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#22 of 81 Escape or Tribute by dskoczylas Feb 15, 2005 (9:19 am)
Hi everyone, I bought a used 02 Tribute ES and got the certified used car warranty from Mazda for another 3 years. It has around 50k on it and so far it runs solid. I did notice it is a little noisy on the highway compared to the Caravan I replaced it with. It was fully loaded and it great shape so I am very pleased with the purchase so far.
#23 of 81 Hi by pdc2 Feb 19, 2005 (2:22 pm)
I have a 02 XLT AWD escape, with just under 40,000km (? about 25000 miles)almost entirely city driving in Calgary, Alberta. There had been one engine stall and a sticky gas pedal in the first year, the 6-CD stereo wouldn't eject CDs, had no other trouble I can remember.   Just bought 3 more years warranty. dealer is calling me to do cooling system flush and for a brake calipers check, but assured me that normally brake rotors can be turned once and that I don't need to flush the transmission for another 10000km.   The 6-CD stereo in my excape would take home-made CDS, but the Hyundai tucson and the Kia Sportage would take MP3 as well (the USA models have more features and priced lower than in Canada, you don't know how lucky you are).   This reminds me to chase Ford to return the 6 CDs stuck in the old stereo, they were all 1950 oldies and very precious.
#24 of 81 Re: Escape or Tribute???? [snowman] by ottawan Feb 21, 2005 (4:13 pm)
Replying to: snowman (Feb 14, 2005 6:19 am) I have 6 disk changer as well, stock 2005 job #2 It plays all home-made CDs. Try some friend's CDs or different brand. Replies to this message: dc_driver (Feb 22, 2005 5:56 pm) snowman (Mar 13, 2005 7:31 am)
#25 of 81 Re: Escape or Tribute???? [ottawan] by dc_driver Feb 22, 2005 (5:56 pm)
Replying to: ottawan (Feb 21, 2005 4:13 pm) I had a problem in my Bose stereo in my Altima. It would not play Memorex CD's but played TDK's with no problem. Have had no issue playing TDK's in my Tribute.
#26 of 81 tribute squeaks by horsecreek Mar 02, 2005 (7:37 am)
I have a tribute with 66k on it. 4cyl, manual. Im getting these squeaks while acclerating but doesnt seem to be a normall belt issue. I can put under a load, downshift and hammer it with no noise at all. But when Im crusing at any speed and touch gas, i get the squeak. Like little mice under the hood. The belt looks fine but I have another to put on anyway. Couldnt get tensioner to budge- not like other trucks I have worked on. any help on the above would be greatly appreciated!!!   thank you, david Replies to this message: snowman (Mar 13, 2005 7:30 am) nastyman1 (Jul 14, 2008 7:35 pm)
#27 of 81 Re: tribute squeaks [horsecreek] by snowman Mar 13, 2005 (7:30 am)
Replying to: horsecreek (Mar 02, 2005 7:37 am) You might want to visit problems forum... but this could be pulley itself...
#28 of 81 Re: Escape or Tribute???? [ottawan] by snowman Mar 13, 2005 (7:31 am)
Replying to: ottawan (Feb 21, 2005 4:13 pm) This could be the case, as soon as I finish this batch I'll try different brand...Thanks
#29 of 81 New member with 2002 Tribute LX by richcub2002 Mar 13, 2005 (7:33 pm)
Hello to everyone. I finally decided to join in on the forum. I bought my 02 LX a few months ago. I have taken it in for all of the most recent recalls and have had the transmission flushed, including an additive added to help eliminate some O.D. slipping. Other than that, it's been a very good vehicle. It has gotten me through the most recent snow storms here in Central PA, which is the main reason I chose it in the first place.   I welcome any suggestions on where I can find a louvered cover for my fog lites (had to replace one recently).
#30 of 81 Intro & comparison question by canadianshazam Mar 19, 2005 (12:37 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Jan 13, 2005 12:39 pm) Hi there,   I'm in the process of shopping around for a new vehicle...finally had enough of my 2000 Jeep TJ.   So far, I test drove the 2005 Mazda Tribute GX-V6, at roughly $29000CAD, and the 2005 Ford Escape XLS at $30200CAD.   I really liked the take-off and road handling on the Mazda, and the Ford had a good road handling. Both seem to have the same Fuel economy. As for cosmetics, I preferred the layout of the console in the Mazda.   So far, from what I've read, Mazda has a better warranty, and it somewhat a little less expensive, which I still have to negotiate price with the dealer. as for servicing, I have no idea what to expect from the local Mazda dealer, and the local Ford dealer has a new owner for the past 3 years or so, and from what people say, they aren't impressed with the service...this came from the ex-service manager from the Ford dealership...so that's a selling point for me.   My father, good heart, but insists I check out another Ford dealership, and has been a Ford man since I can remember. He called a dealer in a small village about 1 hour away (in the middle of nowhere), and was told that I can get an XLT for $32000, and my father says that I'd be able to get an XLS for $25000....that's fine and dandy, but if they are the same, I think I'd prefer the Madza V6 with the above mentioned pros towards Mazda, and the fact that if I have problems with the Ford, and I'd bring it to the local dealer, what kind of service can I expect if i don't buy it from them.   So all this to say that I'm a little torn, and am wondering if I'm missing some things to look for as a comparison...1 thing I forgot to ask each dealership was on "loaners" if I need servicing, seeing that it's imperative that I need a vehicle for work.   So far, the Mazda seems like the logical choice, but still have to see what each dealer will give me on my trade-in.   If anyone has any ideas what else I can look for, please let me know. thanks
#31 of 81 Intro and Hello by rachabot Mar 30, 2005 (7:12 pm)
Glad this forum is here. My wife and I both have Escapes. Hers is an 04 XLT FWD V6, with Leather, full A-Clad gloss paint (Satin Silver / Dark Silver) and premium wheels. She also has the MACH stereo (AWESOME!)<- That was my input. So far this one has had 15,000 trouble free miles and in April will be a year old. Mine is an 02 XLT 4WD V6. Mine is not leather , no MACH stereo . White on tan. Mine is driven heavily. I have had mine for 10 months and put 23,000 miles on it. I change the oil every five weeks. It has a new set of tires and had the brakes / rotors replaced. Beware of this and have your rotors checked. They wear quickly (on Escapes, don't know about Tribs). I have performed all of the recommeded maintenance and so far this has been a great machine. I hope it lasts. It has 62,000 on it now. For buyers, good gas mileage, great performance (V6) and fun to drive. As far as the CD issue, ours play any home made CD. 6-CD in-dash systems. Thanks.

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