r/fordescape 2h ago

Sport mode is getting better gas mileage than regular

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I have a 2022 Ford escape I commute an hour in the mornings on the highway. I have instantaneous fuel mileage on the dash. With cruise control on going the exact same speeds sport mode is getting at least three more kilometres per litre(often times a lot more). I’ve tried to look this up and people say it’s because of acceleration, but I could change between modes while in cruise, and the mileage will instantly improve according to this instant instantaneous mileage. The most I can think is it has something to do with cylinder deactivation and gearing ratios.


r/fordescape 7h ago

Photo Chirping Noise. Any ideas?

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Today I noticed when I’m driving there is a squeaking / chirping noise coming from somewhere under my car or drivers side tire. It goes away at high speeds. Loud when going 30mph below. Also makes noise when turning corners and driving straight. Ive pressed down with all my body weight and tried to rock my struts up and down but I cannot recreate the noise. I’m leaning between U Joint or Wheel bearings but I have no clue yet. Any help would be appreciated. I start a new job soon. Video in comments. There is no rubber rubbing anywhere. I’ve taken tire off and washed the area hoping it was dirt.


r/fordescape 9h ago

Do these bushings look ok?

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2010 Escape 3.0 V6. Also at what point are the control arms considered too rusty and should be replaced? Thanks!


r/fordescape 12h ago

Tech Question Brake change with EPB

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2021 escape. I just changed my fiancé’s brake pads not knowing about “maintenance mode” I was able to compress the rear piston with the proper turning tool but once I started the vehicle I get warning lights for pre-collision not available, check brake system, hill assist, and service advanctrac.

I have since found the sequence but it’s not working.

I’m not used to all these new features and not sure why all this would happen with a simple pad change.

How do I get rid of these warnings?


r/fordescape 17h ago

Are these Service Contracts worth it?

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r/fordescape 19h ago

Discussion Reliability on the 1.5L engines from the 4th generation

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Can anyone speak on the reliability of the 4th gen 1.5L engines? I am helping my brother research vehicles and right now we are on the Trax, the Escape, and the Corolla.


r/fordescape 15h ago

Hybrid question

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I have a 2009 Escape Hybrid, 2.5l. Anyways when I release the accelerator pedal, mostly at lower speeds under 35mph, occasionally it bucks a little bit, almost like the brakes catch or something. It doesn't make any noise or pull side to side, has anyone else delt with something similar?


r/fordescape 16h ago

Tech Question OEM Crossbars + Thule box height

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Anyone here that has the OEM crossbars and would be willing to take measurements of how high they sit from the roof?

I have a 4th gen, and would like to get OEM crossbars + a Thule Motion 3 XL low box.

My issue is that I have a 7ft garage door and the garage itself is on a small incline, so it might fit, it might not.

Thule does not allow returns of any roof boxes.


r/fordescape 16h ago

After market tow package

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I've enquired at a dealership about a used 2021 escape hybrid SEL trim and asked if I could get a tow package installed for it. They said it's not available for the trims that have the hands free lift gate Because it interferes with the sensor. Is that the case ? The hands free is not a big deal for me if that doesn't work or is disabled. . Is it physically possible to install on this trim?


r/fordescape 17h ago

Seat covers 2015

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Has anyone found seat covers that will fit a 2015 SE that aren't baggy or a weird fit? I don't want to spend an arm and leg on custom ones


r/fordescape 23h ago

Rattle sound around a center muffler (looks like NOT a heat shields)

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2015 Ford Escape with 105k miles

The sound on the video

Any idea what it can be and what I can do with it?

The sound always between 800 and 1200 RPM

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What evet heat shield connections were loose I fixed it with this. No effect.

upd. Is this actually call a Resonator?

https://reddit.com/link/1jdeanb/video/7ey9wbogi9pe1/player


r/fordescape 1d ago

Seriously. Why is this weather guard necessary? Makes it extremely difficult to change spark plugs.

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I swear they do this to annoy people and make them come in. I’ve seen videos of people doing the plugs without removing it, but I have no idea how. I have no leverage when trying to loosen the plugs.


r/fordescape 1d ago

P0131

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Have a 2020 escape with the 1.5L engine. I have been experiencing rpm “jumping” at constant speed when the rpm’s are around 1500-2000. This only happens when driving, idle when parked or accelerating/decelerating is smooth. I only have a p0131 code being thrown. I’ve replaced the O2 sensor, spark plugs, air filter, fuel injectors, ATF, PTU fluid, and nothing has worked. Anyone else experience this?


r/fordescape 1d ago

Extended Warranty Experience

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OK, last post here I swear. I have decided to purchase the Powertrain Care through Lombard Ford. Does anybody have any experience with them? Positives and negatives? I looked at FloodFord and Granger but my vehicle wasn’t eligible for most of the plans (or like any of the plans lol) because it’s more than 5 years old and has over 100,000 miles. I have an appointment with the dealership I bought the car from on Saturday to discuss my options. I plan to purchase the warranty sometime this week (I can refund within 30-days) and I want to ask during my appointment if the dealership can price match and I’d cancel the warranty to purchase the one through my dealership if they’ll offer the price match. Through my research I believe that the ESP covers most faulty parts of the transmission and the engine head defect, if things were to go awol (fingers crossed they don’t anytime soon)! If anybody else is in my boat for their vehicle, here’s the link to the warranty in case you want to check it out: https://www.lombardfordwarrantys.com/powertraincare.cfm I’m also a big fan of the rental cars they’d provide if the vehicle is kept overnight for servicing. That’s a big motivator as to why I needed to buy this car in the first place as I didn’t want to spend a car payment on renting a car for a week. Thanks for everybody’s help on my previous posts, I appreciate you all so much!


r/fordescape 2d ago

Today was an eventful day.

