run flat FORD ESCAPE 2021 Owners Manual

WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
The electric parking brake is used to hold
your vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Always fully apply the
parking brake and make sure you shift
into park (P). Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. WARNING:
If you drive extended
distances with the parking brake applied,
you could cause damage to the brake
system. WARNING:
The electric parking
brake does not operate if the vehicle
battery has run out of charge. The electronic parking brake
switch is on the center console.
1. Pull the switch up.
The red warning lamp flashes during
operation and illuminates when the parking
brake is applied.
Note: You can apply the electric parking
brake when the power is off.
Note: The electric parking brake could
apply when you shift into park (P).
See Park
(P) (page 210). APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake to
slow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
1. Pull the switch up and hold it.
The electric parking brake continues to
slow your vehicle down unless you release
the switch.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tone
sounds and the stoplamps turn on when
you use the electric parking brake in an
emergency.
Note:
Do not apply the electric parking
brake when your vehicle is moving, except
in an emergency.
MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Push the switch down.
The red warning lamp turns off.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing a
Trailer
1. Press and hold the brake pedal.
2. Pull the switch upward and hold it.
3. Shift into gear.
4. Press the accelerator pedal until engine
has developed sufficient torque to
prevent your vehicle from rolling down
the hill.
5. Release the switch and pull away in a normal manner.
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COLD WEATHER
PRECAUTIONS
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below approximately
-13°F (-25°C).
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately
300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
DRIVING ECONOMICALLY
The following helps to improve fuel
consumption:
• Drive smoothly, accelerate gently and
anticipate the road ahead to avoid
heavy braking.
• Regularly check your tire pressures and
make sure that they are inflated to the
correct pressure.
• Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule and carry out the
recommended checks.
• Plan your journey and check the traffic
before you set off. It is more efficient
to combine errands into a single trip
whenever possible.
• Avoid idling the engine in cold weather
or for extended periods. Start the
engine only when you are ready to set
off.
• Do not carry unnecessary weight in your
vehicle as extra weight wastes fuel.
• Do not add unnecessary accessories
to the exterior of your vehicle, for
example running boards. If you use a
roof rack, remember to fold it down or
remove it when not in use. •
Do not shift into neutral when you are
braking or when your vehicle is slowing
down.
• Shut all windows when driving at high
speeds.
• Switch off all electric systems when
not in use, for example air conditioning.
Make sure that you unplug any
accessories from the auxiliary power
points when not in use.
DRIVING THROUGH SHALLOW
WATER WARNING:
Do not attempt to
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
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Note:
If the parking brake is applied, a
message appears in the information display.
Note: If your vehicle has an ignition key, you
cannot remove the key from the ignition
when the transmission is in neutral (N) and
your vehicle is off.
Note: Start the engine and allow it to run
for a few minutes at the beginning of each
day, and every six hours or fewer. With the
engine running and your foot on the brake,
shift into drive (D) and then into reverse (R)
before shifting back into neutral (N). Before
continuing to tow, switch neutral tow on.
EMERGENCY TOWING -
HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)/PLUG-IN HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (PHEV)
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without
access to wheel dollies or a vehicle
transport trailer, it can be flat-towed with
all wheels on the ground, regardless of the
powertrain and transmission configuration,
under the following conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for
towing in a forward direction.
• You shift the transmission into neutral
(N). If you cannot shift the transmission
into neutral (N), you may need to
override the shifter. See Entering
Temporary Neutral Mode (page 212).
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km). Note:
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in damage to the transmission.
EMERGENCY TOWING - 8-
SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION – 8F24
If you need to tow your vehicle, contact a
professional towing service or, if you are a
member of a roadside assistance program,
your roadside assistance service provider.
EMERGENCY TOWING - 8-
SPEED AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION – 8F35
If your vehicle becomes inoperable without
access to wheel dollies or a vehicle
transport trailer, it can be flat-towed with
all wheels on the ground, regardless of the
powertrain and transmission configuration,
under the following conditions:
• Your vehicle is facing forward for
towing in a forward direction.
• Use the manual park release
procedure. See
Using Manual Park
Release (page 213). Failure to do so
may result in damage to the
transmission.
• Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
• Maximum distance is
50 mi (80 km).
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WHAT IS THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT
The kit consists of an air compressor to
re-inflate the tire and a canister of sealing
compound that will effectively seal most
punctures. This kit will provide a temporary
tire repair allowing you to drive your vehicle
up to 120 mi (200 km) at a maximum
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) to reach a tire
service location.
Note: The temporary mobility kit contains
enough sealant compound in the canister
for one tire repair only. See an authorized
dealer for replacement sealant canisters.
TIRE SEALANT AND INFLATOR
KIT PRECAUTIONS WARNING:
Failure to follow these
guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or
death. WARNING:
Do not run the engine
when operating the air compressor
unless the vehicle is outdoors or in a
well-ventilated area.
Note: Do not use the kit if a tire has become
severely damaged. Only punctures located
within the tire tread can be sealed with the
kit.
Do not attempt to repair punctures larger
than 0.24 in (6 mm) or damage to the tire's
sidewall. The tire may not completely seal. •
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt
steering maneuvers.
• Periodically monitor tire inflation
pressure in the affected tire; if the tire
is losing pressure, have the vehicle
towed.
• Read the information in the Tips for
Use of the Kit section to make sure safe
operation of the kit and your vehicle.
LOCATING THE TIRE SEALANT
AND INFLATOR KIT
The kit is located under the load floor in
the rear of the vehicle.
