Ford Escape: Roll Stability Controlâ„¢ (RSC)
Roll Stability Control (RSC ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC operates by detecting the vehicle’s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually.
During an event that activates Roll Stability Controlâ„¢ (RSC ), the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash.
Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the RSC system, which include:
• Emergency lane-change
• Taking a turn too fast
• Quick maneuvering to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directional stability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates b ...Switching off traction control
If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose engine power, switching off the traction control features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system may be beneficial because the wheels are ...See also:
Filling the fuel tank
WARNING:
● When handling fuel, comply with the safety regulations displayed by garages and
filling stations.
● Before removing the fuel cap, be sure to get rid of your body’s stati ...
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Safety Alert
Fasten Safety Belt
Airbag - Side
Child Seat Tether
Anchor
Anti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Stability Control System
Master Lighting Switch
Fog L ...
Releasing seat belts
Press release button 4() and guide belt tongue 2 back towards
belt sash guide 1.
Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up. Otherwise, the seat belt or
belt tongue will be trapped ...