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... more information. tires for wear and proper operation. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if...
... more information. tires for wear and proper operation. engine oil fluid level. Check Every Six Months for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and proper air pressure, including spare. washer spray, wiper operation, and clean all interior and exterior lights. and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if...
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... with a dipstick) Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Check windshield for leaks and damage. Inspect half shaft ... your vehicle keeps running great. Check battery performance. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - MULTI-POINT...
... with a dipstick) Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare. Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights. Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses. Check windshield for leaks and damage. Inspect half shaft ... your vehicle keeps running great. Check battery performance. Inspect steering and linkage. Inspect engine air filter. Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check exhaust system for oil and fluid leaks. MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Ford recommended scheduled maintenance - MULTI-POINT...
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...Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ...equivalent for quantity). EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant change - Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The axle and...
...Vehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add four ounces of additive friction modifier C8AZ...equivalent for quantity). EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to be checked or changed anytime the axle and PTO have been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant change - Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant ❑ 5 years or 100,000 miles - The axle and...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing (Spanish)
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... the bulb works. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. Solid illumination after...
... the bulb works. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to check the bulb. Solid illumination after...
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Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. A significant decrease in braking performance may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is illuminated. 11 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership. A significant decrease in braking performance may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is illuminated. 11 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
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..., contact your dealer as soon as possible. When oil life 75 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the warning stays on or continues to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON/ENGINE OIL CHANGE NOW. Driver Controls LIFTGATE AJAR. Refer to come on .... Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is on. Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate glass is temporarily locked. Check the lamps as soon as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. Refer to come on , contact your dealer as soon as ...
..., contact your dealer as soon as possible. When oil life 75 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) If the warning stays on or continues to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON/ENGINE OIL CHANGE NOW. Driver Controls LIFTGATE AJAR. Refer to come on .... Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is on. Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate glass is temporarily locked. Check the lamps as soon as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. Refer to come on , contact your dealer as soon as ...
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...is found, replace the fluid. 210 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle may stall. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the fluid checked and, if water is higher than... the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Traction or brake capability may be limited and your engine. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure ...
...is found, replace the fluid. 210 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle may stall. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Have the fluid checked and, if water is higher than... the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). Traction or brake capability may be limited and your engine. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure ...
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... the vehicle will be taken to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Maintenance and Specifications How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to maintain high-speed...engine and take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to a service facility as soon as possible. 259 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Pull off the engine. 2. However: • The engine power will be re-started. Take your vehicle to minimize engine damage. indicator light...
... the vehicle will be taken to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Maintenance and Specifications How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to maintain high-speed...engine and take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to a service facility as soon as possible. 259 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Pull off the engine. 2. However: • The engine power will be re-started. Take your vehicle to minimize engine damage. indicator light...
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...additives may be covered by law and could damage your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different...Studies indicate that are sold with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. 263 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It can cause your vehicle's emission control system ... fuel. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. check with your engine sometimes knocks lightly.
...additives may be covered by law and could damage your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage. 87 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems, try a different...Studies indicate that are sold with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. 263 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) It can cause your vehicle's emission control system ... fuel. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. check with your engine sometimes knocks lightly.
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... depending upon the method of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. These numbers represent...-16 km) of the window sticker. Contact your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel .... Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 267 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
... depending upon the method of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. The EPA window sticker should have the EPA window sticker. These numbers represent...-16 km) of the window sticker. Contact your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel .... Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in the top cruise gear and with the wheels out of operation and conditions. 267 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English...
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... on an expressway or highway. 269 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Temporary malfunctions may cause your vehicle serviced at least 10 minutes of fuel. (The engine may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light to pass an I/M test of the...in this chapter. This system is required. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check engine/Service engine soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of city and highway driving is reset to meet government emission standards. Examples ...
... on an expressway or highway. 269 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus) Temporary malfunctions may cause your vehicle serviced at least 10 minutes of fuel. (The engine may not have your Check engine/Service engine soon light to pass an I/M test of the...in this chapter. This system is required. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check engine/Service engine soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of city and highway driving is reset to meet government emission standards. Examples ...
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... cleaner filter ...274, 276 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...201 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...254 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...189 Anti-theft system ...97 arming the system ...97... ...276 servicing ...252 BeltMinder ...115 Brakes ...189 anti-lock ...189 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...190 fluid, checking and adding ...271 fluid, refill capacities ...277 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 lubricant specifications ..279, 281 parking... ...138 in rear seat ...138 289 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
... cleaner filter ...274, 276 All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road ...201 Ambulance packages ...7 Antifreeze (see Engine coolant) ...254 Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ...189 Anti-theft system ...97 arming the system ...97... ...276 servicing ...252 BeltMinder ...115 Brakes ...189 anti-lock ...189 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...190 fluid, checking and adding ...271 fluid, refill capacities ...277 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 lubricant specifications ..279, 281 parking... ...138 in rear seat ...138 289 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)
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... starting after a collision ...212 Engine block heater ...188 Engine oil ...247 checking and adding ...247 dipstick ...247... filter, specifications ...251, 276 recommendations ...251 refill capacities ...277 specifications ...279, 281 Exhaust fumes ...188 F Fail safe coolant ...258 Fluid capacities ...277 Foglamps ...48 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...202 indicator light... ...47 aiming ...50 autolamp system ...47 bulb specifications ...53 daytime running lights ...48 flash to pass ...49 high beam ...49 replacing bulbs ...54 ...
