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Maintenance When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated WARNINGS Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs. When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will have limited power, will not be able to maintain high-speed operation, and may completely shut down without warning, potentially losing engine power, power steering assist, and power brake assist, which may increase the possibility of a crash resulting in serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine. 2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Note: Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID CHECK Note: Transmission fluid should be checked by an authorized dealer. If required, fluid should be added by an authorized dealer. The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. Have an authorized dealer check and change the transmission fluid and filter at the correct service interval. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 400). Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. BRAKE FLUID CHECK Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of the system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. POWER STEERING FLUID CHECK Your vehicle is equipped with an electric power steering (EPS) system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill. 215 Escape/Kuga (TM2)

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Ford Credit	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	14
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	15
Export Unique Options	16
Child Safety	17
General Information	17
Child Seat Positioning	18
Booster Seats	20
Installing Child Seats	22
Child Safety Locks	27
Safety Belts	29
Principle of Operation	29
Fastening the Safety Belts	30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	33
Safety Belt Minder	34
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	35
Personal Safety System™	37
Personal Safety System™	37
Supplementary Restraints System	38
Principle of Operation	38
Driver and Passenger Airbags	39
Driver Knee Airbag	40
Front Passenger Sensing System	40
Side Airbags	42
Safety Canopy™	43
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	44
Airbag Disposal	45
Keys and Remote Controls	46
General Information on Radio Frequencies	46
Remote Control	46
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	50
MyKey™	51
Principle of Operation	51
Creating a MyKey	52
Clearing All MyKeys	52
Checking MyKey System Status	52
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	53
MyKey Troubleshooting	54
Locks	57
Locking and Unlocking	57
Manual Liftgate	61
Power Liftgate	62
Keyless Entry	64
Security	66
Passive Anti-Theft System	66
Anti-Theft Alarm	67
Steering Wheel	68
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	68
Audio Control	68
Voice Control	70
Cruise Control	70
Information Display Control	70
Wipers and Washers	72
Windshield Wipers	72
Autowipers	72
Windshield Washers	73
Rear Window Wiper and Washers	74
Lighting	75
Lighting Control	75
Autolamps	75
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	76
Headlamp Exit Delay	77
Daytime Running Lamps	77
Front Fog Lamps	77
Direction Indicators	77
Interior Lamps	77
Ambient Lighting	79
Windows and Mirrors	80
Power Windows	80
Exterior Mirrors	81
Interior Mirror	82
Sun Visors	83
Moonroof	83
Instrument Cluster	85
Gauges	85
Warning Lamps and Indicators	87
Audible Warnings and Indicators	89
Information Displays	91
General Information	91
Trip Computer	93
Information Messages	94
Climate Control	104
Manual Climate Control	104
Automatic Climate Control	105
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	107
Heated Windows and Mirrors	110
Cabin Air Filter	110
Remote Start	110
Seats	112
Sitting in the Correct Position	112
Head Restraints	112
Manual Seats	114
Power Seats	115
Memory Function	116
Rear Seats	117
Heated Seats	118
Rear Seat Armrest	118
Universal Garage Door Opener	119
Universal Garage Door Opener	119
Auxiliary Power Points	123
Auxiliary Power Points	123
Storage Compartments	125
Center Console	125
Overhead Console	125
Starting and Stopping the Engine	126
General Information	126
Ignition Switch	126
Keyless Starting	126
Starting a Gasoline Engine	127
Engine Block Heater	130
Fuel and Refueling	132
Safety Precautions	132
Fuel Quality	133
Running Out of Fuel	133
Refueling	135
Emission Control System	136
Fuel Consumption	138
Transmission	140
Automatic Transmission	140
Four-Wheel Drive	143
Principle of Operation	143
Using Four-Wheel Drive	143
Brakes	148
General Information	148
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	148
Parking Brake	149
Hill Start Assist	149
Traction Control	150
Principle of Operation	150
Using Traction Control	150
Stability Control	151
Principle of Operation	151
Using Stability Control	152
Parking Aids	153
Parking Aid	153
Active Park Assist	155
Rear View Camera	159
Cruise Control	162
Principle of Operation	162
Using Cruise Control	162
Driving Aids	163
Blind Spot Monitor	163
Eco Mode	167
Steering	167
Load Carrying	169
Rear Under Floor Storage	169
Luggage Covers	169
Roof Racks and Load Carriers	170
Load Limit	171
Towing	179
Towing a Trailer	179
Trailer Sway Control	180
Recommended Towing Weights	180
Essential Towing Checks	182
Towing Points	184
Transporting the Vehicle	184
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	185
Driving Hints	186
Breaking-In	186
Economical Driving	186
Driving Through Water	187
Floor Mats	187
Roadside Emergencies	189
Roadside Assistance	189
Hazard Warning Flashers	190
Fuel Shutoff	190
Jump-Starting the Vehicle	190
Post-Crash Alert System	192
Customer Assistance	193
Getting the Services You Need	193
In California (U.S. Only)	194
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	195
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	195
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	196
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	197
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	197
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	198
Fuses	199
Changing a Fuse	199
Fuse Specification Chart	200
Maintenance	209
General Information	209
Opening and Closing the Hood	209
Under Hood Overview	211
Under Hood Overview	212
Under Hood Overview	213
Engine Oil Dipstick	214
Engine Oil Dipstick	214
Engine Oil Check	214
Engine Coolant Check	215
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	218
Brake Fluid Check	218
Power Steering Fluid Check	218
Fuel Filter	219
Washer Fluid Check	219
Changing the 12V Battery	219
Checking the Wiper Blades	221
Changing the Wiper Blades	221
Changing the Engine Air Filter	222
Adjusting the Headlamps	223
Removing a Headlamp	225
Changing a Bulb	225
Bulb Specification Chart	229
Vehicle Care	230
General Information	230
Cleaning Products	230
Cleaning the Exterior	230
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	231
Waxing	231
Cleaning the Engine	232
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	232
Cleaning the Interior	232
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	233
Cleaning Leather Seats	233
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	234
Vehicle Storage	234
Wheels and Tires	237
General Information	237
Tire Care	239
Using Snow Chains	253
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	254
Changing a Road Wheel	257
Technical Specifications	261
Capacities and Specifications	263
Engine Specifications	263
Motorcraft Parts	264
Vehicle Identification Number	265
Vehicle Certification Label	265
Transmission Code Designation	266
Technical Specifications	267
Audio System	269
General Information	269
Audio unit	270
Audio unit	272
Audio unit	274
Audio unit	276
Audio unit	278
Digital Audio	281
Satellite Radio	283
Auxiliary Input Jack	286
USB Port	286
Media Hub	287
SYNC™	288
General Information	288
Using Voice Recognition	290
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	292
SYNC™ Applications and Services	303
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	309
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	316
MyFord Touch™	322
General Information	322
Settings	329
Entertainment	339
Phone	356
Information	362
Climate	371
Navigation	374
Accessories	383
Accessories	383
Appendices	385
End User License Agreement	385
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	400
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	400
Scheduled Maintenance	403
General Maintenance Information	403
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	406
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	409

