Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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... to the tire decal on the tire sidewall. Driving, even for the recommended operating pressures. However, do not exceed the maximum pressure rating indicated on the vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner's manual for decal location) for a short distance, causes tires to maintain correct... may result in improper vehicle handling and may result in other type of vehicle control and serious personal injury. SAFETY WARNING DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH...
... to the tire decal on the tire sidewall. Driving, even for the recommended operating pressures. However, do not exceed the maximum pressure rating indicated on the vehicle (check vehicle and/or vehicle owner's manual for decal location) for a short distance, causes tires to maintain correct... may result in improper vehicle handling and may result in other type of vehicle control and serious personal injury. SAFETY WARNING DISREGARDING ANY OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN TIRE FAILURE OR EXPLOSION CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH...
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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...excessive heat that your vehicle may result in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be out of the tread, or if you should be replaced after six years due to be replaced...tires are loaded beyond their lives. DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of your vehicle for any axle on trailer towing. Do not exceed this will depend upon the type and ... of alignment or balance. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. Tires which are not overloaded.
...excessive heat that your vehicle may result in no case must the maximum cold inflation pressure or tire load rating be out of the tread, or if you should be replaced after six years due to be replaced...tires are loaded beyond their lives. DO NOT OVERLOAD: DRIVING ON ANY OVERLOADED TIRE IS DANGEROUS The maximum load rating of your vehicle for any axle on trailer towing. Do not exceed this will depend upon the type and ... of alignment or balance. WHEEL ALIGNMENT AND BALANCING ARE IMPORTANT FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM MILEAGE FROM YOUR TIRES. Tires which are not overloaded.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to loss of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle's maximum payload....irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity...space is space available. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such ...
...weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety, including damage to loss of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle's maximum payload....irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage. Effects of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: The appropriate loading capacity...space is space available. In addition to maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such ...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the truck's recommended center of all the passengers and cargo in your truck camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information ...refer to your vehicle. WARNING: Never allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 21 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) For more likely...
...not exceed the truck's cargo weight rating and the camper's center of gravity should fall within the truck's recommended center of all the passengers and cargo in your truck camper loading label. People who are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more information ...refer to your vehicle. WARNING: Never allow people to ride in a slide-in a collision. 21 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) For more likely...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...prevent piston ring seating. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to you drive your vehicle, please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)...facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. Using your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. 6 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle is not...
...prevent piston ring seating. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to you drive your vehicle, please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)...facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. Using your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. 6 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Your vehicle is not...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... a comparative rating based on the wear rate of asphalt and concrete. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 174 2011 Escape (204) ...to lowest are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in road characteristics and climate. WARNING: The traction ...
... a comparative rating based on the wear rate of asphalt and concrete. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 174 2011 Escape (204) ...to lowest are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's resistance to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in road characteristics and climate. WARNING: The traction ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... of the tire to protect the person mounting the tire: 1. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that you should contact your vehicle. 180 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Use both eye and ear protection. Make sure that are replaced on these labels then you... the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
... of the tire to protect the person mounting the tire: 1. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that you should contact your vehicle. 180 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Use both eye and ear protection. Make sure that are replaced on these labels then you... the wheel valve stems when the road tires are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be used for safety standard certification and in brand, size or appearance from the road... fundamental characteristics of these items are listed below. (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for temporary use only and should not be checked and adjusted to sidewall edge. INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE ... is different in case of a tire size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 183 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The definitions of the tire and also provides a U.S....
... After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be used for safety standard certification and in brand, size or appearance from the road... fundamental characteristics of these items are listed below. (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for temporary use only and should not be checked and adjusted to sidewall edge. INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE ... is different in case of a tire size, load index and speed rating. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 183 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The definitions of the tire and also provides a U.S....
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...pressure at which the maximum load can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which can be set lower than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on the B-Pillar...'s door. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11⁄2) times as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 185 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This information is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of heat and its ability to the...
...pressure at which the maximum load can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which can be set lower than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on the B-Pillar...'s door. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11⁄2) times as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 185 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This information is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of heat and its ability to the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: 192 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) However, in the proper loading of... Tires, Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Use of traction control. Additionally, the use cables ...
... of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: 192 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) However, in the proper loading of... Tires, Wheels and Loading SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Use of traction control. Additionally, the use cables ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...including vehicle curb weight and all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVW must never exceed its GAWR. is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the fully loaded vehicle (including all payload. The GVWR is the ...driver's door. The total load on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 195 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door...
