I've had this problem on my 01 Escape and had to have the front brake hose replaced. According to the mechanic, Ford has had a lot of problems with these hoses. I'm replacing the rear hose tomorrow.
According to the 2001 Ford Escape Owner Guide ( for North America ) ( DOT 3 brake fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A )
Under the steering wheel on the left side of the brake
The 2001 Ford Escape has 16 valves.
The 2001 Ford Escape has an inline 4 engine.
The 2001 Ford Escape is a gas-powered vehicle.
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In the quart size tank under the hood behind the driver hadlight.
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The 2001 Ford Escape's turning circle is 35.4 ft..
The height of the 2001 Ford Escape is 5 ft. 9.1 in. (69.1 in.).
The 2001 Ford Escape runs on regular unleaded.
The 2001 Ford Escape is 14 ft. 5 in. (173 in.) long.