2013 FORD ESCAPE tow

The mirror will dim automatically to reduce
glare when bright lights are detected from
behind your vehicle. It will automatically
return to normal reflection when you select
reverse gear to make sure you have a clear
view when backing up.
SUN VISORS
Rotate the sun visor toward the side
window and extend it rearward for extra
shade.
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
Lift the cover to switch the lamp on.
MOONROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNINGS
Do not let children play with the
moonroof or leave them unattended
in the vehicle. They may seriously
hurt themselves.
WARNINGS
When closing the moonroof, you
should verify that it is free of
obstructions and make sure that
children and pets are not in the proximity
of the roof opening.
The moonroof and sunscreen controls are
located on the overhead console.
The moonroof and sunscreen have a
one-touch open and close feature. To stop
them during one-touch operation, press
the control a second time.
Opening and Closing the
Sunscreen
Press and release the rear of the control
to open the sunscreen.
Press and release the front of the control
to close the sunscreen. If it is open, the
moonroof will automatically close before
the sunscreen closes.
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and Reception
FactorsAM and FM frequencies are established by
the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) and the Canadian Radio and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).
Those frequencies are:
•
AM: 530, 540-1700, 1710 kHz
• FM: 87.9-107.7, 107.9 MHz
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the
signal and the weaker the reception.
Distance/Strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
result the audio system muting.
Station overload
CD and CD Player Information
Note: CD units are designed to play
commercially-pressed 4.75 inch (12
centimeter) audio compact discs only. Due
to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs
may not function correctly when used in
Ford CD players.
Note: CDs with homemade paper
(adhesive) labels should not be inserted
into the CD player as the label may peel and
cause the CD to become jammed. It is
recommended that homemade CDs be
identified with permanent felt tip marker
rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens
may damage CDs. Please contact your
authorized dealer for further information.
Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped
discs or discs with a scratch protection film
attached. Always handle discs by their edges only.
Clean the disc with an approved CD
cleaner only, wiping from the center of the
disc toward the edge. Do not clean in a
circular motion.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or
heat sources for extended periods of time.
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
Audio systems capable of recognizing and
playing MP3 individual tracks and folder
structures work as follows:
•
There are two different modes for MP3
disc playback: MP3 track mode
(system default) and MP3 folder
mode.
• MP3 track mode ignores any folder
structure on the MP3 disc. The player
numbers each MP3 track on the disc
(noted by the .mp3 file extension) from
T001 to a maximum of T255. The
maximum number of playable MP3
files may be less depending on the
structure of the CD and exact model
of radio present.
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Satellite Radio Reception Factors
Potential Satellite Radio Reception IssuesFor optimal reception performance, keep the antenna
clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
the audio system may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING...to indicate the
interference and the audio system may mute.
Satellite radio signal interfer-
ence
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service
Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right
to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Ford Motor Company shall not be
responsible for any such programming
changes.
SIRIUS satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service
that broadcasts a variety of music, sports,
news, weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed
SIRIUS satellite radio system includes
hardware and a limited subscription term
which begins on the date of sale or lease
of the vehicle. Refer to your authorized
dealer for availability.
For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is
required), the online media player and a
complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio
channels, and other features, please visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.sirius.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at
1-888-539-7474.
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. When in
satellite radio mode, you can view this
number by pressing SIRIUS and memory
preset 1 at the same time.
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Troubleshooting
Possible Action
Condition
Radio Display
No action required. 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 is no longer avail-
able.
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
No action required. 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
No action required.
SIRIUS has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.
Subscription Updated
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Note:Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.
Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from
the air intake area at the base of the
windshield.
Manual Climate Control
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position. Increase the temperature
and fan speed to improve clearing, if
required.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Do not adjust the settings when your
vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold. The
system automatically adjusts to the
previously stored settings. For the system
to function efficiently, the instrument panel
and side air vents should be fully open. Note:
At low ambient temperatures with
AUTO selected, the air stream is directed
toward the windshield and side windows
for as long as the engine remains cold.
Note: When the system is switched off,
outside air is prevented from entering your
vehicle.
Note: When the system is in AUTO mode,
and the interior and exterior temperatures
are high, the system automatically selects
recirculated air to maximize cooling of the
interior. When the selected air temperature
is reached, the system automatically selects
outside air.
Note: When you select windshield
defrosting and defogging, the instrument
panel and footwell level functions
automatically switch off and air conditioning
switches on. Outside air flows into your
vehicle.
Heating the Interior Quickly
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Press the high fan speed button control.
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
speed setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
highest setting.
Adjust the temperature control to the
highest setting.
2
Press the footwell button to distribute
air to the footwell air vents.
Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell air vents position.
3
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Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Press the slow fan speed button.
Adjust the fan speed to the second
speed setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the hot settings.
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the hot settings.
2
Press the footwell and windshield air
distribution buttons.
Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell and windshield air vents posi-
tion.
3
Close the instrument panel air vents.
Open the side air vents and direct them
toward the side windows.
4
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Press the AUTO button.
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
speed setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Adjust the temperature control to the
MAX A/C position.
2
Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position.
3
Recommended Settings for Cooling
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Press the slow fan speed button.
Adjust the fan speed to the second
speed setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the cold settings.
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the cold settings.
2
Press the instrument panel vent button
to distribute air to the instrument panel
air vents.
Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position.
3
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Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Apply the parking brake.
Apply the parking brake.
1
Move the transmission selector lever to
position P.
Move the transmission selector lever to
position P.
2
Press the MAX A/C button.
Adjust the temperature control to the
MAX A/C position.
3
Adjust the fan speed to the lowest speed
setting.
4
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Vehicle With Automatic Climate Control
Vehicle With Manual Climate Control
Press the windshield defrosting and
defogging button.
Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel and footwell air vents
positions.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
Press the A/C button.
2
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
3
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting.
4
Direct the instrument panel side air vents
toward the side windows.
5
Close the instrument panel vents.
6
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Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The front head restraints may have a tilting
feature for extra comfort. To tilt the head
restraint, do the following:
1. Adjust the seatback to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2. Pivot the head restraint forward toward
your head to the desired position.
After the head restraint reaches the
forward-most tilt position, pivoting it
forward again will then release it to the
rearward, un-tilted position.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNING
Do not adjust the driver's seat or
seatback when your vehicle is
moving.
Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward
WARNING
Rock the seat backward and forward
after releasing the lever to make sure
that it is fully engaged.
Adjusting the Height of the
Driver's Seat
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