catalytic converter FORD ESCAPE 2022 Owners Manual

Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter ............198
Catalytic Converter Precautions ...........198
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting........................................................................\
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High Voltage Battery
What Is the High Voltage Battery ..........199
High Voltage Battery Precautions .........199
Charging Your Vehicle - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)
What is AC Charging .................................200
Charging Your Vehicle Precautions ......200
Charging Equipment .................................200
Locating the Charge Port ........................203
Charge Port Indicators .............................204
AC Charging ..................................................205
Setting the Charging Schedule andPreferences ..............................................206
Charging Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
207
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Precautions.......................................................................2\
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Automatic Transmission Positions ......209
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear ..............210
Automatic Transmission Position Indicators ....................................................210
Temporary Neutral Mode ...........................211
Automatic Return to Park (P) ..................211
Grade Assist - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) ...........................................................212
Manual Park Release - Gasoline ............212
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings .....................................................214
Automatic Transmission – Troubleshooting .......................................214
All-Wheel Drive
How Does All-Wheel Drive Work ...........216
All-Wheel Drive Precautions ...................216
All-Wheel Drive Limitations ....................216
All-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting ......216
Brakes
Brake Precautions ........................................217
Anti-Lock Braking System ........................217
Brake Over Accelerator ..............................217
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir ........218
Checking the Brake Fluid ..........................218
Brake Fluid Specification ..........................218
Brakes – Troubleshooting ........................219
Electric Parking Brake
What Is the Electric Parking Brake .......220
Applying the Electric Parking Brake ......220
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in anEmergency ................................................220
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ...........................................................220
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake .............................................221
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning ........................................................................\
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Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge ..........................................................221
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
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Hill Start Assist
What Is Hill Start Assist ............................223
How Does Hill Start Assist Work ...........223
Hill Start Assist Precautions ...................223
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting ......223
Auto Hold
How Does Auto Hold Work .....................224
Switching Auto Hold On and Off ..........224
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2. Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3. Shift into park (P).
4. Apply the parking brake.
AUTOMATIC ENGINE STOP (IF
EQUIPPED)
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP
Automatic engine stop is a feature that
switches the engine off if it has been idling
for an extended period to help you save
fuel.
HOW DOES AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP WORK
Automatic engine stop turns the engine
off. The ignition also turns off in order to
save battery power. Before the engine
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down. If you do not intervene
within 30 seconds, the engine shuts down.
Another message appears in the
information display to inform you that the
engine has shut down in order to save fuel.
Start your vehicle as you normally do.
SWITCHING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP ON AND OFF
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle Settings .
3. Switch 30min Max Idle on or off.
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown. If you switch it
off, it turns on each time you switch the
ignition on.
OVERRIDING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP
You can stop the engine shutdown, or reset
the timer, at any point before the
30-second countdown has expired by
doing any of the following:
• Pressing the brake pedal or accelerator pedal.
• Pressing the OK or RESET button during the countdown.
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic engine shutdown feature.
When you switch it off temporarily, it turns
on at the next ignition cycle.
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – WARNING LAMPS
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine
is running, the on-board
diagnostics system is detecting
a malfunction of the vehicle emission
control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire could be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration,
and have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of your
vehicle's emissions system and filters
harmful pollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operating
temperature of the exhaust system is
very high. Never work around or attempt
to repair any part of the exhaust system
until it has cooled. Use special care when
working around the catalytic converter.
The catalytic converter heats up to a very
high temperature after only a short
period of engine operation and stays hot
after the engine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
• Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time.
• Do not run the engine with a spark plug lead disconnected.
• Do not push-start or tow-start your vehicle. Use booster cables. See Jump
Starting the Vehicle (page 311). • Use the correct fuel. See Fuel and
Refueling (page 187).
• Do not switch the ignition off when your vehicle is moving.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
Note: Do not make any unauthorized
changes to your vehicle or engine. By law,
vehicle owners and anyone who
manufactures, repairs, or services a fleet of
vehicles are not permitted to intentionally
remove an emission control device or
prevent it from working.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
WARNING LAMPS
Your vehicle has an on-board diagnostics
system that monitors the emission control
system. If any of the following warning
lamps illuminate, this may indicate that
the on-board diagnostics system has
detected an emission control system
malfunction.
Continuing to drive your vehicle may cause
reduced power or the engine to stop.
Failure to respond to a warning lamp may
cause damage that your vehicle Warranty
may not cover. Have y our vehicle checked
as soon as possible.
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Catalytic Converter

Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box...........................................325
Locating the Body Control Module Fuse Box......................................................................325
Body Styling Kit Precautions...................354
Body Styling Kits..........................................354
Bonnet Lock
See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........328Booster Seats..................................................36
Brake Fluid Specification...........................218
Brake Over Accelerator...............................217
Brake Precautions.........................................217
Brakes................................................................217
Anti-Lock Braking System...............................217
Brakes – Troubleshooting...............................219
Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................219Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................219
Brakes – Warning Lamps.................................219
Breaking-In....................................................304
C
Calculating Payload...................................290
Calculating the Load Limit......................290
Canceling the Set Speed..........................243
Capacities and Specifications................387
Catalytic Converter......................................198
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting.............................................198
Catalytic Converter Precautions............198
Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting........................................198
Catalytic Converter – Warning
Lamps................................................................198
Changing a Flat Tire....................................382
Changing a Road Wheel...........................382
Changing the 12V Battery.........................343
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 1.5LEcoBoost™/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
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................61 Changing the Remote Control Battery -
Vehicles With: Push Button Start.........60
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password..................................409
Charge Port Indicators..............................204
Charging a Device.........................................167
Charging a Wireless Device......................169
Charging Equipment..................................200
Charging Your Vehicle...............................200
AC Charging.........................................................205
Charging Your Vehicle –
Troubleshooting............................................207
Charging Your VehiclePrecautions................................................200
Charging Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................207
Charging Your Vehicle – Frequently Asked
Questions........................................................ 208
Charging Your Vehicle – Information Messages.........................................................207
Checking MyKey System Status..............66
Checking the Brake Fluid...........................218
Checking the Coolant................................334
Checking the Seatbelts...............................44
Checking the Tire Pressures....................368
Checking the Wiper Blades........................94
Children and Airbags....................................50
Child Restraint Anchor Points...................29
Locating the Child Restraint Lower AnchorPoints...................................................................29
Locating the Child Restraint Top Tether Anchor Points...................................................30
What Are the Child Restraint Anchor Points...................................................................29
Child Restraints..............................................30Child Restraint Position Information............30
Child Restraints Recommendation................31
Child Safety......................................................28Child Restraint Anchor Points.........................29
Child Restraints....................................................30
Installing Child Restraints..................................31
Child Safety Locks.........................................38
Child Safety Precautions.............................28
Cleaning Products.......................................349
Cleaning the Exterior..................................349
Cleaning Camera Lenses andSensors..............................................................351
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Index

Vehicle Charging Status - Plug-In HybridElectric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................128
Vehicle Identification Number...............404
Locating the Vehicle Identification
Number............................................................ 404
Vehicle Identification Number Overview.........................................................404
Vehicle Identification.................................404Vehicle Identification Number.....................404Vehicle Range Display - Plug-In HybridElectric Vehicle (PHEV)...........................119
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot...............................409
Ventilation
See: Climate Control..........................................137Venting the Moonroof................................109
Viewing the Tire Pressures......................380
W
Washer Fluid Specification......................402
Washer s.............................................................95
Adding Washer Fluid...........................................96
Switching the Courtesy Wipe On and
Off........................................................................\
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Using the Rear Window Washer....................95
Using the Windshield Washer.........................95
Washer Fluid Specification..............................96
Washer Precautions............................................95
WashersSee: Wipers and Washers.................................92Waxing Your Vehicle...................................353
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators.......................................................121
What Are the Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps...........................................119
What Is 911 Assist...........................................57
What is AC Charging..................................200
What Is Active Park Assist........................238
What is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle............179
What Is Auto-Start-Stop...........................184
What Is Blind Spot Information System.........................................................268
What Is Brake Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)..........................................128
What Is Cross Traffic Alert.........................271
What Is Cruise Control...............................242
What Is Drive Mode Control.....................257 What Is Driver Alert.....................................282
What Is Electric Efficiency - Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)............128
What Is Ford Protect.................................480
What Is Hill Start Assist.............................223
What Is MyKey................................................64
What Is Pre-Collision Assist.....................274
What Is Remote Start.................................134
What Is Speed Sign Recognition...........284
What Is the Cabin Air Filter........................147
What Is the Catalytic Converter.............198
What Is the Electric Parking Brake........220
What Is the Garage Door Opener...........162
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating............................................................288
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating............................................................288
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............................................................288
What Is the Head Up Display....................131
What Is the High Voltage Battery...........199
What Is the Information Bar......................119
What Is the Lane Keeping System.........261
What Is the Pedestrian Alert System............................................................56
What Is the Personal Safety System............................................................46
What Is the Power Outlet.........................168
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System...........................................................158
What Is the Rear View Camera..............235
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........................................................378
What Is the Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................................................................372
What Is the Trip Summary - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................128
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger..........................................................169
Wheel and Tire Information.....................357
Wheel Nuts....................................................386
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