2015 Ford Escape Owner's Manual
Year:
2015
Make:
Ford
Model:
Escape
Rating:
Table of Contents
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2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
10
Data Recording
12
California Proposition 65
14
Perchlorate
14
Ford Credit
14
Replacement Parts Recommendation
14
Special Notices
15
Mobile Communications Equipment
16
Export Unique Options
16
Environment
17
Protecting the Environment
17
At a Glance
18
At a Glance
18
Child Safety
23
General Information
23
Installing Child Seats
24
Booster Seats
30
Child Seat Positioning
32
Child Safety Locks
33
Safety Belts
35
Principle of Operation
35
Fastening the Safety Belts
36
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
39
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
39
Safety Belt Minder
40
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
41
Personal Safety System™
42
Personal Safety System™
42
Supplementary Restraints System
43
Principle of Operation
43
Driver and Passenger Airbags
44
Front Passenger Sensing System
45
Side Airbags
47
Driver Knee Airbag
48
Safety Canopy™
48
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
50
Airbag Disposal
51
Keys and Remote Controls
52
Principle of Operation
52
General Information on Radio Frequencies
52
Remote Control
53
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
56
MyKey™
57
Principle of Operation
57
Creating a MyKey
57
Clearing All MyKeys
58
Checking MyKey System Status
59
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
60
MyKey Troubleshooting
60
Locks
62
Locking and Unlocking
62
Manual Liftgate
66
Power Liftgate
67
Keyless Entry
70
Security
72
Passive Anti-Theft System
72
Anti-Theft Alarm
73
Steering Wheel
74
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
74
Audio Control
74
Voice Control
75
Cruise Control
75
Information Display Control
76
Wipers and Washers
77
Windshield Wipers
77
Autowipers
77
Windshield Washers
78
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
79
Lighting
80
Lighting Control
80
Autolamps
80
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
81
Headlamp Exit Delay
82
Daytime Running Lamps
82
Front Fog Lamps
83
Direction Indicators
83
Interior Lamps
83
Ambient Lighting
84
Windows and Mirrors
85
Power Windows
85
Global Opening
86
Exterior Mirrors
86
Interior Mirror
88
Sun Visors
88
Moonroof
89
Instrument Cluster
90
Gauges
90
Warning Lamps and Indicators
92
Audible Warnings and Indicators
94
Information Displays
96
General Information
96
Trip Computer
98
Information Messages
99
Climate Control
109
Manual Climate Control
109
Automatic Climate Control
110
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
111
Heated Windows and Mirrors
114
Cabin Air Filter
115
Remote Start
115
Seats
116
Sitting in the Correct Position
116
Head Restraints
116
Manual Seats
118
Power Seats
119
Memory Function
120
Rear Seats
121
Heated Seats
122
Rear Seat Armrest
122
Universal Garage Door Opener
123
Universal Garage Door Opener
123
Auxiliary Power Points
128
Auxiliary Power Points
128
Storage Compartments
130
Center Console
130
Overhead Console
130
Starting and Stopping the Engine
131
General Information
131
Ignition Switch
131
Keyless Starting
131
Starting a Gasoline Engine
132
Engine Block Heater
135
Fuel and Refueling
137
Safety Precautions
137
Fuel Quality
138
Running Out of Fuel
138
Refueling
140
Fuel Consumption
141
Emission Control System
142
Transmission
145
Automatic Transmission
145
Four-Wheel Drive
148
Principle of Operation
148
Using Four-Wheel Drive
148
Brakes
153
General Information
153
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
153
Parking Brake
154
Hill Start Assist
154
Traction Control
156
Principle of Operation
156
Using Traction Control
156
Stability Control
157
Principle of Operation
157
Using Stability Control
158
Parking Aids
159
Parking Aid
159
Active Park Assist
161
Rear View Camera
165
Cruise Control
168
Principle of Operation
168
Using Cruise Control
168
Driving Aids
169
Blind Spot Information System
169
Eco Mode
173
Steering
173
Load Carrying
175
Rear Under Floor Storage
175
Luggage Covers
175
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
176
Load Limit
177
Towing
185
Towing a Trailer
185
Trailer Sway Control
186
Recommended Towing Weights
186
Essential Towing Checks
188
Towing Points
191
Transporting the Vehicle
192
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
192
Driving Hints
194
Breaking-In
194
Economical Driving
194
Driving Through Water
195
Floor Mats
195
Roadside Emergencies
197
Roadside Assistance
197
Hazard Warning Flashers
198
Fuel Shutoff
198
Jump Starting the Vehicle
199
Post-Crash Alert System
201
Customer Assistance
202
Getting the Services You Need
202
In California (U.S. Only)
203
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
204
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
204
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
205
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
206
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
206
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
207
Fuses
208
Fuse Specification Chart
208
Changing a Fuse
217
Maintenance
218
General Information
218
Opening and Closing the Hood
218
Under Hood Overview
220
Under Hood Overview
221
Under Hood Overview
222
Engine Oil Dipstick
223
Engine Oil Dipstick
223
Engine Oil Check
223
Engine Coolant Check
224
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
227
Brake Fluid Check
227
Power Steering Fluid Check
227
Washer Fluid Check
227
Fuel Filter
227
Changing the 12V Battery
228
Checking the Wiper Blades
229
Changing the Wiper Blades
229
Adjusting the Headlamps
230
Removing a Headlamp
232
Changing a Bulb
232
Bulb Specification Chart
236
Changing the Engine Air Filter
237
Vehicle Care
239
General Information
239
Cleaning Products
239
Cleaning the Exterior
239
Waxing
240
Cleaning the Engine
240
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
241
Cleaning the Interior
241
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
242
Cleaning Leather Seats
242
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
243
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels
243
Vehicle Storage
243
Wheels and Tires
246
General Information
246
Tire Care
248
Using Snow Chains
262
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
262
Changing a Road Wheel
266
Technical Specifications
270
Capacities and Specifications
272
Engine Specifications
272
Motorcraft Parts
273
Vehicle Identification Number
273
Vehicle Certification Label
274
Transmission Code Designation
275
Technical Specifications
276
Audio System
280
General Information
280
Audio Unit
281
Audio Unit
283
Audio Unit
285
Audio Unit
287
Audio Unit
289
Digital Radio
292
Satellite Radio
294
Audio Input Jack
297
USB Port
298
Media Hub
298
SYNC™
299
General Information
299
Using Voice Recognition
301
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
303
SYNC™ Applications and Services
314
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
321
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
329
MyFord Touch™
338
General Information
338
Settings
345
Entertainment
355
Phone
372
Information
378
Climate
387
Navigation
390
MyFord Touch™ Troubleshooting
398
Accessories
404
Accessories
404
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
406
Extended Service Plan (ESP)
406
Scheduled Maintenance
408
General Maintenance Information
408
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
411
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
414
Scheduled Maintenance Record
417
Appendices
424
End User License Agreement
424
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FAQ about the 2015 Ford Escape Manual
What contains the 2015 Escape manual?
The Ford Escape owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by Ford to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the Ford Escape. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a Ford Escape 2015 owner's manual:
- Maintenance for your Ford Escape, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
- Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that Ford Escape owners can do
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
Where to download the 2015 Ford Escape Owners Manual?
The Ford Escape owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the Ford Escape year 2015 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2015 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The Ford Escape (2015) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2015 is available in English.
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