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I had the same problem with my 2002 Escape XLT. Another website suggested (and it worked for me) to check the coolant overflow reservoir. Apparently the signal for "low coolant" shows up as "check battery".

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Q: You own a 2002 Ford Escape and your battery light stays on for approx 5 min after you start the car you just put a new battery in What is the problem?
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