Successful Paddle Shifters install on 2022 Maverick XL Ecoboost !!!

[Calmate']

Thanks to VTec87pr1 and this awesome Maverick truck club I was able to gather all the parts needed, and the very detailed instructions from VTec87pr1 - I decided just to share my experience, but I’m not writing this up as a step-by-step do it yourself please find VTec87pr1 post on how to do it - He deserves all the credit for diving into the world of new vehicle electronics modifications. I read his post on modifying Maverick ecoboosts to SST sport paddle shift system. I started by searching high and low for a 2021 Ford bronco sport steering wheel with paddle shifters (ebay -$120) I believe it’s only 2021 and I think only equipped on the Badlands model - I was able to source the pigtail wire connectors and steering control module and switches at a good price for my friend who works for a dealer . The procedure is straightforward as long as you take your time pay attention to all details and double check yourself along the way before reassembly - I dusted off a seven-year-old windows laptop and bought the $38 Forscan OBD two connector cable from Amazon. I down loaded the software paid $12 for the extended license in order to configure any module that I want. I think this would be a skill level 4 on a scale from 1 to 5 . if you have installed and wired/soldered in a good car stereo and speakers, you should be able to do this also.. I didn’t have any experience with Forscan but I watched a few YouTube videos and that was enough for me to understand and grab the concept- (I’m 56 so new to programming) I was able to easily configure the up and down paddle shifters and again thanks to VTec87pr1 I was also able to configure the gear indicator on the dash it’s so freaking cool.!!!

I’ve really enjoyed driving my Maverick since new, but always hated having to hit the L button for the computer to downshift the truck into whatever gear it wanted to when descending mountains, or steep hills

- Man let me tell you what an absolute improvement in the drive ability of this little truck, and so much fun! It gave this little truck a whole new spirit ! It’s a true pleasure to drive now - I haven’t programmed lane departure, warning, and speed recognition
yet but I have already found what modules I need to tweak. I know there has been talk about different shifters with the M for manual mode, but I haven’t found a need for that. The truck drives and shifts completely normal until you tap the paddle shifters and then the gear indicator lights up on the dash and you can shift up or down as long as you don’t over rev the computer will let you keep it in that gear. If you let off the gas or stop using the paddle shifters the computer takes back over the indicator turns off and the truck drives like normal. It is a super sweet set up. i’ll post some random pictures. i’ll post some random pictures of the install and wiring in hopes that that helps some of you guys also. I’ll try a video later ….

VTec87pr1 you are the man - thank you
Sincerely
“Calmate”


2022 XL Area 51 Bronco sport 18”wheels
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[TrailMaster]

Oh that's sweet. Can't see myself doing it, but I admire and envy you guys' skill -- and bravery.

I did do some of the easy ForScan tweaks tho (Start/Stop and drive modes). Thinking of doing the lane keep tweak and TSR but I'm still not sure they'll work right on the 6" FX4 screen so I'm kinda askeered.

Anyway, great work on this mod!

 

[jdonnery]

That seems like a lot of work for a non-sporty truck.

 

[Halo9x]

That seems like a lot of work for a non-sporty truck.

You must be driving the hybrid.

 

[Calmate']

 

[Vtec87pr1]

@Calmate' great job thanks for the credit. Im happy it all work out for your maverick.

 

[NotGoose]

I just checked my crystal ballz, it shows paddle shifting is in my future!

Thank you for all for sharing these helpful posts. All the paddle shift posts have been awesome!

 

[jaybird]

Thanks to VTec87pr1 and this awesome Maverick truck club I was able to gather all the parts needed, and the very detailed instructions from VTec87pr1 - I decided just to share my experience, but I’m not writing this up as a step-by-step do it yourself please find VTec87pr1 post on how to do it - He deserves all the credit for diving into the world of new vehicle electronics modifications. I read his post on modifying Maverick ecoboosts to SST sport paddle shift system. I started by searching high and low for a 2021 Ford bronco sport steering wheel with paddle shifters (ebay -$120) I believe it’s only 2021 and I think only equipped on the Badlands model - I was able to source the pigtail wire connectors and steering control module and switches at a good price for my friend who works for a dealer . The procedure is straightforward as long as you take your time pay attention to all details and double check yourself along the way before reassembly - I dusted off a seven-year-old windows laptop and bought the $38 Forscan OBD two connector cable from Amazon. I down loaded the software paid $12 for the extended license in order to configure any module that I want. I think this would be a skill level 4 on a scale from 1 to 5 . if you have installed and wired/soldered in a good car stereo and speakers, you should be able to do this also.. I didn’t have any experience with Forscan but I watched a few YouTube videos and that was enough for me to understand and grab the concept- (I’m 56 so new to programming) I was able to easily configure the up and down paddle shifters and again thanks to VTec87pr1 I was also able to configure the gear indicator on the dash it’s so freaking cool.!!!

I’ve really enjoyed driving my Maverick since new, but always hated having to hit the L button for the computer to downshift the truck into whatever gear it wanted to when descending mountains, or steep hills

- Man let me tell you what an absolute improvement in the drive ability of this little truck, and so much fun! It gave this little truck a whole new spirit ! It’s a true pleasure to drive now - I haven’t programmed lane departure, warning, and speed recognition
yet but I have already found what modules I need to tweak. I know there has been talk about different shifters with the M for manual mode, but I haven’t found a need for that. The truck drives and shifts completely normal until you tap the paddle shifters and then the gear indicator lights up on the dash and you can shift up or down as long as you don’t over rev the computer will let you keep it in that gear. If you let off the gas or stop using the paddle shifters the computer takes back over the indicator turns off and the truck drives like normal. It is a super sweet set up. i’ll post some random pictures. i’ll post some random pictures of the install and wiring in hopes that that helps some of you guys also. I’ll try a video later ….

VTec87pr1 you are the man - thank you
Sincerely
“Calmate”


2022 XL Area 51 Bronco sport 18”wheels
Panda Tuner with S&B intake -

Very nicely done.

 

[FischAutoTechGarten]

Is there a heated steering wheel available with these paddles?

 

[Calmate']

The steering wheel I installed is not heated - I didn’t research what stock application would use a heated steering wheel. I live in California, so don’t really need it. - member VTec87pr1 installed a very nice aftermarket, steering wheel with paddle shifters and it’s heated. When I did my modification, I saw the connectors for heated steering wheel, but not sure if an XL Maverick is fully equipped to power it.

 

[Joester]

Great.
Super.
Fantastic.
So now I need to do the paddle shifters with the F150 shifter!

Keep it up guys, I'll be broke in no time...

Main question I have is "What does this do to any warranty on the truck?"

 

[Joester]

You must be driving the hybrid.

I can see this being a great addition to the EcoBoost.

 

[Dad]

Great modification that gives a huge boost to driver control of the truck. I have the paddles on our Palisade and they were invaluable in controlling the vehicle up and down mountain roads. In my mind, this is more of a safety feature than mere convenience. Shout out to @Vtec87pr1 and yourself for the extensive research, build, and documenting the install. Are you listening, Ford?

 

[Mc_Flier]

Awesome work. Great project.
Someone always needs to rain on a parade.

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