Most of your newer vehicles are using a 5W30 weight oil. There should be a sticker either in the glove box, drivers door or on the hood or radiator support that will verify this. If the vehicle has high mileage I personally would suggest a 10W30 oil.
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According to the 2003 Ford Escape owners manual ( 5W-20 ) is the recommended engine oil weight for the 2.0 liter four cylinder and the 3.0 liter V6 engine ( Helpfull )
The curb weight of the 2003 Ford Escape is 3065 lbs..
The gross weight of the 2003 Ford Escape is 4127 lbs..
According to the 2008 Ford Escape Owner Guide ( 5W-20 ) for the 2.3 and 3.0 liter engines
The recommended weight of oil for a 2003 Ford Econoline Van 6 cylinder is 5W20. It requires 6 quarts of oil.
The 2003 Ford Escape has 16 valves.
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The 2003 Ford Escape has a 5-speed manual.
The 2003 Ford Escape is a gas-powered vehicle.
The 2003 Ford Escape has an inline 4 engine.
The 2003 Ford Escape has double overhead cam (DOHC).
The maximum payload of the 2003 Ford Escape is 978 lbs..
The 2003 Ford Escape has a 28.5 degrees angle of approach.