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thomasm23 replied to the thread Red fluid leak.The only fluid that is red on your vehicle is ULV transmission fluid. You need to check the lines from the transmission into and out of... -
thomasm23 replied to the thread Engine oil, 5-20 or?.I have 170,000 miles and have been using Motorcraft 5W-20 Synthetic Blend in my 2021 OB with no issues. I only change the oil when the...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2023 BS Badlands âShift System Faultâ message.First time I have ever heard of a front or rear stabilizer bar needing to be replaced. Ford will replace any cracked or leaking fuel...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fuel-Fill Arrow Inventor Has Passed Away.Only in New Jersey and Oregon. đ”âđ«
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2023 BS Badlands âShift System Faultâ message.You say you have issues with the front stabilizer bar or the links to this? Do you happen to have a lift kit installed?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2023 BS Badlands âShift System Faultâ message.One thing after another with this vehicle. Shocks, water-pumps, sway bar, fuel injector recall (still not addresses). You are stating...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2023 BS Badlands âShift System Faultâ message.You indicate you have a 2023 Bronco Sport Badlands. This has a 2.0L engine. There is no known water pump issue with this engine. There...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Thank You Ford.Dealer did not take the car apart but provided quotes for rebuild and replacement from their in house âtranny expert, the best aroundâ I...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread FORD App Not Working?.What device and what version of the operating system are you using?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread How do I program a (third) bronco sport key fob?.You must have 2 operating key fobs present to add an additional key fob. This is to prevent an unknown from adding a key fob to your...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Are the OEM brake pads ceramic?.The factory OEM brake pads on your vehicle should be metallic. What year is your Big Bend? Do you have adaptive cruise control? Did...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Thank You Ford.Please let us know what the symptoms of your transmission issues are. What did the dealer diagnose as the issue and what is their...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread '21 BS Outerbanks, Fan rattling sound on D(rive).Check the air box for a rattle. The 3 rubber grommets that retain the air box are known to come out and become missing.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Front fender fabric liner..The wheel well liners are not fabric. They are made of plastic with an acoustic coating to help control sound.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Transmission Wonât Go Into gear with Hood Open.This is not true. Your vehicle and mine will shift out of park and into any gear when the hood is open. You can not shift out of park...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Aftermarket Rear Bulbs.What is wrong with the OEM bulbs?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Torque Converter Shudder Adventure.Gabe Good to hear you now have a solution. I am sure many others are experiencing the same torque converter shudder, but are not aware...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Oil pump belt life.No i No mechanical Issues with the engine. 5W-20 Motorcraft Synthetic Blend. Always changed when vehicle oil minder tells me. Original...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Oil pump belt life.This is for 1.5L 21-24 vehicles only. I have 169,000 miles on the original oil pump belt. No issues. Ford does not have a recommended...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Blinker Light on Dash Going Fast.You probably now have hyper flash occurring when you press the brake pedal.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Blinker Light on Dash Going Fast.Check your rear brake lights.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Changing drive modes a huge drain on my gas tank.The fuel gauge uses horizontal lines. You are not viewing the fuel gauge. You are looking at the information screen gauge. This is...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Inconsistent heat.People Please create a habit of opening your hood at every fill up. Visually check your coolant level. I have a very, very faint mist...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Inconsistent heat.Just open the hood and look at the reservoir on the passenger side. This takes 10 seconds.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Inconsistent heat.Check your coolant level.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread FORD App Not Working?.We need more information. Year of vehicle. SYNC Build version. Type of device you are using. OS version number on device. Version...
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thomasm23 posted the thread Liftgate-Plastic Fittings Coming Loose in Issues, Repairs, Warranty, Recalls, TSB.I have to snap that plastic fittings that are visible after opening the liftgate. These are at the top of rear opening. You may want to...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Water pump replaced.Just as you should be checking your oil level once a month, you should also be checking your coolant level.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 25S76 Recall PCM Remedy Now Available.In the iOS world, Ford Pass app has been rebranded as Ford app. This has a completely new updated look and feel. I see that the Android...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 25S76 Recall PCM Remedy Now Available.Are you using the latest Ford App? I am using 6.3 for iOS.
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thomasm23 posted the thread 25S76 Recall PCM Remedy Now Available in Issues, Repairs, Warranty, Recalls, TSB.I checked the Ford app and saw that the status of Recall 25S76 addressing the fuel injector situation is now available. I called my...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Physical Owner's Manual Hardcopy?.Here is the link to the 2025 Bronco Sport ownerâs manual pdf...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Stiff steering.People need to learn how to read the ownerâs manual.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Physical Owner's Manual Hardcopy?.You can download the pdf using the Ford app and save it to your Books app on your device. Always available.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Physical Owner's Manual Hardcopy?.Use the Ford app to view the ownerâs manual on your device.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread P0496 EVAP Purge Valve Replacement.https://ford.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/ford-vapor-canister-purge-solenoid-lx6z9d289sj
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thomasm23 replied to the thread SYNC 3.4 Build 23188 is Still the Current Version.There are currently no reported issues with SYNC 3.4 Build 23188 with no future update in sight.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Can anyone identify what this noise could be???.Sounds normal to me.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Dangerous issue with cruise control.I constantly use adaptive cruise control and love it. I will never own another vehicle without it. ACC makes for a much easier and...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Rattling Noise on uneven pavement Solved!!.Have you recently had your battery replaced? Check the air box and plastic snorkel for vibration. A missing rubber grommet or incorrect...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Recall: Instrument Cluster Panel Display Failure (NHTSA Recall 25V788) -- 2025-2026 Bronco Sport.But the instrument cluster is not larger. It fits into the same size area.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Recall: Instrument Cluster Panel Display Failure (NHTSA Recall 25V788) -- 2025-2026 Bronco Sport.What are you talking about? This is for the instrument cluster, not the infotainment screen.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2025 1.5L oil capacity?.2025 vehicles are equipped with the new MPC engines. These are redesigned engines. Which engine do you have, 1.5L or 2.0L?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread noisy 1.5 is this normal?.I use 87 octane from Arco and have never had an issue. 21 OB 1.5L
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Shudder not sure if itâs brakes.Sounds like the RDU.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2025 Bronco Sport Badlands - CREAKING SOUND when turning..This vehicle has electric power steering.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread noisy 1.5 is this normal?.How many miles? Is the engine accelerating smoothly? Does it feel like the engine is cutting out? It can be very difficult to describe...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Vibration issues on 2022 Bronco Sport Outer Banks.Lane Keeping is on. If you use your turn signal to change lanes, like most people, you will not encounter the vibration. It is a warning...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Torque Converter Shudder Adventure.OkâŠ. Did the Lubegard address your torque converter shudder?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Charging System Failure + plethora of other error codes.Do you have an update for us?