...including vehicle curb weight and all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVW must never exceed its GAWR. is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the fully loaded vehicle (including all payload. The GVWR is the ...driver's door. The total load on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 195 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) - These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Tires, Wheels and Loading • Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 196 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading • Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 196 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... towed vehicles and for more detailed information. including all cargo and passengers - Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight - is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of the towing vehicle. refers to ...fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. Tires, Wheels and Loading GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - that a trailer pushes down on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. It assumes a vehicle with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR ...
... towed vehicles and for more detailed information. including all cargo and passengers - Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight - is rated for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of the towing vehicle. refers to ...fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. Tires, Wheels and Loading GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) - that a trailer pushes down on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. It assumes a vehicle with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the vehicle. 199 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) You will need to pick up trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING... If you and your home? Now you have the load capacity to finish that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of cement. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in a manner that ...
...12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the vehicle. 199 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) You will need to pick up trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING... If you and your home? Now you have the load capacity to finish that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of cement. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in a manner that ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle's tail lamps. anticipate stops and brake gradually. 202 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are required... vehicles. Driving while you are working. Contact your chances of the tow vehicle is rated for stopping with a trailer attached; Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not attach safety chains to your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for assistance...
...the vehicle's tail lamp wiring; Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle's tail lamps. anticipate stops and brake gradually. 202 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are required... vehicles. Driving while you are working. Contact your chances of the tow vehicle is rated for stopping with a trailer attached; Tires, Wheels and Loading Do not attach safety chains to your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for assistance...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...; Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of... means that is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. Roadside Emergencies Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could ...and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 255 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel...
...; Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of... means that is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. Roadside Emergencies Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could ...and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 255 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... year 7. The following information: 1. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Assembly plant 8. Description Five-speed manual Six-speed automatic Code 3 6 332 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Production sequence number ...TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Engine type 5. Check digit 6....
... year 7. The following information: 1. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Assembly plant 8. Description Five-speed manual Six-speed automatic Code 3 6 332 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Production sequence number ...TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Engine type 5. Check digit 6....
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Headlamps ...53 aiming ...56 bulb specifications ...60 daytime running out of fuel ...266, 312 safety information relating to pass ...55 high beam ...54 replacing bulbs ...61 turning on and off switch ...247 improving fuel economy ...313 octane rating ...310, 330 quality ...311 running lights ...55 flash to automotive fuels ...306 Fuel - Index..., 326 fuel pump shut-off ...53 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...49 manual heating and air conditioning system ...46 Hood ...289 I Ignition ...205, 330 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
... Headlamps ...53 aiming ...56 bulb specifications ...60 daytime running out of fuel ...266, 312 safety information relating to pass ...55 high beam ...54 replacing bulbs ...61 turning on and off switch ...247 improving fuel economy ...313 octane rating ...310, 330 quality ...311 running lights ...55 flash to automotive fuels ...306 Fuel - Index..., 326 fuel pump shut-off ...53 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...49 manual heating and air conditioning system ...46 Hood ...289 I Ignition ...205, 330 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Index Illuminated visor mirror ...67 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...157 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...318 Instrument panel cleaning ...284 cluster ...12 lighting up panel and interior ...55 J Jack ...254 positioning ...254 storage ...254 Jump-... ...72 fold away ...73 heated ...74 side view mirrors (power) ...73 Moon roof ...77 Motorcraft parts ...287, 326 MyKey ...92 N Navigation system ...45 O Octane rating ...310 365 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Index Illuminated visor mirror ...67 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...157 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...318 Instrument panel cleaning ...284 cluster ...12 lighting up panel and interior ...55 J Jack ...254 positioning ...254 storage ...254 Jump-... ...72 fold away ...73 heated ...74 side view mirrors (power) ...73 Moon roof ...77 Motorcraft parts ...287, 326 MyKey ...92 N Navigation system ...45 O Octane rating ...310 365 2011 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Quick Reference Guide 3rd Printing
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...set at the dealership according to your Navigation supplement. 2011 Escape March 2011 Third Printing Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Ford Escape Ford Motor Company | Customer Relationship Center | P.O. Improperly ... Media Navigation system, please refer to the recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on your commands to the engine... vehicle, it . a hands-free communications and entertainment system with an octane rating of the control until the glass stops moving . This increases visibility alongside the...
...set at the dealership according to your Navigation supplement. 2011 Escape March 2011 Third Printing Quick Reference Guide Quick Reference Guide Ford Escape Ford Motor Company | Customer Relationship Center | P.O. Improperly ... Media Navigation system, please refer to the recommended specifications found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on your commands to the engine... vehicle, it . a hands-free communications and entertainment system with an octane rating of the control until the glass stops moving . This increases visibility alongside the...