2002 Ford Escape Consumer Discussions

Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair

Ford Escape Maintenance and Repair

Written by: boaterbill on Nov 06, 2009 06:42 AM

November 5: 2002 Ford Escape XLT Sport 4x4 V6 (152K miles): Inspecting the engine/transaxle/suspension area, I noted dampness underneath the power take-off housing (transfer case). Took it in to my local Ford (Lincoln-Mercury) servicing dealer, and determined that the unit had failed internally, and was venting lubricant. Ordered new unit ($1,350), ... Read More...

01 Ford Escape Maintenance and Repair

Written by: boaterbill on Nov 03, 2009 07:37 PM

Bought my 01 Ford Escape 4x4 XLT Sport new in Nov., 2002. I have about 152,000 miles on it; mostly highway miles. Michigan-driven for five years and Florida for two years. Ford dealer-maintained, except for Amsoil program from 2007-2009. Converted back to Motocraft all-synthetic 5W20 oil in September. Tire wear exceptional (third set in September). Original ... Read More...

Ford Escape Seats

Problem seats

Written by: baylady on Oct 24, 2009 08:39 AM

Hello All, I just purchased the 2010 Ford Escape XLT with fabric seats 3 days ago. I had a 2002 Ford Explorer w/leather seats and loved it. So I didn't even question purchasing an Escape. I thought it was just a smaller version of the Explorer which I was very happy with. However, I did hesitate about buying a car with fabric seats but thought since the kids were grown, ... Read More...

Ford Escape/Tribute Owners: Meet the Members

Need opinions

Written by: cherrilu on Sep 28, 2009 10:23 PM

I have a 2001 Ford Escape which I LOVE. Unfortunately the transmission is starting to go so I started looking for something to replace it. I found a 2002 Mazda Tribute which is a lot like my Escape only has more toys and bigger tires so it feels bigger. I need to decide by Wed. that's 2 days if I want it... I like the looks, the toys, the similarity to my Escape, which gets ... Read More...

Ford Escape Brake Problems

Re: 02 Ford Escape brake problem

Written by: monjon on Sep 09, 2009 09:10 PM

Brake issues with a 2002 Escape XLT FWD 103k miles, even split between highway and city driving. Several months back I had a small tranny hose leak that sprayed fluid on the inside of the left front tire, the brake light came on at this time. When I applied the breaks at that time, they were very spongy and pulsating. A mechanic friend replaced pads and rotors (L & R ... Read More...

CR-V vs Escape

Re: CRV vs Escape vs RAV4 [berri]

Written by: vg33e power on Aug 26, 2009 07:54 AM

berri, What Ford vehicle and Honda vehicle are you comparing as far as longevity? I have had a 96 Civic, 99 Civic, 96 Accord, 02 Civic, 03 Accord and all have needed front brakes and resurfacing by 20K miles. As opposed to my wife's Ford Escape which needed brakes and rotors replaced at 32K miles. My 04 Nissan Frontier I used to have also did not need replcement of pads ... Read More...

Re: CRV vs Escape vs RAV4 [explorerx4]

Written by: vg33e power on Aug 18, 2009 08:02 AM

The CR-V currently is on its 3rd generation (1997-2001)(2002-2006)(2007-currently) and the Escape is on its 2nd generation (2001-2007)(2008-currently) the fact that the CR-V is on its 3rd generation has nothing to do with how Honda's design may have flaws. Honda has always used a 4-year lifespan for each of its models up until the new millenium in which it ... Read More...

Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair

Re: No cruise and ABS, airbag, and Brake light on [peter0688]

Written by: laurenlv on Jul 18, 2009 00:28 AM

I have a 2002 Ford Escape and I too have the reoccuring issue of the airbag light coming on and staying on. When I take it to the dealership it ALWAYS turns out to be a simple glitch under my front passenger seat. Apparently the airbag light sensor is in close proximity to the shocks which ultimately cause the sensor to think that the airbag on that side has been deployed. ... Read More...

Re: 2004 Tribute ES with 100k miles -questions [motrcyclr]

Written by: nitrous93 on Jul 15, 2009 06:43 PM

Steve, Are you close to Louisville, KY because I will do it for $200.00 (assuming you have a 3.0Liter V6).+ parts. The dealer will charge you $400.00 or better just to change the plugs. and while your at it, you might as well change your PCV valve because its right under the upper intake that the dealer has to take off just to get to your back 3 plugs. Trust me, I have done ... Read More...

No cruise and ABS, airbag, and Brake light on

Written by: peter0688 on Jul 08, 2009 02:53 AM

I have a 2002 Ford Escape XLT V6 automatic transmission and my brake light, ABS light, and airbag light are always on (airbag light blinks a few times then stays on) and I discovered a couple of days ago my cruise control isn't working either. I have already replaced the fuse at location 5 for the ABS unit, ASC unit, and "restraints control module" but the lights are ... Read More...