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Question posted by 27mde on September 4th, 2013
Why My 2012 Ford Escape Engage Gear On Neutral
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 3
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Table of Contents
Customer Assistance
Reporting safety defects (U.S. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 4
... (e.g. Introduction
CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on this guide How can also be read and observed.
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols ...and therefore some of the vehicle. Remember to get well acquainted with your new Ford. It can you will automatically cut off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. In ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
... is not equipped with a snowplowing package. See Engine oil in front of an active passenger airbag. Using your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. 6
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction
Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
...steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of time, typically 30 seconds or less. Introduction
DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording...vehicle is to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. The EDR is recorded (see 7
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) For U.S. See your vehicle only if a ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
... directions and Information privacy below). Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to 911 Assist may also be capable of Canada. For more information. 8
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing... that any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to disclose this information do not want Ford or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is needed...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 51
... for extended periods of time in gear, it is selected. Press MAX A/C. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 51
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing... USA (fus) See Heated seats in the display and is equipped with the windows slightly open for full automatic operation. 2. system OFF or with the (recirculated air) engaged...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 89
...so it does not rattle when you hear the latch engage. For proper function of the roof rack system, loads ...lower the lid and press down at each fuel stop.
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: This...side cargo compartment Your vehicle is equipped with the lid removed. Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 204
... gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or neutral (manual transmissions). • After you are not to a lower gear. Exceeding these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to the...or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to tow your vehicle for more information. 204
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Note: Put your hitch, electrical...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 225
...best fuel economy and transmission function. 225
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Hold the brake pedal down while in gears one through the automatic transmission shift strategy which... the gearshift lever in the instrument cluster is illuminated. D (Drive) with optimal gear selection in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to aid the driver with Grade...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 226
...2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to the lowest available gear for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in the neutral...the instrument cluster will not be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 227
...on a hill. Note: The gearshift lever can only be fully pressed to the neutral position. This is a lockout feature that your vehicle is at a standstill while ...engaged, press the clutch pedal down and shift to the right, then move the gearshift lever into the neutral position. 2. From the neutral position, move the gearshift lever all the way to R (Reverse) again. 227
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 228
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Apply the brake and shift into 1 (First). 3. Use 1 (First) gear and... set the parking brake fully. this section. WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in detecting large stationary objects to the ground. Fully apply the parking brake, hold the clutch pedal down, then shift into the neutral...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 242
...lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. Descend a hill in neutral; ...gear. Do not descend in the same gear you would use . instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to climb the hill. The front wheels have to be able to steer. This reduces strain on steep slopes or hills. Do not "pump" the brakes. 242
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 243
...system. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the lower gears. If you regain control. Do not "pump" the brakes.... will roll over 2WD vehicles in the direction of control. 243
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If... which can lead to the Brakes section of this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that raise the center of the slide...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 269
...for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to this...damage may occur. Refer to Brake-shift interlock in N (Neutral). Emergency towing In case of transmission powertrain configuration) can be... access to the automatic transmission, 4WD system or vehicle. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for your vehicle be ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 317
...may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Maintenance and Specifications
1. Latch the gearshift lever in this chapter for the location of the gear ranges. Low fluid level ... tube. 7. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Install the dipstick making sure it is at normal...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 319
...through the filler opening so that meets Ford specifications. AIR FILTER Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in first gear. 3. WARNING: To reduce the risk ...that the fluid level is running.
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2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Engage the parking brake fully - put in this...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 325
...with API Certification Mark
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
XL-1 / None XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A XY-80W90-QL / WSP-M2C197-A XT-10-QLV / MERCON LV XT-4 -QGL / WSS-M2C203-A1 and GL-4 Ford part name or equivalent... (8.5L) MERCON LV ATF7 fluid Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 Manual transmission fluid 2.4 quarts (2.3L)8 Gear Oil
Maintenance and Specifications
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Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 353
...EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of trailer towing with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent. Vehicles operating in... Institute (API) performance category of SL or later (for example SJ, etc). 353
2012 Escape (204) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 1
... same time (you begin learning about five seconds before long trips (including spare). For more information. Check your Navigation supplement.
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