2018 FORD ESCAPE FRONT BRAKE

•
Transmissions give their best fuel
economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure
on the gas pedal.
• Four-wheel-drive operation (if
equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING: Do not drive through
flowing or deep water as you may lose
control of your vehicle.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle. When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction may
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so: •
Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
• Check that the horn works.
• Check that the exterior lights work.
• Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
FLOOR MATS WARNING: Use a floor mat designed
to fit the footwell of your vehicle that does
not obstruct the pedal area. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle, personal
injury or death. WARNING:
Pedals that cannot
move freely can cause loss of vehicle
control and increase the risk of serious
personal injury. WARNING:
Secure the floor mat to
both retention devices so that it cannot
slip out of position and interfere with the
pedals. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death. WARNING:
Do not place additional
floor mats or any other covering on top of
the original floor mats. This could result in
the floor mat interfering with the operation
of the pedals. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. WARNING:
Always make sure that
objects cannot fall into the driver foot well
while your vehicle is moving. Objects that
are loose can become trapped under the
pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.
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Protected Component
Fuse Rating
Fuse or Relay
Number
Anti-lock brake system and electronic
stability program pump.
50A 1
F7
Electronic stability program valve.
30A 1
F8
Cooling fan (600 Watt)
40A 1
F9
Cooling fan (390 Watt and 750 Watt).
50A 1
Heater blower motor.
40A 1
F10
Body control module power feed.
30A 1
F11
Voltage quality module.
Powertrain control module relay.
30A 1
F12
Starter relay.
30A 1
F13
Cooling fan (600 Watt and 750 Watt).
25A 1
F14
Front cigar lighter or power outlet.
20A 1
F15
Front power window (without door control
unit).
25A 1
F16
Cooling fan (600 Watt).
40A 1
F17
Cooling fan (750 Watt).
50A 1
Center power outlet.
20A 1
F18
Anti-lock brake system and electronic
stability program 15 feed.
5A 2
F19
Horn.
15A 2
F20
Stop light switch.
5A 2
F21
Battery monitor system.
15A 2
F22
Relay coils.
5A 2
F23
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4. Gently pull the lamp assembly away
from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
6. Remove the turn signal bulb by turning
the lower bulb socket
counterclockwise. Gently pull the bulb
straight out of the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing Reverse Lamp Assembly
For bulb replacement, see your authorized
dealer.
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb 1. Carefully release the spring clip.
2. Remove the lamp.
3. Remove the bulb.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb.
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp
Bulb
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED
center high-mount stop lamp located in
the spoiler. It is designed to last the life of
the vehicle. If replacement is required, see
your authorized dealer.
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized
“D.O.T.” for
North America to ensure lamp
performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will
not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide
quality bulb burn time. Trade number
Function
9005LL
Headlamps high beam (Halogen Reflector)
H9
Headlamps high beam (Halogen Protector)
H1
* Headlamps cornering (HID)
H11LL
Headlamp low beam (Halogen Reflector)
9005HL+
Headlamp low beam (Halogen Protector)
D3S
* Headlamp low beam (HID)
168
Sidemarker - front
7444NA
Turn lamp - front (with fog lamp)
W21/5W
Turn lamp - front (without fog lamp)
H11
Fog lamps
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REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE
Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to
match your vehicle
’s color. Your vehicle
color code is printed on a sticker on the
front, left-hand side door jamb. Take your
color code to your authorized dealer to
make sure you get the correct color.
Before repairing minor paint damage, use
a cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.
Always read the instructions before using
cleaning products.
CLEANING THE WHEELS (If
Equipped)
1. Regularly clean them with a wheel cleaner. We recommend that you use
Ford approved wheel cleaner if
available.
2. Remove dirt and brake dust with a sponge.
3. Remove tar and grease with a bug and
tar remover. We recommend that you
use Ford approved bug and tar remover
if available.
4. Thoroughly rinse the wheels with water
after cleaning.
If you intend on parking your vehicle for an
extended period after cleaning the wheels
with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for
a few minutes before doing so. This
reduces the risk of corrosion of the brake
discs, brake pads and linings.
Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.
Note: Some car washes could damage
wheel rims and covers. Note:
Using non-recommended cleaners,
harsh cleaning products, chrome wheel
cleaners or abrasive materials could
damage wheel rims and covers.
VEHICLE STORAGE
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make
sure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
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.
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USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Snow tires must be the
same size, load index, speed rating as
those originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and traction devices
• If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle
• Purchase chains or cables from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions.
• Use 10 mm cables or chains only on
front axle with 235/55R17 tires.
• Not all S-class snow chains or cables
meet these restrictions. Chains of this
size restriction will include a tensioning
device.
• The snow chains or cables must be
mounted in pairs on the front axle.
• Do not use chains or cables on
235/50R18 and 235/45R19 tires.
• Install cables securely, verifying that
the cables do not touch any wiring,
brake lines or fuel lines. •
When driving with tire cables do not
exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or the
maximum speed recommended by the
chain manufacturer, whichever is less.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables
rub or bang against the vehicle, stop
and retighten them. If this does not
work, remove the cables to prevent
vehicle damage.
• Remove the cables when they are no
longer needed. Do not use cables on
dry roads.
