A lot of problems with cars, all the cars come from an auction then you are buying the car and you ask the salesman about this. After turning it off and waiting a few minutes before. Stopped working 34 complaints at an average of 75,808 miles in the 2014 ford escape. It would pop out into neutral unless i held the gear shift in 5th with my hand. Ford escape manual transmission issues ford forums. The engine is reported to hesitate, stumble or lose power while in motion. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 ford escape based on all problems reported for the 2008 escape. Automatic transmission slipping when accelerating 7 reasons why. Escape owners are having the most trouble with the transmission 20%, engine 16%, and the body 12%. Ford has offered the escape with both manual and automatic transmission options. From 2001 to 2004, the ford escape was sold in europe under the maverick name, and replaced a rebadged version of the nissan mistralterrano ii. Transmission fluid leaks are one common problem with the ford escape. Warning ford escape, mercury mariner, and mazda tribute. My parents 2008 ford escape transmission lost gears 2 and 4 in their automatic.
The transmission is mounted between the drive axle and intermediate axle, directly below the yellow transmission fluid dipstick. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2008 ford escape xlt 3. However, there are some troubleshooting techniques that can remedy these problems. So, while delivering pizzas tonight, i pulled into a customers driveway and put the car in park. The ford motor company recalled 2001 2008 ford escape and 2001 2008. The car does not have much power, cannot start in second gear. Unlike a traditional automatic transmission, the tiptronic attempts to combine the. I got back in the car, shifted automatic into reverse and couldnt go anywhere. Cd4e transmission 2 4 band replacement in vehicle ford escape.
The escape relies on both automatic and manual editions for performance. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2008 ford escape xlt 3. My 2008 ford escape which was checked out every 6 months gave no indication of a problem with. The engine would rev, rpms would go up, but the car wouldnt move. The 2008 ford escape has 47 problems reported for transmission. How to change the transmission filter in 2008 ford escape. The ford powershift is a sixspeed dual clutch, automated manual transmission produced by the ford motor company. The xls comes with airconditioning, keyless entry, full power accessories, a. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Get the best deals on complete auto transmissions for 2008 ford escape when you shop the largest online selection at. Upon inspection, dealership determined that there was a leak in the transmission.
Some of the most common problems with the ford escape involve the vehicles transmission. How to fix transmission problems for the ford escape it. The absence of a diesel version did not help sales and the vehicle was. At about 25000 miles the 2nd gear became difficult to engage, and when it did it was with a terrible shadder especially in the morning when it is cold. How to fix your ford escape transmission cable youtube. Get reliability information for the 2008 ford escape from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge.
Order at fluid vehicle specific for your 2008 ford escape and pick it up in storemake your purchase, find a store near you, and get directions. The worst complaints are transmission failure, transmission cooler failure tsb exists, and loss of second and. I am new to this forum, so hi all i have a 2006 escape manual transmission. If you are buying a preowned ford escape, you may want to pay.
Manual transmissions have been known to require a replacement clutch after. Buying a used ford escape manual transmission is quite simple here. Like any vehicle, the escape may develop some transmission problems including fluid leaks, erratic shifting and outright transmission failure. Our list of 11 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2008 ford escape. Though transmission problems can result in an expensive replacement, the issue.
A very rare 5speed manual transmission is only available on 4. The severity of repairs is average, and major issues are less frequent than average, so major repairs are not common for the escape. Complete auto transmissions for 2008 ford escape for sale. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicles functions. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Ford escape manual transmission got transmissions got. This shift cable bushing repair kit allows you to fix your ford escape shift cable bushing very easily.
The 2008 ford escape is a compact fourdoor suv that comes in three trim levels. Powershift improves fuel efficiency by as much as 10 percent when compared to a conventional automatic transmission. Last july, with 58000 miles on it, a problem developed with the answered by a. The escape electrical power steering problems were a major concern. When and how to check fluid level engine should be running. The fluids were cleaned and checked the week before, ethics here please. The contact stated she received notice of an unknown manufacturers recall notice in regards to the transmission cooling leakage. Used ford escape with manual transmission for sale cargurus. View and download ford escape 2008 owners manual online. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repairs but the contact did not know what repairs were completed or hear any mention of transmission problems. Ford escape problems 2008 ford escape vehicle speed.
To see how frequently ford escape problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. Last july, with 58000 miles on it, a problem developed with the transmission. The manual editions are fivespeed units that are dependable when serviced correctly.
The ford escape is a compact sport utility vehicle first manufactured in 2001. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict. The affected vehicles are equipped with either a 2. Ford motor company ford is recalling certain model year 2001 2008 ford escape and mercury mariner vehicles manufactured march 31, 2001, to september 1, 2009. Used 2008 ford escape standard features the most basic escape is powered through its front wheels by a 2. The 02 ford escape doesnt have a transmission automatic or manual transaxle fluid filter or even a fluid pan to house one. Automatic transmission problems of the 2008 ford escape. Sunday noticed red fluid leaking onto driveway, monday brought vehicle to ford dealer to be inspected. The complete failure of both of these costly parts have been reported by many owners, requiring replacement. Search used ford escape with manual transmission for sale nationwide. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. To see how frequently 2008 ford escape problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.
It just started thursday, and there is the idiot light on for trannypowertrain issue. Ford escape owners have reported 4 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. If you are brave enough to go into a transmission you can save a lot of money. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Second generations of the ford escape, mercury mariner, and mazda tribute were released in 2007 for the 2008 model year, but mostly restricted to north america. Ford escape, mercury mariner, and mazda tribute owners of 2009 or newer vehicles. The most recently reported issues are listed below. When warmed up for 57 minutes it engages normally without the. These offer alternatives to the fourspeed and newer sixspeed automatic overdrive editions. Weve listed the most common owner complaints below.