Ford Escape: Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information / Hybrid Electric Vehicle Indicators
When you start your vehicle, a
green READY indicator light
appears in the instrument cluster
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving.
The engine may not start because your
vehicle has a silent key start feature. This
fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to
be ready to drive without requiring the gas
engine to be running.
The indicator remains on when your vehicle
is on, whether the engine is running or not,
to indicate your vehicle is capable of
movement using the electric motor, gas
engine or both.
Typically, the engine does not start unless
the vehicle is cold, a climate control
change is requested or you press the
accelerator pedal.
What is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle
A hybrid vehicle has an electric motor and
a high voltage battery combined with a
gasoline engine.
How Does a Hybrid Electric Vehicle Work
The hybrid vehicle combines electric and
gasoline propulsion to provide optimal
performance and improved efficiency...
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information – Warning Lamps
It illuminates if your vehicle
has
an electrical component fault or
failure that causes your vehicle
to shutdown or enter a limited operating
mode...
Other information:
WARNING: Unless the 911 Assist
setting is set on before a crash, the
system will not dial for help which could
delay response time, potentially
increasing the risk of serious injury or
death after a crash.
WARNING: Do not wait for 911
Assist to make an emergency call if you
can do it yourself...
Closing the Liftgate From Outside Your Vehicle
WARNING: It is extremely
dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and
seatbelts...