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Change engine oil and replace oil filter* Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake Inspect engine and motor/electrical cooling system and hoses Lubricate hinges, latches and locks Lubricate weatherstrips Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, drive- shaft and ball Replace high voltage battery A/C filter Inspect engine air filter* Multipoint inspection*


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Change engine oil and replace oil filter* Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake Inspect engine and motor/electrical cooling system and hoses Lubricate hinges, latches and locks Lubricate weatherstrips Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, drive- shaft and ball Replace high voltage battery A/C filter Replace engine air filter* Replace engine coolant and motor/electrical coolant* (see Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant Change Record) Multipoint inspection* Replace spark plugs*


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Special operating conditions If your vehicle is operated in any of the following manners, you will need to perform some maintenance operations more frequently: • Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier • Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol or livery • Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads • Off-road operation If any of the above conditions apply to your vehicle operation, you will need to perform the following maintenance operations in addition to the operations listed in the maintenance schedule:


Every 5,000 km Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect high voltage battery A/C filter Inspect engine air filter Perform multipoint inspection


Every 60,000 km Replace fuel filter Every 120,000 km Replace spark plugs


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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS


Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier


Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace filter


Extensive Idling and/or Low Speed Driving for Long Distances as in Heavy


Commercial Use Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Vehicle or Livery. Severe Duty Schedule is for Extensive Maximum A/C or Heater Operation with


engine on in the above listed usage.


Every 3,000 miles, 3 months or 200
hours of engine operation (whichever comes first)


Change engine oil and replace filter


Every 60,000 miles Replace spark plugs


As required Replace cabin air filter, if equipped


Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads


Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace filter As required Replace cabin air filter, if equipped


Replace engine air filter Replace high voltage battery A/C air filter


Off-road operation


Every 3,000 miles or 3 months Change engine oil and replace filter As required Replace cabin air filter, if equipped


Replace engine air filter Replace high voltage battery A/C filter


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Motorcraft Premium Engine Gold Coolant - U.S.


5 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (whichever comes first) - change Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant and motor/ electrical coolant. After initial change - change Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)


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Motorcraft Premium Engine Gold Coolant - Canada


5 years or 75,000 miles (120,000 km) (whichever comes first) - change Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant and motor/ electrical coolant. After initial change - change Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant every 3 years or 40,000 miles (60,000 km)


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Accessory delay ..........................91
Air cleaner filter ...............298–300
Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................144, 153, 156
and child safety seats ............146
description ..............144, 153, 156
disposal ....................................159
driver airbag ............146, 154, 157
indicator light .........153, 155, 158
operation .................146, 154, 157
passenger airbag .....146, 154, 157
side airbag ...............................153


All Wheel Drive (AWD), driving off road .........................218
Ambulance packages ..................11
Anti-lock brake system (see Brakes) ..............................210
Anti-theft system ..............118, 120
arming the system ..................120
disarming a triggered system .....................................121
triggering .................................121
Audio system (see Radio) ...20, 24
Automatic transaxle


fluid, adding ............................296
fluid, checking ........................296


Automatic transmission


driving an automatic overdrive .................................214
fluid, refill capacities ..............302
fluid, specification ..................306
Auxiliary power point .................88
Axle


lubricant specifications ..304, 306
refill capacities ........................302


Battery .......................................277


Index


acid, treating emergencies .....277
jumping a disabled battery .............................246, 251
maintenance-free ....................277
replacement, specifications ...300
servicing ..................................277
BeltMinder .................................139
Brakes ................................209–210
anti-lock ...................................210
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...........................210
fluid, checking and adding ....295
fluid, refill capacities ..............302
fluid, specifications .........304, 306
lubricant specifications ..304, 306
parking ....................................211
shift interlock ..........................213
Bulbs ............................................81


Capacities for refilling fluids ....302
Cargo area shade ......................106
Cell phone use ............................11
Child safety restraints ..............159
child safety belts ....................159
Child safety seats ......................163
attaching with tether straps ..167
in front seat ............................164
in rear seat ..............................164


Cleaning your vehicle


engine compartment ..............264
instrument panel ....................266
interior .....................................266
interior trim ............................266
plastic parts ............................265
washing ....................................263
waxing .....................................263
wheels ......................................264
wiper blades ............................265


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Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ............73
Clock adjust


