You love your Ford Escape, so you'll want to take good care of it for as long as possible. These guidelines will help you manage all of the necessary maintenance tasks recommended by Ford. Here's what you need to do.
Every 5,000 miles:
Every 5,000 miles, you should bring your Escape in for an oil change, including changing the oil filter. While you're at the shop, ask your mechanic to inspect the following components:
Interior and exterior lighting
Brakes
Fluid levels, topping off as needed
Engine cooling system
Steering system
During this service, you should rotate your tires and adjust their pressure as well. At every service, you should also check for recalls to ensure your Escape doesn't contain any potentially defective parts.
All 15,000 mile service items, plus:
Your 15,000-mile service will include all of the tasks from the 5,000-mile service, as well as some additional steps. Your mechanic should inspect your exhaust and differential systems, as well as the drive axle boots. You'll also need to replace your air filters and wiper blades at this time.
All 30,000 service items, plus:
Fuel lines
Ignition wires
Distributor cap
Transmission
In addition to inspecting the fuel lines, you'll also need to replace the fuel filter. If you have climate-controlled seats in your Escape, change the seat cushion filters as well.
Each Ford vehicle requires custom service and maintenance based on model, trim, engine and service duty. The above checklist is a standard recommended list and other services may be performed. Contact our service department to find out what maintenance services will be required on your specific vehicle.
