2019 FORD ESCAPE traction control

Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and
adversely affect the way your vehicle
handles.
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.
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For restaurants, cityseeker can provide
information such as star rating, average
cost, review, handicap access, hours of
operation, and website address.
For hotels, cityseeker can provide
information such as star rating, price
category, review, check-in and checkout
times, hotel service icons and website
address. Hotel service icons include:
•
Restaurant
• Business center
• Handicap facilities
• Laundry
• Refrigerator
• 24 hour room service
• Fitness center
• Internet access
• Pool
• Wi-Fi
Attractions include nearby landmarks,
amusement parks, historic buildings and
more. cityseeker can provide information
such as star rating, reviews, hour of
operation and admission price.
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link (If
Equipped)
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link is available
on vehicles equipped with navigation and
only in select markets. You must activate
and subscribe to receive SiriusXM Traffic
and Travel Link information. It helps you
locate the best gas prices, find movie
listings, get current traffic alerts, view the
weather map, get accurate ski conditions
and see current sports scores. See Apps
(page 414). The system calculates a reasonable
efficient route based on available speed
limits, traffic, and road conditions. You may
know a local short cut that is more efficient
at a given time than the route provided by
SYNC 3, but you should expect a slight
difference in minutes or miles with the
SYNC 3 route.
Navigation Map Updates
Annual navigation map updates are
available for purchase through your
dealership, by calling 1-866-462-8837 in
the United States and Canada or
01-800-557-5539 in Mexico. You can also
visit:
Website
www.navigation.com/sync
You need to specify the make and model
of your vehicle to determine if there is an
update available.
HERE is the digital map provider for the
navigation application. If you find map data
errors, you may report them directly to
HERE by going to
www.here.com/mapcreator. HERE
evaluates all reported map errors and
responds with the result of their
investigation by e-mail.
Map coverage includes the USA (including
Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands),
Canada and Mexico.
APPS
The system enables voice, steering wheel,
and touch screen control of SYNC 3
AppLink enabled smartphone apps.
Once an app is running through AppLink,
you can control main features of the app
through voice commands and steering
wheel controls.
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(If Equipped)

SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow
instructions:
•
Before using your SYNC® system, read
and follow all instructions and safety
information provided in this end user
manual ("Owner Guide".) Not
following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident
or other serious injuries.
General Operation
• Voice Command Control: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully. •
Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a
substitute for your personal judgment.
Any route suggestions made by this
system should never replace any local
traffic regulations or your personal
judgment or knowledge of safe driving
practices.
• Route Safety: Do not follow the route
suggestions if doing so would result in
an unsafe or illegal maneuver, if you
would be placed in an unsafe situation,
or if you would be directed into an area
that you consider unsafe. The driver is
ultimately responsible for the safe
operation of the vehicle and therefore,
must evaluate whether it is safe to
follow the suggested directions.
• Potential Map Inaccuracy:
Maps
used by this system may be inaccurate
because of changes in roads, traffic
controls or driving conditions. Always
use good judgment and common sense
when following the suggested routes.
• Emergency Services:
Do not rely on
any navigation features included in the
system to route you to emergency
services. Ask local authorities or an
emergency services operator for these
locations. Not all emergency services
such as police, fire stations, hospitals
and clinics are likely to be contained in
the map database for such navigation
features.
