Check Power Steering Level: 2009 Ford Escape XLT 2.5L 4 Cyl. XLT 2.5L 4 Cyl.

Our research indicates that your vehicle has an electric power steering system ("EPS" or "EPAS"). These systems use an electric motor instead of a hydraulic system and therefore do not have any power steering fluid to leak. Electric power steering typically require less maintenance and are more fuel efficient.

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Replace brights

On many cars, the high beam bulb runs at reduced power during the day - check 'em and change 'em!

2008 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L V6

Replace reverse light

White light when you back up - yup, they burn out and you can replace them with bright LEDs

2008 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L V6

Add brake fluid

If your brake fluid is a little low, learn how to add some here. Ignoring a low level leads to big problems

2012 Ford Escape XLT 2.5L 4 Cyl.

Replace the front turn signal

If your blinker doesn't blink, or blinks rapidly, you likely have a burnt out bulb

2008 Ford Escape XLT 3.0L V6