2013 Ford Escape Coolant

These symptoms can indicate depleted coolant, a low level, or a leak that needs diagnosis. The system is under pressure and hot after running, so checking it should be done cold. A pressure test helps identify whether the system is losing coolant.

• Temperature gauge running higher than usual
• Sweet smell or a puddle beneath the front of the vehicle
• Rusty, cloudy, or low coolant in the reservoir

The refill uses the coolant type and concentration the manufacturer specifies for this vehicle. Testing helps distinguish service that is due from a leak requiring repair. Inspection should be performed with the vehicle cold because the system is pressurized after operation.

• Drain and refill with manufacturer-specified coolant
• Cooling-system pressure test for leaks
• Inspection of hoses, cap, radiator, and water pump area

No interval is stated here for this model year. Coolant additives can deplete while the fluid still looks normal, so appearance alone does not settle the question. A condition check and pressure test can also identify a leak that requires repair rather than a routine refill.

• Follow the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule
• Test coolant condition during a service visit
• Pressure-test the system when a leak is suspected

The correct refill should follow the manufacturer's specification for this vehicle. Colour is not a reliable guide to what is in the bottle, so matching by appearance can create an incorrect mixture. Bill Estes Ford Brownsburg can inspect the system and use the specified coolant during service.

• Use the manufacturer-specified coolant type
• Do not assume different coolants are interchangeable
• Do not use colour alone to identify coolant

Adding coolant may address a low reservoir temporarily, but it does not determine why the level changed or whether the coolant still protects the system. Never open a hot, pressurized cooling system; checking is done cold. Schedule an inspection if the level falls again or other symptoms appear.

• Check the system only when the vehicle is cold
• Do not treat repeated low levels as normal consumption
• Book an inspection if coolant continues to drop

Share the symptoms you have noticed, such as a high temperature gauge, sweet smell, puddle, or low reservoir. The visit can include coolant-condition testing, a pressure test, and inspection of the system components. You can also ask about current service specials.

• Book through the online service scheduler
• Call 463-842-1277 with your vehicle concerns
• Ask about coolant testing and available service specials