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Getting the Services You Need...............226
Away From Home.............................................. 226
H
Hazard Flashers............................................222
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 259
Headlamp Exit Delay
...................................80
Headrest See: Head Restraints.......................................... 118
Head Restraints
.............................................118
Folding the Rear Seat Outermost Head
Restraint............................................................ 120
Installing the Head Restraint......................... 120
Lowering the Head Restraint......................... 120
Raising the Head Restraint............................. 120
Removing the Head Restraint....................... 120
Tilting the Front Seat Head Restraint.........120
Heated Exterior Mirrors................................116
Heated Rear Window...................................116
Heated Seats
..................................................124
Heated Steering Wheel................................74
Heated Windshield
.......................................116
Windshield Wiper De-Icer................................ 116
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
Hill Start Assist
..............................................165
Switching the System On and Off...............166
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 166
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................113
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................. 115
General Hints......................................................... 113
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 115
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 114
Recommended Settings for Cooling............115
Recommended Settings for Heating...........114
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................163
Home Screen................................................383
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........244
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................134 In California (U.S. Only).............................227
Information Display Control.......................74
Information Displays
.....................................95
General Information............................................ 95
Information Messages
.................................98
Airbag....................................................................... 99
Alarm........................................................................\
99
Automatic Engine Shutdown.......................... 99
Auto Start-Stop.................................................. 100
Battery and Charging System....................... 100
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System..................................................... 101
Collision Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)................................................. 102
Doors....................................................................... 102
Engine..................................................................... 103
Four-Wheel Drive............................................... 103
Hill Start Assist................................................... 104
Keyless Vehicle.................................................... 104
Lighting.................................................................. 105
Maintenance........................................................ 105
Message Indicator............................................... 98
MyKey..................................................................... 105
Park Aid.................................................................. 106
Park Brake............................................................. 106
Power Steering.................................................... 107
Remote Start........................................................ 107
Starting System .................................................. 107
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................108
Traction Control.................................................. 108
Trailer...................................................................... 108
Transmission........................................................ 109
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Restraints..................................................... 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts......................... 22
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 24
Using Tether Straps............................................. 26
Instrument Cluster
........................................90
Instrument Lighting Dimmer......................79
Instrument Panel
............................................18
Instrument Panel Overview.............................. 18
Interior Lamps
.................................................83
Front Interior Lamps........................................... 83
Rear Interior Lamps............................................. 83
Interior Mirror...................................................88 Automatic Dimming Mirror.............................. 88
Manual Dimming Mirror.................................... 88
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Wi-Fi & Hotspot..................................................
427
Side Airbags.....................................................45
Side Sensing System...................................172 Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 173
Sitting in the Correct Position...................118
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 291
Spare Wheel See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 295
Special Notices
................................................14
New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 14
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 15
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector............................................................ 15
Special Instructions.............................................. 14
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............15
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow...........15
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................453
Exceptions............................................................ 455
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 184
Stability Control
............................................168
Principle of Operation...................................... 168
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 134
Starting a Gasoline Engine
........................135
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 136
Failure to Start..................................................... 136
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................137
Important Ventilating Information...............137
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 137
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 137
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 135
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 135
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........134 General Information.......................................... 134
Steering............................................................201 Electric Power Steering.................................... 201
Steering Wheel
................................................72
Storage Compartments.............................133
Sunroof See: Moonroof...................................................... 88
Sun Visors.........................................................88 Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 88Supplementary Restraints System..........41
Principle of Operation......................................... 41
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3..........................................................371
General Information........................................... 371
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.....................430
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................349
911 Assist............................................................... 349
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 351
SYNC™............................................................333 General Information......................................... 333
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................363
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............301
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................228
Tire Care...........................................................277
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 278
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 277
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 279
Temperature A B C............................................ 278
Traction AA A B C................................................ 277
Treadwear............................................................. 277
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............291 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 293
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 293
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 275
Towing a Trailer...............................................211 Load Placement................................................... 211
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels...........................................................216
Emergency Towing............................................. 216
Recreational Towing.......................................... 216
