2013 FORD ESCAPE service reset

Severe Climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates:
•It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer increase the coolant
concentration above 50%.
• A coolant concentration of 60% will
provide improved freeze point
protection. Engine coolant
concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection
characteristics of the engine coolant
and may cause engine damage
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
• It may be necessary to have a Ford
authorized dealer decrease the coolant
concentration to 40%.
• A coolant concentration of 40% will
provide improved overheat protection.
Engine coolant concentrations below
40% will decrease the corrosion/freeze
protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine
damage.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme
climates should use prediluted engine
coolant for optimum cooling system and
engine protection.
What you Should Know About Fail-
Safe Cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted,
this feature allows the vehicle to be driven
temporarily before incremental component
damage is incurred. The “fail-safe”
distance depends on ambient
temperatures, vehicle load and terrain.
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
If the engine begins to overheat, the engine
coolant temperature gauge will move to
the red (hot) area and:
The coolant temperature
warning light will illuminate.
The service engine soon
indicator will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset
over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating
cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder
acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still
operate. However:
• The engine power will be limited.
• The air conditioning system will be
disabled.
Continued operation will increase the
engine temperature and the engine will
completely shut down, causing steering
and braking effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the
engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle
to an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to minimize engine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate the
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in
a safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will
have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury.
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
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Maintenance

Driving Restrictions
For your safety, certain features are
speed-dependent and restricted when your
vehicle is traveling over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Safety Information
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, accident and
injury. Ford strongly recommends
that drivers use extreme caution when
using any device that may take their focus
off the road. Your primary responsibility is
the safe operation of the vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage
the use of voice-operated systems when
possible and that you become aware of
applicable state and local laws that may
affect use of electronic devices while
driving.
When using SYNC:
• Do not operate playing devices if the
power cords or cables are broken, split
or damaged. Carefully place cords and
cables where they cannot be stepped
on or interfere with the operation of
pedals, seats, compartments or safe
driving abilities.
• Do not leave playing devices in the
vehicle during extreme conditions as it
could cause them damage. Refer to
your device's user guide for further
information.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the
system. See your authorized dealer. Privacy Information
When a mobile phone is connected to
SYNC, the system creates a profile within
your vehicle that is linked to that mobile
phone. This profile is created in order to
offer you more mobile features and to
operate more efficiently. Among other
things, this profile may contain data about
your mobile phone book, text messages
(read and unread), and call history,
including history of calls when your mobile
phone was not connected to the system.
In addition, if you connect a media device,
the system creates and retains an index of
supported media content. The system also
records a short development log of
approximately 10 minutes of all recent
system activity. The log profile and other
system data may be used to improve the
system and help diagnose any problems
that may occur.
The mobile profile, media device index, and
development log will remain in the vehicle
unless you delete it and are generally
accessible only in the vehicle when the
mobile phone or media player is
connected. If you no longer plan to use the
system or the vehicle, we recommend you
perform a Master Reset to erase all stored
information.
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SYNC®

Potential Station IssuesAction
Cause
Issues
None. Broadcast issue.
Poor time-alignment by the
radio broadcaster.
Echo, stutter, skip or repeat
in audio. Increase or
decrease in audio volume.
None. Reception issue that
may clear up as you
continue to drive.
The radio is shifting between
analog and digital audio.
Sound fading or blending in
and out.
None. This is normal beha-
vior. Wait until the audio is
available.
The digital multicast is not
available until the HD Radio
broadcast is decoded. Once
decoded, the audio is avail-
able.
Audio mute delay when
selecting HD2/HD3,
multicast preset or Direct
Tune.
None. The station is not
available in your current
location.
The previously stored
multicast preset or direct
tune is not available in your
current reception area.
Cannot access HD2/HD3
multicast channel when
recalling a preset or from a
direct tune.
Fill out the station issue
form at website listed
below.*
Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster.
Text information does not
match currently playing
audio.
Fill out the station issue
form at website listed
below.*
Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster.
No text information shown
for currently selected
frequency.
None. This is normal beha-
vior.
Pressing Scan disables HD2-
HD7 channel search.
HD2-HD7 stations not found
when Scan is pressed.
* http://www.ibiquity.com/automotive/report_radio_station_experiences
HD Radio Technology manufactured under
license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and
foreign patents. HD Radio and the HD and
HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corp. Ford Motor
Company and iBiquity Digital Corp. are not
responsible for the content sent using HD
Radio technology. Content may be
changed, added or deleted at any time at
the station owner's discretion. Radio Voice Commands
If you are listening to the radio,
press the voice button on the
steering wheel controls. When
prompted, say any of the following
commands.
If you are not listening to the radio, press
the voice button and, after the tone, say
"Radio", then any of the following
commands.
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MyFord Touch®
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Troubleshooting TipsAction
Cause
Radio Display
None. This message should
disappear shortly.
Radio requires more than
two seconds to produce
audio for the selected
channel.
ACQUIRING...
If this message does not
clear shortly, or with an igni-
tion key cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See your
authorized dealer for service.
Internal module or system
failure present.
Sat Fault/SIRIUS System
Failure
Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.
Channel no longer available.
Invalid Channel
Contact SIRIUS at 1-888-
539-7474 to subscribe to
the channel, or tune to
another channel.
Subscription not available
for this channel.
Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is currently being
blocked. When you move
into an open area, the signal
should return.
Loss of signal from the
SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS
tower to the vehicle
antenna.
No Signal
None. The process may take
up to three minutes.
Update of channel
programming in progress.
Updating
Contact SIRIUS at 1-888-
539-7474 to reactivate or
resolve subscription issues.
Satellite service has been
deactivated by SIRIUS
satellite radio.
Call SIRIUS
1-888-539-7474
Using the channel guide,
unlock or unskip the chan-
nels.
All the channels in the
selected category are
skipped or locked.
No Channels Available
None.
SIRIUS has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.
Subscription Updated
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MyFord Touch®

