Ford Escape: Compass calibration adjustment
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.
1. Start the vehicle.
2. To calibrate, press and hold the
RESET control for approximately
ten seconds until CAL appears.
Release the control.
3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a
circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the
direction value. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration.
4. The compass is now calibrated.
Compass zone adjustment
1. Determine which magnetic zone
you are in for your geographic
location by referring to the zone
map.
2. Turn ignition to the on position.
3. Start the engine.
4. Press the SETUP control to s ...
Center console
Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These include:
1. Cupholders
2. Utility compartment console lid has
a CD holder, a business card holder
and two pen holders. The util ...
See also:
Seat belt
Display messages
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
After starting
the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds.
The seat belt warning lam ...
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder System (BeltAlert )
BeltAlert is a feature intended to remind the driver and
front passenger (if equipped with front passenger
BeltAlert ) to fasten their seat belts. The feature is active
whenever the ignition is ...
Electronic stability control (ESC) system
(If installed)
WARNING:
Never drive too fast for the road conditions
or too quickly when cornering. Electronic
stability control (ESC) will not prevent accidents.
Excessive speed in turns, ab ...