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Can you get raised white letter tires for a Freestyle? It's a little plain!

philw3 — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:11:03 GMT

My recently purchased 06 Freestyle needs something to jazz it up. Raised white letter tires might help but can't find them for that size tires.

will ford do anything about the 06 freestyle brake problem

evets2 — Mon, 25 Feb 2008 20:15:57 GMT

my wifes 06 ford freestyle wore out rear brakes in less than 30000 mi. i heard they would stand behind it, but my local dealer says there is no problem it's normal

Why have to buy all tires when one is bad. 14k on 2007 Ford Freestyle awd. tire guy told me today. it is true?

hwangbihong — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 02:11:34 GMT

I have 2007 Ford FreeStyle AWD limited and 14K on it. One tire has to be replaced, but tire shop guy told me that I have to replace all 4 tires. I just want to know if this is true. The condition of the other 3 tires are good.

Strut Replacement - Ford Freestyle

hbransch — Tue, 06 May 2008 22:53:40 GMT

Thanks for the article and quick reply to my question. Some concerns about the struts are in order, from day 1.

The original Continentals were very cupped after 30k mi. I still have them. This would indicate the struts were shot from the factory.

The ride is very tight, with minimal degredation (that I can remember) from the start. Perhaps I do not notice much, but the cupping then noise pattern with this third set of tires is now familiar.

Never replaced the struts on the 2001 Honda Accord (200k mi) or 1996 Grand Prix (140 k mi). Tires lasted 55 to 65 k mi on both vehicles.

Thoughts?

=H

How to replace a pcv valve on a 2005 Ford Freestyle?

gene45 — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:01:56 GMT

This car has a v6 engine

How do you remove front rotors on a 2005 Ford Freestyle?

morrillo — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 14:36:46 GMT

Tried just about everything, cannot figure out how to get the front rotors removed. Any help would be great!!

2006 Ford Freestyle. 100K miles, 3rd set of tires. All cupped at 30k or so. Continental set twice, Goodyear Triple Tread now. Why?

hbransch — Mon, 05 May 2008 22:31:30 GMT

2006 Ford Freestyle - SEL FWD

Every set of tires has cupped with substantial noise by 30k, before the wear bars. Conti's (stock) x2, and now Goodyear Triple treads, with 35k mi. All were rotated, and inflated to recommended, with alignments.

One place says the shocks/struts are weak and causing the problem. I think not, unless they were bad from the factory.

Smooth pavement - get a substantial rumble/hum from the tires. Worse after rotating.

Thoughts?

'06 Ford Freestyle engine replacement cost?

ct2ct — Fri, 09 May 2008 15:38:06 GMT

I have a 2006 Ford Freestyle. It needs a new engine. Long story. It is out of warranty. Dealer claims $6000 is best they can do. Claims that it takes 25 hrs of labor. Can anyone tell me if $6000 is out of line? Can i do better than this? I cannot afford $6000, nor can i sell it, i am upside down.

How do I to check if a "dead" stereo on my Ford Freestyle is really broken or just has a bad electrical connection?

kfreestyle — Wed, 21 May 2008 22:03:36 GMT

My 05 stereo suddenly went dead with no power. I checked the fuses and they are fine. I want to check if the problem is actually a broken radio or if it's just a bad connection or wire. How can I determine this without the dealership's $90 diagnostic fee?

What else can I do once I have my dead radio out of the console on my 05 Ford Freestyle? (follow-up to first question)

kfreestyle — Thu, 22 May 2008 10:13:54 GMT

Thanks Tony78. I have been easily able to remove my radio from the console and can access the back of the radio. I haven't taken the wires from the back, yet. The clock in the radio does not work either and the radio does not turn on with the key in the ignition in the on, accessory, or off positions. There is seemingly no power to the entire clock/radio/6-cd changing unit. How might I test the radio at this point? Do I need to take it out and take it to an audio supply store to get it checked? If it's dead, can I just buy another model that would fit and then re-attach the pin leads that come out of the original?

