FORD 2008 Escape v.2 - Manual (Page 189)

In R (Reverse), ABS and the Traction Control feature will continue to
function, however ESC and RSC are disabled.
All these conditions are normal during AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC
operation. Refer to the following table.
AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC Features
Button
functions “Sliding
car” icon
RSC ESC
Engine
Traction
Control
Brake
Traction
Control
Default at
start-up
Illuminated
during bulb
check
Enabled Enabled Enabled Enabled
Button
pressed
momentarily
Illuminated
solid
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Enabled
Button
pressed and
held more
than five
seconds
Flashes
then
illuminated
solid
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Disabled
below 25
mph (40
km/h)
Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; the
resulting changes to the vehicle’s handling can adversely affect
the AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC system.
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal
injury or property damage. The occurrence of a AdvanceTrac
௡ with
RSC event is an indication that at least some of the tires have
exceeded their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and
death. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.
If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC system, and the
AdvanceTrac
௡ with RSC button has not been pushed, the warning
indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on. If the warning
indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine is
running, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
2008 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Driving
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