Have 2008 escape with 105 k. still no need to change. Have Chev s10 with 150k Still original. if drving close to home wait til it breaks.
You should change it when it becomes frayed cracked, or loose. It should last at least 100,000 miles.
The diagram is similar to a Ford Focus. This applies to a 2.0L Escape 2004. http://www.fixya.com/uploads/Images/A4E447B.jpg Ford stuck a diagram on the front fender of the Escape 2004 but it was incorrect.
Change the belt
very carefully
Here are instructions for a 2004. There should be little, if any difference.
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To change the serpentine belt tensioner on a 2004 Pontiac Vibe, first, ensure the engine is off and cool. Use a socket wrench to relieve tension on the tensioner pulley, then remove the serpentine belt from the tensioner. Unbolt the old tensioner from its mount, replace it with the new tensioner, and reattach the serpentine belt following the correct routing. Finally, check the tensioner’s operation before starting the engine.
Take it to the dealer
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120,000 miles for the 2.0 liter 4 cylinder in a 2004 Ford Escape ( according to the Gates website and the Ford maintenance guide )
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