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136 messages, Last post on Nov 04, 2009 at 9:35 AM
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The Foreign Prius and the Domestic Ford Escape Hybrid use the SAME eCVT trans from the SAME factory.... Now what will you buy. Future trend for all manufacturers is to push more component production to outside supplies to save costs. The foreign/domestic built distinction will get even blurrier. Mark. |
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Yesterday I noticed a slight vibration through the steering wheel of our Freestyle and when I rolled down the window I heard a whine that seemed to increase and decrease relative to the speed of the vehicle. This concerned me greatly. We arrived at our destination where the car sat for 2 hours. Afterward on the drive home there were no such symptoms. I can't say for certain it was the CVT but it seemed likely. No warning lights came on. It was very hot, so not sure if it was temperature related. Anyone else ever experience this? The Freestyle is an '05 AWD with 42k miles. It seems to be fine again today. - Chad
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Replying to: saabturboid (Aug 10, 2007 6:26 am) There's a noticeable whine at low speed (like parking), and vibration through the steering wheel. The vibration is more pronounced when turning (though you can feel a bit when not turning at all). My understanding is that the electric motor on the CVT exhibits a 'whine', and that's how it is... As far as the vibration, I actually wonder if it's the power steering pump? I took the car into a dealer once to have an issue with the rear seat checked out, and I figured I'd pay the rent by having them change the oil. That experience left me afraid to go back to that dealer (seat not fixed, crank case under-filled an entire quart), so bringing in a car that exhibits a symptom that only happens when hot probably isn't going to go to well, at this dealer at least... Honestly, the 'vibration/whine' issue doesn't bother me in the least, though I too wonder if something is wrong/about to break. Since I have a 6 yr/100K extended warranty, I'm not overly concerned, but I would be curious if anyone else has had this issue, and if it lead to something catastrophic, or if that's just how it is. |
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Replying to: freealfas (Aug 09, 2007 1:24 pm) Domestics still haven't raised their game enough and remain minor league.
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2005 SEL in the first 1600 Mi on highway 12 MPG - front brakes replaced and rotors resurfaced. Transmission died in the middle of freeway at 7500 M. After 30 in service there is very inconsistent engine breaking and the alignment had to be done 5 times. at 10k the rear brakes were done. < 1mm. 19k Transmission dies again, also rear brakes are done again. In hot weather (100F +) the idle is going up and down, especialy when pressing the brake pedal. Try driving in slow traffic! Ford bought the vehicle back. A few problems were never "verified" by the dealer, like doors not opening with remote, fast blinking signals. We test drove different cars to replace our Freestyle, and sadly, nothing drives as safe as it did. Mazda CX7 comes close, but the 08 Toyota Highlander is a disapointment. Oh, what to do.....? |
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Replying to: vicenac (Aug 23, 2007 12:01 pm)
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Replying to: freealfas (Aug 23, 2007 1:45 pm) |
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Replying to: freealfas (Aug 23, 2007 1:45 pm)
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Replying to: dnash (Aug 27, 2007 3:44 am)
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Replying to: saabturboid (Aug 10, 2007 6:26 am) Heather |
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