Still working on Ford Freestyle Radio

kfreestyle — Thu, 22 May 2008 12:56:07 GMT

Thank again for your response. It's a big help. When removed, the radio/cd/clock is all one unit, rather than 2 or 3 separate ones. I'll take it back out later today to test the wiring. Since I have no apparent power to any part of the unit when the key is on or off, how can I tell which wires are for the radio or cd player or the clock?... Are the colors particular to the specific parts or the unit? I know that green is usually a ground but since there are many more different colored wires than in a light fixture (where it's just white and black) I'm not sure I'm I can tell which one is which. Also, if it does turn out to be the wiring rather than the radio unit itself, would it be best at that point to have professionals complete the repair? I would guess so, but wanted to check that as well.

Thanks again!

I have a 2004 v6 4.2 Ford Freestyle. The idle is going up and down, and cuts off at stops. Could this be the MAF Sensor?

jfranklin — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:43:26 GMT

2004 Ford Freestyle where is the MAF Sensor

Can't reset the Percent of Oil Life on my Ford Freestyle. I get message "Slow Circles to Calibrate." What is my problem?

dkpkip — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:53:41 GMT

Freestyle 2006. I change Oil & am unable to reset % of Oil Life on Info System. I get message "Slow Circles to Calibrate" What is my problem? I have not had a problem in the past.

Ford Freestyle throttle control/transmission light came on, also engine failsafe mode activated. What's wrong?

boots7714 — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 10:32:12 GMT

Wife was driving car and the throttle control/transmission light illuminated, also a message on the message center said etc-engine failsafe mode and the vehicle began running "rough". Just wondering if anyone could tell me what might be wrong?

My sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving. Anybody know why? 06 Ford Freestyle.

06freestyle — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 22:02:50 GMT

It was very cold today. 30 degrees with colder windchill. No cars were near me and no rocks or other objects apparent.

Any problems with 2005 Ford Freestyle leaking on the passenger side?

jayson1 — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:31:51 GMT

Has it been any complaints, pertaining to leakage on the passenger side of 2005 Ford Freestyle? When it rains,the floor board is soaking wet

07 Ford Freestyle seat behind driver is stuck. Back will not tilt and seat will not tilt. Handle works. Any solutions?

shelby25 — Wed, 13 May 2009 20:29:59 GMT

07 Ford Freestyle - seat behind drivers seat is "stuck". Back will not tilt and the seat will not tilt forward. Handle on side of seat moves and so does pull loop on back of seat, but seat will do nothing. How do I repair this? Please give detailed steps since I am a novice at this. Thank you.

My 2005 Ford Freestyle is telling me something. It occasionally "chirps". It isn't the horn or alarm sound. Ideas?

phyllisw — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:05:12 GMT

I really thought at first it was a cricket near the car but it has happened when parked away from home. I don't know how long it has been doing it. I see nothing to trigger a "chirp" in the owner's manual. It is a single chirp. My husband finally heard it too so I know I'm not totally crazy.

Rpm is sticking between 3 and 4,000. Ford Freestyle.

crcolwell — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:24:58 GMT

My rpm is between 3 and 4,000 and I am only able to 20 mph with out the rpm going over 4000. Need help asap.

Having electrical problem on 2006 Ford Freestyle. All gauges drop to zero and most electrical systems stop working. Any ideas?

rappypappy — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:57:01 GMT

Intermittant problem the car is running good then the gauges drop to zero, the motor races trying to shift the trans, no electrical circuits work. Stop, turn off ignition, restart it and problem is fixed. The "fix" lasts from 30 seconds to days, maybe weeks.

I serviced my Ford Freestyle but cannot get the oil mileage reminder to reset.

hipirn — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:36:02 GMT

I have a 05 Freestyle that I service myself but find trying to get the oil mileage reminder to reset is near impossible using the owners manual. The dealer seems to struggle with the reset to some degree also and doesn't care to do it since I performed the work! Anybody have a reset sequence that works?
Also am looking at servicing the CVT, it is apparent that they made that near impossible outside the dealership and at over $300.00 for a fluid and filter change very expensive too boot.. hipirn

Ford Freestyle water leaks, how do I avoid buying a leaker?

flyingfox64 — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:18:25 GMT

I would like to buy a used Freestyle but have discovered that some have serious interior water leaks?? Water running out of the shoulder belt mounting points, out of the CD player, filling up the floor pans and spare tire wells etc. How do I avoid a leaker?? I am trying to narrow down the problem.

