2015 FORD ESCAPE charging

Battery and Charging System
Action
Message
Indicator
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do soand switch off the ignition. Contact your authorized dealer.
Red
Electrical system over-
voltage Stop safely
Displays to warn of a low battery condition.
Turn off all unneeded electrical accessories. Contact your authorized dealer.
Amber
Battery low See manual
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System Action
Message
Indicator
Message
Displayed when the blind spot information
system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information
System (page 162).
Amber
BLIS Low visibility See
manual
Displayed when a fault with the system has
occurred. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Amber
BLIS: X sensor fault
Service required
Displayed when the system is not available dueto trailer use. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 162).
Amber
BLIS not available Trailer
attached
Displayed when the system detects a vehicle.See
Blind Spot Information System (page
162).
Amber
Cross Traffic Vehicle
coming from X
Displayed when the blind spot information
system and cross traffic alert system sensors are blocked. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 162).
Amber
Cross Traffic Sensor
blocked See manual
Displays when the system requires service dueto a malfunction. Contact your authorized dealer.
Amber
Cross Traffic fault
Service required
Displayed when the system is not available dueto trailer use. See
Blind Spot Information
System (page 162).
-
Cross Traffic disabled
Trailer attached
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12 Volt DC Power Point
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:
If you use this feature when the
engine is not running, then the battery
discharges. There may be insufficient power
to restart your engine.
Note: Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point. This
damages the outlet and blows 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
discharging:
• 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 in park
(P) for extended periods of time. Locations
You may find power points:
•
On the center console.
• Inside the center console storage bin.
• On the rear of the center console (12V
or 110V AC).
• In the rear cargo area.
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. Doing so may 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 turns off when you
switch the ignition off or the battery voltage
drops below 11 volts. You can use the power point for powering
electrical devices that require up to 150
watts. The power point is on the rear of the
center console.
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Calculating Fuel Economy
Do not measure fuel economy during the
first 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) of
driving (this is your engine
’s break-in
period); a more accurate measurement is
obtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles
(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,
fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuel
gauge readings are not accurate ways to
measure fuel economy.
1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record
the initial odometer reading.
2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added.
3. After at least three to five tank fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current
odometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading.
5. Calculate fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used (For
Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then
divide by kilometers traveled).
Keep a record for at least one month and
record the type of driving (city or highway).
This provides an accurate estimate of the
vehicle ’s fuel economy under current
driving conditions. Additionally, keeping
records during summer and winter show
how temperature impacts fuel economy.
In general, lower temperatures mean lower
fuel economy.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNINGS
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle
in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system,
which can start a fire. WARNINGS
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes. Your vehicle is equipped with various
emission control components and a
catalytic converter that will enable your
vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards. To make sure that the
catalytic converter and other emission
control components continue to work
properly:
•
Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Avoid running out of fuel.
• Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high
speeds.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraft
or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance
replacements, or for service of
components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be the
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system warning light or
the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,
strange odors, smoke or loss of engine
power could indicate that the emission
control system is not working properly.
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We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
General
•
Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
• Protect from sunlight, if possible.
• If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Body
• Wash your vehicle thoroughly to
remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from
exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing
and the underside of front fenders.
• Periodically wash your vehicle if it is
stored in exposed locations.
• Touch-up exposed or primed metal to
prevent rust.
• Cover chrome and stainless steel parts
with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent
discoloration. Re-wax as necessary
when you wash your vehicle.
• Lubricate all hood, door and luggage
compartment hinges and latches with
a light grade oil.
• Cover interior trim to prevent fading.
• Keep all rubber parts free from oil and
solvents. Engine
•
Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
• Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
• With your foot on the brake, shift
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
Fuel system
• Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
• Protect against freezing temperatures.
• When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
• Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
• If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
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Information....................................................370
911 Assist............................................................... 376
Alerts....................................................................... 376
Calendar................................................................ 376
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 373
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................... 371
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only).................................................... 378
Information Messages.................................93
Airbag....................................................................... 94
Alarm........................................................................\
94
Automatic Engine Shutdown.......................... 94
Battery and Charging System......................... 95
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 95
Doors........................................................................\
96
Engine...................................................................... 96
Hill Start Assist...................................................... 97
Keyless Vehicle...................................................... 97
Lighting.................................................................... 98
Maintenance.......................................................... 98
Message indicator................................................ 93
MyKey....................................................................... 98
Park Aid................................................................... 99
Park Brake............................................................... 99
Power Steering.................................................... 100
Starting System ................................................. 100
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................. 102
Traction Control.................................................. 102
Transmission and Four-Wheel Drive..........100
Installing Child Seats....................................20 Child Seats.............................................................. 20
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 23
Using Tether Straps............................................. 25
Instrument Cluster
........................................84
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................75
Vehicles With Front Fog Lamps...................... 75
Vehicles Without Front Fog Lamps...............76
Interior Lamps
..................................................77
Front Interior Lamp ............................................. 77
Rear Interior Lamp................................................ 77
Interior Mirror
...................................................82
Auto-Dimming Mirror.......................................... 82
Introduction.........................................................7 J
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................191
Connecting the Jumper Cables...................... 191
Jump Starting....................................................... 192
Preparing Your Vehicle....................................... 191
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 192
K
Keyless Entry
....................................................65
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 65
Keyless Starting.............................................125 Ignition Modes..................................................... 126
Keys and Remote Controls
........................48
Principle of Operation........................................ 48
L
Lighting Control
...............................................74
Headlamp Flasher................................................ 74
High Beams............................................................. 74
Lighting...............................................................74
Load Carriers See: Roof Racks and Load Carriers.............169
Load Carrying.................................................168
Load Limit
........................................................170
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles.............................................................. 177
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 170
Locking and Unlocking
.................................58
Activating Intelligent Access ........................... 59
Autolock.................................................................. 60
Battery Saver.......................................................... 61
Illuminated Entry................................................... 61
Illuminated Exit...................................................... 61
Mechanical Key..................................................... 59
Opening a Rear Door from Inside................... 59
Power Door Locks................................................ 58
Remote Control.................................................... 58
Smart Unlocks For Integrated Keyhead Transmitter........................................................ 60
Smart Unlocks For Intelligent Access Keys ........................................................................\
....... 60
Locks...................................................................58
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