12v FORD ESCAPE 2017 3.G Owners Manual

Hazard Warning Flashers...........................213
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................213
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................214
Post-Crash Alert System...........................216
Transporting the Vehicle............................216
Towing Points.................................................216
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................218
In California (U.S. Only).............................219
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................220
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
........................221
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................221
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................223
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................223
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................225
Changing a Fuse
...........................................234
Maintenance
General Information
...................................236
Opening and Closing the Hood
..............236
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™................................................238
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™................................................239
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L..................240
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................241
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/ 2.5L
................................................................241
Engine Oil Check...........................................241
Oil Change Indicator Reset
......................242
Engine Coolant Check
...............................243 Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check............................................................247
Brake Fluid Check
........................................247
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................247
Washer Fluid Check
....................................248
Changing the 12V Battery
.........................248
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................250
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................250
Adjusting the Headlamps
..........................251
Removing a Headlamp
..............................253
Changing a Bulb...........................................253
Bulb Specification Chart
...........................257
Changing the Engine Air Filter
................259
Vehicle Care
General Information....................................261
Cleaning Products........................................261
Cleaning the Exterior...................................261
Waxing.............................................................262
Cleaning the Engine....................................263
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades..........................................................263
Cleaning the Interior...................................264
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.......................264
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................265
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
..............265
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................265
Vehicle Storage
............................................266
Wheels and Tires
General Information...................................268
Tire Care
............................................................271
Using Snow Chains
.....................................284
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........285
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................288
Technical Specifications...........................292
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FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Pre-Fuse Box
The pre-fuse box is in the engine
compartment attached to the positive
battery post. This box contains several high
current fuses. If you need to replace one
of these high current fuses, see an
authorized dealer.
Power Distribution Box
WARNINGS
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses. WARNINGS
To reduce risk of electrical shock,
always replace the cover to the
power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid
reservoirs. The power distribution box is in the engine
compartment. It has high-current fuses
that protect your vehicle's main electrical
systems from overloads.
You will need to reset some features if you
disconnect and reconnect the battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 248).
Lift the release lever at the rear of the cover
to remove it.
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WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident. Note:
The front and rear washer systems
are supplied from the same reservoir.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 294).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle ’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide correct
ventilation. WARNINGS
When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling. This vehicle may be fitted with more
than one battery. Removing the
battery cables from only one battery
does not disconnect your vehicle electrical
system. Make sure you disconnect the
battery cables from all batteries when
disconnecting power. Failure to do so may
cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Your vehicle is fitted with a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery which normally
does not require additional water.
When a battery replacement is required,
you must use a recommended
replacement battery that matches the
electrical requirements of the vehicle.
Note:
After cleaning or replacing the
battery, make sure you reinstall the battery
cover or shield.
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Auxiliary Power Points................................125
110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 125
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 125
Locations................................................................ 125
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 248
Blind Spot Information System..............185 Switching the System Off and On................187
System Errors....................................................... 187
Using the System............................................... 185
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........236
Booster Seats
..................................................22
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 23
Brake Fluid Check.........................................247
Brakes
...............................................................153
General Information.......................................... 153
Breaking-In....................................................209
Bulb Specification Chart...........................257
C
Cabin Air Filter
................................................110
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................301
Specifications...................................................... 301
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™................................................304
Specifications..................................................... 305
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L................................................................308
Specifications..................................................... 309
Capacities and Specifications................294
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 261
Center Console
...............................................127
Changing a Bulb...........................................253 Lamp Assembly Condensation.................... 253
Replacing Fog, Park and Turn Signal Bulbs.................................................................. 255
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs........................... 254
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs................... 255
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 257Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb...........257
Replacing Reverse Lamp Assembly...........256
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs........................
255
Replacing Tail, Brake and Turn Signal Bulbs.................................................................. 256
Changing a Fuse
...........................................234
Fuses...................................................................... 234
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................288
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 288
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 289
Changing the 12V Battery.........................248 Battery Management System....................... 249
Changing the Engine Air Filter................259 Duratec Engines................................................. 260
EcoBoost Engines............................................. 259
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................250 Front Wiper Blades........................................... 250
Rear Window Wiper Blade.............................. 251
Checking MyKey System Status................51 MyKey Distance...................................................... 51
Number of Admin Keys....................................... 51
Number of MyKeys............................................... 51
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................250
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................33
Child Restraint Positioning.........................24
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks
..........................................25
Left-Hand Side...................................................... 26
Right-Hand Side................................................... 26
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................265
Cleaning Products........................................261
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................265
Cleaning the Engine....................................263
Cleaning the Exterior...................................261 Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 262
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 262
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 262
Underbody........................................................... 262
Under Hood.......................................................... 262
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................264
Cleaning the Interior...................................264
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................263
Clearing All MyKeys
........................................51
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