service indicator FORD ESCAPE 2016 3.G Owner's Manual

Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•
It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer increase the coolant
concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60% will
provide improved freeze point
protection. Engine coolant
concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection
characteristics of the engine coolant
and may cause engine damage.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40% will
provide improved overheat protection.
Engine coolant concentrations below
40% will decrease the freeze and
corrosion protection characteristics of
the engine coolant and may cause
engine damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted engine
coolant for optimum cooling system and
engine protection.
What You Should Know About Fail-
Safe Cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted,
this feature allows the vehicle to be driven
temporarily before incremental component
damage is incurred. The “fail-safe”
distance depends on ambient
temperatures, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the engine
coolant temperature gauge will move to
the red (hot) area and: A high engine temperature
message will appear in the
information display. The service engine soon
indicator will light.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still
operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• The air conditioning system will be
disabled.
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and the engine will
completely shut down, causing steering
and braking effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the
engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate your
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest
in a safe location and seek immediate
repairs. When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle
will have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
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WARNINGS
1. Make sure that you have the
correct tire and wheel size.
2. Lubricate the tire bead and
wheel bead seat area again.
3. Stand at a minimum of 12 feet
(3.66 meters) away from the
wheel and tire assembly.
4. Use both eye and ear
protection.
For a mounting pressure more
than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than
the maximum pressure, a Ford
dealer or other tire service
professional should do the
mounting.
Always inflate steel carcass tires
with a remote air fill with the
person inflating standing at a
minimum of 12 feet (3.66 meters)
away from the wheel and tire
assembly. Important: Remember to replace
the wheel valve stems when the
road tires are replaced on your
vehicle.
It is recommended that the two
front tires or two rear tires
generally be replaced as a pair.
The tire pressure sensors mounted
in the wheels (originally installed
on your vehicle) are not designed
to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not
recommended by Ford Motor
Company may affect the
operation of your tire pressure
monitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoring
system indicator is flashing, your
system is malfunctioning. Your
replacement tire might be
incompatible with your tire
pressure monitoring system, or
some component of the system
may be damaged.
Safety Practices
WARNINGS
If your vehicle is stuck in
snow, mud, or sand, do not
rapidly spin the tires. Spinning the
tires can tear the tire and cause
an explosion. A tire can explode in
as little as three to five seconds. Do not spin the wheels at
over 35 mph (56 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a
passenger or bystander. Driving habits have a great deal
to do with your tire mileage and
safety.
*Observe posted speed limits
*Avoid fast starts, stops and turns
*Avoid potholes and objects on
the road
*Do not run over curbs or hit the
tire against a curb when parking
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Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver
’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence
will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
The tire pressure monitoring system
complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and
with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changing Tires With a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System
Note:
Each road tire is equipped with a tire
pressure sensor located inside the wheel
and tire assembly cavity. The pressure
sensor is attached to the valve stem. The
pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is
not visible unless the tire is removed. Take
care when changing the tire to avoid
damaging the sensor
You should always have your tires serviced
by an authorized dealer.
Check the tire pressure periodically (at
least monthly) using an accurate tire
gauge. See Inflating Your Tires in this
chapter.
Understanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
The tire pressure monitoring system
measures pressure in your four road tires
and sends the tire pressure readings to
your vehicle. The low tire pressure warning
light will turn on if the tire pressure is
significantly low. Once the light is
illuminated, your tires are under-inflated
and need to be inflated to the
manufacturer ’s recommended tire
pressure. Even if the light turns on and a
short time later turns off, your tire pressure
still needs to be checked.
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How Temperature Affects Your Tire
Pressure
The tire pressure monitoring system
monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic
tire. While driving in a normal manner, a
typical passenger tire inflation pressure
may increase about 2 to 4 psi (14 to 28
kPa) from a cold start situation. If the
vehicle is stationary overnight with the
outside temperature significantly lower
than the daytime temperature, the tire
pressure may decrease about 3 psi (21
kPa) for a drop of 30°F (17°C) in ambient
temperature. This lower pressure value
may be detected by the tire pressure
monitoring system as being significantly
lower than the recommended inflation
pressure and activate the system warning
light for low tire pressure. If the low tire
pressure warning light is on, visually check
each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one
or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.
Check the air pressure in the road tires. If
any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive
the vehicle to the nearest location where
air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the
tires to the recommended inflation
pressure.
CHANGING A ROAD WHEEL
WARNINGS
The use of tire sealant may damage
your tire pressure monitoring system
and should only be used in roadside
emergencies. If you must use a sealant, the
Ford Tire Mobility Kit sealant should be
used. The tire pressure monitoring system
sensor and valve stem on the wheel must
be replaced by an authorized dealer after
use of the sealant. See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 258). If the tire
pressure monitor sensor becomes
damaged, it will no longer function. Note:
The tire pressure monitoring system
indicator light will illuminate when the spare
tire is in use. To restore the full function of
the monitoring system, all road wheels
equipped with tire pressure monitoring
sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not
apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually
decrease your speed. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized
dealer in order to prevent damage to the
tire pressure monitoring system sensors.
