2020 FORD ESCAPE tow bar

If the sensors become blocked, a message
may appear in the information display. See
Information Messages (page 117). The
alert indicators remain illuminated but the
system does not alert you.
System Errors
If the system detects a fault, a warning
lamp illuminates and a message displays.
See
Information Messages (page 117).
Switching the System On and Off
You can switch the system off using the
information display.
See General
Information (page 110). When you switch
the system off, a warning lamp illuminates
and a message displays. When you switch
the system on or off, the alert indicators
flash twice.
Note: The system remembers the last
setting when you start your vehicle.
Note: The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with a
trailer tow module and tow bar approved
by us, the system turns off when you attach
a trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.
To permanently switch the system off,
contact an authorized dealer. CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT WARNING:
Do not use the cross
traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The
cross traffic alert system is not a
replacement for careful driving. WARNING:
The system may not
operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due
care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash.
The system alerts you of vehicles
approaching from the sides behind your
vehicle when you shift into reverse (R).
Using Cross Traffic Alert
The system detects vehicles that approach
at a speed between
4 mph (6 km/h) and
37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases
when the sensors are partially, mostly or
fully obstructed. Slowly reversing helps
increase the coverage area and
effectiveness.
The system turns on when you start the
engine and you shift into reverse (R). The
system turns off when you shift out of
reverse (R).
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Zone coverage also decreases when
parking at narrow angles. The sensor on
the left-hand side is mostly obstructed and
zone coverage on that side is severely
reduced.
Cross Traffic Alert System Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.
Note:
Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.
Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note: Blocked sensors could affect system
performance.
If the sensors are blocked, a message may
appear in the information display when
you shift into reverse (R).
Cross Traffic Alert System
Limitations
The system may not correctly operate
when any of the following occur:
• The sensors are blocked.
• Adjacently parked vehicles or objects
are obstructing the sensors.
• Vehicles approach at speeds less than
4 mph (6 km/h) or greater than 37 mph
(60 km/h).
• The vehicle speed is greater than 7 mph
(12 km/h)
.
• You reverse out of an angled parking
space. Cross Traffic Alert Behavior When
Trailer is Attached
Note:
The system may not correctly operate
when towing a trailer. For vehicles with an
approved trailer tow module and tow bar,
the system turns off when you attach a
trailer. For vehicles with an aftermarket
trailer tow module or tow bar, we
recommend that you switch the system off
when you attach a trailer.
Cross traffic alert remains on when you
attach a trailer in vehicles that come with
blind spot information system with trailer
tow under the following conditions:
• You connect a trailer.
• The trailer is a bike rack or cargo rack
with a maximum length of
3 ft (1 m).
• You set the trailer length to
3 ft (1 m)
in the information display.
See
Blind Spot Information System
(page 255).
Switching the System On and Off
To switch the system on or off, adjust the
setting. Depending on your vehicle options,
the setting could be in the following:
• Information display.
See General
Information (page 110).
• Touchscreen. See Settings (page 468).
Note: The system turns on every time you
switch the ignition on. To permanently
switch the system off, contact an authorized
dealer.
Cross Traffic Alert Indicator When the system detects an
approaching vehicle, a tone
sounds, a warning lamp
illuminates in the relevant exterior mirror
and arrows appear in the information
display to show which side the
approaching vehicle is coming from.
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3. Detach the retaining cord on the
luggage compartment trim panel.
Note: Support the luggage cover when
detaching the retaining clips.
4. Lift the luggage cover out of the liftgate.
Stowing the Luggage Cover
The luggage cover can be stowed in the
luggage compartment.
Installing the Luggage Cover
1. Insert the luggage cover. 2. Attach the retaining cord to the
luggage compartment trim panel. 3. Insert the retaining clips into the
litfgate trim panel.
Note: Make sure to support the luggage
cover when inserting the retaining clips.
ROOF RACKS AND LOAD
CARRIERS (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING:
When loading the roof
racks, we recommend you evenly
distribute the load, as well as maintain
a low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles,
with higher centers of gravity, may
handle differently than unloaded
vehicles. Take extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased stopping
distance, when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle.
For correct roof rack system function, you
must place loads directly on crossbars
affixed to the roof rack side rails. When
using the roof rack system, we recommend
you use Ford Genuine Accessory crossbars
designed specifically for your vehicle.
