Ford Escape: Starting and Stopping the Engine / Starting the Engine
Before starting the engine, check the
following:
- Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
- Make sure the parking brake is on.
- Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
- Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator
pedal.

- Turn the key to position III.
Note: The engine may continue
cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Vehicles With Push Button Start
Before starting the engine, check the
following:
- Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
- Make sure the parking brake is on.
- Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
- Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator
pedal.

- Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: The engine may continue
cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Starting a Hybrid Electric Vehicle System
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
- Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
- Make sure the parking brake is on.
- Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
- Fully press the brake pedal.

- Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:The green ready indicator illuminates
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving. Since your vehicle is equipped
with a silent key start, the engine may not
start when your vehicle starts.
When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases, this
helps to warm up the engine. If the engine
idle speed does not slow down, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
The system does not function if:
- The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
- The key battery has no charge.
Restarting the Engine After Stopping it
The system allows you to start the engine
within 10 seconds of switching it off, even
if it does not detect a valid passive key.
Within 10 seconds of switching the engine
off, fully press the brake pedal and press
the push button ignition switch. After 10
seconds, you can no longer start the engine
if the system does not detect a valid
passive key.
When you start the engine, it remains
running until you press the push button
ignition switch, even if your vehicle does
not detect a valid passive key. If you open
and close a door when the engine is
running, the system searches for a valid
passive key.
Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
pedal...
(If Equipped)
Engine Block Heater Precautions
WARNING: Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the..
Cleaning the Instrument Panel
WARNING: Do not use chemical
solvents or strong detergents when
cleaning the steering wheel or
instrument panel to avoid contamination
of the airbag system.
We recommend that you only clean the
instrument panel and cluster lens with a
damp soft cloth. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.
For additional information and assistance,
we recommend that you contac..