enigma-2 Posted October 7, 2025 Report Share Posted October 7, 2025 (A whole new exhaust???? ABS control module????) Yeaaaaa, I'd definitely get a 2nd opinion. Seems like a lot (too much) to fail for a car of that age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon123 Posted October 7, 2025 Report Share Posted October 7, 2025 22 minutes ago, enigma-2 said: (A whole new exhaust???? ABS control module????) Yeaaaaa, I'd definitely get a 2nd opinion. Seems like a lot (too much) to fail for a car of that age. the abs already got done it now needs and exhaust and other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyorlando Posted October 10, 2025 Report Share Posted October 10, 2025 (edited) Having just hit the 100k mile mark on my 2017 Sport, I am working through some recommended maintenance items. First - Spark plugs - while at the dealer for separate small issue with a wheel bearing, I inquired about some of these items. The spark plugs where quoted at $549, which includes 2.5 hrs labor + the 6 plugs. I also called two other major shops and they all landed on the same number of hours, but a slightly different rate. Still spark plugs would have been close to the $500 mark. Second - transmission flush quoted at $249. Third - Brake fluid flush $225 Fourth - serpentine belt $260 Of these items I figured let's look at the ones that I may be able to do. First on the list was spark plugs. I looked up and ordered what the book called for which are the Motorcraft SP594. As recommended in nother forums I stuck with the OEM rather than messing with changing something. After looking at some videos which were not easy to find for the edge sport 2.7 l, I figured I could do this having worked on many cars and motorcycles over the years. To keep the story short, while the book calls while the book calls for an experienced ASE mechanic to do this in 2.5 hrs. I'm sure that an experienced mechanic does this in under 1 hour since it only took me just under 2hrs ( with interruptions) - while I had to study everything that had to be done and had a small issue I had to resolve with a plastic connection, I'm just a hobbyist mechanic and have never worked on this engine. If I had to do this job again, I am sure I can do it in well less than an hour and a half - imagine an experienced mechanic. I know that they have to make money, but this is a huge gap in what it takes an experienced mechanic to do and charge book hours, versus somebody who's never done it before. So basically if somebody that has some mechanical experience is willing to tackle this, it's definitely very doable in 2 hrs or less with just some slight patience. Attached is a picture of what my spark plugs look like at 103k miles. And I say 103k because I assume that they were not changed since I didn't see anything specific in the car maintenance background to indicate they were done any earlier. I've owned the vehicle since 60k miles. I'll be taking the vehicle in somewhere (not the stealer) to have the two flush services done because that's definitely something I don't want to do. I'll then tackle the serpentine belt. Edited October 10, 2025 by Sunnyorlando updated w/better pic 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabangsta Posted October 10, 2025 Report Share Posted October 10, 2025 While the tips are in shadows, they look to be burning correctly, the tips worn round, and the end of the ground strap eroded, so certainly time to get it done. I did mine earlier just to get it done during a good time to work, between long drives, weather cooperating, etc. I did mine at 82k, a little erosion on the ground strap, but the precious metal tip was still square, could have gone much much longer, but for how cheap it was to do, if I pull them I replace them. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunnyorlando Posted October 10, 2025 Report Share Posted October 10, 2025 1 hour ago, dabangsta said: While the tips are in shadows, they look to be burning correctly, the tips worn round, and the end of the ground strap eroded, so certainly time to get it done. I did mine earlier just to get it done during a good time to work, between long drives, weather cooperating, etc. I did mine at 82k, a little erosion on the ground strap, but the precious metal tip was still square, could have gone much much longer, but for how cheap it was to do, if I pull them I replace them. Thanks for the feedback. I updated the pics with a bit better one where the tips can be seen better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldandintheway Posted October 10, 2025 Report Share Posted October 10, 2025 (edited) Well done! I just bought a 2020 Edge ST with 77k and one of the first things did was an Unleashed tune and 1-step colder Ruthenium plugs. I was a car/motorcycle mechanic in the Stone Age so it wasn’t terrible, but the rear three kinda sucked haha. One of the threaded inserts on the rear coils came out with the bolt. A bit of JB Weld hopefully keeps it in place for now. I need to do all the