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New PowerUp version, nice changes
MLTEdge replied to MLTEdge's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
Follow up, only days later a newer version has downloaded. Within days they enabled public wifi so you can use the apps, games and get powerup updates from more locations. Still no phone charging indicator... -
Auto stores/Amazon sell thin 3m double stick tape so you don't have to damage car body with glues. Probably same stuff it was applied with. Might want to take a heat gun, get entire protector off, clean up all surfaces, reapply.
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You may like paper manuals (which you could print or have a printshop do and bind for you) once you download the PDF manual to your phone tablet or computer it is so much easier. Ctrl F or a search button brings up "search" type anything you need such as "gas" or "towing" and you'll get links to find every spot in the manual that finds that word. Super quick to find exactly what you are looking for. I download a PDF for everything we own, refrig, dishwasher, tv..... All right there in a "Manuals" folder in the cloud (Dropbox, iCloud, OneDrive... Your choice) instead of piled up in an overstuffed drawer. Can get to from any device.
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recently the latest version downloaded to my car. Got to say it is great they are staying current and still fixing and improving a car they are discontinuing. Look is better, functionality slightly improved, and they finally listened and made the heated seat button work properly. Only thing bad was they removed phone battery charge remaining indicator. Since didn't ever show battery charging or not, wasn't really important. Knowing phone was charging was way more important. Maybe they'll put back in and make it work properly in a future update.
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The ST is an excellent car and a great value for what it includes compared to European. Enjoy.
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If you don't do body work, there is a product called Bullet. It's like a paint only very thick and interacts with rust to form a strong bond and stop further decay. Be sure to follow instructions and do both sides, not just visable side.
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Questions about brakes on a 2020 ST
MLTEdge replied to gwbmcse's topic in Brakes, Chassis & Suspension
On modern cars with moderate use brakes can go well over 100k. Particularly if you down shift to assist hard braking such as going down steep inclines. I've traded in cars with 140k miles still with usable pads. -
Have you done or looked into getting an alignment and inspection? Poor tire wear I believe generally starts there.
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number pad on door - can it be added?
MLTEdge replied to Bravo19's topic in Alarms, Keyless Entry, Locks & Remote Start
Ok, just got to ask. I've had 2 edges both with this system and have never used them. Touch the door handle, yes key in my pocket, and it unlocks. No key, use the phone app. What's the big need i'm missing? -
My Edge has a long wat to go, and there will be countless options available by then, and yes, we will be forced away from combustion. My main concern is getting next generation EV such as Solid State or possibly Hydrogen. Not interested at all in current Lithium as too expensive, too long to charge, and too short a range, capacity drops over time, and too few chargers out there compared to growing EV purchases. If you ever have the need to tow, good luck finding a charger you can pull into with your trailer attached. Since Toyota leading currently in Solid State, may switch back to them. Never had any issues with our Toyotas. Still feel Hybrid better, our Priuses went well over 100,000 with zero issues and over 51 mpg. Retail much more affordable than Lithium too. Love my Edge but the new Prius is gorgeous and finally has some HP. They hold a lot, one time a fit an outdoor lounge chair in it and the tail gate still closed.
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Thought I'd update my previous post now that engine broken in. 87 Octane, air conditioner on, doing 40 percent high speed driving, rest is slow on twisty roads with mixed sport mode and/or paddle shifting (currently in WNC). Getting avg 25 mpg according to onboard computer. Hwy driving alone cruise set to 78 mph get 28 mpg
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2018 Ford Edge 3.5L - idle is not so smooth
MLTEdge replied to bhamraS97's topic in Cargo, Hauling, Roof Racks & Towing
While I have the newer v6, a lot of people here say burn only 91octane. I use 87 and it runs perfect. I towed once or twice and did use 91 for that, but otherwise the car runs perfect on 87. My manual says designed to burn 87 octane, no lower, but "recommended" is 91. I understand 91 better under harsh conditions, but otherwise it seems not needed. Conspiracy people will tell you the oil companies get them to raise the recommended octane, others just because it may ignite more controllably, but fact is manual says engine designed to burn 87 octane. That may be why it runs better -
Newbie question on Edge Sync 4
MLTEdge replied to gman62's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
Interesting. Wonder if after the free trial if it still updates maps or is stuck on last one downloaded. I do like it for general around town or short distances, but as others have indicated, I use Google maps mostly which doesn't stop working when cell towers lost intermittently. Guessing would be an issue if lost for 100 miles or so if not predownloaded. I have noticed if I use Google maps to look at trip planned before getting in car it asks if I want to download maps for route. -
You are not alone. Mine has been stuck on 22-2204. The Ford app shows my last activity was 10-7-22. My "Auto Update" however is on, wasn't prior to this version. Haven't been to dealer yet... they want the car all day, no loaner, and they are 1 hour away.
