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1 - Is there anything unique about the FEH that will interfere with side steps designed for a non-hybrid Escape? (I'm looking at Westin and they say they will work without drilling).
2 - Will the side steps cause enough turbulence to noticeably decrease my mileage?
Anyone with relevant experience?
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What should I look for OR look out for in a used one? I have read a lot here about problems in winter. I am in WI. It is in garage at night and when not used. I have 2 vehicles. Also, how long (days) can it sit without being run? I use my Ranger mostly in winter. Are some quirks showing up in the '08s? Any years to avoid or look out for? Should I ask for a CARFAX report? Contact previous owner? Escape VS. Mariner. Any important differences good or bad I should be aware of?
Would appreciate advice or info that might help me get a good vehicle at a good price.
Maybe it would be better to wait for the new Fusion and Milan hybrids. But any idea of the projected price of them? I understand their will be significant differences in the hybrid system. Salesperson said they should start to show up in first quarter of '09.
Thanks anyone/everyone!
I am really getting tired of this "look for the absolute worst in everything" approach
Does anyone have any ideas on what is causing the problem and how to fix it?
Note that Incentives vary weekly, by region, and by model. The local (SF Bay Area) store shows 27 Escape Hybrids in stock. Given the economic situation, I'm positive that deals are out there, but you may have to phone/fax/email/travel to find one in stock. It's no big deal; I once bought a hard-to-find car from a dealer 2000 miles away, the whole deal done over phone and fax.
100,000 Hybrids Reached Article click here
Article also says 1,400 taxis in NYC, and 250 San Francisco taxis in use. Pretty good field testing. I'd love to know details of where the weak spots have turned up in all that collective experience.
I'm loving the escape and very glad ford is coming back !.
two questions:
1)bug deflector: worth it? will it reduce mpgs eiether city or highway?
2) I'm aware that you cant really tow in a hybird. I was going to install a hitch to accomdate a bike rack. any recommendations? will a hitch and bike rack also reduce mpgs?
thanks in advance
Rob
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John Dixson
This is true for conventional propulsion systems, but the hybrid systems use batteries, which of course weaken over time. That is the chief worry, since the federal Hybrid warranty tops out at either 120K or 150K, depending on the state where the FEH was purchased. I've seen the packs quoted at $4000 - $6000 to replace.
HB4+HB3 or H9 and H11. Are one of these types is installed in the 2008 model or in any of the previous models??
HB4+HB3 or H9 and H11. Are one of these types is installed in the 2008 model or in any of the previous models?? "
No one is likely to know; Americans are not familiar with European standards.
My suggestion is that you contact your local Ford dealer and ask him. As far as I know the Escape is not a "world car"; i.e., it was not intended to be used outside of the US. It may not have been tested to European crash standards, for example, and Ford may not even manufacture EU spec headlights.
But the Ford dealer is vital for another reason; the hybrid system requires special expertise from the Ford maintenance folks - a European dealer may not have such expertise. So ask about the headlights, but also ask if they can maintain the FEH to Ford USA standards.
Well, let's hope that is true. Ford currently markets the Kuga in Europe.
The issue I see is that Ford redesigned the Escape in 2008, and I believe that those headlights would be different than the prior years.
Anyway, we agree: see your local Ford dealer!
I am a mid-20's female and know very little about mechanics, much less hybrids. I do understand how they work in general, though.
First off, is the mileage and price mentioned above reasonable? Is 26k miles considered "high mileage" for a hybrid- If not, what is high mileage? I want this car to last me for the next 6-7 years.
How long do the batteries last and how much do they cost to replace if needed? What other components in the hybrid that are not in the conventional car are a high cost part to have replaced? It scares me a bit getting into something so high-tech- Seems like it could be extremely pricey to fix in the future.
Is getting a Hybrid really worth it? I drive a GMC Envoy XL now and just want a smaller SUV. All the space I have now is not necessary.
I just need some help- Is it worth it? Is it a costly vehicle to repair? How long do they last- What is considered "high mileage?" I just want to make sure the cost of the car is worth it and that it will be a very reliable car for me for a number of years to come.
Appreciate any honest opinions- Help!
This problem occurs about 10% of the time. When slowing down, in electric or gas mode, at about 12 - 15 mph, the car does a small lurch forward, as if downshifting and speeding up a bit. The anti skid light flickers. Its just like a little bump from the car behind you. The Ford dealer used the hotline that says this is normal when the battery gets 100% charged, yet it happens even when not fully charged. I am not satisfied with this answer and it will be even trickier in winter weather.
Has anyone had this happen or know of a possible cause?
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It is NEVER a good idea to have regen or engine compression braking on the drive wheels of a FWD or F/awd vehicle that cannot be over-riden by ABS. VW has just introduced a technique wherein the engine of their FWD vehicles will be up-revved automatically should the driver inadvertently downshift their manual transaxles to a level that results in wheel slip due to too much engine compression braking on a low trcation surface.
When you see the anti-skid light "flicker" you can make a safe bet, a VERY safe bet, that regen has just been cancelled. Very often that alone is enough to alleviate the dangers of wheelspin/slip of the front wheels on a FWD or F/awd vehicle.
Like extended VVT-i to keep the dynamic compression ratio equal to the static ratio unless the cylinder "charge" is too high for a 13:1 CR.
DFI coming...? When..?
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If you live in a CARB state, the battery is warranted for 150K miles. However there are some NYC taxis that have over 300K on them.
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I am taking it in tomorrow because my throttle/powertrain warning light is coming on - the vehicle, it is still driving fine, but when the light comes on better find out why.
The fans are not covered, but the dealer is not supposed to break into the battery pack (the fans are part of the pack). Have the dealer put in a request to replace the battery pack assembly (which includes the pack and fan), and it should be covered. There have been several reports on the Internet of this repair being covered under the hybrid warranty.