2013 FORD ESCAPE towing

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SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)
You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended
Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan
is the only service contract backed by Ford
Motor Company of Canada, Limited.
Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford
Extended Service Plan provides benefits
such as:
• Rental reimbursement
• Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items •
Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires
• Roadside Assistance benefits
There are several Ford Extended Service
Plans available in various time, distance
and deductible combinations. Each plan
is tailored to fit your own driving needs,
including reimbursement for towing and
rental.
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Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)

Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. It is your checklist that gives
you immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. You know what
has been checked, what is okay as well as
those things that may require future or
immediate attention. The multi-point
vehicle inspection is one more way to keep
your vehicle running great.
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor®
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil Life Monitor that determines when the
engine oil should be changed based on
how your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduce environmental
waste at the same time.This means you won
’t have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule; the vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE
OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED in the message center.
The following table is intended to provide
examples of vehicle use and its impact on
engine oil change intervals. It is provided
as a guideline only. Actual engine oil
change intervals depends on several
factors and generally decreases with
severity of use.
When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message
Vehicle use and example
Miles (kilometers)
Normal
7500-10000
(12000-16000) Normal commuting with highway driving
No or moderate load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499
(8000-11999) Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999
(4000-7999) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
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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

Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off (PTO) units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids
should be changed every 3000 miles
(4800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if
the axle is filled with 75W140 synthetic
gear fluid meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number
F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See Technical
Specifications (page 271).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100000 miles (160000 km). Rear axle
fluid change may be waived if the axle was
filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number
F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four
ounces (118 mL) of additive friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle fluid
should be changed anytime the axle has
been submerged in water.California fuel filter replacement: If the
vehicle is registered in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item will not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
prior to the completion of the vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot climate oil change intervals:
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5000 miles (8000
km). If the available API "SM" or "SN" oils
are not available, then the oil change
service interval is 3000 mile (4800 km).
Engine air filter and cabin air filter
replacement: Engine air filter and cabin
air filter life is dependent on exposure to
dusty and dirty conditions. Vehicles
operated in these conditions will require
frequent inspection and replacement of
the engine air filter and cabin air filter.
Engine Coolant Change Record
Initial change: Six years or 100000 miles
(160000 km) (whichever comes first).
After initial change: Every three years or
50000 miles (80000 km).
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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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Index

Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking............................. 54
Power Liftgate..................................................57 Obstacle Detection............................................. 59
Opening and Closing the Liftgate..................58
Setting the Liftgate Open Height................... 59
Power Seats....................................................124 Power Lumbar...................................................... 125
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................225
Power Windows..............................................74 Accessory Delay.................................................... 75
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 74
One-Touch Down................................................. 74
One-Touch Up....................................................... 74
Window Lock.......................................................... 74
R
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................127
Rear Seats.......................................................126 Folding the Seatback........................................ 126
Recline Adjustment........................................... 126
Unfolding the Seatback................................... 126
Rear Under Floor Storage...........................177 Adjustable Load Floor........................................ 177
Cargo Management System........................... 177
Passenger Compartment Floor...................... 177
Rear View Camera........................................167 Using the Rear View Camera System.........167
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 167
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..........69 Rear Window Washer......................................... 69
Rear Window Wiper............................................ 69
Recommended Towing Weights............188
Refueling..........................................................142 Easy Fuel® No Cap Fuel System..................143
Remote Control..............................................44 Car Finder................................................................ 46
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................44
Intelligent Access Key......................................... 45
Remote Start ......................................................... 47
Replacing the Battery......................................... 45
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 47
Remote Start...................................................119 Automatic Settings............................................ 120
Heated and Cooled Devices........................... 120
Last Settings........................................................ 120Removing a Headlamp...............................231
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............237
Replacement Parts
Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs..................................................... 11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 11
Warranty on Replacement Parts...................... 11
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................48
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)..............................................................205
Roadside Assistance...................................197 Vehicles Sold In Canada : Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 197
Vehicles Sold In Canada : Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 197
Vehicles Sold In The U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance........................................................ 197
Vehicles Sold In The U.S. : Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 197
Roadside Emergencies...............................197
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................178 Adjusting the Crossbar..................................... 178
Running Out of Fuel......................................141 Refilling With a Portable Fuel
Container........................................................... 141
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment................30
Safety Belt Minder..........................................31 Belt-Minder®.......................................................... 31
Safety Belts......................................................26 Principle of Operation........................................ 26
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................30
Conditions of operation..................................... 30
Safety Canopy®..............................................41
Safety Precautions......................................140
Satellite Radio................................................110 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN).................................................................... 111
Satellite Radio Reception Factors..................111
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service..................... 111
Troubleshooting................................................... 112
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Index

Scheduled Maintenance..........................396Engine Coolant Change Record.................... 410
Exceptions........................................................... 409
General Maintenance Information.............396
Normal Scheduled Maintenance................399
Special Operating Conditions...................... 405
Seats...................................................................121
Security..............................................................62
Side Airbags.....................................................40
Sitting in the Correct Position...................121
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 256
Special Notices.................................................11 New Vehicle Limited Warranty.......................... 11
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 12
Special Instructions............................................... 11
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............12
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................. 170
Stability Control............................................159 Principle of Operation....................................... 159
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 135
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................137 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................138
Important Ventilating Information...............138
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........135 General Information.......................................... 135
Steering............................................................176 Electric Power Steering..................................... 176
Steering Wheel...............................................64
Storage Compartments.............................134
Sun Visors..........................................................77 Illuminated Vanity Mirror.................................... 77
Supplementary Restraints System.........35 Principle of Operation......................................... 35
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
SYNC® Applications and Services.......295 911 Assist............................................................... 295
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)......................................... 298
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 297
SYNC®.............................................................279 General Information.......................................... 279
SYNC® Troubleshooting..........................308 T
Technical Specifications
See: Capacities and Specifications.............267
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................203
Tire Care..........................................................245 Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 246
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 245
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 246
Temperature A B C............................................ 245
Traction AA A B C............................................... 245
Treadwear............................................................. 245
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........257 Changing Tires with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 258
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 258
Tire Pressures See: Technical Specifications....................... 265
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 243
Towing a Trailer.............................................188
Towing Points.................................................191 Installing the Towing Eye.................................. 191
Towing Eye Location........................................... 191
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.............191
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels...........................................................192
Emergency Towing............................................. 192
Recreational Towing.......................................... 193
Towing..............................................................188
Traction Control............................................158 Principle of Operation....................................... 158
Trailer Sway Control....................................188
Transmission Code Designation............270
Transmission ...................................................147
Transporting the Vehicle............................192
Trip Computer.................................................86 All Value................................................................... 87
Average Fuel........................................................... 87
Fuel Used................................................................. 87
Resetting the Trip Computer........................... 86
Trip Odometer....................................................... 86
Trip Timer................................................................ 86
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