Owner's Manual
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...from driving it may not apply to get well acquainted with your new Ford. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in separate publications. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally...Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. In this handbook. The more information on acquiring your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to printing cycles ...
...from driving it may not apply to get well acquainted with your new Ford. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in separate publications. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally...Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. In this handbook. The more information on acquiring your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to printing cycles ...
Owner's Manual
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..., the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to come on after the engine is started indicates the On Board... Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. If any light remains on . Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may become serious enough to check the bulb...
..., the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Drive in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to come on after the engine is started indicates the On Board... Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. If any light remains on . Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle's functions. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may become serious enough to check the bulb...
Owner's Manual
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...be damaged against a low ceiling. • Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle. 55 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) LIFTGATE To open the rear window, pull the right side of your vehicle has a cargo ... liftgate or liftgate glass in the cargo area of the liftgate handle. Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. To open the liftgate, pull the left side of the liftgate handle. • Do not open so outside air comes...
...be damaged against a low ceiling. • Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle. 55 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) LIFTGATE To open the rear window, pull the right side of your vehicle has a cargo ... liftgate or liftgate glass in the cargo area of the liftgate handle. Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out. To open the liftgate, pull the left side of the liftgate handle. • Do not open so outside air comes...
Owner's Manual
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...locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. Exhaust fumes can produce very high temperatures in this chapter. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. START, cranks the engine. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) See Guarding against exhaust fumes in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of the ignition 1.
...locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. Exhaust fumes can produce very high temperatures in this chapter. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. START, cranks the engine. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) See Guarding against exhaust fumes in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of the ignition 1.
Owner's Manual
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...information on safety belts and their safety belts. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine.... Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. R D21 ODO 117 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before...
...information on safety belts and their safety belts. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have the vehicle checked. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine.... Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. R D21 ODO 117 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before...
Owner's Manual
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...; If the engine still fails to start within five seconds on the first try again. The heater can be plugged in exhaust fumes. If you smell exhaust fumes. 119 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Starting the engine 1. Excessive cranking could damage the starter...vehicle, have your dealer inspect your heater with fuel. Use of electrical shock, do not use your vehicle immediately. If there is against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. Note:...
...; If the engine still fails to start within five seconds on the first try again. The heater can be plugged in exhaust fumes. If you smell exhaust fumes. 119 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving Starting the engine 1. Excessive cranking could damage the starter...vehicle, have your dealer inspect your heater with fuel. Use of electrical shock, do not use your vehicle immediately. If there is against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is strongly recommended if you live in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. Note:...
Owner's Manual
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... up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in...
... up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in...
Owner's Manual
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... service technician in properly servicing your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on or near the engine. Exhaust leaks may misfire or run out of fuel. (The engine may result in...
... service technician in properly servicing your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on or near the engine. Exhaust leaks may misfire or run out of fuel. (The engine may result in...
Owner's Manual
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..., a road tire or the spare tire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to be corrected by rotating the tires. Visually check your tires periodically. Advanced and unusual tire wear can be replaced. 232 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Tire wear Measure and inspect...
..., a road tire or the spare tire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to be corrected by rotating the tires. Visually check your tires periodically. Advanced and unusual tire wear can be replaced. 232 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Tire wear Measure and inspect...
Owner's Manual
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...heater ...119 Engine oil ...196 checking and adding ...196 dipstick ...196 filter, specifications ...199, 234 recommendations ...199 refill capacities ...235 specifications ...238, 240 Exhaust fumes ...119 F Fluid capacities ...235 Foglamps ...34 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...132 indicator light ...131 preparing to drive your vehicle ...122 ... ...31 Hood ...193 I Ignition ...116, 240 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...108 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...216 Instrument panel cleaning ...189 cluster ...10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...heater ...119 Engine oil ...196 checking and adding ...196 dipstick ...196 filter, specifications ...199, 234 recommendations ...199 refill capacities ...235 specifications ...238, 240 Exhaust fumes ...119 F Fluid capacities ...235 Foglamps ...34 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...132 indicator light ...131 preparing to drive your vehicle ...122 ... ...31 Hood ...193 I Ignition ...116, 240 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...108 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...216 Instrument panel cleaning ...189 cluster ...10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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...to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ...automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer ❑ Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. ❑ Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. ❑ Check battery performance. ❑ Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, ...
...to ensure your vehicle checked regularly. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION - This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every visit ❑ Check and top up fluid levels: ...automatic transmission ❑ power steering ❑ window washer ❑ Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. ❑ Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material. ❑ Check battery performance. ❑ Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, ...
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.... ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with 4R100. Inspect engine cooling system...
.... ❑ Inspect tires for your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with 4R100. Inspect engine cooling system...
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...: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Consult your dealer for endplay and noise. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with 4R100. Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings...
...: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Consult your dealer for endplay and noise. Lubricate 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Lubricate 4X2 ball joints and steering linkage if equipped with 4R100. Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings...
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... page 46). Consult your dealer for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles...
... page 46). Consult your dealer for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Change automatic transmission fluid on all vehicles...
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...your dealer). Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with 4R100. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see your particular requirements. Change automatic transmission fluid...Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Replace PCV on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs...
...your dealer). Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with 4R100. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see your particular requirements. Change automatic transmission fluid...Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Replace PCV on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 26 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs...
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..., driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension page 45 and record page 47). Replace fuel filter (see pages 44 and 46...
..., driveshaft and u-joints. Inspect PCV for endplay and noise. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions ❑ Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension page 45 and record page 47). Replace fuel filter (see pages 44 and 46...
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.... Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ ❑ ❑ lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
.... Inspect wheel ends for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake ❑ ❑ ❑ lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 35,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter...
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... inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas only). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER...
... inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 60,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for wear. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas only). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER...
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... endplay and noise. Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Rotation recommended for ❑ Multi-point inspection (recommended) optimal tire life. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
... endplay and noise. Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Rotation recommended for ❑ Multi-point inspection (recommended) optimal tire life. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Scheduled...
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...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Replace PCV on all cars over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight. Change automatic...
...,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect tires for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect engine cooling system and hoses. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Replace PCV on all cars over 6,000 Gross Vehicle Weight. Change automatic...