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Load Carrying ROOF RACKS AND LOAD CARRIERS WARNING When loading the roof racks, we recommend you evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity, may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Take extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. The maximum recommended load, evenly distributed on the crossbars, is: • 100 pounds (45 kilograms) for vehicles without a moonroof • 45 pounds (20 kilograms) for vehicles with a moonroof. Note: Never place loads directly on the roof panel. The roof panel is not designed to directly carry a load. For correct roof rack system function, you must place loads directly on crossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails. When using the roof rack system, we recommend you use Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars designed specifically for your vehicle. Make sure that you securely fasten the load. Check the tightness of the load before driving and at each fuel stop. Adjusting the Crossbar (If Equipped) Note: For less wind noise and better aerodynamics, only install the crossbars when you need them for carrying cargo. If you prefer to keep the crossbars installed, the front crossbar has two positions. The front position is quieter for wind noise. The rear position may help to reduce wind noise from an open moonroof. Follow the steps to reposition or remove the front crossbar. You can remove the rear crossbar fasteners by unscrewing the assembly. E142448 1. Remove the crossbar thumbwheels at both sides of the front crossbar by turning them counterclockwise. Note: If you cannot loosen the thumbwheel with your hand, loosen the fastener head. You can also use a small screwdriver or similar tool to loosen the thumbwheel by inserting the shaft between the two paddles of the thumbwheel and rotating it loose. 2. Remove the crossbar by sliding the ends off of the shoulder bolts in the side rails. 3. Move the crossbar to the new side rail position and slide the crossbar onto the shoulder bolt at that position. 4. Replace and tighten the thumbwheels at both sides of the crossbar by turning them clockwise until tight. You can use a small screwdriver or similar tool to tighten if necessary. 169 Escape (TM2), enUSA, First Printing

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
At a Glance	17
At a Glance	17
Child Safety	22
General Information	22
Installing Child Seats	23
Booster Seats	29
Child Seat Positioning	31
Child Safety Locks	32
Safety Belts	34
Principle of Operation	34
Fastening the Safety Belts	35
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	38
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	38
Safety Belt Minder	39
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	40
Personal Safety System™	41
Personal Safety System™	41
Supplementary Restraints System	42
Principle of Operation	42
Driver and Passenger Airbags	43
Front Passenger Sensing System	44
Side Airbags	46
Driver Knee Airbag	47
Safety Canopy™	47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	49
Airbag Disposal	50
Keys and Remote Controls	51
Principle of Operation	51
General Information on Radio Frequencies	51
Remote Control	52
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	55
MyKey™	56
Principle of Operation	56
Creating a MyKey	56
Clearing All MyKeys	57
Checking MyKey System Status	58
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	59
MyKey Troubleshooting	59
Locks	61
Locking and Unlocking	61
Manual Liftgate	65
Power Liftgate	66
Keyless Entry	68
Security	70
Passive Anti-Theft System	70
Anti-Theft Alarm	71
Steering Wheel	72
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	72
Audio Control	72
Voice Control	73
Cruise Control	73
Information Display Control	73
Wipers and Washers	74
Windshield Wipers	74
Autowipers	74
Windshield Washers	75
Rear Window Wiper and Washers	76
Lighting	77
Lighting Control	77
Autolamps	77
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	78
Headlamp Exit Delay	79
Daytime Running Lamps	79
Front Fog Lamps	80
Direction Indicators	80
Interior Lamps	80
Ambient Lighting	80
Windows and Mirrors	82
Power Windows	82
Global Opening	83
Exterior Mirrors	83
Interior Mirror	85
Sun Visors	85
Moonroof	86
Instrument Cluster	87
Gauges	87
Warning Lamps and Indicators	89
Audible Warnings and Indicators	91
Information Displays	93
General Information	93
Trip Computer	95
Information Messages	96
Climate Control	106
Manual Climate Control	106
Automatic Climate Control	107
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	109
Heated Windows and Mirrors	112
Cabin Air Filter	112
Remote Start	112
Seats	114
Sitting in the Correct Position	114
Head Restraints	114
Manual Seats	116
Power Seats	117
Memory Function	118
Rear Seats	119
Heated Seats	120
Rear Seat Armrest	120
Universal Garage Door Opener	121
Universal Garage Door Opener	121
Auxiliary Power Points	125
Auxiliary Power Points	125
Storage Compartments	127
Center Console	127
Overhead Console	127
Starting and Stopping the Engine	128
General Information	128
Ignition Switch	128
Keyless Starting	128
Starting a Gasoline Engine	129
Engine Block Heater	132
Fuel and Refueling	134
Safety Precautions	134
Fuel Quality	135
Running Out of Fuel	135
Refueling	137
Fuel Consumption	138
Emission Control System	139
Transmission	142
Automatic Transmission	142
Four-Wheel Drive	145
Principle of Operation	145
Using Four-Wheel Drive	145
Brakes	150
General Information	150
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	150
Parking Brake	151
Hill Start Assist	151
Traction Control	152
Principle of Operation	152
Using Traction Control	152
Stability Control	153
Principle of Operation	153
Using Stability Control	154
Parking Aids	155
Parking Aid	155
Active Park Assist	157
Rear View Camera	161
Cruise Control	164
Principle of Operation	164
Using Cruise Control	164
Driving Aids	165
Blind Spot Information System	165
Eco Mode	169
Steering	169
Load Carrying	171
Rear Under Floor Storage	171
Luggage Covers	171
Roof Racks and Load Carriers	172
Load Limit	173
Towing	181
Towing a Trailer	181
Trailer Sway Control	182
Recommended Towing Weights	182
Essential Towing Checks	184
Towing Points	186
Transporting the Vehicle	187
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	188
Driving Hints	189
Breaking-In	189
Economical Driving	189
Driving Through Water	190
Floor Mats	190
Roadside Emergencies	192
Roadside Assistance	192
Hazard Warning Flashers	193
Fuel Shutoff	193
Jump Starting the Vehicle	194
Post-Crash Alert System	196
Customer Assistance	197
Getting the Services You Need	197
In California (U.S. Only)	198
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	199
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	199
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	200
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	201
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	201
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	202
Fuses	203
Fuse Specification Chart	203
Changing a Fuse	212
Maintenance	213
General Information	213
Opening and Closing the Hood	213
Under Hood Overview	215
Under Hood Overview	216
Under Hood Overview	217
Engine Oil Dipstick	218
Engine Oil Dipstick	218
Engine Oil Check	218
Engine Coolant Check	219
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	222
Brake Fluid Check	222
Power Steering Fluid Check	222
Washer Fluid Check	222
Fuel Filter	222
Changing the 12V Battery	223
Checking the Wiper Blades	224
Changing the Wiper Blades	224
Adjusting the Headlamps	225
Removing a Headlamp	227
Changing a Bulb	227
Bulb Specification Chart	231
Changing the Engine Air Filter	232
Vehicle Care	234
General Information	234
Cleaning Products	234
Cleaning the Exterior	234
Waxing	235
Cleaning the Engine	235
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	236
Cleaning the Interior	236
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	236
Cleaning Leather Seats	237
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	238
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	238
Vehicle Storage	238
Wheels and Tires	241
General Information	241
Tire Care	243
Using Snow Chains	257
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	258
Changing a Road Wheel	261
Technical Specifications	265
Capacities and Specifications	267
Engine Specifications	267
Motorcraft Parts	268
Vehicle Identification Number	268
Vehicle Certification Label	269
Transmission Code Designation	270
Technical Specifications	271
Audio System	275
General Information	275
Audio Unit	276
Audio Unit	278
Audio Unit	280
Audio Unit	282
Audio Unit	284
Digital Radio	287
Satellite Radio	289
Audio Input Jack	292
USB Port	292
Media Hub	293
SYNC™	294
General Information	294
Using Voice Recognition	296
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	298
SYNC™ Applications and Services	309
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	316
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	324
MyFord Touch™	333
General Information	333
Settings	340
Entertainment	350
Phone	367
Information	373
Climate	382
Navigation	385
MyFord Touch™ Troubleshooting	393
Accessories	399
Accessories	399
Appendices	401
End User License Agreement	401
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	421
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	421
Scheduled Maintenance	423
General Maintenance Information	423
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	426
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	429
Scheduled Maintenance Record	432

