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Bumping up this old thread! I have exactly the same question as renz09 - is it possible to put an engine cover (or "Upper Intake Manifold Insulator") on a 2009 SEL Ford Edge? The MKXs of the same model year have an engine cover, and it came standard on Edges from 2010 up. Would it be possible to adapt a 2010-15 Edge engine cover on a '09, given the engines are exactly the same? John Pastorini.

Well, it's been a long time since I originally opened this thread - but today I finally had a holiday, and enough spare time to give this issue proper attention - with the invaluable help of my father. I definietly owe you guys a feedback, even if not a perfect one. First, I rechecked the fuses and the SJB, to no effect. In my third attempt, I decided to open the center console and check the PRNDL light itself (erroneously indicated as an incandescent bulb on the electrical diagrams, but in fact an LED with a whiteish plastic cap), which proved to be working, according to the multimeter readings. So I tracked this LED's wires (black = negative; blue = positive) to the C3245 connector, unplugged and tested them there. There was no current coming to the LED. Using an adjustable external generator, I fed the circuit with very low current/voltage, and slowly build it up to 250 mAh/2V. Through the process, I saw lights starting to shine very dimly. At the final setting, most of the previously non-working lights on my Edge were at full brightness - except the Cruise Control keys, on the left side of the steering wheel, and the puddle lamps (being old bulbs, I suspect they may very well be blown, and already bought OEM replacements). I finished the process by jump-wiring the positive blue and brown wires inside the dashboard, safeguarding this new circuit with a 4A fuse. Now certain lighting elements (the audio controls on the right side of the steering wheel, the headlamp switch and the Info/Setup/Reset buttons) are continuously on, when my car is on. Certainly a downturn but, to be honest, not one that bothers me nearly as much as having a pitch-black PRNDL on a dark parking lot. The fact that only a couple of lights didn't turn on hints that the problem wasn't caused by a catastrophic failure (no huge short-circuits or widespread corrosion here), and that the cause is probably located somewhere in the "lower" parts of the lighting circuit, just after the SJB. What I did qualifies, at most, as a simple quick fix and, though I tested it on all possible settings, I am not sure about its long-term effects. Plus, I've "fixed" only about 80% of the problem. Being so, I advise caution (and good luck) to anyone following my steps. So far, I'd rate my issue as partially resolved. As soon as I get more free time, I'll check the remaining issues and post my findings here. I'd like to thank the community, particularly enigma-2 (does your nickname has something to do with the German 90's New Wave musical project, by the way?), for the prompt support and precise responses to my previous postings. This forum is certainly THE source for everything about our beloved Edges! Happy Easter. John Pastorini

As it turns, the #10 fuse at the lower driver's fuse box was really blown. However, simply replacing it didn't do the job: the new 15A fuse is OK (therefore, apparently, no permanent short circuit is present), but the lights didn't turn on. I have noticed my puddle lamps are also not working. Checking on the #10 fuse connector pins with a multimeter I found 12V and 5/6V. Shouldn't this be 12V-zero? Or is it just because the door was open? The horn and the steering controls themselves are working perfectly, just without proper lighting. Doesn't this reduce the chance of a clockspring issue? Will follow the wiring to the main harness, or maybe find a way to bypass it (like keeping these lights on all the time). Also, I'll try to find a downloadable wiring diagram, since the 2009 ones are nowhere to be found here (the dealers neither have these in stock nor import them anymore). Will keep the work and let you know of any advances. Once again, thanks a lot for your very detailed information! John Pastorini

Thanks, enigma-2! Will follow your instructions ASAP and report back.

Hello there. I'm a (proud) owner of 2009 Ford Edge SEL AWD with a couple of optionals (Sync with Navigation, digital A/C controls, etc.), recently purchased from a Ford dealer here in southern Brazil with about 37K mi. It's my 3rd Ford vehicle in a row, and I must say it's a really nice car. However, I've noticed a couple of odd things over the past few months, all regarding interior lighting. 1. My PRNDL letters do not light up, not even with the dimmer switch cranked to the max. I found and old topic discussing this (http://www.fordedgeforum.com/topic/1056-does-prndl-panel-light-when-instrument-panel-lights-are-activated/), but with rather inconclusive results. Is this feature available at all, or maybe restricted to Limited / MKX models? 2. My headlamp control switch also doesn't have a backlight. The only thing I see is the orange light indicator (on top of the switch itself) when I turn on the foglights. Is this a problem? 3. The steering wheel controls and some central console buttons (Info, Setup, Reset, parking lights) are also lacking backlight. The ESC and passenger airbag lights are OK, so are the A/C and heated seats control lights. It's important to say I've double-checked all indicated and even marginally related fuses. Now, none of these is a terrible issue. I know I could simply ignore it all and enjoy the drive. But one of the reasons I bought an Edge it's because it has this "affordable-yet-hi-tech" aura to it - and these little lighting details are definitely part of the experience. Sorry to bother you guys with questions about an already old vehicle, specially when the all-new model is around. It's just that none of my friends/acquaintances own an Edge, and stopping a random person mid-traffic to ask these questions is not an option. The dealership is also not a good source of information on this car because it's an import. 90% of their prep and day-to-day time is spent selling and repairing locally made Fords. Thanks a lot, and happy Edge driving to everyone! John Pastorini