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130 messages, Last post on Oct 23, 2009 at 9:11 AM
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I just bought a 2006 FEH 2WD with 45,000 miles on it. When I got the car, it made a light whistling sound when applying the brakes and sometimes when the car is in electric mode and you are driving. I was looking over this forum and I have seen people with a similar complaint. The car is certified pre owned for 100k but it is only the powertran. Right now I have 25 days till the premium part of the plain runs out so I like to get it checked out and I do not want to spend the first 100 dollars again for the dealer to tell me that it is normal when it is not. From looking over your forum I tried braking in neutral and I do not get the whistle so I believe it is something in the regen braking system. The service manager tells me everyone has a low whistle and I am probably hearing the pumps. Any opinions wouls help, thanks Marc
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Replying to: marcuscrv (Jun 03, 2009 10:03 am) I am the original owner of a 2006 Escape with now 16,000 miles driven. From the onset, I've noticed a low whistle noise when driving - coming from the front of the vehicle. I kinda thought it was the brakes. What the service manager is telling you sounds right. Whether this condition is normal is for this forum to reply back. I'm still in the warranty period . Here's one for you. How do you like the ride with your Escape. I 'm keeping the tire pressure at 32 psi. Feels harsh to me when driving what I thought was like a "car" suspension. Maybe the shocks need replacement. Unless this is "normal". Ed
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Replying to: jurdean (Jun 03, 2009 2:00 pm) Marc
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Replying to: marcuscrv (Jun 16, 2009 12:26 pm) every time i hit the brakes, i wonder though. and i always think that warning light is going to come on. not much confidence to have in a $30K+ car, sadly. i have considered trading it in. |
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The saga continues...   2 weeks ago ABS light/service brake system message and brakes go mostly to the floor. Dealer finds codes 1524/1526 and replaces master cylinder ($1700). One week after repair same issue. Different dealer finds different code (they won't show me) indicating some ground harness. Because it's a different repair they won't honor the repair warranty from the other dealer. I referenced a recall notice regarding ABS module and they indicate I don't fall under the recall because it doesn't mention "hybrid" only regular Escapes. I am filing complaints with the BBB and the NHTSA and will NEVER buy another Ford. FYI...in 1989 I bought an Escort. In the first year with 15K miles the timing belt broke. Ford would not honor that as a warranty repair stating "The warranty only covers internally lubricated parts that are NOT designed for failure and that the timing belt is DESIGNED to fail". That may be, but not in 1 year or < 20K miles.
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Replying to: scalabilitydab (Jul 11, 2009 10:57 am) Anyway - in the time I've had this Escape - I got 3 service brake messages, while driving - there would be a "beep" and then this message would show up on the instrument panel. I would find a place off roadway to stop - shut off the vehicle and the message would go away. Then continue my trip. It wouldn't happen again. It's now been over 6 months since happening. No problems. Obviously there was some "short. I called the dealer. They told me to make an appointment for all day to check out. I don't have all day to have the Escape "looked" at. Never been to the dealer. Probably will happen again after the warranty period.
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Following the tire pressure placard on door- noticed that my Escape rides "rough". I think it's the shocks. Is it possible that the shocks were set up with lower tire pressures at the factory. I do not expect a "car-like" ride w/ this vehicle but these SUV's - Escape to me included - should ride like a car. At least when I took the test drive. Well - maybe I should think "truck" suspension here. Is it a tradeoff here - to get better gas mileage - you have to keep the tires at 36 PSI. |
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Replying to: jurdean (Jul 14, 2009 3:17 pm) |
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Have been reading about brake issues on Mariner and FEH's AWD's. Thanks for your concerns and advice. Our Mariner has a tad over 47k miles. This week there have been two occasions at startup when "service brake..." message flashed and vehicle would not start. It also made some weird noises in operation at an intersection. I have the camera close by and the next time it gives me a warning...I'll take a picture of the message/code. If the dealer tells me some baloney about there's nothing wrong,,,using the ' doubting Thomas bit'...then, when he or she is finished blabbering, then I'll produce the photo evidence. I know they're going to try their best to have me chase my tail for 6 months...or, if brakes fail, end up being part of my funeral... Heirs can participate in lawsuit..and become millionaires on my behalf....Aaahaha I'm partial to Ford products and hope they don't try to screw me on this issue.
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