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According to the Ford Warranty 18,000 miles is the cut off for Ford to voluntarily replace the brakes for free. Is there anything I can do? I am so furious.
In addition, I have experienced 3x the car stopping movement when I'm turning and applying the brakes at a low speed(like 10mph) Then the car starts back up. It seems like an ABS problem. I have experienced it 2x making a left but my husband noticed it 1x making a right. Does anyone else know anything about this? I'm wondering if a problem in the front could cause the excessive wear in the rear.
Thanks!
i like my awd fusion, but i think we could still use another wagon.
When I once drove my wife's Ford Freestar minivan, by comparison I thought the brakes were bad because I needed so much more force. I had the Freestart checked out and everything was good.
It's easy to miss the pedals, especially with a big foot. I'm 11.5 myself. I find that when I brake hard I need to be belted up good with the other foot firmly on the floor, otherwise my weight going forward will slam on the brake too hard.
Sorry about the porch. Could have been worse. You could have had a Toyota family killer gas pedal.
while the engine is running put some pressure on the pedal with your foot and see if the pedal slowly goes down to the floor. and test if the point when the pedal has a firm feel goes up if you pump the pedal (i.e. apply pressure a few times in a row). that's how i realized that something is wrong.
http://www.jdpower.com/autos/articles/2010-Vehicle-Dependability-Study-Results/p- age-3
Under the Midsize Multi Activity Vehicle category the top 3 were Toyota Highlander,
Toyota 4Runner, and Ford Freestyle
I was surprised to see the Freestyle beating the Nissan Murano and the Honda Pilot. I thought Japanese makes were supposed to be more dependable. And I hear Japanese cars never accelerate unexpectedly either. Go figure.
(and the clunker photo just shows up when you are in the Post box).
So I looked for a very low noise tire when they were replaced last month. I ended up with a Hankook H418 that is a world of difference. MUCH quieter.
Now with the Hankook tires, the car is almost dead silent even at 70 MPH. I used to dread rough roads, but now barely hear anything as I roll over the worst roads.
And the Hankook H418 is one of the lowest priced tires too. The ratings at Consumer Reports aren't the best, but the tires seem to handle great for me, and I care most about their quietness, which is so blissful now.
Thanks!
Any info would be extremely helpful!!!
I'm selling it because I no longer need a big car. I bought a used Prius, so I figure I'll save about $1000/year in gas, plus I'd rather sell the Freestyle now while it's running great and my opinion of it is still positive.
Good luck to everyone with their cars.
TSB
07-26-8 FRONT STRUT NOISE - BUILT BEFORE 10/19/2007
Publication Date: December 21, 2007
FORD: 2008 Taurus X, Taurus
MERCURY: 2008 Sable
This article supersedes TSB 07-19-3 to update the Service Procedure and production fix date.
ISSUE:
Some 2008 Taurus, Taurus X and Sable vehicles built on or before 10/19/2007, may exhibit a popping/rubbing/grunting/squeaking or creaking type noise from the front strut mount. Typically, the noise is observed in the front outboard wheel while turning. This noise may be caused by the jounce bumper rubbing against the strut rod, or the dust boot rubbing against the strut mount cup.
ACTION:
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Raise the vehicle as described in Workshop Manual, Section 100-02.
Reach through the spring and pull the strut dust cover and jounce bumper assembly straight down, out of the strut bearing mount.
Apply Motorcraft Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound: (Figure 1)
To the entire length of the chromed strut rod above the jounce bumper and 360° around the rod.
To the top and sides of the uppermost part of the dust boot.
Figure 1 - Article 07-26-8
Slide the dust cover upward into its original location on the strut.
Repeat the procedure on the other side of the vehicle.
Lower the vehicle.
PART NUMBER PART NAME
XG-3-A Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound
Just this week I've also been getting a periodic knocking noise coming from the dashboard close to the steering column. Does anyone know what causes this?
http://www.fordtaurus.net/forums/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=16355
Thanks.