open hood FORD ESCAPE 2020 User Guide

GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications. Motorcraft® parts are
designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•
Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in
moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning
material (such as cigarettes) away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
Working with the Engine Off
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels. Working with the Engine On WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
1. Set the parking brake and shift the transmission to park (P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood 1. Open the left-hand front door.
2. Fully pull the hood release lever and
let it completely retract.
Note: This action releases the hood latch.
3. Fully pull the hood release lever for a second time.
Note: This action fully releases the hood.
4. Open the hood.
Note: There is no secondary latch under the
hood.
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
Minimum.
A
Maximum.
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 312).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 314).
7. Reinstall the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level. See Under
Hood Overview
(page 314). 8.
Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 383).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview (page 314).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets our specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 383). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Use the information display controls on
the steering wheel to reset the oil change
indicator. From the main menu scroll to: Action and description
Message
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the
OK
button until the instrument
cluster displays the
following message.
Hold OK to
Reset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indic-
ator resets the instrument
cluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument cluster
displays one of the following
messages, repeat the
process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
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4. Disconnect the negative battery cable
terminal.
5. Disconnect the positive battery cable terminal.
6. Remove the battery securing clamp.
7. Remove the battery.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Before reconnecting the battery,
make sure the ignition remains switched off.
Note: Make sure the battery cable terminals
are fully tightened.
If you disconnect or replace the vehicle
battery, you must reset the following
features:
• Window bounce-back. See Windows
and Mirrors (page 93).
• Clock Settings.
• Pre-set radio stations.
• Steering Angle Sensor.
Note: To calibrate the steering angle
sensor, drive the vehicle above
30 mph
(50 km/h) for a minimum of 1.2 mi (2 km).
Make sure to drive straight ahead for a
minimum of 30 seconds. Several vehicle
functions are disabled and a warning light
could appear until the sensor is calibrated.
Note: For flexible fuel vehicles, if you are
operating on E85, you could experience poor
starts or an inability to start the engine, and
driveability problems until the fuel trim and
ethanol content have been relearned. Drive
the vehicle at least
10 mi (16 km) to
completely relearn the idle trim and fuel
trim strategy.
Battery Disposal Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
about recycling old batteries. ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
The headlamps on your vehicle are
properly aimed at the assembly plant. If
your vehicle has been in an accident, the
alignment of your headlamps should be
checked by your authorized dealer.
8 feet (2.4 meters)
A
Center height of lamp to ground
B
25 feet (7.6 meters)
C
Horizontal reference line
D
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately
25 ft (7.6 m) away.
2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark
an
8 ft (2.4 m) horizontal reference line
on the vertical wall or screen at this
height.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp when adjusting the
other.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps to
illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood.
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•
Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast
idle with the climate controls set to
defrost until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level. Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery
•
Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery
cables.
Plugging in Your HYBRID
We recommend the following options for
your plug-in vehicle (PHEV) :
• Leave your vehicle plugged in. The 12
volt battery maintains power if left
plugged in. However, this periodically
uses electricity from the household
outlet.
• Connect a battery charger to your 12
volt battery and leave it on a
continuous, slow charge.
• Disconnect the 12 volt battery. If your
12 volt battery is located in the luggage
compartment, do not fully shut the
luggage compartment after
disconnecting the 12 volt battery. Only
leave the luggage compartment open
if your vehicle is stored in a locked
location.
Brakes
• Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Auto-Start-Stop............................................175
Disabling Auto-Start-Stop.............................. 176
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop............................... 175
Autowipers.......................................................83 Autowipers Settings........................................... 84
Auxiliary Power Points................................163 110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 163
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 163
Locations............................................................... 163
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive.......................................... 212
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 326
Blind Spot Information System..............255
Switching the System On and Off...............257
System Errors....................................................... 257
Using the Blind Spot Information System.............................................................. 256
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........255
Body Styling Kits
..........................................342
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........312
Booster Seats
..................................................29
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 30
Brake Fluid Check........................................325 Brake Fluid Service Interval............................ 326
Brakes................................................................217 General Information........................................... 217
Breaking-In....................................................284
Bulb Specification Chart..........................402
C
Cabin Air Filter...............................................146
Canceling the Set Speed..........................238
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................383
Air Conditioning System................................. 383
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 386
Automatic Transmission................................. 383
Engine Coolant................................................... 384
Engine Oil............................................................. 385
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 386Grease....................................................................386
Hydraulic Brake System..................................
