Ford Escape: Roll Stability Controlâ„¢ (RSC)
Roll Stability Control (RSC ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC operates by detecting the vehicle’s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually.
During an event that activates Roll Stability Controlâ„¢ (RSC ), the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash.
Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the RSC system, which include:
• Emergency lane-change
• Taking a turn too fast
• Quick maneuvering to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directional stability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates b ...Switching off traction control
If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose engine power, switching off the traction control features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system may be beneficial because the wheels are ...See also:
Vehicle Reminder Messages
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message is displayed when ice conditions are possible.
TURN WIPER CONTROL TO INTERMITTENT FIRST
This message is displayed when attempting to adjust the intermitten ...
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
- Always use tires of the same type,
size, brand, construction (bias, biasbelted
or radial), and tread pattern
on all four wheels. Failure to do so
may result in a circumference difference ...
Sentry key
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized
vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whethe ...