2014 FORD ESCAPE washer fluid

Fuses
Changing a Fuse...........................................196
Fuse Specification Chart............................197
Maintenance
General Information...................................206
Opening and Closing the Hood.............206
Under Hood Overview - 1.6L
EcoBoost™...............................................208
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L
EcoBoost™...............................................209
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L....................210
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.6L
EcoBoost™..................................................211
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L
EcoBoost™/2.5L.......................................211
Engine Oil Check............................................211
Engine Coolant Check.................................212
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check............................................................215
Brake Fluid Check.........................................215
Power Steering Fluid Check......................215
Fuel Filter.........................................................216
Washer Fluid Check.....................................216
Changing the 12V Battery..........................216
Checking the Wiper Blades......................218
Changing the Wiper Blades......................218
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................219
Adjusting the Headlamps........................220
Removing a Headlamp..............................222
Changing a Bulb...........................................222
Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
Vehicle Care
General Information....................................227
Cleaning Products........................................227
Cleaning the Exterior...................................227
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............228
Waxing.............................................................228
Cleaning the Engine....................................229Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades..........................................................229
Cleaning the Interior...................................229
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens.......................230
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................231
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................231
Vehicle Storage.............................................232
Wheels and Tires
General Information...................................234
Tire Care..........................................................236
Using Snow Chains.....................................250
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............251
Changing a Road Wheel...........................255
Technical Specifications...........................259
Capacities and Specific-
ations
Engine Specifications.................................261
Motorcraft Parts...........................................262
Vehicle Identification Number................263
Vehicle Certification Label.......................263
Transmission Code Designation............264
Technical Specifications...........................265
Audio System
General Information...................................267
Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD................................................268
Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC...................................270
Audio unit - Vehicles With:
AM/FM/CD/SYNC/Satellite
Radio.............................................................272
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Premium
AM/FM/CD.................................................274
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony
AM/FM/CD.................................................276
Digital Audio..................................................279
Satellite Radio...............................................281
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.6L ECOBOOST™
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Engine coolant reservoir A
Engine oil filler cap B
Brake fluid reservoir C
Battery D
Power distribution box E
Air filter assembly F
Engine oil dipstick G
Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap H
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST™
ABCDE
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Engine coolant reservoir A
Engine oil dipstick B
Brake fluid reservoir C
Battery D
Power distribution box E
Air filter assembly F
Engine oil filler cap G
Windshield washer fluid reservoir H
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.5L
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Windshield washer fluid reservoir A
Engine coolant reservoir B
Engine oil filler cap C
Engine oil dipstick D
Brake fluid reservoir E
Battery F
Power distribution box G
Air filter assembly H
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1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Add engine oil that meets the Ford
specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 261).
3. Replace the filler cap. Turn it until you
feel a strong resistance.
Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System
Note:Reset the oil life monitoring only after
an oil change.
1. Turn the ignition key to the on position.
Do not start the engine. For vehicles
with push-button start, press and hold
the start button for two seconds
without pressing the brake pedal. Do
not attempt to start the engine.
2. Press both the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time.
3. Keep both pedals fully pressed.
4. After three seconds, the Service: Oil
reset in prog. message will be
displayed.
5. After 25 seconds, the Service: Oil reset
complete message will be displayed.
6. Release both the accelerator and brake
pedals.
7. The Service: Oil reset complete
message will no longer be displayed.
8. Rotate the key to the off position. For
vehicles with push-button start, press
the start button to turn the vehicle off
completely.
ENGINE COOLANT CHECK
Checking the Engine Coolant
When the engine is cold, check the
concentration and level of the engine
coolant at the intervals listed in the
scheduled maintenance information. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 400).Note:Make sure that the level is between
the MIN and MAX marks on the coolant
reservoir.
Note:Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may extend beyond the MAX mark
Note:If the level is at the MIN mark, below
the MIN mark, or empty, add coolant
immediately. See Adding Engine Coolant
in this chapter.
The coolant concentration should be
maintained within 48% to 50%, which
equates to a freeze point between -30°F
(-34ºC) and -34ºF (-37ºC).
Note:For best results, coolant
concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool
300-ROB75240 available from your
authorized dealer. Ford does not
recommend the use of hydrometers or
coolant test strips for measuring coolant
concentrations.
Note:Automotive fluids are not
interchangeable. Do not use engine coolant
or antifreeze or windshield washer fluid
outside of its specified function and vehicle
location.
Adding Engine Coolant
WARNINGS
Do not add engine coolant when the
engine is hot. Steam and scalding
liquids released from a hot cooling
system can burn you badly. Also, you can
be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine
parts.
Do not put engine coolant in the
windshield washer fluid container. If
sprayed on the windshield, engine
coolant could make it difficult to see
through the windshield.
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FUEL FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
WASHER FLUID CHECK
WARNING
If you operate your vehicle in
temperatures below 40°F (5°C), use
washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid with
antifreeze protection in cold weather could
result in impaired windshield vision and
increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:The front and rear washer systems
are supplied from the same reservoir.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 261).
State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNINGS
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners.
Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately.
Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft® maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require additional
water during its life of service.
Note:If your battery has a cover/shield,
make sure it is reinstalled after the battery
has been cleaned or replaced.
Note:See an authorized dealer for low
voltage battery access, testing, or
replacement.
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Note:Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner. Follow
your local authorized standards for disposal.
Call your local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling automotive
batteries.
Note:It is recommended that the negative
battery cable terminal be disconnected from
the battery if you plan to store your vehicle
for an extended period of time.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
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Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
The wiper arms can be manually moved
when the ignition is off. This allows for ease
of blade replacement and cleaning under
the blades.
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.
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2. Press the locking buttons together.
3. Rotate and remove the wiper blade.
4. Install in the reverse order.
Note:Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place. Lower the wiper arm and blade
back to the windshield. The wiper arms will
automatically return to their normal position
when the ignition is turned on.
To change the rear blades, do the
following:
1. Lift the wiper arm.
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2. Slightly rotate the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.
3. Disengage the wiper blade from the
wiper arm.
4. Remove the wiper blade.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has
many quality products available to clean
your vehicle and protect its finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42)
Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner
(ZC-15)
Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A)
Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24)
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20)
Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada
only) (CXC-66-A)
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada
only) (CXC-101)
Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-100)
Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield
Washer Fluid (Canada only) [CXC-37-(A,
B, D or F)]
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash
Concentrates (U.S. only) (ZC-32-A1 or
ZC-32-B1)
Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet
& Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S.
only) (ZC-14)
Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner
(ZC-23)
Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only)
(CXC-93)
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner
(ZC-37-A)
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, such as Motorcraft® Detail
Wash.
• Never use strong household detergents
or soap, such as dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the
touch” or during exposure to strong,
direct sunlight.
• Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel in order to eliminate
water spotting.
• Immediately remove items such as
gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and
insect deposits because they can cause
damage to your vehicle’s paintwork
and trim over time. Use Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.
• Remove any exterior accessories, such
as antennas, before entering a car
wash.
Note:Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage any painted surface; if these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash off as soon as possible.
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)
Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
wand on the surface or edge of stripes and
graphics. This can cause damage to the
film and cause the edge of the film to peel
away from the vehicle surface.
Exterior Chrome
Note:Never use abrasive materials such as
steel wool or plastic pads as they can
scratch the chrome surface.
Note:Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel
covers
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