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A quick look at how the cam phasers on the 3.7L differ from those on the 3.5L.

Wanted to add a technical note. The cam phaser used on the "Mustang" 3.7L engine (2011+) is of a different design than the 3.5L, and does not rely on oil pressure, per this article from Car & Driver: "Most modern variable valve-timing (VVT) systems use a cam phaser that rotates the position of each cam­shaft relative to the timing chain. Think of making a record turntable go faster or slower by spinning it with your hands. The cam phaser has two basic com­ponents: an outer sprocket connected to the timing chain and an inner rotor (connected to the camshaft) that varies the valve timing by adjusting the rotation angle of the cam. This inner rotor consists of a set of lobes, and oil fills the space between the outer housing and the lobes. Left alone, the rotor will simply spin at the same rate as the outer housing. If you add oil to one side of the lobe and remove it from the other, the rotor moves, and—voilà!—there’s your variable valve timing. The majority of these VVT systems use oil pressure to push the rotor back and forth, but BorgWarner thinks its cam-torque-actuated (CTA) system marks an important step forward. Oil-pressure-actuated (OPA) systems require an upsize oil pump to pro­duce the extra pressure that’s required to work the cam phasers, which saps some of the fuel-economy gains of VVT. With a mechanical oil pump, OPA systems don’t work well at low engine speeds because the pump doesn’t build pressure and volume until the revs get higher. The CTA system avoids those pitfalls by using Newton’s Third Law of Motion—for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction—to move the oil in the cam phas­ers. When a cam lobe pushes a valve open, the valve spring resists that force and pushes back. Similarly, when the valve spring pushes a valve closed, it also pushes on the cam lobe in the opposite direction from the valve opening. When multiplied over an entire camshaft, there is enough energy from these back-and-forth forces to make cam phasing work. <img Another trick to BorgWarner’s system is the way it moves oil. A center spool valve, controlled by a solenoid inside the cam-phasing rotor, directs the flow. With the valve open in one direction, oil flows into only one side of the oil pockets and can’t leave. By sliding the valve back and forth, the system can mete out the precise amount of oil flow on either side of the rotor lobes. The key advantages of the CTA system are that it responds quickly even at idle and can operate using a standard engine’s oil pump. But there are downsides. As engine speeds increase, the CTA system becomes less effective. This happens because the valve events occur more frequently, reduc­ing the time available to move the oil. Con­versely, OPA systems work better as oil pres­sure increases and are better at high rpm. So there’s not much of a peak power gain from a CTA system; it improves performance and efficiency in other areas of the rev range. Also, CTA cam phasing is at the mercy of the natural oscillations of those forces on the camshaft. Valve openings and closings in an inline-six are spaced too closely for the sys­tem to work well. But a V-6 (or inline-three) is perfectly suited because there isn’t as much overlap between each valve event. The system also works on V-8 engines. CTA variable valve timing debuted on Ford’s 3.0-liter Duratec V-6, beginning with the 2009 Escape and the 2010 Fusion. The 3.7-liter V-6 in the Mustang uses BorgWar­ner’s system, too, as do the 2011 Edge and Lincoln MKX. You can also find it on the Mustang’s 5.0-liter V-8 as well as the V-8 engines used in Jaguar and Land Rover vehi­cles. These engines’ efficiencies show the vir­tues of the CTA system." http://wn.com/borgwarner_morse_tec_cam_torque_actuated_cta_variable_camshaft_timing_technology CTA Ti VCT

Pg 131 of owner's manual: REMOTE START (If Equipped) The remote start feature allows you to pre-condition the interior of your vehicle. The climate control system works to achieve comfort according to your previous settings. Note: You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation. Turn the ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You can now make adjustments normally, but you need to turn certain vehicle-dependent features back on, such as: • Heated seats. • Cooled seats. • Heated steering wheel. • Heated mirrors. • Heated rear window. You can adjust the default remote start settings using the information display controls. See Information Displays (page 100 (actual reference pg 103/108)).

Were these OEM Ford/Motorcraft assemblies? They now have a 2 yr/unlimited mileage warranty on parts, so hope that helps.

Wow!

Watermelon smoothies for everyone!!! J/K. See ya soon.

Good idea, but since the IPC has to be programmed to your vehicle to work, not sure if there is a trim-level limitation. My '07's lighting is pretty bright at night, have to keep it turned down a bit to make it "bearable". Are you sure it's not just the dimmer switch that's having a problem?

No, the two sensors are different. Output shaft sensor MOTORCRAFT DY-1221 AA5Z-7H103-B Turbine speed sensor Motorcraft DY-1241 AA5Z-7M101-B I would call on Benny at Levittown to confirm, but these seem to be the current part numbers.

