Engine Oil
5W-20
Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.3 qt
with filter
3.8 qt without filter
Oil Filter
FL-500-S
Motorcraft (OEM)
OEM spec: WSS-M2C945-B1
The 2017 Ford Escape takes 5W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 4.3 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-500-S, with 3 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 3 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 2017 FORD ESCAPE
Torque your drain plug to 30 Nm (22 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads. Using the OEM filter (Motorcraft FL-500-S) is recommended for warranty compliance. Always use 5W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Ford — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty. Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval. Viscosity 5W-20
Oil type Full Synthetic
Capacity (with filter) 4.3 qt
Capacity (w/o filter) 3.8 qt
OEM spec WSS-M2C945-B1
Filter Options
OEM oil filter
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size 16 mm
Thread M14x1.5
Torque spec 30 Nm
Gasket Crush washer
3rd gen C520 (1.5L/2.0L EcoBoost)
Type Mercon LV
Capacity 4 qt
Change interval 60,000 mi
DOT type DOT 3
Change interval 45,000 mi
Type Motorcraft Gold
Color Yellow
Capacity 7 qt
Change interval 120,000 mi
Spark Plugs
Type Iridium
Gap 0.052
Quantity 4
Change interval 100,000 mi
Battery
Motorcraft BXT-65-650 OEM
Buy Tires
Size 215/55R17
Front pressure 33 PSI
Rear pressure 33 PSI
Brake Pads
Motorcraft BR1551B OEM front
Buy Wiper Blades
Bosch 18A passenger, 18"
Buy Rain-X 18-1 passenger, 18"
Buy 5k mi 7.5k mi 10k mi 15k mi 20k mi 30k mi 50k mi 60k mi 90k mi 100k mi 150k mi
≈ every 6 months
▸ Change Engine Oil & Filterspark plug
14mm thread, aluminum head
18 ft-lb · 24.4 Nm
16V617000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford Escape Titanium and SE vehicles manufactured October 5, 2015, to May 12, 2016. The settings for the closing-force of the power-operated windows may allow the windows to close on an object such as a body part and injure it before the windows auto-reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
22V413000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
26V011000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Focus, 2013-2019 Escape, and 2015-2016 MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
All categories TRAILER HITCHES ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING POWER TRAIN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL UNKNOWN OR OTHER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE SEATS POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EQUIPMENT POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC SERVICE BRAKES STRUCTURE EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL TIRES EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD ENGINE SUSPENSION SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK STEERING SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM LANE DEPARTURE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL WHEELS SUSPENSION:REAR VISIBILITY
SSM 48335 TRAILER HITCHES 2019-11-20
Some 2017-2019 Escape vehicles may exhibit a 'Trailer Connected' or 'Trailer Disconnected' message in the vehicle's message center with no trailer attached to the vehicle. To correct this condition, reprogram the trailer module (TRM) using the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool. For claiming use causal part (19H332) and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
SSM 48340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2019-11-21
Some 2016-2019 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after updating to the latest version of V3.0 software. This issue occurs when the SYNC 3 system has been previously modified using an aftermarket device to display the Ford GT welcome screen/HMI Theme. To correct this issue, please contact the Technical Hotline Assistance Center to have the vehicle restored back to its original state.
TSB 19-2346 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2019-12-20
Some 2015-2018 Edge and 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ/Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a low coolant level, white exhaust smoke and/or a runs rough condition with or without an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) may include P0300, P0301-P0304, P0316, P0217, P1285 and/or P1299 stored in powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to coolant intrusion into the cylinder. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to replace the long block engine assembly.
Show all 238 TSBs(+235) Private Party
$10,032–$11,088
Dealer Retail
$11,616–$13,200
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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