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In the 2013 Ford Escape, the coolant used is pre-diluted Motorcraft orange, and using a different type may cause engine problems. Issues such as a spark plug coming loose or a loose gasket needing tightening can arise, which can lead to engine troubles. Overheating poses a serious risk, potentially resulting in car fires or explosions. Additionally, be prepared for excessive oil consumption, requiring prompt oil changes. For maintenance, replace the air filter every 15,000 to 30,000 miles, the coolant every 60,000 miles, and spark plugs every 100,000 miles unless using copper spark plugs, which should be changed every 30,000 miles.
What will happen if I've used regular coolant from the store in my 2013 Escape? I'm a widow and didn't know there were different types of coolant.
The recommended coolant for a 2013 Ford Escape with a 2.0L ecoboost engine is 9.7 quarts (9.2 liters) of engine coolant.
The Ford manual suggests using the pre-mixed Motorcraft orange antifreeze - coolant for the 2013 Ford Escape. For the 1.6L EcoBoost engine model with an 8.5-quart capacity, you should look for specification number VC-3DIL-B in the U.S., CVC-3DIL-B in Canada, and WSS-M97B44-D2.
The 2013 Ford Escape utilizes a universal dex-cool coolant.
The 2013 Ford Escape's Motorcraft Premium Gold Antifreeze and Coolant.