Air filter, Air filter(s), Maintenance and specifications – FORD 2011 Escape v.1 User Manual

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prevent damage to your transmission. Before you recreational flat tow,
your fluid level must be verified by an authorized dealer.

This fluid level is within the normal
operating fluid range and does not
require that you have your fluid
level readjusted after recreational
flat tow operation.

See the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on
recreational flat towing.

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)

1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.

2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.

3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move.

4. Clean the filler plug.

5. Remove the filler plug, located on
the lower, forward driver side of the
transmission, and inspect the fluid
level.

6. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening.

7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at
the bottom of the opening.

8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance
product specifications and capacities
section in this chapter.

AIR FILTER

Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.

When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer to Motorcraft

part numbers in this chapter.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air

cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

DO NOT ADD

ADD (CHECK HOT)

Maintenance and Specifications

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