Ford 2006 Escape Hybrid Automobile User Manual
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1. Driving The gas engine automatically starts and stops to provide power when it s needed and to save fuel when it s not While coasting at low speeds idling or coming to a stop the gas engine typically shuts down to conserve fuel and the vehicle operates in electric only mode The gas engine will kick in upon acceleration Conditions that cause the engine to start up include High voltage battery recharge required Driver acceleration demands additional power Overly hot or cold outside temperature or if the battery is overly hot or cold the engine may engage sooner than usual Ascending a hill accelerating quickly or when driving conditions require additional power The gasoline engine will not shut off if the climate control is set to MAX A C defrost mode or defrost floor mode Stopping The gas engine may shut off as you come to a stop to conserve fuel Restarting the vehicle is not required Simply step on the accelerator when you are ready to drive Transmission Operation Due to the technologically advanced electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle eCVT you will not feel shift changes like those of a traditional vehicle The Escape Hybrid s transmission is designed to do its work seamlessly Neutral It is not recommended to idle the vehicle in N Neutral for extended periods of time because this will discharge your high voltage battery Low Gear Slowing down in L Low gear may cause2. HYBRID ENERGY FLOW WITH AUDIOPHILE AND NAVIGATION if equipped 1 AM FM Pressing AM FM in navigation mode will return the system to the audio screen 2 Fuel Economy Function Press to view average and instantaneous fuel economy screen 3 Seek Use to find the next previous listenable radio station or to advance tracks if in CD mode 4 HOME Press and hold the HOME key to store current vehicle location as home Pressing HOME after the home location has been set will calculate a route to return to that set home location when in navigation mode 5 Energy Flow Function Press for status of engine and battery To disengage press the control again Your energy flow screen displays how power is used and transferred between the electric motor the high voltage battery and the gasoline engine It also indicates which mode you are currently operating in Please see your Owner s Guide for more information 6 Current Location Press for information on current location 7 Memory Presets Stores favorite AM FM stations and allows CD access when in CD mode To store press and hold until PRESET SAVED appears in display 8 Navigation Press NAV to access the navigation system menu Make sure the vehicle is in Park P before you enter a destination 9 MAP The control works in all modes Press MAP to show current location 10 Back Works only in navigation mode Press to return to the previous screen 11 ENTER Use ENTER
3. s operating functions as well as warning messages There are two selectable features located on the center console for your message center SET and INFO SET is used to select and reset various functions shown in the INFO menu INFO displays a menu which consists of average fuel economy if equipped distance to empty instantaneous fuel economy if equipped high voltage battery status units english metric language system check and INFO display on off 8 Tilt Steering Wheel Lever Push the tilt steering wheel lever downward to unlock the steering wheel Then move the steering wheel up or down Pull the lever up into the original position to lock the steering wheel Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving 9 Ready Indicator Illuminates after the vehicle has successfully started The vehicle is ready to drive even if you don t hear the engine running 10 Service Soon Illuminates when the vehicle has detected a malfunction Report the fault to your Hybrid certified dealer at the earliest opportunity 11 Master Vehicle Electrical Hazard Warning Lamp Indicates a major hybrid component failure or other major vehicle failure that will cause the vehicle to shut down or fail to start Please see your Owner s Guide for additional information 12 Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminates briefly when ignition is turned to the RUN position Solid illumination after start indicates the on board diagnostics sys
4. VAC if equipped This outlet located on the floor console in front of the gearshift is used for powering electrical devices that require up to 150W Exceeding this limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection The green indicator light will illuminate when the power point is ready to supply power will blink when it is in fault mode and will turn off when the power supply is off ignition is not in the RUN position This outlet does not require an adapter in order to plug in an electrical device 17 Passenger Airbag Off The passenger airbag off indicator located just below the radio will illuminate when the passenger s frontal airbag is off Please see your Owner s Guide for additional information Instrument Panel Features gt INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 2 11 15 10 4 3 5 7 6 8 9 12 3 13 14 16 17 THE FORD ESCAPE HYBRID is 100 SUV and 100 Hybrid It requires no special fuels and never has to be plugged in All you have to do is get in and drive With all the confidence of an authentic Ford SUV combined with the benefits of a full hybrid system every Ford Escape Hybrid is equipped to help you go anywhere and do anything now more efficiently than ever and in an environmentally conscious manner In order to help you fully appreciate the features of your new vehicle and its unique characteristics we invite you to explore this easy to use Quick Referenc
5. a sensation of engine braking during deceleration Response during acceleration should be the same as in D Drive position Reverse R Reverse gear vehicle speed is limited to 22 mph 35 km h until shifted to a non reverse gear In most cases the vehicle will operate in electric only mode while in R Reverse Hybrid Operation gt The Ford Escape Hybrid is a whole new kind of SUV that combines electric and gasoline propulsion without compromise to provide breakthrough performance and efficiency It requires no special fuels and never has to be plugged in Familiarizing yourself with these unique characteristics will ensure optimal performance from your new vehicle 1 Fog Lamp Control Press the control to activate the fog lamps during headlamp operation Press the control again to deactivate the fog lamps The fog lamps will not operate when the high beams are activated 2 Power Side View Mirrors Rotate clockwise to adjust the right mirror or counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror Then move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror Return the control to the center position to lock the mirror in place To adjust the power side view mirrors ignition must be in the RUN position 3 Speed Control To operate the speed control must be ON and the vehicle s speed must be over 30 mph 48 km h To set a speed press SET ACC To set a higher speed press SET ACC again To set a lower speed press CST Pressing RSM