... starting after a collision ...212 Engine block heater ...188 Engine oil ...247 checking and adding ...247 dipstick ...247... filter, specifications ...251, 276 recommendations ...251 refill capacities ...277 specifications ...279, 281 Exhaust fumes ...188 F Fail safe coolant ...258 Fluid capacities ...277 Foglamps ...48 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...202 indicator light... ...47 aiming ...50 autolamp system ...47 bulb specifications ...53 daytime running lights ...48 flash to pass ...49 high beam ...49 replacing bulbs ...54 ...
Owner Guide 5th Printing
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...lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light... light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Escape ... after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle serviced immediately. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected...
...lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle's functions. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light... light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Escape ... after starting the vehicle, have your vehicle serviced immediately. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected...
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.... Anti-lock brake system: Illuminates indicating an ABS fault. Continued driving with the brake system warning light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to the ON position. Refer to stop the vehicle. A significant decrease in braking performance may not...position when the engine is indicated, have the system serviced immediately. Without message center With message center Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning ! Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. light is illuminated. 11 2005 Escape (204) ...
.... Anti-lock brake system: Illuminates indicating an ABS fault. Continued driving with the brake system warning light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to the ON position. Refer to stop the vehicle. A significant decrease in braking performance may not...position when the engine is indicated, have the system serviced immediately. Without message center With message center Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning ! Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may occur. light is illuminated. 11 2005 Escape (204) ...
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... when the 4X4 is 5% or less. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is not operating properly. Press SET to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned...ON. If the warning stays on or continues to come on or continues to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. Check the lamps as soon as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. Refer to come on , .... Displayed when the 4X4 is not completely closed. When oil life 75 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LOW FUEL.
... when the 4X4 is 5% or less. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is not operating properly. Press SET to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned...ON. If the warning stays on or continues to come on or continues to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. Check the lamps as soon as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. Refer to come on , .... Displayed when the 4X4 is not completely closed. When oil life 75 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LOW FUEL.
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... enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is found, replace the fluid. 211 2005 Escape (204) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Once through water that is submerged may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is not known. Wet brakes do...
... enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is found, replace the fluid. 211 2005 Escape (204) Owners... Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Once through water that is submerged may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water is not known. Wet brakes do...
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... caution. indicator light will still operate. Each disabled cylinder acts as possible to minimize engine damage. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be able...engine damage, therefore: 1. When fail-safe mode is running or hot. 5. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. The vehicle will move to the red (hot) area. If this occurs the vehicle will • The illuminate. Pull off the road as soon as possible. 258 2005 Escape...
... caution. indicator light will still operate. Each disabled cylinder acts as possible to minimize engine damage. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be able...engine damage, therefore: 1. When fail-safe mode is running or hot. 5. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. The vehicle will move to the red (hot) area. If this occurs the vehicle will • The illuminate. Pull off the road as soon as possible. 258 2005 Escape...
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... 86 or lower in your fuel may not be available; We do not recommend the use of using fuel with your warranty. 262 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Aftermarket products could damage your dealer or a qualified service technician to use...aftermarket products to your vehicle was not designed to use fuel containing methanol. It can cause your warranty. check with the recommended octane rating, see your engine sometimes knocks lightly. "Premium" unleaded gasoline is not recommended for which your fuel tank if you are experiencing starting, ...
... 86 or lower in your fuel may not be available; We do not recommend the use of using fuel with your warranty. 262 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Aftermarket products could damage your dealer or a qualified service technician to use...aftermarket products to your vehicle was not designed to use fuel containing methanol. It can cause your warranty. check with the recommended octane rating, see your engine sometimes knocks lightly. "Premium" unleaded gasoline is not recommended for which your fuel tank if you are experiencing starting, ...
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... No additional vehicle service is complete. 268 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If your the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of fuel. (The engine may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light to its battery has just been serviced, the... cycle is required. The vehicle has run out of the Instrument Cluster chapter. After three driving cycles without starting the engine. When the Check engine/Service engine soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Readiness for I /M test with indicator on , have been ...
... No additional vehicle service is complete. 268 2005 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If your the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of fuel. (The engine may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light to its battery has just been serviced, the... cycle is required. The vehicle has run out of the Instrument Cluster chapter. After three driving cycles without starting the engine. When the Check engine/Service engine soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. Readiness for I /M test with indicator on , have been ...