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Sounds great. Does it involve gin and vermouth? Ha!

I was taught in auto class (long ago and far, far away) to hold the filter up to the sunlight and see if you can see the sun through it. If you can, knock the dirt out of it and replace in car. If not it's dirty and needs replacing. Don't know if the same logic holds for modern cars.

After I read akirby's post, I looked it up. Good fluid is clear or translucent. Rust colored means that it's absorbed water and should be flushed. Blackish color means brake problems and everything needs to be examined.

Not in North Carolina. ......

Actually I did on Monday. Had mine in for the gas tank recall. (They found that is was leaking, and changed it). Dealer brought up a new MKX for me to use as a loaner. (Told me it was a perk for being a Lincoln owner, otherwise I'd have gotten a Fusion. Ploy to get me to drive a new MKX of course. :-) Thought the sound system was excellent. Seemed to have speakers everywhere. Very clean even a loud setting. When I returned it, talked with the service associate and he said that the Revell system is really the high end speakers. Suff about waveguides and balancing, etc. Nothing about the radio or amp. Never thought to ask if it was surround sound, but I would imagine that it is.

Sorry for beating a (long) dead house, but I was wondering what (if any) THX system has? Surprisingly there doesn't seem to be any topics on this in either forum. I get the surround sound aspect, demo built in sounds great, but does anyone actually sell surround cd's? Anyone ever use their surround system capabilities? Like to buy a great sounding cd, perhaps something 'not' classic. It works with DVD movies really well, but nothing seems to be available for CD music.

This is what I use https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JNJPS4W/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Thanks, I'll bet it has never been done. I'll have them do a full flush when I have new pads put on. Any way of telling how much moisture the fluid has absorbed? There such a thing as brake fluid tester?

This is a follow up to my earlier post. As of today, the mats are no longer slippery. It will be interesting to see how long they stay new looking

Mac, what do you think is a good interval for a brake fluid change. I have somewhere around 93k, been kicking it around getting a brake job. (Hate my brakes). You recommend a fluid change when I have this done? (It's not listed in the maintenance manual).

On Tirerack.Com. users have rated the Michelin Premier LTX's at 9.5 for wet traction. TireRack testing rated it at top for wet weather and winter traction. The LX20's only rated at 8.9 for wet traction.

You're getting that good? lol. That's about what I get in my 09 MKX. Currently around 17, depends on how heavy my foot gets. Should see closer to 20 on the highway. Maybe 21 with softer tires like Hankook or Michelin. (Until the softer rubber layer wears off that is).

I know, that's why I said to file it as a comprehensive claim. Cost will be the deductible.

I was thinking of kid throwing a rock or brick, something simular.

A P0020 code refers to the VVT (variable valve timing) or VCT (variable camshaft timing) components and the car's PCM (powertrain control module) That consists of an oil control valve (OCV), also called a solenoid valve and other components. Basically the check engine light and associated P0020 trouble code means that the voltage in the circuit has fallen below a set limit for a specific amount of time (varies by make/model/engine). Bank 2 is the side of the engine that doesn't contain cylinder #1. A code P0020 may mean that one or more of the following has happened: Faulty oil control valve (OCV) Open or short in the VVT/VCT circuit Open or short in the OCV / solenoid valve Damaged computer (PCM) Some recommended troubleshooting and repair steps are: Carefully inspect the Bank 2 VVT/VCT system circuit wiring and connectors, repair as required With a warm engine, test the operation of the OCV, replace/repair as needed

My must say I agree with Nick, that was hit by something. Should be covered under your comprehensive policy.

Just picked it up. Took about 3 hours for tank change and PTU seals. Asked about tank and Asst Service rep said that it was rusted around where the two shell halves were welded together. Hadn't rusted through yet, but Ford determined that it's not possible to prevent it and they are changing all tanks. New tank has a different coating and different straps.

It smelled like someone had been smoking a cheap cigar in it with the windows up. Just dropped it off and told the service agent about it. He smelled it and thought it was a clogged drain on the AC evaporator drain. Then he started mumbling something about the A piller leaking and causing mold, but stopped and added "but I think they had already fixed that". It really stinks, strong, musty smell.

You aren't using 10W-40 oil are you? "Thick oil", is it cream colored?

Extended warranty, I have a $100 deductible.

Got a 2016 MKX loaner while new gas tank being put on, and has terrible musty odor in car. Asst service mgr told me while showing how to use car, that they can't figure out where odor is coming from. Personally I think it's AC drain clogged, but car is only 1-1/2 months old. Seems that others are also having same problem. Wonder if they changed design on 2016?

I used my gas pressure sprayer and it seemes to clean better than a scrub brush. Also used a strong cleaner, Chemical Guys "Nonsense" on them. Came clean but bloched; light gray spots, dark gray areas, etc. Used their "Silk" dressing and they look like new.

I've got a gas blower carb that would prove you wrong, lol. My point was, not everyone is confortable in tearing a carb apart. Using SeaFoam could disolve the gum and get the engine running without using choke. If the OP is asking, probably not wanting to tear down carb like we would.

My 09 MKX is in for service today they gave me a 2016 Lincoln MKX as a loaner. It has Hankook Venus S1 noble2, 245/50R20 tires on it. Smooth, quiet. Treadwear 660, traction A, temperature A. Sets "Kontril Technology" on tire. I was impressed with ride.

I must agree, went back and wiped with towel again, and not bad now, but still w little slippery in these walkers. All things considered, will still dress in future, like the new look; and smell. Noticed that the dirty mats had a dirt smell to them when I took them out. Never noticed that when they were in the car. Guess a year is too long to go before cleaning. ;-)