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Re: wiper blades for 2008 Escape [desmo1]
by woogsie
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Jan 20, 2008 (2:09 pm)
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Replying to: desmo1 (Jan 20, 2008 12:53 pm)
THanks but nope.........they dont fit......its a wierd clip on the wipers.........although using rain X may help with the freezing on the windshield........I am already trying that.Just have to hope Siliblade or Ford can get them on the market fast.Thanks for your input!
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Re: Auto-dimming rearview mirror [ladyblue]
by pbstlrs1
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Feb 12, 2008 (5:36 pm)
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Replying to: ladyblue (Aug 06, 2007 2:14 pm)
I just came from the dealer today and asked them specifically about your issue; he has the same vehicle and said he removed the rear seat (center) head rest and had no issues after that....seems too simple now doesn't it. It makes sense since the "sensor" is picking up the light from vehicles approaching from the rear. I am looking at the 08 Escape which is why I was even curious about this site....interesting to see what problems people are having.
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Should I buy the 08 Escape
by pbstlrs1
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Feb 12, 2008 (5:43 pm)
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I am looking at an 08 Escape, loaded but waiting till they offer me some great discounts. I like the looks, I like the drive, don't care for the mileage but my van only gets about 23 or 24 and most of my driving is highway 95%. Just wondering mainly if anyone has been misstreated by Ford? Have they honored any warranty issues? Anyone been screwed? I realize things go wrong with new vehicles, I'm not concerned with that too much as long as the warranty service is ok. Thanks to anyone.
I also wonder if there is an available extended warranty and is it worth it?
Neal
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Road Noise
by fravo
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Feb 22, 2008 (8:38 am)
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 All I read about was how much the new 2008 Escape has improved in road noise? I just purchase a pre-certified 2008 Ford Escape XLT (4WD Auto) and the road noise is excessive. To me it sounds like I have 4WD aggressive tires on it? The tires are the standard Continental tires that come with it but they are really noisy. I had a 2004 Escape XLT before this and it had the same tires but the noise was not even comparable to the new one. I was wondering if anybody out there is experience the same problem. Also it seems like the gas mileage is less than 14 MPG (city). I absolutely love the truck the way it drives and handles and the style of the whole thing but the noise is a bit excessive.
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Re: Road Noise [fravo]
by poster1
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Mar 01, 2008 (2:46 pm)
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Replying to: fravo (Feb 22, 2008 8:38 am)
I rented an 08 4WD with the 4 cylinder this week and kind of liked it. I haven't read all your posts yet so forgive me if I repeat what others have said. I like the fact it's FWD with power to the rear tires in adverse conditions. For small cars I like front wheel drive. Let's see, the mileage was $67 for 420 miles driven, at about $3.40 a gallon so that's about 21 on the freeway. Not too good for a 4 banger. This particular rental had 13,500 miles on it and someone had definitely taken it off-road. The engine compartment was completely caked with mud, top to bottom. That said, I noticed nothing in the way of creaks or rattles. Road noise was negligible. I checked pricing and looked like for about $23k I could get a
base model 4wd. I consider buying it if the mileage was better. The hybrid is probably $3k or $4k more so I probably won't buy one. It was fine for a rental though.
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Re: Should I buy the 08 Escape [pbstlrs1]
by csiroishka
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Apr 03, 2008 (12:41 pm)
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Replying to: pbstlrs1 (Feb 12, 2008 5:43 pm)
I am leasing a 2008 since march of 07, tranny went pulling a pop up trailer thought the mountains. We were to be gone for 1 month and this happened 6 hrs into our trip. Ford said we would be reimmbursed for our expenses and we are still fighting with our dealership as of april 08.I have had nothing but problems with this car even though I love the way it fits.Has any one slese had problems such as wipers suck,back up sensor not working properly all the time,heated seats heat for 1min then go off for 7 min then 1min on then off,keyless pad not working all the time?
cathy
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Re: Should I buy the 08 Escape [csiroishka]
by woogsie
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Apr 03, 2008 (2:41 pm)
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Replying to: csiroishka (Apr 03, 2008 12:41 pm)
Yes car fits well and forget about trying to get aftermarket wipers for it..........they don't exist.Siliblade (I think thats how it is spelled) is testing some but I haven't called them lately as spring is here.Its the new technology with the clips and its quite a few 2008 cars..Volvo etc. Heated seats could be better but I am comparing to cars that cost 20k more.I have driven Jeeps for years and the escape (I have 4wd) handles much nicer in the winter.........except for those crap wipers.........that is a serious flaw and Ford needs to look at that for sure.I have had mine for 9 months now and I am pretty happy with it overall.One thing for sure.........if u have cloth seats and u fold them down u need to put something to protect the seats because it marks.Somebody else showed me that.Anyway just a few flaws to mention.Good luck!
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Re: Should I buy the 08 Escape [woogsie]
by desmo1
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Apr 05, 2008 (10:23 am)
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Replying to: woogsie (Apr 03, 2008 2:41 pm)
Wait and buy an 09 like me. The s
new ones will have a V-6 with 30 more horsepower and a SIX speed transmission as well as available sync. I would not be surpirzed if it would outrun a 3.5 Edge at 264 hp!
If you want a deal they are giving away the 08s, but I will wait for the '09 Limited AWD
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Re: Should I buy the 08 Escape [desmo1]
by baveux
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Apr 12, 2008 (9:02 pm)
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Replying to: desmo1 (Apr 05, 2008 10:23 am)
Whats coming with the towing package I know for the hitch and the tail light cable, but what else ? Thanks !
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Re: Should I buy the 08 Escape [baveux]
by desmo1
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Apr 13, 2008 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: baveux (Apr 12, 2008 9:02 pm)
If you are talking about an '08 the only other thing might a bigger trans cooler, but I though I read somewhere that the bigger trans cooler is standard. Go to fordvehicles.com and "build" an '08 escape and click on the explanation of the trailer tow package.
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