Ford Escape Hybrid (2012 year). Manual — part 84

Genuine Ford parts and service

When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership for
all your vehicle’s needs.

There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all your
service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great.

Convenience

Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make
your service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service?

Factory-trained technicians

Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored
certification training to help them become experts on the operation of
your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training and certification
their technicians have received.

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft

姞 replacement parts

Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraft

威 branded replacement parts.

These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a
nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited
warranty. Your dealer can give you details.

Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs

Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.

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Owner checks and services

Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.

Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.

Engine oil/coolant change intervals

Engine oil

As indicated by the message center (can be
up to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])

Engine coolant and
motor/electronics
coolant, initial change

6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)

Engine coolant and
motor/electronics
coolant, after initial
change

Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)

Check every month

Engine oil level

Function of all interior and exterior lights

Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare

Windshield washer fluid level

Check every six months

Battery connections; clean if necessary

Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary

Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength

Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary

Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary

Parking brake for proper operation

Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function

Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation

Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary

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Multi-point inspection

In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the
systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify
potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company
recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every
scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps
running great.

Multi-point inspection – Recommended each visit

Accessory drive belt(s)

Half-shaft dust boots (if equipped)

Battery performance

Horn operation

Clutch operation (if equipped)

Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses

Engine air filter

Suspension component for leaks or
damage

Exhaust system

Steering and linkage

Exterior lamps and hazard
warning system operation

Tires for wear and proper pressure,
including spare

Fluid levels*; fill if necessary

Windshield for cracks, chips or pits

For oil and fluid leaks

Washer spray and wiper operation

*Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission
(with an underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and
window washer

Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the
multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a comprehensive way to perform a
thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s your checklist that gives you
immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. You’ll know
what’s been checked, what’s okay, as well as those things that may
require future or immediate attention. The multi-point vehicle inspection
is one more way to keep your vehicle running great!

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