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  1. Johnbigdog

    Turbo wastegate c-clip/e-clip

    I was changing the oil in the ptu and noticed my rear turbo's c-clip was M.I.A. I couldn't find a post on its size doing a few searches. I got a 5mm e-clip to fit. I dont know for sure if this is the corect size. I bought stainless steel assortment from the deep Amazon's. Hope everyone is...
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    Coolant Type Orange to Yellow

    The Orange stuff: Motorcraft Orange Antifreeze/Coolant (spec WSS-M97B44-D and WSS-M97B44-D2) is being discontinued If you cant get the Orange coolant, Use Yellow: Motorcraft Yellow Antifreeze/Coolant(spec WSS-M97B57-A1 and WSS-M97B57-A2) Now you know if you cant get the Orange stuff. this was...
  3. Johnbigdog

    Dealer Test mode in IPC

    Press the steering wheel left switch pack "ok" button key off. Turn the ignition on and hold till ET is displayed in upper right corner of left Instrumemt Pannel Display (IPC).
  4. Johnbigdog

    Dataloging pids/lack of power on accell.

    So I've had my 16 p.p. for about 100K now. It seems a little lackluster. I'm not sure if I'm use to the power, or something is wrong. I feel something is wrong. The reason is every once and a while, the car will pull, then pull harder when accelerating to pass from 60-80. Has anyone looked at...
  5. Johnbigdog

    PTU Oil change on a Performance Package (P.P.) w/ pictures

    My PTU was replaced aboot 30K ago on my '16 SHO, it was about time for me to figure out this PTU gear oil change. I did it *mostly* by the book. I like to do it this way first before i try to short cut stuff. I figured I take some pictures and help some of you out. I located the one time use...
  6. Johnbigdog

    Last 2019 Taurus

    So, I just learned that the last Taurus rolled off the Chicago plant the 1st of this month. Now you know. Shed a tear, Carry on.
  7. Johnbigdog

    P.p. grill with window screen behind bumper cover.

    Here is what window screen (pet proof stuff) looks like behind the P.P. grill. This mod has been present for about 80K. No observable coolant temperature increase. Changed it once since it was installed. The radiators have a little damage to them and some small stones stuck in them. Not sure how...
  8. Johnbigdog

    Turn signal inop, software fix.

    If you experience the turn signals becoming inoperative where you use the lane change function one way, then full turn the other, there is a software update for the Steering Column Control Module. The software update will not change the as-built so if you customized it for more than 3 flashes...
  9. Johnbigdog

    Caliper colors and covers

    Since we have a thread for tint, I figured a thread for caliper colors might not be a bad idea to help other out in deciding on a color. So here is my contribution. 16 bronze fire with Rust-oleum Specialty Ultra High Heat Aged Copper. Calipers and bracket was removed and seperated, wire...
  10. Johnbigdog

    Workshop manual publications

    Researching another problem I found one can buy a ford (and Lincoln) workshop manuals from Helminc.com. From the way it's described you can get the workshop manual, wire diagrams and powertrain control emission diagnosis (PC/ED) in one shot. May be helpful to those who don't have acess to the...
  11. Johnbigdog

    '16 P.P. defrost operation.

    I have a 2016 Perf.Package with sony and sunroof. 52k. I have an intermitent fault i want to make sure is not characteristic. I shut off my car and the front windshield defrost was selected before shut down. When I restart my car the front control interface module and the touchscreen both show...
  12. Johnbigdog

    Characteristics?

    Two concerns that are annoying to me. I want to know if everyone else has the same "problems". 2016 performance package. Does the heated steering wheel pulse when in use. Like it will get up to temp, cool off then warm up and cool off. The rear sunshade on the backglass. First start up put...
  13. Johnbigdog

    Motorcraft TPMS 19.

    I was reading Ford's General Service Buletins today and came across this little tool. I suspect it will work with our cars. Does anyone have one with confirmation on compatibility? I will pay 40 bucks for two less visits to the dealership when I change my tires. Looks like the p/n is...
  14. Johnbigdog

    Hello, I'm de-Ranged

    Good day members, My name is John and I own a '16 SHO, W/ performance package. This is my first new car that I purchased May of last year (2016). No performance modifications at this time. I believe in keeping my daily driver and my toys separate. I have crept this site for some time just...

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