billd Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Just got my wife a 2008 Edge Limited this weekend. She is loving the Edge so far, but what distracts her at night is the blue blining light from above the rear view mirror. It looks like the blue tooth antenna, cause there is also a call button on it. I was thinking that light should go out after a while but it does not. Any ideas why it blinks forever? Thanks Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Just got my wife a 2008 Edge Limited this weekend. She is loving the Edge so far, but what distracts her at night is the blue blining light from above the rear view mirror. It looks like the blue tooth antenna, cause there is also a call button on it. I was thinking that light should go out after a while but it does not. Any ideas why it blinks forever? Thanks Bill Can you get a picture? I don't recall anything like that on our 08 Limited, especially the CALL button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex Talionis Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 huh??? are we talking about the Edge? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 huh??? are we talking about the Edge? Actually sounds like OnStar - maybe it's a GM product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted October 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 No it is an Edge. Here is a couple of pictures of the antenna and light that blinks. http://www.fordedgeforum.com/index.php?aut...si&img=1063 http://www.fordedgeforum.com/index.php?aut...si&img=1062 Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex Talionis Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Dude, I have no idea WTF that is.. not on my Limited, or any others I test drove or have seen, or reference in any manual or Ford spec site I've seen.. that thing is not stock whatever it is.. Is this Edge new or used? The photo makes it look like some sort of 'feature' someone else added. Have you actually pressed that button? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 (edited) No it is an Edge. Here is a couple of pictures of the antenna and light that blinks. Bill EDIT - I was replying at the same time as Lex, so I did not see his reply above. But as you can see by my post, we both seem to have arrived at the same conclusion. Hi Bill. :D Are you sure that is not some sort of aftermarket add-on? I do not recall seeing that on a factory vehicle. Of course, I could be mistaken, but it just looks added on and does not look like a factory installed item. Good luck. :beerchug: Edited October 28, 2008 by bbf2530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 Definitely not a Ford thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted October 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 EDIT - I was replying at the same time as Lex, so I did not see his reply above. But as you can see by my post, we both seem to have arrived at the same conclusion. Hi Bill. :D Are you sure that is not some sort of aftermarket add-on? I do not recall seeing that on a factory vehicle. Of course, I could be mistaken, but it just looks added on and does not look like a factory installed item. Good luck. :beerchug: The Edge had 27 miles on it when the wife drove it off the lot. I have a call into the dealer. One thing that came to mind is it could be the dealers lot alarm system that they forgot to take off. I have pressed the call button and nothing happens. As soon as I find out what it is I will let everyone know. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex Talionis Posted October 28, 2008 Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 look on the backside of it... is there a manufacturers name or any markings? do you have the Homelink garage door openers built into your visor? do you have any after-market stereo head unit/equipment? there is definitely more to this story than we have... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted October 28, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2008 look on the backside of it... is there a manufacturers name or any markings? do you have the Homelink garage door openers built into your visor? do you have any after-market stereo head unit/equipment? there is definitely more to this story than we have... No Aftermarket stereo's Factory Navigation installed, Homlink on the visor. The device is stuck hard the the windshield, so I cant get it off to check for a manufacturer. Still havent heard from the dealer yet. It is 2008 Edge Limited AWd Seating Flexibility Package Premium Package Sync Voice Activated system Class II Trailer Tow Package Panoramic Vista Roof Navigation System Power Lift Gate Rear Cargo Management Sirius Sat Radio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted October 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 [Talked to the dealer last night. The antenna is for the alarm. The blue light is for alarm activity. So they dont drill a hole in the dash anymore for the activity light. Need to go get the manual and have the alarm checked. Most alarms I have had in cars, the light goes out when disarmed. This one keeps flashing. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 (edited) [Talked to the dealer last night. The antenna is for the alarm. The blue light is for alarm activity. So they dont drill a hole in the dash anymore for the activity light. Need to go get the manual and have the alarm checked. Most alarms I have had in cars, the light goes out when disarmed. This one keeps flashing. Bill Hi Bill. :D If that is for the alarm system, then you have an "aftermarket" alarm system (non-factory) installed in your Edge. The Dealer must have installed it, or had it installed by a outside installer. The Ford "Factory" alarm system is not set up like that. Unfortunately, the Edge's Owners Manual will not provide any information concerning your alarm system in this case. If it is not already in the literature provided to you when you purchased the Edge, you will need to ask the Dealer for the Manual provided by whoever manufactures the