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All of them. (snicker). First Ford was a 1956 Vicky.
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Gold was used starting in 2007 cars up through those built on or before 01/19/2009. On that date Ford/Lincoln switched to Dark Green. If you have gold and are thinking of switching to a newer coolant, there is a specific flush procedure that MUST BE FOLLOWED. And one part of the cooling system must be changed if your engine build date was built on or before 04/01/2008. The part is the water pump inlet tube. The old style is painted on the inside and the flushing chemicals will dissolve the paint, contaminating the cooling system and exposing bare steel to the coolant.
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Behind the dash "chirp"
enigma-2 replied to bogmanglen's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
I think I know what this is. I've experienced this in my 2009 MKX. While wife and I were on a day trip. Grew louder, so we got off the interstate and shut the car off. Restarted and it was gone. Eventually traced it to the HVAC motor. Bearings actually. But it went away and only returned once a year. Couple of years ago I pulled the blower out of the housing and checked it. Tried working some super lube into the bearings and haven't heard a chirp or rub since. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OBV1JC2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_usraGbAAFC4HN Originally I planned on replacing the blower motor but I haven't heard it in a couple of years. -
Help finding side window deflectors
enigma-2 replied to Gregertech's topic in Accessories & Modifications
Never seen any defector quite like this. If you can get near the car again, I'd leave a note on the windshield, telling the owner that you like the deflector and ask if he would send a text to your cell as to the brand & model. -
Windshield Washer Fluid Low
enigma-2 replied to Mike388's topic in Glass, Lenses, Lighting, Mirrors, Sunroof (BAMR), Wipers
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FWIW, my local dealer told me they no longer stock any coolant other than the latest yellow. . As my 09 came with gold, they did a full flush (he told me the procedure, seemed more than a simple rinse, used two different chemicals plus water flush). Had to be certain they got all of the old coolant out as it would cause a goo (my description) to form inside the system and clog the heater core. Anyway, he said that Ford wants dealers to only carry the latest and switch over all older cars to New. Personally I'd stick to Motorcraft. No advantage to using any other brand.
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Instead of waiting so much time removing old paint, consider an overlay. https://www.ebay.com/itm/153991131552
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Is it possible to save the OEM Blue Oval?
enigma-2 replied to Chipster's topic in Appearance - Detailing, Wash & Wax
I'd use a UV protectant on the emblem. 303 is the best. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0185PU38A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_HBJ9FbGAF2MF1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 -
I also had the dealer do mine at 90k maintenance interval. Won't tell you what I paid (heh, heh, heh).
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You're going to get a lot of responses on this. What I did years ago, go to Tirerack.com and look at the highest rated tires. Then read the reviews. Now, most of the reviews on this site are for tires with 5k or less. Not very indicative of long term. Then I went to Amazon, looked up the best of Tirerack.com, and read the reviews. These reviews covered not just new, but 50k miles. I ended up going with Bridgestone Deulers. Michelin is very quite and smooth, but only last for 20k (they use different rubber in the tread, soft for 20k the hard to reach the 40k life). I've had Michelin and they do dramatically change after 20k. As the reviews state. Nice thing about Bridgestone is consistent over their lifetime. Have Scorpion's on wife's car and their also great. Really quiet and smooth. Can't vouch for life as she doesn't put a lot of miles on car and being a Convertible, fairly lightweight. (Tires last longer on lighter vehicles).
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Inasmuch as air pressure in a tire drops 1 psi for each decline of 10° F . 30 psi at 70°F will drop to 26 psi at 30°F. I'd say 32 psi would be a good compromise and still stay above the trigger alarm.
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LED headlights
enigma-2 replied to Edge-y's topic in Glass, Lenses, Lighting, Mirrors, Sunroof (BAMR), Wipers
Try rotating the bulbs and reinsert. LED hot spot may be hitting point of focus off-center. -
Yup. Noticed it right after I posted and the page refreshed. (Sigh).
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Ford Edge 2016 SYnc 3 Update
enigma-2 replied to H. Demloj's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
USB bus has a max power requirement. Was there anything else plugged into any other USB port? Other than that, my second guess is a defective flash drive. -
$160/ea https://www.hubcapzone.com/frd800x.html?gclid=Cj0KCQiA0MD_BRCTARIsADXoopYK7vOmFg3jyCudDKwNZP5kdDNsGZ3nZNtudmB0b073msjJmgDGId0aAgNeEALw_wcB
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New Wall-Mounted Wet-Dry Vacuum for the Car!
enigma-2 replied to CVCashmere's topic in Appearance - Detailing, Wash & Wax
You're going to love it. I've had a Craftsman 5 gal wet/dry wall mount for years and have found it to be very convenient. Only complaint is the price of filters. Bissell is excellent quality. Should last many years. -
Do you want to feel like a magician? If you’re too far from your car for your key fob to work, try using your head as a personal satellite. Yes, really. Your body’s fluids can extend the wireless signal from your key fob to the parked car. Just put your car key fob under your chin, open your mouth, and push the button on your keychain.
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When I hit a curb and blew out the sidewall on my right front, I just called Lincoln and they sent out a tow truck. He changed my tire in the driving rain. (No cost). Did have to buy a new tire, but that's life. Can't repair a blown sidewall with an inflator or patch kit. (I do carry a Ford inflator and goo kit, but have no plans to ever use it).
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I checked mine last spring and it was flat (0 psi). Took it in and it turned out to be a broken inflation valve. Wonder how many people check their tires and overlook thd spare?
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2012 Edge Trailer Tow Plug is Dead - HELP?
enigma-2 replied to Busablaze's topic in Cargo, Hauling, Roof Racks & Towing
AFAIK, the trailer tow connector is just an extension off the existing lighting harnesses. 1. Does your parking and license plate lights work? Yes, go to 2. No. Check that fuse in the SJB. 2. Does the turn signals/brake lights work? No. Check that fuse. Yes. The problem traces back to the SJB.