Ford Escape: Driving Hints / Driving Through Shallow Water
WARNING: Do not attempt to
cross a deep or flowing body of water.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.
Note: Driving through standing water can
cause vehicle damage.
Note: Engine damage can occur if water
enters the air filter.
Before driving through standing water,
check the depth. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of the front
rocker area of your vehicle.
When driving through standing water, drive
very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
Your brake performance and traction could
be limited. After driving through water and
as soon as it is safe to do so:
- Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
brakes and to check that they work.
- Turn the steering wheel to check that
the steering power assist works.
Check the function of the following:
Cold Weather Precautions
The functional operation of some
components and systems can be affected
at temperatures below approximately
-13°F (-25°C)...
WARNING: Use a floor mat
designed to fit the footwell of your
vehicle that does not obstruct the pedal
area. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death...
Other information:
Item
Description
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Charge Port
Item
Description
1
CSI
2
SOBDM
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Removal
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connectors.
Disconnect the hands-free liftgate actuation module electrical connector.
Remove the fastene..