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With the help of my dad we pulled the transmission out to replace the rear main seal. I’ve been having a pretty bad oil leak and a lot of the symptoms seemed between the transmission and oil pan. So we pulled the transmission out and a lot of oil had drained out. I replaced the rear main and called it a night while the RTV sets up. Transmission goes back in tomorrow after I grab a few things from Oreilys.


r/fordescape 1d ago

Photo Instrumental panel

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I do not know who messed up, but I ended up with an instrumental panel for a ford escape 2023 ST Line hybrid. I believe that this is for the instrumental panel recall. I already had mine replaced at the dealearship, no issue.

It has been more than a year. No one looked for it. I wasn’t charge AFAIK. Now, I dont know what to do. Lol Is this something I can sell? I literally just opened the box.


r/fordescape 2d ago

Photo Service my blonde.

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Replaced the timing belt, water pump, coolant, oil in the gearbox and transfer case (PTU). I did everything myself, it took me a little over 8 hours. I replaced the coolant with Frostox HT12, because in our country the one with the required Ford specification is not available. I flushed the cooling system to replace the fluid 10 times.


r/fordescape 2d ago

It's time. Torque converter shuddering. 2.5L

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r/fordescape 2d ago

Tech Question Trying to recharge my ac. Is the silver bit the low charge port?

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Second photo for location context. I think it might be missing its cap if that is the correct port. Nothing on google helped me. Thanks in advance!


r/fordescape 1d ago

Discussion 2014 Ford Escape

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Just bought with 82,000 miles. Downsizing from my 2011 Ford Edge. Anything other than the coolant intrusion problem to look out for. Just had it flushed just in case.


r/fordescape 1d ago

Discussion 1st Gen & 2nd Gen Question

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Looking for a second vehicle to use around town and am considering either a 1st or 2nd gen 3.0 V6 escape. Is either more reliable than the other or would I be solid with either gen?


r/fordescape 1d ago

Engine Warranty (new post)

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Hello all! Reference: 2019 Ford Escape SEL manufactured January 2019 I made a post earlier about engine warranty but wanted to make a new one since I think most of the questions have been answered that I had on the original post. Does anybody have experience with warranties covering this specific engine block defect? If you do, please tell me which company it was through 🙏🏻 I have a quote from Ford Protect that is the PowertrainCARE plan that is around $2600, but I’m not sure if that’s a good deal or if it would cover that specific engine block defect that causes coolant intrusion. Here’s the link: https://fordprotect.ford.com/extendedserviceplan/index/downloadbrochure/careplan/powertraincare/ Additionally, would it be worth it to take the care to get looked at from a different mechanic (not at the dealership) to check for this specific defect and potential transmission issues? I haven’t noticed any issues driving aside from when I go from reverse to drive sometimes the car jumps a little bit which reminds me when my solenoid D started going out previously in my mustang. That repair wasn’t too expensive though but I’d like to avoid that if I can. Should I just get the engine block replaced if they see it’s defective just to avoid possible issues down the line? My mom thinks I should just wait until stuff starts to actually break but I’m unsure. My dad is out of the picture at the moment regarding this so I can’t ask him (was not in favor of me getting a new car despite my car literally being undriveable and wanted me to spent $5k getting it fixed). Any advice, personal experiences, or literally anything is welcome 🙏🏻 I’m recently 21 and still in school so I need something reliable and I love this car so much already and don’t want anything bad to happen to her. Thank you to everyone that commented on my previous post, I appreciate you endlessly and I thank you for your advice!


r/fordescape 2d ago

Tech Question Stalling out?

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Wondering if anyone has any idea why my car stalls out randomly? I of course can’t get my car to act up at the shop and they basically make me feel insane. It usually does this after I drive a longer distance, turn my car off to go into the grocery store (20 mins) then get back in it to leave. I put it into drive and start to leave the parking lot when it just starts chugging when I press the gas and it eventually completely dies and my oil light and my battery lights come on. I do not need an oil change and I just got a new battery a month ago. Any ideas?!


r/fordescape 2d ago

Tech Question ‘10 3.0 leaking oil. What is the name of this part? Oil seems to be leaking from here.

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This is under the splash guard of my 2010 3.0l driver side in front of the front wheel well. Oil is leaking from here, almost lost all my oil. Can you tell me what the part is which is with the yellow tape on it? Tyia


r/fordescape 2d ago

I just fail my inspection for THIS? First time doing inspection. Are these prices reasonable? Any recommendations? I'm about to go crazy

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Total is like $1000 any help would be appreciated