Ford Escape (2018 year). Manual — part 31

12 Volt DC Power Point

WARNING

Do not plug optional electrical
accessories into the cigar lighter
socket. Incorrect use of the cigar

lighter can cause damage not covered by
the vehicle warranty, and can result in fire
or serious injury.

Note: When you switch the ignition on, you
can use the socket to power 12 volt
appliances with a maximum current rating
of 15 amps.

If the power supply does not work after you
switch the ignition off, switch the ignition
on.
Note: Do not hang any accessory from the
accessory plug.

Note: Do not use the power point over the
vehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts or
a fuse may blow.

Note: Always keep the power point caps
closed when not in use.

Do not insert objects other than an
accessory plug into the power point. This
damages the power point and may blow
the fuse.

Run the vehicle for full capacity use of the
power point.

To prevent the battery from running out of
charge:
•

Do not use the power point longer than
necessary when the vehicle is not
running.

•

Do not leave devices plugged in
overnight or when you park your vehicle
for extended periods.

Locations

Power points may be in the following
locations:
•

On the front of the center console.

•

Inside the center console.

•

On the rear of the center console.

•

In the cargo area.

110 Volt AC Power Point

(If Equipped)

WARNING

Do not keep electrical devices
plugged in the power point whenever
the device is not in use. Do not use

any extension cord with the 110 volt AC
power point, since it will defeat the safety
protection design. Doing so may cause the
power point to overload due to powering
multiple devices that can reach beyond
the 150 watt load limit and could result in
fire or serious injury.

Note: The power point turns off when you
switch the ignition off, or when the battery
voltage drops below 11 volts.

You can use the power point for electric
devices that require up to 150 watts. It is
on the rear of the center console.

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When the indicator light on the power point
is:
•

On: The power point is working, the
ignition is on and a device is plugged
in.

•

Off: The power point is off, the ignition
is off or no device is plugged in.

•

Flashing: The power point is in fault
mode.

The power outlet temporarily turns off
power when in fault mode if the device
exceeds the 150 watt limit. Unplug your
device and switch the ignition off. Switch
the ignition back on, but do not plug your
device back in. Let the system cool off and
switch the ignition off to reset the fault
mode. Switch the ignition back on and
make sure the indicator light remains on.

Do not use the power point for certain
electric devices, including:
•

Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.

•

Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners,
electric saws and other electric power
tools or compressor-driven
refrigerators.

•

Measuring devices, which process
precise data, such as medical
equipment or measuring equipment.

•

Other appliances requiring an
extremely stable power supply such as
microcomputer-controlled electric
blankets or touch-sensor lamps.

CENTER CONSOLE

Stow items in the cup holder carefully as
items may become loose during hard
braking, acceleration or crashes, including
hot drinks which may spill.

Available console features include:

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Front storage compartment with
auxiliary power point and USB
port.

A

Cup holder.

B

Storage compartment with
auxiliary power point and USB
port.

C

Auxiliary power point.

D

OVERHEAD CONSOLE

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Press near the rear edge of the door to
open it.

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNINGS

Extended idling at high engine
speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and

exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or
other damage.

Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle
on dry grass or other dry ground
cover. The emission system heats up

the engine compartment and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire.

Do not start the engine in a closed
garage or in other enclosed areas.
Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always

open the garage door before you start the
engine.

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If

you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your vehicle inspected
immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.

If you disconnect the battery, your vehicle
may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approximately 5 mi
(8 km) after you reconnect it. This is
because the engine management system
must realign itself with the engine. You
can disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.

The powertrain control system meets all
Canadian interference-causing equipment
standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field or radio noise.

When you start the engine, avoid pressing
the accelerator pedal before and during
operation. Only use the accelerator pedal
when you have difficulty starting the
engine.

IGNITION SWITCH

(If Equipped)

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0 (off) - The ignition is off.

Note: When you switch the ignition off and
leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in
the ignition. This could cause your vehicle
battery to lose charge.

I (accessory) - Allows the electrical
accessories, such as the radio, to operate
while the engine is not running.

Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long. This could cause your
vehicle battery to lose charge.

II (on) - All electrical circuits are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.

III (start) - cranks the engine.

KEYLESS STARTING

(If Equipped)

Note: The keyless starting system may not
function if the key is close to metal objects
or electronic devices such as cellular phones

Note: A valid key must be located inside
your vehicle to switch the ignition on and
start the engine.