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Car make Ford
Car model Escape
Car year 2003
VIN number 1FMYU03153KB01440
Short VIN check to junk 1FMYU03153K
Level of trim XLT 2WD
Fabricated in UNITED STATES
Production sequence number A77475
Body SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Type of engine 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Short shifter transmission 4A
Powertrain FWD
Anti-lock braking 4-Wheel ABS
Fuel consumption-city 20 miles/gallon
Fuel consumption-highway 24 miles/gallon
Steering mechanism R&P
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SPORT UTILITY 4-DR
Transmission-short 4A
Driveline FWD
Fuel Economy-city 20 miles/gallon
Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Trim Level XLT 2WD
Production Seq. Number A77475
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic
Tank 16.50 gallon
Fuel Economy-highway 24 miles/gallon
Steering Type R&P