Also, I see you have a base plate for towing behind an RV/Motorhome. Had my Blue Ox installed yesterday with the Demco brake controller and a trickle battery charger. I read that the Maverick is an excellent Toad. Can’t wait to find out for myself!
Thanks for the explanation on ICE. Also, I know everything has to be off when flat towing in Neutral Tow, but I didn’t know the ICE has to be started initially while going to D, then R, and then finally to N, as you pointed out in the first few steps of your checklist. Good to know!
Oh, and I forgot to mention that I have an actual key (XL), not the push button start that I’ve become accustomed to in my other cars. It sucks that when I go into Neutral Tow, the key won’t come out of the ignition. I guess there’s no getting around that, except to make sure I always have my...
I really like your Checklist Dave. But I’m not understanding Step 1.
I’m not sure what ICE is, and my engine never starts when I turn the key…it always goes to battery power and says READY. And by fully pressing the throttle, I’m assuming you’re referring to the gas pedal (but we all know...
So there you go Dave, you’re making it easy for yourself…since you’re driving under six hours a day, you can just disregard that whole note entirely!
It’s my understanding that the 15 minute wait time is for when you’re done towing and you’re taking it out of Neutral Tow to go back to regular driving.
According to the note I found that I highlighted in the included attachment, it says after every six hour (or less) driving period, shift into...
Has there been an explanation yet for the 15 minute rule…
“6. Before starting the engine, wait 15 minutes with all doors closed and without interacting with the vehicle.“
So does this mean I have to sit in the truck for 15 minutes without interacting, i.e. opening the doors?
I guess my only...