Ford Escape User Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction Instrument Cluster
Warning and control lights Gauges

4 10
10 13

Entertainment Systems
AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

15
15 18

Climate Controls
Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning

31
31 32

Lights
Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement

34
34 37 39

Driver Controls
Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control

44
44 45 49 50 51

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Locks and Security
Keys Locks Anti-theft system

65
65 65 70

Seating and Safety Restraints
Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints

75
75 85 96 103

Driving
Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing

115
115 119 121 143

Roadside Emergencies
Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing

148
148 149 149 150 157 162 168

Customer Assistance
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

170
179

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Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications
Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications

180 186
188 190 194 201 215 220 220 223

Accessories Index

229 233

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in... [continues]

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