6. to view a menu in the navigation system Press the control up down left or right to highlight an item in the display Press the center of the control to make selection NOTE With this system the Six CD Changer is located under the passenger seat 1 AM FM and CD Select In radio mode press AM FM to select AM or FM frequency bands In CD mode press AM FM to stop play and begin radio play To begin CD play while in radio mode press the CD control 2 CD AUX Press to select CD AUX modes NO CD will display if there is not a CD present in the audio system If a disc is loaded there will be a number 1 6 inside the circle on the display 3 Loading CD Press to open the CD door then load the CD into the player Press LOAD and then a preset number to select a slot Press and hold LOAD to activate autoload In radio mode press to begin CD play 4 Scan Function In radio mode press to hear a sampling of all listenable stations In CD mode press to hear a brief sampling of all selections on the current CD 5 Volume Power Control Push the control to turn the audio system on or off Turn the control to raise or lower volume Automatic Volume Control if equipped This audio system has speed sensitive volume control Press and hold the volume control for five seconds press the SEL control to increase or decrease volume levels 6 Disc Tune CAT In radio mode press to move to the next frequency up or down the band In CD m
7. will return to the previously set speed To disengage the speed control press the CAN button or depress the brake pedal To turn off the speed control press the OFF button 4 ABS Warning Lamp Illuminates briefly when ignition is turned to the RUN position If the light remains on for more than a few seconds an ABS fault is indicated Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light is also illuminated 5 Battery Gauge The battery gauge provides information about your vehicle s energy usage When the pointer is directed at ASSIST this means the battery is providing extra power to boost the vehicle s acceleration When it s pointing to CHARGE extra energy is being stored in the battery while idling coasting or slowing down When you press the brake pedal the pointer swings counterclockwise into the CHARGE zone to report that regenerative braking is underway If the needle does not move when braking the battery is fully charged 6 Tachometer Engine RPMs are indicated by the tachometer When the vehicle operates in pure electric mode the tachometer pointer drops below the zero mark where it points at a special symbol labeled EV for electric vehicle Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine 7 Message Center When the ignition is in the RUN position the message center in your vehicle s instrument cluster will display information on your vehicle
8. EM 1 Fan Speed Control Rotate the knob to adjust the speed of air that is circulated in the vehicle 2 Max A C With the climate system set to MAX A C the engine will run continuously reducing fuel economy 3 Recirculated Air Recirculated air flows from the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle 4 A C Outside air flows from the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle When A C mode is selected you may notice the air temperature cycle from cooler to warmer as the gas engine turns on and off When in electric mode the fan will still blow air in the cabin but no heat will be removed by the air conditioner 5 Panel Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents only 6 Off Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned off 7 Panel and Floor Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and floor vents 8 Floor Distributes outside air through the floor vents only 9 Floor and Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and the floor vents This feature will cause the gas engine to run continuously reducing fuel economy 10 Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents With the climate system set to defrost mode the engine will run continuously reducing fuel economy 11 Temperature Control Rotate the knob to adjust the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 11 5 810
9. Fuel Tank Capacity Your vehicle is equipped with a 15 gallon fuel tank Octane Recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 87 for optimum performance Using gasoline with lower octane ratings may decrease performance Tire Pressure Your tire pressure is properly set at the dealership according to the recommended specifications found on the Certification Label located on the driver s side front door latch pillar the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Tire pressure information can also be found on the Tire Information Label on the driver s side front door latch pillar or edge of driver s door Please check your tire pressure during routine maintenance and seasonal changes WARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly resulting in a possible loss of vehicle control Special Service Notes This vehicle has unique service intervals please check your Owner s Guide for proper service intervals Your vehicle is equipped with a rear air filter that must be inspected or replaced at every service interval to avoid damage to the hybrid system Special caution is required when servicing brake pads Please refer to the Owner s Guide and or Service Manual for information on servicing brake pads Fuel Pump High Voltage Shut off Switches The fuel pump shut off switch is loc
