The brake fluid master-cylinder cap usually specifies the correct type brake fluid for the vehicle. It is embossed in the warning statement on the cap. If the vehicle's master=cylinder cap does not have a warning statement there is usually a label near the cap that details the brake fluid information. The information is also typically in the owners manual under fluids and maintenance. I believe this vehicle should use DOT 3 brake fluid.
According to the 2002 Ford Escape Owner Guide : ( DOT 3 brake fluid , meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A )
According to the Owner Guide , Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 brake fluid
The brake fluid reservoir
On a 2006 Ford Escape : The brake fluid reservoir is also the clutch fluid reservoir
DOT 3 brake fluid
According to the 2001 Ford Escape Owner Guide ( for North America ) ( DOT 3 brake fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A )
Actually, the ford escape has a factory recall on the ABS. (anti lock brake system). Take it to your ford dealer and they will fix it for free. Low brake fluid
Use DOT3 brake fluid. It is written on the top of the fill cap.
According to the 2002 Ford Escape owners manual ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid ) is used as the power steering fluid
DOT ( 3 ) brake fluid meeting Ford specification ( ESA-M6C25-A )
Between the brake fluid reservoir and the firewall
Brake and clutch fluid type: DOT 3 heavy duty brake fluid. - Haynes Repair Manual #36071, 1993-2005 Ford Ranger Pick-ups