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61 messages, Last post on Nov 21, 2009 at 7:57 AM
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| Yep, it squeaks, but only sometimes, and yep, Ford dealer said that it was probably "rust on the brakes" (2006 FEH with about 10,000 miles). Will print out the TSB and bring it to the Ford dealer, but the problem, in general, is that Ford is not owning up to this because when you bring it in, it doesn't squeak (i.e., it squeaks only intermittently). In general, I'm not impressed with Ford. I have an extended/comprehensive warranty, including oil changes for three years. When I contacted them at 7500 miles (the set time for the change), they responded that because of "new testing," they upped the time required for the oil change to 10,000 miles. Well, that means that they save money, and my oil changes cost more over time. Ugh. (Am about to post on another thread about the unbelievably poor winter mileage I'm getting--it dropped from 184 miles to empty to 182 miles to empty in less than a minute of driving, at 18.9 mpg!!). Anyone know about how the Toyota Highlander compares with the FEH? | |
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How does getting 2Xs the milage between oil changes cost you more? Mark.
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Replying to: mschmal (Jan 26, 2007 11:53 am) Let's say there's 75,000 miles on the FEH over three years. What I get based on original contract: 10 oil changes What I get with new rules: 7.5 oil changes. Therefore, the cost is 25% higher for each individual oil change. Greg
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We purchased a used 2005 FEH in April 2006. Ever since we have heard very intermittently what can only be described as a "Whooping" noise from the rear end (battery pack?). It occurs mostly, but not always, when the car is first started, and the transmission gear is irrelevant. The "Whoop" can be fairly loud or quite faint. The dealer has no idea, and the noise cannot be demonstrated since it occurs randomly. It does seem to occur in hot weather more that cold. Has anyone experienced a similar problem or have any ideas. We are quite satisfied with the FEH performance except for this annoying "Whooping" sound.
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Replying to: hsvengineer (Aug 12, 2007 5:39 pm) 
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Replying to: gmoreau (Jan 26, 2007 12:09 pm) Ask what scheduled maintence costs for the FEH vs. the Gas Escape. The FEH is less. Mark. |
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Hi, I have an 08 FEH with about 3800 miles on it. A week or two ago I noticed that when I accelerate from a stop or very slow rolling speed, there is a single thumping sound, then everything is fine. This noise sounds like it's coming from from the front left. It occurs regardless if the engine is running or if it's running on battery, so it is NOT the the rumble that occurs when the engine starts. I don't hear it if I back up. I also did not notice it when the engine was cold and running at higher RPMs. The engine noise may have masked the thump. Has anyone else experienced anything like this? Sorry if I posted this the wrong section. I'm not sure if this engine, trans, or suspension related. Thanks, Tom |
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Replying to: tomgen (Nov 19, 2007 10:01 am) That does not sound normal. If you can produce the noise on command....I would take it to the dealer and have a service advisor ride with you and listen to the thump.
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Replying to: mecheng1 (Nov 20, 2007 10:55 am) Regards, Tom |
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Replying to: tomgen (Nov 19, 2007 10:01 am) I have the exact same issue with my 08 Escape Hybrid!!! I took it to the dealer and one of their techs said he did not hear anything... Unfortunately the "Thump" was not as loud as usual when we took the drive but you could definetely hear it. It almost sounds like a loose motor mount but I was told it wasnt...At least I know now I'm not crazy! Good luck figuring it out, if I do I'll let you know...
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