Check out the Lund 969380 tri fold on Amazon. I think it might be what you're looking for. Very high-quality hard cover with vinyl covering over the top. Sharp looking, easy installation.
Granger Ford, of Granger Iowa, has sold many Mavericks to members of the forum. Great dealership. Straight up honest and no funny business. I am sure many others will vouch for them.
You should be able to see the real time engagement and disengagement of rear axles on the driver info screen. Toggle thru the various screens to find it.
Was not laughing at you. It's just that I did the same thing very recently. Glad I had the keypad; it saved my ass. Would have had to walk two miles in subzero temperatures if it were not for that.