor coverings or other

by the collision will be inflated. If the front passenger sensing systemdetects an empty seat, the front passenger seat-mounted side air bag willbe de

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on.• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatp

Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as sp

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 kg).The shoulder belt should cr

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air bagsupplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chap

Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin the front seats.Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder be

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions:Attach the tether strap onlyto the appropriate tetheranchor as shown. The teth

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. If this light continues toflash th

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.The arrow in the above graphicpoints toward the front of thevehicle.If the tether strap is clipped inco

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at thefollowing locations:The anchors on both sides of thecenter of the rear seat are provi

Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to theanchors shown.If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

TIRESTires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but theymust be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them.Glossary

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired.A

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tir

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.ABS active/Traction control娂active (if equipped): Flasheswhen the ABS system

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the othertires. Check the ti

• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.The use of tire sealants may damage your tires.T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information (if equipped)Y

you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporaryuse only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it assoon

To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions)the wheel that is diag

Remove the lug wrench from thejack in order to remove the sparetire from under the vehicle. Toremove jack from vehicle release thethumbscrew on the br

5. Use the lug wrench to remove thelug nut from the spare tire tether.6. If not replacing the spare or flattire to the underbody storage area,raise wi

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9. Lower the jack from its storedheight to fit under the jackingnotches. Position the jack accordingto the following guides and turn thejack handle cl

14. Reinstall the jack and tools inthe cargo area. To replace jack invehicle, guide the jack bottom firstin trim opening and position inbracket, secur

your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch, guide the tire withone hand; keep the rear of the tire tilted down until the tireclears the bumper.6. C

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Battery gauge: Providesinformation about the vehicle’senergy usage.• ASSIST — Battery provides e

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas.

• Avoid potholes and objects on the road• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingIf your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand

Tire rotationRotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in theScheduled Maintenance Guide that comes with your vehicle) will helpyo

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:• SAE class “S” cables should ONLY be used on the front axle forP235/70R16 tires. W

Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.To reset, press and hold the tripreset button for one or two seconds;this return

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), a

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how thisreduc

Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stoppingdistance, should be taken

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Certification label. Forload specification terms found on the label, refer to Vehicle loading inthis cha

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result inengine damage, transmission dam

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

Seating and Safety Restraints 117Seating 117Safety restraints 124Air bags 138Child restraints 151Tires, Wheels and Loading 163Tire Information 167Tire

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED)1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume.2. Scan: Press to hear a br

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:• causing internal damage to the components.• affecting driveability, emissions and

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal.2. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the r

Before starting the vehicle:1. Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts. For moreinformation on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to

5. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights on the instrument panel clusterilluminate or illumin

Turn the key to 4 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as thevehicle starts. After the vehicle hasbeen started, a vehicle outlined andilluminated in g

Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least one inch (2.

Using ABSWhen hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness

to interact with the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Regenerative brakingis disabled when the ABS is activated or the battery is fully charged.Parking b

PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLEUtility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.In a rollover crash, an unbelted

2. Using a screwdriver or similartool, carefully pry out the small,round, tethered Brake TransmissionShift Interlock (BTSI) cover caplocated to the ri

into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD tobecome jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs beidentified with permanent felt tip mark

Understanding the gearshift positions of theelectronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT)P (Park)This position locks the transaxle

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent 4WD System thatcontinuously monitors vehicle conditions and automatically adjusts thepower distribution b

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering and b

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damageto the transmission and tires may occur or the engine mayoverheat.Always set the parking

• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., fromconcrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicleresponds to a ma

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nation’swilderness ar

Driving on snow and ice4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan skid like any other vehicle.Should you start to slide whi

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially if the depth is not known. Never drive th

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

the TUNE to decrease minutes or TUNE to increase minutes. Ifyour vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function.10. Balance: Press BAL

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

After an accident, if the engine does not start, one or both of theswitches may have been activated.The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the fro

To reset the switch(es):1. Turn the ignition LOCK.2. Check the fuel system for leaks.3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on th

COLORFuseratingMini fusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge10A Red Red ———15A Blue Blue ———20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue2

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 — Not used2 5A* Spare3 15A* Front and rear

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description11 15A* Spare12 5A* Radio13 — Not used14 — Not used15 30A** Power windows16

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that prot

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription4 7.5A* Traction (High voltage) BatteryControl Module (TBCM),Powertrain Control Modul

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription28 30A** Rear defroster29 — Not used30 40A** SJB (Passenger compartment fusebox) powe

Auxiliary relay boxThe relay box is located on the radiator support (left of the hood latch).Fuse/Relay Location DescriptionRelay 1 Driver side coolin

15. Side 1–2: Works in tape modeonly. Press to play reverse side ofthe tape.16. Fast Forward (FF): In CDmode, press for a slow advance,press and hold