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(If Equipped)

Exterior Bulbs................................................349
Changing a Front Fog Lamp Bulb.................351
Changing a Front Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb................................................................... 350
Changing a Headlamp Bulb.......................... 349
Changing a Reversing Lamp Bulb................351
Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................349
Exterior Lamps................................................99 Exterior Lamp Audible Warning................... 100
Exterior Lamp Indicators................................. 100
Switching the Daytime Running Lamps On and Off................................................................ 99
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On and Off........................................................................\
. 99
Switching the Turn Signal Lamps On and Off........................................................................\
. 99
Exterior Lighting Control..............................97
Exterior Lighting..............................................97
Autolamps.............................................................. 98
Automatic High Beam Control..................... 100
Automatic High Beam Control – Troubleshooting............................................. 102
Exterior Lamps...................................................... 99
Headlamps............................................................. 97
Headlamps – Troubleshooting...................... 98
Exterior Mirrors
..............................................108
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................40
Federal Highway Administration Regulation...................................................533
Flat Tire See: Changing a Flat Tire............................... 386
Floor Mats
........................................................312
Folding the Exterior Mirrors......................108
Ford Protect..................................................485
Front Parking Aid
.........................................236
Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings...........237
Front Parking Aid Limitations........................ 236
Locating the Front Parking Aid Sensors.............................................................. 237
What is the Front Parking Aid....................... 236
Front Passenger Sensing System
.............51
Front Passenger Sensing System
Indicators............................................................ 53
Front Passenger Sensing System Precautions........................................................ 53How Does the Front Passenger Sensing
System Work...................................................... 51
What Is the Front Passenger Sensing System.................................................................. 51
Front Seat Precautions..............................148
Front Seats
.....................................................148
Heated Seats........................................................ 153
Manual Seats....................................................... 149
Power Seats........................................................... 151
Fuel and Refueling.......................................188 Fuel and Refueling –
Troubleshooting............................................. 197
Fuel Quality.......................................................... 189
Refueling................................................................ 192
Running Out of Fuel.......................................... 190
Fuel and Refueling Precautions
.............188
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting.........................................197
Fuel and Refueling – Information Messages.......................................................... 197
Fuel and Refueling – Warning Lamps.........197
Fuel Economy Display - Gasoline...........126
Fuel Economy Display - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV).............................................126
Fuel Economy Display - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)...........................127
Fuel Gauge.......................................................118 Fuel Gauge Limitations..................................... 118
Locating the Fuel Filler Door........................... 118
What Is Distance to Empty.............................. 118
What Is the Fuel Gauge..................................... 118
What Is the Low Fuel Reminder..................... 118
Fuel Quality
....................................................189
Selecting the Correct Fuel.............................. 189
Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV).........................402
Fuel Tank Capacity
......................................196
Advertised Capacity.......................................... 196
Fuel Tank Capacity - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)
.........................................403
Fuse Precautions.........................................324
Fuses................................................................324
Body Control Module Fuse Box.................... 330
Fuses – Troubleshooting................................. 332
Under Hood Fuse Box...................................... 324
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General..................................................................
358
Hybrid Battery Systems ................................. 358
Tires........................................................................\
359
Programming a MyKey.................................65
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Garage Door Opener
Motor..............................................................163
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Gate Opener Motor...................164
Gate Operator / Canadian Programming.................................................. 164
Programming the Garage Door Opener to Your Hand-Held Transmitter...........163
Programming the Remote Control..........62
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats..........................................50
Puncture See: Changing a Flat Tire............................... 386
Push Button Ignition Switch.....................173 Starting the Engine............................................. 173
Switching the Ignition Off................................ 173
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode................................................................... 173
R
Radio Frequency Certification Labels...........................................................498
Blind Spot Information System Sensors............................................................ 498
Body Control Module........................................ 501
Cruise Control Module..................................... 505
Garage Door Opener........................................ 508
Keys and Remote Controls............................ 509
Radio Transceiver Module............................... 514
SYNC........................................................................\
517
Telematics Control Unit................................... 521
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors.............................................................. 521
Wireless Accessory Charging Module........527
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings.......................................................159
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators......................................................159
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations...................................................158
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions..................................................158 Rear Occupant Alert System...................158
Rear Parking Aid...........................................235
Locating the Rear Parking Aid
Sensors............................................................. 236
Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings............236
Rear Parking Aid Limitations......................... 235
What is the Rear Parking Aid......................... 235
Rear Seats
.......................................................155
Manual Seats....................................................... 155
Rear View Camera Guide Lines
..............240
Rear View Camera Object Distance Indicators......................................................241
Rear View Camera Precautions.............240
Rear View Camera......................................240 Rear View Camera Settings............................ 241
Rear View Camera Settings
......................241
Switching Rear View Camera Delay On and
Off....................................................................... 242
Zooming the Rear View Camera In and Out....................................................................... 241
Recalling a Preset Position.......................160 Linking a Preset Position to your Remote
Control or Passive Key................................. 160
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Gasoline, AWD
............................................321
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Gasoline, FWD
.............................................321
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)............321
Switching On........................................................ 321
Refueling..........................................................192 Manually Opening the Fuel Filler
Door.................................................................... 195
Refueling System Overview............................ 192
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 192
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge...........................................................225
Remote Control Limitations......................58
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle
...........................................................134
Remotely Starting the Vehicle....................... 134
Remotely Stopping the Vehicle..................... 134
Remote Start Limitations
..........................134
Remote Start Precautions........................134
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