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When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated

WARNINGS

Fail-safe mode is for use during

emergencies only. Operate the

vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long

as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in

a safe location and seek immediate repairs.

When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will

have limited power, will not be able to

maintain high-speed operation, and may

completely shut down without warning,

potentially losing engine power, power

steering assist, and power brake assist,

which may increase the possibility of a

crash resulting in serious injury.

Never remove the coolant reservoir

cap while the engine is running or hot.

You have limited engine power when in the

fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with

caution. The vehicle will not be able to

maintain high-speed operation and the

engine will run rough. Remember that the

engine is capable of completely shutting

down automatically to prevent engine

damage, therefore:

Pull off the road as soon as safely

possible and turn off the engine.

Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to

an authorized dealer.

If this is not possible, wait a short

period for the engine to cool.

Check the coolant level and replenish

if low.

Re-start the engine and take your

vehicle to an authorized dealer.

Note:

Driving the vehicle without repairing

the engine problem increases the chance of

engine damage. Take your vehicle to an

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

FLUID CHECK

Note:

Transmission fluid should be checked

by an authorized dealer. If required, fluid

should be added by an authorized dealer.

The automatic transmission does not have

a transmission fluid dipstick.

Have an authorized dealer check and

change the transmission fluid and filter at

the correct service interval. See

Scheduled Maintenance

(page 400). Your

transmission does not consume fluid.

However, the fluid level should be checked

if the transmission is not working properly,

(i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts

slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid

leakage.

Do not use supplemental transmission

fluid additives, treatments or cleaning

agents. The use of these materials may

affect transmission operation and result

in damage to internal transmission

components.

BRAKE FLUID CHECK

Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX

lines are within the normal operating range;

there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid

levels are outside of the normal operating

range, the performance of the system

could be compromised; seek service from

your authorized dealer immediately.

POWER STEERING FLUID

CHECK

Your vehicle is equipped with an electric

power steering (EPS) system. There is no

fluid reservoir to check or fill.

215

Escape/Kuga (TM2)

Maintenance