2023 Maverick Missing Cubby Ambient lighting fix ~ cheap fix

[InsaiyanAzn]

So after doing some research found out that the 2023 maverick for some reason opted out of giving us a cubby led unlike the 2022 mavericks. (but decided to keep the ambient light on door panel instead??). Anyways someone posted picture of these cheap usb ambient lights that would work perfectly. They have a photo sensor so turn on when dark, multiple colors/rgb, and adjustable brightness settings. FYI make sure to plug the light into one of the usb plugs for carplay/android auto, because the light will turn off when the car is off. whereas if u use a cigaratte lighter to usb adapter and plug into that the light will stay on for a while...... until the car goes into battery saver mode.

this is the item---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8876LQ7?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Now trying to find a android auto wireless module with usb c plug, that can plug into the spare usb c and tuck the module hidden away....... any suggestions im open to. Thanks!!

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[WannaMav]

At least in my '22 hybrid XL, the power to the 12v dashboard receptacle shuts off simultaneously with the power to the dashboard USB ports. Have had a similar product in place for about 6 or so months (offered in either USB-A or USB-C versions).

Didn't want to lose a data transfer port by way of plugging in an item requiring only current. As the cigarette lighter receptacle on my XL is all the way to the right. ran a flush mount USB extension cord from a USB port on the gizmo currently occupying the 12v slot and unobtrusively affixed it under the dash so the little light unit is more centered over where it's most useful to my particular need..

 

[InsaiyanAzn]

At least in my '22 hybrid XL, the power to the 12v dashboard receptacle shuts off simultaneously with the power to the dashboard USB ports. Have had a similar product in place for about 6 or so months (offered in either USB-A or USB-C versions).

Didn't want to lose a data transfer port by way of plugging in an item requiring only current. As the cigarette lighter receptacle on my XL is all the way to the right. ran a flush mount USB extension cord from a USB port on the gizmo currently occupying the 12v slot and unobtrusively affixed it under the dash so the little light unit is more centered over where it's most useful to my particular need..

You by chance have any pictures of how yours looks? At least in my case it seemed from what I read on here and how I saw my 12v receptacle act, that the 12v didn't simultaneously turn off with usb front ports. In my 2023 just the front USB ports turn off immediately when car is off. The 12v stays on, however gonna actually time it today and see how long it stays on for.

Ideally, like yourself, would like to not waste a data transfer USB port with a current only device as well. Just don't want to drain battery when car is off (even though the USB led probably uses such little power to even drain battery)

 

[WannaMav]

You by chance have any pictures of how yours looks? At least in my case it seemed from what I read on here and how I saw my 12v receptacle act, that the 12v didn't simultaneously turn off with usb front ports. In my 2023 just the front USB ports turn off immediately when car is off. The 12v stays on, however gonna actually time it today and see how long it stays on for.

Ideally, like yourself, would like to not waste a data transfer USB port with a current only device as well. Just don't want to drain battery when car is off (even though the USB led probably uses such little power to even drain battery)

Maybe overkill techwise, but there are USB extensions with in-line on/off switches. One example.

No pix (will see if I can crank some out later on). As stated, at least in my case, the little light goes off at the same time as do the USB transfer ports. If that's a peculiarity of some sort don't wanna fix it.

 

[FromAway]

Some bean counter at Ford: "We can save 25 cents per Maverick if we get rid of this LED."

 

[InsaiyanAzn]

Some bean counter at Ford: "We can save 25 cents per Maverick if we get rid of this LED."

Lol. They saved more than enough by making ACC and lane centering an additional upcharge for 2023.

 

[WannaMav]

You by chance have any pictures of how yours looks? At least in my case it seemed from what I read on here and how I saw my 12v receptacle act, that the 12v didn't simultaneously turn off with usb front ports. In my 2023 just the front USB ports turn off immediately when car is off. The 12v stays on, however gonna actually time it today and see how long it stays on for.

Ideally, like yourself, would like to not waste a data transfer USB port with a current only device as well. Just don't want to drain battery when car is off (even though the USB led probably uses such little power to even drain battery)

Okay dokey, pix (such as they are), as requested.

Top one is the cigarette lighter receptacle with a double USB adapter inserted. Right angled plug in bottom USB port, dust protection cap in the currently unused top port.

Bottom pic is where the light thing is mounted. Could have done a more surreptitious job pushing the USB extension wire farther back, but it's not visible at all where it is unless one leans down to eyeball that area, so fine by me.

 

[InsaiyanAzn]

Okay dokey, pix (such as they are), as requested.

Top one is the cigarette lighter receptacle with a double USB adapter inserted. Right angled plug in bottom USB port, dust protection cap in the currently unused top port.

Bottom pic is where the light thing is mounted. Could have done a more surreptitious job pushing the USB extension wire farther back, but it's not visible at all where it is unless one leans down to eyeball that area, so fine by me.

Very Nice plan on doing something like that eventually for Android auto.

 

[Lukass]

Not really willing to sacrifice my only USB A, and 1 of 2 data ports for a light like that

 

[Nw_adventure]

So after doing some research found out that the 2023 maverick for some reason opted out of giving us a cubby led unlike the 2022 mavericks. (but decided to keep the ambient light on door panel instead??). Anyways someone posted picture of these cheap usb ambient lights that would work perfectly. They have a photo sensor so turn on when dark, multiple colors/rgb, and adjustable brightness settings. FYI make sure to plug the light into one of the usb plugs for carplay/android auto, because the light will turn off when the car is off. whereas if u use a cigaratte lighter to usb adapter and plug into that the light will stay on for a while...... until the car goes into battery saver mode.

this is the item---> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8876LQ7?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Now trying to find a android auto wireless module with usb c plug, that can plug into the spare usb c and tuck the module hidden away....... any suggestions im open to. Thanks!!

Nice find- Ordered a set- I have the MY22 lights with the cubby light but its not super bright, this will be a nice add on. Thx

 

[InsaiyanAzn]

Nice find- Ordered a set- I have the MY22 lights with the cubby light but its not super bright, this will be a nice add on. Thx

Since u have the cubby light. Do u also have the door and under feet ambient lighting?

 

[Nw_adventure]

Since u have the cubby light. Do u also have the door and under feet ambient lighting?

Yes 22/Lariats came with those - Would be nice if the back/bottom of the front seats had the lights too - Audis have ambient lighting dialed in

 

[InsaiyanAzn]

Yes 22/Lariats came with those - Would be nice if the back/bottom of the front seats had the lights too - Audis have ambient lighting dialed in

I ask because have u tried increasing brightness for ambient lighting in your infotainment system?

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