Ford Escape: Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
The cabin air filter improves the quality of
air in your vehicle by trapping dust, pollen
and other particles.
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
Replace the filter at regular intervals.
The cabin air filter is behind the glove
compartment.
To remove the lower glove compartment
and access the filter:
- Open the glove compartment.
- Press the tab on each side.
- Fully lower the glove compartment.
- Pull the glove compartment toward
you.
Heated Windshield
(If Equipped)
Windshield Wiper De-Icer
When you switch the heated rear
window on, the windshield wiper
de-icer turns on.
Heated Rear Window
Press the button to clear the
rear
window of thin ice and fog...
Front Seat Precautions
WARNING: Sitting improperly, out
of position or with the seatback reclined
too far can take weight off the seat
cushion and affect the decision of the
passenger sensing system, resulting in
serious injury or death in the event of a
crash...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...
General Equipment
Diagnostic Battery Charger
Use Ford approved battery test equipment listed in the Ford Warranty and Policy Manual.
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...