2014 Ford Escape Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 410

Scheduled Maintenance Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) Every 30000 miles (48000 Change automatic transmission fluid. km) Every 60000 miles (96000 Replace spark plugs. km) * This is an optional feature. Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads) Inspect frequently, service as required Every 5000 miles (8000 km) Replace cabin air filter. * Replace engine air filter. Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth. Every 5000 miles (8000 km) or six months Change engine oil and filter. ** Perform multi-point inspection. Every 30000 miles (48000 Change automatic transmission fluid. km) * This is an optional feature. ** Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Engine Oil Check (page 211). Exclusive use of E85 (flex fuel vehicles only) Every oil change If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel. Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been submerged in water. During long periods 407 Exceptions There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule: Escape/Kuga (TM2)