Note: Do not use crossbars with a
moonroof. This will interfere with the
moonroof function. Using crossbars with a
moonroof may void your vehicle's warranty.
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ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Your fuel economy is affected by several
things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under, and how you
maintain your vehicle.
You may improve your fuel economy by
keeping these things in mind:
•
Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
moderate fashion.
• Drive at steady speeds without
stopping.
• Anticipate stops; slowing down may
eliminate the need to stop.
• Combine errands and minimize
stop-and-go driving.
• Close the windows for high-speed
driving.
• Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling
at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less
fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105
km/h]).
• Keep the tires properly inflated and use
only the recommended size.
• Use the recommended engine oil.
• Perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance.
Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
economy:
• Sudden accelerations or hard
accelerations.
• Revving the engine before turning it off.
• Idle for periods longer than one minute.
• Warm up your vehicle on cold
mornings.
• Use the air conditioner or front
defroster.
• Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
• Rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. •
Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a
trailer.
• Carry unnecessary weight
(approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is
lost for every 400 lb [180 kilogram] of
weight carried).
• Driving with the wheels out of
alignment.
Conditions
• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
trailer may reduce fuel economy at any
speed.
• Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
rollbars, light bars, running boards, ski
racks or luggage racks) may reduce
fuel economy.
• To maximize the fuel economy, drive
with the tonneau cover installed (if
equipped).
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 5–10 mi
(12 –16 km) of driving.
• Driving on flat terrain offers improved
fuel economy as compared to driving
on hilly terrain.
• 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.
BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for
approximately
300 mi (480 km). During
this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
unusual driving characteristics.
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Action and Description
Menu Item
Selecting this button allows you to enable and edit alerts. See
Settings (page 468).
Memory Presets
To set a preset, tune to the station then
press and hold one of the memory preset
buttons. The audio mutes briefly while the
system saves the station and returns once
the station is stored. You may be able to add additional preset
pages using the settings option on the
feature bar.
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. See
Settings
(page 468).
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Reception Factors and Troubleshooting Potential Reception Issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear
of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
materials as far away from the antenna as possible.
Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunder-
storms can interfere with your reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating tower,
a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and the audio
system may mute.
Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING... to indicate the interfer-
ence and the audio system may mute.
Satellite radio signal
interference
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Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........85
Rear Camera Washer......................................... 85
Rear Window Washer......................................... 85
Rear Window Wiper............................................ 85
Recommended Towing Weights............277
Refueling - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)..........................................185
Refueling System Overview........................... 185
Refueling System Warning.............................. 187
Refueling Your Vehicle...................................... 185
Refueling - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)..........................................................187
Fuel Filler Door Manual Override Lever................................................................... 189
System Warnings............................................... 189
Remote Control..............................................54 Car Finder................................................................ 58
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 54
Intelligent Access Key......................................... 55
Linking a Preset Position to Your Remote Control or Intelligent Access Key..............60
Memory Feature................................................... 60
Remote Start......................................................... 59
Replacing the Battery......................................... 56
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 58
Remote Start..................................................147 Automatic Settings............................................ 147
Heated and Cooled Features.......................... 147
Last Settings......................................................... 147
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............340
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................16
Collision Repairs.................................................... 16
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................. 16
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................... 16
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
............................................................60
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
..............................................................302
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
..............................................................302
Resuming the Set Speed..........................238 Resuming the Set Speed from a Complete
Stop.................................................................... 245Roadside Assistance
..................................287
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 288
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance................................... 287
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance................................... 287
Roadside Emergencies..............................287
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
................269
Adjusting the Crossbars.................................. 270
Maximum Recommended Load Amounts........................................................... 270
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................. 284
Running Out of Fuel....................................183 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 184
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 183
S
Safety Canopy ™
............................................49
Safety Precautions.......................................182
Satellite Radio...............................................414 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................. 415
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............415
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service.................. 415
Troubleshooting.................................................. 416
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........494
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................486
Seatbelt Extensions.......................................41
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................38
Seatbelt Reminder........................................39 Seatbelt Status.................................................... 40
Seatbelts...........................................................35 Principle of Operation......................................... 35
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
..............................................................39
Conditions of operation..................................... 39
Seats.................................................................148
Security..............................................................76
Selecting a Drive Mode.............................266
Settings...........................................................468 911 Assist.............................................................. 468
Ambient Lighting............................................... 469
Audio
...................................................................... 468
Automatic Updates.......................................... 469
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