check transmission fluid 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 ........................................................................\
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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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stop. Move the transmission to park (P),
switch the engine off and apply the parking
brake. Inspect the accelerator pedal for
any interference. If none are found and the
condition persists, have your vehicle towed
to the nearest authorized dealer.
LOCATING THE BRAKE FLUID
RESERVOIR
See Under Hood Overview (page 330).
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
WARNING: Do not use any fluid
other than the recommended brake fluid
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss
of vehicle control, serious personal injury
or death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluid
from a sealed container. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake
system damage or failure. Failure to
adhere to this warning could result in the
loss of vehicle control, serious personal
injury or death.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluid
to touch your skin or eyes. If this
happens, rinse the affected areas
immediately with plenty of water and
contact your physician.
WARNING: The brake system
could be affected if the brake fluid level
is below the MIN mark or above the MAX
mark on the brake fluid reservoir.
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1. Park your vehicle on a level surface.
2. Look at the brake fluid reservoir to see where the brake fluid level is relative
to the MIN and the MAX marks on the
reservoir.
Note: To avoid fluid contamination, the
reservoir cap must remain in place and fully
tight, unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets our
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 387).
BRAKE FLUID SPECIFICATION
See Brake Fluid Specification (page 403).
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Brakes

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Service your vehicle regularly to help
maintain its roadworthiness and resale
value. There is a large network of
authorized dealers that are there to help
you with their professional servicing
expertise. We believe that their specially
trained technicians are best qualified to
service your vehicle properly and expertly.
They are supported by a wide range of
highly specialized tools developed
specifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,
an authorized dealer can provide the
necessary parts and service. Check your
warranty information to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,
fluids and service parts conforming to
specifications.
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space,
unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
• Keep all open flames and other burning material, such as cigarettes, away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
• Set the parking brake, shift the transmission to park (P) and block the
wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
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1. Open the left-hand front door.
2. Fully pull the hood release lever andlet it completely retract.
Note: This action releases the hood latch.
3. Fully pull the hood release lever for a second time.
Note: This action fully releases the hood.
4. Open the hood.
Note: There is no secondary hood release
under the hood.
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Maintenance

Check Every Six Months
The door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
The hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. The parking brake for proper operation.
The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.
The washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
It is important to have the systems on your
vehicle regularly checked. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt or belts
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear andproper pressure
2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant re covery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date
on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Scheduled Maintenance