fluids next. Still doing my research. Edited October 10, 2025 by Oldandintheway Add photo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted October 13, 2025 Report Share Posted October 13, 2025 (edited) "Second - transmission flush quoted at $249. Third - Brake fluid flush $225 Fourth - serpentine belt $260" For reference, local Ford dealer near me charges $399.95 for transmission service (basically fluid exchange) & $299.95 for brake fluid exchange. (Which is the reason that I found a private mechanic to service my car with. Only uses OEM parts and checks everything before returning the car to me.) BTW, which engine do you have (that needs a new serpentine belt.) . Edited October 13, 2025 by enigma-2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TourGuide Posted November 2, 2025 Report Share Posted November 2, 2025 I ran a can of BG44K cleaner through a few weeks ago. I gained ~2 mpg from this I believe after looking at the mileage. I am pretty sure this edge had never had the injector cleaner treatment before this. So if you have an edge with more than 60K and have never had it done - I would say it is worth it. I also switched at the last oil change to Valvoline restore and protect. I have had good results with my wife's escape on this oil - so I will see how it does in the Edge. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1004ron Posted November 2, 2025 Report Share Posted November 2, 2025 On 10/10/2025 at 12:58 PM, Sunnyorlando said: Having just hit the 100k mile mark on my 2017 Sport, Fourth - serpentine belt $260 I'll then tackle the serpentine belt. On 10/12/2025 at 9:44 PM, enigma-2 said: BTW, which engine do you have (that needs a new serpentine belt.) His would be the 2.7L V6 Twin Turbo. I did my serpentine belt kit (belt, idler and tensioner) at 103K miles and would say that 100K miles is a good interval for this. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrinzII Posted November 15, 2025 Report Share Posted November 15, 2025 Got the replacement console plastic for my 2018 SEL. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted November 17, 2025 Report Share Posted November 17, 2025 (edited) (deleted) Edited November 17, 2025 by enigma-2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon123 Posted December 2, 2025 Report Share Posted December 2, 2025 Good news, keeping the edge. Got it fixed cheap, probably gonna fall apart in a few years but hopefully get me through college. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blk22Edge Posted December 2, 2025 Report Share Posted December 2, 2025 9 hours ago, Brandon123 said: Good news, keeping the edge. Got it fixed cheap, probably gonna fall apart in a few years but hopefully get me through college. They're good cars! My son turns 16 in a couple of years and I'm hoping to have mine still. It would make a great first car for him and hopefully get him through college, too! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon123 Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 Brakes fell apart last week and cost $1100 to repair, my front speakers are busted, I need a bumper and radiator. Fun times w the edge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabangsta Posted February 8 Report Share Posted February 8 (edited) 5 hours ago, Brandon123 said: Brakes fell apart last week and cost $1100 to repair, my front speakers are busted, I need a bumper and radiator. Fun times w the edge While I know that is close to the quotes from brake places, I squirm every time I see that price, after having done my own (and upgrading to the larger AWD brakes for my FWD vehicle) for...$388 (4 coated premium rotors, all pads, all bushings, 2 larger front caliper mounts). $280 without the caliper mounts. Probably didn't have any more required waiting until they were dead, should replace rotors anyways. Edited February 8 by dabangsta who replaces 3 rotors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lildisco Posted February 9 Report Share Posted February 9 Just ordered front pads & rotors for our 2016 2.0L FWD. Centric high carbon coated rotors & centric posi quiet ceramic pads from Rock Auto for $185 shipped. Most places wanted $93 a rotor. They ~9 years old, so I'm sure that they're due for replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1004ron Posted February 9 Report Share Posted February 9 32 minutes ago, lildisco said: Just ordered front pads & rotors for our 2016 2.0L FWD. Centric high carbon coated rotors & centric posi quiet ceramic pads from Rock Auto for $185 shipped. Most places wanted $93 a rotor. They ~9 years old, so I'm sure that they're due for replacement. I had that exact combination on the front, and I'm still happy with the rotors but would strongly advise against the pads. My pads de-laminated and a web search indicates that its a typical problem with those pads - also bought from RockAuto. See the last post in the below thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lildisco Posted February 9 Report Share Posted