FORD 2005 Escape v.1 - Manual (Page 184)

Never use the differentials as a
jacking point.
To lessen the risk of
personal injury, do not put
any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your
vehicle is on the jack. The jack is
only meant for changing the tire.
10. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench.
11. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem
is facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the
hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.
12. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
13. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown.
14. Reinstall the jack and tools in
the cargo area. To replace jack in
vehicle, guide the jack bottom first
in trim opening and position in
bracket, secure retention clip on
upper part of jack and close
thumbscrew. Make sure the jack is
fastened so it does not rattle when
you drive.
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2005 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Roadside Emergencies
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