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thomasm23 replied to the thread Steel oil pan.That would be cast aluminum. -
thomasm23 replied to the thread 8f35 transmission fluid change video and good info.Your vehicle needs to be level to properly add the correct amount of transmission fluid. The leveling plug will be removed and fluid...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Is this vent the fresh/outside air intake?.The air intake up front is only for the engine. The cabin is fed through the cowl area at the bottom of the windshield. It goes through...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Limp mode at start up.How is the coolant level? Have you ever added just water to the coolant reservoir? By the way, you posted twice. Please delete your...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread P0496 EVAP Purge Valve Replacement.The purge valve is only available as an assembly with all the tubing.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread New IPhone.Remove the existing phone from SYNC. On your iPhone 17, tap on Settings, scroll down to General, tap on General, tap About, under Name...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread What’s the ONE piece of advice you’d give to a new Broncosport owner?.Waste of money and resources. Just follow the oil change minder when changing oil. I have 171,000 miles and the engine runs great.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2021 Bronco Sport 62,000 mi. Catastrophic Engine Failure..Did you have an overheating event recently, where the engine overheated while driving? You really haven’t given us much history as to...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.Why would you be using Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering in that situation??? It is best used on the highway/freeway/Interstate.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Power Steering Failure.Was your Forester steer by wire? The BS is not steer by wire. There is a direct mechanical link to the rack and pinion unit. The...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.I believe you may be confusing Lane Keeping and Lane Centering. These are two completely different features. When Lane Keeping is...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.I love my intelligent adaptive cruise control with lane centering. I will never own another vehicle without it. It makes a long drive...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.Read the owner’s manual. You can download one and save it to your phone.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.With Lane Keeping set to on (the push button on the end of the turn signal stalk) the vehicle will bounce back and forth in the lane...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Bronco Sport Driving Assist Help!.Do you have adaptive cruise control?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread First ever catless downpipe 2.0L Bronco Sport Badlands [ADMIN WARNING: NO DISRESPECTFUL / INSULTING BEHAVIOR].Just why??? That sounds like an animal in heat.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Power Steering Failure.The power steering electric motor is not mounted on the steering column. The electric motor is mounted to the rack and pinion steering unit.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Left fast blinker inside.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread P0496 EVAP Purge Valve Replacement.This is a better photo. https://www.myfordpart.com/oem-parts/ford-2020-2024-ford-tube-assembly-lx6z9d289sh
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Try applying some silicone spray to the offending parts. That has resolved all kinds of friction related noise issues for me.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread P0496 EVAP Purge Valve Replacement.Try this one. https://ford.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/ford-tube-assembly-lx6z9d289sh
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thomasm23 replied to the thread P0496 EVAP Purge Valve Replacement.Here you go. 2.0L engine. https://ford.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/ford-vapor-canister-purge-solenoid-lx6z9d289sj
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Rear wheel engaged at freeway speed.You have electronic all wheel drive. What were the road conditions?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Help ! How to get heat to rear seat area in 2025 BSBB ??.Boy, this is a confusing read. Based on what you wrote, I have no idea what is happening.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Help ! How to get heat to rear seat area in 2025 BSBB ??.Have you figured this out yet? This is not that complicated.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2024 BSBB - is there a good brake upgrade available?.Do you have adaptive cruise control?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread HVAC fan buzzing?.Tap your AUTO button on the HVAC controls so that only a single light is lit. This is the lowest fan speed.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Left fast blinker inside.I believe everyone that reads this forum. It comes up all the time.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Left fast blinker inside.Your left rear stop lamp is probably burned out.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Vapor canister vent solenoid.Besides the MIL on the dash with P0456 code, what other symptoms were you experiencing? A common issue with the EVAP purge valve...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Vapor canister vent solenoid.Why did you want to replace this item? P0456 is indicative of a problem with the EVAP system. The most common issues are with the fuel...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Vapor canister vent solenoid.Questiions: I have never heard of a vapor canister vent solenoid failing on the BS. I have replaced my EVAP purge valve assembly twice...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 50,000km and the transmission is cooked.Most torque converter shudder issues with 8F35 transmissions are from fluid degradation issues.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 50,000km and the transmission is cooked.The work order mentions torque converter shudder. How has the vehicle been in the highway? Have you experienced the tachometer jumping...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Who has the highest mileage on their bronco Sport.Yes 1.5L engine. I never felt the engine was under powered. With adaptive cruise control, the BS is great on the highway.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Who has the highest mileage on their bronco Sport.I am now at 170,000+ miles. Engine is running great.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread My Badlands only shows 7 gears.Are you in Sport mode? Sport mode does not use 8th gear.
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fordpass remote start does not turn on heat or heated seats?.Agree. Do you also have Connected Navigation enabled?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fordpass remote start does not turn on heat or heated seats?.I do not have that selection? What year is your Bronco Sport Badlands?
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fordpass remote start does not turn on heat or heated seats?.Can you take a screenshot and post it showing the temperature control setting on the Ford app? This is what appears in my app. Ford...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fordpass remote start does not turn on heat or heated seats?.I tested using the current Ford app to remote start and this is the result. These are the details: iPhone 17 Pro iOS 26.2 Ford app...
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thomasm23 replied to the thread Fordpass remote start does not turn on heat or heated seats?.Questions for you: What device are you using? What is the version number of the OS on your device? The Ford Pass app is now Ford app...
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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...
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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 “Shift System Fault” 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. 😵💫
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thomasm23 replied to the thread 2023 BS Badlands “Shift System Fault” 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 “Shift System Fault” message.One thing after another with this vehicle. Shocks, water-pumps, sway bar, fuel injector recall (still not addresses). You are stating...