6-CD in dash .......................27, 31
AM/FM/CD .................................22
Single CD ..................................22
Console ........................................88
Controls


power seat ...............................123


Coolant


checking and adding ......280–281
refill capacities ................284, 302
specifications ..................304, 306


Cruise control (see Speed control) ....................92
Customer Assistance ................225


Ford Extended Service Plan ..........................................260
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ..............261
Getting roadside assistance ...225
Getting the service you need .........................................256
Ordering additional owner’s literature .................................261
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program ...................................259


Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ................................77
Defrost


rear window ..............................74


Dipstick


automatic transmission fluid ..........................................296
engine oil .................................274


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Doors


lubricant specifications ..........304


Driving under special conditions ..................216, 220, 222
sand .........................................221
snow and ice ...........................223
through water .................221, 224


Electronic message center .........96
Emergencies, roadside


jump-starting ..................246, 251
Emission control system ..........292
Engine ........................................306
cleaning ...................................264
idle speed control ...................277
lubrication specifications ......304, 306
refill capacities ........................302
service points ..........................272
Engine block heater .................209
Engine oil ..................................274
checking and adding ..............274
dipstick ....................................274
filter, specifications ........276, 300
recommendations ...................276
refill capacities ........................302
specifications ..................304, 306
Exhaust fumes ..........................208


Fluid capacities .........................302
Foglamps .....................................78
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles


driving off road .......................218
preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................212


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Fuel ............................................285


calculating fuel economy ............................97, 289
cap ...........................................287
capacity ...................................302
choosing the right fuel ...........288
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................292
detergent in fuel .....................289
filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................285, 287, 290
filter, specifications ........285, 300
fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches ....................227
improving fuel economy ........289
octane rating ...................288, 306
quality ......................................289
running out of fuel .................289
safety information relating to automotive fuels .....................285
Fuses ..................................228, 230


Index


turning on and off ....................75
Hood ..........................................271


Ignition ...............................206, 306
Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................163
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................294
Instrument panel


cleaning ...................................266
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and interior .......................................78


Jump-starting your vehicle ................................246, 251


Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............287
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................289
Gauges .........................................18


Keyless entry system


autolock ...................................111
Keys ...........................................119
positions of the ignition .........206


Hazard flashers .........................226
Head restraints .................122, 125
Headlamps ...................................75
aiming ........................................78
autolamp system .......................75
bulb specifications ....................81
daytime running lights .............77
flash to pass ..............................77
high beam .................................76
replacing bulbs .........................82


Lamps


autolamp system .......................75
bulb replacement specifications chart ..................81
daytime running light ...............77
fog lamps ...................................78
headlamps .................................75
headlamps, flash to pass ..........77
instrument panel, dimming .....78
interior lamps .....................80–82
replacing bulbs .........................82


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Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ........................80
Liftgate ......................................105
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........210
Load limits .................................194
Loading instructions .................201
Locks


autolock ...................................111
childproof ................................113
Lubricant specifications ...304, 306
Lug nuts ....................................246
Luggage rack .............................107


Manual transmission


fluid capacities ........................302
lubricant specifications ..........306
Message center ...........................96
english/metric button ...............99
system check button ................98
warning messages ...................100
Mirrors .........................................91
fold away ...................................91
heated ........................................92
side view mirrors (power) .......91
Moon roof ....................................95
Motorcraft parts ........267, 285, 300


Navigation system .......................35
quick start .................................40
radio functions ..........................45
setting the clock .......................70


Oil (see Engine oil) ..................274


Parking brake ............................211
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....300
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor .................131
Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...............................232
Power door locks ......................110
Power mirrors .............................91
Power point .................................88
Power steering ..........................212
fluid, specifications .................304
Power Windows ...........................90
Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................212


Radio ......................................20, 24
Rear window defroster ...............74
Relays ........................................228
Remote entry system ...............113
illuminated entry ............117–118
locking/unlocking doors ........110, 114–115
panic alarm .............................115
replacement/additional transmitters .............................116
replacing the batteries ...........115
Reverse sensing system ...........216
Roadside assistance ..................225
Roof rack ...................................107


