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  1. hbalek

    2nd row seat issue

    I had this happen when the vehicle was brand new. It was a stuck button. It was literally stuck in and would activate the seat release at random times, like entering the vehicle, while it was parked or while driving. It would sometimes scare the crap out of me, like there was some in the car. I...
  2. hbalek

    Towed to Dealer After Engine Stopped

    Today I was leaving my house going up a hill and the engine stopped and wouldn't restart. I called Roadside Assistance and they said maybe it is out of gas even though I told them the gauge indicated about 3 gallons left. They sent a tow truck company with 2.5 gallons of gas but it still...
  3. hbalek

    CHECK ENGINE LIGHT/ DISASTER AVERTED

    A woman at the dealership with an ST told me she had all of her coolant drain out early on because of loose parts under the hood. They refilled it and tightened it up for her. I guess some of us have bad luck! I had check engine light twice, at 2000 and at 4000 miles, and a PCM reprogram/update...
  4. hbalek

    Aluminum Hood and Liftgate Ding Easily!

    Take it from me, this car dings very easily! Last week it was the first acorn falling season with my 10 month old ST and my neighbor's tree did a number on my beautiful truck. Over 6 little dings in the hood and hatch in one night. When I realized and moved it, it was too late sadly. Apparently...
  5. hbalek

    LED low beams so dark

    Mine are just fine after driving a 2013 MKZ with adaptive headlights for many years. I don't miss the gimmicky swiveling beams! LOL
  6. hbalek

    Camera Recall

    I've done this before on my own the past year but then I found out about the Sync reboot method by just pushing and holding power and >> button on the audio controls. Both essentially do the same thing.
  7. hbalek

    Liftgate won't close

    Mine did this once when I was cleaning all the interior glass surfaces for a while. The rear hatch would not close using any of the buttons. Once I started the car up it started working fine again. I think it was some sort of battery saving feature.
  8. hbalek

    New ST in Maryland

    Funny coincidence my first road trip with the ST was also Harper's Ferry last December to see the train derailment! I missed the brewery and I must try that soon as I love local beers!
  9. hbalek

    New ST in Maryland

    Yesterday I think I saw you on I-270 at Montrose Rd! I was in my Rapid Red ST which I've had almost 10 months and 10,000 miles today with no issues! Love this thing! Congratulations!
  10. hbalek

    At which point should you use SLIPPERY Mode?

    I used slippery mode once or twice in heavy rain and using the 4-wheel-drive display on the dash you can see that the power goes more evenly to front and rear wheels rather than rwd bias with front assist in normal, eco and sport modes.
  11. hbalek

    Name ONE ST Feature others might not know.....

    Most noticeable are the nav maps load much faster. I still have problems with the Sirius XM logos not loading or loading slowly and/or disappearing.
  12. hbalek

    Name ONE ST Feature others might not know.....

    I noticed a few font changes too especially on the calm screen which I never use. Everything is now on the same font it seems.
  13. hbalek

    Name ONE ST Feature others might not know.....

    The temperature at the top corners of the display are gone too since the update!
  14. hbalek

    Eco vs Normal in city driving

    I call Eco Mode Minivan Mode. LOL Such a boring experience but quiet and smooth.
  15. hbalek

    Who's been using the Auto Hold feature?

    I leave this feature on at all times and love it but when I drive another vehicle without it I have to remember not to let off the brake and let it roll... OMG it happens all the time!
  16. hbalek

    Phone Call Echo

    Yes I have had this problem and have also heard myself echo sometimes. Hanging up and redialing usually resolved this. I also experience problems if I am already on a call and get in the car and connect the phone there is a lag or have to deselect privacy button on the screen to hear the call.
  17. hbalek

    What did your Ford Explorer ST replace?

    On the exterior everything is lined up but the dashboard has a few big gaps in the cheap plastic trim.
  18. hbalek

    Your ST's pet name??

    LMAO. Then mine is the Scarlet Woman!
  19. hbalek

    Anyone get frustrated with people thinking you are a cop?

    One of the PD's in Montgomery County, MD has a black ST unmarked with lights in a bar behind the windshield inside and blacked out windows. Possibly the chief of police!
  20. hbalek

    Getting irritated with some of the driver assist functions

    My reverse brake assist went off 3 times today and scared the crap out of me. To be fair, I was backing up really fast in the rain and there were obstacles nearby. It is too damn sensitive but like you said, I was relieved that I didn't actually hit something!


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