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#3594 of 3623 2006 SE with CVT MPG by times2

Mar 06, 2007 (9:12 am)

Hi Guys,
 
Just had to take a trip down to the Catskills from the Syracuse area. There was a lot of uphill/downhill driving and it was snowing and blowing. I was happy to see that I got 25.5 MPG through that bad weather and hilly roads. I'm hoping it will do even better when the good weather gets here!

#3595 of 3623 Ford 500 - 2006 vs. 2007 by vrm

Mar 14, 2007 (8:57 am)

Folks,
1) Are there any differences between the 2006 and 2007 Ford 500 Limited models?
 
2) Is the CVT an option or is it standard in the 2007 Ford 500?
 
Thanks!

#3596 of 3623 2007 Five Hundred by mschmal

Mar 14, 2007 (12:53 pm)

Limiteds are the same for 2007; however, the side airbags are standard.
 
The CVT is the trans you get on all AWD cars the FWD cars come with 6 speed. You can't choose.

#3597 of 3623 Re: 2007 Five Hundred [mschmal] by vrm

Mar 16, 2007 (1:46 pm)

Replying to: mschmal (Mar 14, 2007 12:53 pm)
What about the SEL models?
 
Is the side airbag standard in the 2007 FWD SEL? Are there any other differences in the 2006 vs 2007 SELs?
 
Thanks!

#3598 of 3623 Side airbags standard in ALL 2007 500/Montegos/Freestyles. by mschmal

Mar 17, 2007 (10:51 am)

Some 07s ordered before it was announced may not have them as an option.
 
Mark.

#3600 of 3623 FYI - brakes. by pnewby

Jul 05, 2007 (6:11 am)

EXTENDED COVERAGE PROGRAM
07N10 Certain 2005 through 2007 FWD & AWD Ford Five Hundred, Freestyle & Mercury Montego Vehicles - Rear Brake Wear
 
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
 
Frank M. Ligon
Director
Service Engineering Operations
Ford Customer Service Division
 
Ford Motor Company
P.O. Box 1904
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
 
July 3, 2007
 
TO: All U.S. Ford and Lincoln Mercury Dealers
 
SUBJECT: Customer Satisfaction Program 07N10
Certain 2005 through 2007 FWD & AWD Ford Five Hundred, Freestyle & Mercury Montego Vehicles - Rear Brake Wear
 
PROGRAM TERMS
 
This program extends the warranty coverage of the rear brake pads to 3 years of service or 36,000 miles from the warranty start date of the vehicle, whichever occurs first. If a vehicle has already accumulated more than 36,000 miles, this coverage will last until December 31, 2007. This program provides one-time replacement coverage, and is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.
 
VEHICLES COVERED BY THIS PROGRAM
 
Certain 2005 through 2007 Model Year Ford Five Hundred, Mercury Montego FWD & AWD and Ford Freestyle FWD vehicles built at the Chicago Assembly Plant from Job #1 2005 through November 28, 2006.
Certain 2005 through 2007 Model Year Ford Freestyle AWD Vehicles built at the Chicago Assembly Plant from Job #1 2005 through Job Last 2007.
Affected vehicles are identified in OASIS.
REASON FOR PROVIDING ADDITIONAL COVERAGE
 
Some of the affected vehicles may have had direct exposure to moisture for an extended period that may have caused the pads to “swell” and create a slight drag condition. Low levels of brake drag might not be noticed by a customer, but could lead to premature brake pad wear and excessive brake dust.
 
SERVICE ACTION
2005 through 2007 FWD and AWD Ford Five Hundred, Mercury Montego & FWD Freestyle Vehicles
 
If an affected vehicle experiences the condition of rear brake pad premature wear (below 3mm thickness), dealers are to replace the rear brake pads and if necessary, turn or replace the rear rotors, if they are below the thickness specification. This service will be performed on affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.
 
2005 through 2007 AWD Freestyle Vehicles
 
Due to the configuration of the braking system on AWD Freestyle vehicles the front brake pads must be replaced when rear brake pads are replaced. Therefore, this program will allow replacement of front brake pads, but only if the rear brake pads require replacement during the same visit.
If an affected AWD Freestyle experiences the condition of rear brake pad premature wear (below 3mm thickness), dealers are to replace the front and rear brake pads and if necessary, turn or replace the rotors, if they are below the thickness specification. This service will be performed on affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.
 
NOTE: Brake pad inspection is part of normal maintenance and is not covered as part of this program. If the vehicle is within this extended time and mileage coverage and the owner experiences a brake system symptom or during a normal maintenance inspection (brakes every 15,000 miles or more often, per the Scheduled Maintenance Guide) the vehicle's rear brake pads are found to have less than 3 millimeters (0.118 inch) of lining material, then Ford Motor Company will cover the cost of replacing the rear brake pads.
 
OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE
 
Mailing will begin July 9, 2007.
 
ATTACHMENTS
 
Attachment I: Administrative Information
Attachment II: Labor Allowances and Parts Ordering Information
Attachment III: Technical Information
 
Customer Notification Letter
 
QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
 
Special Service Support Center (Dealer Only) …………….…………………….1-800-325-5621

#3601 of 3623 Re: FYI - brakes. [pnewby] by barnstormer64

Jul 05, 2007 (6:23 pm)

Replying to: pnewby (Jul 05, 2007 6:11 am)
A few comments:
  
1) This means that the brake wear problem is NOT a "design defect".
  
2) This means that the brake wear problem would not affect ALL vehicles (which explains people like me who've had no issues)
  
3) More interestinlgy, think of what this implies for those who have had MULTIPLE sets of brake pads wear early. Hmmmm.

#3602 of 3623 Re: The NEW 3.5! Drove it! Wrote a song about it! Want to hear it? Here it by walterquint

Jul 22, 2007 (4:50 pm)

Replying to: slider7 (Feb 12, 2007 8:05 pm)
You can't really compare the Edge/MKX performance of the 3.5L to the same engine in the 2008 Taurus. Those vehicles are SUVs, at least 400 lbs heavier than the Taurus sedan.
 
That said, I don't think the 3.5L will be a quantum leap over the 3.0 Duratec. The prices on leftover 500s are phenomenal, utter steals.
 
Regardless, the 500 is the most splendid sedan available. Huge room, good handling, decent economy, unmatched safety. It stuns me that they don't sell well. It covers all the performance bases--so what's the problem???
 
Why do so many people shop the Ford store and drive out with an ancient Crown Vic?? Why would anyone buy a 4cyl Camry when a leftover 500 is priced less???

#3603 of 3623 Re: The NEW 3.5! Drove it! Wrote a song about it! Want to hear it? Here it by chuck1

Jul 22, 2007 (5:59 pm)

Replying to: walterquint (Jul 22, 2007 4:50 pm)
I own an '06 Five Hundred that is a company car. Let me tell you that it is one boring design to look at. In addition, the CVT tranny takes some real getting use to.
 
I also wonder about fuel economy with the CVT since if you really put your foot in to it (like you need to do with the 3.0) the motor revs are real high for what seem an extended amount of time.
Just my thoughts.

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