automatic transmission FORD ESCAPE 2022 Owner's Manual

Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every 20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every 100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).
2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every 150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
3
Change the engine coolant.4At 200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.3 If not replaced within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).4 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED
message appearing in the
information display.
• Example 1: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) (for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at 25,000 mi (40,000 km)). Perform
the engine air filter replacement.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
The normal oil change interval for vehicles
operating in the Middle East, North Africa,
Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using an American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil
of SM or SN quality is 3,000 mi
(5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
2,000 mi (3,000 km). Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Automatic High Beam ControlLimitations........................................................101
Automatic High Beam Control Precautions.......................................................101
Automatic High Beam Control Requirements..................................................101
How Does Automatic High Beam Control Work...................................................................100
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control............................................................... 102
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off........................................................101
Automatic High Beam Control –Trouble shooting.........................................102
Automatic High Beam Control –
Information Messages.................................102
Automatic Locking Mode.............................41Disengaging Automatic Locking Mode.........41
Engaging Automatic Locking Mode...............41
What Is Automatic Locking Mode..................41
Automatic Return to Park (P)...................211Automatic Return to Park (P)Limitations........................................................212
How Does Automatic Return to Park (P) Work....................................................................212
What Is Automatic Return to Park (P).........211
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings.......................................................214
Automatic Transmission..........................209
Automatic Return to Park (P).........................211
Automatic Transmission Positions............209
Automatic Transmission –
Troubleshooting .............................................214
Grade Assist - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)..................................................................212
Manual Park Release - Gasoline...................212
Temporary Neutral Mode..................................211
Automatic Transmission Position Indicator s...................................................... 210
Automatic Transmission Positions......................................................209
Drive (D).................................................................210
Low (L).................................................................\
..210
Neutral (N)............................................................210
Park (P)...............................................................\
..209
Reverse (R)..........................................................209
Automatic TransmissionPrecautions................................................209 Automatic Transmission –
Troubleshooting .........................................214
Automatic Transmission – Information
Messages..........................................................214
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................184Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........185Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................184
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................184
Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................185
Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently Asked
Questions.........................................................186
Auto-Start-Stop – Information Messages..........................................................185
Autounlock.......................................................70Autounlock Requirements................................70
Switching Autounlock On and Off.................70
What Is Autounlock.............................................70
Autowipers........................................................92Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor.................................................................93
Autowipers Settings............................................92
What Are Autowipers.........................................92
AW DSee: All-Wheel Drive.........................................216
B
BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.....................343Blind Spot Information System.............268Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooti ng............................................270
Blind Spot Information System
Indicator s.....................................................269
Blind Spot Information System Limitations..................................................268
Blind Spot Information System Precautions................................................268
Blind Spot Information System Requirements............................................268
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting ........................................270
Blind Spot Information System –
Information Messages................................270
Body Control Module Fuse Box..............325Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox......................................................................325
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Index

Electric Vehicle Information.....................457
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............559
Emergency Call Limitations........................57
Emergency Call Requirements..................57
Emergency Call System Data....................25
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed AutomaticTransmission – 8F24................................317
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35...............................318
Emergency Towing - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)...........................................317
Emission Law.................................................557
Enabling Remote Start...............................134
End User License Agreement..................532
Engine Block Heater.....................................174
Engine Block Heater Precautions..................174
How Does the Engine Block Heater
Work....................................................................174
Using the Engine Block Heater.......................174
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............................................................119
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™........................................392
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™.......................................393
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV).........................................................395
Engine Oil........................................................333
Adding Engine Oil...............................................333
Checking the Engine Oil Level.......................333
Engine Oil Capacity and
Specification...................................................334
Engine Oil Dipstick Overview.........................333
Resetting the Engine Oil Change Reminder.........................................................334
Engine Specifications - 1.5LEcoBoost™.................................................387
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™................................................388
Engine Specifications - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV).........................389
Entering a Parallel Parking Space.........238
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space............................................................239 Entertainment..............................................440
Evasive Steering Assist..............................279
Evasive Steering Assist Limitations............279
Switching Evasive Steering Assist On and
Off.......................................................................2\
79
What Is Evasive Steering Assist....................279
EV Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)...........................................................127
Event Data.........................................................23
Exiting a Parking Space.............................239
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................134
Exterior Bulbs................................................345
Changing a Front Fog Lamp Bulb................347
Changing a Front Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb...................................................................346
Changing a Headlamp Bulb..........................345
Changing a Reversing Lamp Bulb...............348
Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................345
Exterior Lamps................................................99Exterior Lamp Audible Warning...................100
Exterior Lamp Indicators.................................100
Switching the Daytime Running Lamps On and Off................................................................9\
9
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....................................................531
Flat Tire
See: Changing a Flat Tire................................382Floor Mats......................................................306
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