Engine Air Filter For Ford Escape, Focus & Lincoln MKC, OE 7M519601AC

An Engine Air Filter for the Escape, Focus, and MKC

This is an engine air filter built for the 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2012-2018 Ford Focus, and 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, cross-referenced to OE number 7M519601AC. If your vehicle's engine feels sluggish under acceleration, fuel economy has dropped, or it's simply been a while since the air filter was last replaced, a clogged air filter restricting airflow into the engine is one of the simplest and most overlooked causes.

Why This Filter Is Shared Across Ford and Lincoln

The Escape, Focus, and MKC share engine and engine bay architecture from this era of Ford's product lineup, since Lincoln vehicles from this period were built on shared platforms with their Ford counterparts and often used the same engine components, including the air intake system. Because the intake housing and filter dimensions are identical across these models, a single air filter part number covers all three vehicles rather than requiring a separate filter for each nameplate. That shared parts strategy is common across Ford's lineup during this era, which is part of why cross-referencing OE numbers is worth doing even when a filter is marketed under a single model name.

Key Features

• Cross-referenced to OE number 7M519601AC and interchange numbers AF6908, CA11114, 49017
• Direct-fit replacement, no modifications required
• Traps dirt and debris to protect engine components
• Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty

Specifications

• Type: Engine air filter
• Placement: Front
• Fitment type: Direct replacement
• Warranty: 1 year
• Condition: New

Compatibility

Fits the 2013-2019 Ford Escape, 2012-2018 Ford Focus, and 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC. Because these models were offered with more than one engine option across these years, it's worth confirming your specific vehicle's engine against the OE number above before ordering to guarantee an exact match.

Signs Your Air Filter Needs Replacing

A clogged air filter typically shows up as reduced acceleration, a slight drop in fuel economy, a rough idle, or in more noticeable cases, a faint fuel smell from an engine running richer than it should due to restricted airflow. Because a dirty air filter restricts the air side of the engine's air-fuel mixture rather than the fuel side, symptoms tend to develop gradually as the filter accumulates dirt and debris over time rather than appearing suddenly.

Why Regular Air Filter Replacement Matters

An engine draws in a large volume of air for every gallon of fuel it burns, and every bit of that air passes through the air filter first, which means a filter that's even partially clogged forces the engine to work harder to draw in the air it needs. Replacing the filter on a regular schedule is one of the least expensive maintenance items on any vehicle, and it directly affects both how the engine performs and how efficiently it burns fuel, which is why manufacturers recommend replacing it well before it looks completely blocked. Checking the filter at every oil change is a simple habit that catches a dirty filter long before it becomes noticeable behind the wheel.

Installation Notes

Replacing this air filter means opening the air filter housing, usually secured with spring clips or screws, removing the old filter, wiping out any debris that's accumulated in the housing, and installing the new filter in the same orientation before closing the housing back up. This is one of the simplest maintenance jobs on these vehicles and typically takes only a few minutes with no tools required beyond what's needed to open the housing.

Ordering Information

This engine air filter is in stock and ships ready to install. Our Shipping Information page covers current timelines, and our Warranty and Returns pages explain what to do if anything isn't right on arrival. Not sure this matches your specific vehicle and engine? Our Request a Part page is the fastest way to confirm before you order.

Related Parts

This air filter is listed in our Ford collection, along with our Filters collection, where you'll find other maintenance parts for the Escape, Focus, and MKC.