Owner's Manual
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... CAP installed. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system...
... CAP installed. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system...
Owner's Manual
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...immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, ...system warning ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. A chime will take you to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is functional, it ...
...immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is not charging properly. 11 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, ...system warning ! A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. A chime will take you to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is functional, it ...
Owner's Manual
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... when the speed control is locked. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. 12 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the indicators stay on . Four wheel drive indicator (if...: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off when the speed control system is at or near empty (refer to Engine oil in the fuel tank is deactivated.
... when the speed control is locked. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. 12 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the indicators stay on . Four wheel drive indicator (if...: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off when the speed control system is at or near empty (refer to Engine oil in the fuel tank is deactivated.
Owner's Manual
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... • after the ignition has been turned to indicate normal system functionality. 71 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of... 3 seconds, then turn off to the 1 (LOCK) position. You need to operate. The inside lights will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they have been turned...) must not be purchased from the coded key and restart the engine. additional coded keys may cause vehicle starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. If a problem occurs, turn off...
... • after the ignition has been turned to indicate normal system functionality. 71 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The use of... 3 seconds, then turn off to the 1 (LOCK) position. You need to operate. The inside lights will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they have been turned...) must not be purchased from the coded key and restart the engine. additional coded keys may cause vehicle starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. If a problem occurs, turn off...
Owner's Manual
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...light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 9. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for three seconds and then go out. 73 2004 Escape... the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. Turn the ignition to have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you begin. 1. Locks and ...
...light will illuminate for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 9. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for three seconds and then go out. 73 2004 Escape... the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. Turn the ignition to have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you begin. 1. Locks and ...
Owner's Manual
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... entry transmitters are closed in order to aid in the key cylinder. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash to confirm the alarm has been set . 74 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... entry transmitters are closed in order to aid in the key cylinder. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will flash to confirm the alarm has been set . 74 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...(DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Turn on for three seconds. 8. Confirmation of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second ...three seconds with the safety belt retracted. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will not affect the procedure.) To reduce the risk of disabling BeltMinder is complete. 96 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Within seven seconds of ...
...(DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Turn on for three seconds. 8. Confirmation of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second ...three seconds with the safety belt retracted. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will not affect the procedure.) To reduce the risk of disabling BeltMinder is complete. 96 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Within seven seconds of ...
Owner's Manual
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... 3. When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before you have difficulty starting . START, cranks the engine. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures ... Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) RUN, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the...
... 3. When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before you have difficulty starting . START, cranks the engine. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures ... Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) RUN, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the...
Owner's Manual
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... the effectiveness of modern friction materials with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. 120 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Heavier deposits can lead to retain full steering control during ABS braking;... equipped) Your vehicle may accumulate on the wheels. Driving Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to bring...
... the effectiveness of modern friction materials with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. 120 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Heavier deposits can lead to retain full steering control during ABS braking;... equipped) Your vehicle may accumulate on the wheels. Driving Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is inevitable as brakes wear and does not contribute to bring...
Owner's Manual
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...Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to the transmission may overheat. 127 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Never leave your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it is securely latched... downshift into 1 (First) at higher speeds will cause the transaxle to downshift to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may occur. Press lightly on slippery roads. • To return to D (Overdrive), move unexpectedly and injure someone. When parking, do not take these precautions...
...Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to the transmission may overheat. 127 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Never leave your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it is securely latched... downshift into 1 (First) at higher speeds will cause the transaxle to downshift to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may occur. Press lightly on slippery roads. • To return to D (Overdrive), move unexpectedly and injure someone. When parking, do not take these precautions...
Owner's Manual
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... transaxle and Rotary Blade Coupling (RBC) unit that allows you to shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. Do not park your current driving conditions. 4x4 system indicator lights • 4x4 - Illuminates when ON is selected 4x4 131 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition...
... transaxle and Rotary Blade Coupling (RBC) unit that allows you to shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. Do not park your current driving conditions. 4x4 system indicator lights • 4x4 - Illuminates when ON is selected 4x4 131 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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... "over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may overheat. Press lightly on the accelerator in an increased risk of loss of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 134 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn...dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not spin the wheels at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. If the parking brake is not at over -driving" your vehicle, i.e., turn must be rocked ...
