2013 FORD ESCAPE center console

Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................67
Autowipers........................................................67
Windshield Washers.....................................68
Rear Window Wiper and Washers..........69
Lighting
Lighting Control..............................................70
Autolamps........................................................70
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.......................71
Headlamp Exit Delay......................................71
Daytime Running Lamps..............................71
Front Fog Lamps.............................................72
Direction Indicators........................................72
Interior Lamps..................................................72
Ambient Lighting............................................73
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows..............................................74
Exterior Mirrors.................................................75
Interior Mirror....................................................76
Sun Visors..........................................................77
Moonroof............................................................77
Instrument Cluster
Gauges................................................................79
Warning Lamps and Indicators................80
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............83
Information Displays
General Information.....................................84
Trip Computer.................................................86
Information Messages..................................87
Audio System
General Information......................................97
Audio unit - Vehicles With:AM/FM/CD...................................................98
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC...................................100 Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD/Satellite
Radio/SYNC...............................................102
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.................................................105
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD.................................................106
Auxiliary Input Jack......................................109
USB Port...........................................................110
Media Hub........................................................110
Satellite Radio................................................110
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control..............................113
Automatic Climate Control........................114
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................115
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................119
Cabin Air Filter................................................119
Remote Start..................................................119
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position...................121
Head Restraints..............................................121
Manual Seats.................................................123
Power Seats....................................................124
Memory Function..........................................125
Rear Seats.......................................................126
Heated Seats..................................................127
Rear Seat Armrest........................................127
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener...............128
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points................................132
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................134
Overhead Console........................................134
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Table of Contents

Passenger Airbag
Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
Occupant
Disabled
Unlit
Empty
Disabled
Lit
Child
Enabled
Unlit
Adult
Note: When the passenger airbag status
indicator lamp is illuminated, the passenger
side airbag (seat mounted) may be disabled
to avoid the risk of airbag deployment
injuries.
After all occupants have adjusted their
seats and put on safety belts, it’ s very
important that they continue to sit
properly. A properly seated occupant sits
upright, leaning against the seat back, and
centered on the seat cushion, with their
feet comfortably extended on the floor.
Sitting improperly can increase the chance
of injury in a crash event. For example, if
an occupant slouches, lies down, turns
sideways, sits forward, leans forward or
sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the
chance of injury during a crash is greatly
increased.
If you think that the status of the passenger
airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect, check
for the following:
• Objects lodged underneath the seat
• Objects between the seat cushion and
the center console (if equipped)
• Objects hanging off the seat back
• Objects stowed in the seat back map
pocket (if equipped)
• Objects placed on the occupant's lap
• Cargo interference with the seat
• Other passengers pushing or pulling on
the seat
• Rear passenger feet and knees resting
or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the
weight of a properly seated occupant to
be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger
sensing system. The person in the front
passenger seat may appear heavier or
lighter due to the conditions described in
the list above.
To know if the front passenger
sensing system is operating
properly, See Crash Sensors
and Airbag Indicator (page 42).
If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do
the following:
The driver or adult passengers should
check for any objects that may be lodged
underneath the front passenger seat or
cargo interfering with the seat.
If objects are lodged or cargo is interfering
with the seat; please take the following
steps to remove the obstruction:
• Pull the vehicle over.
• Turn the vehicle off.
• Driver or adult passengers should
check for any objects lodged
underneath the front passenger seat
or cargo interfering with the seat.
• Remove the obstruction(s) (if found).
• Restart the vehicle.
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Display Settings
Select to change display brightness.
Dimming
Select to display the language in English, French or
Spanish.
Language
Select to display the outside temperature in Fahrenheit
or Celsius.
Temp setting
Clock Settings
Select to set the time.
Set time
Select to set the calendar date.
Set date
Select to view clock time in a 12-hour mode or 24-hour
mode.
12/24 hour
AUXILIARY INPUT JACK
WARNINGS
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, accident and
injury. Ford strongly recommends
that you use extreme caution when using
any device or feature that may take your
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.
For safety reasons, do not connect
or adjust the settings on your
portable music player while the
vehicle is moving.
WARNINGS
Store the portable music player in a
secure location, such as the center
console or the glove box, when the
vehicle is in motion. Hard objects may
become projectiles in a collision or sudden
stop, which may increase the risk of serious
injury. The audio extension cable must be
long enough to allow the portable music
player to be safely stored while the vehicle
is in motion.
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The auxiliary input jack (AIJ) allows you to
connect and play music from your portable
music player through the vehicle speakers.
You can use any portable music player
designed for use with headphones. Your
audio extension cable must have male
one-eighth inch (three and one-half
millimeter) connectors at each end.
1. Make sure the vehicle, radio andportable music player are turned off
and the transmission is in position P.
2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the AIJ.
