SuperDutyEdge Posted February 7, 2017 Report Share Posted February 7, 2017 I'm sure this has probably been discussed a million times or more, but my search came up inconclusive. I have an 07 SEL AWD loaded with all options except Bluetooth, since we acquired this thing last summer, the Nav system works intermittently, it will work for awhile some days, but other days it wants nothing to do with working. I have bought and tried a new disc with no improvement. So, my question is, since I assume I have to replace the head unit completely, can I upgrade to a newer OEM system? Is it plug and play? What kind of modifications need to be made for the upgrade? Needless to say, I'm not a fan of the DVD version of the nav system. TIA Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDutyEdge Posted February 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 Bump?? Really? No one?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 This service repairs your existing radio http://m.ebay.com/itm/152426688204?_trkparms=aid=222007&algo=SIC.MBE&ao=1&asc=20150313114020&meid=438a278505f1474da7adcd24be3d8a09&pid=100338&rk=9&rkt=30&sd=301940286504&_trksid=p2141725.c100338.m3726&_mwBanner=1 Probably would be better off going to an aftermarket unit and get all the latest features such as Apple Carplay, navigation, bluetooth, etc. http://www.connectedcarlife.com/upgrade-your-car-with-today-s-technology Crutchfield has a lot of good information on adapting aftermarket units, amps and speakers to the Edge: https://www.crutchfield.com/S-AkrtVdhvrln/carsystems/Ford-Edge-Stereos-and-Speakers.html If your looking to add bluetooth to your existing system, try here: http://www.installer.com/cars/by_car.php?carid=6417 As for adapting an 2009 head unit, probably would get too involved and for the money you would probably be better off going with a good Pioneer unit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brucifer Posted February 9, 2017 Report Share Posted February 9, 2017 Your best bet is to install an aftermarket system. You would be able to have just about any feature you want, plus wire in a rear camera at the same time. I have a 2007 also and wanted a back up camera, but the newer head units are not the same as ours. The only real issue is cost of replacing the unit with another used one (and what warranties may come with that) vs. a similarly equiped new one. Can't suggest what to replace it with, but someone might chime in. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/21402-2007-mkx-wnav-options/?hl=%2Bhead+%2Bunit&do=findComment&comment=160233 http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/21371-install-complete-of-replacement-head-unit/?hl=%2Bhead+%2Bunit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulSchott Posted February 10, 2017 Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 I installed this Jensen head unit from Crutchfield Has a backup camera hookup and steering wheel controls available as options. I believe they have updated it since. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperDutyEdge Posted February 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2017 Thanks for all the replies!!!! Very much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted February 23, 2017 Report Share Posted February 23, 2017 Sounds great, what unit did you decide on? Have you considered getting better speakers or does it sound ok with oem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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