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I'll give you a little leeway because you haven't seen or experienced what I have over the past 40+ years as a professional auto tech so... -
TaxmanHog replied to the thread Frunk Randomly Opened When Truck Was Unlocked.After entering your door code, there is an option to follow-up w/i 5 seconds with a: 7/8 to OPEN Frunk, or a 5/6 to open the tailgate.
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TaxmanHog replied to the thread 12V battery charge.Trickle chargers aren't the best tool to diagnose a LVB capacity issues If it's suspect have a comprehensive load test done on it at...
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TaxmanHog reacted to astrand1's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with
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Yep! That could have been a huge rabbit hole. That tech was on his game. -
TaxmanHog replied to the thread Lightning Experience Improvement Suggestions.Set the parking brake once in the perfect position.
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TaxmanHog reacted to WXman's post in the thread Ford Power Promise has been extended through Jan 5, 2026 with Like.
This is a FANTASTIC promotion that Ford is doing. It is the sole thing that sealed the deal for me when I was at the dealership...
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Does anyone know the type and size of the screws used to secure the wheel well liners. I added mud flaps and ended up losing one. I used...
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TaxmanHog reacted to sotek2345's post in the thread My Lightning got a little brother today… with Like.
I am just getting a second EVSE put in. No fighting and we can both precondition on winter mornings.
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TaxmanHog reacted to p52Ranch's post in the thread My Lightning got a little brother today… with Haha.
That sounds like the couple getting their "charge on"....
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TaxmanHog reacted to ericpullen's post in the thread My Lightning got a little brother today… with Like.
My wife was wanting in on the EV action, but figured it would be a while before we could order her a Mach-E. Dealer said today they had...
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TaxmanHog reacted to Discwizard70's post in the thread My Lightning got a little brother today… with Haha.
Hmmm, would one give birth to a golf cart, or maybe a ATV EV?
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TaxmanHog reacted to The Weatherman's post in the thread Here’s a little EV Ear Candy I come across today. with Love.
This is a neighbor to the north that is as enthusiastic about EV Trucks are we are. Enjoy!!
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TaxmanHog reacted to RLXXI's post in the thread New Tire Offering: Goodyear Wrangler ElectricDrive AT with Like.
From what I've read about EV specific tires is they focus on ride quality (including noise reduction) and lower rolling resistance...
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TaxmanHog reacted to 123XYZ's post in the thread Installing Pro Power Onboard 9.6kW Inverter - OEM with Like.
It boils down to a pretty simple and sensible rule. If you do something they ask you not to do (aftermarket parts, unapproved...
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TaxmanHog reacted to B177y's post in the thread Run 3 phase tool (120/220v) from Lightning PPO with Like.
That plate looks like "220 - 440" to me. I don't see 208 anywhere. You should be good to go. How did the "three phase" concern come...
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TaxmanHog reacted to B177y's post in the thread Run 3 phase tool (120/220v) from Lightning PPO with Like.
+1 for a phase converter. Might be less expensive to get a different tool.
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TaxmanHog reacted to PolymerBuilt's post in the thread Run 3 phase tool (120/220v) from Lightning PPO with Like.
Look up "rotary phase converter" if it's more than just a motor you're trying to power.
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TaxmanHog reacted to PolymerBuilt's post in the thread Run 3 phase tool (120/220v) from Lightning PPO with Like.
Is it something you can return for a 240V tool? There are ways to do it but depending on what you're trying to convert it could get...
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I agree with others that you might need a larger sample size than a few hours. If your phone has used very little battery in total...
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My phones battery was a lot lower than I expected this morning (I don’t always charge my phone overnight) so I looked at what was...
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TaxmanHog reacted to AntJohn73's post in the thread P0B24:21 Code Bad Battery Module 9 2023 ER with Like.
Hey guys! I bought my 2023 Lariat in April of 2024. It now has 18,000 miles on it and has been a great truck with no issues. Towards the...
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TaxmanHog replied to the thread P0B24:21 Code Bad Battery Module 9 2023 ER.See related thread Powertrain Malfunction/ Reduced Power
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I would do a full charge of the HVB to start, then connect a known good 12v charger to the CORRECT connections under the passenger side...
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There is a simple procedure for resetting the learned values for the 12v battery. I recomend disconnecting the 12v battery, charging it...
