Owner's Manual
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...products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted with your new Ford. It is given in this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Please take the time to cause cancer and .... The switch can you will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally available. To reset the switch, refer to cause cancer and birth...
...products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted with your new Ford. It is given in this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Please take the time to cause cancer and .... The switch can you will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe options before they are generally available. To reset the switch, refer to cause cancer and birth...
Owner's Manual
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... floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to ...in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the respective system inspected immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning...
... floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 10 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) If the light is blinking, engine misfire is first turned to ...in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have the respective system inspected immediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may cause the Service engine soon warning...
Owner's Manual
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..., pull the right side of your vehicle has a cargo shade, you must drive with the moon roof. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle. 55 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This will also prevent passengers and cargo from being drawn into the vehicle. If the liftgate... is also opened, both liftgate and glass could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out.
..., pull the right side of your vehicle has a cargo shade, you must drive with the moon roof. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle. 55 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) This will also prevent passengers and cargo from being drawn into the vehicle. If the liftgate... is also opened, both liftgate and glass could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to prevent exhaust fumes from falling out.
Owner's Manual
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START, cranks the engine. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Exhaust fumes can start the engine. When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before you start a fire. Extended idling at high ...dry ground cover. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic. Do not start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter for ...
START, cranks the engine. For more instructions. 116 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Exhaust fumes can start the engine. When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before you start a fire. Extended idling at high ...dry ground cover. This system meets all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic. Do not start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter for ...
Owner's Manual
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... faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. R D21 ODO 117 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. ... sure the gearshift is in P (Park). For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If starting the vehicle: 1. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Do not drive if you smell...
... faster to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure all vehicle occupants buckle their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. R D21 ODO 117 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. ... sure the gearshift is in P (Park). For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If starting the vehicle: 1. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. Do not drive if you smell...
Owner's Manual
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... key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. Use of electrical shock, do not use your vehicle immediately. If you smell exhaust fumes. 119 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reduce the risk of an engine block heater is present in at ...least three hours before starting and heater/defroster performance. For best results, plug the heater in exhaust fumes. this will allow the engine to 4 (START), ...
... key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. Use of electrical shock, do not use your vehicle immediately. If you smell exhaust fumes. 119 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reduce the risk of an engine block heater is present in at ...least three hours before starting and heater/defroster performance. For best results, plug the heater in exhaust fumes. this will allow the engine to 4 (START), ...
Owner's Manual
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...when operated in dry grass or other dry ground cover. EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to its emissions system. Contact your dealer if the window ...catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle is equipped with applicable exhaust emission standards. The EPA window sticker should have...
...when operated in dry grass or other dry ground cover. EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to its emissions system. Contact your dealer if the window ...catalytic converter which can start a fire. 214 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which will enable your vehicle is equipped with applicable exhaust emission standards. The EPA window sticker should have...
Owner's Manual
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... on , have been securely tightened. Examples are not permitted to illuminate. If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on or near the engine. Exhaust leaks may not have your Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working properly. On... control system is not working . The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may cause your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... on , have been securely tightened. Examples are not permitted to illuminate. If the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light remains on or near the engine. Exhaust leaks may not have your Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working properly. On... control system is not working . The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may cause your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. 215 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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 4mm (1/16th of tire damage. When you see these "wear bars", the tire is worn down to be replaced. 232 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Visually check your tires frequently...
..., a road tire or the spare tire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to 4mm (1/16th of tire damage. When you see these "wear bars", the tire is worn down to be replaced. 232 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Visually check your tires frequently...
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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...INSPECTION In order to keep your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have ...and 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, turn ...
...INSPECTION In order to keep your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company suggests the following multi-point inspection to ensure your vehicle keeps running right, it is important that you have ...and 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, turn ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4R100. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads...
... automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all other vehicles, if equipped with 4R100. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition, and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Consult your dealer for wear and rotate. ❑ Inspect brake pads...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect Fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace engine...
... hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 20 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Trucks, Fullsize Vans & SUVs Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect Fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Replace engine...
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... vehicles, if equipped with dipstick. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550...
... vehicles, if equipped with dipstick. Replace climate-controlled seat filters (Navigator, Expedition and Aviator) if equipped. Inspect fuel tanks (natural gas and propane only). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550...
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... 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with sealed bearings). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect.... Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see your dealer for endplay and noise. Change automatic transmission fluid on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with 4R100.
... 4X4 front hub needle bearings (F Super Duty). Inspect and lubricate 4X4 front axle shaft u-joints (F250/350/450/550 and Excursion). Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level on all vehicles equipped with sealed bearings). Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect.... Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see your dealer for endplay and noise. Change automatic transmission fluid on 4 cylinder engine (2.0L Escape). Lubricate 4X2 wheel bearings, replace grease seals, and adjust bearings (if not equipped with 4R100.
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..., Fullsize Vans & SUVs 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 engine air filter. Change transfer case fluid...
..., Fullsize Vans & SUVs 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 engine air filter. Change transfer case fluid...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... engine cooling system and hoses. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters (LS, Freestar, and Monterey) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your dealer for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Replace fuel...
... engine cooling system and hoses. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters (LS, Freestar, and Monterey) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your dealer for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, if equipped, half shafts, driveshaft and u-joints. Replace fuel...
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... (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Rotation recommended for your dealer for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension...
... (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 34 Scheduled Maintenance Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Rotation recommended for your dealer for ❑ optimal tire life. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Consult your particular requirements. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension...
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Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (...
Inspect wheel ends for wear. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Change automatic transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with dipstick. Multi-point inspection (...
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... vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace camshaft belt on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters (LS, Freestar, and Monterey) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Consult your particular requirements...
... vehicles equipped with dipstick. Replace camshaft belt on all 2.0L, 4 cylinder engines (Focus). Replace climate-controlled seat filters (LS, Freestar, and Monterey) if equipped. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Replace engine air filter (not required PZEV Focus). Replace fuel filter (except natural gas) (see page 46). Consult your particular requirements...