traction control FORD ESCAPE 2021 Owner's Manual

U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number
Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire
manufacturers to place
standardized information on the
sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and
describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also
provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.
This begins with the letters DOT
and indicates that the tire meets
all federal standards. The next
two numbers or letters are the
plant code designating where it
was manufactured, the next two
are the tire size code and the last
four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was built. For
example, the numbers 317 mean
the 31st week of 1997. After 2000,
the numbers go to four digits. For
example, 2501 means the 25th
week of 2001. The numbers in
between are identification codes
used for traceability. This
information is used to contact
customers if a tire defect requires
a recall.
USING SUMMER TIRES
Summer tires provide superior
performance on wet and dry roads.
Summer tires do not have the Mud and
Snow (M+S or M/S) tire traction rating on
the tire side wall. Since summer tires do
not have the same traction performance
as All-season or Snow tires, we do not
recommend using summer tires when
temperatures drop to about 45°F (7°C) or
below, depending on tire wear and
environmental conditions, or in snow and
ice conditions. Like any tire, summer tire
performance is affected by tire wear and
environmental conditions. If you must drive
in those conditions, we recommend using
Mud and Snow (M+S, M/S), All-season or
Snow tires.
Always store your summer tires indoors at
temperatures above 19°F (-7°C). The
rubber compounds used in these tires lose
flexibility and may develop surface cracks
in the tread area at temperatures below
19°F (-7°C)
. If the tires have been
subjected to 19°F (-7°C) or less, warm
them in a heated space to at least 41°F
(5°C) for at least 24 hours before installing
them on a vehicle, or moving the vehicle
with the tires installed, or checking tire
inflation. Always inspect the tires after
storage periods and before use.
USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING: Do not exceed 30 mph
(50 km/h)
. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. WARNING:
Do not use snow chains
on snow-free roads.
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WARNING: Only fit snow chains to
specified tires. WARNING:
If your vehicle is fitted
with wheel trims, remove them before
fitting snow chains. WARNING:
Remember that even
advanced technology cannot defy the
laws of physics. It's always possible to
lose control of a vehicle due to
inappropriate driver input for the
conditions. Aggressive driving on any
road condition can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk
of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the electronic stability
control system is an indication that at
least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator's ability to control
the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death. If your
electronic stability control system
activates, SLOW DOWN. WARNING:
Wheels and tires must
be the same size, load index and speed
rating as those originally fitted on the
vehicle. Use of any other tire or wheel
can affect the safety and performance
of your vehicle. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels can
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure.
Follow the recommended tire inflation
pressures found on the Safety
Compliance Certification label, or the
Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of
the driver door. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, or personal injury
or death. The tires on your vehicle could have
all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. In some climates you will
need to use snow tires and chains on your
vehicle in emergency situations or if
required by law.
Note:
The suspension insulation and
bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
Do not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
Note: Driving too fast for road conditions
creates the possibility of loss of vehicle
control. Driving at very high speeds for
extended periods of time may result in
damage to vehicle components.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
• Chains may damage aluminum wheels.
• Use ultra low profile cables, 10 mm or
less in dimension as measured on the
sidewall of your tire, only with
225/60R18 all season tires.
• Do not use snow chains or cables with
225/55R19, or 245/45R20.
• Not all S-class snow chains or cables
meet these restrictions. Chains of this
size restriction will include a tensioning
device.
• Purchase chains or cables from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions. The snow
chains or cables must be mounted in
pairs on the rear tires only.
• When driving with snow chains do not
exceed
30 mph (50 km/h) or the
maximum speed recommended by the
chain manufacturer, whichever is less.
• Install cables securely, verifying that
the cables do not touch any wiring or
brake lines.
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ROLLOVER WARNING
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles. WARNING:
Vehicles with a higher
center of gravity (utility and four-wheel
drive vehicles) handle differently than
vehicles with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp turns,
excessive speed and abrupt steering in
these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously
increases the risk of losing control of your
vehicle, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death. WARNING:
In a rollover crash, an
unbelted person is significantly more
likely to die than a person wearing a
seatbelt. WARNING:
Do not become
overconfident in the ability of four-wheel
drive vehicles. Although a four-wheel
drive vehicle may accelerate better than
a two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction
situations, it won't stop any faster than
two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive
at a safe speed.
