As you prepare your Ford Escape for long summer road trips or leisurely sunset drives around San Antonio, don’t forget that getting an oil change should be part of your preparations. Whether you take a DIY approach or plan to visit our service center in San Antonio, check out our Ford Escape engine oil guide for some useful information. Learn which Ford Escape oil type is best and which Ford Escape oil filter you need to keep your SUV running in tip-top shape this summer and beyond. Contact us if you have any questions!
Ford recommends using Motorcraft® motor oil for Ford vehicles, including the Ford Escape. Owned and operated by the Ford Motor Company, Motorcraft® produces mostly synthetic or synthetic-blended oils that are optimally formulated for use in Ford and Lincoln vehicles. On most Ford Escape models, Ford recommends that New Braunfels drivers useMotorcraft SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 fully synthetic motor oil.
If you’re wondering what those numbers and letters mean, “W” stands for “winter,” and the numbers to the left and right sides refer to oil viscosity—in cold weather and at normal operating temperatures, respectively. Since oil tends to thicken at low temperatures and thin at high temperatures, look for low numbers to the left and high numbers to the right of the “W.” This signifies oil that stays thin enough to run when cold and thick enough to provide lubrication when hot.
If you’re unsure of the oil capacity of the Ford Escape and don’t know how much engine oil you need to purchase, check your owner’s manual for the exact details. The oil capacity of the Ford Escape varies based on which engine you have. That said, you can generally expect the Ford Escape oil capacity to range between 5.0 and 6.0 quarts (with filter), so purchasing about 6.0 quarts per oil change should be a safe bet.
When you shop for a Ford Escape oil filter, search for the part number “S3614.” This product number refers to an oil filter from Shell Technology Products (STP) designed and fitted for specific Ford vehicles, including the Escape.
As was the case when finding the correct oil type, however, always check your owner’s manual for the most accurate information regarding which oil filter to use. You can also contact us and speak with the experts who staff our parts and service center for additional advice.
If you decide to do a DIY oil change at home in Bulverde, don’t forget to finish with an oil reset! This simply involves resetting the oil change light on your Ford Escape after an oil change. Doing so helps keep track of your oil so you know when to get it changed again.
Consult the steps below to perform an oil reset on your Ford Escape, but don’t forget to check your owner’s manual for details before attempting this on your own.
To perform a Ford Escape oil reset:
Make Northside Ford your go-to Ford dealership for your service and maintenance needs. Whether you need parts, routine maintenance, or emergency repairs, our factory-trained technicians can help get you back on the road in no time. Call us to set up an appointment, and while you are with us, be sure to check out our service coupons and specials. Visit us today, and let us show you why Bulverde drivers trust Northside Ford to keep their Ford vehicles running flawlessly.
