Why does my 2009 Ford Escape not start?

Believe it or not I have found that one key will start my 2009 Ford escape and the other will not-even after replacing the battery in the key. I though it was a dead battery or possibly the starter but it is the key.

What’s the best way to start a Ford Escape?

The only way to start it is to use a battery jump starter. I took the Escape to a very reputable battery store, and they load checked the battery and said there was nothing wrong with the battery. The first time I took it to the dealer for this issue, they said the battery was checked and there was nothing wrong with it.

Are there any recalls on a 2009 Ford Escape?

You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. 2009 Ford Escape. Lost power steering, recall #14S05. Dealer reprogrammed PSCM and IC modules. How can I get to tire sensors and replace if needed?

What’s the problem with the Ford Escape Engine?

The problem is it may not make it that long. I am baffled at the lack of response by Ford regarding the issues surrounding this vehicle. If the car dies while pulling out into oncoming traffic you could possibly be severely or critically injured. This is not okay! As a single mom I need to know that when I start my car it’s going to work.

Why does my Ford Escape Hybrid not start?

So, that was a clue that the problem lie either in a defective discharge battery or defective battery, one of the two. Mark: So without a decent state of charge in the high voltage battery via electric motor generator, won’t start the combustion engine on the vehicle. Bernie: Exactly.

What should I do if my Ford Escape battery discharges?

The battery on my 2009 Ford escape recently discharged and I was unable to start the car. After doing much research I found that Ford has installed a safety mechanism on all of the Ford Escape Hybrids that prevent the 300 Volt batteries from discharging below 240 Volts.

What kind of battery does a Ford Escape Hybrid use?

You can switch that up and it’ll divert power from the 12 volt battery to the high voltage battery and charge that battery up enough so you can start to vehicle. A very smart idea, which they decided to discontinue in the 2009 model year.

What should I do if my hybrid car battery goes dead?

After doing much research I found that Ford has installed a safety mechanism on all of the Ford Escape Hybrids that prevent the 300 Volt batteries from discharging below 240 Volts. When the voltage of the hybrid battery drops to 240 V there are two contactors that open to prevent further drainage.

Why does my escape not crank or start?

I did notice if i remove the switch and turn it with a screwdriver there is a clicking noise but it doesnt start, im assuming its security because the light on the dash flashes. If i put it back together the security light goes off but there is no click noise or anything when the key is turned to the start position.

Why is the ignition switch on my escape not working?

Hi Im David, thanks for using the site. so you replaced the ignition switch and now it wont start. when your turn the key to try to start it is the security light going out? Whith the key out security light blinks.

What was the problem with my 2009 escape?

My 2009 escape will not crank/ start. I had the problem about a year ago and replaced the ignition switch on the left My 2009 escape will not crank/ start. I had the problem My 2009 escape will… My 2009 escape will not crank/ start.

Why is my Ford Escape V6 not starting?

My 2002 Ford Escape V6 has been running smoothly and suddenly decided not to start this morning. I tried to jump start the truck, but it still would not crank. This led me to think Escape’s battery was likely not the problem.

What to do if your car won’t start?

I had the problem about a year ago and replaced the ignition switch on the left side of the steering column and it worked. I replaced the ignition switch again and it started once but would not start when i tried it again. Pushing on the key or wiggling it does nothing.

What to do when your escape car wont start?

4.Insert a tool (or screw driver) into the access hole to override the brake-shift interlock. Apply the brake and shift into Neutral while holding down the override tab. Also, your battery voltage is dipping into the low side.

Why is my escape truck stuck in Park?

It won’t budge. Holding the brake pedal down, turning the key to the ON position, will not allow me to bring it out of Park. When I let the e-brake down, the truck advanced at least a foot, and would have kept going; considering it is in Park, the truck should have stopped. Perhaps this points to a busted shift cable?

Why does my 2009 Ford Escape not start?