Ford Escape Tire Pressure
The recommended Ford Escape tire pressure is 35 PSI. Find out what to do if your tire pressure monitoring system isn’t working.
Written by Rob Shapiro
Reviewed by Melanie Reiff
A Ford Escape's correct tire pressure is 35 pounds per square inch (PSI). Maintaining this pressure is important so that your tires wear evenly and you get to your destination safely.
For your car to be most efficient, you need your tires filled with the right amount of air. Improperly inflated tires can negatively affect gas mileage—or even pose a danger on the road. Your car's handling may be impaired, and you could even be at risk of a blowout. All of these issues can be expensive, but most are preventable.
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(or insurance for any other vehicle)! What is the right tire pressure for a Ford Escape?
According to the manufacturer, the recommended tire pressure for a Ford Escape is 35 PSI for both front and rear tires. You should always confirm this number by checking your owner’s manual or the sticker on the inside of the doorframe on the driver’s side—tire information is often listed there.
For tire pressure, there is some variance across Ford Escape trim levels. For instance, the
Ford Escape SE
requires 35 PSI for the front and rear tires but the Ford Escape SE Hybrid
can suffice with 33 to 36 PSI for each set of tires.The tires you use also influence the required tire pressure. High-performance tires, like summer tires, might have a different tire pressure than all-season ones. If you ever modify your tires, you need to understand the tire pressure specifications for your new wheels.
Tire pressure recommendations for other Ford vehicles
Vehicle | Front tire pressure | Rear tire pressure |
|---|---|---|
2022 Ford Bronco | 35 to 39 PSI | 35 to 39 PSI |
2022 Ford Explorer | 33 to 35 PSI | 33 to 35 PSI |
2022 Ford Mustang | 32 to 35 PSI | 32 to 35 PSI |
2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty | 35 PSI | 35 PSI |
2022 Ford F-150 | 35 PSI | 35 PSI |
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How to check Ford Escape tire pressure
Checking your Escape’s tire pressure depends on your vehicle’s model year and options. The Escape has a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) as an added safety feature. This will light up a correlating icon when one or more of your tires is under-inflated. For this feature to kick in, a tire needs to be severely under-inflated.
Of course, if you want to check for yourself or the monitoring system isn’t working, just remove each tire’s valve stem cap and push a tire pressure gauge onto the valve stem. This will provide a reading, telling you whether you need to add or remove air. You can perform a tire pressure test at home or at a gas station if they have an air-filling station.
Your vehicle might be hinting at a problem with your tire pressure in some low-key ways. Some of the telltale signs include decreased performance, an uneven ride, and steering that isn’t quite right. If you have even the slightest inclination that something is off with your tires, you should go ahead and check.
How often should you check tire pressure?
You should check your tire pressure monthly or before you embark on a long road trip.
How to tell if your Ford Escape needs new tires
It’s recommended to change your Ford Escape tires every five to six years. When you check your tire pressure, you should also inspect for wear and tear on your tires, specifically the treads. If you notice low tread depth or cracks and bulges in the tire, you should have new tires installed on your car.
If you get a depth reading higher than 6/32 of an inch, your treads are still in good condition. But if the depth is lower than 5/32 of an inch, your tires might not be able to get the traction needed to drive on wet and icy road surfaces. A reading at or below 2/32 inch means that you need to replace your tires immediately.
There’s also the penny method—an easy way to check tire tread. Insert a U.S. penny Lincoln’s-head-first into the tire tread. If the top of the President’s head is still visible, it’s time for new tires.
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How to reset the Ford Escape tire pressure monitoring system light
TPMS is a great feature but it can be finicky. Sometimes that warning light won’t turn off. In this case, you will need to
reset your tire pressure light
. For starters, if the TPMS light is lit on your dashboard, you should check each tire’s pressure and inflate as necessary to the right PSI. If this doesn’t turn the light off, try these steps:
- Drive a minimum of 50 MPH for 10 minutes. Many times, when you turn the car off and then on again, the light will be off.
- Turn on your car without turning on the ignition. Then, find the TPMS reset button (often located under or close to the steering wheel), and press it until the light blinks three times. You should then release the button, turn on the ignition, and hopefully, the light will be off.
- Inflate the tires (including the spare tire) to 3 PSI above the recommended amount. Then you need to completely deflate them. Once complete, inflate them again to the correct tire pressure. This should reset the TPMS sensors.
- Turn the vehicle off, open the hood, and disconnect the positive battery cable with a wrench. Turn on the car and honk the horn for at least 3 seconds to discharge any remaining energy. Turn off the car, then reconnect thebattery.
How to save on Ford Escape insurance
Driving with the correct tire pressure is a great way to save on car-related expenses. If you’re prudent and regularly check the tire pressure, you can increase your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and steer clear of accidents and costly repairs.
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