Friday, August 21, 2015

Issues With The Cruise Control On The Ford Escape

Cruise bridle can be a considerable facet on a vehicle, unless it does not grind properly or causes other problems with the automobile. The Ford Escape SUV has a account of cruise control system problems. Parts of the cruise discipline process for the Two thousand one nailed down Two thousand four Ford Escape include been recalled by Ford. Distinct problems can appear with the Escape's cruise control system.


Though the Escape was not included in this recall, there have been reports that both the Escape and the Mazda Tribute (its mechanical twin) mysteriously catching fire.



Faulty Speed Control Cable Components


Ford recalled a number of Two thousand one Escapes because the servo cap locating tab on the speed-control cable has a tendency to crack or fall off. The locating tab can enter the clutch cavity and cause problems with the speed control's inner clutch system. Also, water can reach the exposed parts of the cable and cause corrosion believed to be partially responsible for the speed control cable getting stuck in place in these vehicles.


Other Cruise Control Problems


According to the Washington Post, Ford has recalled approximately Ten million vehicles for cruise control system problems in the last decade. The cruise control switch in Ford vehicles has been repeatedly noted for malfunctioning in various ways. The most notable cruise control recall was caused by the cruise control deactivation switch failing to deactivate, overheating and causing the vehicle to catch fire.

Stuck Speed Control Cable

Escapes manufactured between Two thousand two and Two thousand four equipped with the 3.0-liter V6 engine might experience a problem with the speed control cable getting stuck in position and preventing the vehicle from slowing back to an idle. This problem lengthens the vehicle's stopping distance. A stuck speed control cable has the potential to cause serious accidents.