12v battery FORD ESCAPE 2022 Owners Manual

Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions ..........316
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Gasoline, AWD ..........................................316
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Gasoline, FWD ..........................................316
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) ..........316
Emergency Towing - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV) .........................................317
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F24 ..............................317
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35 .............................318
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
.318
Fuses
Fuse Precautions .........................................319
Under Hood Fuse Box ................................319
Body Control Module Fuse Box .............325
Identifying Fuse Types ..............................327
Fuses – Troubleshooting ..........................327
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions .......................328
Opening and Closing the Hood .............328
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™........................................................................\
330
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
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Under Hood Overview - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ...........................................332
Engine Oil .......................................................333
Checking the Coolant ...............................334
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™ ..........338
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) .........339 Changing the Fuel Filter - Gasoline,
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ...........340
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™ ..............................................340
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™ ................................................341
12V Battery .....................................................341
Changing the 12V Battery ........................343
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................344
Exterior Bulbs ...............................................345
Interior Bulbs ................................................348
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products ......................................349
Cleaning the Exterior .................................349
Cleaning the Interior ...................................351
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............353
Waxing Your Vehicle ..................................353
Body Styling Kits
Body Styling Kit Precautions ..................354
Storing Your Vehicle
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage ......355
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage ........................................................................\
356
Wheel and Tire Information
Locating the Tire label ..............................357
Department of Transportation UniformTire Quality Grades ................................357
Information on the Tire Sidewall ..........358
Glossary of Tire Terminology .................363
Tire Replacement Requirements .........364
Using Snow Chains ....................................366
Tire Care
Checking the Tire Pressures ...................368
Inflating the Tires .......................................368
Inspecting the Tire for Wear ...................369
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Table of Contents

WHAT IS THE POWER OUTLET
The power outlet can power devices using
a 12 V outlet adapter.
POWER OUTLET
PRECAUTIONS
When you switch the vehicle on, you can
use the socket to power 12 V appliances
with a maximum current rating of 15 A. Do
not use the power point over the vehicle
capacity of 12 V DC 180 W or a fuse could
blow. Do not plug in any device that
supplies power to the vehicle through the
power points. This could result in damage
to vehicle systems. Do not hang any
accessory from the accessory plug. Always
keep the power point caps closed when
not in use. Do not insert objects other than
an accessory plug into the power point.
To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
• Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is off.
• Do not leave devices plugged in overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods.
LOCATING THE POWER
OUTLETS
Power outlets may be in the following
locations:
• On the lower instrument panel.
• Inside the center console.
• On the front of the center console.
• On the rear of the center console.
• In the cargo area.
• On the passenger side floor panel.
• 3rd row on the quarter trim panels.
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Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 12V Power Outlet

UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.5L ECOBOOST™
308 93E308193
Windshield washer fluid. See Adding Washer Fluid (page 96).
A
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant (page 334).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 333).
C
Engine oil filler cap. See Adding Engine Oil (page 333).
D
Brake fluid reservoir. See Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir (page 218).
E
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 343).
F
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 319).
G
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 338).
H
330
Maintenance

UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST™
30 05E307705
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid (page 96).
A
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant (page 334).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 333).
C
Engine oil filler cap. See Adding Engine Oil (page 333).
D
Brake fluid reservoir. See Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir (page 218).
E
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 343).
F
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses (page 319).
G
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 338).
H
331
Maintenance

DRIVE BELT ROUTING
OVERVIEW - 2.0L
ECOBOOST™
E161383E161383
The long drive belt is on the first
pulley groove closest to the
engine.
A.
The short drive belt is on the
second pulley groove farthest
from engine.
B.
12V BATTERY
12V BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Batteries normally
produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury. Therefore, do not
allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always
shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation.
WARNING: When lifting a
plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure
on the end walls could cause acid to flow
through the vent caps, resulting in
personal injury and damage to the
vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a
battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
WARNING: Keep batteries out of
reach of children. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to protect
against possible splashing of acid
solution. In case of acid contact with skin
or eyes, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed,
call a physician immediately.
WARNING: Battery posts,
terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash your hands
after handling.
WARNING: This vehicle may have
more than one battery. Removing the
battery cables from only one battery
does not disconnect your vehicle
electrical system. Make sure you
disconnect the battery cables from all
batteries when disconnecting power.
Failure to do so may cause serious
personal injury or property damage.
WARNING: For vehicles with
Auto-Start-Stop the battery requirement
is different. You must replace the battery
with one of exactly the same
specification.
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Maintenance

WHAT IS THE BATTERY
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The battery management system monitors
battery conditions and takes actions to
extend battery life.
HOW DOES THE BATTERY
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORK
If excessive battery drain is detected, the
system temporarily disables some
electrical systems to protect the battery.
Systems included are:
• Heated rear window.
• Heated seats.
• Climate control.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Audio unit.
• Navigation system.
A message could appear in the information
display to alert you that battery protection
actions are active. This message is only for
notification that an action is taking place,
and not intended to indicate an electrical
problem or that the battery requires
replacement.
BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
LIMITATIONS
After battery replacement, or in some
cases after charging the battery with an
external charger, the battery management
system requires eight hours of vehicle sleep
time to relearn the battery state of charge.
During this time, your vehicle must remain
fully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:Prior to relearning the battery state
of charge, the battery management system
could temporarily disable some electrical
systems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery management
system works correctly, do not connect an
electrical device ground connection
directly to the battery negative post. This
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.
Note: If you add electrical accessories or
components to the vehicle, it could
adversely affect battery performance and
durability. This could also affect the
performance of other electrical systems in
the vehicle.
RESETTING THE BATTERY
SENSOR
When you install a new battery, reset the
battery sensor by doing the following:
1. Switch the ignition on, and leave the engine off.
Note: Complete Steps 2 and 3 within 10
seconds.
2. Flash the high beam headlamps five times, ending with the high beams off.
3. Press and release the brake pedal three times.
The battery warning lamp flashes three
times to confirm that the reset is
successful.
RECYCLING AND DISPOSING OF
THE 12V BATTERY
E107998
Make sure that you dispose of
old batteries in an
environmentally friendly way.
Seek advice from your local authority
about recycling old batteries.
342
Maintenance

CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
The battery is in the engine compartment.
See Under Hood Overview (page 330).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free
battery. It does not require additional
water during service.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry and the
battery cables tightly fastened to the
battery terminals. If any corrosion is
present on the battery or terminals, remove
the cables from the terminals and clean
with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and
water.
We recommend that you disconnect the
negative battery cable terminal from the
battery if you plan to store your vehicle for
an extended period.
Note: If you only disconnect the negative
battery cable terminal, make sure it is
isolated or placed away from the battery
terminal to avoid unintended connection or
arcing.
To maintain correct operation of the
battery management system, if you add
any electrical devices to your vehicle, do
not connect the ground connection directly
to the negative battery terminal. A
connection at the negative battery terminal
can cause inaccurate measurements of
the battery condition and potential
incorrect system operation.
Note: If you add electrical accessories or
components to your vehicle this may
adversely affect battery performance,
durability and the performance of other
electrical systems on your vehicle.
If you replace the battery make sure it
matches the electrical requirements of
your vehicle. If you disconnect or replace the battery
and your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, it must relearn its adaptive
strategy. Because of this, the transmission
may shift firmly when first driven. This is
normal operation while the transmission
fully updates its operation to optimum
shift feel.
Remove and Reinstall the Battery
To disconnect or remove the battery, do
the following:
1. Apply the parking brake and switch the
ignition off.
2. Switch all electrical equipment off, for example lights and radio.
3. Wait a minimum of two minutes before disconnecting the battery.
Note: The engine management system has
a power hold function and remains powered
for a period of time after you switch the
ignition off. This is to allow diagnostic and
adaptive tables to be stored. Disconnecting
the battery without waiting can cause
damage not covered by the vehicle
Warranty.
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.
Note: After cleaning or replacing the
battery, make sure you reinstall the battery
cover or shield.
343
Maintenance

PREPARING YOUR VEHICLE
FOR STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, the following maintenance
recommendations ensures your vehicle
stays in good operating condition.
Under various conditions, long-term
storage may lead to degraded engine
performance or failure unless you use
specific precautions to preserve your
vehicle.
General
• Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilatedplace.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and weather damage.
• Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
• Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m) every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Engine
• Change the engine oil and filter prior tostorage because used engine oil
contains contaminants 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.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly toremove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housings
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• 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.
Hybrid Battery Systems
We recommend the following actions for
your vehicle:
• When storing your vehicle for greaterthan 30 days the state of charge
should be approximately 50%.
Additionally we recommend
disconnecting the 12V battery which
will reduce system loads on the HV
battery.
12 Volt Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keepconnections clean.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if you disconnect the battery
cables.
Brakes
Make sure the brakes and parking brake
release fully.
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Storing Your Vehicle

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12V Battery......................................................34112V Battery Precautions...................................341
Battery Management SystemLimitations.......................................................342
How Does the Battery Management System Work..................................................342
Recycling and Disposing of the 12V Battery..............................................................342
Resetting the Battery Sensor........................342
What Is the Battery Management System..............................................................342
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911 Assist............................................................57
A
A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................137About This Publication..................................17
ABS
See: Brakes............................................................217Accessing the Trip Computer - VehiclesWith: 4.2 Inch Instrument Cluster
Display Screen............................................129
Accessing the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 6.5 Inch Instrument Cluster
Display Screen/ 12.3 Inch Instrument
Cluster Display Screen.............................129
Accessories....................................................479
AC Charging...................................................205
Connecting the Charger..................................205
Stopping Charging............................................206
Active Park Assist........................................238Active Park Assist –
Trouble shooting............................................240
Active Park Assist Precautions...............238
Active Park Assist –
Troubleshooting........................................240
Active Park Assist – Frequently Asked
Questions ........................................................240
Active Park Assist – Information Messages.........................................................240
Adaptive Cruise Control............................244Adaptive Cruise Control –Troubleshooting............................................ 254
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control.............253
Lane Centering...................................................250
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation................................................247
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators.......250
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations..................................................245
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions.................................................244
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting........................................254
Adaptive Cruise Control – Information
Messages.........................................................254
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors..................108
Adjusting the Headlamps........................344
Adjusting the Instrument Panel LightingBrightness....................................................103
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height...................42
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy......................................................42
Adjusting the Sound Settings...................411
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................91
Adjusting the Volume.................................410
Aid Mode.........................................................263
How Does Aid Mode Work.............................263
What Is Aid Mode..............................................263
Airbag Precautions........................................49
Airbags................................................................47
Front Passenger Sensing System...................51Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................137Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™.........400
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™.........401
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV).........................................402
Air Filter
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 1.5L
EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™.................338
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)...............339
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Index

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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