Ford Escape: Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the low beam headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
• the ignition must be in the on position.
• the headlamp control must be in the off, parking lamps or autolamp
position.
• with automatic transmission, the transmission is not in P (Park),
• with manual transmission, the parking brake must be released.
WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
Flash-to-pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
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Panel dimmer control
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp
operation.
• Move the control to the full
upright position, p ...
See also:
Hill start assist system (MT models)
Ensure that the Hill start assist system
operates properly under the following
circumstances:
1. Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by
depressing the brake pedal and clutch
pedal, with the ...
Making Turns
Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come
in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp
turns while trailering.
When tu ...
Arming the System
To arm the system, do one of the following:
○ Press on the RKE transmitter.
○ Lock the vehicle using the key in the driver door.
The alarm automatically arms after about 30 seconds. Th ...
