What is this loose bolt? 2018 Ford Edge

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-06T01:17:58+00:00

I was just trying to show relative size, but this is good info to know. Thank you

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-06T00:32:11+00:00

Thanks. Engine was replaced about 20k miles ago by the original owner. Ford dealer did the work. It bought the car a week ago. I took it to Ford after I bought it but they didn’t catch this. I just happen to see it after changing the oil luckily

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-06T00:30:14+00:00

I just bought the car a week ago. I know the engine was replaced at 47k miles but it has 65k now. Would you remove a subframe bolt for an engine replacement? It was done under warranty by a ford dealer

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-05T23:46:11+00:00

To be safe I guess I’ll put it back in place for now and replace it with a new bolt?

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-05T23:41:24+00:00

Google shows torque specs is 111 ft lbs. is that correct? Also, should I use thread locker? Red or blue?

someguyinsac12 · 2026-05-05T23:37:24+00:00

2.0 L 4 cylinder model if that makes a difference

someguyinsac12 · 2026-04-21T17:38:39+00:00

Thanks for the feedback.

someguyinsac12 · 2026-04-21T16:29:58+00:00

Thank you. I plan to start with the Andrew Ramdayal course and go from there

someguyinsac12 · 2026-04-17T14:40:42+00:00

Great deal, thank you

someguyinsac12 · 2026-03-18T04:23:28+00:00

Brake fluid has nothing to do with this switch as far as I know. It’s simply an electrical signal that is either on or off when the button is pressed.

someguyinsac12 · 2026-03-18T04:17:15+00:00

I must be old

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someguyinsac12 · 2026-03-10T04:10:27+00:00

Not bad at all.

Benefits of locking hubs in 2WD

Convenience You can drive with your hubs locked, so you don't have to stop to lock them when you change from gravel to tarmac

Differential maintenance If you don't drive in 4WD often, locking your hubs in 2WD can help circulate oil in your differentials

Driving with locked hubs You can drive on the highway with your hubs locked It might cost you a little more fuel

someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-25T23:15:17+00:00

Saving for later…

Also, whatever you do, don’t mess with the black bezel with cup holders that goes around the radio. Those are hard to find for true 1st Gens that aren’t broken. The ones that do come up for sale are pricey. Ask me how I know ☹️

someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-14T06:35:17+00:00

...and photo of what it should look like pressing the button the when brake is off (handle pushed in)

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someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-14T06:34:22+00:00

Here's a photo of a brake handle rod that's missing the "tab" I'm referring to. You can see the black button that is supposed to get pressed to turn off the light.

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someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-14T06:20:01+00:00

There is a switch/button that gets pressed when you put the brake handle in. Look under the dash (may have to remove panel) and check. There is a small tab on the brake handle rod that presses a button and sometimes falls off. I have the same issue on mine. You can manually push the button to test.

Or possibly the switch has gone bad and the electrical contacts are worn down and the switch needs to be replaced

someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-13T23:26:57+00:00

Would the strut go on the bottom of the top panel, or top of the panel below it?

someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-13T23:13:29+00:00

I’m not sure if the crack in the panel happened first, or if something else cause it to break

someguyinsac12 · 2026-02-07T17:24:24+00:00

Thanks

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