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted.Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. This vehicle does notha

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

The high voltage battery contains potassium hydroxide (a strongalkaline electrolyte) which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, ifcontacted.Do not attemp

If the engine still does not start after the first complete high voltagejump start, a second jump start procedure can be attempted after atwo-minute p

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

21. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, selection or track.22. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.MACH姞 300 SAT

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

Additional AssistanceIf you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wishto contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.).In some st

In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify themanufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at thefollowing address:For

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warrantyhas expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibilityis

• The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s).• A description of the action you expect to resolve your concern.You will r

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

3. DSP (Digital SignalProcessing): Press DSP to accessthe Ambiance menu. Ambiance givesthe feeling of “being there” to yourmusic, creating increased c

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. Note: As with all transmissions, be especially careful aswater entry in

Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean theinside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may causedamage to the rear window d

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.Do not use chemical solvents or

Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94)Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not ava

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

1. High voltage connector shield2. Service Disconnect3. High voltage battery caseWorking with the engine off1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (P

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel.2. At the front of the vehicle, lif

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.3L I4 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Motor/Electronics (M/E) coolant reservoir3. Engine oil fil

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).4. Open

Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to thefront/rear speakers.9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL toaccess clock mode, RDS on/off,Traffic, Program

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise1/4 of a turn unt

LOW VOLTAGE (UNDERHOOD) BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water durin

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

Checking engine coolantThe concentration and level ofengine coolant should be checked atthe mileage intervals listed in theScheduled Maintenance Guide

Factory fill and coolant specificationsYour vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and waterconcentration. If the concentration of coo

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B(CA and OR only), meeting Ford SpecificationWSS-M

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly tu

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F[–36° C ]):• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stopsbefore completely rem

12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FMfrequency band.Autoset: Allows you to set thestrongest local radio stations without losing your original manually setp

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin

After refueling, if the “CHECK FUEL CAP” indicator comes on and stayson when you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properlyinstalled. T

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofga

Fuel FilterFor fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading.4. Subtract your initial odometer reading fro

Maintenance• Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.• Keep wheels properly aligned.• Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubrican

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

On board diagnostics (OBD-II)Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’semission control system. This system is commonly known

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the

NOTE: The brake system on the Hybrid Escape can only be bled at aqualified Ford dealer.TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking electronically controlled continuous

16. Scan: Press to move up theradio frequency band. SCANautomatically finds a station, plays itfor five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press

5. Using the hole in the splashshield, remove the check plug fromthe side of the transmission.If this is the first check of thetransmission fluid, it

7. The fluid level should be within1/4 inch (6 mm) of the plug threads.8. Replace the check plug.Adjusting eCVT fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, m

Changing the air filter element1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter ho

HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY COOLING FILTER (REAR A/C)MAINTENANCEThe high voltage battery has a dedicated A/C cooling system whichincludes an air filter.Refer

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 2.3L I4 engineEngine air filter element FA-17721Rear A/C (high voltage batterycooling) air filter elementFP-51Fuel fi

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidAll Between MINand MAX line

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityRear axlelubricantMotorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant4WD 2.96 pints (1.4L)4Windshieldwasher fluidMot

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationBody hinges,latches, doorstriker platesand rollers, seattracks,

Item Ford PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationAutomatic eCVTtransaxle2MotorcraftMERCON威 (red)ATFn/a MERCONRear axle(4WD)4Motorcraft S

ENGINE DATAEngine 2.3L I4 engineCubic inches 140Required fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1-3-4-2Ignition system Coil on plugSpark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch

AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD MODULAR AUDIO (IF EQUIPPED)1. CD: To begin CD play, insert aCD into the slot, label side up. Thesystem will auto-load the

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehiclethrough your local authorized Ford

Interior styleElectrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrorsFloor matsLeather wrapped steering wheelsScuff platesLifestyleBike racksCargo organ

• To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lockbraking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennasonto their

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATIONWhy maintain your vehicle?This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully following

vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in thebusiness of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading motor vehiclesas well as

WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?Owner Checks and ServicesRefer to Mileage Intervals for Additional Checks and ServicesCertain basic maint

Multi-point InspectionIn order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have thesystems on your vehicle checked regularly. This ca

Maintenance and Specifications 254Engine compartment 257Engine oil 258Battery 261Fuel information 268Air filter(s) 282Part numbers 284Refill capacitie

SCAN: Scan works in radio and CD mode. Press SCAN to hear a briefsampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band or the first tenseconds eac

U.S. SCHEDULEMaintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalMiles (x 1000) 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70Km (x 1000) 8 16 32 48 64 80 96 112Change engine oil and replace

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalMiles (x 1000) 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150Km (x 1000) 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240Change engine oil and repla

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Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:CANADIAN SCHEDULEFor items marked with an asterisk (*), more frequ

