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What is the 2008 Ford Escape oil type?

I have a 2008 Ford Escape and want to start doing my oil changes. I’m having difficulty finding information on what I need—what type of oil does it take?

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Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Oil changes on your car are a great way to reduce car expenses. For a 2008
Ford Escape
, the recommended oil is Mobil 1 Extended Performance Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-20 5 Quart or Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil.
High-quality oil is key to running your engine smoothly; typically, pure synthetic oil will lead to better engine performance than conventional oil or oil blends.
Here’s something else to consider. While you’re already changing the oil on your Escape, why not check some other maintenance items off your list? Here are ones to check out:
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