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  1. hbalek

    Unauthorized work led to damaged vehicle

    You have a Powertrain Warranty for 5 years/60K miles.
  2. hbalek

    Maps only shows on half screen or not at all

    Yeah I had that happen when my memory was really low due to the bad software update. Sync version 23188 solved all of my many annoying issues.
  3. hbalek

    Sync 3.4 Issues

    If you're out of warranty and have to pay to replace the APIM then factory reset is a smart move. A lot of people had their APIM's replaced unnecessarily before the update 23188 came out last September. Also, I remember some had to do a factory reset multiple times before they were able to...
  4. hbalek

    Leaking rear CV AXLE

    I recently had rear differential replaced along with the transfer case at 52,000 miles.
  5. hbalek

    Sync 3.4 Issues

    I hope none of the engineers and QA staff who brought the 2020 to market worked on the 2025. They really messed up that launch.
  6. hbalek

    service issues

    That's how it began for me then had a sensor replaced, then came back on less than a year later, then had the FADA replaced. So far so good after a couple months of driving.
  7. hbalek

    Sync 3.4 Issues

    This is where the extended warranty is helpful. I only have 4.5 months of powertrain left but 2.5 years of extended left. $100 deductible have yet to use it for year and half.
  8. hbalek

    how to reset NAV

    Yeah sadly a lot of preferences, favorites and settings are lost after a full reset.
  9. hbalek

    High Mileage Explorer STs check in!

    Currently at 52.6K miles.I got my rear differential, front axles. FADA and transfer case all replaced before 51K miles! Transmission rebuilt, new fuel pump and battery before 25K miles. Lots of major repairs all under powertrain warranty!
  10. hbalek

    how to reset NAV

    You can also do a factory reset. I had to do this once about 3 years ago when I used GPS to go home from the city and the NAV map and FordPass were still showing me in downtown instead of at home.
  11. hbalek

    Infotainment wont stay in dark mode

    It's in the Connectivity Settings. Everything you described is caused by the older software version from over a year ago. 23188 came out last September.
  12. hbalek

    110 Volt AC Power Point

    I use mine with my phone charger because it's much faster than the wireless or USB chargers by at least 50 percent.
  13. hbalek

    Navigation Screen showing half blank

    You should be on version 23188 which came out last September and fixed most problems.
  14. hbalek

    Rear Differential Replacement at 51K Miles

    I feel your pain, I've had most major things replaced except the engine before 50K miles and under powertrain warranty.
  15. hbalek

    Buying a used ST

    I've owned 2 Fords, 2 Lincolns, a Mercury and Infiniti. None of them had axles, fuel pump, transmission, differential, transfer case, catalytic converter, cameras, etc. replaced before 50K miles. I'm not alone. There are plenty of us out there. The only major thing that hasn't failed at this...
  16. hbalek

    Buying a used ST

    I would recommend getting an extended warranty. These are not known for reliability or durability. I bought one a year and a half ago when I decided to keep it for another 3 years.
  17. hbalek

    Transmission woes

    Mine was rebuilt at about 25K miles. The A-clutch et al TSB thingie. It was shifting rought 6-7 gear.
  18. hbalek

    Explorer ST and theft

    Judging by the key demographics of owners on this forum, if thieves were smart they'd avoid ST drivers. I can see a vast majority of them are former or active military, former or current law enforcement officers, gun owners, badasses or mamabear/soccer moms. They'd be smart not to mess with us...
  19. hbalek

    assuming a new ST will be good light off-roading

    I've had so many drivetrain problems over the past 3.5 years that I'm not pushing my luck and taking it off pavement or towing anything!
  20. hbalek

    New engine/exhaust drone

    Oh ok so I guess my left cc replacement took care of the crack.


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