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#3365 of 4133 2002 Ford Escape Stalling problems by nieds13

May 22, 2006 (8:40 pm)

I have a 2002 Ford Escape. Over the summer, whenever it would be sitting outside all day and I tried to start it, it would start then die, but once I got it going it was ok. Then it would take a couple of times to get it started, but again once I got going, it was ok. Eventually, I'd get it going, but then it would die on me whenever I would stop or release gas. As long as I kept my foot on gas it would be ok. It doesn't do it when it's been in my garage all night, or even if I was out for a couple of hours, it only seemed to happen after it had been outside for 10 hours while I was at work. And it didn't matter what temperature it was. Any idea where I should start looking for problem. It wasn't the battery. Thank

#3366 of 4133 Re: Engine light on,misses-stumbles on acceleration [21marcel] by bemeast

May 25, 2006 (10:14 am)

Replying to: 21marcel (Oct 15, 2005 12:57 am)
Hey, I was searching this forum and found your post. I am having the same problems (01 Tribute 98K cylinder 2). I didn't notice the burnt spark plug smell though. Have you found a solution yet. If so let me know. Thanks.

#3367 of 4133 Re: 2002 Ford Escape Stalling problems [nieds13] by dan101

May 26, 2006 (5:48 pm)

Replying to: nieds13 (May 22, 2006 8:40 pm)
It is the throddle body. My 2001 did the same thing I pulled it out and cleaned all the gunk out of it and it runs fine. Try a Haynes manual it describes step by step how to remove and clean it

#3368 of 4133 Re: 2001 used Ford Escape [jmc1007] by cscott2

May 28, 2006 (6:25 pm)

Replying to: jmc1007 (Sep 09, 2005 8:42 pm)
I have a 2003 Escape and experienced the same problem when the car was about 8 months old. I turned the key in the ignition, but nothing happened. I called my Ford dealership. The service manager came out and tried to start it. Nothing. He then clicked and unclicked the key fob which I believe cleared or reset the anti theft device. The car started right up. It happened a few more times since then. Lately, it's been much more common. I'm going to call the dealer. Has Ford looked at this for you?

#3369 of 4133 Ford Escape Problem by kmattingly

May 29, 2006 (2:28 pm)

Please Help! I have a 2002 Ford Escape and have been having very strange issues for about the past 2 months. It will drive fine, then I will start it, put it in reverse, back out then shift to drive and it dies! I can reverse all day long but the minute i shift into drive, it will die. I can get it to go by hitting the gas while shifting (tires squeal) but if i slow down, it will die again. It starts fine, reverses fine, its Drive that is the problem. Then, when I get it to go, it seems to be slipping in and out of gear. I will be going and the RPMs are going crazy, car is stalling, then going, then stalling...then, it will run fine. This problem is so hit and miss but Im scared to death it is the transmission! Can anyone relate or help me out?
 
I appreciate it!!!
Kelly

#3370 of 4133 Mazda Tribute Stalling in Reverse by sogg

May 31, 2006 (2:03 pm)

I have a 2002 Maxda Tribute LX Automatic. It starts fine and runs fine in any gear EXCEPT reverse. If you go from park to reverse it will stall. If you go from park to any other gear it's fine. It doesn't do it all the time either. The garage has had it all day and it hasn't stalled any! Anyone have any suggestions? PLEASE.

#3371 of 4133 Re: Body Flex? [tsikora] by tnywndy

Jun 01, 2006 (7:39 am)

Replying to: tsikora (May 15, 2006 8:29 am)
I was recently having a similar problem with my 2002 Escape. I actually took it in yesterday to the Ford dealer (big mistake) and dropped a few hundred dollars to get it fixed. It was the tie rod ends (basically, they connect your tires to the suspension and turn the tires when you turn the wheel). Before I got it fixed, I noticed that turning the wheel a certain direction caused a sort-of "rubbing feel," so if you feel this, it's likely the same problem. And you're probably right--it needs lubrication, but thing is, the bushings (which is probably the part that is dried out and making it only noticable when dry) can't be lubricated...the whole tie rod (which is covered in rubber) has to be replaced. According to my service advisor, most cars no longer have parts that can just be maintained by lubricating them....
Sorry for the bad news--it definately was a shock to me--and frankly made me feel even worse about buying this car, as it's not very old and I lost track a long time ago how many times I have taken it in.

#3372 of 4133 2006 Tribute grill / brush guard? by finznfun

Jun 02, 2006 (10:55 am)

I just bought a new 2006 Tribute and can not find a brush guard / grill guard anyplace? Anyone know where I can find one? Thanks! Jason

#3373 of 4133 Recall Rotors by kiddynomite

Jun 03, 2006 (3:30 pm)

Dont waste your time with mazda like i did, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration www.nhtsa.dot.gov and file a complaint on your mazda defects. I have a 2002 mazda tribute, and this is the second time i am having to replace the rotors, the first rotors and brake pads were replaced at 17,000 miles, now 10,000 miles later with 27,000 miles here we go again, warped rotors. mazda like most manufactures will deny, and not take any responsibilities to fix your vehicle, unless you file a complaint to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration compiles the complaints, and are the ones to force the manufacture to issues recalls and remedy known problems the dealer keeps denying they are aware of. Besides the rotors this has been the most unreliable vehicle, i wasted my money on. This is the last mazda i will ever purchase. Buyer beware, check the website i posted and you can view all the complaints, issues and recalls affected with your vehicle.

#3374 of 4133 Recall Mazda Tribute Rotors by kiddynomite

Jun 03, 2006 (5:52 pm)

Dont waste your time with mazda like i did, contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration www.nhtsa.dot.gov and file a complaint on your mazda defects. I have a 2002 mazda tribute, and this is the second time i am having to replace the rotors, the first rotors and brake pads were replaced at 17,000 miles, now 10,000 miles later with 27,000 miles here we go again, warped rotors. mazda like most manufactures will deny, and not take any responsibilities to fix your vehicle, unless you file a complaint to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration compiles the complaints, and are the ones to force the manufacture to issues recalls and remedy known problems the dealer keeps denying they are aware of. Besides the rotors this has been the most unreliable vehicle, i wasted my money on. This is the last mazda i will ever purchase. Buyer beware, check the website i posted and you can view all the complaints, issues and recalls affected with your vehicle.

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