Octane rating ............................288


Safety Belt Maintenance ..........138


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Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ..........130, 133, 135–137
Safety Canopy ...................154, 156
Safety defects, reporting ..........262
Safety restraints ...............130, 133, 135–137
belt minder .............................139
extension assembly ................138
for adults .........................135–136
for children .............................159
Occupant Classification Sensor ......................................131
safety belt maintenance .........138
warning light and chime ........139
Safety seats for children ..........163
Safety Compliance Certification Label ....................308
Scheduled Maintenance Guide .........................................313


General Maintenance Information .............................313
Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log .............316
Special Operating Conditions ...............................330
What Maintenance Schedule Should You Follow? ................315


Seat belts (see Safety restraints) .............130
Seats ..........................................122
child safety seats ....................163
heated ......................................125


SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ........................................118
Servicing your vehicle ..............269
Setting the clock


AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ..........27, 31
Snowplowing ...............................11


Index


Spark plugs, specifications .....................300, 306
Special notice


ambulance conversions ............11
utility-type vehicles ..................11


Specification chart, lubricants ...........................304, 306
Speed control ..............................92
Starting your vehicle ........206, 208
jump starting ..................246, 251


Steering wheel


tilting .........................................87


Tilt steering wheel ......................87
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)


Tires, Wheels and Loading ....188
Warning Displays ......................18
Tires ...................................173–174
alignment ................................180
care ..........................................177
changing ..................................238
checking the pressure ............177
inflating ...................................175
label .........................................187
replacing ..................................179
rotating ....................................181
safety practices .......................180
sidewall information ...............182
snow tires and chains ............193
spare tire .................................236
terminology .............................174
tire grades ...............................174
treadwear ........................173, 178
Towing .......................................201
recreational towing .................205
trailer towing ..........................201
wrecker ....................................254


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Transmission .............................213
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....213
fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................296
fluid, refill capacities ..............302
lubricant specifications ..304, 306
..................................80


Turn signal


Vehicle dimensions ...................306
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................309
Vehicle loading ..........................194
Ventilating your vehicle ...........209


Warning lights (see Lights) .......14
Washer fluid ..............................273
Water, Driving through .............224
Windows


power .........................................90
rear wiper/washer .....................87


Windshield washer fluid and wipers


checking and adding fluid .....273
liftgate reservoir .....................273
operation ...................................86
replacing wiper blades ...........274
Wrecker towing .........................254


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Instrument Cluster


Warning and control lights Gauges


Entertainment Systems


AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD Navigation system Climate Controls


Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster


Lights


Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls


Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center


Locks and Security


Keys Locks Anti-theft system


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Seating and Safety Restraints


Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints


Tires, Wheels and Loading


Tire Information Tire Inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing


Driving


Starting Brakes Transmission operation


Roadside Emergencies


Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing


Customer Assistance


Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)


Cleaning


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Maintenance and Specifications


Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications


Accessories


Scheduled Maintenance Guide


Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log Special Operating Conditions and Log


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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning


WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to


the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.


CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Escape Hybrid. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.


Fuel pump and high voltage battery shut-off switches: In the event of an accident the fuel pump shut-off switch may


automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine and the high voltage shut-off switch cuts off power from the high voltage battery. These switches can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). For information on resetting the fuel pump shut-off switch and the high voltage battery shutoff switch, refer to the Fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.


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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION


Warning symbols in this guide


How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.


Warning symbols on your vehicle


When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.


Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.


BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.


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the start position.


NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION Your Escape Hybrid has unique qualities which cause it to operate differently than a typical vehicle. Starting the vehicle • The engine will start and run when you first turn the ignition key to • The engine cannot be started in the N (Neutral) position. • Depending upon temperature and the high voltage battery’s state of charge, the engine may shut off shortly after starting the vehicle; this is a normal condition and you do not need to restart the vehicle. The Ready Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to indicate the vehicle is running. For more Ready Indicator Light information, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter.


DRIVING THE VEHICLE Starting Out: Under normal operation with the vehicle at operating temperature, the engine will start automatically as you accelerate. Sometimes the engine will start immediately as you begin moving, while other times the vehicle will obtain a speed of up to 25 mph (40 km/h) before the engine starts. You may hear and feel the engine starting as you transition from electrical to hybrid (gas engine on) operation. This is a normal condition. These are some of the conditions that may cause engine start-up: • High voltage battery re-charge is required. • Driver acceleration demands exceed electric motor capability. • Outside air temperature is overly hot or cold. • Certain climate system modes of operation. • If you are starting up hill or accelerating quickly, the engine will start


immediately as operating conditions require additional power.


