Ford 2005 Escape Owner's Manual page 277

Fluid
Rear axle
lubricant
Windshield
washer fluid
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.
Maintenance and Specifications
Ford Part
Name
Motorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant
Motorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
Concentrate
Application
4X4
All
Capacity
2.96 pints (1.4L)
5
2.7 quarts
(2.6L)
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