Owner's Manual
Page 95
...vehicle doors are 40 times more often in an accident. Air bags offer greater protection when used with TWO or MORE people. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T PICK OUR CRASH...: Before following the procedure, make sure that ignition cycle only. People who are ejected are closed 95 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) I have an air bag I 'm...One time disable Any time the safety belt is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ...
...vehicle doors are 40 times more often in an accident. Air bags offer greater protection when used with TWO or MORE people. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T PICK OUR CRASH...: Before following the procedure, make sure that ignition cycle only. People who are ejected are closed 95 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) I have an air bag I 'm...One time disable Any time the safety belt is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission). • the ignition switch is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ...
Owner's Manual
Page 127
Driving 2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on the accelerator in mud or snow, it is securely latched in Park (P). Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is ... take these precautions, your vehicle unattended while it may overheat. 127 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may be rocked out...
Driving 2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on the accelerator in mud or snow, it is securely latched in Park (P). Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is ... take these precautions, your vehicle unattended while it may overheat. 127 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may be rocked out...
Owner's Manual
Page 134
...8226; In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may not be utilized if changes in each gear. Always set the parking brake fully and ...Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to avoid "over 56 km/h (35 mph). Turn the ignition to the transmission may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Additionally, smooth variations of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 134 2004 Escape...
...8226; In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may not be utilized if changes in each gear. Always set the parking brake fully and ...Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to avoid "over 56 km/h (35 mph). Turn the ignition to the transmission may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Additionally, smooth variations of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 134 2004 Escape...
Owner's Manual
Page 136
... checked and changed, if necessary. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of a hill without the aid of stalling. Do not drive over the crest of Land Management in reverse over . If you to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002... by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. This reduces strain on a hill, determine beforehand the route you regain control of land-use . Whenever driving on the engine and the possibility of an observer. It is submerged in...
... checked and changed, if necessary. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of a hill without the aid of stalling. Do not drive over the crest of Land Management in reverse over . If you to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002... by "treading lightly." Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the transmission. This reduces strain on a hill, determine beforehand the route you regain control of land-use . Whenever driving on the engine and the possibility of an observer. It is submerged in...
Owner's Manual
Page 144
...including all cargo and passengers - that a trailer pushes down on the certification label. 144 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Consult your dealership (or...of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more detailed information. Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of the weight that the vehicle can tow. Examples: For a... Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to 2,875 lbs.) Do not exceed the GVWR or...
...including all cargo and passengers - that a trailer pushes down on the certification label. 144 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Consult your dealership (or...of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more detailed information. Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of the weight that the vehicle can tow. Examples: For a... Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to 2,875 lbs.) Do not exceed the GVWR or...
Owner's Manual
Page 146
...w/manual 1896 (4180) 453 (1000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L w/automatic 2422 (5340) 907 (2000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L w/automatic 3121 (6880) 1587 (3500) 2.8 (30) transmission and towing package Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW...the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR. 146 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The combined weight of ...(lbs.) (lbs.) trailer - Remember to figure in this chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. For load specification terms found on the Certification...
...w/manual 1896 (4180) 453 (1000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L w/automatic 2422 (5340) 907 (2000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L w/automatic 3121 (6880) 1587 (3500) 2.8 (30) transmission and towing package Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW...the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR. 146 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The combined weight of ...(lbs.) (lbs.) trailer - Remember to figure in this chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. For load specification terms found on the Certification...
Owner's Manual
Page 147
...refer to your vehicle. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the tongue. 147 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must... vehicle and could result in this chapter. kg Range - The combined weight of the trailer is properly attached to Vehicle Loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of (lbs.) (lbs.) trailer - Maximum trailer weights shown. Driving 4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights ...
...refer to your vehicle. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the tongue. 147 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Hitches Do not use hitches that 10-15% of the total weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must... vehicle and could result in this chapter. kg Range - The combined weight of the trailer is properly attached to Vehicle Loading in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of (lbs.) (lbs.) trailer - Maximum trailer weights shown. Driving 4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights ...
Owner's Manual
Page 148
...motor vehicle speed regulations for hooking up trailer lamps. See your chances of having a collision greatly increase. This will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the manufacturer's specifications. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the ...chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the bumper. If you use a lower gear. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you . The speed control may occur. 148 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The ...
...motor vehicle speed regulations for hooking up trailer lamps. See your chances of having a collision greatly increase. This will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the manufacturer's specifications. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the ...chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the bumper. If you use a lower gear. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you . The speed control may occur. 148 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The ...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
...the vehicle slips off the jack, even if the vehicle is in both directions) the wheel that is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving when you change procedure When one of the front wheels is diagonally opposite (other side...of vehicle Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • handling, stability and braking performance • comfort and noise • ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter driving capability Tire change a tire, be seriously injured. 161 2004 Escape (204)...
...the vehicle slips off the jack, even if the vehicle is in both directions) the wheel that is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving when you change procedure When one of the front wheels is diagonally opposite (other side...of vehicle Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • handling, stability and braking performance • comfort and noise • ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter driving capability Tire change a tire, be seriously injured. 161 2004 Escape (204)...
Owner's Manual
Page 169
... around the battery can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. An explosion could result in loss of control. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start your vehicle. Bolt size 169 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to flames...
... around the battery can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. An explosion could result in loss of control. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start your vehicle. Bolt size 169 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to flames...
