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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/

TheWizard, on 03 Nov 2013 - 05:30 AM, said:

There are a number of functions that cannot be performed In an MFT equipped Edge without using either the touch screen, the non-tactile flat touch controls (just as bad), or the disobedient voice controls. For example, fan speed, interior temperature, rear window defogger, seat heater, radio preset selection, audio source, etc. I can do all of those in my Mustang without ever taking my eyes off the road because it has real buttons that move and knobs that turn in addition to the touch screen. Sure, you can use the steering wheel controls for some of those but you have to watch the menus next to the speedometer unless you memorize how many presses in each direction are necessary.

 

I have nothing against gadgets and convenience but MFT is gadgets without convenience. It is Ford's attempt to impress people in the showroom. Done properly, those gadgets can be made available without the distracting interface.

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.

 

Dingo, i am planning to do the same, received the turn LED's this morning. need your help on following:

 

1) Do it need resistor? if yes, what resistance will be ok?

2) where to connect the wires? is there any nearest location in the cabin?

 

Thanks in advance

Where did you get them & for how much?

sajid.ali, on 26 Oct 2013 - 1:52 PM, said:

Looks gr8, it is a SE or SEL? between i can see the color matching door handles and side mirrors + Front bumper lights also which normally comes with SEL model

Its an SEL. You can see the "L" in the first picture. Also, SE models in US have 17" wheels.

If it's an early build 2011, you have to go to the dealer for the updates. In any case, the warranty for the APIM (MFT) has been extended by 2 years on all Ford/Lincoln vehicles regardless of mileage, so yours would be covered.

Since your talking about Air Filters, I have noticed that the replacement filters (FA-1884) is different than the one that came in the car from factory. Same part number, but the factory one was orange/yellow with a steel mesh, the replacement is black/white. Wonder what is the difference & which is better (if any is).

Earlier someone posted a PDF with a direct link to download 3.6. Does anyone know of the direct link to download 3.6.2?

 

I have been using 2.4 of MFT since 2011 because I hated the interface changes that the performance upgrade introduced. The Ford website wouldn't let me download 3.6.2 and Ford's Twitter support told me that I needed to upgrade to 3.0.2 first and then the 3.6.2 download would become available. A Ford support rep on the phone said this was wrong, but I foolishly believed the person on Twitter and installed 3.0.2. Now I'm stuck with 3.0.2 because I still can't download 3.6.2 - the Ford site thinks my Sync version is up to date.

 

Ford said they'd mail me a USB with 3.6.2 but I don't want to wait 10-14 days. I'd rather go as quickly as possible to 3.6.2.

 

I'm downloading the 3.6 upgrade from this URL: http://www.syncmyride.com/syncmedia/swparts/Gen2v361build13171serviceNARev1.exe

 

I suppose I can install this version and then bump up to 3.6.2 when I get the USB. I'm mostly frustrated at Ford for their crap support and for telling me the wrong information.

 

If anyone has the download link to get 3.6.2 directly I'd appreciate it. Thanks..

The link you have is the latest (3.6.2), for some reason the number on the file's name has v361 which makes you believe its 3.6.1, but it is actually 3.6.2. So it should work.

On the other hand, since your still on 3.0.2, I would recommend first installing 3.5.1 because it was a complete flash. The update file was huge (~1.2 GB) unlike other updates that were only ~550 MB. Then update to 3.6.2.

I have attached both TSBs for v3.5.1 & v3.6.2.

Note: For my brother's 2012 Explorer, it has 3.0.2 which was not confirmed at Syncmyride, hence Syncmyride was indicating the current version as 2.11 & it still made us update directly to 3.6.2 which worked fine without problems.

Note 2: If you have navigation, you probably will need an updated SD Card for it to work.

TSB 12-11-01 (MFT v3.5.1).pdf

TSB13-08-02 (MFT v3.6.2).pdf

Will not work straightforward. They might work with a special adapter (if any exists).

The center hub diameter is different, 63.4mm for 2011+ and 70.5mm for 2010 and below.

So the 2009 wheels will have a bigger center hub hole.

if that's the case, then it isn't done in the assembly plant either? its done prior to being shipped to them?

 

Now would that include adding remote start, and turning on the ambient lighting if I had a setup to wire in so it would be adjustable on the MFT?

Remote start can be activated at any dealer, you just need the IDS (or whatever they call it). One member even bought it & activated remote start himself (Sajid.ali).

Navigation, on the other hand, is kind of a one time setup at the factory, once it is set up for "Nav or no-Nav", it cannot be changed.

I believe on factory HID vehicles, they stay on for 2 seconds and then shut off no matter how long you hold lever.

This is exactly how they work on my car, 2011 MKX with factory HID, no matter how long or short you hold the lever, but that's only during the day (headlights off). If the headlights are on, the highbeams will turn on for as long as you hold (pull) lever, there is no minimum or maximum time.

The major risk with this approach is the car battery dies and I can't open the doors, \

You can take out the emergency key (that's inside the fob) and keep it with you for emergencies, or you can copy it to a regular key to put it on a key ring along with your other keys.

If you want bright, choose 4300k colour as it gives the most light. Stock HID is also 4300k.

I am confused.You post you have a 2013 Edge Limited but the lmited comes with push button start and remote start.

Not the standard Limited. You have to have Equipment Group 301A or 302A to get the Driver Entry Package which includes the "Push button start" & remote start.

Try installing 9011 in place of 9012, there is a slight difference in the base similar to 9006 Vs. 9005. 9011 are 65 watt bulbs with about 2350 lumens.

Disconnect the battery for a few minutes to force a reboot (or pull fuse#29 or