FORD 2005 Escape Hybrid v.2 - Manual (Page 14)

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may
illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to test and make
sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle,
have the respective system inspected immediately.
Note: A message may be displayed in the message center in conjunction
with an illuminated warning light, refer to Message Center in the Driver
Controls chapter for more information.
Service engine soon: The Service
engine soon indicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the RUN position to check
the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to
On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could
damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid
heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced
immediately.
Note: If ignition is turned to the RUN position but the vehicle has not
been started, the light will stay illuminated and “SERVICE EMISSION
SYS” will be displayed in the message center, refer to Message Center in
the Driver Controls chapter.
2005 Escape Hybrid (hev)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
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