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JB Weld might hold it in. You mention you got a screw in there, so assuming still a hole not a broken bottom piece of the bolt. Maybe just thread it, and locktite a stronger bolt? You should definitely consult with a mechanic or custom car fabricator before making problem possibly worse.
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That must be one loaded ST. I bought mine Dec 2021 new, Only options NOT on it were larger brakes, Tech package/sunroof. Total MSRP was $45,240 and sold it to me for around $42,000 and got 5 year zero financing. Also matched my Carvana price which was more than I paid for my trade in. I know it's a year later, no more zero financing, but this was right in the middle of no cars on lots and most dealers adding crazy markup prices. Car dealers finally are getting inventory and reports are their sales are really slowing. Find a new dealer. PS Yea, velour seats with leather bolsters are the in thing now. A lot of cars have them. My last car had them too and it was the top of the line. The Car play issue isn't just Edge, it's a known issue across all platforms, AA also is hit and miss, but mine is finally working good after multiple updates from Google. Aure it will break again with the new Coolwalk interface coming out.
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My son has the new 2022 Tuscan. Very nice. Side by side the Edge is slightly bigger, length and I believe width. He feels my edge is better ride, quieter, and more comfortable for longer rides. Certainly he prefers my ST for power. Both are very nice cars and have similar safety features.
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I've noticed these seats do get hotter and heat faster than most cars I've owned. Lowest setting can feel warm when ambient is 60-70 degrees, but higher settings need to be turned down unless its real cold outside and car interior not up to a comfortable temp. Certainly the higher settings are not meant to be left on after interior warms up, more so when car left outside overnight and you're climbing into a 30-40 degree interior. Seat gets warmed faster than car heater warms up, thank goodness.
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2021 Edge ST and Apple car play
MLTEdge replied to JeffB1062's topic in Audio, Backup, Navigation & SYNC
1st place to check is another USB cable. Most of the time lost connection comes from poor/cheap or old cable. If you're talking wireless connection, lots of issues with both android and apple. I've seen phones connect perfect, then if cable wiggles, connection lost. You can try also to delete pairing on phone and car and start over. -
Are you saying that my 2021 ST with memory seats can be programed to tip the mirrors when placed in reverse? How? I searched settings and don't see this option. Did find easy entry to have driver seat go back and forth.
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Unless I am mistaken, most states, if not all, require trailer lights to not just light the license plate, but brakes and turn signals must be operative too.
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Use to use wireless. Comes on 2021standard. Stopped using it as long drives kills battery real fast, particularly if playing music with GPS active. Also gets confusing when wife gets in car and we need to change phone that is mirroring. So simple solution was to go backwards and just plug the phone we want to mirror to car in the USB since it needs to stay charged anyway. Wifi works great on short drives and getting in and out around town, but that is about it. Had lots of intermittent drop connections too, but that may have been improved.
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Help with center console, please!
MLTEdge replied to KeithsKelly's topic in Interior, A.C., Heat, Interior Trim
The 22 has the door??? On my 2021 they removed it... And I thought I'd miss it, but don't since I keep so many USB cords in there. -
Had a vette that did same thing. Dealer told me it was to protect tranny and engine. Some people were trying to floor it and shift at the same time, and could cause over revs particularly if they accidently went to neutral, car could actually get over red line briefly. Think they got tired of replacing blown engines,. Saw one in shop guy had reprogrammed so it would, and they were waiting for him to write a check for around $10k (and this was over 15 years ago) for factory new engine/tranny as they voided his warranty. Interestingly he had removed the chip before towing it in, but the history stored in the car ratted him out.
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If the car won't function safely, ask for a loaner until fixed.
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