"Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
#151
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
It is also not required to disconnect the 12v battery to do the recall work, but some tecs still like to.
Also on another note, my boyfriend pulled up everything having to do with the recall work from ford, and i learned that it is not required for a certified hybrid tec to do the recall work, so you may want to make sure who is going to do the work when you drop your FEH off at the dealership
#154
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
they do not need to inspect the vehicle to see if the work needs to be done, it is a vin specific recall. ford does not pay for inspection time.
It is also not required to disconnect the 12v battery to do the recall work, but some tecs still like to.
Also on another note, my boyfriend pulled up everything having to do with the recall work from ford, and i learned that it is not required for a certified hybrid tec to do the recall work, so you may want to make sure who is going to do the work when you drop your FEH off at the dealership
It is also not required to disconnect the 12v battery to do the recall work, but some tecs still like to.
Also on another note, my boyfriend pulled up everything having to do with the recall work from ford, and i learned that it is not required for a certified hybrid tec to do the recall work, so you may want to make sure who is going to do the work when you drop your FEH off at the dealership
GaryG
#155
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
At my local Ford Dealership, the service manager stated only the Certified Hybrid Tech was allowed to perform the work.
Last edited by Pravus Prime; 10-12-2007 at 10:02 PM. Reason: Fixed Quote
#156
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
"NOTE: While it is not required, we recommend that this service procedure be performed by a technician that has completed the Hybrid Escape / Mariner New Model Classroom Training"
Last edited by Pravus Prime; 10-12-2007 at 10:02 PM. Reason: Fixed Quote
#157
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
Maybe you can scan this letter with the above statement so all of us can learn something most of us don't know --the Escape Hybrid at the dealership can be worked on by non-certified hybrid technicians.
I have been to three dealerships (one local and two out of state near my family) and this is news to me. One of the out of state dealerships canceled my appointment for an "oil change" because they contacted Ford and were told they would not be allowed to do this routine procedure because they did not have a certified Hybrid Tech on staff. So I was sent to another Ford Dealership for this oil change and engine block heater installation which is featured in another thread.
Last edited by Billyk; 10-13-2007 at 06:35 PM. Reason: spelling
#158
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
Maybe you can scan this letter with the above statement so all of us can learn something most of us don't know --the Escape Hybrid at the dealership can be worked on by non-certified hybrid technicians.
I have been to three dealerships (one local and two out of state near my family) and this is news to me. One of the out of state dealerships canceled my appointment for an "oil change" because they contacted Ford and were told they would not be allowed to do this routine procedure because they did not have a certified Hybrid Tech on staff. So I was sent to another Ford Dealership for this oil change and engine block heater installation which is featured in another thread.
I have been to three dealerships (one local and two out of state near my family) and this is news to me. One of the out of state dealerships canceled my appointment for an "oil change" because they contacted Ford and were told they would not be allowed to do this routine procedure because they did not have a certified Hybrid Tech on staff. So I was sent to another Ford Dealership for this oil change and engine block heater installation which is featured in another thread.
#159
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
I have a MMH 07 and got the letter (in VT) last month. Just had the work done and it was no biggie, although the first dealer I contacted (where I purchased the car) begged off from doing it because they didn't have the proper shop equipment yet--something dealing with a hoist (for removing the battery) and a wooden bench and liability issues. The second dealer (who performed the recall) said the first was speaking with forked tongue.
#160
Re: "Recall" on 2005 - 2007 FEH and 2006 - 2007 MMH
Here is a link on why Ford is replacing this item inside the Hybrid Battery. http://www.hybridcars.com/technology...ent-costs.html
This article doesn't mention Ford but details problems some Toyota owners have had with their HV battery going south.
This article doesn't mention Ford but details problems some Toyota owners have had with their HV battery going south.