Yes, your 2025 Lariat heated steering wheel probably turned on automatically because it was about 10°C, and because you started the car with the air conditioning on "Auto".
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You seem to have experienced one of those improbable but not so rare little mechanical mysteries! This all fits well with a foreign body stuck, probably by external intrusion...
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Great write-up, Michael! Loved hearing how well the Tremor performed out there—sounds like a real-world test that proves its worth. That front camera feature alone sounds like a game-changer. Makes me even more excited to take mine off-road soon!
This issue is known on some models, as many units come from the factory with insufficient filling, which can lead to overheating, premature wear of the gears, or even PTU failure.
I had the same question early on—those constant charge cycles felt excessive. But from what I’ve read, hybrids are designed for that, and regen braking is actually good for battery health. It still feels weird at first, but I’ve come to trust the system. Curious to see how it holds up long-term...