Utility vehicles and trucks handle
differently than passenger cars in the
various driving conditions that are
encountered on streets, highways and
off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not
designed for cornering at speeds as high
as passenger cars any more than low-slung
sports cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily under off-road conditions. THE BETTER BUSINESS
BUREAU AUTO LINE
PROGRAM
Your satisfaction is important to Ford
Motor Company and to your dealer. If a
warranty concern has not been resolved
using the three-step procedure outlined
earlier in this chapter in the Getting the
Services you need section, you may be
eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO
LINE program.
The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of
two parts – mediation and arbitration.
During mediation, a representative of the
BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor
Company to explore options for settlement
of the claim. If an agreement is not reached
during mediation or you do not want to
participate in mediation, and if your claim
is eligible, you may participate in the
arbitration process. An arbitration hearing
will be scheduled so that you can present
your case in an informal setting before an
impartial person. The arbitrator will
consider the testimony provided and make
a decision after the hearing.
Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE
program are usually decided within forty
days after you file your claim with the BBB.
You are not bound by the decision, and
may reject the decision and proceed to
court where all findings of the BBB Auto
Line dispute, and decision, are admissible
in the court action. Should you choose to
accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision, Ford
is then bound by the decision, and must
comply with the decision within 30 days
of receipt of your acceptance letter.
BBB AUTO LINE Application: Using the
information provided below, please call or
write to request a program application.
You will be asked for your name and
address, general information about your
new vehicle, information about your
warranty concerns, and any steps you have
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General Operation
•
Voice Command Control: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully.
• Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a substitute for your personal judgment.
Any route suggestions made by this
system should never replace any local
traffic regulations or your personal
judgment or knowledge of safe driving
practices.
• Route Safety: Do not follow the route
suggestions if doing so would result in
an unsafe or illegal maneuver, if you
would be placed in an unsafe situation,
or if you would be directed into an area
that you consider unsafe. The driver is
ultimately responsible for the safe
operation of the vehicle and therefore,
must evaluate whether it is safe to
follow the suggested directions.
• Potential Map Inaccuracy:
Maps
used by this system may be inaccurate
because of changes in roads, traffic
controls or driving conditions. Always
use good judgment and common sense
when following the suggested routes.
• Emergency Services:
Do not rely on
any navigation features included in the
system to route you to emergency
services. Ask local authorities or an
emergency services operator for these
locations. Not all emergency services
such as police, fire stations, hospitals
and clinics are likely to be contained in
the map database for such navigation
features.
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Customizing the Instrument Cluster
Display - Vehicles With: 6.5 Inch
Instrument Cluster Display Screen/12.3
Inch Instrument Cluster Display
Screen............................................................124
Adding Screens Using Select Screens.............................................................. 124
Configuring Gauges............................................ 125
D
Data Privacy......................................................22 Services That Third Parties Provide...............22
Services That We Provide.................................. 22
Declaration of Conformity.......................562
Radio Frequency Statement......................... 562
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades..................................360
Temperature A B C............................................. 361
Traction AA A B C............................................... 361
Treadwear............................................................ 360
Digital Radio
...................................................416
Digital Radio Indicators..................................... 417
Digital Radio Limitations.................................. 417
How Does Digital Radio Work....................... 416
Switching Digital Radio Reception On and Off........................................................................\
417
What Is Digital Radio........................................ 416
Disposing of Airbags.....................................55
Distance Alert
...............................................283
Adjusting the Sensitivity of Distance
Alert................................................................... 283
What Is Distance Alert..................................... 283
Distance Indication......................................281 Distance Indication Indicator........................ 283
Switching Distance Indication On and Off....................................................................... 283
What Is Distance Indication............................ 281
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings..........71 Door Ajar Audible Warning................................. 71
Doors and Locks.............................................69 Autolock................................................................... 70
Autounlock............................................................. 70
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting...............71
Mislock..................................................................... 70
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle................................................................. 69Operating the Doors From Outside Your
Vehicle................................................................. 69
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting........71 Doors and Locks – Frequently Asked
Questions............................................................ 72
Doors and Locks – Information Messages............................................................. 71
Doors and Locks – Warning Lamps................71
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................345
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................345
Drive Mode Control.....................................262 Drive Modes......................................................... 263
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Drive Modes............................................................... 264
Drive Modes
...................................................263
Deep Snow/Sand.............................................. 263
Eco........................................................................\
... 263
Normal................................................................... 263
Slippery................................................................. 263
Sport....................................................................... 263
Driver Alert
......................................................287
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting..................... 288
Driver Alert Indicators................................288 System Warnings.............................................. 288
Driver Alert Limitations..............................287
Driver Alert Precautions.............................287
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting...............288 Driver Alert – Information Messages.........288
Driving Economically
....................................311
