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 ...
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Rear wiper
If reverse gear is selected while the front
wipers are operating, the rear wiper will start
automatically and continue as long as reverse
gear is selected. The wipe interval is dependent
on the fr ...
Closing the fuel tank cap
When replacing the fuel tank
cap, turn it until a clicking sound
is heard.
After releasing your hand, the cap
will turn slightly to the opposite
direction.
■Fuel types
Use unleaded gaso ...
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications
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