Service and repair manuals for 24 model years of the Ford Escape, 2001 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Ford published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.0L V6 — 181 cu in, DOHC · 2.0L I4 — 121 cu in, DOHC · 2.3L I4 — DOHC · 2.5L I4 — 152 cu in, DOHC · 1.6L I4 — 97 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 1.5L I3 — 91 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 99 recalls, 35,388 owner complaints and 2,326 technical service bulletins are logged for the Escape. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Escape year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55.99 | 1 | 1.5L I3; 2.0L I4; 2.5L I4 | ST-Line Sport Utility 4-Door · ST-Line Elite Sport Utility 4-Door · ST-Line Elite Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · ST-Line Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door +6 | details → |
| 2023 | $55.99 | 4 | 2.5L I4; 1.5L I3; 2.0L I4 | ST-Line Sport Utility 4-Door · ST-Line Elite Sport Utility 4-Door · Active Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · ST-Line Elite Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door +8 | details → |
| 2022 | $55.99 | 9 | 2.5L I4; 1.5L I3; 2.0L I4 | SEL Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 2021 | $55.99 | 10 | 1.5L I3; 2.0L I4; 2.5L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door +7 | details → |
| 2020 | $55.99 | 10 | 1.5L I3; 2.0L I4; 2.5L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2019 | $55.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · S Plus Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2018 | $55.99 | 1 | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · S Plus Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2017 | $42.99 | 2 | 2.0L I4; 1.5L I4; 2.5L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · S Plus Sport Utility 4-Door · Titanium Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2016 | $42.99 | 3 | 2.5L I4; 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · Trend Sport Utility 4-Door · Titanium Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2015 | $42.99 | 6 | 2.5L I4; 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4 | SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · Trend Sport Utility 4-Door · Titanium Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2014 | $42.99 | 5 | 2.5L I4; 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4 | SE Plus Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · S Plus Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2013 | $42.99 | 10 | 2.5L I4; 1.6L I4; 2.0L I4 | SE Plus Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · SEL Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2012 | $42.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.0L V6 | Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Plus Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2011 | $42.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.0L V6 | Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Plus Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2010 | $42.99 | 3 | 2.5L I4; 3.0L V6 | Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2009 | $42.99 | 1 | 2.5L I4; 3.0L V6 | Limited Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2008 | $42.99 | 2 | 3.0L V6; 2.3L I4; 2.5L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2007 | $42.99 | 2 | 3.0L V6; 2.3L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Deportivo Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2006 | $42.99 | 3 | 3.0L V6; 2.3L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Deportivo Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2005 | $42.99 | 2 | 3.0L V6; 2.3L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · Hybrid Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Deportivo Sport Utility 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2004 | $42.99 | 4 | 3.0L V6; 2.0L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2003 | $42.99 | 5 | 3.0L V6; 2.0L I4 | Limited Sport Utility 4-Door · XLS Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2002 | $42.99 | 6 | 3.0L V6; 2.0L I4 | XLS Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2001 | $42.99 | 6 | 3.0L V6; 2.0L I4 | XLS Sport Utility 4-Door · XLT Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 Escape manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 2,058
- General Information 1,604
- Accessories & Equipment 1,881
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 370
- Body & Frame 779
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 205
- Brakes 292
- Maintenance 73
- Drivelines & Axles 97
- Restraints 195
- Electrical 2,384
- Steering 158
- Engine Mechanical 523
- Suspension 192
- Engine Performance 555
- Transmission 398
- Generator Stud Bolt 35
- Generator Bolt 35
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Escape manual | $42.99–$55.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Escape manual
Which Escape years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2001 to 2024 — 24 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Ford Escape manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Ford published for the Escape, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Escape wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Escape manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover Escape recalls?
99 recalls are on federal record across the 2001–2024 Escape, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Ford dealers.
Why do some Escape years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2001–2017 at $42.99, 2018–2024 at $55.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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