Ford Escape: SOS Post-Crash Alert Systemâ„¢ - Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - Seating and Safety Restraints - Ford Escape Owner's ManualFord Escape: SOS Post-Crash Alert Systemâ„¢

The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag (front, side, side curtain [if equipped] or Safety Canopy [if equipped]) or the safety belt pretensioners.

The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions are taken by the driver or any other person:

• pressing the hazard control button,
• or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter.

The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power.

    Determining if the system is operational
    The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance ...

    Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners)
    Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. ...

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    Important safety notes
    WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle ...

    Trip/Fuel Menu Items
    Press the MENU button until Trip/ Fuel Information Menu is displayed. Then press to scroll through the following menu items: ○ Trip 1 ○ Trip 2 ○ Fuel Range ○ Average Fu ...

    Cargo tray (if equipped)
    The cargo tray is provided to protect the cargo area carpet. This cargo tray is removable to facilitate easy clean up. Clean with a cloth when necessary using mild soap and water. It is importa ...