Driving Hints.....................................................311
Driving Through Shallow Water...............311
E
Easy Entry and Exit.........................................77
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning........................................................225
Electric Parking Brake
................................224
Electric Parking Brake –
Troubleshooting............................................ 225
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting........................................225
Electric Parking Brake – Information Messages......................................................... 226
Electric Parking Brake – Warning Lamps................................................................ 225
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Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods
During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................. 145
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........333
Horn......................................................................91
How Does Active Park Assist Work...............................................................243
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work....................................249
How Does a Hybrid Electric Vehicle Work...............................................................180
........................................................................\
........... 180
How Does All-Wheel Drive Work............217
How Does Auto Hold Work......................228
How Does Blind Spot Information System Work...............................................273
How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work...............................................................276
How Does Driver Alert Work....................287
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work.......77
How Does Hill Start Assist Work
............227
How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work...............................................................279
How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work..............................................................289
How Does Stability Control Work...........231 Electronic Stability Control............................. 231
How Does the Garage Door Opener Work...............................................................162
How Does the Lane Keeping System Work..............................................................266
How Does the Memory Function Work...............................................................160
How Does the Personal Safety System Work.................................................................46
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
...............................................158
How Does the Safety Canopy ™
Work.................................................................48
How Does Traction Control Work..........229
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work...............................................................310
How Do the Front Airbags Work...............47
How Do the Knee Airbags Work...............48
How Do the Side Airbags Work.................47
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Driving Characteristics...........................................180 Hybrid Electric Vehicle Indicators..........180
Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Information..................................................180
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Troubleshooting.............................................. 181
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information...................................................... 182
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Troubleshooting......................................... 183
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Troubleshooting..........................................
181
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information –
Frequently Asked Questions...................... 181
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Information Messages.................................. 181
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Warning Lamps............................................... 181
I
Identifying Fuse Types...............................332
Ignition Switch................................................172 Starting the Engine............................................. 173
Switching the Ignition Off................................ 172
Switching the Ignition On................................. 172
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode................................................................... 172
Inflating the Tires.........................................372
Information on the Tire Sidewall............361 Information on P Type Tires.......................... 362
Inspecting the Tire for Damage..............373 Safety Practices.................................................. 373
Inspecting the Tire for Wear.....................373
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems.......374
Installing and Removing the Luggage Compartment Cover
...............................299
Installing the Luggage Cover......................... 299
Removing the Luggage Cover....................... 299
Installing Child Restraints............................31 Combining the Seatbelt and Lower Anchors
for Attaching Child Restraints.................... 35
Installing a Child Restraint in a Center Seat...................................................................... 34
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children............................................................... 33
Using Seatbelts...................................................... 31
Using Tether Straps............................................. 35
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Switching the Head Up Display On and
Off.....................................................................131
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off......................................................91
Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode..............................................................267
Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off..........................................................267
Switching the Rear Interior Lamps On and Off
..........................................................103
Switching the Rear Window Wiper On and Off
............................................................93
Switching Traction Control On and Off...................................................................229
Switching Trailer Sway Control On and Off...................................................................310
Symbols Glossary
...........................................19
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle..................19
SYNC™ 3........................................................436
General Information......................................... 436
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.......................471 Additional Information and
Assistance....................................................... 483
Apps........................................................................\
478
Navigation............................................................. 477
Personal Profiles................................................. 481
Phone..................................................................... 475
Resetting the System...................................... 483
USB and Bluetooth Audio............................... 472
Voice Recognition............................................... 471
Wi-Fi Connectivity............................................ 480
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................423
911 Assist............................................................... 423
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 425
