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Don't count me in on being a good input on a proper coolant flush. But this seems like a good opportunity to take it to Jiffy Lube and have them do it for you. I never use Jiffy lube for anything, but they seem to be on their game when it comes to this. Years ago, they did a coolant flush on my wife's Mazda 626 and it was well worth the money. Or take it to the dealer and hope they do it right?

My Dad is 84 years old, and he is a phone zombie. He constantly complains about how his phone screen is too small to see everything. I told him that's because the screen is so small you are limited to what you can see and explained to him the whole reason apps were developed; so people could replace their lives for their phones. He agreed and we had a good laugh. I showed him how much more screen you get by using a laptop for internet browsing etc. He could not believe the difference. Apps were designed for phones; Nothing better than getting the full benefits by using what works best. Other than this forum, I am not a social media zombie. But I am glad to have this forum to get valuable information, All the pop ups suck, but I got used to them.

Use it on a laptop or desktop and things are just fine. Phone screens are way too small for anything other than texting.

But is it ok? You are noticing a loss of horsepower due to running low octane fuel. I get it. But if the engine is telling you "Run low octane get low performance" why is it even an option. To save a few bucks? Maybe worth it on a standard edge. But on an ST maybe better to run the best. Not much discussion on using 89 and meeting half way. ???

When I bought the vehicle, I planned on using premium fuel. Mainly because it is turbocharged (two turbos!) and is considered a performance vehicle. I have heard on more than one occasion that people notice a difference in performance when they use a lower octane fuel. That is because the knock sensor detects excessive knock and adjusts the timing, fuel injection duration etc. to protect the engine from damage. Most people might not even hear it or know it is happening. That should be enough for anyone. Of course, at the time I had no idea I would be paying 6 bucks a gallon for gas! Saving a few bucks likely not worth it in the long run.

I know there are a few previous threads on this topic. I bought my ST brand new and run 91 octane. My thinking is most all performance vehicles require high octane for best performance and to minimize the chance of engine knock, which over time can cause damage. My owner's manual states that my vehicle is designed to run on 87, but....... I have never tried 87 and never intend to. But if I drove the car conservatively it should be ok? Gas is getting very expensive here in California!

2008. Killer miles? What's not to be proud of?

He's not that smart. Great video though. It's nothing more than common sense. Run good quality products for maximum life. You can't go wrong with OEM for sure. If anyone out there wants to be a dummy and go cheap, go ahead. Walmart oil? Cmon. There is a reason the good stuff cost more. Sure, some of it might be the name. But there is a reason. They are called influencers for a reason. They influence us in to doing stupid things.

Not trying to get off track with this thread, but how often should I change my battery? I have a 2024 Edge (manufactured 08/23). Also is this something I can do without taking it to a dealer. I am pretty mechanical and can do it no problem but is there anything I should know. Thanks

The surround sound is amazing! Toggle between stereo and surround and you will realize what a difference it makes.

crazyhorse, it seems like there is always something different or inconsistent about the PTU units over the years. Possibly some mid-production changes. Adding liquid cooling, high torque PTU units on the ST, different vendors etc. might be some of the changes that cause so much "PTU confusion". My PTU on my 2024 ST has a cooler and no drain plug. All I can tell you is that if your PTU has a drain plug, you are one of the lucky ones. I have to remove the nuts retaining the cooler and pop the cooler out about 1/2 inch to drain my PTU. Yours should be easy.

fh4ever, when I realized that something wasn't right, I went to a local Ford dealership. Apparently, they discontinued it on the 2021. He had one in stock which I was amazed. I bought it and it came with all the retaining clips. I actually installed in the parking lot at the dealership. Took all of 5 minutes! Looks so much better. I too felt that along with better sound absorption it would protect hood paint from heat. Sad that Ford would discontinue standard parts before they continued production of the vehicle. Shame on Ford.😒

My 2021 ST did not come with an engine cover or a hood insulator blanket. Looked kind of funny with both of them missing. I did not buy the engine cover but I did buy the hood insulator blanket and installed it myself. It came with the attachment clips and looks so much better. Not sure how much it helps with noise. Never followed up on the engine cover but it does look like a cover from an earlier year will work

The shuddering should definitely not be there. I know that Ford has had a lot of issues with the transmission control module on the Edge ST and even offers out of warranty coverage. Mabey applies to the 2.0 as well.

Mine calls for 75-85. Also I noticed the PTU on the ST is called a high torque PTUSpecifications - Power Transfer Unit - 2.7L EcoBoost - 2022-2024 Edge.pdfSpecifications - Power Transfer Unit - 2.7L EcoBoost - 2022-2024 Edge.pdfSpecifications - Power Transfer Unit - 2.7L EcoBoost - 2022-2024 Edge.pdf, although they look the same.