Ford 2005 Escape v.5 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo with CD 17AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

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

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)

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 safety belt

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 safety belt buckles areexposed.

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 Personal Safety System娂 totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-st

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

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Serviceengine soon warn

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System娂 serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediatel

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

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娂 feature. The warnings are the samefor the dr

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

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid theBeltMinder娂 chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase therisk of injury in an accident. T

• After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will beturned on for three seconds.4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, buc

Air bag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.To properly position yourself

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

Front passenger sensing systemThe front passenger sensing system will turn off the front passenger’sfrontal airbag under certain conditions. The front

The indicator light is located in the center stack of the instrument paneljust below the radio.The front passenger sensing system is designed to turn

passenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙pass airbag off⬙ light may or may notbe illuminated according to the table below.ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator Li

• The readiness light will eitherflash or stay lit.• The readiness light will notilluminate immediately afterignition is turned on.• A series of five

To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in thedeployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy娂.How does the Safety Canopy姟 system w

The Safety Canopy娂 system is designed to active when the vehiclesustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the RCM to initiate SafetyCanopy娂 in

Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped): Illuminates when ignitionis first turned ON to check bulb. Blinking indicator indicates system hasbeen disab

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will eitherfla

How does the side airbag system work?The design and development of theside airbag system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by

to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateraldec

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag suppleme

belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of seriousi

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat.Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it e

• LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 48lb. (22 kg) in a child restraint. Top tether anchors can be used forchildren up to 6

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rearseat

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

High beams: Illuminates when thehigh beam headlamps are turned on.Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the OFF

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to m

3. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.There are three tether anchorslocated on the headliner at the rearof the vehicle.4. Clip

Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachments for child seat anchorsSome child safety seats have two rigid or

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the second row seatbetween the cushion and seat back.Follow the child s

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 wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. Information ontransfer case operation and shiftingprocedures can be

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

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions o

• Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall ofeach tire providing information about the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size

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

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

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

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

• hold the steering wheel firmly.• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.The use of tire sealants may damage your tires.T-Type/Mini-Spar

different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. Ifyou have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporaryuse

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

Unbuckle the strap and remove thejack and tools by pulling the rightside up first. Remove the tools fromthe jack in order to remove thespare tire from

To remove jack from vehicle:1. Release the thumbscrew on thebracket.2. Release the retention clip on theupper part of the jack bracket.3. Dislodge the

If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps:4. Lift the spare tire on end toaccess tether attachment (1).5. Use the lug wrench t

Changing the flat tire8. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground.Before

• Rear9. Lower the jack from its storedheight to fit under the jackingnotches. Position the jack accordingto the following guides and turn thejack han

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

11. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stemis facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against thehub.

Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area. To replace the jack in thevehicle,• guide the jack bottom first in thetrim opening and position in the

If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to thevehicle with a tether, perform these steps first, then proceed withthe steps following.1.

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, cha

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

TIRE CAREImproper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wearabnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items:Tire wear

AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)1. BAL (Balance): Press/to shift sound to the left/rightspeakers.2. FADE: Press/ to shiftsound to the fron

Safety practicesDriving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.• Observe posted speed limits• Avoid fast starts, stops and t

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear.Tire rotationRotating your tire

• 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

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

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

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

To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decreaseor increase the minutes.5. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a CD.6. COMP (Compression): In C

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehiclesFor important information regarding safe operation of this typeof veh

• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km(500 miles).• Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for

4x4GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngine MaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Trailer WeightRange - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal area oftrailer - ft2(m)2

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trai

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin

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 steering column and allows keyremoval.2. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccess

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.Important saf

If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Push the clutch pedal to thefloor.3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) wit

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel

14. CD: Press to enter CD mode orto play a CD already loaded into thesystem.15. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.16. BASS: Press/

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.

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.See your dealer or a qua

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with alower center of gravity.

3. Insert a screwdriver or similartool straight down into the accesshole and press downward whilepulling the gearshift lever out of theP (Park) positi

Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxleYour automatic overdrive transaxleprovides fully automatic operation ineither D (Overdrive) or with theO/

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransaxleThis vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive

• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gearTo put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch

• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turnedoff.2 (Second)This position allows for second gear only.• Provides engine braki

MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Using the clutchVehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interruptinterlock that prevents cran

Seating and Safety Restraints 99Seating 99Safety restraints 106Airbags 120Child restraints 133Tires, Wheels and Loading 144Tire Information 147Tire In

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

Recommended shift speedsUpshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy:Upshifts when accelerating(recommended for best fuel economy)1

Parking your vehicle1. Apply the brake and shift into theneutral position.2. Set the parking brake.3. Depress the clutch, then shift into1 (First).124

4. Turn the ignition to position 1(LOCK) to shut the engine off andremove the ignition key.Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpected

4WD system messages in Message Center (if equipped)• SERVICE 4WD: Displayed when 4WD system requires service. Pleasebring your vehicle to your local d

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.• It may be safer to stay on th

Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergenc

be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to backout the way you came if you proceed with caution.Mud and waterIf you must drive thr

or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steepslopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways andpossibly rolling

Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn thesteering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.Avoid sud

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when R (Reverse

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

The RSS detects obstacles up to 61⁄2feet (2 meters) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corners of thebumper, (refer to the

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

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

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind aflip-up cover, by the kick panelaccess cover.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located on theright-hand side of the centerconsole, by the instrument panel.Remove the panel cover t

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription1 15A* Trailer tow park lamps2 — Not used3 1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription8 — Not used9 30A** Power door locks, Power seats10 15A* Heated mirrors11 1

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protec

to decrease minutes or TUNE to increase minutes. If your vehiclehas a stand alone clock this control will not function.10. BAL (Balance): Press BAL;th

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description4 5A* Keep Alive Power (KA PWR)5 15A* Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO)sensors6 20A*

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box DescriptionR4 — Cooling fan relayR5 — High/Low speed fan relay 1R6 — Blower motor relayR7 — Sta

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

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

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum

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

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

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

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

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes.• avai

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• Three consumer representatives• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in animpartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by theCanadian Mot

details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit theFord ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CA

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached b

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

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

• 2.3L I4• 3.0L DOHC V6 — Duratec Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLA

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

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags:• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Remov

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its

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

• Manual transmission:1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral).2. Block the wheels.Note: Do not start your e

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.3L I4 engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Automatic transmission di

3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick4. Brake fluid reservoi

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

• 2.3L I4 engine• 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine• If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oilin this chapter.• Do not overfill

TEXT: TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. YourAudiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kitto enable

Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil in this chapter.2. If the engine oil level is not within t

Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in scheduled maintenance information.Ford production and aftermarket (Mo

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near th

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission

• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should

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

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

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolantin this section.Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less th

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area.• Theindicator light

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautionsDo not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leak

8. BAL (Balance): Press BAL; thenpress SEL/ to shift sound tothe right/left speakers.FADE: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to thefront/rear

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the ground.• DO NOT

Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by lawand could damage your vehicle.Your vehicle was not designed

Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance and emission

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fu

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelecon

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in scheduled mainten

• Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially athigh speeds.• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance informationperf

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists theservice technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When the Checkengine/Service e

POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduledmaintenance information for theservice interval schedules. If addingfluid is

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

The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines

Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at the bottom of the dipstickand the outside temperatures areabove 50°F (10°C).Correct fl

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician.An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagem

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)The clutch master cylinder andbrake master cylinder are part ofthe same system; both are refillablethrough the brake master

5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure good sealing.6. Install a new air filter element. Becareful n

equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be voidfor any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is notused.3For spark plug re

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityTransmissionfluid1Motorcraft SAE75W-90API GL-4 GearOilManual transaxle(2WD)2.4 quarts(2.3L)2Manual transaxle(4X

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityRear axlelubricantMotorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant4X4 2.96 pints (1.4L)5Windshieldwasher fluidMot

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

Item Ford PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationManual transaxle Motorcraft SAE75W-90 Gear OilF32Z-19C547–MA WSS-M2C203-A1Automatictran

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

44X4 vehicles exposed for prolonged periods to temperatures less than–40° F (-40° C) should change out the rear axle fluid to Motorcraft SAE75W-140 Sy

2005 Escape (204)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus)Maintenance and Specifications281

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

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake type and Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through 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

AAccessory delay ...64Air cleaner filter ...273–274Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ...120,

in front seat ...137in rear seat ...137Cleaning your vehicleengine compartment ...238in

fail-safe cooling ...257idle speed control ...251lubricationspecifications ...278, 280refill capaci

AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD MODULAR AUDIO (IF EQUIPPED)1. CD: To begin CD play, pressLOAD. When the system is ready toaccept a disc, IN will appear on

Infant seats(see Safety seats) ...136Inspection/maintenance (I/M)testing ...268Instrument panel

Passenger OccupantClassification Sensor ...108Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...219Power mirrors ...

care ...169changing ...153checking the pressure ...149inspecting and in

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Maintenance and Specifications 243Engine compartment 245Engine oil 247Battery 251Engine Coolant 253Fuel information 259Air filter(s) 274Part numbers 2

2. AUTO — SCAN:AUTO: Automemory tuning allows you to setstrong radio stations without loosingyour original manually set preset stations.Press the AM o

the hour set control (H) to set the hours. Press AUTO-S on the minuteset control (M) to adjust the minutes. Press CLK again to disengageclock mode.6.