Note: If the high voltage battery is very cold or very hot, the engine may operate more than under normal conditions, and vehicle performance may be temporarily reduced. This is a normal condition.


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Transmission operation • Your vehicle does not shift like a conventional vehicle. You may feel


transitions between the various operating modes of the hybrid system, but no actual shifting occurs. For more information about transmission operation, refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT) in the Driving chapter.


Stopping the vehicle • The vehicle’s engine may shut off as you come to a stop; this is a normal condition and helps to conserve fuel. You do not need to restart the vehicle.


Neutral operation • The vehicle does not charge the high voltage battery in the N


(Neutral) position. Do not idle the vehicle in N (Neutral) for extended periods as this will discharge the high voltage battery.


Low gear operation • In L (Low) gear, you may feel an increased sensation of engine


braking as you remove your foot from the accelerator. L (Low) gear can be helpful when driving down an incline; unlike in a conventional vehicle, L (Low) does not offer an advantage over D (Drive) in uphill or off-road driving conditions.


Reverse operation • Vehicle speed is limited to 22 mph (35 km/h) while operating in R


(Reverse) gear.


ESCAPE HYBRID UNIQUE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS • You may hear some unique sounds from a hybrid vehicle. The Escape Hybrid is equipped with a high voltage battery air conditioning system in the rear of the vehicle which cools the high voltage battery in order to ensure high voltage battery life and optimize performance. You may hear a slight clunk or tap noise as the vent door operates, as well as a fan noise in the rear of the vehicle; this noise is the high voltage battery cooling fan. The high voltage battery cooling may also continue to operate for short durations after the vehicle has been turned off. These vehicle conditions and noises are normal and do not require service.


• You may hear a pumping sound when you enter the vehicle or a


venting sound a few minutes after parking the vehicle. This is due to charging and discharging of the hydraulic portion of the regenerative braking system.


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• The Escape Hybrid’s hydraulic brake system used for regenerative braking is different from other vehicles. The noise from the ABS pump motor and the brake pedal pulsation are much less than on vehicles with conventional ABS. Noise and pedal pulsation during ABS may not be noticed. For more information about braking, refer to Braking in the Driving chapter.


• The engine speed in an Escape Hybrid is not directly tied to the


vehicle speed. Under certain conditions, the engine speed may appear much higher than that of a conventional automobile. This is a normal condition and is caused by engine speed optimization to maximize fuel economy.


• During certain events (such as vehicle servicing) your low voltage (underhood) battery may become disconnected or disabled. When this occurs, and after reconnecting the low voltage (underhood) battery and driving the vehicle, the engine may continue to operate for 3-5
seconds after the key is turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. This is a normal condition, as the vehicle’s computers are relearning the operating characteristics of your particular engine in order to operate it at maximum efficiency. • The high voltage battery may go through a self-reconditioning process from time to time; these events optimize high voltage battery performance. You may notice slight changes to driveability during the reconditioning process. This is a normal condition. • If the vehicle is left inoperative for over 31 days, it may be necessary to jumpstart the vehicle. For more information, refer to Jump starting your vehicle (Low voltage [underhood] battery only) in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.


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DRIVING TO OPTIMIZE FUEL ECONOMY Fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits and accessory usage. To optimize the fuel economy in your vehicle, please be aware of the following vehicle functions which affect fuel economy: A/C operation • With the climate control system set to MAX A/C, defrost, or


defrost/floor mode (the orange graphics on your climate control), the engine will typically run continuously, reducing fuel economy. Setting the climate control system to A/C mode or A/C reduces fuel economy, but in this case the A/C only operates when the engine is already running due to other demands. Because the engine does not run continuously, A/C and A/C efficient than MAX A/C mode.


mode are more fuel


mode also


Driver habits • In general, better fuel economy is achieved during moderate


acceleration and deceleration as opposed to aggressive acceleration and deceleration. This is true regardless of the mode in which you’re operating your vehicle.


• To maximize fuel economy, try to extend the length of time the


vehicle operates in electric mode by accelerating lightly. The more you keep the vehicle in electric mode, the better fuel economy you will achieve. • For more information on improving the fuel economy of your Escape Hybrid, refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.


