2014 FORD ESCAPE brake fluid

Check every month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Windshield washer fluid level.
Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Multi-Point inspection
Hazard warning system operation Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning
hoses Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks or
damage Exhaust system
Steering and linkage Exterior lamps operation
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure
**Fluid levels*; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation Half-shaft dust boots
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor®
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil 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 reduces environmental
waste at the same time.This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying ENGINE
OIL CHANGE DUE or OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
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Scheduled Maintenance

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
Maintenance Intervals
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display*
Change engine oil and filter.**
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 (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
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Scheduled Maintenance

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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive.....................................140
A
A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................101About This Manual...........................................7Protecting the Environment................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................145ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................145
Accessories...................................................380Exterior style.......................................................380
Interior style.........................................................380
Lifestyle.................................................................380
Peace of mind....................................................380
AccessoriesSee: Replacement Parts
Recommendation.............................................11
Active Park Assist.........................................152Automatic Steering into Parking
Space.................................................................153
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature..........154
Troubleshooting the System..........................155
Using Active Park Assist...................................152
Adjusting the Headlamps........................220Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................221
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................220
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Airbag Disposal...............................................43
Air Conditioning
See: Climate Control..........................................101AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................65Ambient Lighting.............................................77
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65
Arming the Alarm.................................................65
Disarming the Alarm...........................................65
Appendices....................................................382Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87
Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime...................................................................87
Engine On Warning Chime................................87
Headlamps On Warning Chime......................87
Key in Ignition Warning Chime.........................87
Keyless Warning Alert ........................................87
Parking Brake On Warning Chime..................87
Audio Control..................................................66Type 1.........................................................................67
Type 2........................................................................67
Audio System................................................267General Information..........................................267Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite
Radio..............................................................272
Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC....................................270
Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD.................................................268
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium
AM/FM/CD..................................................274
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony
AM/FM/CD..................................................276
Menu Structure....................................................277Autolamps.........................................................73
Automatic Climate Control......................102
Temperature Control.........................................103Automatic Transmission............................136Brake-Shift Interlock..........................................137
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or
Snow..................................................................138
SelectShift Automatic®
Transmission...................................................136
Understanding the Positions of Your
Automatic Transmission.............................136
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check..............................................................215
Autowipers........................................................70
Auxiliary Input Jack.....................................284
Auxiliary Power Points................................120
110 Volt AC Power Point...................................120
12 Volt DC Power Point.....................................120
Locations...............................................................120
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Blind Spot Monitor......................................160Blind Spot Information System (BLIS®)
with Cross Traffic Alert................................160
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........206Booster Seats....................................................17Types of Booster Seats.......................................17Brake Fluid Check.........................................215
Brakes...............................................................145
General Information..........................................145Breaking-In......................................................183
Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
C
Cabin Air Filter................................................107
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications.................261
Technical Specifications.................................265Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................227Center Console..............................................122
Changing a Bulb...........................................222
Lamp Assembly Condensation....................222
Replacing Fog, Park and Turn Signal
Bulbs..................................................................224
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................222
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs...................223
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp
Bulb....................................................................225
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb...........225
Replacing Reverse Lamp Assembly...........225
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs.........................224
Replacing Tail, Brake and Turn Signal
Bulbs..................................................................225
Changing a Fuse...........................................196Fuses.......................................................................196Changing a Road Wheel...........................255Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.....................................................255
Tire Change Procedure....................................256
Changing the 12V Battery..........................216
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................219
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1.6L and 2.0L EcoBoost Engines...................219
2.5L Engine............................................................219
Changing the Wiper Blades......................218
Checking MyKey System Status..............50
Checking the Wiper Blades......................218
Child Restraint and Safety Belt
Maintenance.................................................32
Child Safety.......................................................14
General Information.............................................14Child Safety Locks..........................................24Left-Hand Side......................................................25
Right-Hand Side...................................................25
Child Seat Positioning...................................15
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................231
Cleaning Products........................................227
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................231
Cleaning the Engine....................................229
Cleaning the Exterior...................................227
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts.....................228
Exterior Chrome..................................................227
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped).................227
Underbody...........................................................228
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens........................230
Cleaning the Interior...................................229
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades...........................................................229
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................50
Climate............................................................368
Climate Control Voice Commands.............369Climate Control..............................................101
Coolant Check
See: Engine Coolant Check.............................212Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........42
Creating a MyKey...........................................50
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings...............................................................50
Cruise Control.................................................68Principle of Operation.......................................159Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................159Customer Assistance.................................190
D
Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9
Service Data Recording........................................9
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Index

Vehicle Storage.............................................232Battery....................................................................232
Body........................................................................232
Brakes.....................................................................233
Cooling system...................................................232
Engine.....................................................................232
Fuel system..........................................................232
General...................................................................232
Miscellaneous.....................................................233
Removing Vehicle From Storage..................233
Tires.........................................................................233
VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................101VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............263Voice Control...................................................68MyFord Touch® Controls..................................68
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................84Airbag - Front........................................................84
Anti-Lock Braking System................................85
Battery......................................................................85
Blind Spot Monitor..............................................85
Brake System.........................................................85
Cruise Control........................................................85
Direction Indicator...............................................85
Engine Oil................................................................85
Fasten Safety Belt...............................................85
Fog Lamps - Front...............................................86
High Beam..............................................................86
Information............................................................86
Low Fuel Level......................................................86
Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................86
Parking Lamps......................................................86
Service Engine Soon...........................................86
Traction and Stability Control.........................87
Traction and Stability Control Off..................87
Washer Fluid Check.....................................216
Washers
See: Cleaning the Exterior...............................227
See: Wipers and Washers.................................70
Waxing.............................................................228
Wheel Nuts
See: Changing a Road Wheel........................255
Wheels and Tires.........................................234General Information.........................................234
Technical Specifications.................................259
Windows and Mirrors....................................78
Windshield Washers.......................................71
Windshield Wipers.........................................70
Intermittent Wipe.................................................70
Speed dependent wipers (if
equipped)...........................................................70
Wipers and Washers.....................................70
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