92merc
-
Posts
2,385 -
Joined
-
Last visited
-
Days Won
7
Content Type
Profiles
Forums
Gallery
Downloads
Store
Posts posted by 92merc
-
-
If you do replace the battery yourself, there is a Battery Management system (BMS) that needs to be reset. That way the vehicle knows you have a new battery and treats the charging differently than an old battery.
-
I don't have any first hand experience. But I've watched a few YT videos of various mechanics using various similar products. These were done on the 4 cylinder Escape models. But I'm sure the F150 would be the same. Liquids appears to produce weak results. What seems to work best is removing the intake and walnut blasting. Or one video I saw, they used a bunch of zip ties on a drill to act as a scrubber and clean it up. From the before/after pictures, those did a way better job.
But I would think you want that injector replaced first. Just my 2 cents.
-
You have frost on the windshield when that is lit? If it is lane centering, and the camera is covered (located behind your inside mirror), it could trigger that.
I had that happen on the company Escape. But the Escape was the a stripper model. Lower than the SE. But it did have that warning when I couldn't reach the camera to scrape the frost off. Being a stripper, didn't have your digital dash.
-
-
I think MT was too focused on the luxury truck aspect of the review. I guess if you're able to afford the $100k you're spending on these trucks, I get it.
But in the end, it was a review by a magazine I historically rarely agree with, about a truck I'll never buy because it is an electric that doesn't fit my needs and out of my price range regardless.
-
2
-
-
I was thinking they meant the split door system like the old Expedition had.
-
1 hour ago, rmc523 said:
How would that be any better than the liftglass?
Then you can access the roof from the back of the vehicle, instead of only from the sides.
-
Ah man, RPREZ would have been all over this one...
-
2
-
-
35 minutes ago, mackinaw said:
From memory, the Ford Five Hundred (circa 2005) had a CVT transmission mated to the 3.0L V6 in the AWD models. I remember reading that it was a "high torque" CVT. It was expensive to produce, so was dropped in favor of a more conventional auto tranny at some point.
Only the AWD had the CVT. They actually put a AISIN 6 speed in the FWD models. I had a FWD Montego and the 6 speed. Five Hundred/Freestyle/Montego AWD all had the same CVT.
When they did the refresh to Taurus/Sable in 2008?, they went to an in-house 6 speed for both FWD and AWD.
-
56 minutes ago, akirby said:
Im not convinced they’ll be plug in hybrids.I didn't either. Until I read this:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/ford-maverick-phev-awd-pickup-truck-spy-photos/
It's from 2022, so things could have changed.
-
1
-
-
14 minutes ago, DeluxeStang said:
Not to mention I bet the upcoming AWD maverick hybrid still uses that same e-cvt, just with an additional electric motor powering the rear wheels or something. I bet that setup pushes 250-300 hp.
I don't know where the torque/hp limit for Ford's e-cvts lies. But it definitely sounds like something that's overbuilt, and under stressed by design. I could see a beefier e-cvt working well for a ranger hybrid. But I don't see that setup working well for an F-150 or super duty.
I wouldn't bet on that. The current Escape hybrid uses a driveshaft to power the rear wheels. But the Corsair uses the dedicated rear electric motor.
I wish they'd just go to the rear electric.
-
Since Lincoln Nautilus is C2 based, it would only make sense to build a new Edge off the same C2. Share powertrains. Try to build with US suppliers.
Back on topic though, Bronco sport needs hybrid options ASAP. Shift battery product slated for EV's that are going to happen to all of the C2 platform.
-
It's ironic that Tesla can be an innovator with it's build processes, and yet totally fail at overall product quality.
-
2
-
-
I wonder how the free trade agreement works with foreign companies building in Mexico? I mean Ford is technically a foreign company in Mexico.
I would hope the trade agreement is null when the company is receiving aide from their parent country. If not, it needs to be updated to apply.
-
1
-
-
Per the headline, any of the US automakers could die if they don't succeed at EV's. Chevy, Ford, Stelantis, and even Tesla may not be immune to the Chinese onslaught.
But Like Gurgeh stated, China is working on moving a significant amount of manufacturing to Mexico, and not just cars. Cheaper shipping to US market. Cheaper labor. They know their worker base is shrinking in China and they're doing what the can to survive.
I agree, if CCP is giving money to Chinese automakers for Mexican factories and the cars themselves, tariff those products too.
The reality is the US EV market can't move away from Chinese batteries just yet. It'll take time for Californian and Wyoming metals production to come online and the US start making truly their own batteries. But I hope that comes to fruition.
-
1
-
-
I'm sure that extra button on the console was $60 alone!
-
Had it on my 2013 Escape. Used it a few times. It worked well. Haven't even tried it on my 2020 Escape. Just don't parallel park much.
I'd much rather they keep the keypad on the doors than this.
-
5
-
-
The Lincoln discussion was closed. Let's not drag it over into this thread. By extension, Cadillac too.
-
I traded in my 2013 Escape Ti this fall. Had the HID's. Never had to replace them. Also had HID's in my 2007 Mercury Montego. Never changed those either in 150k miles.
Now the battery! Yes, dammit. That was a stupid setup on my 2013 Escape. I took the wiper tray out method. Some take out the air box.
I was thinking since the Escape Hybrid has the 12v battery in the trunk at the spare tire, all Escapes would have it. Nope. Why have two setups? But at least you can get the battery out no problem under the hood.
-
Ford could have exciting vehicles again. But unless they also give us more reliable vehicles, they'll be stuck where they are.
Jaguar and Range Rover have exciting vehicles. Look where they are at with their crappy reputation.
-
5
-
-
43 minutes ago, akirby said:
I wonder what rperez817 would say about that?
Glad we don’t have to hear it, but curious nonetheless.
"Tesla does is soooo much better. No one will ever beat Tesla at their game."
-
5
-
-
16 minutes ago, akirby said:
Is it imported from China or South Korea? Low prices on a decent vehicle equals high volume.
South Korea. Along with the Buicks, save the Enclave.
-
Yep, that's the guy. Flying Wrench Automotive.
-
TSB 23-22-50
www.tiktok.com/t/ZT8VdjX11/
Ford recalling 456,565 US vehicles over loss of drive power, NHTSA says
in Ford Motor Company Discussion Forum
Posted
That was corrected by 2019 model year I believe.
BTW, I sold my 2013 Escape with 2.0EB last summer. 80k miles. No coolant issues...