Global Windows
#181
My reason for starting this topic is surely not a monetary one.
I started this post because i am tired of being taken advantage of.
Ford has this feature on other models so I presume it's a monetary issue with Ford.
I personally know how the Auto companies are cutting corners to save money.
I bought and paid for certain options that Ford has a responsibility to fix.
If not I would want some refund.
All of this is hypothetical because my Global windows actually work, at least for the 1600 miles that I have actually drove the car.
I started this post because i am tired of being taken advantage of.
Ford has this feature on other models so I presume it's a monetary issue with Ford.
I personally know how the Auto companies are cutting corners to save money.
I bought and paid for certain options that Ford has a responsibility to fix.
If not I would want some refund.
All of this is hypothetical because my Global windows actually work, at least for the 1600 miles that I have actually drove the car.
#183
My GWD works from about 50 feet. On a breezy day, it actually helps cool out the car, by the time I'm seated on leather. 120 degrees down to 100 is significant, considering we've already seen temps over a hundred here.
When I leave the windows down with the AAT, anyone walking past the car will set off the alarm.
Now, if I could just roll them up with the fob...
When I leave the windows down with the AAT, anyone walking past the car will set off the alarm.
Now, if I could just roll them up with the fob...
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Originally posted by Jeepers!@July 11, 2005, 8:05 AM
My GWD works from about 50 feet. On a breezy day, it actually helps cool out the car, by the time I'm seated on leather. 120 degrees down to 100 is significant, considering we've already seen temps over a hundred here.
When I leave the windows down with the AAT, anyone walking past the car will set off the alarm.
Now, if I could just roll them up with the fob...
My GWD works from about 50 feet. On a breezy day, it actually helps cool out the car, by the time I'm seated on leather. 120 degrees down to 100 is significant, considering we've already seen temps over a hundred here.
When I leave the windows down with the AAT, anyone walking past the car will set off the alarm.
Now, if I could just roll them up with the fob...
I wish I got the same distance that you do (mine still only work from about 10 feet away). The alarm going off when people walk by is pretty funny though (happens on mine too). With the windows down, the sensors up by the overhead lights are pretty much pointing straight outside the car (I wonder how far they actually reach).
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Originally posted by NCPolice555@July 11, 2005, 9:48 AM
Now if they could just come up with a wireless way to drop the convertible top I'd like to have that option.
Now if they could just come up with a wireless way to drop the convertible top I'd like to have that option.
That option is available on Porsche's over in Europe. They don't offer it here because Americans have a reputation of being sue happy. hmmm.....
#187
Originally posted by AWmustang@July 11, 2005, 10:14 AM
That option is available on Porsche's over in Europe. They don't offer it here because Americans have a reputation of being sue happy. hmmm.....
That option is available on Porsche's over in Europe. They don't offer it here because Americans have a reputation of being sue happy. hmmm.....
#188
holy dumbthreadmoly batman :shock:
I wonder how many people wanted this option for themselves versus simply something stupid to show other people. Its kind worthless like powerfold seats on the expedition. The manual seats take one finger to push down or up in a split second and the power option takes about 20 sec holding the button. Once you show the nieghbors the day you buy it, its a pain in the butt for the other 3000 days. The only fob-gizmo worth a salt is remote start, but only on cars without climate control so you can leave the ***** in the desired positions when you last exited the car. Two real features that should see more availability are remotestart and powerfold mirrors on more trucks. Technically, if the window sticker doesn't say global windows on it, they Ford doesn't owe it to you.
From what I understand, you still can have it activated with AAT anyway, even though it is buggy. With modern cars, items like this are not mechanical items being omitted, its just a change in computer coding. The AAT and side airbags are designed to make the car safer and lower insurance premiums while adding horsepower.
I wonder how many people wanted this option for themselves versus simply something stupid to show other people. Its kind worthless like powerfold seats on the expedition. The manual seats take one finger to push down or up in a split second and the power option takes about 20 sec holding the button. Once you show the nieghbors the day you buy it, its a pain in the butt for the other 3000 days. The only fob-gizmo worth a salt is remote start, but only on cars without climate control so you can leave the ***** in the desired positions when you last exited the car. Two real features that should see more availability are remotestart and powerfold mirrors on more trucks. Technically, if the window sticker doesn't say global windows on it, they Ford doesn't owe it to you.
