Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Ford Escape Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2021-2022 (2021-2022).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil (1.5L Eng)
2.70 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG Oil YN-35 Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 8F35)
8.45 QTS. (7.99 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity.
Brake Fluid
— MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: Use only MOTOCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
Differential Gear Oil (Turbocharger)
0.80 QTS. (0.75 L) — MOTORCRAFT Disconnect Rear Drive Unit Note: Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng)
7.76 QTS. (7.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
Engine Oil (1.5L Eng)
5.30 QTS. (5.01 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.
Transfer Case Fluid
0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Approximate capacity.
Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.5L Eng)
4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD HF45)
4.76 QTS. (4.5 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity.
Differential Gear Oil (SE Plug-In Hybrid,SEL Plug-In Hybrid,Titanium Plug-In Hybrid)
0.75 QTS. (0.7 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant (2.5L Eng)
5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
Engine Oil (2.5L Eng)
5.70 QTS. (5.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity.
Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.0L Eng)
3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG Oil YN-35 Note: Approximate capacity.
Engine Coolant (2.0L Eng)
8.70 QTS. (8.23 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted
Engine Oil (2.0L Eng)
5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
Notes
- →Approximate capacity.
- →Use only MOTOCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir.
- →Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
- →Approximate capacity. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
This vehicle's factory manual
2021 Ford Escape: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
Related for Your 2021 Ford Escape
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2021 Ford Escape?
- The 2021 Ford Escape fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil (1.5L Eng): 2.70 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG Oil YN-35 Note: Approximate capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD 8F35): 8.45 QTS. (7.99 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity., Brake Fluid: — MOTORCRAFT DOT 4 Low Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid, or equivalent. Note: Use only MOTOCRAFT DOT 4 LV High Performance Brake Fluid or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2 and ISO 4925 Class 6. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause brake system damage. Fill between "max" and "min" lines on reservoir., Differential Gear Oil (Turbocharger): 0.80 QTS. (0.75 L) — MOTORCRAFT Disconnect Rear Drive Unit Note: Approximate capacity., Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng): 7.76 QTS. (7.34 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted, Engine Oil (1.5L Eng): 5.30 QTS. (5.01 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity. Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates: SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil., Transfer Case Fluid: 0.40 QTS. (0.37 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear Lubricant Note: Approximate capacity., Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.5L Eng): 4.70 OZS. (0.13 L) — POE Oil YN-34 Note: Approximate capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Trans Mfr CD HF45): 4.76 QTS. (4.5 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity., Differential Gear Oil (SE Plug-In Hybrid,SEL Plug-In Hybrid,Titanium Plug-In Hybrid): 0.75 QTS. (0.7 L) — MOTORCRAFT Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON ULV Note: Approximate capacity., Engine Coolant (2.5L Eng): 5.00 QTS. (4.73 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted, Engine Oil (2.5L Eng): 5.70 QTS. (5.39 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity., Air Cond Compressor Oil (2.0L Eng): 3.40 OZS. (0.1 L) — PAG Oil YN-35 Note: Approximate capacity., Engine Coolant (2.0L Eng): 8.70 QTS. (8.23 L) — MOTORCRAFT Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted, Engine Oil (2.0L Eng): 5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Note: Approximate capacity. To improve engine cold start performance use: MOTORCRAFT SAE 0W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil..
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Ford Escape take?
- The 2021 Ford Escape takes 2.70 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG Oil YN-35 Note: Approximate capacity..