Ford Escape: Essentials of good fuel economy
- Measuring techniques
- Filling the tank
- Calculating fuel economy
- Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several ...Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gaug ...See also:
Changing a flat tire
- Do not jack up the vehicle on an
incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.
- Use onl ...
Onboard diagnostic system — OBD II
Your vehicle is equipped with a sophisticated Onboard
Diagnostic system called OBD II. This system monitors
the performance of the emissions, engine, and automatic
transmission control systems. ...
General information
The infotainment system in your vehicle is
available in two versions: ...