jan@janharmon.us

I just took my 2009 Mercury Mariner (same as Escape) to my dealer and got it checked. There is a service bulletin that was issued in June regarding this issue. The manufacture date is important as those made prior to 10/29/08 may have the wrong transmission dip stick and be overfilled, hence the problems that have occurred towing this car. The TSB is 09-11-4 if you would like to have your dealer look this up and make sure you have the correct dipstick. A new one is available for those who have the wrong one. Part # 7A020. Thanks to those who have made others aware of this problem before the manufacturer did so.

I just purchased to tow a 2009 Mercury Mariner, which I am told is the same vehicle as the Ford Escape, with more bells and whistles. After seeing these post I wonder if there have been any problems towing the Mariner? The manual says 65 MPH and run the engine 5 min. before and after a trip or while fueling. I towed it about 90 miles to a Rally in May without a problem. I will be towing it again next week to a rally, about 100 miles. It appears there is no problem with the short trips. I sure hope the same problems don't present in the Mariner as I have read about with the Escape. I would appreciate anyone having a Mariner to post their experience. Thanks