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#1408 of 1583 Re: Hybrid battery problems [ucbrendan] by mecheng1 Jun 13, 2007 (5:41 am)
Replying to: ucbrendan (Jun 12, 2007 4:59 pm) After three years on the market, I have yet to see a failure of the High Voltage Battery reported to any of the forums or the technical bulletin clearing houses. [I did see mention of some taxis with 200,000 miles on them in 2 years that replaced the HVBs] The HVBattery and the car's computer software is designed to use only a fraction of the real capacity - so as to extend the useful life. Plus, it is under full warranty for 8 years or 100,000 miles (more in some states).   Be careful not to spend the tax credit before you get it. As with all credits, the tax code will only let you take the credits until they reduce your tax bill to what you would pay if you were paying the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) - even if you are not in the AMT range. Some of us buyers who are not paying AMT only received between 1/2 and 3/4 of the credit when we actually computed our taxes.
#1409 of 1583 Thanks all by ladyblue Jun 14, 2007 (3:59 am)
Just wanted to thank those who offered advice. I am the soon-to-be proud owner of an Escape XLT - but not the hybrid. My driving habits just don't warrant it.   I do think the hybrid is a sweet vehicle and I wish all you lucky owners the best.   Ladyblue
#1410 of 1583 Correct HiVoltage Battery warranty info. by mschmal Jun 17, 2007 (7:32 am)
Standard Federal Emissions. 8 years 100,000 miles full replacement cost.   If the window sticker or sticker under the hood says "california emissions" and you buy the car in a california emissions or "cross-border" state, you get:   8 years 100,000 miles warranty on the hybrid components PLUS 10 years or 150,000 miles full replacement cost on the hybrid high voltage battery.   Mark.
#1411 of 1583 Re: Hybrid Called Whistler [dave_f_n] by bouser63 Jun 23, 2007 (11:00 am)
Replying to: dave_f_n (Jun 07, 2007 4:46 am) Dave have you had any response about your noise? I just had my 08 Escape hybrid at the dealer and also told me this was a normal noise..I disagree! I test drove a number of escapes and even the one I bought didn't make the whistle noise. It just started this week after about 600 miles on the car. I think they just don't know what it is so they just call it normal and I should just drive with the radio blaring loud enough not to hear it.
#1412 of 1583 Interim Update - Hybrid Called Whistler by dave_f_n Jul 01, 2007 (4:06 pm)
Just thought I would post the latest developments on my '08 Escape Hybrid that has a high pitched whistle at about 1600 rpm's going between 60 and 70 mph.   1.The service manager had me go out with their hybrid mechanic in one of their '08 Hybrid Escapes sitting on the lot. The mechanic agreed that the noise in my hybrid is the loudest of the three '08's he's driven. I was riding shotgun and honestly didn't hear any noise at all! 2.The service manager arranged for the Tristate field engineer to road test my car. 3.Dropped off Whistler on 6/22/07 and I went on vacation. 4.Checked my phone messages – Service manager called – the noise according to the field engineer and engineering is a “normal hybrid noise” - “the field engineer wrote a report” - the rest of the message was garbled. 5.Will pick up Whistler and the field engineer's report on 7/5/07 and post the opinion of the field engineer.   If anyone has a similar problem and would like to contact me my e-mail address is dave_f_nyahoo.com
#1413 of 1583 Is it possibly a tire noise? by mschmal Jul 03, 2007 (4:27 am)
are those crappy conti's to blame?   Mark.
#1414 of 1583 Interim Update# 2 ’08 Escape Whistler by dave_f_n Jul 09, 2007 (2:05 pm)
Back from vacation and picked up Whistler (’08 AWD Escape Hybrid). My previous posts outlined the problem (1390, 1393, 1412). The service manager arranged for the field engineer to test drive Whistler while I was away.   After giving The Whistler a test drive here is what the Trisate field engineer wrote on the work order, “Road tested vehicle for a whine/whistle nose around 60 MPH. On road test, was able to duplicate noise. Noise also heard while driving at lower speeds. I have heard this whine in other hybrids (08’s) but contacted engineering for further assistance. Was advised noise is normal for the Electronic Continuous Variable Transmission (ECVT) due to transmission being on electric motor/generator. No repairs to be made at this time due to vehicle operating to design intent.”   Service manager’s comments were, “Live with it.”   My comment "BS" - not all '08's make this noise.   Comments/suggestions would be appreciated. Replies to this message: dhuang2 (Jul 10, 2007 12:02 pm) anne_d_h (Jan 10, 2008 3:37 pm)
#1415 of 1583 Check the Prius boards. by mschmal Jul 10, 2007 (11:33 am)
The Toyota Prius uses the same trans.   Mark.
#1416 of 1583 Re: Interim Update# 2 ’08 Escape Whistler [dave_f_n] by dhuang2 Jul 10, 2007 (12:02 pm)
Replying to: dave_f_n (Jul 09, 2007 2:05 pm) My 2008 FEH does whine when car is accelerating. I can also hear the same whining noise when I test drive the Ford Freestyle with CVT. At constant speed (60 mph) Freestyle has no such noises, but the FEH does have little whistling noises (electronics??). I think this noise is very minor and most of people may not pay attention to it.   If your FEH generated this noise significantly than other FEH. It is suggested to call Ford Customer Service and complain about this issue. Usually, OEM will take customer's complain more seriously than dealers.
#1417 of 1583 Dash lights by floyd2222 Jul 10, 2007 (12:48 pm)
I have a very difficult time being able to read the dash gauges. At night it's even worse. Hardly any backlight. Do others have this problem? Floyd Replies to this message: hybridnewbie1 (Aug 26, 2007 5:03 pm) mecheng1 (Aug 27, 2007 5:32 am)

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