Jump starting your vehicle, Preparing your vehicle, Jump starting – FORD 2005 Escape v.5 User Manual

Page 221: Roadside emergencies

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Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Power Distribution Box Description

R4

Cooling fan relay

R5

High/Low speed fan relay 1

R6

Blower motor relay

R7

Starter relay

R8

High/Low speed fan relay 2

R9

Fog lamps relay

R10

A/C relay

D1

Not used

D2

A/C diode

* Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or

vehicle damage.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may
damage the catalytic converter.

Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission
may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.
1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.

2005 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Roadside Emergencies

221

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