Ford Escape: Connected Vehicle / Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network. Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
What Is the Modem
The modem allows access to a
range of features built into your
vehicle.
Enabling and Disabling the Modem
- Press Settings.
- Press FordPass Connect.
- Press Connectivity Settings.
- Switch connectivity features on or off.
Connecting FordPass to the Modem
- Make sure that the modem is enabled
using the vehicle settings menu.
- Open the FordPass app on your device
and log in.
- Add your vehicle or select your vehicle
if already added.
- Select the option for vehicle details.
- Select the option to activate your
vehicle.
- Make sure that the name on the screen
matches the name shown in your
FordPass account.
- Confirm that FordPass account is
connected to the modem.
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
- Press Settings.
- Press Wi-Fi.
- Switch Wi-Fi on.
- Press View Available Networks.
- Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note: Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.
Connected Vehicle Requirements
Connected service and related feature
functionality requires a compatible vehicle
network.
Some remote features require additional
service activation...
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How Does Trailer Sway Control Work
The system applies the brakes to the
individual wheels and reduces engine
torque to aid vehicle stability.
If the trailer begins to sway, the stability
control lamp flashes and the message
Trailer Sway Reduce Speed appears in
the information display.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Check the vertical weight on the
tow ball and trailer loa..
What Is Auto-Start-Stop
The system helps reduce fuel consumption
by stopping and restarting the engine when
your vehicle has stopped. The engine
restarts when you release the brake pedal.
In some situations, your vehicle could
restart before you release the brake pedal,
for example:
To maintain interior comfort.
To recharge the battery.
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions
WARNING: Apply the parki..