If you have any questions regarding snow
chains or cables, please contact your
authorized dealer.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM WARNING:
The tire pressure
monitoring system is not a substitute for
manually checking tire pressures. You
should periodically check tire pressures
using a pressure gauge. Failure to correctly
maintain tire pressures could increase the
risk of tire failure, loss of control, vehicle
rollover and personal injury.
Note: You should only use tire sealants in
roadside emergencies as they may cause
damage to the tire pressure monitoring
system sensor.
Note: If the tire pressure monitoring system
sensor becomes damaged, it may not
function.
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ELECTROMAGNETIC
COMPATIBILITY
WARNING: Do not place objects or
mount equipment on or near the airbag
cover, on the side of the seatbacks (of the
front seats), or in front seat areas that may
come into contact with a deploying airbag.
Failure to follow these instructions may
increase the risk of personal injury in the
event of a crash. WARNING:
Do not fasten antenna
cables to original vehicle wiring, fuel pipes
and brake pipes. WARNING:
Keep antenna and power
cables at least 4 in (10 cm) from any
electronic modules and airbags.
Note: We test and certify your vehicle to
meet electromagnetic compatibility
legislation (UNECE Regulation 10 or other
applicable local requirements). It is your
responsibility to make sure that any
equipment an authorized dealer installs on
your vehicle complies with applicable local
legislation and other requirements.
Note: Any radio frequency transmitter
equipment in your vehicle (such as cellular
telephones and amateur radio transmitters)
must keep to the parameters in the
following table. We do not provide special
provisions or conditions for installations or
use.
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Auto-Start-Stop............................................137
Disabling Auto-Start-Stop............................. 138
Enabling Auto-Start-Stop............................... 137
Autowipers........................................................74 Autowipers Settings............................................ 75
Auxiliary Power Points................................128 110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 128
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 128
Locations............................................................... 128
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 255
Blind Spot Information System..............195
Switching the System Off and On...............196
System Errors....................................................... 196
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 195
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...........195
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........243
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 26
Brake Fluid Check........................................254
Brakes...............................................................160 General Information.......................................... 160
Breaking-In......................................................216
Bulb Specification Chart..........................264
C
Cabin Air Filter
.................................................114
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™................................................308
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................. 311
Specifications..................................................... 309
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................312
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 316
Specifications....................................................... 313
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L.................................................................316
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 320Specifications.......................................................
317
Capacities and Specifications
.................301
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 268
Catalytic Converter......................................148 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 149
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 149
Center Console
..............................................130
Changing a Bulb..........................................260 Cornering Lamp (HID Headlamps) ............262
Lamp Assembly Condensation................... 260
Replacing Fog, Park and Turn Signal Bulbs.................................................................. 262
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs............................ 261
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs................... 262
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 264
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb..........264
Replacing Reverse Lamp Assembly...........264
Replacing Side Marker Bulbs........................ 262
Replacing Turn Signal Bulbs......................... 263
Changing a Fuse............................................241 Fuses....................................................................... 241
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................295
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 295
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 296
Changing the 12V Battery.........................255 Battery Management System....................... 257
Changing the Engine Air Filter................266 Duratec Engines.................................................. 267
EcoBoost Engines............................................. 266
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................258
Front Wiper Blades........................................... 258
Rear Window Wiper Blade............................. 258
Checking MyKey System Status...............56
Checking the Wiper Blades......................257
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance..................................................37
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................27
Child Safety.......................................................18
General Information............................................. 18
Child Safety Locks
.........................................29
Left-Hand Side..................................................... 30
Right-Hand Side................................................... 30
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................272
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Cleaning Products.......................................268
Materials............................................................... 268
Cleaning the Engine....................................270
Cleaning the Exterior..................................268 Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 269
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 269
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 269
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 269
Underbody........................................................... 269
Under Hood......................................................... 269
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens..........................271
Cleaning the Interior.....................................271
Cleaning the Wheels
...................................273
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................270
Clearing All MyKeys
.......................................54
Climate Control............................................108
Collision Warning System.........................199 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION........................... 199
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 250
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......46
Creating a MyKey
...........................................54
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 54
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................196 Blocked Sensors................................................. 198
Switching the System Off and On...............198
System Errors....................................................... 198
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................. 198
System Limitations............................................ 198
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System..........196
Cruise Control
..................................................72
Principle of Operation....................................... 182
Type One.................................................................. 72
Type Two.................................................................. 73
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 182
Customer Assistance.................................225
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording.......................................... 10
Service Data Recording........................................ 9Daytime Running Lamps.............................79
Type One - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)........................................ 79
Type Two - Configurable................................... 79
Digital Radio..................................................332 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 333
Direction Indicators
........................................81
Doors and Locks.............................................59
Driver Alert......................................................189 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION........................... 189
USING DRIVER ALERT..................................... 189
Driver and Passenger Airbags
...................40
Children and Airbags............................................ 41
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment....................................................... 40
Driver Knee Airbag
.........................................45
Driving Aids.....................................................189
Driving Hints
...................................................216
Driving Through Water................................217
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 79
E
Economical Driving
......................................216
Electric Parking Brake..................................161 Applying the Electric Parking brake..............161
Battery With No Charge................................... 163
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake...........162
Electromagnetic Compatibility...............474
Emission Law
..................................................147
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........148
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 147
End User License Agreement..................476 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 476
Engine Block Heater....................................135 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 135
Engine Coolant Check...............................250 Adding Coolant.................................................. 250
Coolant Change.................................................. 252
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 253
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 252
Recycled Coolant............................................... 252
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