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I have a rule of thumb for software recalls or software updates for ANYTHING; if possible wait at least 60 days, or better 90 days after initial public rollout. OEM's now days don't want to do multiple cycles of Beta/pre-release or early-release testing before rolling out something en masse...

There may be a service feature to "relearn" the charge characteristics of the either battery, typically used when a battery is replaced, but can be done if the battery condition wasn't learned correctly from the start. Many modern battery management systems monitor net energy (current over...

I haven't found anywhere where Ford or a 3rd party confirms the exact lithium chemistry used for the Mav. You? From unofficial references to cell counts versus pack operating voltages, it *appears* to be 3.7v Li-ion, but maybe modified chemistry or construction to tolerate higher operating...

An engineer, home owner, annoyed truck owner--Ford didn't provide an access hatch, like my Mazda-- pragmatic (the challenge of nearly "no parts required"), the solution doesn't leave another hole to cause possible turbulent noise, or another opening for debris, and never having to remove the...

I modified the fibrous cover so I can do oil and filter without removing the cover. For the oil drain plug, like others, just did a bit of trimming towards the passenger side of the cover to allow it to drain into a pan. For the filter, with the cover on the truck, I pushed an awl directly...

The AC Cooling kicks in a t 110F AMBIENT, or 110F battery temp? As you've monitored (graphed) the temp PID(s), is there an obvious regulation set point or hysteresis temp range?

If you look at their posts, they interject re: quite a number of "issues". They're better staying in the puffery lane, than expressing concern and alluding that they can help in some way. Instead, when it REALLY hits the fan, they are no where to be found. Both dealerships are apparently...

We (OK, I) assess the Ford presence as being superfluous based on past responses and results of--or lack thereof based reports from those who Ford reached out to.

Lithium chemistry batteries are most efficient at taking/delivering charge between about 65F and 105F, rapidly deteriorating outside that range. Further the batteries start to suffer significant service life (# of charge cycles) damage at temperatures above 100F or so. I believe the service...

It's not a dealer issue, but a Ford issue, and should have reached out when the matter became known to them, via the *official* Ford presence, here. If I were the site owner, if the Ford presence never/rarely provided any meaningful assistance, then I'd block them, as it just frustrates the MPF...

Isn't that tail thingy on the plane supposed to point sorta up? :crackup:

Noticed the Ford rep is ghosting this thread/issue...

The HV battery is nominally 230V or so according to OBD PID's while driving. An OBD error is set if the battery voltage exceeds 258V, as the DC-DC and DC/3-Phase converters apparently don't like it higher than that. The service manual variously states "about 400V" and in other section "about...

A little info on the hybrid use of the A/C compressor for HV battery cooling https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/forum/threads/a-c-on-even-when-the-led-is-off.51505/post-904684

Bought my DIBL and tailgate liner from a RealTruck dealer locally, in June. Waited until they had a $30 rebate. Fits well. Most of the tie downs have to be removed for installation.

The air filter was spotless, no tears. Will see if silicon drops over time.

Also noted his Silicon ppm are higher, like mine. Would like to see that improved as well.

Very different operating conditions from mine. While his wear metric is a spectacular 1.8 ppm/1000 mi, mine is a good, but possibly not optimized 5.1 ppm/1000 mi. I aim to improve upon that.

You made my argument; for 0w20 or 5w20, vs 5w30, an immaterial to zero difference in viscosity for cold/cool ambient/operating, but a notable difference--I'm assuming beneficial until the next analysis-- in viscosity for hot ambient/operating, where my Mav spends the majority of its time. 5W...

I will note that virtually ALL modern engines which employ knock sensors will have a slight to significant improvement in throttle response, torque and MPG, due to the ability to advance ignition (and in some cases adjust valve) timing until the knock sensor senses knock. For...