Ford Escape Maintenance Schedule

If you want to drive around Philadelphia, Doylestown, and Warminster in a world-class compact SUV, your perfect vehicle is the Ford Escape. Providing both excitement and reliability, the Escape is the ideal automobile for most drivers, and if you want to protect your investment after purchasing this model, it's crucial that you follow your manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule. Check out this Ford Escape maintenance schedule so that you have the information you need to keep your SUV in tip-top shape.

Regular Service Tasks

At least once a month, you should make sure that your engine has enough oil. You should also check your tire pressure and examine your treads for wear and tear.

Once every six months or so, you should examine your Escape's battery connections to make sure they are firmly attached. If necessary, you should clean these connections. You will also need to check the drain holes in the doors and body of your vehicle to make sure they're unobstructed, and you should look for wear on the weather stripping of your doors.

7,500 Mile Oil Change

The first major appointment on your Ford Escape maintenance schedule will take place at the 7,500-mile marker. At this appointment, the engine oil in your car will get replaced for the first time. If you drive your car under normal conditions, this appointment may be able to wait until you hit 10,000 miles on the odometer. The more severe the conditions in which you operate your vehicle, the more often you will need an oil change.

At this appointment, and at every following oil change, you should also arrange for a multi-point inspection. Your service technicians will examine some of your vehicle's most important components, including the exhaust system, drive belts, suspension, and steering.

20,000 and 30,000 Miles

The next two appointments you will need to make for your SUV will occur at the 20,000 and 30,000-mile marks. These visits should be completed very quickly, as they only involve a few simple tasks. At the 20,000-mile appointment, for example, a technician will install a new cabin air filter. During the 30,000 miles visit, you'll have your engine air filter replaced.

100,000 and 150,000 Miles

Other than your oil changes, the next time you need to visit your dealership for service will be at the 100,000-mile mark. At this point, you will need your engine coolant drained and replaced. Every 100,000 miles, you will also need to replace your spark plugs and have your accessory drive belts inspected.

Whenever you accumulate 150,000 miles on your vehicle, you will need to make another appointment. At this visit, your technician will replace your accessory drive belts, change your automatic transmission fluid, and replace your timing belt, depending on your engine.

Maintenance at Fred Beans Ford of Doylestown

Working with the service team at Fred Beans Ford of Doylestown is the easiest way to follow your Ford Escape maintenance schedule. Whether you need an oil change or more extensive service, our professionals can get the job done quickly so you can get back to your life in Warminster, Philadelphia, and Doylestown.