Neutral tow mode - HELP!

[Twinboat]

I'm an XL with a Key start.

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[BradnChristine]

I'm an XL with a Key start.

Same instructions...it is just different how you get to accessory mode in an XL or XLT than a Lariat. With push button, if you don't step on the brake, the button puts you into Accessory mode. If you do step on the brake while pushing the button, then the truck is fully started. No other situations but off. With a key, I think there are more positions to consider. I don't know if that's the issue...but the problem seems to only be reported (so far) by folks with trucks that take keys.

 

[bobhardy3]

Sorry to read you're in our club (failure to leave NT properly). My dealer supposedly uldated the main computer and reset the ICP. He communicated with the Ford guys at corporate. I'm not optimistic. Really, i think it is the same fix 2 othet dealers used on the truck. I tried shifting into BT and drifting down a hill with NT engaged. It came out of NT correctly. I need a weekend trip to verify if it is fixed.

I contacted Roadmaster and they said there have been problems with a brake relay installed during baseplate install. I installed myself and didn't add the relay. He said there are two wires the same color at the pedal and it's a 50/50 chance you get the right one. I explained that I don't have one, so that eliminates that as the issue. Oh, about an hour ago, both TPMS failed after

 

[kylec]

Well I believe my problem has been resolved. I have towed successfully on round trips three times! It truly was the wiring and installing an aftermarket brake light switch on the Maverick. I wish I could tell you more but it comes right of Neutral Tow mode without a problem.

 

[bobhardy3]

I'm glad you have success. I need to tow a few times before I'm convinced. Fingers crossed!

 

[KathyG]

Well I believe my problem has been resolved. I have towed successfully on round trips three times! It truly was the wiring and installing an aftermarket brake light switch on the Maverick. I wish I could tell you more but it comes right of Neutral Tow mode without a problem.

Hi Kyle,
To clarify, is it because you did not have brake relay switch taking power from motorhome tail lite signal?
That is the way I wired it using Roadmaster/Etrailer guidance. Havent towed it yet.

 

[Twinboat]

I do not have any wires or switchs added to my brake light switch.

I do have a wireless transmitter tied into my 3rd brake light over the cab.

 

[bobhardy3]

Well I believe my problem has been resolved. I have towed successfully on round trips three times! It truly was the wiring and installing an aftermarket brake light switch on the Maverick. I wish I could tell you more but it comes right of Neutral Tow mode without a problem.

Do you use diodes and your truck lights or a separately mounted brake light? RM implied the problem was a relay installed on the brake pedal wiring. (I don't have one)

 

[Jayandita]

Watching. Demco baseplates and RVi 2 brake system.
Happened to us twice on our current trip. We go for 6 months at a time so this might get interesting.

fixed twice by disconnecting negative cable for 10 minutes. Hope there is a known fix soon.

 

[KathyG]

Watching. Demco baseplates and RVi 2 brake system.
Happened to us twice on our current trip. We go for 6 months at a time so this might get interesting.

fixed twice by disconnecting negative cable for 10 minutes. Hope there is a known fix soon.

Did you put diode wiring system for rear lights?
If so, did you install brake light relay switch under dash?
I think problem may be lack of braje light relay.
How are you equipped?

 

[Karmasect]

I am very interested also. ‘24 Lariat with Invisibrake. I did NOT install the relay after reading this thread. Only done a short test toad’ing so very interested to hear if the relay does indeed seem to be related to there neutral tow issues.

mark

 

[Jayandita]

Did you put diode wiring system for rear lights?
If so, did you install brake light relay switch under dash?
I think problem may be lack of braje light relay.
How are you equipped?

yep. Diodes installed. Relay might be the issue. Has anyone confirmed it resolves the issue?

 

[BradnChristine]

I am very interested also. ‘24 Lariat with Invisibrake. I did NOT install the relay after reading this thread. Only done a short test toad’ing so very interested to hear if the relay does indeed seem to be related to there neutral tow issues.

mark

I have diodes directly wired inside the tail lights from the 6-pin connector). NO problems. I also use a simple old BrakeBuddy for supplemental braking.

2622 miles towed over a 2+ week period. I have a Lariat with push-button start. Every time I have heard of someone having a neutral tow problem, it has been on an XLT so far. Easy to get the key sequence incorrect, not so easy to mess up the Lariat.

 

[KathyG]

yep. Diodes installed. Relay might be the issue. Has anyone confirmed it resolves the issue?

I think it is electrical feedback into the PCM due to no brake relay switch. Disconnecting the battery resets the module.
The brake relay switch is a bit difficult to install - but I was able to do it (tight spot to access).
We towed our XLT multiple times on a six week trip (about 3000 miles total distance) in all kinds of weather and it performed without any problems.
We have a Stay and Play brake system and Roadmaster baseplate and tow bar.

 

[Rufus]

Well I believe my problem has been resolved. I have towed successfully on round trips three times! It truly was the wiring and installing an aftermarket brake light switch on the Maverick. I wish I could tell you more but it comes right of Neutral Tow mode without a problem.

I am setting up my 2023 Maverick XLT for flat towing as I type. The Brake-Lite Relay from Roadmaster has two sets of instructions. The technician from eTrailer.com indicated that the Mav requires using the "Instruction Sheet B". Other than that, is there anything else required that you were made aware of in your experience? Thanks so much for the help!

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