3. Turn on the radio. Select either a tuned
FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Turn on your portable music player and
adjust its volume to half its maximum
level.
6. Press AUX until LINE or LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear
music from your device even if it is low.
7. Adjust the volume on your portable music player until it reaches the volume
level of the FM station or CD. Do this
by switching back and forth between
the AUX and FM or CD controls.
USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)The USB port allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks and charge
devices (if supported). See SYNC® (page
279).
MEDIA HUB (IF EQUIPPED)
The media hub is located in the center
console and has the following features:
A/V inputs
A
SD card slot
B
USB ports
C
See MyFord Touch® (page 315).
SATELLITE RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)
SIRIUS® broadcasts a variety of music,
news, sports, weather, traffic and
entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of
SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call
SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474.
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WARNING
Do not plug optional electrical
accessories into the cigar lighter
socket (if equipped). Improper use
of the lighter can cause damage not
covered by your warranty, and can result
in fire or serious injury.
Note: Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point. This
will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Note: Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug.
Note: Do not use the power point over the
vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or
a fuse may blow.
Note: Do not use the power point for
operating a cigar lighter element.
Note: Improper use of the power point can
cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
Note: Always keep the power point caps
closed when not in use.
Run the engine for full capacity use of the
power point. To prevent the battery from
being discharged:
• Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the engine is not
running.
• Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when the vehicle is parked
for extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be found:
• on the center console
• inside the center console storage bin
• on the rear of the center console. 110 Volt AC Power Point (If Equipped)
WARNING
Do not keep electrical devices
plugged in the power point whenever
the device is not in use. Do not use
any extension cord with the 110 volt AC
power point, since it will defeat the safety
protection design provided by the cap and
twist tab. Doing so my cause the power
point to overload due to powering multiple
devices that can reach beyond the 150
watt load limit and could result in fire or
serious injury.
Note: The power point will turn off after 13
minutes if the ignition is on without the
engine running. Keep the engine running or
cycle the ignition to keep the power point
on.
The power point is used for powering
electrical devices that require up to 150
watts. It is located on the rear of the center
console.
When the green indicator light, located on
the power point, is:
• on — power point is ready to supply
power.
• off — power point power supply is off;
ignition is not on.
• blinking — power point is in fault mode.
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CENTER CONSOLE
WARNING
Use only soft cups in the cupholder.
Hard objects can injure you in a
collision.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
variety of features.
Cupholder
A
Storage compartment with
auxiliary power point, auxiliary
input jack, USB port and media
hub
B
Auxiliary power point
C
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Press near the rear edge of the door to
open it.
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Storage Compartments
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
WARNINGS
Vehicle modifications involving
braking system, aftermarket roof
racks, suspension, steering system,
tire construction and wheel and tire size
may change the handling characteristics
of the vehicle and may adversely affect
the performance of the AdvanceTrac
system. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and
adversely affect the AdvanceTrac system.
Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker
as far as possible from the front center
console, the tunnel, and the front seats in
order to minimize the risk of interfering with
the AdvanceTrac sensors. Reducing the
effectiveness of the AdvanceTrac system
could lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
Remember that even advanced
technology cannot defy the laws of
physics. It’ s always possible to lose
control of a vehicle due to inappropriate
driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause
you to lose control of your vehicle
increasing the risk of personal injury or
property damage. Activation of the
AdvanceTrac system is an indication that
at least some of the tires have exceeded
their ability to grip the road; this could
reduce the operator ’s ability to control the
vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death. If your AdvanceTrac
system activates, SLOW DOWN.
The AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability
Control system helps you keep control of
your vehicle when on a slippery surface.
The electronic stability control portion of
the system helps avoid skids and lateral
slides and roll stability control helps avoid
a vehicle rollover. The traction control
system helps avoid drive wheel spin and
loss of traction. See Using Traction
Control (page 158).
Vehicle without AdvanceTrac
with RSC skidding off its
intended route.
A
Vehicle with AdvanceTrac with
RSC maintaining control on a
slippery surface.
B
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SD Card Slot and USB Port
SD Card
Note:Your SD card slot is spring-loaded.
To remove the SD card, press the card in
and the system ejects it. Do not attempt to
pull the card to remove it as this could cause
damage.
The card slot can also be used for your
navigation system (if equipped). See
Navigation (page 371).
The SD card slot is located either in the
center console or behind a small access
door in the instrument panel. To access
and play music from your device, press the
lower left corner of the touchscreen.
SD logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. USB Port
The USB ports are located either in the
center console or behind a small access
door in the instrument panel. To access
and play music from your device, press the
lower left corner of the touchscreen.
This feature allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks, flash drives
or thumb drives, and also charge devices
if they support this feature.
Playing Music from Your Device
Insert your device and select the
USB or SD Card tab once the
system recognizes it. You can
choose from the following options:
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