Ford Escape: 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, past detent, to
turn on the interior lamps.
• Rotate to full down position (past
detent) to prevent interior lamps
from illuminating when the doors are opened.
Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer
switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.
This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions.
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 ...
Aiming the headlamps
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident, the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized dealer.
Verti ...
See also:
Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height
Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height
The shoulder belt anchor height should be
adjusted to the position best suited for the
driver/front passenger. Always adjust the
anchor he ...
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
Pressing the switch to deactivate the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system can
facilitate the following operations:
- a standing start on a steeply sloping
...
Temperature gauge (models with type A combination
meter)
1) Normal operating range
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
The coolant temperature will vary in
accordance with ...