Your vehicle is equipped with the
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor® system which
displays a message in the message center
at the proper oil change service interval.
This interval may be up to one year or
10000 miles (16000 kilometers).
When ENGINE OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL
CHANGE REQUIRED appears in the
message center display, it is time for an oil
change. The oil change must be done
within two weeks or 500 miles (800
kilometers) of the ENGINE OIL CHANGE
DUE or OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
appearing. The Intelligent Oil Life Monitor®
must be reset after each oil change. See
Engine Oil Check (page 221).
If your message center is prematurely reset
or becomes inoperative, you should
perform the oil change interval at six
months or 5000 miles (8000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers)
between oil change intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple complex performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
We recommend maintenance intervals for
various parts and component systems
based upon engineering testing. We rely
upon this testing to determine the most
appropriate mileage for replacement of
oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommend against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the using only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement for parts because they are
engineered for your vehicle.Additives and Chemicals
Recommended additives and chemicals
are listed in this Owner's Manual and in the
Workshop Manual. Additional chemicals
or additives not approved by Ford Motor
Company are not recommended as part
of normal maintenance. Please consult
your Warranty Manual for complete
warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, discolored fluids that
also show signs of overheating or foreign
material contamination should be
inspected immediately by a qualified
expert such as the factory-trained
technicians at your dealership.
Your vehicle
’s oils and fluids should be
changed at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and
inspections should be performed every
month or at six months intervals.
Check Every Month
• Engine oil level.
• Function of all interior and exterior
lights.
• Tires for wear and proper pressure,
including the spare tire.
• Windshield washer fluid level.
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Scheduled Maintenance

At every oil change interval as indicated by the message center1
Change engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the cabin air filter.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (4WD
vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings (4WD vehicles).
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor® after each engine oil and filter change. See Engine
Oil Check (page 221).
Additional Maintenance Items 1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every 20000 miles (32000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change engine coolant.2
At 100000 miles (160000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 100000 miles
(160000 km)
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Scheduled Maintenance

Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3000 miles (4800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message appearing in the
message center.
•Example 1: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at 28751
miles (46270 km); perform the 30000
mile (48000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement. •
Example 2: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come on
but the odometer reads 30000 miles
(48000 km); perform the engine air
filter replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil
Life Monitor® was reset at 25000
miles [40000 km].)
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center
and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
· Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required · See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(i.e. Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by message center
and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
· Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect frequently, service
as required · Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
· Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Inspect frequently, service
as required · Replace engine air filter.
· Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
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Scheduled Maintenance

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Eco Mode.........................................................175Resetting Eco Mode........................................... 175
Type 1....................................................................... 175
Type 2 and 3.......................................................... 175
Economical Driving......................................194
Emission Control System..........................143 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 144
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 145
End User License Agreement.................380 SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)............................................................. 380
Engine Block Heater....................................138 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 139
Engine Coolant Check................................222 Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 222
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 222
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 223
Severe Climates................................................. 224
What you Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 224
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 62
Engine Oil Check...........................................221 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 221
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring System.............................................................. 222
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L EcoBoost®...................................................221
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.5L/2.0L EcoBoost®...................................................221
Engine Specifications.................................267 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 267
Entertainment...............................................332 A/V Inputs............................................................. 351
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 333
Bluetooth Audio................................................. 350
Browsing Device Content................................ 332
CD........................................................................\
.... 344
SD Card Slot and USB Port........................... 346
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 339
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 349Essential Towing Checks..........................190
Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 190
Hitches................................................................... 190
Safety Chains...................................................... 190
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 190
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 190
When Towing a Trailer....................................... 191
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors.................................................75 Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 76
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 75
Heated Exterior Mirrors....................................... 75
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors........................... 76
Memory Mirrors..................................................... 75
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 75
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Fastening the Safety Belts..........................27 How to Extract Safety Belts in the Rear
Outboard Positions........................................ 29
Restraint of Pregnant Women......................... 27
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.................... 29
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 28
Floor Mats.......................................................195
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 72
Ford Credit..........................................................11 (U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP).......276 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............277
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. only).......................... 276
Four-Wheel Drive...........................................151
Front Fog Lamps.............................................72
Front Passenger Sensing System.............37
Fuel and Refueling.......................................140
Fuel Consumption........................................145 Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 146
Filling the Tank.................................................... 146
Fuel Cut-Off Switch....................................198
Fuel Filter........................................................225
Fuel Quality......................................................141 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 141
Octane Recommendations............................. 141
Fuses................................................................207
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