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70 messages, Last post on Sep 15, 2009 at 10:33 AM
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Replying to: desmo1 (Jan 27, 2008 3:57 pm) The 2009 Ford Escape was unveiled at the 2008 Washington Auto Show. Sporting a 2.5-liter engine and 6-speed automatic transmission that replaces the four speed automatic transmission, the new powertrain is expected to improve the EPA estimated fuel economy by 1 mile per gallon and increase horsepower by 11% to 170 horsepower. The new engine is also the new basis for Ford’s hybrid models, including the Ford Escape Hybrid and Mercury Mariner Hybrid. “For every eight Escape and Mariner vehicles we sell, one of them is a hybrid, and the appeal is growing,” says Sue Ciscke, Ford senior vice president, Sustainability, Environment and Safety Engineering.
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Replying to: pbstlrs1 (Feb 21, 2008 9:58 pm) |
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Is the Escape built on a car or truck frame? I’m wondering about the ride and comfort. We are getting rid of an Explorer and want to get a good comfortable riding car, but really like the convenience of an SUV. It is hard to get a good feel for a car just on a short test drive.
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Replying to: jkinzel (May 16, 2008 6:26 am)
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Replying to: bdyment (May 17, 2008 6:07 am) |
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I have a 08' Escape XLT FWD with approx 730 miles. I am hearing a "squeek" front the back end of the car when braking. It seems to occur when the car has been driven for a while (warmed up). I have had it to the Dealer twice and they cannot locate the problem nor offer a repair. They have contacted "Oasis" to check for Bulletins with no resolution. I've explained to the Service Rep/Technician that it seems like when the weight of the car shifts from the front to the back as you complete the stop. The car makes the "squeek." The Technician states that he hears a noise that he feels is coming front the back Brakes. He has tightened suspension pieces. But, still the squeek. Has anyone experienced this same issue? And, have you found the fix?
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THis car will. be worth the wait. THere will be a new 4 cylinder engine and more HP from the 3.0L v6. THere will be more NVH insulation. There will be upgrades to the rear brake system. The biggest drums in its class. Sync will be available along with Ford's next gen nav with sirius travel link. Mark
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Replying to: mschmal (Jun 16, 2008 4:20 am) Why the biggest rear drums rather than normal discs like every other manufacturer is offering. Who has rear drums anyway, so they can easily win that award. Still I could be mistaken. Wouldn't buy a vehicle with rear drums, discs all around or just say no. |
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Replying to: mschmal (Jun 16, 2008 4:20 am) |
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Rear Drums. Drums have a lower cost of maintenance then discs. Rear brakes handle much less of the braking than the Fronts. If a car with rear drums has good stopping performance than the disc gives no advantage. Mark. |
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