I have a 2012 escape limited and I love it. But I wish I could upgrade the Microsoft based entertainment console to something more modern with current mapping and that my Android phone could integrate with better, without losing any of my current controls. Right now the gps map doesn't seem to work anymore so I map via my phone on the dash and I don't like it. Has anyone upgraded their system? Cost isn't an issue as I plan to keep my vehicle a few more years but I would like to only have it done once. Any ideas on a good dual din unit or system I could consider having installed?

I have a ford scape 2017 it had 67k miles. Right now, I changed the motor in a ford dealership with a 0 miles motor. I wonder much will the price of the car change

My volume knob is mostly ineffective. I have to turn it a lot either way to get it to function. The steering wheel volume works fine. This reminds me of the HVAC knob issue which is fixed with the resistor replacement. Is there something similarly easy I can do, or does this sound like the entire stereo would have to be replaced? Thanks

Which one would you prefer for the 101k miles Escape for the DIY maintenance?

p.s. unfortunately Super Tech Advanced High Mileage Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 isn't available

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Has anyone here used the yellow bulbs of the DD SL2 and/or the Morimoto 2Stroke 4.0? what are your thoughts on them, n how well r they working out for you? I wanna try some higher end yellow bulbs for my fogs. Cause with all these tacomas with vividly yellow fogs as reference, my lower cost white LEDs n yellow Lamin-X tint from amazon arent quite cutting it. If im satisfied with how the fogs turn out, I may buy them for my lows n highs.

In case anyone is thinking about saying it, Yes, I will make sure all my light housing get properly aligned

alright i bought my 2017 ford escape from a used car lot, 74k miles. seemed like a great vehicle, only needed some break pads. had it for 2 weeks and it lost all power while i was on the highway. had a warranty, took it to a shop, got a sensor on my fuel rail replaced, and my high pressure fuel pump (the fuel rail sensor wasn’t the problem..) got it back, ran GREAT for 4 hours, thennn lost all power. again. was blowing no air out of exhaust, so we suspected the catalytic converter. cut off part of the exhaust (O2 sensor included) and cleaned out the converter. didn’t change much at all and now i’m running an open exhaust. if you rev it past 4k it sounds like it’s not getting any air out and also has no power what so ever. it’s throwing a code for low pressure in the fuel rail, camshaft sensor, and O2. Does anyone know what the fix may be? we’re planning on welding pipe on and throwing the O2 sensor back on, right now the pipe is cut directly in front on the turbo. not sure what exactly is wrong at this point.

I have a 2016 Ford Escape Titanium 2.0 L w/ 143k miles on it. Recently broke down while driving due to a bad throttle body- was not a super costly repair and has done well since (knock on wood), however, it has me worried that it might be starting to age out and am wondering if I should cut my losses and get a new car. Anyone have experiences with this model year and how I should expect it to fare as it gets into higher mileage?

Hey my Engine coolant is low and I was looking around to buy the recommended coolant and I cant find the Motorcraft specialty orange coolant 50/50 anywhere. Where else can I find it? I'm in Ontario Canada btw.

Having a wierd problem with my 2015 escape. Nobody has been able to give me an answer. Occasionally when I come to a stop usually after coming off the highway. The idle will go up and down while I'm sitting still. Once I shut the car off and restart it the issue stops but happens again later. Some days it doesn't happen at all. Does anyone have any ideas? It started right after the transmission was replaced but it shifts fine

I cannot get the bulb to budge at all when I try to twist it out. I have watched a few videos and it looks like it should twist out easily. The indicator bulb does come out very easily.
Any tips or tricks I am missing?

Anyone have any info on how to get to engineering test mode? Thanks in advance.

Figured I'd come to those who know... thoughts on this 2016 Escape SE? Looking to spend 6ish on a reliable car and the Escapes seem to be coming up alot. This one has 130K on it...

Basically any car I Google seems to have "known issues". Like everyone else, afraid to buy one only to have something like the tranny go out on me 3 weeks later.

Any recommendations on what to look out for if I end up going with an Escape? Recommendations on better years/engine combos greatly appreciated!

Hello! I have a 2015 Ford Escape Titanium. It did not have the tow package so I installed an aftermarket hitch. I need to tow a 5x8 U-Haul trailer from Oklahoma to Upper Michigan. I weighed all my cargo including what's in the car and I came to about 500lbs +/- 100. The trailer itself weighs 900lbs empty. So my total tow weight will be 1400lbs.

I have regularly serviced the vehicle and it's at 130k miles now.

This is my first time pulling a trailer with it. Is there anything I need to be worried about?

Update, were about 400 miles into the trip and she's doing a great job.b

Anyone seeing leaking shocks on 2022 Escapes. 52000 miles. Dealer says they need replaces. $660 dollars. Shocking!

For those who upgraded engines- (2020 and newer)

Was it worth it? Did you notice much of a difference? The only negative I heard was the transmission was jerky with it.

I think i learned a lesson today. I dont know if it was because of the rain or just the mere fact of being at a stop light on a hill...but as I went from brake to gas my tire lost traction for a bit. I'm wondering, had I put it in sports mode would that still have been the same outcome..oh I drive a 2018 Escape SEL..

So I have a 2014 ford escape If I fill up my tank when the light comes on my miles till empty on a full tank is 296. If I fill up my tank before the light comes on my miles till empty on a full tank is 320. Why is this?

The service department at my Ford dealership is stumped why my Easy Entry Easy Exit isn't working. 🤷‍♂️ was their answer to me. They also can't explain why every time I open a door my car goes into battery saving mode, making remote features unavailable and useless.

Has anyone else come across either of these issues? Thanks.

My son‘s 2014 Ford Escape Titanium displays a brake lamp message on the dashboard when he starts it. I verified that the brake lights do not appear when pressing the pedal.

My wife went by an auto parts store on her way home and got two replacement bulbs. They are clear, while the bulbs in his car are red. The lens over the bulb is clear.

When I search Amazon, all that comes up is clear bulbs. Does anyone know the actual part number for a red bulb? It has to be red because the lenses are transparent, right?

Just purchased a 2011 Escape XLS with 145k miles. Drives great, but checked the transmission fluid today and found that it is a bit oxidized. I don't notice any shifting issues, but I am also not an expert on cars whatsoever. Should I just do a drain and fill, or take it to a mechanic and get it flushed? I've seen mixed reviews on both and just don't want something to go wrong with my transmission if I get a flush, but I'm probably worrying about it too much

It is a 14 Ford Escape Sport Utility, 1.6 L at 98k miles. OG Transmission

The owner is a friend who is letting me test drive it currently. He previously had the dealership fix the transmission "bushing" during the recall. He mentioned he recently had issues with a coolant leak which he fixed. It has new tires.

He did say it needs: (1) flush the transmission fluid, (2) break pads (and/or rotors). Both of which a friend of mine would be more than willing to help me fix in his personal garage.

I am a Husband, and recent father, who would be upgrading from a 04' Chevy Cavalier which is at 144k miles. I am worried another major fix would be putting more $ into the car than its worth. The Escape is tempting just focusing on space alone.

We haven't talked price, but before I get too attached, I want to know if it is worth the investment?

Its the winter months an recently ive had to crank the ignition for maybe 3-10 seconds for it to start up but after running i may stop somewhere and she starts up no problem wondering if the starter is going out or of its just an switch of some sort the battery is probably a year old? Note lights on the dash board all come up when i turn the key. Car has about 130k miles