Are the water problems associated with a certain trim package only?
Sunroof? Rear a/c unit? etc.

I have read that the problem might be due to bad welds on the roof panels under the roof racks and not related to sunroof. Any comments?

Are all Freestyles (for Canada and the USA) produced in the same plant or is there more than one production site and if so is it possible that the leakers come from one plant only?

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

'06 Ford Freestyle buyback? Dealer telling me car needs new engine, costs $6800. Tranny issue I think. Buyback?

ct2ct — Wed, 07 May 2008 01:57:35 GMT

They can't find prob for sure. Alternate between blaming me for not changing oil soon enough, to a computer issue. Dealer has tested everything, sensors, PCM, coils, wiring. Claims now it is either timing chain issue (cost 1600) or whole new engine is needed (6800). Has had my car in 2 times for 4 weeks. Still not fixed. Engine light wont go off-acceleration probs (has lost acceleration), weird noises coming from engine, like loose belt. Some fluid leaks. Acceleration when just put into reverse. They cant get the engine light to go off. Dealer claims if they find oil sludge in internal engine, it will need to be replaced. However, my issues sound just like others in the forums. Can i get the dealer to help with cost or buyback my FS? I cannot afford a new engine. Thanks.

How do you replace spark plugs on a 2005 Ford Freestyle?

pyarbrough — Wed, 28 May 2008 18:56:40 GMT

its been year since I worked on my cars, would like to replace spark plugs on 2005 ford freestyle, it looks alittle intimidating. What steps do I take to get to the 3 plugs on the back side of the engine

is there an easy way to move driver's seat back on 07 Ford Freestyle?

busdriveral — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 19:11:00 GMT

My drivers seat does not go back far enough for me, is there an adjustment, or do I cut the seat rail & add a piece to it, or do I remove the rail except for the mounts & add a flat pc of stock & rebolt.

2005 Ford Freestyle. Does this vehicle have steel frame construction underneat or laminated unitized body?

richard92 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:48:56 GMT

a friend with a 2005 Ford Freestyle vehicle had an acident and was told the frame was bent. I did not think this vehicle had a steel frame as part of the construction. I thought most all american cars had a somewhat unitized body consisting of sheet metal construction. Is there a steel frame construction on this vehicle. I thought the steel frame went out in the 1970's except for some special cars mostly muscle cars. I await your response. If the unitized body is what is being refered to, how do you fix that or does it not get fixed? The vehicle was hit broadside on the driver side at about the front tire. The damage was approximately $10,000.00. Should this have been considered totalled?

05 Ford Freestyle radio went dead.

judithau — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:54:53 GMT

The reason I ask is because mine went dead 3 days ago. One minute it was working, we turned the key off went into a store came out turned on the car and it was dead. There was no radio, clock, or DVD player. After reading your previous questions and answers I'm not sure it is worth the hassle to replace the fuses. What would you recommend ? I am not looking forward to having to pay the dealer right now.

I have a 2007 Ford Freestyle Limited and the rear sensor button won't work. Battery dies but is new. Thoughts?

chipsbeth — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 19:59:47 GMT

2007 ford freestyle limited. has 38000 miles. rear sensor button won't turn on. battery dies as if I have left lights on. new battery. alternator checks out; starter is fine; thoughts??

AWD Sensor comes on occasionally on my 2005 Ford Freestyle. Is it dangerous to drive the vehicle without fixing?

kathyshepherd — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 17:24:12 GMT

2005 Ford Freestyle AWD Sensor

Are there any recalls on the throttle, transmission or electrical system for the 2005 Ford Freestyle?

reddiaharrison — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 01:52:40 GMT

Accelerating without pressing gas pedal, not shifting gears properly, and front seems to have a rattling noise.

How do I reset the Anti-Theft system on an'05 Ford Freestyle? I can't even get it out of park so that I can tow it.

bhix — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:52:07 GMT

I turned the key to start my 2005 Ford Freestyle and the anti-theft system activated with lights flashing and the whole bit. I did everything the owners manual said and nothing worked. I can't even get it out of park so that I can push it out of my garage and have it towed to a dealer.