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My guess is they have already repaired those at the most risk and the rest of us are at low risk.

This is Lincoln's official stand on it: "Based on currently available technical data, the Lincoln Motor Company understands that the vehicles involved in the recent Takata recall are safe to drive while you are waiting for replacement parts. You should have the repair completed as soon as possible after you are notified that parts are available."

For $30/day you'll probably get a Mitsubishi Mirage or something similar.

Personally I would stay with Motorcraft as I really don't know if the others are better or not. But if you do change, even if it states it's compatible, I would still do a complete flush. Not all coolants play well together. Also if you change, consider labeling the coolant fill with the actual coolant being used. Memory fades over time.

$30 on Amazon (free prime shipping). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NUB132/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_loikBbVH9MHWB My 09 MKX came with gold from the factory. Dealer told me they needed to change it when they discovered it in an oil change. Told me Ford had discovered that it didn't have sufficient protection to prevent rusting or corrosion, and they needed to use a special flush to remove every part of the gold when going to green.

Your right about the Highlander, it's one ugly car.

After reading the Ford coverage again, I see that it was extended to five years from initial service date. So I imagine it did end in 2017. Even though you still have to pay, there is still one good point it makes. And that is to make certain you are running the latest update. As it's not currently working, I would imagine the dealer will need to do it. The Ford letter required the dealers to check the software (latest or reload) prior to going further.

Before you install the engine, I would recommend changing the water pump, guides, timing chain, spark plugs, PVC, and anything else you can think of prior to placing it in the engine bay. These engines are "good-used", not rebuilt. Who knows what parts are good now only to fail in 5k? And while it's out, how about the TSS & OSS in the transmission? Easy to get to now.

Hi Edward, this site has an article and pictures describing the spark plug seals and offer more info on their replacment. It's on a 2009 Ford Flex, but same 3.5L engine. https://www.fordflex.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=7809

Try shifting the gear shift through all the gear positions, and then back to park. Just the see if you have the dreaded shifter not recognizing park position. I was thinking that it was the shifting into neutral that allowed the NSS to engage and not that pushing it backwards had anything to do with it.

Fweeeeeeettttt. Foul, you can only have ONE hate. Rules are rules.

If your certain that the Accessory Protocol Interface Module is at fault, I'd talk to your dealer first. There's an extended warranty on your year's Edge. https://ford.oemdtc.com/1745/12m02-warranty-extension-covering-accessory-protocol-interface-module-apim-software-and-hardware-2011-2014-ford-lincoln .

Everything I've read says stay with Motorcraft. One point, if you do change, do a triple flush. Never leave any of the old coolant as they don't play nice together and can even turn to goo and clog your heater core and do other nasty stuff. Another thing to consider, if you ever have a warranty claim (extended in our case), and they find a different coolant than what's registered for the car, it's up to you to prove that complies with Ford specifications.

Can't say about the durability, made of leather and they have a rug-type insert, that's removable. Personally I don't think they're practical for winter areas with all our salt slush and the link. Rain shouldn't bother them, if you periodically pulled out the inserts and cleaned them. They're meant to be used as a luxery accessory in a luxury car. And honestly, they WOULD impress anyone who got into your car for the first time. Not something a person could easily ignore - handmade floor liners ..... !!!

I use something similar to ones in the link below. They fold into a circular shape approximately 22" Diameter and unfolds into a rectangle. Takes two to fill the windshield. Works well enough and stores easily. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B018ERRLU2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aZwjBbBG9K80G I've also used an exterior cover simular to the one below. Fastens easily, locks in place when you close the doors and blocks the sunlight BEFORE it enters the windshield. 2-sided, black for winter, (only really useful as an ice shield) aluminum for reflecting summer sun's infrared rays before they pass through the windshield. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AOHYT50/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_r9wjBbBVJFSS7

See if this video can help

So you say you want the best? http://www.manicci.com/product/manicci-luxury-custom-fitted-auto-mats-dark-brown-diamond-free-delivery/

http://www.autoline.tv/daily/?p=55633 (Two years).

I'm curious, what feature, design or function, do you hate most? Not a long laundry list, just the absolutely one thing the Ford or Lincoln should have (or not have) done differently. As Im still driving a 2009 MKX, I'll start. My biggest urk is not including a rear-view backup camera on domestic vehicles (the Japanese version appearently had the camera). And additionally, not offering a aftermarket kit to add one.

As it's extensive, consider purchasing a service manual off Ebay. Money well spent on such an important undertaking. Example: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F372292377918 or https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F113045533851 For the complete set.

Told me they use the same machine to change the lubricant in the PTU as they use for differentials. Apparently it can both suck out the old and pump in the new. note: he made me feel as if it was a common piece of equipment in any Ford service shop.

Looks like she finally got broken in.

I had this with mine, they replaced the brake booster, helped a little, but still near floor. Strange enough, took it in for an oil change about 3-4 months later, casually mentioned about the pedal going to floor (but not requesting service) and when I got the car back, had a high, stiff pedal. Thought about turning around and going back to ask what the technician did, but didn't. Whatever he did, it didn't take any real time and nothing on the service sheet to indicate what he did. Had the brake fluid changed at the same time I had brakes put on the front. I always suspected that there was air in the lines. That really helped. Still not what I've experienced with previous cars, but acceptable.

Plenty of people that converted to LED bulbs. I personally haven't seen any that's worth buying..... yet. Found it interesting that he replaced the entire headlight assembly in his Lexus.

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