2019 Ford Escape Owner's Manual

2019 Ford Escape owners manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Ford
Model:
Escape
Rating:
(9)

Online manual

Size:
4.62 MB

Table of Contents

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2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
10
Data Recording
12
Perchlorate
14
Ford Credit
14
Replacement Parts Recommendation
15
Special Notices
15
Mobile Communications Equipment
16
Export Unique Options
17
Environment
18
Protecting the Environment
18
At a Glance
19
Instrument Panel Overview
19
Child Safety
21
General Information
21
Installing Child Restraints
22
Booster Seats
28
Child Restraint Positioning
30
Child Safety Locks
32
Seatbelts
34
Principle of Operation
34
Fastening the Seatbelts
35
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
37
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
38
Seatbelt Reminder
38
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
40
Seatbelt Extension
40
Personal Safety System™
41
Personal Safety System™
41
Supplementary Restraints System
42
Principle of Operation
42
Driver and Passenger Airbags
43
Front Passenger Sensing System
44
Side Airbags
46
Driver Knee Airbag
48
Safety Canopy™
48
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
49
Airbag Disposal
50
Keys and Remote Controls
51
General Information on Radio Frequencies
51
Remote Control
51
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
55
MyKey™
56
Principle of Operation
56
Creating a MyKey
57
Clearing All MyKeys
58
Checking MyKey System Status
58
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
59
MyKey — Troubleshooting
59
Doors and Locks
61
Locking and Unlocking
61
Keyless Entry
64
Liftgate
67
Manual Liftgate
67
Power Liftgate
68
Security
71
Passive Anti-Theft System
71
Anti-Theft Alarm
72
Steering Wheel
73
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
73
Audio Control
73
Voice Control
74
Cruise Control
74
Information Display Control
75
Heated Steering Wheel
75
Wipers and Washers
76
Windshield Wipers
76
Autowipers
76
Windshield Washers
77
Rear Window Wiper and Washers
77
Lighting
79
General Information
79
Lighting Control
79
Autolamps
80
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
80
Headlamp Exit Delay
81
Daytime Running Lamps
81
Automatic High Beam Control
81
Front Fog Lamps
82
Cornering Lamps
83
Direction Indicators
83
Interior Lamps
84
Ambient Lighting
84
Windows and Mirrors
85
Power Windows
85
Exterior Mirrors
86
Interior Mirror
88
Sun Visors
88
Moonroof
88
Instrument Cluster
90
Gauges
90
Warning Lamps and Indicators
91
Audible Warnings and Indicators
94
Information Displays
95
General Information
95
Trip Computer
98
Information Messages
98
Climate Control
110
Manual Climate Control
110
Automatic Climate Control
111
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
113
Heated Windshield
116
Heated Rear Window
116
Heated Exterior Mirrors
116
Cabin Air Filter
116
Remote Start
116
Seats
118
Sitting in the Correct Position
118
Head Restraints
118
Manual Seats
120
Power Seats
121
Memory Function
122
Rear Seats
124
Heated Seats
124
Garage Door Opener
126
Universal Garage Door Opener
126
Auxiliary Power Points
131
Auxiliary Power Points
131
Storage Compartments
133
Center Console
133
Overhead Console
133
Rear Seat Armrest
133
Starting and Stopping the Engine
134
General Information
134
Ignition Switch
134
Keyless Starting
134
Starting a Gasoline Engine
135
Engine Block Heater
138
Unique Driving Characteristics
140
Auto-Start-Stop
140
Fuel and Refueling
142
Safety Precautions
142
Fuel Quality - E85
142
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
144
Fuel Filler Funnel Location
144
Running Out of Fuel
144
Refueling
146
Fuel Consumption
149
Engine Emission Control
151
Emission Law
151
Catalytic Converter
152
Transmission
155
Automatic Transmission
155
Four-Wheel Drive
159
Principle of Operation
159
Using Four-Wheel Drive
159
Brakes
164
General Information
164
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
164
Electric Parking Brake
165
Hill Start Assist
166
Traction Control
168
Principle of Operation
168
Using Traction Control
168
Stability Control
169
Principle of Operation
169
Using Stability Control
170
Parking Aids
171
Principle of Operation
171
Rear Parking Aid
171
Front Parking Aid
172
Side Sensing System
173
Active Park Assist
175
Rear View Camera
181
Cruise Control
185
Principle of Operation
185
Using Cruise Control
185
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
186
Driving Aids
192
Driver Alert
192
Lane Keeping System
193
Blind Spot Information System
198
Cross Traffic Alert
199
Steering
202
Collision Warning System
202
Load Carrying
205
Rear Under Floor Storage
205
Luggage Covers
205
Roof Racks and Load Carriers
206
Load Limit
207
Towing
212
Towing a Trailer
212
Trailer Sway Control
213
Recommended Towing Weights
213
Essential Towing Checks
215
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
217
Driving Hints
219
Breaking-In
219
Economical Driving
219
Driving Through Water
220
Floor Mats
220
Roadside Emergencies
222
Roadside Assistance
222
Hazard Flashers
223
Fuel Shutoff
223
Jump Starting the Vehicle
224
Post-Crash Alert System
225
Transporting the Vehicle
226
Customer Assistance
227
Getting the Services You Need
227
In California (U.S. Only)
228
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
229
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
230
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
230
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
232
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
232
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
232
Fuses
234
Fuse Specification Chart
234
Changing a Fuse
243
Maintenance
245
General Information
245
Opening and Closing the Hood
245
Under Hood Overview - 1.5L EcoBoost™
246
Under Hood Overview - 2.0L EcoBoost™
247
Under Hood Overview - 2.5L
248
Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.5L EcoBoost™
250
Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L EcoBoost™/​2.5L
250
Engine Oil Check
250
Oil Change Indicator Reset
251
Engine Coolant Check
252
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
256
Brake Fluid Check
256
Power Steering Fluid Check
257
Washer Fluid Check
257
Fuel Filter
257
Changing the 12V Battery
257
Checking the Wiper Blades
259
Changing the Wiper Blades
260
Adjusting the Headlamps
260
Changing a Bulb
262
Changing the Engine Air Filter
266
Vehicle Care
268
General Information
268
Cleaning Products
268
Cleaning the Exterior
268
Waxing
270
Cleaning the Engine
270
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
270
Cleaning the Interior
271
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
271
Cleaning Leather Seats
272
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
273
Cleaning the Wheels
273
Vehicle Storage
273
Body Styling Kits
275
Wheels and Tires
276
General Information
276
Tire Care
278
Using Summer Tires
291
Using Winter Tires
291
Using Snow Chains
291
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
292
Changing a Road Wheel
296
Technical Specifications
300
Capacities and Specifications
302
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™
302
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™
302
Engine Specifications - 2.5L
303
Motorcraft Parts - 1.5L EcoBoost™
304
Motorcraft Parts - 2.0L EcoBoost™
305
Motorcraft Parts - 2.5L
306
Vehicle Identification Number
307
Vehicle Certification Label
308
Transmission Code Designation
308
Capacities and Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™
309
Capacities and Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™
313
Capacities and Specifications - 2.5L
318
Bulb Specification Chart
322
Audio System
323
General Information
323
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC
323
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
325
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System
326
Digital Radio
327
Satellite Radio
330
USB Port
333
Media Hub
333
SYNC™
334
General Information
334
Using Voice Recognition
336
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
338
SYNC™ Applications and Services
350
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
355
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
364
SYNC™ 3
372
General Information
372
Home Screen
384
Using Voice Recognition
385
Entertainment
392
Phone
402
Navigation
407
Apps
415
Settings
418
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
431
Accessories
445
Accessories
445
Ford Protect
447
Ford Protect
447
Scheduled Maintenance
449
General Maintenance Information
449
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
452
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
455
Scheduled Maintenance Record
457
Appendices
468
Electromagnetic Compatibility
468
End User License Agreement
470
Declaration of Conformity
496

