2012 Ford Escape Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Ford Escape model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Ford Escape built from 2012 through 2012 — the 2nd generation (final year), compact suv (boxy body style; fwd or 4wd). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012 Ford Escape

• 2012Final year of the 2nd generation and of the original Escape Hybrid; replaced by the all-new 2013 model. Mechanically identical to 2010–2011.

What transmission fluid does a 2012 Ford Escape take?

6F35 6-speed automatic: Mercon LV. Drain & fill takes roughly 4.5 qt (owner-reported); no dipstick on later units. Check level per service manual. Hybrid uses an eCVT transaxle (Mercon LV service fill).. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012 Ford Escape use?

Motorcraft Gold (yellow-colored, WSS-M97B51-A1). Hybrid also has a separate motor-electronics cooling loop. Do not mix systems..

What brake fluid does a 2012 Ford Escape take?

DOT 3 brake fluid.