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#52 of 61 Re: odd squeak [johndix60] by k2slc May 17, 2008 (10:10 am)
Replying to: johndix60 (May 17, 2008 7:42 am) I was curious about the 5000K check-up too. In my 2008 manual in the back I think it says it is mainly an inspection and a tire rotation issue. Since I put snowtires on my FEH over the winter and just had my regular tires put back on, I wasn't too worried about the tire rotation. I mostly took it in because of "the squeak". When I dropped it off, the service advisor said the oil change would be free, as the dealer does the first one free. I asked why they were going to do one, since the manual does not indicate a need for an oil change until 10K miles. He said that he didn't really think that was smart and that although he knows this is what Ford says, he still advises every 3500 miles. I think the bottom line is that they want them coming in for oil changes to get the money.   Given that the bottom line on my bill yesterday was 0, I'm not going to complain. Now I'll settle into the regular routine of following the manual, rather than what the dealer service is saying.   Kristen
#53 of 61 Squeek & Rattle - Ford Escape Hybrid by pje123 Jun 29, 2008 (11:01 am)
Replying to: detjen (Aug 07, 2006 10:29 am) I am just adding a ME TOO to this string. My 2006 FEH squeeks and rattles like a taxi cab. I am bringing it to the dealer tomorrow. Replies to this message: pje123 (Oct 16, 2008 12:24 pm) joseph85750 (Oct 16, 2008 12:51 pm)
#54 of 61 Re: odd squeak [joseph85750] by jmmilleritc Oct 16, 2008 (7:30 am)
Replying to: joseph85750 (May 09, 2008 12:40 pm) I'm having the same weird chirping squeak noise on my 08 Mariner Hybrid that I got back last November. I'm taking it to the dealer tomorrow to get it checked out and was curious if you've had any luck with your dealer fixing the noise.   I'll let you know if I find out anything as well. Replies to this message: joseph85750 (Oct 16, 2008 8:29 am)
#55 of 61 Re: odd squeak [jmmilleritc] by joseph85750 Oct 16, 2008 (8:29 am)
Replying to: jmmilleritc (Oct 16, 2008 7:30 am) The dealership couldn't figure it out, but I believe I found it on my own. I think it's the radiator cooling fan. There appears to be some sort of relay or clutch type of thing that kicks in and out when the fan starts. The chirp sound is coming from that.
#56 of 61 Re: Squeek & Rattle - Ford Escape Hybrid [pje123] by pje123 Oct 16, 2008 (12:24 pm)
Replying to: pje123 (Jun 29, 2008 11:01 am) Have them look at the back gate. The dealer added a strip of felt around the latch catch and the noise finally went away. I had to take them on two test drives before they completely went over the car, though. Keep on 'em. Replies to this message: joseph85750 (Oct 16, 2008 12:51 pm)
#57 of 61 Re: Squeek & Rattle - Ford Escape Hybrid [pje123] by joseph85750 Oct 16, 2008 (12:51 pm)
Replying to: pje123 (Oct 16, 2008 12:24 pm) My chirp sound was in front, and only occurred when it was warm.   The squeak you describe I also have, and it's in the latch. If I cut about an inch off a straw and slit it such that I can slide it on the metal latch, it takes care of that squeak.
#58 of 61 Cricket Sound only when cold by y2kimmel Oct 16, 2009 (5:27 am)
Weather in DC has turned cold again, and my noise from the early spring has returned in my 2008 FEH FWD. It sounds like a loud, overcaffeinated cricket in the passenger side footwell. The noise begins immediately on starting the engine, and continues regardless of vehicle speed, engine speed, gas or electric mode, a/c fan on or off - basically it's just continuous regardless of what the car is doing. It only occurs when the temperature gets below 55 degrees outside. It's annoying as can be, and so loud that it makes listening to the radio or talking on the phone hard. The sound reminds me of a failing motor bearing. Is there some sort of small cooling fan in this area that is constantly on? Perhaps an electronics cooling fan? Please help - going nuts. I plan on taking the car to the dealer next week, but it's very inconvenient for me, and would like to troubleshoot to prevent a multi-day stay at the dealer. Replies to this message: stevedebi (Oct 16, 2009 7:53 am) y2kimmel (Oct 16, 2009 9:15 am) whitey9 (Nov 21, 2009 7:57 am)
#59 of 61 Re: Cricket Sound only when cold [y2kimmel] by stevedebi Oct 16, 2009 (7:53 am)
Replying to: y2kimmel (Oct 16, 2009 5:27 am) " It's annoying as can be, and so loud that it makes listening to the radio or talking on the phone hard. The sound reminds me of a failing motor bearing. Is there some sort of small cooling fan in this area that is constantly on?"   I hear this sound periodically, but it is most noticed when the windows are open. Try it, and I think you may find that the sound is really LOUD outside the vehicle. To me is sounds like something in the suspension, but I have not had it checked out. It is very sporadic on my 2008 AWD. Replies to this message: y2kimmel (Oct 16, 2009 9:15 am) whitey9 (Nov 21, 2009 7:57 am)
#60 of 61 Re: Cricket Sound only when cold [stevedebi] by y2kimmel Oct 16, 2009 (9:15 am)
Replying to: stevedebi (Oct 16, 2009 7:53 am) It can't be the suspension - I hear the sound loudest inside the car, barely can hear it on the outside, and the noise occurs constantly, even when the car isn't moving. Thanks for taking a stab at it though. Replies to this message: whitey9 (Nov 21, 2009 7:57 am)
#61 of 61 Re: Cricket Sound only when cold [y2kimmel] by whitey9 Nov 21, 2009 (7:57 am)
Replying to: y2kimmel (Oct 16, 2009 9:15 am) Blower motor bearing noise. Mercedes-Benz has a blower motor to cool the electronic control units IN the giant fuse box in the engine compartment. It draws air from the passenger compartment to cool the components. The blower motor that does this makes a "cricket" sound right behind instrument cluster, especially when started in the morning during cool/cold weather. The sound goes away after 2-3mins.

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