Ford Escape: Fuses and relays
Fuses
If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components.
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located on the right-hand side of the center console, by the instrument panel.
Remove the panel cover to access the fuse cover. Press the tabs on the top and bottom of the fuse cover to remove.
The fuses are coded as follows
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Refer to the Identifying components in the engine compartment section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the location. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Roadside Assistance
See also:
Windshield Wiper and Washer Lever
Windshield Wipers
To turn the windshield wipers on, move the lever up and down to one of the four
operating positions. In the “INT” position (if equipped), the wipers operate intermittently.
The “INT” position is very convenient for dri ...
Second seat
When a person is sitting in the second seat, raise the head restraints to height
at which it lock in position. Refer to “Head restraints” on page 2-22.
NOTE:
● It is possible to adjust each side of the second seats forward and backward ...
