Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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..., including damage to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. In ... Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door...
..., including damage to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. In ... Loading Your Vehicle LOADING YOUR VEHICLE Passenger and cargo load limits The combined weight of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the tire label on the driver's door or door...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing (Spanish)
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...weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to maximum payload,... additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER...
...weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of all occupants and all cargo (including added accessories) must not exceed the maximum payload for your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as a snowplow has been added to maximum payload,... additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for statement "THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 3rd Printing
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MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle checked regularly. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn ...-POINT INSPECTION - Check windshield for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up...
MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - Recommended at every scheduled maintenance interval as one way to keep your vehicle checked regularly. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn ...-POINT INSPECTION - Check windshield for oil and fluid leaks. Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). This can help identify any potential issue before there are any major problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up...
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... and hoses. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on...
... and hoses. NORMAL SCHEDULE TRUCKS, FULLSIZE VANS & SUVS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ❑ Replace spark plugs. ❑ Replace rear axle lubricant (Class A Motorhome, ❑ Change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ Replace PCV valve on...
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Replace engine air filter. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Change front ...
Replace engine air filter. Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Change transfer case fluid (4X4 only). if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and U-joints. Change front ...
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... CARS & MINIVANS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and...
... CARS & MINIVANS 100,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for optimal tire life. Rotation recommended for wear. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). Replace spark plugs. Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and...
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...). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see pages 42 and 46). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr). lines & hoses, and parking brake system...
...). Change rear axle lubricant on all rear wheel drive (RWD) vehicles (see below). Replace engine air filter (except Focus, see pages 42 and 46). Replace accessory drive belt(s) (if not replaced within last 100,000 miles). Replace climate-controlled seat cushion filter, if equipped (Zephyr). lines & hoses, and parking brake system...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 242 244 247 251 253 259 273 275 276 278 Accessories Index 285 287 All rights...
Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 242 244 247 251 253 259 273 275 276 278 Accessories Index 285 287 All rights...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn and not turned off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened..., check for a burned out bulb. Without message center With message center Displays which door, liftgate or liftgate glass is driven more than 2 miles (3.3 km). 14 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left or right turn and not turned off (the key is not in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened . Turn signal: Illuminates when the left in the ignition in the ignition) and the driver's door is opened..., check for a burned out bulb. Without message center With message center Displays which door, liftgate or liftgate glass is driven more than 2 miles (3.3 km). 14 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., 540-1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz 35 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) BAND: Press to the right. 23. CAT: CAT is available through AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 22. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may...
..., 540-1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz 35 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) BAND: Press to the right. 23. CAT: CAT is available through AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 22. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... (12VDC) Power outlets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 55 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the .... To prevent the battery from the plug. The lighter will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not insert any type of accessory or accessory bracket from being blown, do not let children play with your warranty. Cigarette lighter (if equipped) is heating, this will be used...
... (12VDC) Power outlets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 55 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the .... To prevent the battery from the plug. The lighter will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not insert any type of accessory or accessory bracket from being blown, do not let children play with your warranty. Cigarette lighter (if equipped) is heating, this will be used...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... controls except for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 56 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the left side to stop. Press the top part of the switch to restore the window... window switches will not illuminate when the window lock control is in the LOCKED position. One touch down Allows the driver's window to three inches. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise;
... controls except for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 56 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press the left side to stop. Press the top part of the switch to restore the window... window switches will not illuminate when the window lock control is in the LOCKED position. One touch down Allows the driver's window to three inches. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise;
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...lamps will illuminate if the control on the remote entry transmitter for approximately 4 seconds. and release again within three seconds to two step unlocking. 79 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Repeat the procedure to switch back to unlock the 2. however, the panic feature will...liftgate and liftgate glass. One step door unlocking and release If the one step door unlocking feature is in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to lock or unlock ...
...lamps will illuminate if the control on the remote entry transmitter for approximately 4 seconds. and release again within three seconds to two step unlocking. 79 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Repeat the procedure to switch back to unlock the 2. however, the panic feature will...liftgate and liftgate glass. One step door unlocking and release If the one step door unlocking feature is in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to lock or unlock ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position, or wait for the alarm to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the doors or the hood are closed , the horn will chirp once. For more information concerning... alarm to lock all the doors. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 80 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press doors and liftgate are not properly closed and locked. Replacing the battery The remote ...
...the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position, or wait for the alarm to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the doors or the hood are closed , the horn will chirp once. For more information concerning... alarm to lock all the doors. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 80 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Press doors and liftgate are not properly closed and locked. Replacing the battery The remote ...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... turn must end in the ignition. 3. Ensure the vehicle is used to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the doors are locked by key in the door cylinder, or 82 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cycle eight times rapidly (within...
... turn must end in the ignition. 3. Ensure the vehicle is used to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the doors are locked by key in the door cylinder, or 82 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Cycle eight times rapidly (within...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... a tone to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. A difficulty with a deploying airbag. The use accessory seat covers. Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped) Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side...a readiness light in the Instrument Cluster chapter. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 121 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Any alteration/modification to indicate the status of the system.
... a tone to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. A difficulty with a deploying airbag. The use accessory seat covers. Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped) Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover on the side...a readiness light in the Instrument Cluster chapter. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 121 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Any alteration/modification to indicate the status of the system.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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...as shown. Position the child safety seat on the headliner at the rear of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as an accessory for many older safety seats. There are in the following positions: Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring point. The tether strap anchors... work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the vehicle. 135 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tether straps are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats on the...
...as shown. Position the child safety seat on the headliner at the rear of the seat and hooks to the appropriate tether anchor as an accessory for many older safety seats. There are in the following positions: Attach the tether strap only to an anchoring point. The tether strap anchors... work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the vehicle. 135 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tether straps are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats on the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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..., such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be sure to the instructions included with your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 169 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle can haul more frequently if you tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not... vehicles may raise the center of gravity of your vehicle may require the use the proper equipment while towing. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications.
..., such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be sure to the instructions included with your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight. 169 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Your vehicle can haul more frequently if you tow in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not... vehicles may raise the center of gravity of your vehicle may require the use the proper equipment while towing. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... you have difficulty starting . This is the position the key is controlled by the powertrain control system. For more instructions. 175 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Extended idling at high engine speeds can start your vehicle Engine starting ... and steering column and allows key removal. 2. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Do not start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter. Exhaust fumes...
... you have difficulty starting . This is the position the key is controlled by the powertrain control system. For more instructions. 175 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Extended idling at high engine speeds can start your vehicle Engine starting ... and steering column and allows key removal. 2. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Do not start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter. Exhaust fumes...
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Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. If ... brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. P R N D 2 1 176 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. If starting...
Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. If ... brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. P R N D 2 1 176 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. If starting...