Ford Escape Hybrid (2012 year). Manual — part 19

Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever
the device is not in use. It is not recommended to use any
extension cord with the 110V AC power point, since it will defeat
the safety protection design provided by the cap and twist tab. It
will also cause the power point to overload due to powering
multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150W load limit.

The power point can switch to a fault mode when it is overloaded,
overheated, or shorted. For overloading and shorting conditions, unplug
your device and turn the ignition key off then on. For an overheating
condition, let the system cool off, then turn the ignition key off then on.

The 110V AC power point can provide power whenever the vehicle
ignition is on and the power point green indicator light located in the top
left corner is turned on. Refer to the indicator light code below for the
power point status.

Indicator light Code

Green light is on — Power point is ready to supply power
Green light is off — Power point power supply is off. Ignition is not on
Green light is blinking — Power point is in fault mode

POWER WINDOWS

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and pull the window switches
to open and close windows.
• Press down (to the first detent)

and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and

hold the switch to close.

Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are
open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This
noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately
2–3 inches (5–8 cm).

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One-touch down

Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control
down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and
release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch
to any position to stop the window operation.

Window lock

The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.

To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver’s) press the
right side of the control. Press the
left side to restore the window
controls.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system and moon roof
(if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is
turned off or until either front door is opened.

INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror

The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective)
state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle,
it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.

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Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if
equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will
display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when
the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R
(Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off.
Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Blind spot mirrors

Your vehicle is equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind spot
mirrors in the Driving chapter.

Fold-away mirrors

Fold the side mirrors in carefully
when driving through a narrow
space, like an automatic car wash.

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Heated outside mirrors

(if equipped)

Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.

Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

SPEED CONTROL

With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Using speed control

The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following
buttons work with speed control:

OFF: Press to turn speed control
off.

ON: Press to turn speed control on.

SET +: Press to set a speed or
increase a set speed.

SET –: Press to decrease a set
speed.

RES (Resume): Press to resume a
set speed.

Setting speed control

To set speed control:

1. Press and release ON.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

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