15. SEEK — TRACK: In radiomode, press to find the next ()or previous ( ) listenable stationon the frequency band.In CD mode, press to listen the next

2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), songtitle (So), artist text (Ar) or albumtext (AL) may be viewed whileplaying an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is

Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to therear/front speakers.9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL toaccess AUTOSET, Speed sensitivevolume and Sett

14. FF(Fast forward): In CD/MP3mode, press until desired selectionis reached.15. REW(Rewind): In CD/MP3mode, press until desired selectionis reached.1

21. COMP(Compression): Bringssoft and loud CD passages togetherfor a more consistent listening levelwhen in CD mode. Press COMP to turn the feature ON

PREMIUM SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FMSTEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD/MP3 — LATE AVAILABILITY(IF EQUIPPED)1. CD slot: Insert a CD with thelabel side up.CD units

2. CD Eject: Press to eject a CD.The radio will resume playing.3. Mute: Press to MUTE playingmedia; press again to return to theplaying media.4. Tape

Dolby: In tape mode, press MENU until DOLBY B XX appears in thedisplay. Press SEL to toggle ON/OFF.The Dolby威 noise reduction system is manufactured u

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

button press to proceed to the next/last text display. ) The last text fieldshown on the display will become the new display message default.TEXT is a

18. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of all listenable stations,tape selections or CD tracks. Pressagain to stop.19. Tune/CAT: TUNE: Works inradio

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThere are three factors that can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweak

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Air flow selections: Controlsthe directi

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDIT

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake

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

1. Turn the key to the 1 (LOCK)position.2. Rotate the headlamp control tothe autolamp position.3. Rotate the headlamp control tothe OFF position.4. Tu

Smart park lamps (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with the DRL and autolamp features, yourpark lamps will turn on automatically when lighting

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

• Push and hold bottom of controlto dim.AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.If your vehicle has

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge of highintensity light towards the right. Ifthis edge is not a

The dome lamp control has threepositions:• OFF: In this position, the lampwill not illuminate.• DOOR: In this position, the domelamp will illuminate o

Interior lighting battery saverThe dome and/or cargo lamps will automatically extinguish after 10minutes when the ignition key is OFF, a door has been

Replacing the interior bulbsCheck the operation of all bulbs frequently.Replacing headlamp bulbs1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF p

Highbeam bulb replacement4. Locate the bulb that is the mostcenter in the vehicle and removethe electrical connector by pulling itstraight off.5. Loos

Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbsThe brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lampassembly, one just below the other. Follo

3. Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb.4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning it clockwise.5. To install, press th

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

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

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 ice

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers:• Rem

• Reinstall the rubber actuator (1) in the storage compartment (7) bytwisting and pushing it back into the slot.• Install the transmitter (6) on to st

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

Window lock (if equipped)The window lock feature disables allthe power windows except thedriver’s.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the dr

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Do not re

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET ACCcontrol until you get to thedesired spee

• Press the speed control OFFcontrol.Note: When you turn off the speedcontrol or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased.CENTER CON

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)To operate the moon roof:• The moon roof is equipped withan automatic, one-touch, expressopening feature. Press andrelease the

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.To access this information, special equipment must be d

Selectable featuresSetThis button is used to select andreset various functions shown in theINFO Menu.Info menuThis control displays the followingcontr

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.It is important to press the SET control after setting the speed control toget accurate highwa

System checkSelecting this function from theINFO menu causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. For eachof the mon

3. Press and hold the SET controlfor 2 seconds to set the languagechoice.Display OffSelect this function from the INFO control to turn your message ce

Liftgate ajar Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to ON.Service emission sysCheck fuel capLow brake fluidService brake systemChec

LIFTGATE AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate glass is notcompletely closed. Press SET to reset display.PARK BRAKE ON. Displayed when the par

left is between 5% and 0%, the ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON messagewill be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the ENGINE OILCHANGE NOW message will b

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 adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable).2. Slide the cros

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-

To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rackside rails:1. Ensure that both cross-barassemblies are installed with the F(front) a

NO BOUNDARIES RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped withan optional roof rack. This uniquefeature allows you to carry cargo onan inner

3. Slide the inner rack rearward,with an initial pull to release therack from its stowed position, untilit has completely extended andstops.4. Lower t

6. Figure shows foot (A) clickedinto place correctly.7. With the locking tab (B)exposed on the foot, this figureshows the rack is not installedcorrect

To stow the inner rack:1. Rotate the handle on the lift barof the inner rack in the direction ofthe arrows on the handle and pullthe inner rack away f

5. Lift the feet over the side rails and lock them into place.6. Ensure both feet are locked and secured into place.To adjust the cross-bar assembly o

Always stow the inner rack on the roof when using an automatedcar wash.Do not attempt to open the liftgate or rear window when the rackis in the down

KEYSOne key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency.Your keys are programmed to your v

7. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position.The horn will chirp one time to confirm the programming mode has beenexited.Re

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

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

• weak or dead transmitter battery.The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. The remote lockingand unlocking

and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. Formore information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimeteralarm syste

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked.2. Put the key in the ignition.3. Turn the key from the 1 (L

Illuminated exit• The interior lights will illuminate when the key is removed from theignition.The lamps automatically turn off after 25 seconds. The

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flashrapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position. Ifthis

Programming spare keysYou can program your own coded keys to your vehicle.Tips:• A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle.• Only use Secur

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’sengine and the theft

When you press the control on the remote entry transmitter twicewithin three seconds, the horn will chirp once to confirm the doors,liftgate and hood

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