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50Change engine oil and replace oil filter* ••••Inspect tires for we

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100Change engine oil and replace oil filter* •••Inspect tires for w

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 105 110 115 120 125 130 135 140 145 150Change engine oil and replace oil filter* ••••Inspect t

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 155 160 165 170 175 180 185 190 195 200Change engine oil and replace oil filter* •••Inspect ti

8. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to playall tracks on the current CD inrandom order.9. RPT (Repeat): Press to repeatthe current CD track. The track willrepeat

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 205 210 215 220 225 230 235 240 245 250Change engine oil and replace oil filter* •••Inspect ti

Maintenance ItemMaintenance IntervalKilometers (x 1000) 255 260 265 270 275 280 285 290 295 300Change engine oil and replace oil filter* ••••Inspect t

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Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONSIf your vehicle is operated in any of

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONSTowing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier• Every 3,000 miles or 3 months: Change engine oil and replace filter

Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed.Date:Odometer reading:R.O.#Dealer’s

Current mileage goes here =>Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000Next change due at this mileage =>OrToday’s date goes here =>Add 3

AAir bag supplemental restraintsystem ...138–139, 145, 148and child safety seats ...140description ...139, 145, 148di

17. FM 1/2: Press to enter FMmode. Press to toggle between FM1and FM2.18. AM: Press to enter AM mode.RADIO FREQUENCIESAM and FM frequencies are establ

plastic parts ...250washing ...248waxing ...248wheels ...

Exhaust fumes ...204FFluid capacities ...285Foglamps ...75Four-Wheel Dr

KKeyspositions of the ignition ...201LLampsautolamp system ...74bulb replacementspecifications chart ...80day

locking/unlocking doors ...109Roadside assistance ...219Roof rack ...106SSafety Belt Maintenance

wrecker ...237Transmission ...208brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...208fluid, checking and add

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CD/CD PLAYER CAREDo:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD

Your Vehicle Navigation Radio is equipped with many different featuresand controls. The labeled controls on the front face of the system (whichare cal

• Do not follow route suggestions if they direct you to perform anunsafe or illegal maneuver, would place you in an unsafe situation, orwould route yo

System overview1. CD slot: Insert an audio CD, label side up.2. Eject: Press this control to ejectan audio CD or a navigation CD.3. Navigation (NAV):

6. ENTER: Use this control whenviewing a menu in the navigationsystem. Press the control up ordown, left or right to highlight anitem in the display.

Turn the control to adjust the audiovolume levels. To adjust the voiceoutput levels from the navigationsystem, adjust the volume levelsonly during voi

Quick start – how to get goingTo play a radio station:1. Ensure that the ignition and the Vehicle Navigation Radio (VNR)system are ON.2. Press the AM/

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

2. Press the NAV control to enterinto Navigation mode.3. To enter a destination, ensurethat the vehicle is in the PARK position.4. To navigate to home

4. HV Battery: This icon represents your High Voltage Battery. The filllevel (shown in green), represents the state of charge of the HV Batteryand wil

The vehicle is in a state similar toidle, except that power is beinggenerated to recharge the highvoltage battery.The vehicle is being powered by thee

The vehicle is driving in electricmode. (Power is coming from theelectric motors and not the engine).Fuel economy screenYour Vehicle Navigation Radio

key is turned out of RUN (however, the average fuel economy bar willretain its value). Press RESET to clear the graph.If the Navigation System has bee

Automatic volume control (AVC)With this feature, radio volume changes automatically with vehicle speedto compensate for road and wind noise. To engage

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM control works in radio,CD and navigation modes.AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AM or FM frequency ba

Adjusting the levels1. Press the MENU control.2. Select the AUDIO OPTIONS softkey.3. Select BASS, TREB (Treble), BAL(Balance) or FADE.The bass adjust

You can then select the followingsignal modes:• JAZZ CLUB — jazz club withclearly reflected sounds• HALL — rectangular concert hallcapacity of about 2

• Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. Afterthe last track has been completed, the first track of the current discwill automat

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

Any preset stored via the presets directly (pressing and holding) in thismode are temporary.A message will indicate whenever a temporary preset is sto

a station is found, pressing the seek up/down or scan will initiate anothersearch. If the desired type cannot be found, “Not Found” appears in thedisp

ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD DJ, other types willdamage the unit.Keep the CD DJ door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage theCD

1. Pull the lever to remove a CDtray from the magazine.2. Insert one disc into each CD trayof the magazine (up to 6 discs).Ensure that the label side

5. Slide the door to the left to close.Use only compact discs containingthis mark.The magazine does not need to be full for the CD DJ to operate.Radio

CD DJ playbackWith a navigation CD inserted intothe audio unit, press CD for CD DJplayback. Without a navigation CDinserted into the audio unit, press

