2021 FORD ESCAPE automatic transmission fluid

Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel
...............190
Running Out of Fuel ...................................
190
Refueling .........................................................
192
Fuel Tank Capacity .....................................
196
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
.
197
Catalytic Converter
What Is the Catalytic Converter ............
199
Catalytic Converter Precautions ...........
199
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
199
High Voltage Battery
What Is the High Voltage Battery ........
200
High Voltage Battery Precautions .......
200
Charging Your Vehicle - Plug- In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)
What is AC Charging ..................................
201
Charging Your Vehicle Precautions .......
201
Charging Equipment ..................................
201
Locating the Charge Port ........................
204
Charge Port Indicators .............................
204
AC Charging ..................................................
205
Setting the Charging Schedule and Preferences ...............................................
207
Charging Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting .......................................................................
208
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Precautions ........................................................................\
.
210
Automatic Transmission Positions .......
210
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear ................
211
Automatic Transmission Position Indicators .....................................................
211
Temporary Neutral Mode ...........................
211
Automatic Return to Park (P) .................
212Grade Assist - Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV) ...........................................................
212
Manual Park Release - Gasoline ............
213
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings .....................................................
214
Automatic Transmission – Troubleshooting .......................................
215
All-Wheel Drive
How Does All-Wheel Drive Work ...........
217
All-Wheel Drive Precautions ....................
217
All-Wheel Drive Limitations .....................
217
All-Wheel Drive Driving Hints ..................
217
All-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting ......
220
Brakes
Brake Precautions ........................................
221
Anti-Lock Braking System ........................
221
Brake Over Accelerator ..............................
221
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir .......
222
Checking the Brake Fluid ..........................
222
Brake Fluid Specification .........................
222
Brakes – Troubleshooting ........................
223
Electric Parking Brake
What Is the Electric Parking Brake .......
224
Applying the Electric Parking Brake ......
224
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency ................................................
224
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ............................................................
224
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ...........................................
225
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning ........................................................................\
225
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge .........................................................
225
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting ........................................................................\
225
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Check Every Six Months
The door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
The hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. The parking brake for proper operation.
The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.
The washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
It is important to have the systems on your
vehicle regularly checked. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt or belts
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear andproper pressure 2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.
2 If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date
on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant level/strength and the hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints - all-wheel drive.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-
joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals. Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for the
interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every 20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt(s). 2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt(s). 3
Replace the timing belt (1.5L engine).
Change the engine coolant. 4
At
200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
3 If not replaced within the last
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
4 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED
message appearing in the
information display.
• Example 1
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
(for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)). Perform
the engine air filter replacement.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
The normal oil change interval for vehicles
operating in the Middle East, North Africa,
Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using an American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil
of SM or SN quality is
3,000 mi
(5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
2,000 mi (3,000 km)
. Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
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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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