Ford Escape Manuals

Ford Escape: Maintenance / Maintenance Precautions

Service your vehicle regularly to help maintain its roadworthiness and resale value. There is a large network of authorized dealers that are there to help you with their professional servicing expertise. We believe that their specially trained technicians are best qualified to service your vehicle properly and expertly. They are supported by a wide range of highly specialized tools developed specifically for servicing your vehicle.

If your vehicle requires professional service, an authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your warranty information to find out which parts and services are covered.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications.

  • Do not work on a hot engine.
  • Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
  • Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
  • Keep all open flames and other burning material, such as cigarettes, away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
  • Set the parking brake, shift the transmission to park (P) and block the wheels.

    Maintenance

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    Opening and Closing the Hood

    Opening the Hood Open the left-hand front door. Fully pull the hood release lever and let it completely retract.Note: This action releases the hood latch...

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    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Charge Status Indicator (CSI) - Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV)


    Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details. Remove the LH fender splash shield. Refer to: Fender Splash Shield (501-02 Front End Body Panels). Disconnect the CSI electrical connector, detach the retainer and position the wire harness aside...

    Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Clearing the Garage Door Opener. Reprogramming the Garage Door Opener. Garage Door Opener Radio Frequencies


    Clearing the Garage Door Opener Press and hold the outer two function buttons simultaneously for approximately 10 seconds until the indicator light above the buttons flashes rapidly. When the indicator light flashes, release the buttons...

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    Vehicle Identification

    Locating the Vehicle Identification Number

    The vehicle identification number is on the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

    Ford Escape. Vehicle Identification

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