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#3820 of 4133 Re: 2006, 2007 Escape Reliability [bmrich] by hwmspec

Sep 14, 2009 (11:41 am)

Replying to: bmrich (Sep 14, 2009 8:14 am)
Bmrich,
 
It has been my experience that there is a problem with the transmission in both the tribute and the escape (sister vehicles). Google "escape transmissions" and you will discover what I am speaking off. There are a number of reported issues.
 
This was the first time I did all the serice work by the book (typically I do the work myself, but on this vehicle I had the dealership perform the work). Alot of good that did. My tribute transmission died at 60K miles and the dealer does not want to claim responsibility. I took the vehicle to TSI transmissions and had it fixed, I was not going to put another dollar into the mazda dealer pocket. $2500.
 
I would request the ford dealership kick in a warranty on the transmission for the life of the vehicle before I would consider buying it.
 
hwmspec

#3821 of 4133 Re: 2006, 2007 Escape Reliability [bmrich] by jandbscott

Sep 14, 2009 (2:37 pm)

Replying to: bmrich (Sep 14, 2009 8:14 am)
The tire noise is driving us crazy. The service bulletin on the squeaky suspension worked out okay after I told the dealership about it. We were foolish to buy it after the test drive but $ clouded our vision. No wonder it was so cheap. It is cheap! Sad too because I do think it has the best lines of any small SUV.

#3822 of 4133 Re: Mazda Tribute [snowman] by farn

Sep 18, 2009 (12:35 pm)

Replying to: snowman (Jan 21, 2005 6:22 am)
Hi! Snowman. the car dealers are no different here in the England. i am having trouble with engine mounts on my 2002 tribute 3lt lx auto. over here you can only get parts through Mazda dealerships and they are a real rip off. i can do most things like that myself.but have just renewed the rear engine mount through the nearest dealer and the price was astronomical. have sourced parts through the internet and find that the parts are only a fraction of the price of over there but your shops do not export the parts over here. my main gripe is that at least you have outletets for d.i.y. can anyone suggest any way i can get the parts from over there regards zebedee

#3823 of 4133 Re: 2006, 2007 Escape Reliability [hwmspec] by bmrich

Sep 19, 2009 (7:29 am)

Replying to: hwmspec (Sep 14, 2009 11:41 am)
hwmspec,
 
Thanks for the info on the transmission. I read that the Tribute had transmission problems but did not see carryover to the Escape or Mariner. I know they are essentially the same vehicle but I thought maybe the Tribute was a bit different to add its zoom-zoom. I guess I was wrong.

#3824 of 4133 2004 Mazda 1st gear doesn't catch properly, shuddering and jerks by ho2w

Oct 07, 2009 (6:36 pm)

Replying to: gilbran (Aug 02, 2005 1:07 pm)
It's happening to my 2004 as well. Same behavior.
 
Started at about 25K. I don't ride the clutch at all when I drive, and my last car had over 120K with original clutch.
 
If you notice the problem, let's hope it is still under warranty.

#3825 of 4133 2009 Tribute - Noisey by mweis

Oct 10, 2009 (3:40 pm)

I have on 09' with 8000 on it that I got back in March to replace my MPV. at 300 miles I had to take it back to the dealer because the brakes were not right. They had to redo them. Just before 3000 the battery died completely and had to be replaced. (Could not even be jump started) There is also a vibration i the car that they are trying to figure out. So far replacing motor mounts has not really solced the problem vibration/ noise problem. They told me there was a piece missing from under my hood and that was why my hood was shaking :{ I also noticed a bolt missing from the bumper. I just woner what else might be missing.
 
2 questions - 1. How quiete or noisey should my car be? I think our old 98 Taurus is a quieter ride for goodness sake. Noise is all on acceleration.
 
 2. What is a normal engine temp reading for this vehicle? Mine is sitting right in the middle.

#3826 of 4133 Re: 2009 Tribute - Noisey [mweis] by bdyment

Oct 10, 2009 (5:45 pm)

Replying to: mweis (Oct 10, 2009 3:40 pm)
Is your Tribute a V6 or 4 cylinder?

#3827 of 4133 Re: 2009 Tribute - Noisey [bdyment] by mweis

Oct 11, 2009 (8:40 am)

Replying to: bdyment (Oct 10, 2009 5:45 pm)
It is a 4 cylinder

#3828 of 4133 Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Failure by jim701

Oct 25, 2009 (8:49 am)

My 2005 Escape 3.0L XLT without any previous problems recently started up fine after two weeks without use, then just quit and refused to start as battery was totally dead. After jump, start up was rough, engine check icon appeared on dash and when put in drive had little power. My local Ford dealer recommended tilt-lift to shop. Diagnostics showed multiple malfunctions related to plugs and coils and when the suspect coils were changed, the problem extended further into the PCM area and I was advised that the PCM had failed and would have to be renewed. I was then told that the PCM could not be gauranteed unless all 6 plugs and coils were renewed. Thus with gaskets, minor shop stuff and labour, my only option to get back on the road was a bill of $2600. My odometer has just passed 100k kms.and the vehicle is 4+ years old so the Ford dealer says that the 3 yr/60k kms warranty is ineffective. The mechanic did share the TSB which relates to this problem almost to a "T". Is this a widespread problem? Is there a case to have Ford pay/share the costs of these fixes?

#3829 of 4133 01 Ford Escape Maintenance and Repair by boaterbill

Nov 03, 2009 (8:37 pm)

Bought my 01 Ford Escape 4x4 XLT Sport new in Nov., 2002. I have about 152,000 miles on it; mostly highway miles. Michigan-driven for five years and Florida for two years. Ford dealer-maintained, except for Amsoil program from 2007-2009. Converted back to Motocraft all-synthetic 5W20 oil in September. Tire wear exceptional (third set in September). Original tires, and second replacement (SUV) set got noisy after 50K miles. Always rotated tires at 7,500 miles. Front end alignment has been within spec since new. Noted leaking around oil pan at latest dealer service (September). Replaced oil pan gasket. Had noisy front suspension, even though struts, shocks, and brakes were new in September. Found upper engine mount failed, along with worn right and left inner-outer tie rods and lower control arm bushings. Only abnormality at present is dampness underneath power takeoff housing. 3L V6 runs very well; no oil consumption. Milege is close to new; 18-23 in warm weather.
 
I have the highest-milege Escape 4x4 that my Lincoln (Florida) and Ford (Michigan) dealers have seen. Been with Ford since 1992, and quite satisfied with their service.
 
Thanks

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