alarm system. I am curious as to who the Manufacturer actually is. Keep us updated. Good luck. :beerchug: Edited October 29, 2008 by bbf2530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex Talionis Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 why the heck would they even do this? The Edge has a system. did you see extra cost on your invoice for this hack? do you have another key FOB for it? what happens when you use your key FOB to do things like panic alarm? if pressing the button does nothing, what exactly does it do & did you pay for? have you tried sitting in the car, locking it, and opening the doors to see what happens? btw, if you got a step stool and looked through the windshield glass at the backside of the device, you might see a manufacturer label/embossed stamp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 (edited) Hi all. :D Actually (and just as a side note) according to all information I have ever seen, the Edge does not come with an alarm system from the factory. What the Edge does come with as standard equipment is the "SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System". This consists of a transponder chip embedded in the IKT key/keyfobs fobs. This system works as an engine immobilizer if anyone should try to start the car without the properly coded key. This SecuriLock system is completely passive and gives no alarm, signal or horn honks. It arms automatically and silently. Unfortunately, it is not an alarm system. The horn honking and light flashing we see when we press the lock buttons on the remote keyfobs once or twice also has nothing to do with an alarm system. It simply notifies the driver that the doors have locked. If there was an alarm system present, it would be listed as a "Perimeter Alarm/Security System", and there is no such listing for the Edge. I checked both the Owners Manual and the Ford website, and there is no mention of the "Perimeter Alarm System" or any alarm system on the Edge, either standard or optional. What Ford does have available for the Edge is a "Genuine Ford Accessories' alarm system. This system can be installed by the Dealer, or a private installer (or the vehicle owner if he/she wishes). But again, according to all information I am aware of, it would not have the module on the windshield (or anywhere else) which Bill describes. Hope this information helps. Good luck. :beerchug: PS - If anyone has information to the contrary, and I missed something/somewhere, would you please provide a link or a page containing the correct information showing that the Edge does have a factory alarm? Edited October 29, 2008 by bbf2530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted October 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 My Wife requested that the Ford Alarm be installed during the purchase. She did not get a book with it. It uses the Ford all in one key/key fob that now comes with the Edge instead of the two piece key and fob on a key ring. I have not had time to play with it cause she is off having fun with the Edge. I am going to the dealer next week to get the book on the alarm (so I will know whos it is) and I will let everyone know the manufacturer. I apologize that I forgot to say we had the alarm installed Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lex Talionis Posted October 29, 2008 Report Share Posted October 29, 2008 I stand corrected about the "SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System"... I think of that as a full on security system - versus an 'alarm' - so did not really think it through and it just seemed that they piggy-backed a 'security' system on an existing 'security' system... which seemed odd. anyway... still very curious what he has, what it does, and what is the point if pressing the button does nothing and they gave him manual. keep us in the loop Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 I apologize that I forgot to say we had the alarm installed Bill That would have been slightly helpful............. :shades: Glad you figured it out either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd Posted November 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 Got it into the dealer today. They installed a 3rd party alarm, not a ford one, which is ok with me. The antenna/button/light is part of the alarm, the blue light was flashing all the time due to a bad wire during install. They fixed the wiring, checked all connections and reprogramed the unit. The blue light is only supposed to come on when alarmed or in valet mode. The button is used for multiple systems. It can be used as an override button for going into and out of vlaet mode. If I had the disply fobs (which the edge does not have) a person could be in the car and press call and talk to the person with the display key fob. Sorry to get everyone worked up, the dealer apologized for the mistake on the install and no documentation. Got a tank of gas for my time. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted November 5, 2008 Report Share Posted November 5, 2008 (edited) Got it into the dealer today. They installed a 3rd party alarm, not a ford one, which is ok with me. The antenna/button/light is part of the alarm, the blue light was flashing all the time due to a bad wire during install. They fixed the wiring, checked all connections and reprogramed the unit. The blue light is only supposed to come on when alarmed or in valet mode. The button is used for multiple systems. It can be used as an override button for going into and out of vlaet mode. If I had the disply fobs (which the edge does not have) a person could be in the car and press call and talk to the person with the display key fob. Sorry to get everyone worked up, the dealer apologized for the mistake on the install and no documentation. Got a tank of gas for my time. Bill Hi Bill. :D Glad you were able to finally get things resolved. Good luck with your Edge! :beerchug: Edited November 5, 2008 by bbf2530 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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