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http://www.ford-forums.com en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:57:58 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.ford-forums.com/images/visionsred/misc/rss.jpg http://www.ford-forums.com http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/40343-2006-freestyle-fuel-gauge-drops-e-1-4-tank.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:29:30 GMT I just purchased a 2006 Freestyle and have noticed that the fuel gauge drops to empty and states Low Fuel at a 1/4 tank. Everything is fine 1/4 tank... I just purchased a 2006 Freestyle and have noticed that the fuel gauge drops to empty and states Low Fuel at a 1/4 tank. Everything is fine 1/4 tank left 100+- miles to empty then, bam it drops to E. The computer says only about 12.5 gallons used and 275 miles driven. I know it has a larger tank than 13 gallons. Does anyone have or know what the problem is?

Thanks ]]> Ford Freestyle bloom42 http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/40343-2006-freestyle-fuel-gauge-drops-e-1-4-tank.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/40109-06-freestyle-cooling-fan.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:49:28 GMT My wifes 06 Freestyle has just started a new noise, The car has about 80k on it and has been a good car so far. This noise is recent and I have... My wifes 06 Freestyle has just started a new noise, The car has about 80k on it and has been a good car so far. This noise is recent and I have tracked it to the cooling fan on the radiator. It is noisy while running and when you shut the car off, it takes about ten seconds for the fan to wind down to a complete stop and you can really hear it as it winds down. It also seems as though the fan runs all the time, from when you start the car to when you shut it off. Not sure if thats how it is supposed to work as when the fan was quiet, like for the first 79k miles, you didn't know when it was running. Most of my other vehicles with electric fans were all called on by a temp switch so I assumed that was how this one should work. Any suggestions??? Thanks, ]]> Ford Freestyle glmf http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/40109-06-freestyle-cooling-fan.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39843-headlight-adjustment-assembly.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 13:12:09 GMT I was re-aiming the headlights on my 06 Freestyle, when I over raised, and it seems like the adjuster screwed itself off. Is there a way to open the... I was re-aiming the headlights on my 06 Freestyle, when I over raised, and it seems like the adjuster screwed itself off. Is there a way to open the housing and re-assemble, or must I buy a new housing? ]]> Ford Freestyle Troy82 http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39843-headlight-adjustment-assembly.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39821-needed-rear-passenger-door-05-freestyle.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:14:19 GMT my door has been damaged and I would like to purchase a replacement door - right side rear door. my door has been damaged and I would like to purchase a replacement door - right side rear door. ]]> Ford Freestyle marilynn http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39821-needed-rear-passenger-door-05-freestyle.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39480-steering-noise.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 18:38:17 GMT Hi folks,
I just purchased my 2nd freestyle. It's a 2005 AWD SE.
I returned my other one off lease and picked up this one
:biggrin:

This is how I duplicate the noise: Wheels straight, in drive but stepping on the brake, slowly turn the steering wheel(either way) until resistance, and then POP!(like a springy pop noise). When I say 'resistance' I am just referring to the point at which the steering actually begins to turn the wheels.

It is not the steering stops(I grease them regularly) and besides this is not at a contact point.
I don't thinks its the CV joints. all intact.
Suspension? Rack? ]]> Ford Freestyle graftman http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39480-steering-noise.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39324-multiple-engineer-error-codes-05-awd-limited.html Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:04:22 GMT The error codes from advance auto are: P0106, P0171, P0174 and P0401. And here is the story: Got out of the office early this afternoon and went to... The error codes from advance auto are: P0106, P0171, P0174 and P0401. And here is the story:
Got out of the office early this afternoon and went to pick up the kid. Everything is fine until got the kid out of the school and in the car. The car started, but the engine is shaking. OK, turn the car off, wait a few sec, started again. Still shaking. Put into drive gear, seems a little better, and when the speed pick up, much better although I can still feel a little bit vib. Before reach home, on every traffic light, when my foot on the brake, I can feel more vib. Before arriving home, the engine light on and entered the failsafe mode. Restarted the car, managed to drive home, and went to advance auto to check the code.
Before went to advance auto to check the code, searched web and seems that either throttle body or mass air flow sensor. cleaned them both, no effect. And if I disconnect the MAF, engine will idle at 900rpm instead of 750rpm, and less vib. Still in idle, give the gas, vib almost gone after 2000rpm (with and without MAF). Also, during idle, at the first minute or so, the engine is smoother than after the first minute. With ehe MAF connected, after first minute or so, the engine seems more like choking (heavy vib).
Finally went to advance auto and multi codes poped up: P0106, P0171, P0174 and P0401.
Any idea what exactly is wrong with the car?
BTW, also noticed that the Transaxle roll restrictor have the same problem as the post here: My Ford Freestyle .com • View topic - Replacing Spark Plugs / Transaxle Roll Resistor ]]> Ford Freestyle lan_baba http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39324-multiple-engineer-error-codes-05-awd-limited.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39082-ford-freestyle-gauges-down-zero-problem-involved-ticket-case-help-please.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:37:37 GMT Hello, everyone: I read through all the posts on the Electrical problem topic about the all the gauges down to zero (Dash goes crazy)... Hello, everyone:

