2007 Ford Escape Hybrid Owners Manual

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Lights will not illuminate. The dome lamp control has three positions: • OFF: In this position, the lamp • DOOR: In this position, the dome lamp will illuminate only when a door is opened and will remain illuminated for 25 seconds after the door is shut. • ON: In this position, the lamp will remain illuminated. The map lamp controls (without moon roof) are located on the dome lamp. Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Push the button again to turn off the lamps. For models equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel. Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps. Push the button again to turn off the lamps. The map lamps will illuminate whenever a door is opened. After the door is shut, the lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds. Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors. 81 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Number of bulbs Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. Function Park/turn lamps (front) Headlamps (low beams) Headlamps (high beams) Rear stop/tail/sidemarker Rear turn lamps Backup lamp Foglamp (front) Center High-mount stop lamp Rear license plate lamp All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Trade number 3157 AK (amber) 3157K or 4157K W5W W5W 3156 3156 PS24WFF H11 H7 Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the hood. 82 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights 2. Press down on the wire retainer to release it and access the back of the headlamp assembly. Lowbeam bulb replacement 3. Locate the outboard most bulb, turn it a 1⁄4 turn to the outside of the vehicle and pull the bulb socket straight out to remove the bulb. Highbeam bulb replacement 4. Locate the bulb that is the most center in the vehicle, rotate the socket counterclockwise and pull the bulb socket straight out to remove the bulb. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Note: The bulb’s metal base gets very hot during headlamp operation. Be sure the bulb base is cool before handling. Note: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 83 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward to disengage snap features on the outward side of the lamp. 4. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then pry the license plate lamp assembly (located on each side above the license plate) from the liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 84 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Lights 3. Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning it clockwise. 5. To install, press the lamp assembly into liftgate. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. Replacing foglamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 85 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control down one position. Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting. For normal or low speed wiper operation, move control down two positions from OFF. For high speed wiper operation, move control down three positions from OFF. Mist function: To activate mist, push control up from the OFF position and release to get one wipe. Windshield washer: To activate the windshield washer, pull control toward you. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. 86 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Rear window wiper/washer controls For intermittent operation of rear wiper, rotate end of control upward to the position. For normal speed rear wiper operation, rotate control upward to ON. To activate the rear washer, rotate position and the control to the release. TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull down the steering column tilt lever. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Push the steering column tilt lever up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 87 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These include: 1. Power point 2. Cupholders 3. Utility compartment 4. Ash cup (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholders. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 88 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls The auxiliary power point is located in the floor console. Cigarette lighter (if equipped) is located in the instrument panel. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from its heating position when it is ready to be used. Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Power point (110 VAC) (if equipped) The 110 VAC power point outlet is used for powering electrical devices that require up to 150W. Exceeding the 150W limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection. Note: The 110 VAC power point is equipped with a safety cap and a safety twist tab. They both provide protection from inserting any object into the power point other than the 110 VAC electrical device plug. The safety cap should always be in a closed position whenever the power point outlet is not in use. The 110 VAC power point is located in the floor console in front of the gearshift. 89 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances; they may not work properly: • Cathode ray tube type televisions. • Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric • Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical • Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power supply: power tools, compressor-driven refrigerators, etc. equipment, measuring equipment, etc. microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc. Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use. It is not recommended to use any extension cord with the 110 VAC power point, since it will defeat the safety protection design provided by the cap and twist tab. It will also cause the power point to overload due to powering multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150W load limit. The power point can switch to a fault mode when it is overloaded, overheated, or shorted. For overloading and shorting conditions, unplug your device and turn the ignition key off then on. For an overheating condition, let the system cool off, then turn the ignition key off then on. The 110 VAC power point can provide power whenever the vehicle ignition is in the run position and the power point green indicator light located in the top left corner is turned on. Refer to the indicator light code below for the power point status. Indicator light Code Green light is On — Power point is ready to supply power Green light is Off — Power point power supply is off. Ignition is not in RUN position Green light is blinking — Power point is in fault mode POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. 90 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. Note: The window switches will not illuminate when the window lock control is in the LOCKED position. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; this noise can be eliminated by lowering a front window approximately two to three inches. One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press the top part of the switch to stop. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature disables all the power windows except the driver’s. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s window press the right side of the control. Note: The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the window control is in the LOCKED position. Press the left side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, moon roof (if equipped) and audio system may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened. 91 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control, located on the instrument panel left of the steering wheel, clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Rotate control to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. (if equipped) Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). 