Owner's Manual
Page 170
... transmission. Do not disconnect the battery of the discharged battery. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Use only a 12-volt supply to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 170 2004 Escape ...surges. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are tight and level. 5. Connecting the jumper cables 1. This operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. ...
... transmission. Do not disconnect the battery of the discharged battery. Set the parking brake on in both vehicles and stay clear of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Use only a 12-volt supply to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 170 2004 Escape ...surges. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are tight and level. 5. Connecting the jumper cables 1. This operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the hood of the engine cooling fan and other accessories off. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 192
Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Block the wheels. 192 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy ... RECOMMENDATIONS To help you have enough ventilation. • Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do...
Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Block the wheels. 192 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy ... RECOMMENDATIONS To help you have enough ventilation. • Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do...
Owner's Manual
Page 214
... to driving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the vehicle under optimum conditions. It is important to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • ...Avoid running out of the window sticker. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to comply with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape ...
... to driving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the vehicle under optimum conditions. It is important to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • ...Avoid running out of the window sticker. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are essential to comply with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape ...
Owner's Manual
Page 219
.... An overfill condition of the opening. 219 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) High fluid levels can be caused by a qualified technician. Use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in this chapter. Do not use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns...
.... An overfill condition of the opening. 219 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) High fluid levels can be caused by a qualified technician. Use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in this chapter. Do not use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
...mix MERCON and MERCON V. Use of the filler hole with the vehicle on cooler size and if equipped with an in your scheduled maintenance guide to 9/16 inch) below bottom of Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. 237 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (...post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to your vehicle. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by filling the transmission to the bottom of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is used...
...mix MERCON and MERCON V. Use of the filler hole with the vehicle on cooler size and if equipped with an in your scheduled maintenance guide to 9/16 inch) below bottom of Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H and the API Certification mark. 237 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (...post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to your vehicle. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by filling the transmission to the bottom of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is used...
Owner's Manual
Page 239
...guide to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft SAE 2 75W-90 Gear Oil Motorcraft Automatic MERCON ATF transaxle2 Power steering Motorcraft fluid MERCON...off (PTO) lubricant 239 2 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to determine the correct service interval. 3 The Power Take-off(PTO) is used. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is lubricated for life with...
...guide to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft SAE 2 75W-90 Gear Oil Motorcraft Automatic MERCON ATF transaxle2 Power steering Motorcraft fluid MERCON...off (PTO) lubricant 239 2 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to determine the correct service interval. 3 The Power Take-off(PTO) is used. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is lubricated for life with...
Owner's Manual
Page 248
...triggered system ..75 Audio system (see Radio) ...15, 18, 22, 26 Automatic transaxle fluid, adding ...217 fluid, checking ...217 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...125 fluid, refill capacities ...235 fluid, specification ...240 Auxiliary power point ...49 Axle lubricant specifications ..238, 240 ...load ...145 Capacities for refilling fluids ...235 Cargo area shade ...55 Cassette tape player ...22 CD-single premium ...26 Cell phone use ...54 Certification Label ...242 Changing a tire ...160 Child safety restraints ...105 child safety belts ...105 Child safety seats ...108 ...
...triggered system ..75 Audio system (see Radio) ...15, 18, 22, 26 Automatic transaxle fluid, adding ...217 fluid, checking ...217 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...125 fluid, refill capacities ...235 fluid, specification ...240 Auxiliary power point ...49 Axle lubricant specifications ..238, 240 ...load ...145 Capacities for refilling fluids ...235 Cargo area shade ...55 Cassette tape player ...22 CD-single premium ...26 Cell phone use ...54 Certification Label ...242 Changing a tire ...160 Child safety restraints ...105 child safety belts ...105 Child safety seats ...108 ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
Page 6
... ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is right for you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealership, or visit our website at low-speeds for specific vehicles and special...Last of all schedules for long distances Driving in dusty conditions Off-road operation Use of E85 fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow the maintenance schedule that most... information regarding these special operating conditions see page 43. change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - If so, follow , ask your vehicle under normal / ...
... ''Special Operating Conditions.'' Determining which maintenance schedule is right for you may not operate your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury Dealership, or visit our website at low-speeds for specific vehicles and special...Last of all schedules for long distances Driving in dusty conditions Off-road operation Use of E85 fuel 50% of some exceptions to follow the maintenance schedule that most... information regarding these special operating conditions see page 43. change the brake fluid and automatic transmission fluid Normal vehicle axle - If so, follow , ask your vehicle under normal / ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 513
...Add the coolant type originally equipped in -tank cooler. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of fill hole. Transmission fluid requirements are not interchangeable. Use of the filler hole with an in your scheduled maintenance guide to the bottom of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil... is used. Refer to your vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by filling the transmission to determine the correct service interval. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Rear axle lubricant Ford Part ...
...Add the coolant type originally equipped in -tank cooler. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of fill hole. Transmission fluid requirements are not interchangeable. Use of the filler hole with an in your scheduled maintenance guide to the bottom of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil... is used. Refer to your vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by filling the transmission to determine the correct service interval. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Rear axle lubricant Ford Part ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish)
Page 515
...-QL WSL-M2C192-A ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 DO NOT USE Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-2. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft SAE 2 75W-90...
...-QL WSL-M2C192-A ZC-32-A WSB-M8B16-A2 DO NOT USE Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-2. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Manual transaxle Motorcraft SAE 2 75W-90...