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  1. hbalek

    Build quality

    The problem with this Ford is it's fully a Ford North America product. My 2010 MKZ was based on Mazda6 and 2013 MKZ was a German Mondeo/Fusion platform. They were much more durable and reliable overall and I bought both slightly used CPO warranty. I kept both about 5 years and had ZERO...
  2. hbalek

    Transmission mount worn and replaced

    At what mileage did this part go bad? I have 57,400 miles and starting to different noises and vibrations now. I think I'm gonna get rid of this thing before the end of the year if not sooner, if I see an irresistible deal.
  3. hbalek

    Build quality

    Sadly my loyalty to Ford is fading fast. I had 2 Fords switched to Infiniti in 2002, then back to Lincoln in 2010 through 2019 I got this Ford. Now I'm shopping other brands again...
  4. hbalek

    How to display SiriusXM radio music presets on one screen

    To blow your mind even more, those buttons have a third function on mine. They advance the music track on MP3 players as well as Sirius "Replay" function where you can rewind and fast forward live music on the radio.
  5. hbalek

    How to display SiriusXM radio music presets on one screen

    Chrysler still has those hidden steering wheel buttons probably Jeep too!
  6. hbalek

    Build quality

    The hardest part of the past 5 years was being without my vehicle for a week or 10 days at a time. At least it was free repair and free rental or loaner. My favorite loaner was an Edge ST and a Bronco Sport.
  7. hbalek

    Build quality

    DO NOT own that thing past warranty! Either extend the Ford warranty or get rid of it.
  8. hbalek

    Build quality

    Yeah it's as if they're a startup company! I have had components replaced on my 2020 that have never been replaced in 40 years of driving!
  9. hbalek

    Need advice: Transmission issues on 2020 Ford Explorer, P0772 code

    I wish you had talked to me back in February 2022. I had my transmission rebuilt under powertrain warranty with only 24,000 miles. There was a TSB on it. That's why I bought an ESP at 3 years of ownership, because I knew I'd need warranty on this thing. So far most recent major repairs were all...
  10. hbalek

    Build quality

    I've owned 6 cars since 1985, five of them Fords, and never had to replace a fuel pump, catalytic converter, axles, differentials or rear window due to defects. I've replaced all of the above and more since 5 years ago on this vehicle. I only have 57,000 miles! The only major component that...
  11. hbalek

    Recircling Air

    Not the only annoying reset feature. What about the drive mode changing back to Normal every time you restart. Other brands alloy you to leave it in the drive mode you select. Also, the auto stop/start resets to on and can't be turned off permanently like other makes.
  12. hbalek

    Recircling Air

    It's because the last generation Explorer had claims of exhaust/carbon monoxide leaking into the cabin from the rear hatch. Police officers claimed to be knocked out and caused fatal or near fatal car accidents. They had a recall and I even heard that the exhaust tailpipes being turned downward...
  13. hbalek

    How to display SiriusXM radio music presets on one screen

    Yes that function hasn't changed since the first year model, which is what I have from 5 years ago.
  14. hbalek

    Build quality

    I see the Chicago plant still hasn't put down the crack pipes since 2019! This is getting so old Ford! We were complaining about all this 5 years ago and they still can't get their shit together with their most important vehicle besides the F-150 and Mustang!
  15. hbalek

    Sputtering after filling up

    I used to continue filling up to the next dollar amount at the pump which messed up my MKZ's purge valve. By the time I drove home from the gas station the sputtering/stalling would stop and wouldn't happen again until the next fillup, but I recall it being intermittent and temperature related too.
  16. hbalek

    How to display SiriusXM radio music presets on one screen

    My 2020 ST can shuffle through the presets using the arrow buttons on the steering wheel. I rarely use the touchscreen. I do use Sirius Alerts for favorite artists so often switch by selecting the notification pop up on screen.
  17. hbalek

    Extended warranty ?

    My ST has been so plagued with major mechanical failures the past 5 years, that $1545 bought me peace of mind for 4 more years after the 3/36 expired. I only kept my last 2 cars, both Lincoln MKZs for 4.5 years and didn't guy ESPs. I just traded in as soon as it was out of warranty. So this is...
  18. hbalek

    Sputtering after filling up

    I learned that valuable lesson after overfilling my 2013 MKZ! Now I never overfill. When it stops filling I am done at the pump. I never got it fixed just lived with it.
  19. hbalek

    Extended warranty ?

    You may want to look at Anderson Koch Ford in MN. That was the lowest when I got mine 2 years ago.


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