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:
Removal
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...
WARNING: Keep batteries away
from children to prevent ingestion.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death. If
ingested, immediately seek medical
attention.
WARNING: If the battery
compartment does not securely close,
stop using the remote control and
replace it as soon as possible...