From what I understand, you still can have it activated with AAT anyway, even though it is buggy. With modern cars, items like this are not mechanical items being omitted, its just a change in computer coding. The AAT and side airbags are designed to make the car safer and lower insurance premiums while adding horsepower.
#189
Originally posted by AWmustang@July 11, 2005, 11:14 AM
That option is available on Porsche's over in Europe. They don't offer it here because Americans have a reputation of being sue happy. hmmm.....
That option is available on Porsche's over in Europe. They don't offer it here because Americans have a reputation of being sue happy. hmmm.....
#193
Originally posted by kevinb120@July 11, 2005, 11:56 AM
holy dumbthreadmoly batman :shock:
The AAT and side airbags are designed to make the car safer and lower insurance premiums while adding horsepower.
holy dumbthreadmoly batman :shock:
The AAT and side airbags are designed to make the car safer and lower insurance premiums while adding horsepower.
#195
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Originally posted by PACETTR@July 11, 2005, 1:32 PM
How do these items add horsepower? Probably just a misunderstanding on my part...
How do these items add horsepower? Probably just a misunderstanding on my part...
#196
Originally posted by stupidgenius36@July 3, 2005, 12:43 AM
If you have the active anti-theft device, then you can open and close the windows using the key in the door lock cylinder or you can open the windows using the unlock button on the key fob. (As long as your's hasn't been deactivated.)
If you have the active anti-theft device, then you can open and close the windows using the key in the door lock cylinder or you can open the windows using the unlock button on the key fob. (As long as your's hasn't been deactivated.)
#197
Joy... I just read the 2006 owners manual and there is no mention of Global Windows feature, so I guess there is no chance that they fix this feature for later use, however the remote start will be added as soon as possible
#198
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I have heard that global windows can in fact be re-activated, even on the 2006 models - we shall see.
As for the beginning of this thread - IMHO the sole purpose of the class-action lawsuit in America today is to make an incredible payday for the legal firm that manages to land it. I do not dislike attorneys, but the take on a CAL for them is often huge, with an insignificant return to the consumer.
Oh yeah, and even if it happened and you won. the global window feature would STILL be de-activated.
Save it for something that really matters. This is definitely not a hill worth dying on. Getting into a legal battle over things like this is a recipe for a fairly contentious and unhappy life.
Besides, while we are talking legaleze - I think it is safe to say that Ford has "substantially performed" in delivering us a fine new Mustang!
As for the beginning of this thread - IMHO the sole purpose of the class-action lawsuit in America today is to make an incredible payday for the legal firm that manages to land it. I do not dislike attorneys, but the take on a CAL for them is often huge, with an insignificant return to the consumer.
Oh yeah, and even if it happened and you won. the global window feature would STILL be de-activated.
Save it for something that really matters. This is definitely not a hill worth dying on. Getting into a legal battle over things like this is a recipe for a fairly contentious and unhappy life.
Besides, while we are talking legaleze - I think it is safe to say that Ford has "substantially performed" in delivering us a fine new Mustang!
#199
My car kept rolling the windows down on it's own 3 times while I was at work tonight, and luckily I saw it each time. I don't know what the problem was, as the 3rd time I went to the car, I sat in it and put the key in ignition to roll windows up, and when I pulled key out and opened door they rolled down again. I then put my key in the drivers outside door handle, and turned it to the rear and held it until doors locked and windows rolled up, and so far it has been fine........ If this happens again, i will ask to have the global window feature disabled. I don't want this PITA thing to happen during a rainstorm when my car is parked outside and I don't notice it happen.......
#200
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My car kept rolling the windows down on it's own 3 times while I was at work tonight, and luckily I saw it each time. I don't know what the problem was, as the 3rd time I went to the car, I sat in it and put the key in ignition to roll windows up, and when I pulled key out and opened door they rolled down again. I then put my key in the drivers outside door handle, and turned it to the rear and held it until doors locked and windows rolled up, and so far it has been fine........ If this happens again, i will ask to have the global window feature disabled. I don't want this PITA thing to happen during a rainstorm when my car is parked outside and I don't notice it happen.......