Ford Escape: Starting and Stopping the Engine / Ignition Switch

Switching the Ignition Off
Turn the key to position 0.
Switching the Ignition to Accessory Mode
Turn the key to position I. Electrical
accessories, for example the radio, operate
without the engine running.
Switching the Ignition On
Turn the key to position II. All electrical
circuits and accessories are operational
and the warning lamps and indicators
illuminate.
Starting the Engine
Turn the key to position III. Release the
key when the engine starts.
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage...
Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
pedal...
Other information:
What Are the Child Restraint Anchor Points
Anchor points allow you to quickly and
safely install a child restraint.
Locating the Child Restraint Lower Anchor Points
Locating the Child Restraint Top Tether Anchor Points
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Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Adding Washer Fluid.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview.
Engine oil filler cap. See Adding Engine Oil.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuses.
Air filter assembly. See Changing t..