387
Locks....................................................................... 387
Power Transfer Unit.......................................... 388
Rear Axle.............................................................. 388
Washer Reservoir...............................................389
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™
.................................................389
Air Conditioning System................................. 389
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 392
Automatic Transmission................................ 390
Engine Coolant.................................................... 391
Engine Oil............................................................... 391
Fuel Tank............................................................... 393
Grease.................................................................... 393
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 393
Locks...................................................................... 394
Power Transfer Unit.......................................... 394
Rear Axle............................................................... 395
Washer Reservoir............................................... 395
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)...........396
Air Conditioning System................................. 396
Automatic Transmission................................. 397
Engine Coolant................................................... 398
Engine Oil............................................................. 398
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 399
Grease.................................................................... 399
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 399
Locks..................................................................... 400
Power Transfer Unit......................................... 400
Rear Axle............................................................... 401
Washer Reservoir............................................... 401
Capacities and Specifications
................376
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 336
Catalytic Converter......................................193 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 194
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 194
Changing a Bulb
............................................331
LED Bulbs (If Equipped)................................. 332
Replacing Direction Indicator Bulbs...........333
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs............................ 332
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs............................ 331
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Raising the Head Restraint.............................
149
Removing the Head Restraint....................... 150
Removing the Head Restraints..................... 149
Tilting the Front Seat Head Restraint.........150
Head Up Display............................................133 Adjusting the Head Up Display
Settings............................................................. 134
Cleaning the Head Up Display....................... 134
Head Up Display Indicator.............................. 136
Head Up Display Information Messages.......................................................... 136
Selecting Which Information the System Displays............................................................. 135
Switching the Head Up Display On or Off........................................................................\
134
Heated Exterior Mirrors..............................146
Heated Rear Window..................................146
Heated Seats..................................................155
Heated Steering Wheel................................81
Heated Windshield......................................146
Windshield Wiper De-Icer............................... 146
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 137
High Voltage Battery...................................196 General Information.......................................... 196
Hill Start Assist
..............................................219
Switching the System On and Off..............220
Using Hill Start Assist...................................... 220
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control
................................144
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold
Weather............................................................. 145
General Hints....................................................... 144
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................. 145
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 144
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........145
Recommended Settings for Heating..........144
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control...........................................................145
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 146
General Hints....................................................... 145
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................. 145
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 145
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........145
Recommended Settings for Heating..........145 Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods
During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................. 145
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................217
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........312
Horn.....................................................................82
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work....................................239
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
................................................157
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions.....................................................180
Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........................176 Battery..................................................................... 177
Braking..................................................................... 177
Driving...................................................................... 177
Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy...............177
Starting................................................................... 176
Stopping.................................................................. 177
Transmission Operation.................................... 177
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................167
In California (U.S. Only)............................298
Information Display Control - Vehicles With: Head Up Display (HUD)................81
Information Display Control - Vehicles Without: Head Up Display (HUD)
..........81
Information Displays....................................110
General Information........................................... 110
Information Messages
..................................117
Active Park............................................................. 118
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 118
AdvanceTrac ™ and Traction Control..........118
Alarm........................................................................\
119
Auto-Start-Stop................................................. 120
AWD
........................................................................\
.. 119
Battery and Charging System (12 volt)...................................................................... 121
Battery and Charging System (High Voltage).............................................................. 121
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 122
Doors and Locks.................................................. 123
Driver Alert............................................................. 124
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Power Door Locks................................................
