2003 FORD ESCAPE steering

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned
regularly. If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on the
windshield, rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause. These
may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree
sap, or other organic contamination. To clean these items, please follow
these tips:
•The windshield or rear window may be cleaned with a non-abrasive
cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23),
available from your dealer.
•Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
•Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
•Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they
appear worn or do not function properly.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
•Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the air bag system.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
•Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wiping
with a dry, soft, clean cloth.
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air filter assembly
5. Power distribution box
6. Battery
7. Engine oil filler cap
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power distribution box
7. Battery
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a“not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules. If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCONAT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Transmission
fluid
1Motorcraft SAE
75W-90
API GL-4 Gear
OilManual transaxle
(2WD)2.7L
(2.85 quarts)2
Manual transaxle
(4X4)2.2L
(2.32 quarts)2
Motorcraft
MERCONAT F2.0L engine with
Automatic
transaxle and oil
cooler8.5L
(9.0 quarts)
3.0L engine with
Automatic
transaxle and oil
cooler9.6L
(10.2 quarts)
3
Power Take-off
UnitMotorcraft SAE
75W-140 High
Performance
Synthetic Rear
Axle Lubricant4X4 (Automatic) 0.35L
(12 ounces)
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant4X4 (Manual) 0.35L
(12 ounces)
Engine coolant
4Motorcraft
Premium Engine
Coolant (green
colored)or
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)2.0L I4 Zetec
engine with
manual
transaxle5.0L
(5.3 quarts)
2.0L I4 Zetec
engine with
automatic
transaxle6.0L
(6.3 quarts)
3.0L V6 Duratec
engine with
automatic
transaxle10.0L
(10.6 quarts)
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Item Ford Part
Name or
equivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Automatic
transaxle
2Motorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FXT-2-QDX MERCON
Rear axle (4X4)
4Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
Power
Take-off(PTO)
(4X4-Manual
Transaxle)Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A
Power
Take-off(PTO)
3
(4X4-Automatic
Transaxle)Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantXY-75W140–QL WSL-M2C192-A
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2
1DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ-19544-AA,
meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D (orange in color) Refer to
Adding engine coolant,in theMaintenance and Carechapter.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONand MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer to your scheduled maintenance
guide to determine the correct service interval.
3The Power Take-off(PTO) is lubricated for life with synthetic lube.
Lubricant levels are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is
suspected or repair required. Replace Power Take-off(PTO) lubricant
with specified synthetic lubricant anytime the unit is submerged in
water. Never engage the 4X4 feature while on dry pavement.
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J
Jack ............................................154
positioning ...............................154
storage .....................................154
Jump-starting your vehicle ......159
K
Keys
positions of the ignition .........114
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................33
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
cargo lamps ...............................34
daytime running light ...............33
fog lamps ...................................33
headlamps .................................33
headlamps, flash to pass ..........34
instrument panel, dimming .....34
interior lamps .....................36–38
replacing bulbs ....... 38–39, 41–42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................36
Liftgate ........................................53
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........118
Load limits .................................139
GAWR ......................................139
GVWR ......................................139
trailer towing ..........................139
Loading instructions .................140
Locks
childproof ..................................65
Lubricant specifications ...221, 223
Lumbar support, seats .........76–77M
Manual transaxle .......................125
fluid, checking and adding ....211
reverse .....................................126
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................218
lubricant specifications ..........223
Mirrors .........................................46
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................47
fold away ...................................49
heated ........................................49
side view mirrors (power) .......49
Moon roof ....................................53
Motorcraft parts ................203, 218
O
Octane rating ............................202
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................188
Overdrive ...................................122
P
Parking .......................................127
Parking brake ............................119
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....218
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................151
Power door locks ........................63
Power point .................................47
Power steering ..........................119
fluid, checking and adding ....208
fluid, refill capacity ................218
fluid, specifications .........221, 223
Power Windows ...........................48
Index
234

Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................119
R
Radio ..........................15, 18, 22, 26
Rear window defroster ...............32
Relays ........................................147
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................69
locking/unlocking doors ...........63
Reverse sensing system ...........137
Roof rack .....................................55
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..............................84–88
Safety defects, reporting ..........176
Safety restraints ....................84–88
belt minder ...............................90
cleaning the safety belts ..........94
extension assembly ..................89
for adults .............................85–87
for children .............................102
lap belt ......................................89
warning light and chime ..........90
Safety seats for children ..........105
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................84
Seats ............................................74
child safety seats ....................105
heated ........................................76
Servicing your vehicle ..............183
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................154Spark plugs, specifications ......218,
223
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................221, 223
Speed control ..............................49
Starting your vehicle .......114–115,
117
jump starting ..........................159
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................45
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................30
Tires ...........................154, 213–215
changing ..........................154–155
checking the pressure ............215
replacing ..................................216
rotating ....................................215
snow tires and chains ............217
tire grades ...............................214
treadwear ................................214
Towing .......................................141
recreational towing .................145
trailer towing ..........................141
wrecker ....................................165
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................211
manual operation ....................125
Transmission .............................120
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................209
fluid, refill capacities ..............218
lubricant specifications ..221, 223
Index
235