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#53 of 125 sub cold weather by loveak Feb 07, 2007 (11:35 pm)
We just got ours out of the shop recently for similar problems. Couldn't find anything wrong-sorry-that'll be $90. Problem is-it went from 11-14 mpg before to up to 22 after we got it back. Hmmmmm. let's see didn't change anything after we got it back.........needless to say very uncomfortable with the dealership right now. T I really don;t think the techs understand the systems involved fully-meaning what to do when things don;t work as they should When they are checking "eveything" they are either reseting the computer or something.
#54 of 125 Re: Hybrids are the gold pill some people think [loveak] by ekiehn Feb 08, 2007 (8:12 am)
Replying to: loveak (Jan 31, 2007 8:32 am) I hate to say it, but the "certified tech" who is supposed to be able to work on Hybrids probably passed a test but is only a "paper" expert. Even though I am based in Florida, I have driven my '06 in the Georgia mountains when it has been below 30 degrees and still was up in the 30MPG range (and this is based on tank fill ups, not just the instrument cluster). While I have found the instrument cluster to read a little high it isn't that far off from reality. One thing that did make a difference was after the 1st 10,000 mile check up - I believe the dealer tech did some sort of firmware/software update and my mileage was better and the instrument cluster more accurate. Of course my '06 was one of the first ones out since I had put in an order for an '05 and they ran out of that production model. Maybe you can find another dealership that may have a tech who is a better diagnostician as opposed to someone who relies just on what the computer is telling him. Replies to this message: loveak (Feb 08, 2007 4:29 pm)
#55 of 125 Re: Hybrids are the gold pill some people think [ekiehn] by loveak Feb 08, 2007 (4:29 pm)
Replying to: ekiehn (Feb 08, 2007 8:12 am) I think you are absolutly correct. When I had our EH in once about this he tried to try to tell me "You do realise that this is not a family car? This vehicle should only be driven by one person". You bring up an excellent point. Nly the other dealership is about 50 miles away-but it just might be worth it.
#56 of 125 50 miles betwen ford dealers? by mschmal Feb 09, 2007 (5:56 am)
Dang I want to sell there!!!   My Ford dealer in somewhat rural NJ has about 10 other franchises within 20 miles. 3 more recently closed.   I use to work at a dealer with over 20 other dealers within 20 air miles. At least half of them were across the bridge into Philly/PA so it wasn't all bad.   Mark.
#57 of 125 Re: Frustration [loveak] by testes Mar 05, 2007 (2:05 pm)
Replying to: loveak (Dec 18, 2006 10:11 pm) This sounds as though you began to run the defroster. If the HVAC dial is on a red area, like defrost, the ICE continues to run. I have only had the ICE turn off a few times with the defroster on in MA. Therefore, I turn on outside air, and turn up the temp. It keeps my windows clean and the mileage up. I did see a drop in mileage from 29 down to 25 when it got very cold up here.
#58 of 125 defroster by loveak Mar 05, 2007 (7:29 pm)
Yep, I have had to run the heater in defrost mod on occasion. Mainly when it's a blzzard conditions. I have now run 5 tanks through it since it has been in to the dealer and they could find "Nothing wrong". But lo and behold our mileage is hovering around 20. Before the dealer-mid to low teens. But see, your getting 25 correct? Even babying it, keeping it in the garage, very little highway milage really and still only 20. Hmmmmm.
#59 of 125 2008 Escape Hybrid---What an improvement over the 2007!!!! by malibusky Mar 13, 2007 (5:40 am)
Picked up our new 2008...my 2007 was stolen and all I have to say is ...WOW!! 2008 is a different car, they cannot even compare to each other in any way. The 2008 is a complete and total improvement over the 2007. The interior and exterior styling, the drive and handling, the sound system is waaaay better with Sirius and the GPS is actually usable, the AC system is made to to take advantage of the hybrid engine and the gas mileage even seems to be a bit better. Best of all..it was about $300 less than the 2007.   Only disadvantage...no incentives but if you wait for that....you will not be disappointed. Replies to this message: curly5 (Mar 30, 2007 12:53 pm)
#60 of 125 2008 Is a DIFFERENT World by lv031170 Mar 14, 2007 (8:13 pm)
I test drove a 2007 FEH back in January and my wife and I decided to wait for the 2008 model to see the changes. WOW! What changes. The most immediate change I noticed was the significantly quieter ride, wind noise and overall road noise. Ford stated they put more insulation in and I could sure tell.   Next, is the new and improved instrument cluster and center stack. It took seven years but they finally put in a separate button for the A/C. Yes, you can actually pick what direction you want the A/C to blow! The new "Ice Blue" instrument lighting is a nice new touch. The sound system is definitely better, too.   Overall, I am very impressed. We are getting towards the end of the first tank and it looks like we'll come in around 470 or so miles. I have a 2001 Escape and it has been a great little SUV. I'm hoping for many happy years with the new Hybrid.
#61 of 125 My bid for Neatest new feature. by mschmal Mar 15, 2007 (1:50 pm)
the direct tune radio. buttons 1 through 0 allow you to punch in the exact spot on the dial you want to turn to!   NEAT!   Mark
#62 of 125 Re: 2008 Escape Hybrid---What an improvement over the 2007!!!! [malibusky] by curly5 Mar 30, 2007 (12:53 pm)
Replying to: malibusky (Mar 13, 2007 5:40 am) Additional thing I want to add is that you will get more tax credit than for 07 model...

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