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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! |
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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.
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Replying to: mschmal (Mar 14, 2007 11:53 am) Is the side airbag standard in the 2007 FWD SEL? Are there any other differences in the 2006 vs 2007 SELs? Thanks! |
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Some 07s ordered before it was announced may not have them as an option. Mark. |
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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
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Replying to: pnewby (Jul 05, 2007 5:11 am) 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. |
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Replying to: slider7 (Feb 12, 2007 7:05 pm) 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??? 
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Replying to: walterquint (Jul 22, 2007 3:50 pm) 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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Replying to: walterquint (Jul 22, 2007 3:50 pm) This car isn't what people want and they are probably working hard at a complete redesign in a few years. They should probably get rid of both the Taurus and Crown Victoria in a couple years and come out with a new rear-drive sedan that replaces both. There is no need for two Ford full-size sedans. At least Ford is having better luck with the Fusion even if it is not a contender to outsell the Camry and Accord.
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