Ford Escape: Exterior Mirrors
Power side view mirrors
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Blind spot mirrors
Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter.
Fold-away mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Interior mirror
The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
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Speed control (if equipped)
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippe ...
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Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
To start the engine using the remote start feature:
1. Press and release on the RKE
transmitter.
2. Press and hold for about two
seconds. The turn signal lamps will briefly flash to confirm th ...
Washing the exterior
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral
pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is
available from your authorized dealer.
• Never use strong house ...
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter
changed within the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven under the best conditions, the
engine oil life system might not ...