Towing................................................................211
Traction Control
.............................................167
Principle of Operation....................................... 167
Trailer Sway Control.....................................212
Transmission Code Designation
............307
Transmission..................................................154
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Transporting the Vehicle...........................225
Trip Computer.................................................98
All Value.................................................................. 98
Average Fuel.......................................................... 98
Digital Speedo...................................................... 98
Distance to E.......................................................... 98
Instantaneous Fuel............................................. 98
Resetting the Trip Computer........................... 98
Trip Odometer....................................................... 98
Trip Timer................................................................ 98
U
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™.................................................246
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™..................................................247
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L
...................248
Unique Driving Characteristics................139
Universal Garage Door Opener...............126 HomeLink Wireless Control System............126
USB Port..........................................................332
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................185 Automatic Cancellation................................... 188
Blocked Sensor................................................... 189
Canceling the Set Speed................................. 188
Changing the Set Speed................................. 188
Detection Issues................................................. 188
Following a Vehicle............................................ 186
Hilly Condition Usage....................................... 188
Overriding the Set Speed................................. 187
Resuming the Set Speed................................ 188
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Speed.............186
Setting the Gap Distance................................. 187
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control Off....................................................................... 188
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On........................................................................\
186
Switching to Normal Cruise Control...........190
System Not Available....................................... 189
Using Cruise Control...................................184 Canceling the Set Speed................................. 185
Changing the Set Speed.................................. 184
Resuming the Set Speed................................. 185
Setting the Cruise Speed................................ 184
Switching Cruise Control Off......................... 185
Switching Cruise Control On.......................... 184Using Four-Wheel Drive
.............................158
Driving in Special Conditions With
Four-Wheel Drive.......................................... 158
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................58
Using Snow Chains......................................291
Using Stability Control
...............................169
Using Summer Tires...................................290
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................354
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............358
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 360
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 354
Media Menu Features....................................... 357
Media Voice Commands................................. 355
USB 2..................................................................... 360
Voice Commands for Audio Sources..........361
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............337 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 342
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 345
Bluetooth Devices............................................. 346
Making Calls......................................................... 341
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............338
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 339
Phone Options during an Active Call..........341
Phone Voice Commands................................ 339
Receiving Calls..................................................... 341
System Settings................................................. 347
Text Messaging................................................... 343
Using Traction Control
................................167
Switching the System Off................................ 167
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 167
Using a Switch..................................................... 167
Using the Information Display Controls............................................................. 167
Using Voice Recognition
...........................335
Audio Voice Commands................................. 385
Climate Voice Commands............................. 386
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 335
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 389
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 388
Phone Voice Commands............................... 386
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 389
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System Interaction and Feedback..............336
Voice Settings Commands............................
390
Using Winter Tires.......................................290
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................229
V
Vehicle Care...................................................267 General Information.......................................... 267
Vehicle Certification Label.......................307
Vehicle Identification Number...............306
Vehicle Storage.............................................272
Battery.................................................................... 273
Body........................................................................\
272
Brakes..................................................................... 273
Cooling system.................................................... 273
Engine..................................................................... 273
Fuel system.......................................................... 273
General................................................................... 272
Miscellaneous...................................................... 273
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 273
Tires........................................................................\
. 273
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number...........306
Voice Control....................................................73
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................91 Adaptive Cruise Control..................................... 92
Airbag - Front......................................................... 92
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 92
Auto Start-Stop.................................................... 92
Battery...................................................................... 92
Blind Spot Monitor............................................... 92
Brake System......................................................... 92
Cruise Control........................................................ 92
Direction Indicator................................................ 92
Electric Park Brake............................................... 93
Engine Oil................................................................ 93
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................... 93
Fog Lamps - Front............................................... 93
High Beam.............................................................. 93
Information............................................................. 93
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 93Low Tire Pressure Warning...............................
93
Parking Lamps...................................................... 93
Service Engine Soon........................................... 93
Traction and Stability Control......................... 94
Traction and Stability Control Off.................94
Washer Fluid Check....................................256
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 267
See: Wipers and Washers.................................. 75
Waxing.............................................................269
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 295
Wheels and Tires..........................................275 General Information.......................................... 275
Technical Specifications................................ 300
Windows and Mirrors...................................85
Windshield Washers
......................................76
Front Camera Washer......................................... 76
Windshield Wipers
.........................................75
Intermittent Wipe................................................. 75
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 75
Winter Tires See: Using Winter Tires................................... 290
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 258
Wipers and Washers.....................................75
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