2021 FORD ESCAPE wipers

HEADLAMPS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
Headlamps – Frequently Asked
Questions
Why is there condensation in the
headlamps?
Headlamps have vents to
accommodate normal changes in air
pressure. Condensation can be a
natural by-product of this design.
When moist air enters the lamp
assembly through the vents, there is a
possibility that condensation can
occur when the temperature is cold.
When normal condensation occurs, a
fine mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The fine mist eventually clears
and exits through the vents during
normal operation.
How much condensation is
acceptable? The presence of a fine mist, for
example no streaks, drip marks or
large droplets. A fine mist covers less
than 50% of the lens.
How long may it take for the
acceptable condensation to be
cleared? Clearing time may take as long as 48
hours under dry weather conditions.
How much condensation is
unacceptable? A water puddle inside the lamp.
Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.
What should I do if unacceptable
condensation is present? Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible. Why do my headlamps turn off when I
have them switched on when I switch
my vehicle off?
The battery saver turns the headlamps
off after a short period of time after
you switch your vehicle off.
AUTOLAMPS
What Are Autolamps WARNING: The system does not
relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may
need to override the system if it does not
turn the headlamps on in low visibility
conditions, for example daytime fog.
Autolamps turn the headlamps on in low
light situations or when the windshield
wipers operate.
Autolamp Settings
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Lighting.
4. Press
Autolamp Delay.
5. Press a setting.
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Note:
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 to
reduce the risk of increased corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Note: 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.
REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE
FROM STORAGE
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up. •
Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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Automatic Transmission –
Troubleshooting.........................................215
Automatic Transmission – Information Messages.......................................................... 215
Auto-Start-Stop...........................................185 Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting...........186
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators......................185
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions..................185
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting........................................186
Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently Asked Questions.......................................................... 187
Auto-Start-Stop – Information Messages.......................................................... 186
Autounlock.......................................................70 Autounlock Requirements................................ 70
Switching Autounlock On and Off.................70
What Is Autounlock............................................. 70
Autowipers
........................................................92
Adjusting the Sensitivity of the Rain
Sensor................................................................. 93
Autowipers Settings............................................ 92
What Are Autowipers......................................... 92
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive.......................................... 217
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 345
Blind Spot Information System
..............273
Blind Spot Information System –
Troubleshooting............................................. 275
Blind Spot Information System Indicators......................................................274
Blind Spot Information System Limitations...................................................273
Blind Spot Information System Precautions.................................................273
Blind Spot Information System Requirements.............................................273
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting........................................275
Blind Spot Information System – Information Messages................................. 275
Body Control Module Fuse Box.............330 Accessing the Body Control Module Fuse
Box..................................................................... 330Identifying the Fuses in the Body Control
Module Fuse Box.......................................... 330
Locating the Body Control Module Fuse Box..................................................................... 330
Body Styling Kit Precautions...................357
Body Styling Kits..........................................357
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........333
Booster Seats
..................................................36
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 36
Brake Fluid Specification..........................222
Brake Over Accelerator...............................221
Brake Precautions.........................................221
Brakes................................................................221 Anti-Lock Braking System............................... 221
Brakes – Troubleshooting............................... 223
Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................223 Brakes – Frequently Asked
Questions......................................................... 223
Brakes – Warning Lamps................................ 223
Breaking-In.......................................................311
C
Calculating Payload....................................295
Calculating the Load Limit.......................295 Helpful examples for calculating the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity.................................................. 296
California Proposition 65
...........................531
Canceling the Set Speed..........................248
Capacities and Specifications.................391
Catalytic Converter
......................................199
Catalytic Converter –
Troubleshooting ............................................. 199
Catalytic Converter Precautions............199
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting........................................199
Catalytic Converter – Warning Lamps................................................................ 199
Changing a Flat Tire...................................386 Stowing the flat tire.......................................... 388
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................386
Changing the 12V Battery.........................345
Remove and Reinstall the Battery..............346
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 1.5L EcoBoost™/2.0L EcoBoost™
.............343
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Vehicle Identification.................................408
Vehicle Identification Number..................... 408
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.................................413
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 137
Venting the Moonroof................................109
Viewing the Tire Pressures......................384
W
Washer Fluid Specification.....................406
Washers.............................................................95 Adding Washer Fluid........................................... 96
Switching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off........................................................................\
. 95
Using the Rear Window Washer.................... 95
Using the Windshield Washer......................... 95
Washer Fluid Specification.............................. 96
Washer Precautions............................................ 95
Washers See: Wipers and Washers................................. 92
Waxing Your Vehicle
...................................356
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators.......................................................121
What Are the Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps
...........................................119
What Is 911 Assist...........................................57
What is AC Charging...................................201
What Is Active Park Assist........................243
What is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle...........180
What Is Auto-Start-Stop...........................185
What Is Blind Spot Information System..........................................................273
What Is Brake Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)
..........................................128
What Is Cross Traffic Alert........................276
What Is Cruise Control...............................247 Requirements...................................................... 247
What Is Drive Mode Control.....................262
What Is Driver Alert.....................................287
What Is Electric Efficiency - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV).............127
What Is Ford Protect
..................................485
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(Canada Only).............................................. 486
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans - United States Only....................................... 485What Is Hill Start Assist.............................227
What Is MyKey................................................64
What Is Pre-Collision Assist.....................279
What Is Remote Start.................................134
What Is Speed Sign Recognition...........289
What Is the Cabin Air Filter........................147
What Is the Catalytic Converter.............199
What Is the Electric Parking Brake........224
What Is the Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge..............................................................119
What Is the Garage Door Opener...........162 HomeLink Wireless Control System............162
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating............................................................293
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).............293
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating............................................................293
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating............................................................293
What Is the Head Up Display....................131
What Is the High Voltage Battery Gauge - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)
...........................................................119
What Is the High Voltage Battery.........200
What Is the Information Bar
......................119
What Is the Lane Keeping System........266
What Is the Pedestrian Alert System............................................................56
What Is the Personal Safety System............................................................46
What Is the Power Gauge - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV), Vehicles With:
12.3 Inch Instrument Cluster Display
Screen
.............................................................118
What Is the Power Gauge - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV), Vehicles With:
6.5 Inch Instrument Cluster Display
Screen
.............................................................118
What Is the Power Outlet.........................168
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System...........................................................158
What Is the Rear View Camera
..............240
What Is the Speedometer..........................118
What Is the Tachometer - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In
Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..............117
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What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System..........................................................382
What Is the Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit....................................................................376
What Is the Trip Summary - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV)..........................128
What Is the Vehicle Range Display - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)
...........................................................119
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger..........................................................169
Wheel and Tire Information....................360
Wheel Nuts....................................................390
Window Bounce-Back
...............................105
Overriding Window Bounce-Back...............105
What Is Window Bounce-Back..................... 105
Windows
..........................................................105
Window Bounce-Back..................................... 105
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting..........................................96
Wipers and Washers – Frequently Asked Questions........................................................... 96
Wipers and Washers – Warning Lamps................................................................. 96
Wipers and Washers
.....................................92
Autowipers.............................................................. 92
Reverse Wipe......................................................... 93
Washers................................................................... 95
Wipers....................................................................... 92
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting.............................................. 96
Wipers................................................................92 Switching Windshield Wipers On and
Off........................................................................\
. 92
Wiper Precautions............................................... 92
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions.................................................169
Wireless Accessory Charger – Troubleshooting.........................................170
Wireless Accessory Charger – Information Messages.......................................................... 170
Wireless Accessory Charger.....................169 Wireless Accessory Charger –
Troubleshooting............................................. 170
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