Ford Escape: Remote Start / Remote Start Settings
Switching Climate Control Auto Mode On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Remote Start Setup.
- Press Climate Control.
- Select Vehicle.
- Switch Auto on or off.
Note: If you switch the auto mode on, the
system attempts to heat or cool the interior
to 72°F (22°C).
Note: When you switch the ignition on, the
climate control system returns to the last
used settings.
Switching Climate Control Last Settings On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Vehicle Settings.
- Press Remote Start Setup.
- Switch Last settings on or off.
Note: If you switch the last settings on, the
system remembers the last used settings.
Switching the Heated Seat Settings On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Vehicle Settings.
- Press Remote Start Setup.
- Press Seats.
- Switch Auto on or off.
Note: If you switch the heated seat settings
on, the heated seats turn on during cold
weather.
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel Settings On and Off
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Vehicle Settings.
- Press Remote Start Setup.
- Press Seats and Steering Wheel.
- Switch Auto on or off.
Note: If you switch the heated steering
wheel settings on, the heated steering wheel
turns on during cold weather.
Setting the Remote Start Duration
- Press Settings on the touchscreen.
- Press Vehicle Settings.
- Press Remote Start Setup.
- Press Duration.
Note: Wait a few seconds before remotely
starting the vehicle after the vehicle stops
running.
Extending the Remote Start Duration
To extend the remote start duration during
remote start, do the following:
Press the button on the remote
control...
Other information:
Note: Select charge settings on the home
page of the touchscreen or under the vehicle
settings menu to access charge preferences.
Charging may not begin upon plugging in
if you have set up preferred charge times
for this vehicle location. Your vehicle could
delay charging to take advantage of
off-peak electricity rates. Your vehicle
optimizes the charge schedule to be
complete by your nex..
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors
The sensors are behind the rear bumper
on both sides of your vehicle.
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, ice
and large accumulations of dirt.
Note: Do not cover the sensors with bumper
stickers, repair compound or other objects.
Note: Blocked sensors may affect system
accuracy.
If the sensors become blocked, a message
may appear in the i..