SYNC™............................................................419 General Information.......................................... 419
SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................427
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............391
Temporary Neutral Mode............................211 Entering Temporary Neutral Mode...............212
Exiting Temporary Neutral Mode.................. 212
Temporary Neutral Mode Limitations..........211
What Is Temporary Neutral Mode.................211 The Better Business Bureau Auto Line
Program.......................................................495
The Mediation and Arbitration Program.......................................................496
Tire Care
...........................................................372
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limitations..................................................383
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Overview......................................................382
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions
.................................................383
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........382 Tire Pressure Monitoring System –
Troubleshooting............................................ 384
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Troubleshooting........................................384
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Information Messages................................ 385
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Warning Lamps............................................................... 384
Tire Replacement Requirements...........367 Age........................................................................\
.. 368
Tire Rotation
..................................................374
Tire Rotation Diagram...................................... 375
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit Components...............................................377
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit Precautions.................................................376
Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.....................376
Towing a Trailer Limitations
....................304
Towing a Trailer Precautions...................303
Towing a Trailer............................................303 Towing Weights and Dimensions...............306
Towing Weights and Dimensions
.........306
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle.............................. 309
Recommended Towing Weights.................306
What Is the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight ............................................................. 309
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions............321
Towing Your Vehicle.....................................321 Towing Your Vehicle –
Troubleshooting............................................ 323
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................323
Towing Your Vehicle – Information Messages......................................................... 323
Traction Control Indicator
........................229
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Traction Control...........................................229
Traction Control – Troubleshooting...........229
Traction Control – Troubleshooting........................................229
Traction Control – Information Messages......................................................... 230
Traction Control – Warning Lamps.............229
Trailer Brake Precautions
.........................303
Trailer Sway Control Precautions...........310
Trailer Sway Control
....................................310
Trailer Towing Hints....................................304
Transporting the Vehicle............................319
Trip Computer
................................................129
Trip Data..........................................................130
This Trip.................................................................. 130
Trip 1 and 2............................................................ 130
U
Under Hood Fuse Box................................324 Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box.........324
Identifying the Fuses in the Under Hood
Fuse Box........................................................... 325
Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box............324
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................335
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................336
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................337
USB Ports
........................................................166
Using Auto Hold...........................................228
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................66
Using Snow Chains.....................................369
Using Summer Tires...................................369
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................426
Audio Voice Commands.................................. 427
Media Sources.................................................... 426
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............422 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 423
Pairing a Phone................................................... 422
Phone Controls................................................... 423
Phone Voice Commands................................ 422Using the Instrument Cluster Display
Controls.........................................................123
Button......................................................................\
123
Return Button....................................................... 123
Status Indicator................................................... 123
Toggle Buttons..................................................... 123
Using the Remote Control
..........................58
Liftgate..................................................................... 58
Lock........................................................................\
... 58
Panic Alarm............................................................ 58
Remote Start......................................................... 58
Unlock...................................................................... 58
Using the Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................................................................377
First Stage: Reinflating the Tire with sealing compound and air........................................ 378
Second Stage: Checking the tire pressure with the inflator kit...................................... 380
Tips for use of the kit......................................... 377
What to do after the tire has been sealed............................................................... 380
What to do when a tire is punctured...........377
Using This Publication..................................18
Using Voice Recognition
...........................420
Audio Voice Commands................................. 439
Climate Voice Commands............................ 440
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 420
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 443
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 442
Phone Voice Commands............................... 440
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 444
System Interaction and Feedback...............421
Voice Settings Commands............................ 444
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................352
Cleaning the Exterior........................................ 352
Cleaning the Interior......................................... 354
Vehicle Charging Status - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................128
Vehicle Identification Number
...............408
Locating the Vehicle Identification
Number............................................................ 408
Vehicle Identification Number Overview......................................................... 408
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