Ford Escape: Measuring techniques - Essentials of good fuel economy - Maintenance and Specifications - Ford Escape Owner's ManualFord Escape: Measuring techniques

Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles–3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).

    Filling the tank
    The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of thi ...

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    Detachable key blade
    The key blade can be removed from the remote key. When removed, the key blade can be used to: • Lock/unlock the driver's door if the remote key is not functioning properly • Lock/unlock th ...

    Driving on snow or ice
    - Wet ice (328F, 08C and freezing rain), very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on. The vehicle will have much less traction or “grip” under these conditions. Try ...

    Storage spaces
    Storage spaces 1 Compartment in door panel 2 Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions 3 Glove compartment 4 Storage compartment, 12-volt socket and AUX input/USB connector 5 ...