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TaxmanHog reacted to The Weatherman's post in the thread A few of questions for the Gurus with Like.
Just for future reference: you may want to update your profile and/or signature to include the Model and Year of your Lightning. It...
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TaxmanHog replied to the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad.You are blessed with a "GOOD" tech, he deserves a case of his favorite beverage.
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TaxmanHog reacted to LightningB514's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Like.
They did mentioned opening the Frunk but I think it was per protocol to verify the error. It seems they went into the glovebox to find...
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TaxmanHog reacted to digitaldad's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Like.
Oh, I thought it said opened "glovebox"?
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TaxmanHog reacted to digitaldad's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Love.
Thanks for sharing. Shout out to that tech for great notes (each color wire identified)...I hope that is a permanent fix for you. Nerd...
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TaxmanHog reacted to LightningB514's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Love.
See attached invoice
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TaxmanHog reacted to chl's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Haha.
Everyone focused on "broke down" but...what about the 'unexpectedly' part? Are break downs ever 'expected?' That has me gruntled!
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TaxmanHog reacted to DrMad900's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Like.
happy for you and hope mine get fixed soon!
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TaxmanHog reacted to LightningB514's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Love.
Yes. Will do.
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TaxmanHog reacted to El Duderino's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Love.
Happy to hear your truck is fixed. If possible, can you post a picture of your paperwork from the dealership with repair description? It...
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TaxmanHog reacted to DrMad900's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Like.
My Ford dealer just sent a mobile service to check it. The tech said that there is a problem with high speed CAN modules that are not...
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TaxmanHog reacted to LightningB514's post in the thread Truck Broke Down Unexpectedly - I am frustrated and sad with Wow.
I just got an update this morning. My truck is fixed!!! They said there was wires shorting out near the airbag causing all of this. I’m...
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Your transfer switch does not switch the neutral conductor between generator and utility power, so the other options for using the...
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TaxmanHog reacted to RLXXI's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Like.
You're forgetting about all those electronic modules thru out the truck, they can empty a bank account in no time flat without coverage...
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TaxmanHog reacted to WXman's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Haha.
Some thoughts: You should watch some videos The Car Guy has posted to YouTube along with his guest Nate from Next Gen Powertrain...
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TaxmanHog reacted to ClevelandBeemer's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Like.
This video totally makes sense given the amount of different vehicles Ford makes. This is not to excuse their quality control issues...
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TaxmanHog reacted to WaterboyNorCal's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Like.
You are correct. The HV battery is NOT covered by the PremiumCare EV extended warranty. The HV battery is covered under the standard...
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TaxmanHog reacted to Adventureboy's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Like.
I've owned F150s for decades, and the Lightning shows the same trend as all of my others. Most of them I pushed well into 200,000mi...
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TaxmanHog reacted to LSUT1GER's post in the thread Recall king = Repair cost after warranty? with Like.
I got the Granger 9 Years 150,000 miles. I plan on driving my Lightning until the wheels fall off. Best vehicle I have ever owned.
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2023 Lariat ER. Build date Oct 14, 2023
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I got the Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power message while on a road trip. I didn't notice it until the truck wouldn't charge faster...
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I have two homes, one in the Mojave Desert and the other in the rural hills of the Ozark Mountains. In both locations I am miles from...
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TaxmanHog reacted to Astrotrain00's post in the thread Front Parking Sensor Activates Every Time I Go 5 MPH - Help Requested! with Like.
Yeah, that's kind of what I was thinking, too. Appreciate the help, y'all.
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TaxmanHog reacted to Adventureboy's post in the thread Front Parking Sensor Activates Every Time I Go 5 MPH - Help Requested! with Like.
I wouldn't take it to the dealer unless the problem recurs. Sometimes the brains just need a reset for things to work properly after an...
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TaxmanHog reacted to Astrotrain00's post in the thread Front Parking Sensor Activates Every Time I Go 5 MPH - Help Requested! with Like.
For those interested (or find this in 6 months with the same issue), I took the suggestion of RLXXI and did a LVB reset. Appears to...
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TaxmanHog reacted to jwrezz's post in the thread Intended use for slotted space on front console? with Wow.
Thank you. I have a lariat, ER, but I was upset at not having the 240v outlet in the back, and now this is missing. Oddly spec'd truck...
