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Not very useful, but fun. With the cruise control switched on, holding the "Set (-)" button will show the actual speed in the cruise control set speed display. The speed displayed will change in real time as long as you keep holding the Set(-). Made a short video to give an idea of the display. https://www.dropbox.com/s/gxopoapdthm61l2/VIDEO0188.mp4

A similar setup using iGo navigation is used in 2013 Ford & Lincoln MFT/MLT equipped vehicles here in the GCC. It is supposedly some kind of agreement between Ford Middle East and some supplier because Ford just won't get their navigation system to work in our region (though other car makes do have factory navigation systems. I remember also seeing a video of a Korean spec MKZ that also had non factory navigation on the center screen. The navigation system is passable, but for the money, a stand alone Garmin with map updates is a better option. Also, with that external speaker, when there is voice guidance, the directions being spoken can be picked up the MFT/sync voice commands if the voice button is pressed, in other words, sync will be taking voice commands from the Garmin/iGo navigation system.

See this post for installation done on an F-150. Gives you an idea of the accessory.

what speed are you driving? uphill? mileage? You have the Ecoboost or 3.5 V6 Engine? AWD/FWD? They all have an effect.

I would agree with WWWPerfA_ZN0W, happened to my car, next morning it didn't start. Needed a new battery.

@thirdgenlxi, thanks a lot.

@WWWPerfA_ZN0W, don't forget that the stock cabin filter is not flat, hence the effective filtering area is larger than the actual length X width area.

Can someone provide more details on a "13M01" Field Service Action? Was at the dealer yesterday for service & noticed on one of the reports (OASIS, I think) among the outstanding Field Service Actions a "13M01", couldn't read the complete title, but was something like "Certain 2007 through 2012 model year Edge & MKX vehicles sold in some Middle East markets Extended Coverage on Power Transfer Unit". Would appreciate more details on this issue. Thanks.

Thanks Antonio, can I at least request that you pass on the message to the concerned people/Department? unfortunately, the reply I received from Ford's Middle East customer service is that RDS is not available in our market, hence the car would not show it. Though I explained to him my Taurus had it working & RDS is available. I would really like that you pass it on they get the correct facts.

Welcome Antonio. Why is the RDS function disabled in MFT/MLT equipped vehicles in Gulf countries (GCC)? It is working in other cars including other Ford vehicles not equipped with MFT/MLT.

Update. Found a post (#84) on Ford's SyncCommunity Board that might offer a temporary workaround. Turn off the Radio (while playing Bluetooth Audio) before turning off the car. When returning to the car, start it before turning on the Audio.

I tried it on my car. ('11 MKX). But to be honest, the alarm (Horn) is very loud that I never waited for it to horn 10 times. In my opinion, the Alarm is plenty high to draw attention & scare off an intruder. If the 10 Honks were not sufficient to call attention, it means your car is probably in an area were even a longer Alarm period won't help. For the other part, yes, opening the door from the inside while a window is open will trigger the alarm. Unfortunately though, there is no shock or window-break sensors.

Kwmck, some Edges, included with a package option, have driver's side auto dimming mirror that darkens when there are bright lights behind. Just like the center windshield mounted mirror. Muth's statement is that you will lose this feature.

A single bulb, 9012 I believe. There's a shield that moves out when you turn on the highs.

I have noticed something strange in my MKX, after turning off the vehicle. When I lock the car using the remote fob (or Intelligent Access button on the door handle), the center screen turns off immediately (after a shut down logo animation) and the Bluetooth connection disconnects from my phone. But, if I lock the car using the Lock Switch inside the car (then close the door while exiting), the screen will turn to a Date/Time display & remain on for a while (not sure, maybe 10-20 minutes), at the same time, the Bluetooth connection remains connected the whole time (if I am near the car). So, as flyinlow007 suggested, try leaving the phone in the car (when leaving the car for a short run), but lock the vehicle using the inside door lock switch.

In 2012, the Edge had the option of side mirror LED turn signals. So the wiring might be their, if so, you don't have to get wiring from all the way back. Just a thought.

I know this is not a solution, but it might help. As per the owners manual, press AUX, then MENU (you will enter the Media Menu), go to "Select Source" and select "Bluetooth Audio". Now this definitely is longer than using voice command, but perhaps it will remember the selection when restarting the vehicle.

This thread might be useful. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/8393-2012-edge-se-stock-head-unit-replacement/

I agree that MFT needs a lot of improvement. But I just can't understand how anyone can adjust the (Fan speed, interior temp, rear defrost & seat heater) without even looking where the buttons are! Apparently some people have super memory & hand position/location coordination! Radio preset & Audio source can be done through the steering wheel controls, so can be done without really taking eyes off the road. By the way, with MFT, YOU CAN adjust fans speed, interior temp, rear defrost, most (if not all) audio controls (including radio presets) using voice commands. which is true "hands free" operation.

I guess some people just don't like MFT. I find the infotainment system in my father's '13 ES350 to be very awkward. MFT (or MLT) to be straight forward. You just tap what you want instead of using a mouse-wannabe joystick that needs a lot of concentration or you'll overshoot what you need to click, and often have to go through several menus to get it. MFT/MLT's problems where the earlier versions in addition to being slow. Otherwise it is simpler than other systems.

The coldest we have ever seen was maybe 9°C.

Ford recommends 10W30 oil in the GCC countries. Ford number "ZO-10W30-QSP". That's from Ford's supplementary maintenance guide provided with my 2011 MKX.

Same issue Explorer owners faced here. It seems it was something new end of 2012 or start of 2013 model years. And this was suggested as might be a reason.

@TheyCallMeBT, The Edge (&MKX) feels like small car compared to a friend's Expedition (2011) that I drove a few times. Some people just prefer the "Truckness" that comes with large body on frame SUVs. I would suggest you try the new Explorer, as it drives somewhere between an Expedition & an Edge. Perhaps even closer to the expedition than the Edge, at least that's what I fealt.

Where did you get them & for how much?