66
Remote Control.................................................... 66
Smart Unlocks for Integrated Keyhead Transmitter........................................................ 68
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys...................................................................... 68
Luggage Covers............................................268 Installing the Luggage Cover......................... 269
Removing the Luggage Cover....................... 268
Stowing the Luggage Cover.......................... 269
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 369
M
Maintenance...................................................312 General Information........................................... 312
Manual Climate Control.............................137 Directing the Airflow.......................................... 137
Setting the Blower Motor Speed................... 137
Setting the Temperature.................................. 137
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off............................................................... 138
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 138
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 138
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................\
137
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 138
Manual Liftgate................................................71
Closing the Liftgate............................................... 71
Opening with the Outside Control Button................................................................... 71
Opening with the Remote Control.................. 71
Manual Seats
..................................................151
Adjusting the Seat Backrest............................ 151
Adjusting the Seat Height................................ 151
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward.............................................................. 151
Memory Function..........................................153 Saving a PreSet Position.................................. 153
Message Center See: Information Displays................................ 110
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 93
Mobile Communications Equipment.......17 Moonroof
..........................................................96
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 97
Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............97
Motorcraft Parts - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................378
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L EcoBoost™
.................................................379
Motorcraft Parts - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)
.........................................380
MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................64
MyKey ™..............................................................61
Principle of Operation......................................... 61
N
Navigation......................................................455 Changing the Format of the Map................457
cityseeker............................................................. 459
Michelin Travel Guide...................................... 460
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................. 461
Route Guidance................................................. 458
Setting a Destination....................................... 456
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link.................. 460
Zoom...................................................................... 457
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
..........489
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™........................ 489
Normal Maintenance Intervals.................... 490
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset
.......................318
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check........................................ 317
Opening and Closing the Hood...............312 Closing the Hood................................................ 313
Information Messages...................................... 313
Opening the Hood.............................................. 312
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................... 313
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
.....................................................302
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual.........302
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control.............................................................92
Overriding the Set Speed.........................245
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Recreational Towing - Rear-Wheel Drive
Vehicles............................................................ 282
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels - Automatic Transmission – HF45........283
Emergency Towing............................................ 283
Recreational Towing......................................... 283
Towing..............................................................276
Traction Control............................................222
Principle of Operation...................................... 222
Trailer Sway Control
....................................277
Transmission Code Designation............382
Transmission.................................................204
Transporting the Vehicle...........................295
U
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................314
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................315
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................316
Unique Driving Characteristics.................175
Universal Garage Door Opener...............159 HomeLink Wireless Control System...........159
USB Port
...........................................................417
Locating the USB Ports.................................... 417
Using All-Wheel Drive
.................................212
Driving in Special Conditions With
All-Wheel Drive............................................... 212
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................64
Using Snow Chains.....................................364
Using Stability Control
...............................224
Using Summer Tires...................................364
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................425
Audio Voice Commands................................. 426
Media Sources.................................................... 425
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............421 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 422
Pairing a Phone................................................... 421
Phone Controls................................................... 422
Phone Voice Commands................................. 421
Using Traction Control
...............................222
Switching the System Off............................... 222System Indicator Lights and
Messages.......................................................... 222
Using a Switch..................................................... 222
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................ 222
Using Voice Recognition............................419 Audio Voice Commands................................. 438
Climate Voice Commands............................. 439
Initiating a Voice Session................................. 419
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 442
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 441
Phone Voice Commands................................ 439
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 443
System Interaction and Feedback..............420
Voice Settings Commands............................ 443
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................300
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................335
General Information......................................... 335
Vehicle Certification Label.......................382
Vehicle Identification Number.................381
Vehicle Storage
............................................340
Body....................................................................... 340
Brakes..................................................................... 341
Cooling system.................................................... 341
Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery..............341
Engine..................................................................... 341
Fuel system........................................................... 341
General.................................................................. 340
Miscellaneous..................................................... 342
Plugging in Your HYBRID................................. 341
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 342
Tires........................................................................\
. 341
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................407
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 137
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number.............381
Voice Control...................................................80
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators...............105 Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 105
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