Ford Escape: Checking the engine oil
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick.
• 2.5L I4 engine
• 3.0L V6 engine
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.
• If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upper
lines, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
• If the oil level is below the lower hole or the lower line, engine oil
must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range.
• 2.5L I4 engine
• 3.0L V6 engine
• If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil
in this chapter.
• Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upper
hole or upper line may cause engine damage. If the engine is
overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized
dealer.
7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Engine oil
...Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommen ...See also:
Maintenance
• Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level ...
After Driving Off-Road
Off-road operation puts more stress on your vehicle than
does most on-road driving. After going off-road, it is
always a good idea to check for damage. That way you
can get any problems taken ca ...
Warning and indicator lamps
High-beam headlamps
ESP® OFF
Low-beam headlamps
Turn signal
ESP®
Turn signal
ear fog lamp
Tire pressure monitor (USA only)
SRS
ABS
Seat belt
Front fog lamps
Coolant
Br ...