Ford Escape: Jump starting
WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage.
Running out of fuel
If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portable fuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using ...Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This opera ...See also:
Brake lights and taillights
The brake lights and taillights are replaced from
inside the cargo area.
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 322.
1. Open the panel.
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun ...
Engine starting: automatic transmission
1. A valid Smart Key must be inside the
vehicle.
2. Make sure the gear selector is in P or N.
3. Firmly depress the brake pedal.
4. Press and release the start button. The
engine will crank autom ...
Installing forward facing child restraint
1. Place the child restraint system in the
rear seating position.
2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through
or around the child restraint system
following the instructions provided by its
ma ...