February 9 I believe that I have them on my 2020 without issue, but I have the Centric Premium Blanks on that one. I was looking at the weather protection mainly as the northern salt & brine are always a factor. I believe that I had the power stop z23's on there before, but they also put out dust, just way more manageable. What do you recommend? Luckily the pads are the cheapest part of this whole process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1004ron Posted February 9 Report Share Posted February 9 I have moved my vehicles to Akebono - good grip and very low dust, or could say no dust. Right now I've got the best Autozone carries because I found the issue during my CV axle replacement. On my BMW K1600 motorcycle I use EBC - they're the best for the bike but make a lot of dust. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lildisco Posted February 9 Report Share Posted February 9 I had EBC's on my focus years ago, geez 20 years ago at this point 🙃, & I wasn't too impressed with them. I found Centric when I did the SVT brake conversion & have been loyal ever since. When I converted back to stock before selling the focus, I missed a driveway entrance as I was so used to bigger brakes of the SVT conversion. I really miss that car sometimes, but it was never engineered to last through northern winters 😢 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted April 16 Report Share Posted April 16 Changed the cabin air filter and engine air filter today. Old ones had been in for almost exactly 2 years. (Thats 16 years, in car years..... ) Took around 4 minutes for the cabin air filter, and around 10 minutes for the engine air filter. Had a hell of a time getting the air box clips back on. Became a test of willpower. Almost had the back clip on and it decided to pop off and fall under the car where I couldn't reach it easily. Finally retrieved it with a grabber and we had a long talk about why it shouldn't do that using boot camp language. It still resisted until I got a pair of large plyers and humiliated it. ... snort. Finished up by printing labels with the date and sticking on filter covers (cause I can't remember shit about when I do maintenance.) [ filter changed. ] [ 04/16/2026. ] 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon123 Posted May 24 Report Share Posted May 24 Well guys this might be the end of my edge. The power steering doesn't work at low rpms, and it grinds, clanks, squeaks, and lunches when driving from a stop. It is leaking oil and and i believe it has transmission issues. She has been a great car for me but I just cant justify putting more money into it. I dont think I will be getting a nother ford edge so im sad to no longer be a ford edge owner or part of the community. Hope yalls ford edges last long and drive well. Fairwell. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edjunior Posted May 25 Report Share Posted May 25 How many miles on your Edge? Sorry to hear of all the problems. Did you get it new, or used? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
22CarbGrayElite Posted June 13 Report Share Posted June 13 (edited) I will sum up the last couple of weeks here… - Ordered a K&N cabin filter for it direct from K&N and installed that - Managed to lose a key fob and was able to find a new OEM Ford fob with the emergency key for $80 on eBay. Whipped out my Launch x431 IMMO Elite and after some updating and downloading, was able to delete all keys and reprogram my one fob and get the new one programmed. Took the E-key to the Ford dealership to cut it. $27 later, I am whole again. - From Rock Auto, I ordered Motorcraft plugs and coil pack boots, a dozen oil filters, a turbo oil supply line, and PCV hose to have as a spare (catch can plans in motion). Installed the plugs and boots, easy peasy. The supply line will go in eventually as I ordered it to see how the filter was set up and supposed to look. For $40, it was worth it. - From eBay, I ordered the engine cover and required hardware, a hood insulator, an owner’s manual, and the Ford dual horn used on the 15-18 Edge. Installed all of that yesterday, still waiting on the manual. - PTU and diff fluids are done. Got a couple more maintenance related things to take care of and then I can get to the fun stuff. On deck is window tint and all weather floor mats. Contemplating an ST style grill from eBay because they come with camera provisions and no ST badge. I have thought about getting an OEM ford grill, but it will say ST on it and since I don’t have an ST, I didn’t want to drive around pretending. I am open to opinions on this. Edited June 13 by 22CarbGrayElite Spelling and added info I forgot 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon123 Posted June 13 Report Share Posted June 13 On 5/24/2026 at 9:10 PM, edjunior said: How many miles on your Edge? Sorry to hear of all the problems. Did you get it new, or used? 110000 used Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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