2005 Ford Escape Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish) - Page 404

Driver Controls Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of a storage compartment located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 1. To open, lift the release handle and the lid. The lid can be removed to allow for extra storage. 2. To close, lower the lid and push handle until latch clicks. LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack. The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lbs (44 kg), evenly distributed on the cross-bars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars as possible. Do not use the vehicle's door handles as tie down loops. 78 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)