Common leak points are oil pressure sensor, oil pan, and timing cover gasket.
The oil pressure sensor is in that location.
5w305w30
5w30
The oil pan is on the bottom of the engine.
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5w30
The engine uses 5W30 conventional.
Any name brand 5w30.
5W30
A 2001 Ford escape differential leak is usually caused by a bad seal. Replace the differential seal. The new seal should stop the oil leak.
Yes, it is part of the oil pump inside the engine.
On the lowest point of the oil pan.