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:
System Operation
System Diagram - Rear Window Defrost
Item
Description
1
BJB
2
HVAC Module
3
MS-CAN
4
Rear Window Defrost Grid
5
GWM
6
BCM
7
HS-CAN1
8
LIN
Network Message Chart - Rear Window Defrost
BCMC Network Input Messages
Broadcast Messa..
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Release the clips and remove the lower insulation panel.
Release the clips and remove the trim panel.
Remove the retainers and remove the foam pad.
Disconnect the electrical connectors and release the harness..