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...door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. windshield washer fluid level. battery connections and clean if necessary. clutch fluid level, if equipped. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that ...torque specification. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all interior and exterior lights. parking brake for operation. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. Retightening lug nuts:...
...door check straps (see "Owner's Guide"). and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. windshield washer fluid level. battery connections and clean if necessary. clutch fluid level, if equipped. OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES General Owner's Information It is recommended that ...torque specification. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 500 miles (800 km) of all interior and exterior lights. parking brake for operation. safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for proper operation. Retightening lug nuts:...
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... them at your vehicle is fixed right the first time, at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and Suspension Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake System When parts on your vehicle. Look for...
... them at your vehicle is fixed right the first time, at a participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers: Air Conditioning Check Engine Light All Wheel Drive and 4X4 Automatic Transmission Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating Steering and Suspension Charge/Start/Battery Wheel Alignment Anti-Lock Brake System When parts on your vehicle. Look for...
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... operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.... right, it is important that you have the systems on your vehicle keeps running great. Check battery performance. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting. ...Inspect steering and linkage. 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...
... operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Inspect for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.... right, it is important that you have the systems on your vehicle keeps running great. Check battery performance. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting. ...Inspect steering and linkage. 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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... oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission ...serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by your safety ...Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this chapter). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.
... oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission ...serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by your safety ...Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this chapter). Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.
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...to set the auto headlamp off if the headlamp control is in the position. Headlamp battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after the key is in position. Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the to turn on the position headlamps. Rotate ... OFF. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system sets the headlamps to three minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off delay time. 41 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will : • turn on the lamps automatically at night • turn ...
...to set the auto headlamp off if the headlamp control is in the position. Headlamp battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after the key is in position. Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the to turn on the position headlamps. Rotate ... OFF. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system sets the headlamps to three minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off delay time. 41 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The system will : • turn on the lamps automatically at night • turn ...
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...lamps will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Lights For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will automatically extinguish after 30 minutes when the ignition key is OFF. Push the ... moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is in the DOOR position. Interior lighting battery saver The dome and/or cargo lamps will light when: • the doors are located on either side of all the bulbs frequently. 47 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...lamps will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Lights For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will automatically extinguish after 30 minutes when the ignition key is OFF. Push the ... moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is in the DOOR position. Interior lighting battery saver The dome and/or cargo lamps will light when: • the doors are located on either side of all the bulbs frequently. 47 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... present, have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once every 6 hours. If you have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. If your tires are...section. Here are properly inflated and your spare tire is not in use and a flashing TPMS warning light is NOT a substitute for using an accurate tire gauge when checking and filling your tires. 160 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Low Tire ...
... present, have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once every 6 hours. If you have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. If your tires are...section. Here are properly inflated and your spare tire is not in use and a flashing TPMS warning light is NOT a substitute for using an accurate tire gauge when checking and filling your tires. 160 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading Low Tire ...
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... idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to idle for at least one minute. 6. Shield your eyes when working near the battery. Wash hands after handling. With the vehicle at least one minute. 5. When working near... need to be adversely affected until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid contact with your vehicle's engine is eventually relearned. 252 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If acid is installed...
... idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to idle for at least one minute. 6. Shield your eyes when working near the battery. Wash hands after handling. With the vehicle at least one minute. 5. When working near... need to be adversely affected until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid contact with your vehicle's engine is eventually relearned. 252 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If acid is installed...
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... test with at least eight hours without starting the engine. While the engine idles, turn off . 269 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the engine off the engine until it ...ATF. 1. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least four idle periods. Refer to its battery has just been serviced, the on . The engine must warm up to scheduled maintenance for... on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in the Warning lights and chimes section of the normal area between H and C). 2. Maintenance and Specifications Readiness for ...
... test with at least eight hours without starting the engine. While the engine idles, turn off . 269 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Turn the engine off the engine until it ...ATF. 1. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least four idle periods. Refer to its battery has just been serviced, the on . The engine must warm up to scheduled maintenance for... on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in the Warning lights and chimes section of the normal area between H and C). 2. Maintenance and Specifications Readiness for ...
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... acid, treating emergencies ...251 battery saver ...47 jumping a disabled battery ...220 maintenance-free ...251 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...251 BeltMinder ...107 Brakes ...178-179 anti-lock ...179 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...179 fluid, checking and adding ...270 fluid, refill capacities ...276 fluid, specifications ...278, 280 lubricant specifications ..... with tether straps ..135 in front seat ...132 in rear seat ...132 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...236 instrument panel ...238 287 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... acid, treating emergencies ...251 battery saver ...47 jumping a disabled battery ...220 maintenance-free ...251 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...251 BeltMinder ...107 Brakes ...178-179 anti-lock ...179 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...179 fluid, checking and adding ...270 fluid, refill capacities ...276 fluid, specifications ...278, 280 lubricant specifications ..... with tether straps ..135 in front seat ...132 in rear seat ...132 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...236 instrument panel ...238 287 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... entry system ...78 illuminated entry ...82-83 locking/unlocking doors ...79-80 panic alarm ...80 replacing the batteries ...80 Reverse sensing system ...190 Roadside assistance ...200 Roof rack ...72 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...106 Safety...106 for adults ...102-104 for children ...127 Occupant Classification Sensor ...99 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...107 Safety seats for children ...131 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...282 Seat belts (see ... Tires, Wheels and Loading ...156 Warning Displays ...15 291 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... entry system ...78 illuminated entry ...82-83 locking/unlocking doors ...79-80 panic alarm ...80 replacing the batteries ...80 Reverse sensing system ...190 Roadside assistance ...200 Roof rack ...72 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...106 Safety...106 for adults ...102-104 for children ...127 Occupant Classification Sensor ...99 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...107 Safety seats for children ...131 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...282 Seat belts (see ... Tires, Wheels and Loading ...156 Warning Displays ...15 291 2006 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...authorized dealer. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this light fails to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. A chime will also ...normal range, refer to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is turned to ON, continues to Engine oil in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this chapter)....
