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1 Table of Contents Introduction 4. Instrument Cluster 12. Warning lights and chimes 12. Gauges 17. Message center 20. Entertainment Systems 28. AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 28. Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37. USB port 39. Satellite radio information 42. Navigation system 45. SYNC 45. Climate Controls 46. Manual heating and air conditioning 46. Dual automatic temperature control 49. Rear window defroster 52. Lights 53. Headlamps 53. Turn signal control 57. Bulb replacement 59. Driver Controls 65. Windshield wiper/washer control 65. Steering wheel adjustment 66. Power windows 71. Mirrors 72. Speed control 74. Moon roof 78. 1. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Table of Contents Locks and security 92. Keys 92. Locks 98. Anti-theft system 108. Seating and Safety Restraints 112. Seating 112. Personal Safety System 124.

2 Safety belt system 128. Airbags 138. Child restraints 154. Tires, Wheels and Loading 172. Tire information 174. Tire inflation 177. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 189. Vehicle loading 194. Trailer towing 201. Recreational towing 204. Driving 206. Starting 206. Brakes 212. AdvanceTrac 215. Transmission operation 224. Reverse sensing system 228. Rear-view camera system 230. Roadside Emergencies 245. Getting roadside assistance 245. Hazard flasher control 246. Fuel pump shut-off switch 247. Fuses and relays 247. Changing tires 254. Wheel lug nut torque 264. Jump starting 265. Wrecker towing 268. 2. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Table of Contents Customer Assistance 270. Reporting safety defects ( only) 277. Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 277. Cleaning 278. Maintenance and Specifications 285.

3 Engine compartment 287. Engine oil 291. Battery 295. Engine coolant 297. Fuel information 303. Air filter(s) 319. Part numbers 323. Maintenance product specifications and capacities 324. Engine data 327. Accessories 330. Ford Extended Service Plan 332. Scheduled Maintenance 336. Normal scheduled maintenance and log 342. Index 355. All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the Contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright 2011 Ford Motor Company 3. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Introduction CONGRATULATIONS. Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford.

4 Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: In the United States: In Canada: In Australia: In Mexico: Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner's Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on this Owner's Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off: In the event of an accident this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine.

5 It can also be activated through sudden vibration ( collision when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION. Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. 4. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Introduction Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim.

6 Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol. CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. PERCHLORATE MATERIAL. Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE. Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in.

7 Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 5. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Introduction Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES. New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle's New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner's Guide.

8 Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner's Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

9 Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. 6. 2012 Escape (204). Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus). Introduction DATA RECORDING. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

10 For only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC . Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC supplement for more information. Event Data Recording This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: How various systems in your vehicle were operating.