Ford Escape: Sand
When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels.
Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution.
Emergency maneuvers
• In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn
must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,
turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as requi ...
Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
...
See also:
Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without smart key system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the
following
situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport o ...
Notes on driving
If the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tire pressures and correct them
if necessary.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that the tires do not get deformed
by the curb or other obstacl ...
Folding Seats
Folding Rear Seats
To fold the rear seats forward: 1) Remove the luggage compartment cover.
2) Stow the seat belt buckles of the center and left seating position into the
pocket of the seat cush ...
