normkol
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The 2016 engine makes 245hp and 275lb. torque, while the 2019 has been tweaked to 250 and 280. With the addition of the 8 speed automatic, the combination has recorded better acceleration in all the road tests I have read. I have the 2016, it's ok but from what I have read I wish I had the later version.
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I recently had my car in to the dealer for the front brake hose recall. I asked them to aim the headlights, as I felt they were high. I often get oncoming drivers flashing their lights at me. They confirmed the lights were aimed high, but wanted $300 to aim them, 2 hours labor. I was kind of shocked at that figure and told them not to do it. I can lower the lights myself, but I don't have the space to do a proper aiming, per the Ford service manual. Anyone else ever get quoted such a high price to aim headlamps?
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2018 Edge Remote Got Wet
normkol replied to Moparbob's topic in Alarms, Keyless Entry, Locks & Remote Start
You can thank Strattec, the company that designs and manufactures these components for Ford and most other USA companies. Also, give yourself a pat on the back for taking all the proper steps to dry out the prox. -
I finally got this recall done today. Appointment was made 3 months ago. I also had the PTU fluid changed. I was prepared for them to tell me I needed a new battery, since mine is original at 5 1/2 years. Strange thing is when I brought the car in, the service writer pushed the ignition button once so he could see the mileage, but left it that way. After about 10 minutes, the car jockey came to take the car away and it was dead. Hell of a way to test the battery. So, I had them replace it.
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How often do you put on your emergency/parking brake?
normkol replied to flymore's topic in Brakes, Chassis & Suspension
Only when I need to, on a hill pointing up or down. On my first new car, 1972 Toyota Corona with 4 speed, I used it all the time because of the manual tranny. It eventually stretched the cable. Ever since then, I hesitate to overuse the emergency brake. -
Ford edge issues - Android screen not working
normkol replied to FlexyG's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
Wrong forum. Try one of the technical forums for your questions. -
Missing Cabin Air Filter Screws
normkol replied to Correy's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
Without getting under the dashboard, I do recall that the cover snaps into place securely. I just don't see the need for the screws. Every year when I change the filter, I debate putting the screws back in, but I always do. -
Missing Cabin Air Filter Screws
normkol replied to Correy's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
I've never seen the need for those screws. I understand the OP says his tabs are broken, maybe he should get a new cover. I feel the tabs alone are sufficient. My wife has a Honda and my daughter has a Toyota. Both use a similar cover with tabs, but no screws. This is one time I think Ford over-engineered the design. -
Changing destination while driving
normkol replied to F4Gary's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
Try doing it by voice command. -
Bluetooth not connecting
normkol replied to Starting to hate this car's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
Not relevant to the current issue, but I recently was upgraded to Android 11 on my Samsung Note 20 5G. -
That was the reason the salesman gave for the $200 charge. It takes time to "leak" all the air out of the tires before they fill them with nitrogen. There were other add on's my wife let them add, about $1000 worth. I got them all taken off except the nitrogen, they wouldn't budge on that.
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Only 20 or so cars on the lot
normkol replied to circatee's topic in Dealership & Vendor Experiences
All this talk about installing the "chips" is a misnomer, I believe. The chips are part of assemblies, circuit boards, etc. It's not just a case of plugging in a chip. I wonder if the cars can be driven without the missing chips. If not, handling them would be a royal pain. -
When my wife bought her Honda Odyssey in 2016, dealer charged $200 for nitrogen fill. I wasn't with her, and she paid it. The last time she buys a car by herself.
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I have the 2016 Edge SEL bought new. It has been very reliable. The only repair done was the APIM, which is the computer controlling SYNC. Otherwise, it's been a great car. Take it back where you bought it, 5 days is too short a time to start having problems on an expensive car like this.
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I just had the RDU fluid changed at Firestone yesterday, part of my annual maintenance. I only drove 4k miles last year, so I use synthetic oil and change it once a year. Currently have 36k miles on the car. They charged $112 for the RDU. Funny how they billed it, $56 for fluid and $56 labor. Yeah, one pint of gear oil is $56, in what world? They wouldn't do the PTU, claimed it needed a "special Ford tool". I think they just didn't want to do it.
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I called today to make an appointment to get this done. They said the parts are on national backorder, and they figure at least a couple of months. Considering we were originally notified last August, what the heck is taking so long? I know the pandemic screwed up a lot of manufacturing but 10 months is a long time.
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I got the notice on Monday that parts are now available and we can get our cars serviced. Does anyone have access to Ford's procedure for the dealers, as to what will be covered under the recall? I don't want to have the dealer trying to charge me for the brake fluid flush that I assume is part of the procedure.
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Wireless charger interference
normkol replied to thesavo's topic in Alarms, Keyless Entry, Locks & Remote Start
My Samsung wireless charger interferes with my Citizen atomic watch. It never gets the signal if I leave it near my charging phone at night. No phone, it gets the signal fine. -
For those rusty pipes. ?
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1986 Taurus 1993 Sable sedan 1993 Sable wagon 2001 Mazda Tribute (Escape) 2010 Mariner 2016 Edge
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Motorcraft Wiper Blades
normkol replied to normkol's topic in Glass, Lenses, Lighting, Mirrors, Sunroof (BAMR), Wipers
I agree, they often aren't. In this case, they are. -
Motorcraft Wiper Blades
normkol replied to normkol's topic in Glass, Lenses, Lighting, Mirrors, Sunroof (BAMR), Wipers
I understand now why there are different numbers for left and right. Rock Auto is much cheaper than Amazon on these, about $7 each. So, even with shipping, it is a better deal. I try to buy automotive parts from automotive parts dealers, other products also from their specialty dealers. I'm afraid of a world where Amazon becomes the only place to go to.
