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#97 of 150 SYNC is not possible after market. by mschmal Oct 28, 2007 (8:41 am)
The Sync system is wired to every electrical system in the vehicle and can not be added after the fact.   Future Sync applications (which will be available to previous owners through updates) will provide the same type of features as OnStar.   Mark. Replies to this message: aladdinsane (Oct 28, 2007 11:20 am)
#98 of 150 Re: SYNC is not possible after market. [mschmal] by aladdinsane Oct 28, 2007 (11:20 am)
Replying to: mschmal (Oct 28, 2007 8:41 am) Hello, Mark...   If it's true that SYNC will become Ford's answer to GM's OnStar, in future, then I DEFINITELY would purchase a Ford in time!   Just how long in future do you think SYNC will become the "new" OnStar, so to speak?   Peace!<-AladdinSane- -
#99 of 150 Re: 2008 brake noise [cgb002] by yvonnie01 Nov 01, 2007 (1:07 pm)
Replying to: cgb002 (Sep 07, 2007 6:58 am) I bought a 2008 Escape in June. After about a week, I noticed a grinding noise when I take right hand curves at about 20-25 MPH. Is this the same type of noise you heard, and if so, did you get it fixed? I've had my car at the dealer 3 times and they can't "duplicate" the noise therefore nothing has been fixed on my car. I'm taking it to a different Ford dealer, but would like to know if you have any more information I can give them to help resolve this problem. Any thoughts? Thanks. Replies to this message: molly09 (Oct 07, 2009 4:58 pm)
#100 of 150 FWD V. AWD by desmo1 Dec 06, 2007 (1:32 pm)
We are going to buy an 08 Escape Limited in a few months and would like to know what you can tell me about the following.   Has anyone here had (or heard of) problems with the AWD system? If so, what kind of problems?   How does the gas mileage compare between the AWD and the FWD?   Thanks! Replies to this message: coolbeansoh (Dec 06, 2007 3:08 pm) desmo1 (Dec 06, 2007 5:56 pm)
#101 of 150 Re: FWD V. AWD [desmo1] by coolbeansoh Dec 06, 2007 (3:08 pm)
Replying to: desmo1 (Dec 06, 2007 1:32 pm) I bought a 2008 Escape Limited FWD back in June. I mainly drive only in the city and I have been averaging about 17-18 mpg. I owned a 2001 Escape with 4WD before this and would say that the mileage was pretty much the same. In the 2001 Escape the 4WD only kicked in when it was needed so it wasn't an AWD full time system. I live in a small city that keeps the roads clear during the winter months so I didn't feel it necessary for me to have the AWD. Good Luck with your new 'Escape i'm sure you will enjoy it! Replies to this message: desmo1 (Dec 06, 2007 5:56 pm)
#102 of 150 Re: FWD V. AWD [coolbeansoh] by desmo1 Dec 06, 2007 (5:56 pm)
Replying to: coolbeansoh (Dec 06, 2007 3:08 pm) Thanks, coolbeansoh
#103 of 150 2008 Escape Fuel Economy. by mschmal Dec 07, 2007 (5:22 am)
I sell Fords. SO believe me when I tell you that the Escape Fuel economy due to the anchient powertrain (20 yr old engine and transmission design), Fuel Econ is not competitive. Really doesn't matter AWD or FWD. Expect under 20 around town and low 20s on the highway.   I think the Escape has other things going for it, especially value of equipment you get, along with a sophisticated AWD system.   Compared to CRV: 1. V6 engine, 2. Dash didn't come from a mini-van 3. Can open hatch glass seperately 4. back seats fold flat 5. Light Truck tires on XLT and Limited for better bad weather performance. 6. 2nd row provides real leg and head room for 2 adults.   Overall I think the Escape is about equal to the CRV but for the 4 cylinder being the only engine available on the CRV   Compared to RAV4 The RAV is a disaster of packaging and totally unsuited to the US market. All Toyota did was bring over a home market vehicle with little or no concessions to your requirements. 1. 2nd row leg room is totally lacking. Putting adults in the 3rd row would be concidered torture under international law. 2. The back hatch. This is the part that completely ruins this vehicle. Why in the year 2007 Toyota forces you to move the weight of the spare tire every time you wanted to get into the back is an example of the contempt they have for Americans. Not to mention you can't even open if you are paralle parked. It will stike the car behind you and block your acces from the curb because it opens to the right (thats ok in a left drive country like Japan.) 3. Way 2 expensive for what you get.   Compared to Nissan Rogue. 1. Escape has better ride and isolation 2. Escape has a wider track 3. V6 although with the Rogues CVT its not missed as much as it is with the CRV.   Conclusion. Ford considers the Escape to be an SUV and it gets SUV like fuel economy. The Ford Edge gets the same but is a bigger vehicle.   Mark. Replies to this message: desmo1 (Dec 07, 2007 8:49 am)
#104 of 150 Re: 2008 Escape Fuel Economy. [mschmal] by desmo1 Dec 07, 2007 (8:49 am)
Replying to: mschmal (Dec 07, 2007 5:22 am) Thanks so much for your candid and prompt response. I agree 100%. An old powertrain is a proven powertrain. I also like all of the luxury items available on the Escape. Since the mileage is about the same, I think we will get the AWD.   BTW does the "trailer tow" package really get you a trans cooler?   Thanks!   First On Race Day
#105 of 150 No available winter wiper blades by antoninb Dec 09, 2007 (2:23 pm)
Does anyone have a source for winter wiper blades for the 2008 Escape? Major retail outlets in Canada (eg Canadian Tire) don't carry them, and Ford doesn't even have a part number for such an item. The connection between the wiper blade and the arm is unique, and I haven't found an aftermarket blade that can adapt to it.   Unfortunately, with the weather we get in rural Canada, winter blades are pretty much a necessity.   Thanks! Replies to this message: aldagenais (Dec 10, 2007 8:03 am)
#106 of 150 Re: No available winter wiper blades [antoninb] by aldagenais Dec 10, 2007 (8:03 am)
Replying to: antoninb (Dec 09, 2007 2:23 pm) I'm in the same boat.. I have found that silblade.com sell flexblade GVM technology, but they don't list the 2008 Escape. I sent them an email but no reply yet.   Ford tells me to bring in my Escape to have checked and they might have to redesign to wipers.( yeh that's going to happen)   Volvo also have this conector type.   If someone knows where to buy Silblade wipers in Canada let me know.   Thanks

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