2020 FORD ESCAPE maintenance

5. Support the hood with the strut.
Closing the Hood
1. Remove the strut from the catch and
secure it correctly in the clip.
2. Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last
10– 14 in (25– 35 cm).
Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly
closed.
Warning Lamps and Indicators Illuminates when the ignition is
on and the hood is not
completely closed.
Information Messages Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and
close the hood.
Hood Ajar
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 1.5L ECOBOOST™
Windshield washer fluid. See Washer Fluid Check (page 329).
A
Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 321).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 317).
C
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 317).
D
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 325).
E
Battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 326).
F
Power distribution box. See
Changing a Fuse (page 310).
G
Air filter. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 319).
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.0L ECOBOOST™
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 329).
A
Engine coolant reservoir. See
Engine Coolant Check (page 321).
B
Engine oil dipstick. See
Engine Oil Dipstick (page 317).
C
Engine oil filler cap. See
Engine Oil Check (page 317).
D
Brake fluid reservoir. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 325).
E
Battery. See
Changing the 12V Battery (page 326).
F
Power distribution box. See
Fuse Specification Chart (page 304).
G
Air filter assembly. See
Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 319).
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 2.5L, HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(HEV)/PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE (PHEV)
Windshield washer fluid reservoir: See Washer Fluid Check (page 329).
A
Low temp coolant cap:
See Engine Coolant Check (page 321).
B
High temp coolant cap:
See Engine Coolant Check (page 321).
C
Engine oil filler cap:
See Engine Oil Check (page 317).
D
Engine oil dipstick:
See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 317).
E
Brake fluid reservoir:
See Brake Fluid Check (page 325).
F
Power distribution box:
See Fuses (page 304).
G
Air filter assembly:
See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 319).
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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
Minimum.
A
Maximum.
B
ENGINE OIL CHECK
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
1. Make sure the parking brake is on. Make
sure the transmission is in park (P) or
neutral (N).
2. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
3. Make sure that your vehicle is on level ground.
4. Switch the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil
pan. Checking the engine oil level too
soon after you switch the engine off
may result in an inaccurate reading.
5. Open the hood. See Opening and
Closing the Hood (page 312).
6. Remove the dipstick and wipe it with a clean, lint-free cloth. See
Under
Hood Overview (page 314).
7. Reinstall the dipstick and remove it again to check the oil level. See Under
Hood Overview
(page 314). 8.
Make sure that the oil level is between
the maximum and minimum marks. If
the oil level is at the minimum mark,
add oil immediately. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 383).
9. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
Note: Do not remove the dipstick when the
engine is running.
Note: If the oil level is between the
maximum and minimum marks, the oil level
is acceptable. Do not add oil.
Note: The oil consumption of new engines
reaches its normal level after approximately
3,000 mi (5,000 km)
.
Adding Engine Oil WARNING: Do not remove the filler
cap when the engine is running.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
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Only use oils certified for gasoline engines
by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
An oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards and
fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricants Specification
Advisory Committee (ILSAC).
To top up the engine oil level do the
following:
1. Clean the area surrounding the engine
oil filler cap before you remove it.
2. Remove the engine oil filler cap. See Under Hood Overview (page 314).
Turn it counterclockwise and remove
it.
3. Add engine oil that meets our specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 383). You may
have to use a funnel to pour the engine
oil into the opening.
4. Recheck the oil level.
5. If the oil level is correct, replace the dipstick and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Replace the engine oil filler cap. Turn it clockwise until you feel a strong
resistance.
Note: Do not add oil further than the
maximum mark. Oil levels above the
maximum mark may cause engine damage.
Note: Make sure you install the oil filler cap
correctly.
Note: Soak up any spillage with an
absorbent cloth immediately.
OIL CHANGE INDICATOR
RESET
Use the information display controls on
the steering wheel to reset the oil change
indicator. From the main menu scroll to: Action and description
Message
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Settings
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Vehicle
Press the right arrow button,
then from this menu scroll
to the following message.
Oil Life
Press and hold the
OK
button until the instrument
cluster displays the
following message.
Hold OK to
Reset
Reset Successful
When the oil change indic-
ator resets the instrument
cluster displays 100%.
Remaining Life
{00}%
If the instrument cluster
displays one of the following
messages, repeat the
process.
Not Reset
Reset Cancelled
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CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - EXCLUDING: HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV)/
PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (PHEV)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
When changing the air filter element, use
only parts that meet or exceed our
specifications.
For EcoBoost equipped vehicles: When
servicing the air cleaner, it is important that
no foreign material enter the air induction
system. The engine and turbocharger are
susceptible to damage from even small
particles.
Change the air filter element at the proper
interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 486).
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter
element may result in severe engine
damage. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if the
correct air filter element is not used. 1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp
on the air filter housing cover.
2. Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
3. Release the two clips from the air filter
housing cover.
4. Remove the air filter housing cover.
5. Remove the air filter element from the
air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing assembly to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and to make sure you
have a good seal. 7. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing
and cover. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine if it is not properly
seated.
8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.
10. Reconnect the boot to the air filter housing cover and tighten securely.
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CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 2.5L, HYBRID
ELECTRIC VEHICLE (HEV)/
PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (PHEV)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn
injuries, do not start your engine with the
air cleaner removed and do not remove
it while the engine is running.
When changing the air filter element, use
only parts that meet or exceed our
specifications.
Change the air filter element at the proper
interval. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 486).
Note: If you do not use the correct air filter
element, your vehicle warranty may be void. 1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp
on air filter housing cover.
2. Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
3. Release the two clips from the air filter
housing cover.
4. Remove air filter housing cover. 5.
Remove the air filter element from the
air filter housing.
6. Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing assembly to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and to make sure you
have a good seal. 7. Install a new air filter element. Be
careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing
and cover. This could cause filter
damage and allow unfiltered air to
enter the engine if it is not properly
seated.
8. Install the air filter housing cover.
9. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.
10. Reconnect the boot to the air filter housing cover and tighten securely.
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