Normal Vehicle OperationStarting:Turn the ignition key on while the
vehicle is in Park (P). The gas engine will turn
on, but may shut off shortly after starting,
depending on temperature and battery state of
charge. This is a natural part of the Escape
Hybrid's fuel saving features. You do not need
to restart the vehicle.
NOTE:If the vehicle is
left inoperative for over 31 days — it may (but
probably won’t) be necessary to jump start the
vehicle. Your Escape Hybrid is equipped with
a high voltage battery jump start feature inaddition to the traditional 12V system. Consult
your Owner’s Guide for jump start instructions.
Driving:The gas engine automatically starts
and stops to provide power when it's neededand to save fuel when it's not. While coastingat low speeds, idling, or coming to a stop,the gas engine typically shuts down to
conserve fuel and the vehicle will operate inelectric only mode. The gas engine will kickin upon acceleration. Conditions that cause
the engine to start up include:
Battery recharge required
Driver acceleration demands additional
power
Overly hot or cold outside temperature,
or if the battery is overly hot or cold, the
engine may engage sooner than usual
Ascending a hill, accelerating quickly,
or when driving conditions require additional power
The gasoline engine will not shut off if
the climate control is set to MAX A/C or
defrost mode
Stopping:The gas engine may shut off as you
come to a stop to conserve fuel. Restarting
the vehicle is not required. Simply step on
the accelerator when you are ready to drive.
Transmission Operation:Due to the
technologically advanced, Electronically
Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission(eCVT) you will not feel shift changes likethose of a traditional vehicle. The EscapeHybrid's transmission is designed to do
its work seamlessly.
Neutral:It is not recommended to idle the
vehicle in Neutral (N) for extended periods
of time because this will discharge your
hybrid battery system.
Low Gear:Slowing down in Low (L) gear may
cause a sensation of engine braking duringdeceleration. Response during accelerationshould be the same as in Drive (D) position.
Reverse:Reverse (R) gear vehicle speed is
limited to 22 mph (35 km/h) until shifted to
a non reverse gear.In most cases, the vehicle
will operate in electric only mode while inReverse (R).
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9 Ready Indicator:Illuminates after the vehicle has successfully
started. The vehicle is ready to drive even if
you don't hear the engine running.
10 Service Soon:Illuminates when the vehicle has detected
a malfunction. Report the fault to your
Escape Hybrid certified dealer at the
earliest opportunity.
11 Master Electrical Hazard Warning Lamp:Indicates a major hybrid component failure
or other major vehicle failure that will cause
the vehicle to shut down or fail to start.
Please see your Owner’s Guide for
additional information.
12 Service Engine Soon Lamp:Illuminates briefly when ignition is turned to
the RUN position. Solid illumination after
start indicates the on board diagnosticssystem has detected a malfunction. Have your
vehicle serviced immediately at an Escape
Hybrid certified dealer.
13 Front and Rear Wiper / Washer Control:
Front:Move the control down one position for
intermittent operation. Rotate the speed control
up for fast intervals and down for slow intervals.
Move the control down two positions from OFF
for normal or low speed wiper operation. Move
the control down three positions from OFF for
high speed wiper operation. Pull the control
toward you to activate the windshield washer.
Release the control to stop washer fluid spray.
Move the control up and release for one wipewith mist.
Rear:Rotate the end of the control
upward to the INT position for intermittent
operation. Adjust the speed control for fast or
slow intervals. Rotate the control upward to ONfor normal speed operation. Rotate the control
down one position and release to activate the
rear washer.
14 Power Point (12V):The 12V power point
outlet, located to the left of the 110 VAC
outlet, is designed for accessory plugs only.
Do not insert any other object; damage willoccur and blow the fuse. This power outlet
will require an adapter in order to plug in anelectric device.
15 Rear Window Defroster Control:Push to
clear the rear window of thin ice and frost.
The rear window defroster control has an auto
time out feature that will electronically turn
the system off after 15 minutes. If the heated
rear window
is still in operation when the
ignition is switchedoff, the heating function
will be reactivated when the ignition isswitched on again.
16 Power Point (110 VAC):This outlet,
located on the center console in front of thegearshift, is used for powering electrical
devices that require up to 150W. Exceedingthis limit will cause the power point to cut
off the power temporarily to provide overload
protection. The green indicator light will
illuminate when the power point is ready to
supply power, blink when it is in fault mode,
and turn off when the power supply is off
(ignition is not in the RUN position). This
outlet does not require an adapter in orderto plug in an electrical device.
17 Passenger Airbag Off: The passenger airbag
off indicator, located just below the radio,
will illuminate when the passenger’s frontal
airbag is off. Please see your Owner’s Guide
for additional information.