SPECIAL NOTICES


New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.


Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.


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Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.


Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.


Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as: • how various systems in your vehicle were operating; • whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.


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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles


Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.


Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.


Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.


Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.


Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.


A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to


avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment.


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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.


Vehicle Symbol Glossary


Safety Alert


See Owner’s Guide


Fasten Safety Belt


Airbag - Front


Airbag - Side


Child Seat


Child Seat Installation Warning


Child Seat Tether Anchor


Anti-Lock Brake System


Child Seat Lower Anchor


Brake System


Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based


Powertrain Malfunction


Speed Control


Master Lighting Switch


Hazard Warning Flasher


Fog Lamps-Front


Fuse Compartment


Fuel Pump Reset


Windshield Wash/Wipe


Windshield Defrost/Demist


Rear Window Defrost/Demist


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Vehicle Symbol Glossary


Power Windows Front/Rear


Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock


Power Window Lockout


Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol


Panic Alarm


Engine Oil


Engine Coolant


Engine Coolant Temperature


Do Not Open When Hot


Battery


Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks


Battery Acid


Explosive Gas


Fan Warning


Power Steering Fluid


Maintain Correct Fluid Level


MAX MIN


Emission System


Engine Air Filter


Passenger Compartment Air Filter


Jack


Check Fuel Cap


Low Tire Pressure Warning


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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES


Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to test and make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. Note: A message may be displayed in the message center in conjunction with an illuminated warning light, refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter for more information. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.


Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.


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Service soon: The Service soon indicator illuminates when the vehicle has detected a malfunction. Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the RUN position (when the engine is not running), or in a position between RUN and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the RUN position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.


BRAKE


Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may


occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer.


ABS


Anti-lock brake system (ABS): If the lamp stays on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is indicated, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.


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Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. If this light continues to flash the chime will sound again to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Master vehicle electrical hazard warning lamp: Indicates Hybrid component fault/failure that will cause the vehicle to shutdown or fail to start. Note: If the vehicle is still running, the vehicle may soon shutdown without further warning and should be stopped safely. If this lamp is lit, stop the vehicle, shift to P (Park), turn the key to the Off position, and attempt to restart the vehicle. If the fault remains, the vehicle may require refueling, jump starting, resetting of the shut-off switches, or service. For information regarding Low voltage [underhood] battery only) and Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches please refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Charging system: Illuminates when the 12V charging system is not working properly. Ready indicator light: Illuminates once the vehicle has successfully started. Indicates the vehicle is ready to drive even when you don’t hear the engine running. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine or motor electronic coolant temperature: Illuminates when the coolant temperature exceeds the threshold. When the light is flashing or remains on, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine or motor electronic coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.


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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.


Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains ON at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. ABS active/Traction control娂 active (if equipped): Flashes when the ABS system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.


Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.


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Turn signal chime (if equipped): Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.3 km). Transmission not in park chime: Sounds when the PRNDL is not in P (Park) position, the driver’s door is ajar and the ignition is ON. HEV Engine off Reminder Chime: Sounds for 10 seconds when the PRNDL is in the P (Park) position and the Driver’s door is ajar (open) while ignition is ON. Always turn your ignition key to Off and remove key before leaving your vehicle. (The engine may be off when the vehicle is stopped, yet the key is on, and the engine can turn on at any time) Message center activation chime: Sounds when a warning message appears in the message center display for the first time. Message center switch activation chime: Sounds when the message center INFO or SET control is pressed.


GAUGES


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Battery gauge: Provides information about the vehicle’s energy usage. • ASSIST — Battery provides extra


power to boost the vehicle’s acceleration.


• CHARGE — Storing extra energy in the battery when coasting or slowing down.


Odometer: Registers the total miles (or kilometers) of the vehicle.


Trip odometer: Registers the miles (or kilometers) of individual journeys. To reset, press and hold the trip reset button for two or more seconds; this returns the trip odometer to zero. Press and release the button to return to the odometer display. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale (in the red zone) may damage the engine. The pointer will indicate engine RPMs when the engine is running and point at the EV symbol when the engine is off and the vehicle is running on pure electrical power. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.


