![]() The plastic used however are very cheap and more in keeping with a $10,000 vehicle. The interior of the Escape is a big improvement over the old, both in looks and logical layout. It didn’t bother me at all, but my wife commented that it was an issue when wearing a skirt. Ford have decided to discontinue the running boards that were available and have installed a tough plastic strip piece along the bottom edge of the doors, but in doing so they’ve created a wider than anticipated step-over when getting in and out. That’s a nice improvement over the last model – especially for those that are vertically challenged. You just slide into the seat instead of having to jump into it. Grabbing the thick door handle and climbing inside, the first thing that I notice is that it’s not quite as much a step-up to get into the new model. The test vehicle had the optional Chrome Trim package and it really makes the Escape look more up-scale. The Escape has taken on a more truck-like appearance – more like the Ford Explorer and I think that it’s a big improvement. Up until this point the closest I’d gotten to the re-designed Escape was when I passed one on the highway. When I picked up the Escape at Ford’s Canadian headquarters in Oakville Ontario it was a very wet and cold day. We had some frost, freezing rain and snow to add to the mix, so the test was a good indication of what it would be like to live with a hybrid during the winter months. The temperature hovered from just above freezing to several degrees below freezing for the week we had the Escape in our possession. It was time to re-visit the almost-new 2008 Ford Escape hybrid, but this time I put it through its paces during the winter months. Obviously the best-selling small SUV, as well as the best-selling hybrid, is very important to Ford, because they gave the Escape a facelift and an interior upgrade for the 2007 model, and continued with even more upgrades for the 2008 model. Ford owners in the Atlanta area can contact their local team of experts at Akins Ford for more personalized assistance and answers to their questions.I last drove the Ford Escape hybrid in the summer of 2006 and while it was impressive it had more than a few foibles. Looking for more information on your vehicle? You can check the Akins Ford blog for more Ford guides and how-tos. ![]() ![]() Read More: Controlling Your New Ford Remotely via the FordPass™ App More Ford Guides and How-Tos If this happens, you should only continue to drive as long as necessary to bring your vehicle to rest in a safe location and seek immediate repairs. Fail-Safe Mode automatically limits engine power so that you can safely maneuver your vehicle off the road without causing any further damage to your vehicle’s components. ![]() It’s possible that your vehicle might enter Fail-Safe Mode shortly after the powertrain malfunction light illuminates. If the problem resolves itself the warning may go away. In cases where you are towing a heavy load and/or driving up a steep grade, a powertrain malfunction light may be telling you to ease off to avoid overheating. You should consider having the car towed straight to an authorized dealer rather than driving if you notice any changes in your vehicle’s performance like engine shaking or reduced power. Can you drive with a powertrain malfunction light?Ī powertrain malfunction light should be taken seriously, as allowing a serious issue to persist can lead to costly repairs to your engine, transmission, or drivetrain in the long run. ![]()
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