See
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(page 258). Replace the spare tire with a
road tire as soon as possible. During
repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have
the authorized dealer inspect the tire
pressure monitoring system sensor for
damage.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire
Assembly Information WARNING
Failure to follow these guidelines
could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel and
tire, then it is intended for temporary use
only. This means that if you need to use it,
you should replace it as soon as possible
with a road wheel and tire assembly that
is the same size and type as the road tires
and wheels that were originally provided
by Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel
is damaged, it should be replaced rather
than repaired.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
is defined as a spare wheel and tire
assembly that is different in brand, size or
appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
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Cross Traffic Alert.........................................164
False Alerts............................................................ 167
Switching the System Off and On................167
System Errors....................................................... 167
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................. 166
System Limitations............................................ 166
Using the System............................................... 164
Cruise Control.................................................68 Principle of Operation........................................ 161
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 161
Customer Assistance.................................196
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording........................................... 9
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps.............................76 Type 1 - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)........................................ 76
Type 2 - Configurable.......................................... 76
Digital Radio
..................................................298
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 299
Direction Indicators
........................................77
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36 Children and Airbags.......................................... 36
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 36
Driver Knee Airbag.........................................40
Driving Aids
.....................................................162
Driving Hints...................................................188
Driving Through Water...............................189
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 76
E
Eco Mode
.........................................................167
Resetting Eco Mode.......................................... 168
Type 1...................................................................... 168
Type 2 and 3......................................................... 168
Economical Driving......................................188 Emission Control System
..........................135
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 136
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 136
End User License Agreement.................365 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 365
Engine Block Heater
....................................128
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 129
Engine Coolant Check
................................218
Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 219
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 218
Recycled Engine Coolant................................. 219
Severe Climates................................................. 220
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 220
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 65
Engine Oil Check............................................217 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 217
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L EcoBoost™...................................................217
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/ 2.5L..................................................................217
Engine Specifications - 1.6L EcoBoost™.................................................268
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 268
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................268
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 269
Engine Specifications - 2.5L....................269 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 270
Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks...........................182 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 184
Hitches.................................................................... 182
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 185
Safety Chains....................................................... 183
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 183
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 184
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 184
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................344 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............345
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 344
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Running Out of Fuel......................................131
Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container........................................................... 132
Filling a Portable Fuel Container................... 132
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment..................31
Safety Belt Minder.........................................32 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 32
Safety Belts.......................................................27
Principle of Operation......................................... 27
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime................................................................31
Conditions of operation...................................... 31
Safety Canopy ™
............................................40
Safety Precautions......................................130
Satellite Radio...............................................301
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 302
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............301
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................. 301
Troubleshooting................................................. 302
Scheduled Maintenance Record
...........355
Scheduled Maintenance..........................346
Seats
.................................................................108
Security..............................................................65
Side Airbags.....................................................39
Sitting in the Correct Position
.................108
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 257
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 12
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............12
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance...............................................352
Exceptions............................................................ 353
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................. 161
Stability Control
............................................150
Principle of Operation...................................... 150
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 124Starting a Gasoline Engine
........................125
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 126
Failure to Start..................................................... 126
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................128
Important Ventilating Information...............128
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 127
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 127
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 125
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 125
Starting and Stopping the Engine
..........124
General Information.......................................... 124
Steering
............................................................168
Electric Power Steering.................................... 168
Steering Wheel
................................................67
Storage Compartments.............................123
Sunroof See: Moonroof........................................................ 81
Sun Visors..........................................................81 Illuminated Vanity Mirror.................................... 81
Supplementary Restraints System.........35 Principle of Operation......................................... 35
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................320
911 Assist............................................................... 320
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 322
SYNC™
...........................................................304
General Information......................................... 304
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................334
T
Tailgate See: Manual Liftgate........................................... 59
See: Power Liftgate............................................. 60
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............268
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................198
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Using Traction Control................................149
Switching the System Off............................... 149
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 149
Using a Switch..................................................... 149
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 149
Using Voice Recognition...........................306 Initiating a Voice Session............................... 306
System Interaction and Feedback..............307
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).........................198
V
Vehicle Care...................................................234
General Information......................................... 234
Vehicle Certification Label........................274
Vehicle Identification Number
................273
Vehicle Storage............................................238
Battery................................................................... 239
Body........................................................................\
239
Brakes.................................................................... 239
Cooling system................................................... 239
Engine.................................................................... 239
Fuel system.......................................................... 239
General.................................................................. 239
Miscellaneous..................................................... 240
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................240
Tires........................................................................\
239
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............273
Voice Control
...................................................68 W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................85
Airbag - Front......................................................... 85
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 85
Battery...................................................................... 85
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 85
Brake System......................................................... 85
Cruise Control........................................................ 85
Direction Indicator............................................... 85
Engine Oil................................................................ 86
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 86
Fog Lamps - Front............................................... 86
High Beam.............................................................. 86
Information............................................................ 86
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 86
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 86
Parking Lamps...................................................... 86
Service Engine Soon........................................... 86
Traction and Stability Control......................... 87
Traction and Stability Control Off.................. 87
Washer Fluid Check.....................................221
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 234
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 70
Waxing.............................................................235
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 262
Wheels and Tires..........................................241 General Information.......................................... 241
Technical Specifications................................. 266
Windows and Mirrors
....................................78
Windshield Washers......................................72
Windshield Wipers.........................................70
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 70
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70
Wrecker Towing See: Transporting the Vehicle....................... 186
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