Well that’s the way I see it but maybe I missing something. I guess I couldn’t care less if there is no built in GPS. As for the key pad well I have it but really don’t use it but yeah I think that’s one they should have kept.
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Why No Keypad?
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Of course, everything they have changed is to cut costs or increase profit, or both together. Either way the buyer gets less value for the money.
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You have a Lariat with the smart key so yeah the keypad is, less important. I used it often with the XLT when I don't have easy access to the key fob.
Right very understandable. It should have been retained. I can even see scenarios where I would use it but just haven’t to this point. Nice option to have at least.
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Never have used the keypad, never will. An extra cost item I never use. I've used the built-in nav on my truck and the last three vehicles. Free updates for three years and works great. Since I don't keep my vehicles longer than three years works out just right.
Get one here
https://www.getoemparts.com/oem-par...zP1MrUMPV_jGBVVLyR3QtLJLLkHTrJBEaAtedEALw_wcB
Have added it to all our late model Ford's that didn't have it.
Do the beach a lot here and always lock my key hidden in the car in a Aluminum box that contains and stops any electronics from transponding.
https://www.getoemparts.com/oem-par...zP1MrUMPV_jGBVVLyR3QtLJLLkHTrJBEaAtedEALw_wcB
Have added it to all our late model Ford's that didn't have it.
Do the beach a lot here and always lock my key hidden in the car in a Aluminum box that contains and stops any electronics from transponding.
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I have the factory keypad, but I could add this to the tailgate area to unlock the locking tailgate. Assuming it supports unlocking all doors.
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I use Android Auto because I have to now. I'm not a fan of it. The only way to stop it from recommending trips to me is to force Google to not remember anything - and I mean ANYTHING - I search for. The settings are awful. Some vehicles are coming with google maps right out of the gate now which is nice. But Android Auto is meh at best and I think that's being nice about it. It's really personal preference. I chose to mount my phone near the head unit for quick access and a direct connection since wireless/BT is also a disaster in these trucks. I have a magnet on the outside of my case for mounting it and not really into wireless charging. I like being able to hit the google voice search button on my phone and have the search results come up because the Android Auto one and navigating it is also sometimes pretty crappy. A couple spots I go for pick up in town that I don't care to save numbers in my phone are easily accessible this way - where as when I tried it with Android Auto the results were garbage. But I do agree that paying a subscription for use of GPS is a joke and someone should be shot for implementing it.
As for the keypad I'm surprised how many times I've been outside without my keys and wanted access to my truck. Makes it nice and easy. Never had one before and I definitely enjoy having it now.
I love the keypad on my 23, lets me lock the fob in the vehicle and not cart it around.
No key pad or heated wiper park WOOHOO my 22 XLT luxury mav just went up in price around $5000. if i wanted to sell which i dont
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