2019 Ford Escape Overview

Introduction

The 2019 Ford Escape is a versatile compact SUV that combines sporty performance with spacious interiors and advanced technology, making it a popular choice for families and adventure seekers alike. With its sleek design and confident stance, the Escape stands out in a crowded marketplace, seamlessly blending style and functionality. Designed for both city driving and weekend getaways, this model is equipped to handle a variety of lifestyles.

Powertrains

The 2019 Ford Escape offers a choice of three dynamic powertrains to suit different driving preferences. Standard on the base S trim is a 2.5-liter I-4 engine that delivers 168 horsepower. For those seeking more power, the SE and Titanium trims feature a 1.5-liter EcoBoost engine producing 179 horsepower, providing a balance of efficiency and performance. Additionally, the top-of-the-line Titanium trim offers an available 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine that generates an impressive 245 horsepower, ensuring spirited acceleration for adventurous journeys.

Trims

The Escape comes in four well-equipped trims: S, SE, SEL, and Titanium. The base S trim includes essential features like a rearview camera and a 4.2-inch display, while the SE adds a more advanced infotainment system, including Ford's SYNC with smartphone integration. The SEL enhances comfort with premium upholstery and additional technology, and the luxurious Titanium offers heated leather seats, a premium audio system, and advanced driver assistance features, catering to those who want both elegance and practicality.

Features

Ford has packed the 2019 Escape with a full suite of technology and comfort features. Standard across most trims, the Ford SYNC infotainment system offers Bluetooth connectivity, a USB port, and compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The available Ford Co-Pilot360 suite enhances safety with features like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist, making every journey safer and more enjoyable.

Owner's Manual

The 2019 Ford Escape owner's manual serves as an essential resource for maximizing your vehicle's capabilities. It provides detailed instructions on operation, maintenance schedules, and safety features, ensuring that you get the most out of your driving experience. It is recommended to familiarize yourself with the manual to enhance your understanding of the Escape's sophisticated technology and to keep your vehicle running smoothly for years to come.

User manual download

The Ford Escape owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2019 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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