Or you could use it as an excuse to adopt a "built Ford TOUGH" look, driving around without bumper cover/front grille

By "repair hole" you mean a pit like the quick lube places (Jiffy Lube, Grease Monkey, etc.)? Yeah, that'd work fine. As to why the sensors fail, no idea. Though frankly, I'd rather replace sensors than power/drivetrains. In time/money terms these days, the same thing? Who knows what's better. I'd suspect (no basis to make this statement) that regular trans fluid changes (36K miles or max of 60K miles) would help keep the sensors working. Electronics are very sensitive to contamination, and probably what is happening here.

Bet the paint's jealous of the sheen

Happy Labor Day, mac! Time to sit back and finally enjoy a few brewski's

Slightly edited PDF of the images above How to Remove Front Bumper Cover on a 2015 Ford Edge.pdf

Well, that IS an odd one! No way to reverse the wiring/polarity then?

As long as you have a lift available (or 4 jackstands) to raise & keep the Edge level, you can DIY.

Yup, classic symptoms. Get them replaced, and keep on rolling! Good time to do trans fluid, if it needs servicing.

These sounds can be hard to pinpoint. Check to make sure seat tracks are bolted down properly, bolts/nuts are not spinning freely. Check underneath car to see if any of the fuel/brake lines have come loose, or the shield for the EVAP system components has come loose/become damaged. Check for play in the driveshaft support bearings.

Congrats, good luck!

Welcome Stacey! At first I thought it was a driveshaft or axle making the noise. Is it from the right side only or from either side or ...? The alignment of the halfshaft may have been disturbed within the PTU when the driveshaft was installed, or when brakes were done. Should also check the sway bar links, they can make all kinds of sounds. If it is a brake problem, the brake caliper piston is likely not releasing properly, which means it was not lubricated properly, or possibly damaged during retraction for pad change. May have to change caliper to resolve.

If you don't already have an HID setup, the best route currently is to go with DTBL/drivebright's product offering. You can certainly have success with other aftermarket suppliers, but with a bit more risk.

Does look interesting. Would it look as good with the lights turned on?

made ME wanna go 24's!!!

Whatever happens, I hope they don't stick you into an Accent for your trips! Also hope they respect why you have Lulubelle in the first place.

