Ford Escape: Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug, located on
the lower, forward driver side of the
transmission, and inspect the fluid
level.
6. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at
the bottom of the opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter.
Checking transmission fluid level for recreational flat towoperation
Before recreational flat towing your vehicle, the transmission fluid level
may need to be set to a lower level. These guidelines are designed to
prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recre ...
Air filter
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer t ...
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Manual transmission operation (if equipped)
Using the clutch
Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents
cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parkin ...
Electronic immobiliser (Anti-theft starting system)
[For vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system].
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the keyless operation
system, refer to “keyless operation system : Electronic i ...
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with standard tires)
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■ Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift th ...
