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#550 of 650 Re: idling 2013 Escape [tl9] by automelon48

Jan 24, 2013 (12:43 am)

Replying to: tl9 (Jan 23, 2013 4:31 pm)
1250 RPM after a cold start.
900 RPM during warm up.
750 RPM when engine is at full temp.
In gear or neutral seems to make no difference.

#551 of 650 Ford Escape 2013 S by jluian

Jan 27, 2013 (10:43 am)

I bought my 2013 Ford Escape this week I drove it for 200 miles, now my dashboard lights are flickering on and off non stop. It kill the battery overnight. Re-charged it and it is always going on . What am I supposed to do.

#552 of 650 Re: Ford Escape 2013 S [jluian] by bdyment

Jan 27, 2013 (10:52 am)

Replying to: jluian (Jan 27, 2013 10:43 am)
Take it to your dealer. It is under warranty. Let them fix it.

#553 of 650 MyFord Touch upgrade by explorerx4

Jan 28, 2013 (3:45 pm)

My wife downloaded the software upgrade onto a memory stick and requested her new NAV card on Saturday afternoon. It looks like the SD card got here today, which is pretty quick.

#554 of 650 Re: Ford 2013 escape deceleration, drag & lurching when engaging gas pedall. [usa1fan] by jjkelley

Feb 05, 2013 (11:48 am)

Replying to: usa1fan (Jan 09, 2013 3:52 am)
having the same issues and it's on it's 3rd time back in. They say it is normal, it is the computer talking. I am afraid of getting into an accident. They want to put a black box on it. Now the sensors are going off when I am driving, like I am going to hit someone, and there is nothing around me. I think it is the computer, because it doesn't happen every time??? anyone else had this happen?

#555 of 650 Re: Ford 2013 escape deceleration, drag & lurching when engaging gas pedall. [jjkelley] by bogey235

Feb 05, 2013 (11:55 am)

Replying to: jjkelley (Feb 05, 2013 11:48 am)
My sensors go off when it is snowing. I am guessing the sensors are picking up the snow flakes. It is very irritating!

#556 of 650 Re: Ford 2013 escape deceleration, drag & lurching when engaging gas pedall. [bogey235] by jjkelley

Feb 05, 2013 (12:44 pm)

Replying to: bogey235 (Feb 05, 2013 11:55 am)
Not snowing!!

#557 of 650 some driving observations by explorerx4

Feb 06, 2013 (7:38 pm)

My wife has had her 13 AWD Ti for about 4 months and 4400 miles, but tonight was the first time I drove it any distance, about 15 miles. Actually, the 2nd time I ever drove it.
Compared to our 09 Limited V6, the ride is much more compliant, despite the 19 wheels.
It's a little softer off the line from a stop, as she has mentioned.
Idle has some vibration, but after that very smooth and plenty of power if you want to use it.
It down shifts way too often, but I expect this to work itself out by 10k, based on the other Fords I have owned or currently drive.
BLIS is helpful and not intrusive, as i have read in some reviews.
Pretty quiet on the highway compared to the '09, too.
Seat backs really hug you sides and heaters are strong.
The built in garage door opener works and is a nice feature.
I usually split my driving between 2 Explorers.

#558 of 650 2013 Escape 1.6 Ecoboost oil change [milano327] by 2013escape4

Feb 09, 2013 (2:34 am)

Replying to: milano327 (Dec 18, 2012 9:51 am)
Space is very limited and expect oil to have to be cleaned of the block and ancillary equipment, at least what I have found (and by the Ford tech’s comments for the first “free” oil change, a real pain), notwithstanding having the removal and replacement of the undercarriages aero-dynamic shield .
 
The Ford “spec” for the FL-960S is Height 3.360 in., Outside Diameter 3.150 in. The horizontal positioning of the filter only allows a few turns to loosen/or tighten with the use of an end type filter socket using a low profile ratchet so I have found a “strap type” filer wrench much better saving time, aggravation and I’m sure the inevitable bent cooling fins trying to remove the filter with the ratchet /socket.

#559 of 650 trailer towing by dan5678

Feb 10, 2013 (7:17 pm)

Don't see a specific recommendation in the owners' manual .... suppose I could ask the dealer, but where's the fun in that?
 
vehicle is 2013 2.0L AWD + factory tow package.
 
I read thru the "~towing selector~" document on ford.com and both it and the owners' manual mention "tow/haul" positions on automatic transmissions. Wonder why they decided to put that verbiage in these documents if the Escapes' transmission doesnt actually include it.
 
That being said, any opinions as to what's the best position to put the shifter into while towing? I'm jumping the gun a bit, don't actually have a trailer at the moment, but will eventually need to figure this out.
 
Still in the <1000mi break-in period, so no towing yet, but I've already noticed improved driving response in the hilly areas hereabouts with the trans in 'S'. The towing chapter from the owners' manual mentions "...provides enging braking and helps eliminate excessive transmission shifting..." and the transmission chapter says the "S" position "... provides additional grade(engine) braking and ....enhance performance for uphill climbs...". Those statements would tend to point me toward sticking the transmission in 'S' for towing. Opinions? Facts?

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