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Been discussed before. Here's a previous thread on it. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/20930-except-for-the-bottom-seat-this-is-a-near-perfect-car/?fromsearch=1
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I don't believe that there is a reset button (of sorts). You might try an electrical reset. Pull the owner's manual out & look up fuse box chart to identify the one(s) that affect your radio/cd changer. Turn the key to ACC setting & turn on radio. Open the fuse box & pull all relevant fuses. Radio should quit. Then turn the key off & then reinsert the fuses. Turn the key back to ACC and turn on the radio. If this works, you should then be able to eject your cds. If this doesn't work, the only other option I know of, is to remove the radio and remove the top cover (one screw I believe). You can then wiggle the cds to get them back on position. I believe what hapens is, when the the battery dies, the changer starts shuffling through discs and causes one disc to pop out of it's slot; and jam inside the unit. Causes a "no disc" error when trying to play a cd and "load error" when trying to eject/insert a disc.
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Turn off cargo area illumination?
enigma-2 replied to VisionPilot's topic in 2015+ Edge & MKX Generation II
It's a 2016 right? Non-serviceable LED lamp. Replaced an an entire assembly I believe. -
What year, motor do you have (just wondering).
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I had my local dealer replace to fluid by opening the fill hole and sucking out the old oil. They charged me somewhere around $80 for it. I asked if it was common for these units to fail, and they told me that they had replaced some PTU's, but not many. They also told me that they felt the way the fail was, the seal begins to leak, and as the fluid leaks out, the remaining oil gets thick and gummy, not providing the needed lubrication. So the comment you were given about checking for leaks is probably valid. If your local dealer does not want to perform the fluid change, try any transmission shop. They already have the necessary pumping equipment and are familiar with the process. All they need to know is the location of the fill plug. Insist on their using Motorcraft fluids to make certain your getting the right stuff.
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Access Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
enigma-2 replied to msawdust's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
You just push the harness wires into specific locations the back of the mirrors wiring connector, and use the two wire ties provided to anchor the harness to the mirror. (With microphone): (+) is pin #1, blue with orange stripe, (-) is pin #10. Wire color is black. Pos is on the accessory delay circuit, fuse #41. When looking a face of connector with release tab down, pin 1 is lower left, pin 10 is upper right. (Reverse of looking at back of connector). Without microphone: (+) is pin #1 (blue with orange stripe, (-) is pin #2 (without lighted sunvisors) or pin #3 (with lighted visors). Connector has 7 wires and is numbered 1-7 starting from left when viewed face on and release tab is on bottom. Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX use .080" taps for 2007-2009 and .050" for 2010+. If your mounting something other than a radar detector, you could either modify an existing harness with a different connector or make your own (not hard, two wires & a connector). You could also contact Mirror Tap and see if they would be willing to make you a special harness (perhaps if you furnished the correct connector). Need to use a stiff wire or solder wires to a pin of the right diameter to be able to push into connector next to existing wires. -
Had a business associate who used a steering wheel lock on his old beater. He had a call to make, returned to the office and about a half hour later went back out to his car for something. Car gone. Cops told him the bad guys simply use a hand-held bolt cutter to cut a small slice out of the steering wheel and slip off the lock. Takes only a few seconds. Well known way of stealing cars in S. Calif. You can buy universal wheel lock keys on Ebay (what the garages use when you can't find your key and they are trying to sell you a new set of tires. Very common). If they your wheels, they'll get them.
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Access Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
enigma-2 replied to msawdust's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
Just curious, why don't you consider just using a Mirror Tap? Much easier to install, inexpensive and powers on with the ignition, has the std delay and car off until doir open. You can wire in one minute. -
Ever think of using a transmission sealer? https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0079JWMME/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8
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If it seems speed dependant, it could also be a tire that broke a cord.
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Go down to your dealer and ask if you can try the SD card in one of their used cars. If it works, you have a ACM faiure. If not, the card got zapped and needs to be replaced.
