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How To Change Battery Cable For 2004 Ford Escape

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company 3 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications ...

Owner's Manual - Page 71

... prevent these systems may cause vehicle starting the engine. The battery saver will glow for instructions on the same key chain may... to the 1 (LOCK) position. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. If a problem occurs, turn the... program your spare keys to indicate normal system functionality. 71 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (...

Owner's Manual - Page 136

...or steep incline, you should always try to a safe location. 136 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do... slide, steer in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. If the front or rear axle is submerged ... lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Driving through mud, clean off residue stuck...

Owner's Manual - Page 151

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Owner's Manual - Page 152

... have been activated. 152 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-665-2006. Roadside coverage beyond this switch may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States, you need to the engine when your battery. HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The...

Owner's Manual - Page 166

Changing the flat tire 4. Insert the lug wrench through the center of the wheel. Slide the retainer through the ... each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until it can be slid rearward and the cable is raised off the ground. 166 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Removing the spare tire 1. Roadside Emergencies Remove the lug...

Owner's Manual - Page 169

... skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Bolt size 169 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to come off while the vehicle is installed, always remove any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). Roadside Emergencies Wheel lug...

Owner's Manual - Page 170

... fan on both vehicles to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 170 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - + + Ensure that vent caps are used to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the hood of the engine cooling fan and...

Owner's Manual - Page 171

Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the negative (-) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - + + - + + 171

Owner's Manual - Page 172

... an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Start the engine of both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 172 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - + + Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker...

Owner's Manual - Page 173

... connection of the booster vehicle's battery. 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) - - - - + + + + 173 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that...

Owner's Manual - Page 174

... positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle's battery. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 174 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002...

Owner's Manual - Page 179

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Owner's Manual - Page 180

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Owner's Manual - Page 199

...Change your engine application. 199 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) It is recommended you use oils "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it is not covered by Ford...5W-20 oil meeting all requirements for this certification trademark. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are unnecessary and...

Owner's Manual - Page 200

... a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the scheduled maintenance guide for severe usage or in each cell up to only fill the battery cells with a solution of service. Do not overfill the battery cells. If your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 200 2004 Escape (204) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...

Owner's Manual - Page 234

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Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish) - Page 446

.... 3. Use only a 12-volt supply to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Check all other moving parts. 4. Turn the heater fan on both vehicles to start your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation. 1. Roadside Emergencies Preparing your vehicle...

Owner Guide 2nd Printing (Spanish) - Page 476

... replaced. If you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery, always shield your face and protect your battery has a cover/shield, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which normally does not require additional water during its life of...

Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 2

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