2002 Ford Escape
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Oct 29, 2026
The 2002 Ford Escape takes 5W-20 Conventional with a total capacity of 4.5 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 16mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 30 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Motorcraft FL-400S, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 10 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2002 FORD ESCAPE
- Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
- Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-400S) is recommended for warranty compliance.
- Always use 5W-20 Conventional as specified by Ford — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity5W-20
Oil typeConventional
Capacity (with filter)4.5 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)4 qt
OEM specWSS-M2C930-A
Filter Options
MotorcraftFL-400SOEM
BuyMotorcraftFL-820SOEM
BuyWix51348
BuyMotorcraft spin-on (Ford E4FZ-6731-AB), 3.0L Vulcan OHV V6 and 2008-09 3.5L Duratec
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size16 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec30 Nm
GasketCrush washer
1st gen CD2 (2.0L/3.0L)
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Fluid Specifications
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Parts & Specifications
Spark Plugs
TypeIridium
Gap0.052
Quantity4
Change interval100,000 mi
Tires
Size215/55R17
Front pressure33 PSI
Rear pressure33 PSI
Cabin Air Filter
FordYL8Z-19N619-ABOEM
Buy04
Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 6 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
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Torque Specifications
06
Safety Recalls
1007
Technical Service Bulletins
107Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$32,000
Private Party
$3,040–$3,360
Dealer Retail
$3,520–$4,000
Trade-In
$2,720–$3,040
Depreciation
90%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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Tools & Supplies
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