As soon as I start my escape the radiator fan starts within seconds of starting as if it’s 30’C outside, but it’s -20’C. The engine temperature is a little colder than normal, but I assume that’s because the fan is constantly running in cold weather. 
I’ve googled the problem and all I’ve found are issues with the fan not running causing the vehicle to overheat, but mine is running constantly. I’ve seen YouTube videos saying to check the fuses and relays by the battery. I went to a local auto parts store and the four relays I was going to replace were 40$CAD each. So I didn’t want to go and waste money on something that might not be the problem. Could a bad relay or bad fuse cause it to run continuously? Or could it be a engine thermostat? 
 Has anyone else had this issue? Is this something I could figure out on my own or would I need to take it to a shop? Any help is greatly appreciated, money is tight and I’m just trying to save money anyway possible. Thanks!

Hi, all!

My partner and I are interested in getting a rooftop tent. We have a 2013 Ford escape, factory roof rack and crossbars, no moon roof. The manual says the (dynamic) weight limit is 100 pounds, and the tent we're looking at is 116. 90% of what I've read says this should be fine, but I'd love to get some more opinions on this or if we should get some upgraded crossbars. Thanks!

Hi y'all i'm looking into getting a new stereo for my 2003 Ford Escape. From what I find online it's not that difficult but I think the specific specifications I want (double din touchscreen preferably with carplay) is harder to install.

like this one
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0CLD4YBTV/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A3MWSBP0T4JI7U&psc=1

For one i've heard and seen in installation videos that the current slot is a non-standard size with a lip and may need to be dremelled down or cut off? Ontop of this I also have no idea what connectors i need if any, i also saw in one of the reviews on this specfic amazon one that i linked someone said "it needs a subwoofer system to go with it" and that "most car play units need an amp/subwoofer". Is this true if so what are my options and to me a subwoofer is a speaker in the trunk that adds bass which I do not have. As far as im concerned I have the cheapest option for the audio system (no tweeters, amps, or subwoofers) just the door speakers. Im hoping someone can prove this wrong as i don't want to install an amp/subwoofer just to get carplay, which im sure there is a work around!

Thanks for any help and info

i have a 2017 escape that i just got about 2 months ago, i have had 0 issues up until today. while driving i noticed my check engine light came on. of course i know i need to have it checked out by a mechanic to really know the issues, but the car hasn’t shown any signs of having any issues. it runs just fine, no mishaps, no weird issues. the only thing it did do was say the “key wasn’t detected” one day when it was literally in the car. i’m hoping this might not be a major issue, just wondering if anyone has had the same thing happen or just any advice at all.

Does anyone know if a 2020 1.5 work/fit in a 2017 escape? Thinking of buying a used engine to put in my 2017.

2010 XLT — it recently rained heavily and the whole inside flooring of my car was very wet, especially the driver side in the front. I also remember last year water accumulating in the rear driver side door. Any tips on how to prevent this from happening or what the issue might be?

I have a 2021 escape phev Earlier last week I drained its battery while staying inside using AC (but I remember I was charging it). The next morning I cannot start it. I borrowed my neighbour’a sienna to jump start it. As soon as I connected the cable, it overheated the cable and I saw smokes.

I tried a couple more times until I gave up and called roadside assistance.

On Friday morning the car started to lose power while driving. The power button flashed and the screen said it’s in accessory mode. I had to stop and restart the car. It stopped about 4 times during a 6 min drive.

I sent it to Ford dealer on Monday. Nothing wrong during the 20min trip.

The only thing they found could be the root case is that the battery is giving low voltage error code. They asked me to replace the battery.

After I told them the jump start battery, they said it could be the sienna battery has a higher amp that overloaded my escape battery. Is this possible? Should I be careful with which car to use when jumping start the car in the future? (Even though i bought a jump start kit now, I just want to understand)

It’s been 3 freaking weeks and yes I had to spend my own money on a rental because my insurance said they only do rental if my car was in an accident. The dealership that is fixing my vehicle has been taking their sweet time fixing it. Pepboys said it was a seized engine 3 weeks ago. The dealership took out the starter today and the engine spins freely but why did it take them 3 freaking weeks to do that? My advisor has been no help, the manager finally stepped in and is helping us but holy crap. I just want my baby home and fixed.

I have a 2022 Escape 2.0 AWD. I have noticed that the front tires wear a bit more than the back. This leads me to think that the AWD is not permanent AWD like in Subaru, but more an electronic system that favors FWD until it doesn't. The info I get online seems a little mixed. Does someone perhaps know a bit more an is able to give me a bit of a deeper tech understanding?

Hi all,

I own a 2016 Ford Escape SE and I’m interested in installing an auto dimming rear view mirror. I figured getting the part from a Titanium would work but, not sure if my car is equipped for this kind of installation. Has anyone done something like this before?

I have a 2019 Ford Escape S (base model) I am 1 year exact from paying off my loan. Car is at 59k miles already had a rebuilt transmission put in it at 45k miles under warranty. The dealer is offering me 9k trade in value. While a new car always sounds great I never had the opportunity to feel what a paid off car feels like.

But at the same token with all the escape issues I don't want it to leave me stranded and end up with 0 trade in value.

I bought a 2021 Ford Escape Hybrid in July. All in all, I love the car. I drive it 38 miles roundtrip to and from work Monday through Friday then put it in the garage until Monday morning again. It never fails that on Monday morning the vehicle has gone into deep saver mode and I cannot remote start my car.

What are some parasitic draws I can check for? I turned off automatic updates already. Should I turn off WI-Fi so it doesn't connect to my house when it's in the garage? What do I NEED to have on to use my remote features through the app?

Thanks in advance for any help!

My father has a 2017 ford escape and an mp3 player. For Christmas, I wanted to get him a way to play his downloaded music in his car. My original plan was to get him an aux cord, but the 2017 doesn’t appear to have an aux input. The mp3 doesn’t have Bluetooth and he wouldn't know how to use Bluetooth anyway.

Any ideas? Would the USB input even take an aux adapter? The cigarette lighter?? What about a CD-to-Aux adapter?? Do those exist? Thx in advance.

Hey everyone, love my 2012 Escape I bought it used obviously and can't seem to find much info on whether or not it's AWD or 4wd or "part time 4wd". I 100% have the 4wd model, my manual says if you have the 4wd model it's always on and is automatic. Unsure if it's like an intelligent system that kicks in like alot of awd cars now, or if it's like a Jeep 4x4 system. Thanks.