2004 Ford Escape Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 1
2004 Ford Escape Manual
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20539_Escape QRG_041103.qxd 7/2/03 10:29 AM Page 1 (if equipped) CAUTION: DO NOT USE CD WITH ADHESIVE LABEL* (if equipped) A B C D F G H A B C I D I E A Volume/Power Control - Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. AM/FM Select - In radio mode, press to select AM or FM frequency bands. In tape or CD mode, press to stop play and begin radio play. Seek Function - In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station up or down the band. In tape mode, press to move to the next/previous selection on the tape. In CD mode, press to select the next/previous track. Scan Function - In radio mode, press to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In tape or CD mode, press to hear a brief sampling of all selections. Tune Adjust - In radio mode, press to move to the next frequency up or down the band. A F G H B C D E F G H I J Fuel Tank Capacity - Vehicles equipped with 2.0L four-cylinder engines and 3.0L six-cylinder engines have 16-gallon fuel tanks. Octane Recommendations - Your vehicle is designed to use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 for optimum performance. The use of gasoline with lower octane ratings may degrade performance. Tire Pressure - Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the recommended specifications found on the Certification Label located on the front door latch pillar on the driver's side. Tire pressure information can also be found on the Tire Information label located on the inside of the fuel filler door. Please check your tire pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes. Warning: Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Fuses - If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. For more information about changing the fuse, please consult your Owner's Guide. This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner's Guide which contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle, as well as important safety warnings designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your occupants. Please read your entire Owner's Guide carefully as you begin learning about your new Escape and refer to the appropriate sections when questions arise. All information contained on the Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the time of duplication. We reserve the right to change features, operation and/or functionality of any vehicle specification at any time. Your Ford dealer is the best source for the most current information. For detailed operating and safety information, please consult your Owner's Guide. E J A Scan Function - In radio mode, press to hear a sampling of all listenable stations. In CD mode, press to hear a brief sampling of all selections on the current CD. Shuffle Function - Press to engage the desired shuffle mode. SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all CDs; SHUFFLE TRK plays all selections from the current CD in random order. Loading CD - Press to open the CD door, then load the CD into the player. Press LOAD and then a preset number to select a slot. Press and hold LOAD to activate autoload. In radio mode, press to begin CD play. Volume/Power Control - Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. Automatic Volume Control (Limited only) - This audio system has speed sensitive volume control. Push and hold the volume control for five seconds. Press SEL to adjust the volume control levels from "0" (off) to "7" (high). J F Tape/CD Select - To begin tape play while in radio or CD mode, press the tape control. To begin CD play, press the CD control. Autoset Memory Preset - Select AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then press AUTO to activate autoset memory preset. This allows you to set strong radio stations without losing the previously set stations. Press again to deactivate autoset. Setting the Clock - Press and hold CLK and then press SEEK to set the hour. Press and hold CLK and then press TUNE to set the minute. Select - Press to adjust the sound output and distribution after selecting BASS, TREB, BAL or FADE. Setting Memory Preset Stations - Select AM, FM1, or FM2 band, then select a station. Next, press and hold a control until the sound returns. F Disc/Tune Adjust - In radio mode, press to move to the next frequency up or down the band. In CD mode, press to select a disc in the CD player. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) - Press DSP and then SEL to choose the desired signal mode (DSP OFF, NEWS, JAZZ CLUB, HALL, CHURCH, or STADIUM). Press DSP again and then SEL to access the desired occupancy mode (ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT, or REAR SEATS). Seek Function - In radio mode, press to move to the next listenable station up or down the band. In CD mode, press to select the next/previous track on the current disc. Setting the Clock - Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press SEL to set the time. Press MENU again to disengage the clock mode. Setting Memory Preset Stations - Select a band by using AM, FM1 or FM2; choose a station. To store in memory, press and hold one of the six numbered buttons until the sound returns. A Panel and Floor - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Panel - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. A/C (if equipped) - Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Although quieter than MAX A/C, A/C is not as economical and will take longer to cool the vehicle. Airflow will be directed from the instrument panel registers. Max A/C (if equipped) - Uses recirculated air to quickly cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is louder than A/C, but is more economical and cools the interior faster. Airflow will be directed from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Fan Speed Control - Rotate the knob to adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. F B G B C Off - Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Floor - Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. Floor and Defrost - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts, the demister outlets, and the floor ducts. Defrost - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. Temperature Control - Rotate the knob to adjust the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Changing the Tires - If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, which is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only. Brake Dust - For more information about brake dust, see the brake section of the Owner's Manual. Location of the Spare Tire and Tools Item Spare Tire, Jack Handle, Lug Nut Wrench, Long Spare Tire Rod Location In the wheel well underneath the cargo floor B G G H C C H H D D I I D I J Roadside Emergencies - To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary Roadside Assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available 24 hours, seven days a week for the Basic Warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles). Roadside assistance will cover: Changing a flat tire Lock-out assistance Roadside Assistance Centers Country United States Canada Phone Number (800) 241-3673 (800) 665-2006 Jump-starts Towing of your vehicle Limited fuel delivery J 2004 model *F4L8J19G217AA* E 4L8J-19G217-AA April 2003 First Printing Quick Reference J E AM/FM and CD - In radio mode, press AM/FM to select AM or FM frequency bands. In CD mode, press AM/FM to stop play and begin radio play. To begin CD play while in radio mode, press CD. ESCAPE E Quick Reference Guide Escape Litho in U.S.A. *CDs with adhesive labels and irregularly shaped CDs may get stuck in the CD player. Homemade CDs should be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. For complete details on any roadside assistance concern, see the Roadside Emergencies section or the Customer Assistance section in your Owner's Guide.