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ROOF RACKS AND LOAD

CARRIERS

WARNING

When loading the roof racks, we

recommend you evenly distribute the

load, as well as maintain a low

center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with

higher centers of gravity, may handle

differently than unloaded vehicles. Take

extra precautions, such as slower speeds

and increased stopping distance, when

driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

The maximum recommended load, evenly

distributed on the crossbars, is:

•

100 pounds (45 kilograms) for vehicles

without a moonroof

•

45 pounds (20 kilograms) for vehicles

with a moonroof.

Note:

Never place loads directly on the roof

panel. The roof panel is not designed to

directly carry a load.

For correct roof rack system function, you

must place loads directly on crossbars

affixed to the roof rack side rails. When

using the roof rack system, we recommend

you use Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars

designed specifically for your vehicle.

Make sure that you securely fasten the

load. Check the tightness of the load

before driving and at each fuel stop.

Adjusting the Crossbar

(If Equipped)

Note:

For less wind noise and better

aerodynamics, only install the crossbars

when you need them for carrying cargo. If

you prefer to keep the crossbars installed,

the front crossbar has two positions. The

front position is quieter for wind noise. The

rear position may help to reduce wind noise

from an open moonroof. Follow the steps

to reposition or remove the front crossbar.

You can remove the rear crossbar fasteners

by unscrewing the assembly.

E142448

Remove the crossbar thumbwheels at

both sides of the front crossbar by

turning them counterclockwise.

Note:

If you cannot loosen the thumbwheel

with your hand, loosen the fastener head.

You can also use a small screwdriver or

similar tool to loosen the thumbwheel by

inserting the shaft between the two paddles

of the thumbwheel and rotating it loose.

Remove the crossbar by sliding the

ends off of the shoulder bolts in the

side rails.

Move the crossbar to the new side rail

position and slide the crossbar onto

the shoulder bolt at that position.

Replace and tighten the thumbwheels

at both sides of the crossbar by turning

them clockwise until tight. You can use

a small screwdriver or similar tool to

tighten if necessary.

169

Escape (TM2), enUSA, First Printing

Load Carrying