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AUDIO SYSTEMS


Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Single CD/MP3 Radio (if equipped)


for previous/next


1. SEEK: Press and release SEEK strong station or track. 2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), song title (So), artist text (Ar) or album text (AL) may be viewed while playing an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is shown on the message display, its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) is shown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the text fields. The display will scroll through all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field. (TEXT must be pressed within 3
seconds of the previous press to proceed to the next/last text display. The last text field shown on the display will become the new display message default. TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States.


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3. AUX: This control is not operational.


4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playing media; press again to return to playing media 5. EJ: Press to eject a CD.


to decrease/increase


6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.


to decrease/increase


7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance, Fade and other menu selections.


8. Balance: Press BAL; then press to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers. 9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to access AUTOSET, Speed sensitive volume and Setting the clock.


to shift sound to the


Autoset: Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL to toggle ON/OFF. Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.


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) the


) or decrease (


Speed sensitive volume: Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then press SEL to increase ( volume setting. The level will appear in the display. Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0
turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase ( Folder/Track mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks within selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc are accessible) MODE. 10. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track.


) or decrease ) the hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.


11. SHUFFLE: Press to play the CD/MP3 tracks on the current disc in random order. 12. FOLDER the next MP3 directory.


: Press to access


13. FOLDER the previous MP3 directory.


: Press to access


14. FF(Fast forward): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection is reached. 15. REW(Rewind): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection is reached. 16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability. The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States.


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17. BAND: Press to toggle between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.


18. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 19. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.


20. CD: Press to enter CD mode.


CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. 21. COMP(Compression): Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press COMP to turn the feature ON/OFF. 22. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD/MP3 tracks. Press again to stop. 23. CAT/Tune: Press to manually tune down/up the radio frequency band. CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite


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instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States. For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com 24. CD slot: Insert a CD with the label side up.


Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CD/MP3
Radio (if equipped)


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Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CD/MP3
Radio (if equipped)


for previous/next


1. SEEK: Press and release SEEK strong station or track. 2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), song title (So), artist text (Ar) or album text (AL) may be viewed while playing an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is shown on the message display its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) is shown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the text fields. The display will scroll all of the text in the current field before changing to the next field. (TEXT must be pressed within 3 seconds of the previous button press to proceed to the next/last text display.) TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States.


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3. AUX: This function is not operational.


4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playing media; press again to return to playing media 5. EJ: Press to eject a CD. Press EJ and a memory preset to eject a specific disc. Press and hold to eject all loaded discs. 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.


to decrease/increase


to decrease/increase


7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance, Fade and other menu functions.


to shift sound to the


8. Balance: Press BAL; then press to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers. 9. Menu: Press to access the following features: RDS (if equipped): Press and hold MENU to access RDS on/off. Use SEL to toggle RDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Traffic mode, Program Type mode or Show Type mode. (MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RDS mode). The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio


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stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display. Press MENU until FIND appears in the display. Use SEL to scroll through music types. Press SEEK or SCAN to search for a station playing the requested music category. Show TYPE: Displays the station’s call letters or music format. Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display Press MENU until SHOW appears in the display. Use SEL to select NAME or TYPE. Occupancy mode: Press MENU until occupancy mode appears in the display. Press SEL to select ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or REAR SEATS occupancy mode. Compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until compression status is displayed. Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. Press the SEL control again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL to toggle ON/OFF. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then press SEL to increase ( appear in the display. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS ) the is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase ( hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.


) the volume setting. The level will


) or decrease (


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Folder/Track Mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks within selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc are accessible) MODE. 10. REPEAT: Repeats current CD/MP3 track when active (ON). Press to show repeat status. Press again to toggle status. 11. SHUFFLE: Plays CD/MP3
tracks in random order when active (ON). Press to show shuffle status. Press again to toggle status. 12. FOLDER the next MP3 directory.


: Press to access


13. FOLDER the previous MP3 directory.


: Press to access


14. FF(Fast forward): In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. 15. REW(Rewind): In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. 16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability. The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States. 17. BAND: Press to toggle between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.


18. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.


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19. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.


20. Load: Press to load a CD. Press LOAD and a memory preset to load to a specific disc slot. Press and hold to load up to six discs. 21. CD: Press to enter CD mode.


CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. 22. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD/MP3 tracks. Press again to stop. 23. Disc/Tune: Press to manually tune down/up the radio frequency band, or to listen to the previous/next CD. CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States. For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com 24. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up.


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