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Heh, just wait for the 2019 model when Samantha calls you on your (linked) cell phone in the middle of the night and reminds you that the FOB is still in the car and you don't remove it in three minutes, she's going to sound the panic alarm ten times an hour for the rest of the night. (Ok, it's getting late and I need some coffee).
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Oh I'm not arguing the point, in fact I fully agree. I wish they would. I just don't see it happening. Selling map updates is a good source of revenue. Remember they don't just sell the car once you know.
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I'm not certain if it's actually a scam, there have been a lot of failures, but the overall percentage is not as high as it would seem. I was in for an oil change a couple of months ago and the mechanic told me that he found the seal leaking (wasn't bad, no drops on the garage floor), but it would only get worse over tine. Told him to go ahead and change the seal. Was talking to the service manager after he left and asked if they are finding a lot of PTU failures. Said they had changed some not a lot, and they felt that it was the seal leaking that was the cause. As the fluid slowly leaked out, the fluid remaining was to little to lubricate properly and became overheated; turning to a sludge. At that point all lubrication stops and the unit fails. He thought that if there was no leak, the unit should continue to give good service. Whatever its worth, I had the fluid changed in my PTU last year. They (dealer) used a pump to suck out the old fluid through the fill plug. I had asked to speak with the mechanic as to whether I should do this or not (as its not a Lincoln recommended service requirement). He said he felt it was a very good idea. Think they charged me around $80, mechanic said alot of the cost was in the price of the fluid. (Stuff must retail for $40 a pint or near that. But that's what you pay at a dealer). Course you could always consider just going with a FWD and eliminate the problem altogether. <highfive>
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I would question that. Here's an OEM protector for just over $60.http://parts.showalterford.com/ford/edge/ft4z17b807a/2016-year/sport-trim/2-7l-v6-gas-engine/exterior-cat/covers-and-protectors-scat/?part_name=bumper-protector-rear
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Would something like this trip your trigger? https://www.amazon.com/2015-2016-Ford-Bumper-Protector-Guard/dp/B018F52ZD6 Here's a stainless one that wraps for under $60 https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32730386521.html#autostay
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Ford Edge Driver Door Latch recall?
enigma-2 replied to Latrece370's topic in Recalls, TSBs & Warranty
There are several attempts for a repair on this problem, here's a good example on how one fella did a quick, two minute fix. (below). It seems to be related to a plastic "arm" that triggers the switch getting gunked up a sticking in the up position. There are several videos on YouTube, check this one out and see if will help those of you having this problem. -
Two things I don't like about it, first it's too expensive, and second don't like the fact that it displays a highly reflective surface on the rear that will reflect headlights and sunlight.
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Hah! You wish.
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Prevents used and bogus copies from showing up on Ebay. Takes just as long to download (as it takes a DVD to copy to the hard drive in gen ones), and still forces you to pay the bucks.
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Widely discussed here in this forum (common problem). Do a search and you will find several posts discussing how to fix. Basically several have found that spraying electrical contact cleaner on the switch and/or working the lever will fix the sticking problem. If you take it to Ford, the fix is to replace the switch.
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Side mirror 15+
enigma-2 replied to gjb89's topic in Glass, Lenses, Lighting, Mirrors, Sunroof (BAMR), Wipers
I've changed the mirrors in my 09, you manually push the glass towards the inside corner, use a flat blade screwdriver, push it into the round clip assembly at the center of the glaas and twist. It will pop loose so be ready to catch the glass. Unplug the wiring connectors. It's really easy. To install, plug in the wiring connectors, and press on until you hear a pop. (You don't always hear a pop, but press hard anyway). Here's a listing of a mirror that fits your 2015, look at the third picture of the back of the mirror. You will see what the plastic clips looks like and how they clip on to the mirror body http://www.ebay.com/itm/321611626027 -
You could also download a free app for your smartphone. Personally, I prefer to use the nav system in my car.
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On my 09 MKX, I hit the first button, wait a second and then enter the remaining numbers fairly quickly. Opens every time. (BTW, my 09 uses the old fashioned key type FOB. I have a second FOB hidden in the car if I need it, and have been known to lock the car while running. Just plug in the door code to unlock).