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I recently bought Ford Fusion SE. I am very happy with MPG and other features. I like 6 CD MP3. But I haven't figured out how to change folder. I pushed the Folder button many times, but nothing happens. Yes, I went thru manual too.
Any thought how to change folder in MP3 player?
Thanks
Some of the players just will not work with folders.
If you do use folders, try using very short names (less then 11 characters) and do not use any punctuation.
Mark
I've ordered several vehicles because I'm very picky about options, colors, etc. First have the dealer search for the exact vehicle you want - it may be available at another dealer. If not then order it. Just make sure the deposit is refundable. It should be unless you're ordering something the dealer doesn't think they can sell if you back out.
Mark.
Mark
As for Consumer Reports - you have to take all of their statistics with a grain of salt because they only survey subscribers so it's not exactly a scientific sample.
Truth is, it doesn't matter what is used. It doesn't matter what is logical. It doesn't matter if it is completely superflous and ridiculous. All that matters it that it is an advantage to be exploited by the competition and that some customers are viewing the current D-L as inferior to the manu-shift, even though they won't use it. This is a business situation that the domestics have continually screwed up on. You don't tell the public what makes sense, the public tells you their nonense and you make it happen. That is how you stay in business. Is there a reason for an eight speed tranny, or sedans with 300+ horse? Logically and statistacally there is not. But in a business, the logical and statistical matter very little.
This is true and the ratings given by self-selected samples on websites, like this one, are certainly not statistically valid, either.
I have to go into a whole long speal about what the manumatic mode is, etc.
The universal response is "why would anyone want that"
To date, I have yet to be told by a customer that they were less likely to purchase a Ford because of the lack of a manumatic.
I have a 2007 Fusion SE black on black 5 speed manual trans on my lot and its collecting dust.
Mark.
It's not so much about actual sales - it's more about the image that gets portrayed, especially in comparison tests.
Manumatic autos vs. non-manumatics are like 30-speed bikes vs. 12- or even 16-speeds. Both will take you wherever you want to and comfort is similar. There is no reason an average cycylist would ever need 30 speeds. And people know it, so for a while an 16-speed will sell OK.
Yet - if the price difference is none and enough of competitors sell 30 speeds, the time may come 16-speed will die off or market will split into segments with very cheap 12-speeds and nice 30-speeds. Does Fusion want to stay with the latter one or is content to mop as a bottom-feeder - that is a proper question.
2018 430i Gran Coupe
a 30 speed bike I assume has 3 gears on the crank and 10 at the rear wheel. That would only giveyou about 10 usuable combos though.
Mark.
Unless it gets the same mpg as the standard V6 or the other V6 was to be completely dropped and scrapped to simplify their engine lineup, there is little reason for it. They would want buyers to upgrade to the Taurus and Sable or MKZ instead.
It is possible the Milan would get the 3.5L because the volume would be much lower than the Fusion and the Edge/MKX and MkZ are taking most of the existing engine plant capacity right now.
While many may disagree with what I'm about to say I still have a go here at mentioning that I think Ford would gain even more sales with its Fusion/Milan duo if they offered AWD, or at least traction control, with their base 4 cylinder engine model lineup. The Sonata offers ESC/traction control throughout its ENTIRE line I believe, and this Hyundai is selling quite well.
Oh well, just a thought to ponder in this thread/forum...
Peace!<- :shades: --
I agree it would be nice if they offered it but I don't think it necessarily translates to a big increase in sales.
Aladdinsane,
I doubt if offering the AWD option, about $2,000 extra, in the I4 configuration would increase sales all that much. Most of the people buying the I4s are interested in economy and/or a lower price. The AWD option delivers neither.
Electronic Stability Control will eventually be mandatory and probably lessen the demand for AWD. We have a 2007 SEL AWD Fusion ($27,105 MSRP) and are very disappointed with our 14.8 mpg in-city mileage. The revised EPA estimate for this power train is 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. That is a detriment to sales given the rising cost of gasoline.
Mark.
Back on topic: I was pretty interested in the Milan possibly being my next car until I realized that ESC is NOT available. I bought a used Mercedes 4 years ago that has their version, called ESP. The MB ESP almost entirely negates the need for AWD. I have driven it on snow and ice and it is a MUST have option for me on any vehicle I buy. It is fantastic..!
I really like the Milan/Fusion mostly because they are derived from the Mazda6 which has gotten rave reviews from owners. I owned one of the early MX-6's (1988) with a 122 hp 4-cyl and a 5 sp. manual tranny. I kept it for 9 years (9 hard driving years!) with nothing needed beyond tires, oil, brakes, and mufflers. Well, except for the seat frame that broke after 4 months, mostly my fault! It was a great car, easily the most reliable I've ever owned and the most fun to drive too.
I'm hoping that heritage carries down into the Milan/Fusion and it seems that so far it has. But I have a problem with people in this forum (only a few) talking up the Fusion/Milan as SPORTS cars... And talking about the need for lots more power. First and foremost they are family sedans and if they happen to have very good handling and ride qualities along with reasonable power, that doesn't make them sports cars. Sporty sedans maybe... But far from sports car lineage...
Others results may vary...
I am acronym challenged. MB = Mercedes-Benz; ESP = Electronic Stability Program?; ABS = Anti-lock Braking System; but what does ASR stand for?
I'm just saying that each technology has advantages over the other in certain circumstances.
Anti-slip regulation, I believe. AKA - traction control.
The difference between stability control and traction control is that the former has a yaw sensor that measures cornering forces.
If the registered yaw does not equal predicted yaw, then the car recognizes an oversteer/understeer event and applies the appropriate wheel's brake and/or reduces throttle to compensate.
Advance Trac will be on the 2009 Milan.
Mark.
Nope it wasn't Toyota.
Mark.
Let's all hope so.
They are redundant cars in a company that may not be able to afford that luxury much longer.
Not even 4-wheel drive will allow you to drive on snow and ice as if you are competing in the SummerNationals drag races.. Ya gotta take it slow and easy..
I had an MX-6 in the 90's and it was AWESOME... Reliable, comfortable, economical, and ZOOM, ZOOM ! Then for a while all their cars were too small for me..! Now they are making some slightly larger vehicles again and Fusion/Milan are slightly larger than the Mazda6.. Good news for me...