08LTDEDGE

Why would you not bring this to the attention of the dealer? How are they supposed to correct the person who did this if they do not know about it?

Exactly. Not "ALL" it is "Some" Obviously a process issue where some heater cores either had too much flux applied or did not get it all thoroughly cleaned away or a combination of both. Ford probably has an ide as to build dates of the heater cores themselves, but with process variations it is difficult to pinpoint after the fact unless they have evidence of a process change which may have contributed to the problem, or knowledge of a process monitoring system that failed. Once that heater core was approved by Ford the manufacturer would have to notify and get sign off for even minor process changes.

ok, I have a bit of an inside scoop as to the cause of this recall. The issue is with the heater cores themselves being contaminated during their manufacturing process. Some heater cores had an excess amount of flux residue that can lead to clogging of the heater core. This is what is causing the "loss of heat" Ford is looking at an alternate supplier that had previously offered a heater core that did not require any flux to be used in its manufacturing process, and thereby is not prone to this type of problem. This heater core is more reliable due to its fluxless manufacturing process but will cost about $5 more per vehicle.

Well, I had my PTU seal fixed back in the spring, as it was making a smell once in a while. No leaks or visible smoke were observed. I had brought it in for its scheduled 16,000km oil change and mentioned to have a look. By the time they came to pick me up a couple of hours later it had been fixed. So all was great until 2 days ago...major burning smell, smoke coming out from other the car and tranny fluid leaking on my 1 year old $10k stamped concrete driveway. luckily i moved the car quckly and the sealer I applied on the driveway a month ago seemed to work. So now I am parking over a rubber mat and will be bookng an apoinment to fix it again. Funny how it started up the first night the temp dipped slightly into single digits (celsius). iwill let you know how it turns out

Is it acually an intake manifold as in older engines that I am more familiar with, or is it more of an upper air intake? Is there a gasket?

The "climate-controlled seat filter" would be in Lincoln MKX models with heat/cool seats. These seats have perforated upholstery that air blows through on the cool setting, so there is also a filter that goes along with it. Exactly where it is located I have no idea. Does anyone know what the price is on the Cabin Air Filter?

My 08 AWD has about 11,000kms on it. I have smelled a burning smell kind of like burning rubber on 4 different occasions now when parking after a run on the highway. I drive on the highway daily so it is not everytime. I have not had any smoke, or seen any oil dripping or oil marks on my driveway. Could the smell be coming from the brakes? it is a similar smell to when a transport jams its brakes on.

I also Have a 2008 LTD AWD with 11,000 km on it. Before I bought it I also test drove a Honda CRV and a Yoyota Rav with a v6. The Honda could not tow my boat. The back seat area was smaller and more uncomfortable, rather cheap looking as well. The Toyota was not as comfortable and roomy. The V6 had plenty of power but the vehicle handling was very harsh if you stepped on it. I would rather spend an extra $20 a week in gas and be comfortable with the options that I need. I am still holding out hope for the mileage to increase. My previous vehicle was a 2003 Explorer Sporttrac and the mileage had a notable increase of 50 - 75 extra kms per tank after it got up to about 25,000 kms. I later added a drop in K&N air filter and the mileage went up again. When I first got it I was getting 475 to 515 kms per tank. After the increase after engine break-in and the addition of the K&N filter I could consistantly get 600 to 625 kms under similar driving conditions (This however was not durring the time of heavy snow falls and driving in 4WD). I also feel better knowing that in a small way I helped out my friends neighbours and reltives that work at the Ford Oakville plant.

Maybe that is why the 2008 models have a power hatch with a button in the back?

I can put a switch there if you would like. Actually I could. I designed the circuit boards that are used in those two switch assemblies. My previous employer of 16 years was a third tier supplier to Ford. The same boards with different colored lights and switch options were also used in Explorers, Mustangs, and other vehicles for a few years. Airbag would never be allowed to be defeated with the push of a simple switch. Too much liability. When they first put that option in pick-up trucks it had to be controlled by a key

Did you find the diagrams? If you did and can't figure it out could you post them and let one of us mark up the drawing?

So, trying to get back to the original question.... How difficult is it to get at the back side plugs, and what needs to be done to make it accessible? I only have 9,000kms on mine but will need to do it some day. Anyone seen or done a sparkplug change on an Edge yet?

My nextdoor neighbour uses the Mr Clean system. I was sceptical at first but after seeing the results with his 2 cars which are both black in color, I may have to pick one up in the spring.

Has anyone thought of using a retractable cover that was actually made for a different vehicle? If you measure the width of what would be required in the Edge and then take a look around at used cars or autowreckers to it may be easy to determine that one already exists for another vehicle that could be transplanted into an Edge

My 08 Edge that I picked up in August just started doing it (passenger seat rattle) the other day. It is definitely the seat back and perhaps the headrest as the headrest is moving as well. I adjusted the seat back by reclining slightly, and it stopped the rattle, but then after a passenger adjusted the seat it did it again, so I had to recline it again. My previous vehicle before the Edge was a 2003 Explorer Sporttrac with the same issue as well. The dealer did fix it, I believe they said that they tightened the bolts between the seat and the back and it was OK after that for about 4 years before it slightly returned. I tried to figure out where these bolts are to do it myself but could not see them without removing the upholstery which I did not feel like doing since I knew I was going to be trading it it shortly. I am going for my first oil change on Friday, but since that is the only issue/annoyance I do not know if I will even mention it since they will probably want me to leave it for another day to have them look at it. On the other hand, knowing how my dealer treats me they will probably give me a loaner for the day, so maybe I will have them take a look.