92 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET ACC control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. RSM SET ACC CST steep hill. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to shift into “L” gear and/or apply the brakes to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Resuming a set speed Press the RSM control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). RSM SET ACC CST 93 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET ACC control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACC control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (2 km/h). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the RSM SET ACC CST vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACC control. Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the CST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the CST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph (2 km/h). RSM SET ACC CST • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, then press the SET ACC control. RSM SET ACC CST Disengaging speed control There are two ways to disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed. 94 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls • Press the speed control CAN control. Note: When you disengage the speed control, your speed control set speed memory is retained. Turning off speed control Press the OFF control to turn off the speed control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To operate the moon roof: Note: The moon roof will open to the “comfort” position first before opening all the way. The “comfort” position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened. • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. The moon roof will open to the “comfort” position. Press and hold the control again to fully open. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch opening, press the control again. • To close, press and hold the front portion of the control. To operate the moon roof vent position: • To open, press and hold the front portion of the control. This will • To close, press and hold the rear portion of the control. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to reset the moon roof positions. open the vent. 95 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls If you open and close the moon roof repeatedly, the moon roof motor may overheat and shut down for 45 seconds while the motor cools. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the RUN position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle and daily driving information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime. Selectable features Set This button is used to select and reset various functions shown in the INFO Menu. 96 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls equipped) equipped) Info menu This control displays the following control displays: • Average Fuel Economy (if • Distance to Empty • Instantaneous Fuel Economy (if • High Voltage Battery Status • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • Language • INFO Display on/off Note: If equipped with a Navigation Screen, the Average Fuel Economy and Instantaneous Fuel Economy will display in that screen instead of the message center display. Average fuel economy (AFE) (if equipped) This function will display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing gallons of fuel used by 100 miles traveled (kilometers traveled by liters used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at • variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0.1 gallon (liter) 1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the SET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. service stations 97 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls To reset back to zero, press and hold the SET button for 2 seconds. Distance to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu will give you an estimate of how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition LOCK when refueling your vehicle. Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few kilometers (miles). DTE will vary according to your driving habits. Instantaneous fuel economy (if equipped) Press INFO until the menu displays “INSTANT ECON”. This will display your fuel economy as a Bar Graph ranging from “L” poor economy to “H” excellent economy. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows “L”, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. High Voltage Battery Status Select this function from the INFO menu for the state of charge of the high voltage battery. For a low battery “ELEC ENERGY AVAIL LOW” will be displayed and for normal operation “ELEC ENERGY AVAIL NORMAL” will be displayed. System check Selecting this function from the INFO menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for four seconds. 98 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Pressing the SET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. If you don’t press any button, the system will cycle itself. The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. Oil Change Reminder 2. HEV Hazard 3. HEV Caution 4. Charging System 5. Brake Fluid Level 6. Tire Pressure Monitoring System 7. Door Ajar Status 8. Exterior Lamps 9. Power Steering 10. 4 Wheel Drive (if equipped) Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the INFO menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the SET control to change the message display from English to Metric. Language selection 1. Select this function from the INFO menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. Pressing the SET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. 99 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 3. Press and hold the SET control for 2 seconds to set the language choice. Display On/Off Select this function from the INFO control to turn your message center display OFF or ON. System warnings/information System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the SET control and clearing the warning message. Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories: • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition LOCK-RUN cycle has been completed if the fault condition still exists. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle. Status Warning cannot be reset Warnings Stop safely now High engine temperature High motor temperature Hood ajar Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar 100 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Warnings Service soon Park brake on Liftgate ajar Service emission sys Check fuel cap Low brake fluid Service brake system Regen disabled Performance reduced Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Check left headlamp Check right headlamp Check left high beam Check right high beam Check left turn lamps Check right turn lamps Check brake lamps Engine oil change soon Engine oil change now reminder Low fuel Service pwr steering Service 4 X 4 Turn signal on (if equipped) Speed control on 4X4 locked temporarily 4X4 disabled temporarily 4X4 auto restored Driver Controls Status Warning returns after 10 minutes if condition still exist Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from LOCK to RUN. Will reset after the ignition key is turned from LOCK to RUN. Temporary alert 101 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls STOP SAFELY NOW. Displayed