I have a 2004 Escape with the 2.0 4 cylinder that has an oil leak, and I can't tell where it is coming from. There are no pressure washers where the car is so it's difficult to clean. I am hoping someone can tell me the most common places these engines leak?

 

You might purchase a can or two of brake parts cleaner and clean some of the area that appear to be the source.

You would not believe the problems you could create pressure washing an engine. There are sensitive electronics that operate on millivolts and water can create problems you never intended. If you need to do this more than once with the brakekleen to pin down an area ,it will be worth the trouble.

 

I hope I can find brake cleaner when I get to the Philippines. Not everything is as easy to find when you are in the boonies Philippines. I'm bringing an AC compressor for it since I can't get one over there. That is why I wanted to know the most likely leak location so I can purchase parts here and bring with me.

 

I'm pretty sure you seem to have some idea , bringing an A/C Compressor.
Don't forget to bring the correct refrigerant oil with you too in case it may not be available there.

 

I am bringing an install kit that includes O rings, and oil among other things. It has been 5 years since I was there because of Covid and other problems. All I remember was that it was tight to get to the area where the oil leak was and I couldn't see much. I only spent 2 weeks with the Escape 5 years ago so I need help!