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:
Range of the sensors
General notes
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush; otherwise they may not function
correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them
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Side view
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This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your
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Braking precautions
The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
You may feel a small click and hear a sound
when the brake pedal is ...
