Instrument cluster – FORD 2013 Escape v.3 User Manual

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Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You will continue

to have the normal braking system
(without ABS) unless the brake system
warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the
system checked by your authorized dealer.

Battery

If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical

equipment and have the system checked
by your authorized dealer immediately.

Blind Spot Monitor

(If Equipped)

E124823

It will illuminate when you switch
this feature off or in conjunction
with a message. See Blind Spot

Monitor (page 175). See Information
Messages (page 89).

Brake System

E138644

It will illuminate when you
engage the parking brake with
the ignition on.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check
that the parking brake is not engaged. If
the parking brake is not engaged, this
indicates low brake fluid level or a brake
system malfunction. Have the system
checked immediately by your authorized
dealer.

WARNING

Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance

may occur. It will take you longer to stop
your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by
your authorized dealer immediately. Driving
extended distances with the parking brake
engaged can cause brake failure and the
risk of personal injury.

Cruise Control

(If Equipped)

E71340

It will illuminate when you switch
this feature on. See Using
Cruise Control (page 174).

Direction Indicator

Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard warning
flasher is turned on. If the

indicators stay on or flash faster, check for
a burned out bulb. See Changing a Bulb
(page 236).

Engine Oil

If it illuminates with the engine
running or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check
(page 226).

Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by your authorized
dealer immediately.

Fasten Safety Belt

It will illuminate and a chime will
sound to remind you to fasten
your safety belt. See Safety

Belt Minder (page 31).

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