10. ated in the front passenger s footwell behind the flip up cover The high voltage shut off switch is located in the rear passenger side of the vehicle in the jack compartment behind the jack access door These switches provide added protection by discontinuing fuel to the engine and by shutting off power to the high voltage battery in case of an accident 2006 FORD Escape Hybrid F6M6J19G217AA Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn MI 48121 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 6M6J 19G217 AA February 2005 First Printing Quick Reference Guide This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to replace your vehicle Owner s Guide which contains more detailed information concerning the features of your vehicle as well as important safety warnings designed to help reduce the risk of injury to you and your passengers Please read your entire Owner s Guide carefully as you begin learning about your new vehicle and refer to the appropriate sections when questions arise All information contained in this Quick Reference Guide was accurate at the time of duplication We reserve the right to change features operation and or functionality of any vehicle specification at any time Your Ford dealer is the best source for the most current information For detailed operating and safety information please consult your Owner s Guide MANUAL HEATING amp AIR CONDITIONING SYST
11. e Guide This vehicle has unique driving characteristics to maximize its hybrid operation Drive with care and wear a seatbelt at all times Ford urges you to read the Owner s Guide and the Driving Your SUV or Truck Supplement for further information on safe driving precautions and instructions
12. e Inflation Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Climate Control With the climate control system set to MAX A C defrost and defrost floor mode the orange graphics on your climate control the gas engine will run continuously reducing fuel economy The A C mode is more fuel efficient than the MAX A C mode Driver Habits Rapid starts jackrabbit starts towing and heavy loads all impact the amount of energy required to move the vehicle In general better fuel economy is achieved during moderate acceleration and deceleration as opposed to aggressive acceleration and deceleration This is true regardless of the mode in which you re operating Do not carry extra loads Do not decrease aerodynamics Use speed control Observe posted speed limits Keep engine tuned Normal Vehicle Operation Starting Turn the ignition key to the ON position while the vehicle is in Park P The gas engine will turn on but may shut off shortly after starting depending on temperature and battery state of charge This is a natural part of the Escape Hybrid s fuel saving features You do not need to restart the vehicle NOTE If the vehicle is left inoperative for over 31 days it may but probably won t be necessary to jump start the vehicle Your Escape Hybrid is equipped with a high voltage battery jump start feature in addition to the traditional 12V system Consult your Owner s Guide for jump start instructions
13. nce You may notice slight changes in drivability during the reconditioning process This is an important part of the Escape Hybrid s high voltage battery optimizing features Engine The engine speed in a hybrid is not directly tied to the vehicle speed Under certain conditions the engine speed as indicated on the tachometer while driving may appear much higher than that of a conventional automobile This is caused by engine speed optimization to maximize fuel economy In prolonged mountainous driving you may also see the engine tachometer slowly moving up and down This is done to maintain the battery You may also hear a slight whine or whistle when operating your vehicle This is the normal operation of the electric generator in the hybrid system If your 12V battery should become disconnected you may experience engine spin for 3 5 seconds after the key is turned to the OFF position for the next key cycle only The computer is relearning the start up characteristics of your vehicle Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy As with any vehicle fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits and accessory usage To maximize fuel economy try to extend the length of time you run in electric mode by lightly accelerating the vehicle The longer you keep the engine from starting the better the fuel economy you will achieve Please be aware of the following vehicle functions which reduce fuel economy performance Tir
14. ode press to select a disc in the CD player CAT is only available when equipped with satellite radio The kit to enable satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit 7 Setting Memory Preset Stations Select AM FM1 or FM2 band then select a station Next press and hold a control until the sound returns 8 Digital Signal Processing DSP Press DSP to access the Ambiance menu Press SEL to engage or disengage 9 Setting the Clock Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Press SEL to set the time Press MENU again to disengage the clock mode 1 3 5 7 8 10 2 6 4 9 11 SIX CD CHANGER if equipped 1 3 4 5 6 7 9 2 Essential Information gt 8 Unique Hybrid Operating Characteristics Battery The Ford Escape Hybrid is equipped with a high voltage battery temperature management system in the rear of the vehicle This system cools the battery in order to ensure battery life and optimize high voltage battery performance You may hear a slight tap sound as the vent door operates In addition you may hear a fan noise in the rear of the vehicle This is the temperature management fan These noises are a customary part of hybrid operation and do not require service The hybrid high voltage battery may go through a self reconditioning process from time to time to optimize high voltage battery performa
15. tem has detected a malfunction Have your vehicle serviced immediately at a Hybrid certified dealer 13 Front and Rear Wiper Washer Control Front Move the control down one position for intermittent operation Rotate the speed control up for fast intervals and down for slow intervals Move the control down two positions from OFF for normal or low speed wiper operation Move the control down three positions from OFF for high speed wiper operation Pull the control toward you to activate the windshield washer Release the control to stop washer fluid spray Move the control up and release for one wipe with mist Rear Rotate the end of the control upward to the position for intermittent operation Adjust the speed control for fast or slow intervals Rotate the control upward to ON for normal speed operation Rotate the control down to the position and release to activate the rear washer 14 Auxiliary Power Point 12V The 12V power point outlet located to the left of the 110 VAC outlet is designed for accessory plugs only Do not insert any other object damage will occur and blow the fuse This power outlet will require an adapter in order to plug in an electric device 15 Rear Window Defroster Control Push to clear the rear window of thin ice and frost The rear window defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes or when the ignition is turned off To manually turn off the defroster push the control 16 Power Point 110
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