Ford Escape: Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either
flash or stay lit.
• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
turned on.
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.
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Things you need to know
Operate the system only when
it is
safe to do so.
The requirements of national Road Traffic
Regulations always apply.
Observation of traffic signs and local traffic
regulations always take pri ...
Search & Send
"Search & Send" is a destination entry service. You can find further information
on "Search & Send" in the separate COMAND operating instructions. ...
Removing Discs from the In-dash Disc Changer
To remove the disc currently in play,
press the eject button. When a disc is
removed from a slot, the system
automatically begins the load
sequence so you can load another
disc in that posit ...