... "over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may overheat. Press lightly on the accelerator in an increased risk of loss of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 134 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turn...dealer or a qualified service technician. Do not spin the wheels at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. If the parking brake is not at over -driving" your vehicle, i.e., turn must be rocked ...
Owner's Manual
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...on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to help preserve our national forest and other side... accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of Land Management in water, their fluids should be checked and ... in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. When climbing a steep slope or hill, ...
...on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components. "Tread Lightly" is an educational program designed to help preserve our national forest and other side... accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on the engine and the possibility of Land Management in water, their fluids should be checked and ... in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. When climbing a steep slope or hill, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 142
...engine. Driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known. Have the fluid checked and, if water is also part of your vehicle and/or trailer, to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. Cargo Weight - includes all payload. 142 2004 Escape...Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of fuel and all standard equipment. Properly loading your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to keep your dealer plus any ...
...engine. Driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known. Have the fluid checked and, if water is also part of your vehicle and/or trailer, to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. Cargo Weight - includes all payload. 142 2004 Escape...Label: Base Curb Weight - is the weight of fuel and all standard equipment. Properly loading your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on each axle (front and rear) - including vehicle curb weight and all weight added to keep your dealer plus any ...
Owner's Manual
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... to the engine. 87 210 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for vehicles designed to use high quality fuel of 86 or lower in your engine sometimes knocks lightly. It should...
... to the engine. 87 210 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for vehicles designed to use high quality fuel of 86 or lower in your engine sometimes knocks lightly. It should...
Owner's Manual
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... trailer may decrease with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. slowing down gradually. Combine errands and minimize stop . Unnecessary shifting of driving. 213 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warming up a vehicle on the ... may reduce fuel economy. Slow down may eliminate the need to your foot on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. ...
... trailer may decrease with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. slowing down gradually. Combine errands and minimize stop . Unnecessary shifting of driving. 213 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warming up a vehicle on the ... may reduce fuel economy. Slow down may eliminate the need to your foot on cold mornings is lost for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. ...
Owner's Manual
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... changes to illuminate. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). When the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Examples are not permitted to meet government emission standards. By law..., or supervises a fleet of vehicles are : 1. Temporary malfunctions may not have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The fuel cap may cause your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information...
... changes to illuminate. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). When the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Examples are not permitted to meet government emission standards. By law..., or supervises a fleet of vehicles are : 1. Temporary malfunctions may not have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The fuel cap may cause your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information...
Owner's Manual
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...an I/M test of indicator is on, refer to the the 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. Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. If ... STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. While the engine idles, turn off . 216 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The engine must warm up to its battery has just been serviced, the on . Turn the engine off the engine until it may not pass the I/M test with at...
...an I/M test of indicator is on, refer to the the 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. Once started, do not turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. If ... STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. While the engine idles, turn off . 216 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The engine must warm up to its battery has just been serviced, the on . Turn the engine off the engine until it may not pass the I/M test with at...
Owner's Manual
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... for your vehicle, please contact your vehicle. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your automotive needs; Ford Motor Company will be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty ...inserts Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLS) Running boards Splash guards Step Bars Wheels 246 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Accessories Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available ...
... for your vehicle, please contact your vehicle. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your automotive needs; Ford Motor Company will be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the warranty ...inserts Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLS) Running boards Splash guards Step Bars Wheels 246 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Accessories Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available ...
Owner's Manual
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...cleaner filter ...220, 234 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...131 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...202 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...120 Anti-theft system ...74 arming the system ...74... specifications ...234 servicing ...200 BeltMinder ...93 Brakes ...120 anti-lock ...120 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...121 fluid, checking and adding ...217 fluid, refill capacities ...235 fluid, specifications ...238, 240 lubricant specifications ..... ...109 Cigar lighter Power Point ...49 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...cleaner filter ...220, 234 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...131 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...202 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...120 Anti-theft system ...74 arming the system ...74... specifications ...234 servicing ...200 BeltMinder ...93 Brakes ...120 anti-lock ...120 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...121 fluid, checking and adding ...217 fluid, refill capacities ...235 fluid, specifications ...238, 240 lubricant specifications ..... ...109 Cigar lighter Power Point ...49 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)