when the Master electrical hazard warning lamp is illuminated indicating a Hybrid component failure. If this warning occurs, the vehicle will soon shutdown without further warning, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. HIGH ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Displayed when the engine coolant is overheating. Engine coolant temperature warning lamp will illuminate indicating coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. HIGH MOTOR TEMPERATURE. Displayed when the motor electronics are overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. PERFORMANCE REDUCED. Displayed when the vehicle performance is reduced due to failsafe cooling. HOOD AJAR. Displayed when the hood is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed. REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed. REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed. LIFTGATE AJAR. Displayed when the liftgate or liftgate glass is not completely closed. Press SET to reset display. SERVICE SOON. Displayed when service lamp (yellow wrench ) is activated. If the warning or indicator light stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE ON. Displayed when the park brake is on. If the warning and indicator light stays on after the park brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 102 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls service soon SERVICE EMISSION SYS. Displayed when the vehicle has detected a malfunction. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. REGEN DISABLED. Indicates the regenerative braking system is disabled at this moment. Please see your authorized dealer if this warning remains present over several days. SERVICE PWR STEERING. Displayed when the power steering system is not operating properly. If this warning and the indicator light stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. LOW TIRE PRESSURE. Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT. Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HIGH BEAMS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter. CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. 103 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls LOW FUEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. The function will display “LOW FUEL LEVEL” and sound a tone for one second when you have low fuel level indicated on the fuel gauge. SERVICE 4X4. Displayed when the 4X4 is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TURN SIGNAL ON (if equipped). Displayed when the turn signal is activated and the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.3 km). SPEED CONTROL ON. Displayed when the speed control is activated. 4X4 LOCKED TEMPORARILY. Displayed when the 4X4 is temporarily locked. No service is required. 4X4 DISABLED TEMPORARILY. Displayed when the 4X4 is temporarily disabled. No service is required. 4X4 AUTO RESTORED. Displayed when the 4X4 is restored to normal operations. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON/ENGINE OIL CHANGE NOW REMINDER. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5% or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON message will be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the ENGINE OIL CHANGE NOW message will be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change (approximately 10,000 miles [16,000 km] or 12 months) perform the following: 1. Select this function from the INFO menu then press the SET control to access the system check function. 2. Press and release the SET control to display “OIL CHNG XXX% HOLD SET NEW”. 104 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 3. Press and hold the SET control for 2 seconds to display “OIL CHANGE SET TO 100%”. Note: This feature is based on distance traveled or time elapsed since last reset. You must reset this feature every oil change to ensure accuracy DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Oil life • Charging system • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid • Engine sensor Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. LIFTGATE To open the rear window, pull the right side of the liftgate handle. To open the liftgate, pull the left side of the liftgate handle. • Do not open the liftgate or liftgate glass in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling. If the liftgate glass is raised and the liftgate is also opened, both liftgate and glass could be damaged against a low ceiling. • Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. 105 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To operate the shade: • Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the mounting features located behind the rear seat on the rear trim panels. To operate the shade: 1. Grasp the rear edge of the cargo shade and pull rearward. 2. Secure both ends of the support rod into the retention slots located on the rear quarter trim panels. Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. 106 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack. The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lbs (44 kg), evenly distributed on the cross-bars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars as possible. Do not use the vehicle’s door handles as tie down loops. To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 107 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail. To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails: 1. Ensure that both cross-bar assemblies are installed with the F (front) arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle. 2. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 108 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security KEYS One key operates all locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer supplied keys, replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer. Refer to the SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS The power door lock controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels. Pressing the doors. Pressing the the doors. will unlock all the will lock all Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature As a theft deterrent, the power door lock controls can be disabled 20 seconds after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position and the vehicle is locked using the remote entry transmitter or the key in the door lock cylinder. The door lock controls are enabled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key in the door lock cylinder or by pressing on the remote entry transmitter. This feature can be turned on or off using the following procedure: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. 1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 6. Press the power door lock control on the door panel two times within five seconds. The horn will chirp two times to confirm the feature is off; the horn will chirp two times and honk one time to confirm the feature is on. 109 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security 7. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm the programming mode has been exited. Repeat the procedure to turn the feature on or off. Door key unlocking/locking Two step door unlocking 1. Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. For more information, refer to Illuminated entry later in this chapter. 2. Turn the key in the door cylinder again within three seconds to unlock the passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated, turn the key in the door cylinder once to unlock all of the doors , the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position. For information on switching from two step to one step door unlocking, refer to Switching from two step to one step door unlocking later in this chapter. Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock all the doors. The park/turn lamps will flash once and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. For more information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in this chapter. If any of the doors, the liftgate or the hood are not properly closed the park/turn lamps will not flash. Autolock (if equipped) The autolock feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, • the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position, • the brake has been released, and • the vehicle has been set in motion. 110 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security closed, and Relock This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when: • the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position and any door is opened then • you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature The autolock feature can be activated or deactivated using the following procedure: Before starting, make sure that the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. 1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. 6. The horn will chirp once to confirm programming mode is entered/active. 7. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel one time. 8. Press the power door lock control on the door panel one time. Note: The horn will chirp once to confirm the feature is OFF, or the horn will chirp and then honk to confirm the feature is ON. 9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position. Note: The horn will chirp once to confirm the programming mode has been exited. Repeat the previous procedure to turn the feature on or off. Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle. With the key in any ignition position, the driver’s door will automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the driver’s door panel while the driver’s door is open. 111 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • Rotate lock control in the direction of arrow to engage the lock. • Rotate control in the opposite direction to disengage childproof locks. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 112 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote locking and unlocking features will operate independent of the ignition position; however, the panic feature will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) or 2 (ACCESSORY) position. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. and release again within three seconds to unlock the and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior Two step door unlocking 1. Press lamps will illuminate if the lamp is in the DOOR position and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. 2. Press passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. One step door unlocking and release If the one step door unlocking feature is activated, press once to unlock all of the doors , the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate (refer to Illuminated entry information later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing and holding both simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately 4 seconds. The parklamps will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle has switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to two step unlocking. buttons and Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Assuming all vehicle doors and the liftgate are properly closed, the park/turn lamps lamps will flash once and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. 113 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security For more information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in this chapter. and release again within three seconds to confirm that all 2. Press the doors and liftgate are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once. If any of the doors or the hood are not properly closed, the horn will control is chirp twice and park/turn lamps will not flash when the pressed. to activate the alarm. To deactivate the feature, press the Sounding a panic alarm Press control again, turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position, or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately 3 minutes. Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 114 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming procedure, the transmitters that are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle. 115 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence. To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 3 (RUN). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK) position and 3 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (RUN) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the doors are locked by key in the door cylinder, or 116 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security • after 25 seconds of illumination. Illuminated exit • The interior lights will illuminate when the key is removed from the ignition. The lamps automatically turn off after 25 seconds. The dome and cargo lamp controls must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated exit system to operate. SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may be purchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position, the anti-theft indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position, the anti-theft indicator will glow for 3 seconds, then turn off to indicate normal system functionality. 117 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use SecuriLock娂 keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 118 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security 4. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition. 7. Within twenty seconds of turning the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (RUN) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (RUN) position for at least three seconds but not more than 10 seconds. 9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off; you may need to repeat Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait twenty seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the park/turn lamps and will sound the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on the remote entry transmitter. 119 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Locks and Security • Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder. • Open the driver’s door and press the power door lock control to lock all the doors, and then close the door. Note: The doors, liftgate and hood will arm individually, and if any of them are open, they must be closed in order to be armed. When you lock the vehicle using any of the methods above: • the park/turn lamps will flash once to indicate the hood, each door • the park/turn lamps will not flash if the hood, any door or the liftgate are open. Once all doors, hood and liftgate are closed, the park/turn lamps will flash to confirm the alarm will be set. and the liftgate are closed. When the vehicle is locked, the alarm is set after a 20–second arming period. When you press the within three seconds, the horn will chirp once to confirm the doors, liftgate and hood are closed and locked, and the alarm is set. control on the remote entry transmitter twice transmitter. control on your remote entry of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms. Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by pressing the • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front • Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door, liftgate or the hood is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter. To deactivate the triggered alarm state: • Unlock the doors by pressing the • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front • Press on the remote entry transmitter to disable the alarm; the alarm will be disabled, but the vehicle will remain in an armed state. • Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 (RUN) or 4 (START) position. 120 of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms. control on your remote entry transmitter. 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Adjustable head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. The head restraints can be moved up and down. 121 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Push side control and push down on head restraint to lower it. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. 122 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) when a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger sensing system section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. 123 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on the • Push again to deactivate. seat to activate. The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position. REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. 124 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down. Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. Push control to lower or remove head restraint. Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) 125 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Pull the seat release control. Note: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 4. Flip seat forward. Attach the safety belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button. This will ensure that safety belt does not get caught by staying out of the seat back folding path. 126 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 5. To release seatback, pull the seatback release lever (on top of seat) toward the front seat. This is common for both 60% and 40% seatbacks. Note: When the seatback release lever is pulled, slowly lower seatback to the flat position. 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place and the red seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible. 127 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the safety belt buckles are exposed. Make sure safety belt buckle heads are through elastic holders on seat backs. Safety belt buckles may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, reinstall the head restraints, and pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. Remove the head restraint stored under the front set and return it to the original position on the seatback. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. 3. Unsnap the safety belt webbing from the quarter trim panel. 128 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints To remove the rear cushion 1. Lift the yellow tab to release the hinges. 2. Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle. To install the rear cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System姟 The Personal Safety System娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations. Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System娂 consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints • Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors, • Front passenger sensing system • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp and safety belt usage sensors 129 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints • Front crash severity sensor • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors • Driver’s seat position sensor • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety System姟 work? The Personal Safety System娂 can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System娂 determined the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The driver’s side only is equipped with dual pretensioners. Dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints The dual-stage airbag offers the capability to tailor the level of airbag inflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used for the most severe impacts. Refer to Airbag supplemental restraints section in this chapter. Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This allows your Safety System to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual-stage airbag and safety belt pretensioners. 130 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints The driver’s side only is equipped with dual pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants in rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front. Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small (child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to proper child-seating or restraint usage recommendations. Even with this technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped) when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of airbag(s) after a collision. When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag, the “pass airbag off” indicator 131 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off. See Front passenger sensing system in the airbags section of this chapter. Front safety belt usage sensors The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information allows your Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety belt section in this chapter. Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the Safety Canopy娂 system. This helps increase the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags. Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors, once initiated, allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Energy management feature section in this chapter. The driver’s side only is equipped with dual pretensioners. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Safety System uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Safety System is not required. The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seat position sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following. • The warning light will either flash or stay lit. • The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. 132 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. 133 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • The front outboard safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the safety belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. All safety belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: 134 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 135 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seating positions (except the driver position, which doesn’t have this feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. 136 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments at the front outboard seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze and hold the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the buttons and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioners activate during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when the vehicle is equipped with the optional Safety Canopy娂 system. A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body. The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and Safety Canopy娂 (if equipped), and safety belt pretensioners. Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 137 2007 Escape Hybrid (ehv) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch (20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

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