If you want to try it yourself, here is the procedure from a 2007 FSM to give you an idea. May be different for 2011, so I'd recommend getting a DVD or PDF from EBay to be sure. Seat Track Special Tool(s) Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool Removal WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an airbag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices. NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault. NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer. NOTE: To install a new occupant classification module or an occupant classification sensor (OCS) weight sensor bolt, refer to the appropriate procedure in Section 501-20B . All seats Position the seat to access all the seat track-to-floor bolts and the safety belt retractor belt anchor nut.Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion of Section 501-20B .Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Seat — Front .Remove the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest — Front .Separate the seat wire harness main feed electrical connector(s) from the seat track brackets.Disconnect the safety belt buckle pretensioner and safety belt buckle switch electrical connectors. Separate any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track and safety belt buckle and pretensioner.Disconnect all the seat track motor electrical connectors and separate any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track (if equipped).Driver seat Disconnect the seat track position sensor and separate any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track.Disconnect the driver seat module (DSM) electrical connectors and separate any retainers holding the wire harness to the seat track (if equipped).Passenger seat with manual seat track NOTE: Rear inboard occupant classification sensor (OCS) weight sensor bolt protection bracket shown, others similar. Separate the wire harness from the OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets, remove the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screws and remove the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets.Passenger seat with power seat track Remove the cushion side shield in the following sequence. If equipped with manual recline, release the clip and remove the manual recline handle. NOTE: Release the tension on the manual lumbar cable before removing the manual lumbar handle. If equipped with manual lumbar, release the 2 clips on the back of the manual lumbar handle then pull and remove the manual lumbar handle. Remove the cushion side shield screw(s). Slide the cushion side shield up in the rear to release the retainer. Slide the cushion side shield forward to disengage the retainer. Disconnect the seat control switch electrical connector. Remove the cushion side shield. Separate the wire harness from the outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket, remove the 2 outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screws and remove the outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket.Separate the wire harness from the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket, remove the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screw and the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket.Passenger seat Mark the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt electrical connectors so that they can be reconnected in their same location at installation.Disconnect the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt electrical connectors and detach any wire harness retainers to the seat track.Disconnect the occupant classification module and detach any wire harness retainers to the seat track.Passenger seat with power seat track Disconnect the heated seat module electrical connector and detach any wire harness retainers to the seat track (if equipped).Disconnect the climate control seat module (CCSM) electrical connectors and detach any wire harness retainers to the seat track (if equipped).All seats Separate any retainers holding the seat wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track.Remove the 4 seat track-to-cushion frame bolts and remove the seat track.All passenger seats To install a new occupant classification module or an OCS weight sensor bolt, refer to the appropriate procedure in Section 501-20B .Installation Power seat tracks Position the cushion frame-to-seat track rear brackets to the power seat track rear cross tube. Make sure the locator tabs of the cushion frame-to-seat track rear brackets are aligned correctly to the cushion frame. Passenger seat with fold flat backrest Make sure the fold flat recliner cable is routed correctly between the power seat track cross tube and cushion frame.All seat tracks Install the 4 cushion frame-to-seat track bolts. Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft). All passenger seats For correct front passenger seat cushion wire harness routing, refer to Seat Wire Harness Routing — Front Passenger Cushion in this section.Connect the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt electrical connectors, as marked during removal and attach any retainers holding the wire harness to the seat track.Connect the occupant classification module and attach any wire harness retainers to the seat track.Passenger seat with power seat track Position the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket to the seat track, install the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screw and attach the wire harness to the inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket. Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in). Position the outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket to the seat track, install the 2 outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screws and attach the wire harness to the outboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket. Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in). Install the cushion side shield in the following sequence. Position the side shield to the seat and connect the seat control switch electrical connector. Slide the cushion side shield rearward to engage the cushion side shield retainer to the seat track bracket. Slide the cushion side shield down in the rear to engage the retainer. Install the cushion side shield screw(s). Install the manual lumbar handle (if equipped). Position the clip on the manual recline handle and install the manual recline handle (if equipped). Connect the heated seat module electrical connector and attach any retainers holding the wire harness to the seat track (if equipped).Connect the CCSM electrical connectors and attach any retainers holding the wire harness to the seat track (if equipped).Passenger seat with manual seat track NOTE: Rear inboard OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket shown, others similar. Position each of the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets, install the 4 OCS weight sensor bolt protection bracket screws and attach the wire harness to the OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets. Tighten the front OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets to 5 Nm (44 lb-in). Tighten the rear OCS weight sensor bolt protection brackets to 2 Nm (18 lb-in). Driver seat Connect the DSM electrical connectors and attach any retainers holding the wire harness to the seat track (if equipped).Connect the seat track position sensor and attach any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track.All seats Connect all the seat track motor electrical connectors and attach any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track (if equipped).Connect the safety belt buckle pretensioner and safety belt buckle switch electrical connectors. Attach any retainers holding the wire harness or electrical connectors to the seat track.Attach the seat wire harness main feed in electrical connector(s) to the seat track brackets.Install the front seat backrest. For additional information, refer to Seat Backrest — Front .Install the front seat and repower the SRS. If a passenger seat has been serviced, do not prove out the SRS at this time. For additional information, refer to Seat — Front in this section.Passenger seat with existing seat track Carry out the Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) System Zero Seat Weight Test and prove out the SRS. For additional information, refer to the General Procedures portion of Section 501-20B .Passenger seat with new seat track, OCS module or OCS weight sensor bolt Carry out the Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) System Reset and prove out the SRS. For additional information, refer to the General Procedures portion of Section 501-20B . Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering Depowering Procedure WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment. WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Failure to follow this instruction may result in air bag deployment, which may result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Never probe the electrical connector on a side air curtain module. Failure to follow this instruction may result in side air curtain module deployment. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices. NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraints system (SRS) fault. NOTE: The supplemental restraints system (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer. Turn all vehicle accessories OFF.Turn the ignition switch to OFF.At the smart power distribution junction box (SPDJB), located in the LH lower kick panel, remove the lower kick panel fuse cover and the restraints control module (RCM) fuse 46 (7.5A) from the (SPDJB). For additional information, refer to the Wiring Diagram Manual.Turn the ignition ON and visually monitor the air bag warning indicator for at least 30 seconds. The air bag warning indicator will remain lit continuously (no flashing) if the correct RCM fuse has been removed. If the air bag warning indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before proceeding.Turn the ignition switch to OFF. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or installing any new front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, installing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury. The front impact severity sensors are located on the radiator support under the front bumper cover. The first row side impact sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillars. The second row side impact sensors are located on the C-pillars. To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped). Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .Repowering Procedure Turn the ignition switch from OFF to ON.Install RCM fuse 46 (7.5A) to the SPDJB and install the lower kick panel fuse cover. WARNING: Be sure that nobody is in the vehicle and that there is nothing blocking or set in front of any air bag module when the battery ground cable is connected. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury. Connect the battery ground cable.Prove out the SRS as follows: Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition switch back to ON and visually monitor the air bag warning indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag warning indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn OFF. If an air bag SRS fault is present, the air bag warning indicator will: — fail to light. — remain lit continuously. — flash at a 5 Hz rate (RCM not configured). The air bag warning indicator might not light until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned from the OFF to the ON position. This is the time required for the RCM to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag warning indicator is inoperative and a SRS fault exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of 5 sets of 5 beeps. If this occurs, the air bag warning indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be diagnosed and repaired. Clear all continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) from the RCM and occupant classification sensor (OCS) module using a scan tool.