Ford Escape: Audio System / Setting the Clock and Date

Setting a Memory Preset. Muting the Audio. Adjusting the Sound Settings

Setting a Memory Preset Select a station or channel. Press and hold a memory preset button on the touchscreen. Note: The audio mutes briefly while the system saves the preset and returns once it is stored...

AM/FM Radio

AM/FM Radio Limitations The further you travel from an AM or FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with the reception...

Other information:

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Service Manual: General Procedures - Factory Mode Deactivation

Deactivation NOTE: During vehicle build, some modules, such as the IPC and BCM module are set in factory mode. Factory mode reduces the drain on the battery during longer periods where the vehicle is not used. While in the factory mode, various systems may be altered or disabled and the IPC displays FACTORY MODE CONTACT DEALER in the message center...

Ford Escape 2020-2026 Owners Manual: Declaration of Conformity

Radio Frequency Statement WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met...