...authorized dealer. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this light fails to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. A chime will also ...normal range, refer to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 12 Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is turned to ON, continues to Engine oil in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness: If this chapter)....
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... lamps 10 minutes after the key is in the Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn off automatically. Headlamp battery saver The battery saver will not shut off delay time. 41 The autolamp control, located on the headlamp switch, will: • turn on the lamps automatically at... headlamp control is turned to OFF. See Autolamp delay system (if equipped) to set the auto headlamp off the parking lamps if the the position. Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the position headlamps.
... lamps 10 minutes after the key is in the Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn off automatically. Headlamp battery saver The battery saver will not shut off delay time. 41 The autolamp control, located on the headlamp switch, will: • turn on the lamps automatically at... headlamp control is turned to OFF. See Autolamp delay system (if equipped) to set the auto headlamp off the parking lamps if the the position. Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the position headlamps.
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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...that condensation can occur. After the door is shut, the lamps will automatically extinguish after 30 minutes when the ignition key is OFF. Interior lighting battery saver The dome and/or cargo lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds. Push the button again to equalize pressure. Press the button on ...the moon roof control panel. Lights For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is...
...that condensation can occur. After the door is shut, the lamps will automatically extinguish after 30 minutes when the ignition key is OFF. Interior lighting battery saver The dome and/or cargo lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds. Push the button again to equalize pressure. Press the button on ...the moon roof control panel. Lights For models equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is...
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... station or in your garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure. • If your vehicle has been parked for over 20 mph... not in use and a flashing TPMS warning light is still present, have filled your tires. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to your tires to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once every 6 hours. If you inflate your authorized dealer. For a description of driving...
... station or in your garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure. • If your vehicle has been parked for over 20 mph... not in use and a flashing TPMS warning light is still present, have filled your tires. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to your tires to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once every 6 hours. If you inflate your authorized dealer. For a description of driving...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to the vehicle or battery. To begin this process: 1. Turn the A/C on and allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn ...off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on opposite corners. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories ...
... it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to the vehicle or battery. To begin this process: 1. Turn the A/C on and allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park), turn ...off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on opposite corners. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories ...
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...periods. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Your vehicle may be near the center of indicator is complete. Allow the vehicle to its battery has just been serviced, the on -board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as..., start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is on, refer to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. If the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with...
...periods. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Your vehicle may be near the center of indicator is complete. Allow the vehicle to its battery has just been serviced, the on -board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as..., start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is on, refer to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. If the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with...
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...280 Auxiliary power point ...55 Axle lubricant specifications ..278, 280 refill capacities ...276 B Battery ...251 acid, treating emergencies ...251 battery saver ...47 jumping a disabled battery ...220 maintenance-free ...251 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...251 BeltMinder ...107 Brakes ...178...-179 anti-lock ...179 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...179 fluid, checking and ...
...280 Auxiliary power point ...55 Axle lubricant specifications ..278, 280 refill capacities ...276 B Battery ...251 acid, treating emergencies ...251 battery saver ...47 jumping a disabled battery ...220 maintenance-free ...251 replacement, specifications ...275 servicing ...251 BeltMinder ...107 Brakes ...178...-179 anti-lock ...179 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...179 fluid, checking and ...
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... ...40 Relays ...202 Remote entry system ...78 illuminated entry ...82-83 locking/unlocking doors ...79-80 panic alarm ...80 replacing the batteries ...80 Reverse sensing system ...190 Roadside assistance ...200 Roof rack ...72 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...106 Safety belts (see Safety restraints... ...107 extension assembly ...106 for adults ...102-104 for children ...127 Occupant Classification Sensor ...99 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...107 Safety seats for children ...131 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...282 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...97 Seats ...
... ...40 Relays ...202 Remote entry system ...78 illuminated entry ...82-83 locking/unlocking doors ...79-80 panic alarm ...80 replacing the batteries ...80 Reverse sensing system ...190 Roadside assistance ...200 Roof rack ...72 S Safety Belt Maintenance ...106 Safety belts (see Safety restraints... ...107 extension assembly ...106 for adults ...102-104 for children ...127 Occupant Classification Sensor ...99 safety belt maintenance ...106 warning light and chime ...107 Safety seats for children ...131 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...282 Seat belts (see Safety restraints) ...97 Seats ...
