2021 FORD ESCAPE oil change

Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, rotors, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant level/strength and the hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the rear axle and U-joints - all-wheel drive.
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-
joints.
Inspect the tires, tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals. Brake Fluid Maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for the
interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every 20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt(s). 2
Change the automatic transmission fluid.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt(s). 3
Replace the timing belt (1.5L engine).
Change the engine coolant. 4
At
200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
3 If not replaced within the last
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
4 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily
in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED
message appearing in the
information display.
• Example 1
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
(for example, the
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor was reset
at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)). Perform
the engine air filter replacement.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect rear axle and U-joints (AWD).
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Perform multi-point inspection.
Change automatic transmission fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
The normal oil change interval for vehicles
operating in the Middle East, North Africa,
Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using an American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines (Certification mark) oil
of SM or SN quality is
3,000 mi
(5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
2,000 mi (3,000 km)
. Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
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Electric Power Steering.............................233
Electric Power Steering Adaptive
Steering............................................................. 233
Electric Power Steering Precautions..........233
Electric Vehicle Information....................462 Charge Preferences.......................................... 465
Charge Settings................................................. 463
Charge Time Settings...................................... 466
Departure Time Settings................................ 466
Engine On Due To.............................................. 462
Power Flow.......................................................... 462
Vehicle Operational States............................ 462
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............560
Emergency Call Limitations........................57
Emergency Call Requirements..................57
Emergency Call System Data....................25
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F24...............................322
Emergency Towing - 8-Speed Automatic Transmission – 8F35...............................322
Emergency Towing - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (PHEV)
..........................................322
Emission Law................................................558 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........559
Tampering With a Noise Control System.............................................................. 559
Enabling Remote Start...............................134
End User License Agreement..................533 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 533
Engine Block Heater.....................................175 Engine Block Heater Precautions.................. 175
How Does the Engine Block Heater Work.................................................................... 175
Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 175
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 1.5L EcoBoost™........................................396
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 397
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.0L EcoBoost™
.......................................397
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates........................................................... 398Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -
2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/
Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV).........................................................399
Engine Oil
.......................................................338
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 338
Checking the Engine Oil Level...................... 338
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification.................................................. 339
Engine Oil Dipstick Overview........................ 338
Resetting the Engine Oil Change Reminder......................................................... 338
Engine Specifications - 1.5L EcoBoost™..................................................391
Engine Specifications - 2.0L EcoBoost™.................................................392
Engine Specifications - 2.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid
Electric Vehicle (PHEV).........................393
Entering a Parallel Parking Space.........243
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space............................................................244
Entertainment..............................................445 AM/FM Radio...................................................... 446
Apps....................................................................... 454
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 453
CD........................................................................\
.... 452
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)........................................................ 449
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 447
Sources................................................................. 445
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 454
USB Ports............................................................. 454
Evasive Steering Assist
..............................284
Evasive Steering Assist Limitations............284
Switching Evasive Steering Assist On and
Off...................................................................... 284
What Is Evasive Steering Assist................... 284
EV Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)/Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(PHEV)...........................................................127
Event Data
.........................................................23
Exiting a Parking Space.............................244
Extending the Remote Start Duration.........................................................134
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