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Replying to: stevedebi (Apr 22, 2008 11:32 am)
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Apr 23, 2008 5:55 am) Excuse me, but my QUOTE was accurate. The whole point of my post was that the Edmunds REVIEW was inaccurate. If I understand you correctly you you are confirming my post.
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Replying to: stevedebi (Apr 23, 2008 10:34 am) [sheesh, sometimes responses in these forums get so emotional] 
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Apr 24, 2008 6:18 am) [sheesh, sometimes responses in these forums get so emotional]" Ah, right. Just to reiterate - here are the points. 1. The FEH has a mechanical AWD system. 2. The Edmunds review of the FWH INCORRECTLY describes it as having a "3rd electric motor" to run the AWD system. I was actually hoping that the host would pick up on this and get the editorial staff to update the review. This is an important advantage to people in the snow belt: the Toyota HH AWD electric motors will shut down if they overheat (such as spinning a lot). The FEH mechanical system is not subject to these limitations. But in any case, do you have a URL that explains the system? I am assuming it is the same electronically controlled system as the ICE only Escape, but the Ford vehicles website doesn't have any details. |
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This morning it was about 45 - 50 degrees outside. The night before I had set my temp control to 60, for fresh air, and manual fan setting. This morning I set the driver temp to 70 and hit the AUTO switch on the driver's side. In my Freestyle, hitting AUTO automatically turned on the A/C compressor. Instead, the A/C light stayed out. I was in ECON mode. As always, the first 1/2 mile of my morning commute was via electric only (even though the engine was running). FWIW, I hit the AUTO button because Ford vehicles are set to turn off the fans until the engine is heated up. Since the FEH has no engine temp guage, hitting AUTO gives a rough idea of how the engine is doing on the warm up, although the fans will run for a while before the engine is hot enough to use EV. I already know that turning off ECON will run the compressor, and turning on the defrost or defrost / floor will also activate it. Does anyone know how the FEH is programmed to turn on the compressor? |
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| The Ford system will deactivate the Compressor for economy reasons below 55 degrees, but turn it on again at around 40 degrees to dehumidify where possible. Over 55 degrees, AUTO will bring the compressor online. In this case, what you are experiencing is all due to outside ambient temperatures. | |
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I recently tried an 08 FEH, I never did like the thrumming at 50+mph tho. I am sensitive to some frequencies especially sound near bass levels, and for some reason this thrummin affected my mind and gave me a literal consistent headache. Has anyone else experienced this kind of problem? The dealer had a 72hr exchange policy but only for something equal or greater in value from whats being returned. got a ford edge now.. will continue to look into hybrids however. |
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A reporter is hoping to talk with hybrid owners who have had to replace the hybrid's battery. Please respond to ctalati edmunds.com before Friday, May 16, 2008 with your daytime contact information and a few words about your experience.
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| I'm considering a FEH to replace my Jeep Cherokee that I use for skiing in New England. In the mountains overnight low temps often hit -15 to -25 F and driving in snow is almost a daily occurrence. I'd like to hear from people who own Escape Hybrids and operate them in similar conditions. Any problems with extreme cold? How well does the AWD system work on snowy roads? I'm used to a true 4X4 and it always starts in the cold and in snow it's unstoppable, so am I making a mistake to buy an Escape Hybrid for this purpose? | |
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Replying to: jim2345 (May 15, 2008 7:08 pm) Occasional cold starts when the temperature has plummeted to -40F (-40C) were not a problem. One's fuel economy does take a bit of a a hit during the winter months but that is to be expected with any vehicle. Having leased several Ford Explorers since 1995 plus formerly driven a 2005 Escape XLT, I often say that this 2008 FEH is my ultimate dream vehicle -- which is good since I'll be driving it for several more years. Stephen Canmore, Alberta
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