FORD 2007 Escape v.2 - Manual (Page 72)

Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features.
The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is
not securely installed.
Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may
obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of
a sudden stop or collision.
Cargo management system (if equipped)
The cargo management system consists of a storage compartment
located in the floor of the rear cargo area.
1. To open, lift the release handle
and the lid. The lid can be removed
to allow for extra storage.
2. To close, lower the lid and push
handle until latch clicks.
This storage compartment is not designed to restrain objects
during a collision with the lid removed.
LUGGAGE RACK
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
roof rack. The maximum load for
the roof rack is 100 lbs (44 kg),
evenly distributed on the cross-bars.
If it is not possible to evenly
distribute the load, position it in the
center or as far forward on the
cross-bars as possible.
Do not use the vehicle’s door
handles as tie down loops.
2007 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Driver Controls
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