I read through all the posts on the Electrical problem topic about the all the gauges down to zero (Dash goes crazy) Frequently/Occasionally. My 05 Freestyle at 70K+ miles start to have same problem a couple month ago. It might happen 0-2 time per day and last about 1-2 minutes and then back to normal. Besides the gauges down to zero, the car’s drivability is always perfect as normal, so I have dealer check once and they found nothing and I just drive it as it.

The more interesting thing is: it involved my first ticket in the past 4 years, at Richmond, VA three week ago. I knew VA is strict on the speeding and almost used the speed control all the time to cross this state. But that day in Richmond, when I canceled speed control in rush hour traffic, this happens, and GPS warning me keeping left to avoid exiting to I-64 (I was in N I-95) by mistake. I felt the traffic pushed me to fast and check the speedometer but it was at zero position, but I still made a decision to change back to right lane to avoid over speed. At this time, the police officer saw me. After he followed me for a while and confirm I had out of state plate (NC). He flashed the light and pulled me over, charging me speeding 71 at 55.

I was shook at that time, as I heard VA will put over $1000 fine on speeding, and my daughter was scared as it was the first time we face this. I also have a little difficulty to communicate with the officer at that time, so I forgot to mention the gauges issue.

Later I found NC DMV would suspend my DL for 30 days, for just one time speeding over 15 mph. Thus I decide to plea no guilty on the court. I first said I have good driving records, and then said I tried to avoid by pushing over speed and changed lane, and put the most important reason at the last, gauge down to zero at that time (I believe that I should put the most important reason at first next time). For proof, I have a notarized speedometer verification, speedometer is about normal range but with a note on it mentioned the speedometer does not work some time, the mechanic fortunately noticed it happened once, plus the gauge issue discussion in this forum. However, the judge did not believe me, and said what I said was inconsistent.

I choose to appeal in another court two months later. I will do this not only because I was telling the truth, but also because fight back to VA speeding ticket. If I paid attention on speed like this plus this reason and still not able to avoid the ticket, I don’t believe it’s just judgment. My question is:

What other proof I should provide for this case in next court day? I already have the notarized note on this problem.

Can any body have the same issue on your freestyle/Taurus X give some supports on my case? If you want, you could help me by writing down that you have same issue happened on your car (Freestyle or Taurus X) and believe that was reasonable happened. If you could sign you name, address and phone number, and mail to:

Mr. TENG
101 Ashtree Ct, Cary, NC 27519

Or scanned and email the file to:
typehrb@gmail.com

I would highly appreciate your valuable helps! ]]> Ford Freestyle typehrb http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39082-ford-freestyle-gauges-down-zero-problem-involved-ticket-case-help-please.html http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39070-power-steering-rack-pump-air-please-help.html Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:59:36 GMT I fear it is my PS rack because it feels very similar to when my Avalon's PS rack went bad. I have an SEL 2005 AWD with 47,000 miles. I noticed every 3000 -5000 miles the PS fluid was slightly low and usually my mechanic or Jiffy Lube would top it off at the oil change. Well, in between services I noticed it was getting low and I added a few ounces (at most) of Castrol Mercon V ATF fluid. About two weeks later my wife said the steering felt "stiff" and would not return to center. I drove it and it felt fine. However this got worse and worse and now it is obvious while turning you can feel it go from "smooth" to "stiff" to "smooth" and then the same when turning back to center. Could it be the Castrol Mercon V fluid? Coincidence?

I am at the point where I used the "Turkey baster" method and put fresh Mobile 1 Synthetic ATF fluid...but it did not help.

There is no groaning or whining from the pump. An obvious leak, but very, very slight...no marks on the driveway though. Could the screen in the reservoir be clogged and cause this? If so, where is the screen located? Also, while the car is running when you look at the reservoir, the PS fluid gives the appearance of "boiling or bubbling"...is this typical? I would imagine so because it is located next to the pump. Any suggestions?

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TSB 05-24-04 Binding in bearing plates, spring and steering wheel. Ford paid 2/3 of cost. ]]> Ford Freestyle mikelets456 http://www.ford-forums.com/ford-freestyle/39070-power-steering-rack-pump-air-please-help.html