Shuffle modeWhen in CD DJ mode, press SHUFto engage and disengage the shufflefeature. The tracks will be played inrandom order. The unit will play all

Please drive safelyThis screen may appear on yourVNR display. Press the soft key nextto the display to select the desiredlanguage. Press the control n

Limited GPS receptionSystem performance may be adversely affected if GPS reception isinterrupted or interference occurs over a distance of several mil

Map display informationWhen using the navigation system,the map display screen will appearto guide you to your location. Onthe screen, you are able to

NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATIONYour Escape Hybrid has unique qualities which cause it to operatedifferently than a typical vehicle.Starting the vehicle• The

Address/IntersectionUse the soft keys to selectAddress/Intersection from theDestination Entry menu. The nexttwo options available are:• Town/City Name

After making these selections, three further options are displayed:• Show All – Lists entries in alphabetical order.• Sort by Distance – Lists the clo

Entering a destination using the keyboard of listsAfter selecting the desired choicefrom the Destination Entry menu,there are two main ways to enteryo

Route calculationOnce the route criteria is selected, the navigation system automaticallycalculates a route to the selected destination. The route app

Guide displayOnce your vehicle is moving alongthe highlighted route, the Guidedisplay screen will automaticallyappear. This screen shows your nextturn

True viewAs you approach an intersection, theGuide display screen willautomatically change to a close-upview (True view) of the junction.The close-up

Adding, deleting or editing the address bookNote: These features are not available when the vehicle is in motion.1. Ensure that you are in navigationm

Current locationTo access your current location,press this when in navigation mode.Your current location and thename/distance to the next/lastintersec

Route interruptionsIn the course of your destination, you may decide to temporarily leaveyour planned route for gas, food, etc. If you turn off the ig

Navigation optionsOnce in the navigation preferencemenu, you may select from thefollowing options:• VOICE — Select to turn the voiceoutput on or off a

Transmission operation• Your vehicle does not shift like a traditional vehicle. You may feeltransitions between the various operating modes of the hyb

1. Access the CLOCK screen.2. Press the ADJUST control toselect the hours or minutes to set.3. Use the cursor control to increaseor decrease the hours

The navigation system utilizes a database stored in a special format on aCD. It is recommended always to use the latest update of this map CD.• The na

MANUAL HEATING AND AIRCONDITIONING SYSTEM1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Air flow selections: Controlst

Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build up

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst positionto turn on theparking lamps. Rotate to the secondpositionto also turn on theheadlamps.

Autolamp delay system (if equipped)If your vehicle has an autolamp delay feature, you can set the delay timeto keep the headlights on for up to three

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate:• the ignition must be in the 3 (RUN) positi

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel.• Push and hold top of control tobrighten.• Push and hold bottom of controlto

• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the groundand mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference

7. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND ISNON-ADJUSTABLE.8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to act

• You may hear a slight whine or whistle when operating your vehicle.This noise could occur at idle, and during cruising and accelerating; itis caused

For models equipped with a moonroof, the map lamps are located onthe moon roof control panel. Pressthe button on either side of eachmap lamp to illumi

Function Number of bulbs Trade numberPark/turn lamps (front) 2 3157 AK (amber)Headlamps (low beams) 2 H11Headlamps (high beams) 2 H7Rear stop/tail/sid

Lowbeam bulb replacement3. Locate the outboard most bulb,turn it a1⁄4turn to the outside ofthe vehicle and pull the bulb socketstraight out to remove

Note: The bulb’s metal base gets very hot during headlamp operation.Be sure the bulb base is cool before handling.Note: If the bulb is accidentally to

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and then prythe license plate lamp assembly(located above the

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbsFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.Replacing foglamp bulbsFor bulb replacement,

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: For intermittentoperation, move control down oneposition.Adjust the rotary control to thedesired speed setting.F

Rear window wiper/washer controlsFor intermittent operation of rearwiper, rotate end of control upwardto theposition.For normal speed rear wiperoperat

5. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of

Cigar lighter (if equipped)Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket.Do not hold the lighter in with your hand whil

DRIVING TO OPTIMIZE FUEL ECONOMYFuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits andaccessory usage. To optimize the fuel economy in

tab. It will also cause the power point to overload due topowering multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150W loadlimit.The power point can switc

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)With spee

• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) belowyour set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.Resuming a set speedPr

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET ACC control.Disengaging speed controlThere are two ways to disengage

brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicleproblems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicatorchime.Se

• differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps atservice stations• variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another• roun

Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theINFO menu for the current units tobe displayed.2. Press the SET control to changethe message dis

Language1. Select this function from theINFO menu for the current languageto be displayed.2. Pressing the SET control cyclesthe message center through

Warnings StatusStop safely now Warning cannot be resetHigh engine temperatureHigh electric motor temperatureDriver door ajarPassenger door ajarRear le