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Re: Rear Brake Issues [passat_2002]
by 1635
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Oct 24, 2006 (5:55 am)
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Oct 23, 2006 1:09 pm)
Well -- it needs new brakes. Car built in Dec. 2004 so fits that TSB but not sure that is matters based on current mileage. Dealer is actually taking up cost and will work with Ford for reimbursement. I'm impressed with my dealer anyway. So -- for those thinking of buying the Freestyle, beware! Sounds like you'll be in a for a brake job every 20k miles. And as for those who think that in city driving this isn't bad -- I whole heartedly disagree. I traded in a Honda for this car and went 60k without needing brakes with the same kind of driving. Our Yukon has 55k and will probably need something done within the next couple of months. Dad has Explorer and Expedition, brother an Escape, other brother an Explorer -- all city driving and none of them have needed brakes prior to 50k. I believe it is a design flaw. As much as I have loved Ford in the past and would really like to see them succeed, I can't afford them. I plan to dump this car within the year and figure out plan B. Loved the design but hate the issues.
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- #159 of 227
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Re: Rear Brake Issues [1635]
by passat_2002
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Oct 24, 2006 (8:36 am)
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Replying to: 1635 (Oct 24, 2006 5:55 am)
Issues? What issues? The brakes? That's all? Good grief. Your dealer is going to set you up with the improved pads (maybe replace the rotors too), and then you're good to go. Your Freestyle is a remarkable vehicle. Don't shoot the horse just because it had to see the vet one time.
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- #160 of 227
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Re: Rear Brake Issues [passat_2002]
by 1635
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Oct 24, 2006 (10:20 am)
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Oct 24, 2006 8:36 am)
Actually this is the 5th time it has been in for brakes. The first four were for the front brakes. In addition, we've had two electrical issues, one related to brake lights and the cruise control and the other for the rear climate control. We've also had it in for a suspension problem. So yeah, the horse has been to see the vet multiple times and I would love to just put the thing down. The rear brake issue is icing on the cake for me. I have two kids under the age of 2 and the dealer isn't close -- I just don't have the time to deal with it anymore. I understand your view point without knowledge of the complete picture.
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- #161 of 227
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Re: Rear Brake Issues [1635]
by passat_2002
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Oct 24, 2006 (10:59 am)
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Replying to: 1635 (Oct 24, 2006 10:20 am)
Yikes! You have had issues then. With the history of brake problems your vehicle has had, they should certainly pick-up the tab on this. (or at least 75% of it) Your Freestyle happened to be an early build in it's first year of manufacture. That probably accounts for the "teething" problems you have seen. Mine was built in April '05, and has thus far been flawless. Good luck.
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- #162 of 227
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Re: Rear Brake Issues [passat_2002]
by gerardtn
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Oct 24, 2006 (5:01 pm)
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Replying to: passat_2002 (Oct 24, 2006 10:59 am)
Mine has been pretty good too, save the rear brakes. The wierd thing was that the front brakes showed no wear at all. One thing to be aware of, some of the Ford dealers don't know how to reassemble the rear calipers, and that can cause an additional delay.
My wife really loves the Freestyle, and I love taking trips in it, very comfy, good gas mileage..
Too other really minor problems, the speaker in the front sounds busted, and the rear liftgate won't go up on a cold morning. I've took it in for these, but dealer could not replicate. So I'll try again.
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- #163 of 227
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Newbie 2005 Freestyle
by lebento
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Oct 24, 2006 (8:08 pm)
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I just purchased a 05 demo from a dealer in Houston today.
it is the SE It is very comfortable and the ride is fabulous!!! only has 6100 miles on it...
What are the brake issues that I should be concerned about?
I think the brakes pedal appear to be "soft and mushy" when I drove it home this evening?
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- #164 of 227
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Wondering why the different results with brakes?
by pnewby
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Oct 25, 2006 (5:02 am)
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My '05 limited was built in Oct. '04, so it is truly an early build. 28k, took it for an oil change and asked to have the brakes inspected. 40% left on rear brakes, and 60% left on front. At that rate I should get at least 40k in mostly city driving, so I don't think that's too bad. Had it in once at about 6mos, and no problems since then. The 6 months was for the flashing light tsb and the loose roof trim tsb.
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- #165 of 227
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Re: Wondering why the different results with brakes? [pnewby]
by bobw3
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Oct 25, 2006 (6:53 am)
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Replying to: pnewby (Oct 25, 2006 5:02 am)
You'd think the rear pads would last longer?
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- #166 of 227
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Re: Newbie 2005 Freestyle [lebento]
by coldcranker
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Oct 25, 2006 (8:36 pm)
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Replying to: lebento (Oct 24, 2006 8:08 pm)
Its an '05 demo, late in the '06 model year? 6100 miles is a lot of miles for a demo. Sounds like it was owned by someone who changed their mind about it. However, there's not much to dislike on the Freestyle, great car.
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- #167 of 227
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Wiper Blades
by bobnu75
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Oct 26, 2006 (5:15 am)
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has anyone changed just the inserts on the front blades? It seems you can do this without replacing the whole blade but I can't figure out how to get the end caps off. Or maybe they don't come off and Ford wants to sell you the whole blade.
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