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According to PP product data sheet "Meets Ford WSS M2C930-A (5W-20)" & according to their Specifications "meets or exceeds warranty requirements for gasoline and diesel engines" Valvoline SynPower - "SAE 5W-20: Exceeds all car and light truck manufacturers' warranty requirements for the protection of gasoline, diesel and turbocharged engines where an API SM, SL, or CF oil is recommended. Exceeds European ACEA A1 and all requirements of ILSAC GF-3 and GF-4 for API Gasoline Engine Oils and meets Energy Conserving Standards." & their data sheet claims that Ford WSS-M2C930-A is meet with their 0W-20 & 5W-20 SynPower Oils Mobil 1 EP - "Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-20 meets or exceeds the requirements of the following industry approvals: ILSAC GF-4 ACEA A1/B1-04 API SM/SL/SJ" & "Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5W-20 is suitable for use with for gasoline and turbo-charged engines in the following applications: Ford WSS-M2C925-A Ford WSS-M2C930-A Chrysler MS-6395" Amsol - "AMSOIL Extended Life “XL” Synthetic Motor Oils exceed the current performance requirements for gasoline engines and deliver exceptional performance by controlling wear and maximizing fuel economy." & claims their XLM 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil meets: API SM/CF, SL, SJ ... ILSAC GF-4, 3 ... ACEA A1/B1 JASO VTW GM 6094M Ford WSS-M2C930-A Daimler Chrysler MS-6395N Hence, bbf2530, you bring up an excellent point/question. It is confusing that their specs claims to meet and exceed but the data sheet claims to meet/suitable for use for the "following applications." Once again thanks for the input... This thread has been very informative and helpful

Please explain. From my understanding Amsoil, M1, PP, QS, Valvoline, etc... all meet or exceed Ford's specs. My goal is to protect the engine from cold starts, normal drive [city/hwy], towing, etc while following the recommended 7,500 mi oil & filter change. I see that the Motorcraft Blend is fairly ranked [or at least in the study from Amsoil site] however from reading most posts here some say I would be fine with it as long as I meet/follow Ford's guidelines w/ an 7,500 mi oil & filter change under normal use or Special Operating Conditions: 5,000 miles, 6 months, or 200 hours of engine operation . Blend could be anything from 2% synthetic to 70%+ synthetic. So what data/aspects should I look for? How will I know if Motorcraft's blend will offer me the protection I am looking for? Its simple to say trust in Ford's engineers [which I do to an extent] However, why did they change the oil filter on the late 2009 early 2010 from fl400s to fl500s [was it a flaw in their design]? The engine is the same the oil is the same so why the change? My reason for looking towards "full synthetics" is due to their claim of protection and ability to last for an "extended" period of time. Even though, I will be performing an 7,500 mi routine change, I would like to know that if my conditions change from optimal to "Special operating conditions" I will be protected. Now I am aware that I could just decide to stick with the MotorCraft and do my oil changes at 5,000 mi [which is not entirely that bad of an option] [Note: I have learned tons form your posts as well as bbf2530, ClubwagonXLT, & many others. I am simply looking for the "best" method to take care of the vehicle. Moreover, I am sure the Ford engineers know what they are talking about, yet they do not make the oil nor the filters. These items are from external sources w/ a Motorcraft logo, hence, its what Ford will base their studies off of. If they were supplied PP, M1, Amsoil etc then those oils would probably have a Motorcraft logo as well. My point being, I would like to offer the most protection w/o having to spend a ton on over priced oils or extra change intervals.] I look forward to your insight as well as everyone else insight. Thanks

For those who are interested check out this link..... http://www.amsoil.com/comparison/motor-oil.aspx Of course Amsoil will get top ranks (juts by looking at the link its obvious) however the charts are good in comparing Motorcraft SynBlend, Valvoline, Pennz, M1 Extended & Quaker State and others. Hope this helps.

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you should have received the log, manual, key fobs, floor mats, remote start [if equipped], xm guide, & sync quick sheets. I would go back to the dealer and let them know you didn't receive the maintenance log. Also FYI you download a pdf version of it and your manual at https://www.fleet.ford.com/maintenance/owners_manuals/default.asp

The 2010 is built with an internal GPS device, however I do not know if we can track our trips or located our vehicle as of yet. Maybe something later on such as an update. Also I am not too sure, but if you are trying to locate a vehicle (such as in a theft) the vehicle probably would have to be on in order for you to track it. If the car is parked an off not sure it would help.

THANKS for the explanations. That clears things up. Also, I do understand that its best to take chrome wheels off during the winter, yet we have a Lexus with chrome wheels and never had a problem and never switched during the winter months. So far everything is fine and we had it for 7 years now. All we have done was applied chrome polish & protectant and so far so good.

BBF thanks for your reply. As of now there is nothing physically wrong with the wheels. Just a bit disturbed considering the sales person described them as actual chrome rims which had a special treatment which will protect them during the winter months. I never thought I should peal the protective plastic film which was covering the wheels off and inspect them. As far as an aftermarket part which is recalled I am not to sure that is entirely correct (however I could be wrong as well) When I look at the description of part #1007a its weight is 34 lbs and for $752.78 and the image listed appears to be pointing to the wheel

My wife an I just bought an 2010 Edge Limited. A couple of days after we noticed that the rims are plastic. We were under the impression that they were actual chrome. Should have searched this forum first. Can you explain how I can replace them under warranty? We went back to the dealer and didn't receive much help. Will the replacement be actual chrome or will they be another "chrome clad" wheel. Also these wheels are recalled according to Ford's online part catalogue. See this link http://www.fordparts.com/Commerce/PartDeta...amp;search=true