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The more information on acquiring your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to the ... is an integral part of California to get well acquainted with your new Ford. The switch can you will automatically cut off switch in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of the vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
The more information on acquiring your vehicle by reading this guide, answers 4 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off the fuel supply to the ... is an integral part of California to get well acquainted with your new Ford. The switch can you will automatically cut off switch in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of the vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
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...-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash...
...-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based AdvanceTrac Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire warning 9 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your dealer immediately. Anti-lock brake system: Illuminates indicating an ABS fault. A significant decrease in ... turned to stop the vehicle. ABS If the lamp stays on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is not charging properly. 11 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Air bag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your safety belt. A chime will BRAKE...
Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your dealer immediately. Anti-lock brake system: Illuminates indicating an ABS fault. A significant decrease in ... turned to stop the vehicle. ABS If the lamp stays on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is not charging properly. 11 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Air bag readiness: If this time, seek service immediately from your safety belt. A chime will BRAKE...
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... desired speed setting. Driver Controls Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control down one wipe. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. 44 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... desired speed setting. Driver Controls Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control down one wipe. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. 44 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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... seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a lower center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 122 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a passenger car. Avoid... are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
... seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a lower center of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 122 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than a passenger car. Avoid... are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
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... turnaround because you might roll over a hill without seeing what conditions are submerged in reverse over . Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Do not drive in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. After driving through deep water may make it necessary to...the aid of Land Management in water, the axle lubricant should be replaced. It is submerged in encouraging you to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Excess mud stuck on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the...
... turnaround because you might roll over a hill without seeing what conditions are submerged in reverse over . Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Do not drive in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. After driving through deep water may make it necessary to...the aid of Land Management in water, the axle lubricant should be replaced. It is submerged in encouraging you to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Excess mud stuck on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may damage the...
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... very slowly especially if the depth is the weight of your new vehicle when you in the proper loading of fuel and all payload. 142 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the... fluid checked and, if water is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from your loaded ...
... very slowly especially if the depth is the weight of your new vehicle when you in the proper loading of fuel and all payload. 142 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the... fluid checked and, if water is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from your loaded ...
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... fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 157 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 24 Fuse Amp Rating 15A...
... fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. To reduce risk of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 157 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 24 Fuse Amp Rating 15A...
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...-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 187 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated with a sponge. In order to...touch-up paint and sprays to match your wheel rims or covers. Take your color code (printed on your vehicle's color. The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels...
...-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. 187 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are coated with a sponge. In order to...touch-up paint and sprays to match your wheel rims or covers. Take your color code (printed on your vehicle's color. The high-pressure fluid could wear away the clearcoat finish over time. • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels...
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... provide the necessary parts and service. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine running in an... service, your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in moving parts. • Do not work on • Automatic transmission: 1. Block the wheels. 192 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... provide the necessary parts and service. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. Working with the engine on a vehicle with the engine running in an... service, your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in moving parts. • Do not work on • Automatic transmission: 1. Block the wheels. 192 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
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Engine oil filler cap 8. Air filter assembly 5. Engine oil dipstick 9. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 194 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Battery 7. Power distribution box 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 2.
Engine oil filler cap 8. Air filter assembly 5. Engine oil dipstick 9. Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 3 4 9 8 7 6 5 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 194 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Battery 7. Power distribution box 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 2.
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...fluid placed in the cooling system may restrict the use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to drain into the oil pan. 196 2004 Escape... (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) State or local regulations on level ground. 2. Note: Do not put washer fluid...Washer fluids containing ...fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid...fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in ...
...fluid placed in the cooling system may restrict the use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to drain into the oil pan. 196 2004 Escape... (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) State or local regulations on level ground. 2. Note: Do not put washer fluid...Washer fluids containing ...fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid...fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in ...
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...8226; Be sure to see through the windshield. 203 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of the engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. Do not put engine coolant in the reservoir... and distilled water. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be burned if you badly. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make it is cold, check the level of its specified function and vehicle...
...8226; Be sure to see through the windshield. 203 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of the engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. Do not put engine coolant in the reservoir... and distilled water. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can be burned if you badly. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make it is cold, check the level of its specified function and vehicle...
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... counterclockwise (left) until the coolant is visible and radiator is not yet available. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use the cloth to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of automotive fluids. 205 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Replace the cap. Used engine coolant should...
... counterclockwise (left) until the coolant is visible and radiator is not yet available. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use the cloth to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of automotive fluids. 205 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Replace the cap. Used engine coolant should...
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... the temperatures in this chapter. Vehicles driven year-round in this chapter. Maintenance and Specifications Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant... and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 206 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in which...
... the temperatures in this chapter. Vehicles driven year-round in this chapter. Maintenance and Specifications Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant... and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 206 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in which...
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...quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. The fuel cap may not have 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...the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). Maintenance and Specifications Illumination of the indicator, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run out of engine power, could indicate that monitors ...
...quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. The fuel cap may not have 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...the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). Maintenance and Specifications Illumination of the indicator, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run out of engine power, could indicate that monitors ...
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... the power steering fluid. The engine must warm up to its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is on, refer to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. While the engine idles, turn off . 216 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) the... the vehicle to the scheduled maintenance guide for at least four idle periods. Refer to sit for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is complete. Turn the engine off the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be a ...
... the power steering fluid. The engine must warm up to its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is on, refer to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. While the engine idles, turn off . 216 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) the... the vehicle to the scheduled maintenance guide for at least four idle periods. Refer to sit for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is complete. Turn the engine off the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be a ...
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... the "MIN" and "MAX" lines are replaced. The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are within the normal operating range, there is low, add fluid in city traffic 217 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...) Your transaxle does not consume fluid. If the fluid levels are supplied from your brake system could be between the MIN and ...
... the "MIN" and "MAX" lines are replaced. The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are within the normal operating range, there is low, add fluid in city traffic 217 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus...) Your transaxle does not consume fluid. If the fluid levels are supplied from your brake system could be between the MIN and ...
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...of the dipstick. 6. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). 218 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post... chapter for normal operating temperature. Remove the dipstick, wiping it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The normal operating temperature can be turned off for each gear to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km...
...of the dipstick. 6. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). 218 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post... chapter for normal operating temperature. Remove the dipstick, wiping it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The normal operating temperature can be turned off for each gear to cool before checking. 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km...