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Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute: Problems & Solutions

4133 messages,  Last post on Mar 24, 2013 at 5:59 AM

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#4116 of 4133 Re: Something to check if your Escape has poor idle or stalling. [callahanescape] by nopromech5

Nov 19, 2012 (6:18 am)

Replying to: callahanescape (Feb 02, 2012 6:43 am)
After hundreds of dollars and replacing all of the mentioned in the original post, the hose did it, I found the bad hose, covered it with tape and it worked! The hose i replaced had a sleeve covering the hole. so it was hard to find.. I guess the sleeve was suppose to protect it. This also caused my gage cluster to go crazy when I accelerated over 55 mph. This was also corrected after replacing the hose. Hope this helps someone else. It was a great tip.

#4117 of 4133 Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute Woes [johnb1] by printerman1

Nov 20, 2012 (6:39 pm)

Replying to: johnb1 (Apr 08, 2004 3:23 pm)
our 2011 had similar problem..we found the lurching was the tranny gear hunting. This was corrected by software, and then a loud clunking sound (solenoid in the gear box)
NOW we had the heating motor switch (circular knob on the left), no heat on #1,#2...easy repair for us...solenoid under the glove compartment.

#4118 of 4133 faint thumping sound left side by printerman1

Dec 27, 2012 (6:57 pm)

noted this sound in the last few month, conveniently after the 60K warranty expired. Accelerates & brakes fine (except for the grunt sound just as you stop). My daughter confirmed its not my medication.
noting the sound occurs when Escape in motion.

#4119 of 4133 Re: faint thumping sound left side [printerman1] by hwmspec

Dec 28, 2012 (1:33 am)

Replying to: printerman1 (Dec 27, 2012 6:57 pm)
Most likely the universal joint. I replaced mine on a Mazada Tribute, thumping went away. Easy Fix.

#4120 of 4133 Re: running lights blinking? [semag] by daveg1952

Dec 28, 2012 (2:45 pm)

Replying to: semag (Mar 06, 2007 7:30 pm)
Blinking running lights are caused by a faulty "DRLM" Daytime Running Light Module" I've got the same problem. Seems Mazda wants $160.00 for a replacement and all of the part stores I've checked don't even list them. Might be best to go to a wreckers. It is located under the dash about where the drivers knees are. Good luck.

#4122 of 4133 Escape Cutting Out by siko

Jan 16, 2013 (9:20 am)

I have a 2002 Ford Escape 6cyl bought for my son. As ran well till recently. Now when overdrive kicks in and I start up a small grade it cuts out badly. Once I give it gas and the rpms go up it is fine. If I turn off OD it is fine. Has something to do with the low Rpms. Any suggestions

#4123 of 4133 Re: Something to check if your Escape has poor idle or stalling. [nopromech5] by brian2345

Jan 17, 2013 (12:48 pm)

Replying to: nopromech5 (Nov 19, 2012 6:18 am)
Hi, what hose(s) are you referring to please? Electrical? Which one(s)?
 
I appreciate your reply and help with this.
 
Thanks!
 
Brian

#4124 of 4133 Re: faint thumping sound left side [printerman1] by explorerx4

Jan 17, 2013 (3:22 pm)

Replying to: printerman1 (Dec 27, 2012 6:57 pm)
Check the sway bar end link. It's a vertical piece about 5 to 6 inches long.
I had one replaced that was bent. It should be straight.
You can go to fordparts.com to see what one looks like.

#4125 of 4133 sudden loss of most engine power by steve_ HOST

Feb 25, 2013 (8:39 am)

"Federal safety regulators have opened a new safety investigation into 724,000 Ford Escape, Fusion and Mercury models over reports of sudden loss of most engine power.
 
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Monday it has opened a preliminary investigation into the 2009-2011 Escape, Fusion, Mercury Mariner and Milan"
 
U.S. investigates 724,000 Ford vehicles for engine problems (Detroit News)
 
There's been some throttle body posts in here so if you have an Escape that fits the years, you may want to file your own complaint at the NHTSA (link).

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