Engine swap

2006 FORD ESCAPE
180,000 MILES • 3.1L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DWAYNE01
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Will the engine from a 2008 Ford Escape fit a 2006 Ford Escape?
Jul 20, 2020 at 7:55 PM
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MOTOR MASTER
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Hello my name is Dave.

My data indicates that it will provided the water pump is driven by the same cam, some are driven by the intake cam and others are driven by the exhaust cam. Good luck and let us know if we can help you any further and thank you for using 2CarPros!
Jul 21, 2020 at 3:51 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

As the previous tech stated, there are some minor differences but the simple answer is yes, it will fit. The 2008 model had an early or late build. That would be determined by the production date on the donor motor which is located on the drivers door tag.

The early build is exactly the same engine. The late build has some differences with the water pump location.

Before committing, I would confirm the production date on the donor motor. The cut off for build is 12/2006.

Roy
Jul 21, 2020 at 4:26 AM
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TAYLORMADE46460
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What years of escape have interchangeable water pumps with an 09? V6
Dec 3, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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The water pump in your 2009 Ford Escape with a 3.0L V6 engine is compatible with the following model years and vehicles:

Ford Escape: 2009 to 2012
Ford Fusion: 2010 to 2012
Mazda Tribute: 2009 to 2011
Mercury Mariner: 2009 to 2011
Mercury Milan: 2010 to 2011

Let us know if you need anything else.
Dec 4, 2024 at 10:10 AM