Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2006 Escape v.3 User Manual
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Fluid
Ford Part Name
Application
Capacity
Engine coolant
4
Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)
2.3L I4 engine
with manual
transaxle
5.3 quarts
(5.0L)
2.3L I4 engine
with automatic
transaxle
6.3 quarts
(6.0L)
3.0L V6 Duratec
engine with
automatic
transaxle
10.6 quarts
(10.0L)
Rear axle
lubricant
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90 Premium
Rear Axle
Lubricant
4X4
2.96 pints
(1.4L)
5
Windshield
washer fluid
Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate
All
2.7 quarts
(2.6L)
1
Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used.
Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick
blade. MERCON
and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO
NOT mix MERCON
and MERCON V. Refer to your scheduled
maintenance information to determine the correct service
interval.
2
Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
3
Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range.
4
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
5
Fill to 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14 mm) below bottom of fill hole.
6
Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
2006 Escape (204)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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