Ford Escape: Auxiliary power point (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
• On the instrument panel
• On the rear side of the center console
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped).
Note: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery from being discharged:
• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and
other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
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 ...
Power windows
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you sh ...
See also:
Side airbags
These are designed to protect the thorax region
of the torso and will deploy only in the event of
a side impact and then, only on the side of the
impact. ...
Cleaning the display
Before cleaning the display, make sure that it is switched off and has
cooled down.
Clean the display surface using a commercially-available microfiber cloth
and TFT/LCD display cleaner.
...
Voicetags
Voicetags enable the user to personalise the
Voice system so that a single name can be used
to call-up a navigation destination, telephone
number or radio channel.
To add a Voicetag:
1. Briefly p ...