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At one time, Ford's website had Tech Specs documents for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 model years. I have all three versions archived on my...
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I have seen both 11.3kw and 11.6kw for the SR charger. A Ford video said 11.3kW - it was talking about the 2024 Lightning Pro as I...
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PS: the video also mentions that while charging the HV battery, the 12V battery gets charged by the DC-DC converter, as well as while...
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I read somewhere that the SR and Flash have one 11.3kW(?) charger, while the ER has two 9.6kW chargers (for a total of 19.2kw). All...
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Just wanted to say - this was a great thread to read through - thanks for the excellent dialogue!
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The SOBDM handles primary AC from the EVSE.. The GFM2 kicks in when commanded by the SOBDM (BAttery CHarger) The GFM2 is the secondary...
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It would be great if they restored the ability to control the Zone Lighting feature.
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Went to iOS App Store and saw 6.2.0 was released for me 1 hour ago, so updated. Went to app and PPO wasn't there. Forced closed app and...
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Wattsgas reacted to Revenge's post in the thread Farley says Ford is behind in EV (vs. Tesla and China) so Ford can't afford to "walk away from EVs." with
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They could have just replaced the gas door with the electric door thus putting the charger connection where it should have been so we... -
Wattsgas reacted to JTWIRE55's post in the thread Farley says Ford is behind in EV (vs. Tesla and China) so Ford can't afford to "walk away from EVs." with Like.
I agree, had a RST Silverado EV and it was no where as comfortable ride quality as the Lightning. Only plus with Silverado is 450 mile...
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Wattsgas reacted to On the Road with Ralph's post in the thread Farley says Ford is behind in EV (vs. Tesla and China) so Ford can't afford to "walk away from EVs." with Like.
As an actual Ford stockholder, and as someone who has overseen the design and engineering of a specialized EV, I disagree with just...
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Wattsgas reacted to Altivec's post in the thread Farley says Ford is behind in EV (vs. Tesla and China) so Ford can't afford to "walk away from EVs." with Like.
This back and forth flip flopping in the media is not helping Ford in any way. Farley just needs to keep his mouth shut and do a lot...
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Wattsgas reacted to MAhauler's post in the thread Tesla Supercharger station availability now appearing in Google Maps + Apple Maps with Like.
Live availability info on Tesla Supercharger stalls are now showing in Google Maps and Apple Maps. They show the number of open stalls...
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In reading the Workshop Manual on AC Charging System Operation, every vehicle has a SOBDM which is the considered the primary Battery...
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Chasing a 100% accurate answer, but the documentation on the charger system suggests the second charger is only used when input current...
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I talked to the service manager at my local Ford dealer in August to talk about the GSM replacement. He advised that the replacement...
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Wattsgas reacted to ElectrifyingMe25's post in the thread One Reason EV Owners Pay Higher Insurance Rates with Sad.
This is a YouTube video that documents a man's fight to save his F150 Lightning Flash from getting declared totaled. This fight was the...
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Wattsgas reacted to gbuydos's post in the thread Turn off lights during Climate pre conditioning with Like.
We were at the football game a few days ago and I went to pre climate condition the truck just before the game was over. I could see...
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Wattsgas reacted to 02Reaper's post in the thread Walk Away Lock is Rolling Out to 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning with Like.
22 owner here....Where are them updates at?
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Interesting questions that @Ford Motor Company {Brian} might help with. I appreciate the nerdy details too.
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How do the dual OBCs work on the truck? Are they load balanced so they share the incoming load (even low amps), or one needs to get at...
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Gotta love the "I'm in EAP". #NotSupposedToDiscloseThat
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@Ford Motor Company Is this update in testing or general release?
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Wattsgas reacted to -plavarenne's post in the thread Bull Ring Anchors Installed in Stake Pockets (front specific) with Like.
I have always liked to install Bull Ring anchors in the stake pockets of my 6.5’ bed F150s in the past. When I went to throw them into...
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Hmm. I wonder if the truck will pay more attention to the Home Integration System when the truck has to be aroused from deep sleep to...
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Wattsgas reacted to RLXXI's post in the thread Ford removing Public Charging app from Lightning!! with Like.
I always use google maps when out and about. Think I used the Ford nav once? Not impressed.
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Wattsgas reacted to Kev12345's post in the thread Ford removing Public Charging app from Lightning!! with Like.
why is it so hard to copy Tesla's nav? just copy it. its what we all want...
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(833) 389-0848 I called after finding the number through the ford chatbot. I wanted to see if they could see anything on their end why...
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Wattsgas reacted to Ford Motor Company's post in the thread Ford considers ending F-150 Lightning with Like.
Right now, we’re focused on producing F-150 ICE and Hybrid as we recover from the fire at Novelis. We will bring Rouge Electric Vehicle...
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Wattsgas reacted to RickKeen's post in the thread Still not happy with camera auto-switching when backing trailers. with Like.
Ford engineers are wrong if they think that people can line up a trailer hitch on first try, every attempt and then just put their truck...
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Wattsgas reacted to Adventureboy's post in the thread UTA's - Unexplained Truck Activities with Like.
The unlock sensor is on the backside of the handle. I've noticed that with recent Ford App updates, these sensors don't work if my...
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Wattsgas reacted to flyin525's post in the thread Pro Trailer Hitch Assist via OTA update for MY22? with Like.
After making the change you posted, mine seemed to work. I said no trailer, then it popped up a target that you had to aim the truck at...
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Wattsgas reacted to theaustinite's post in the thread Pro Trailer Hitch Assist via OTA update for MY22? with Like.
I did ALL the updates available back in August. (Only missing BCM with WAL) I made the above edit to PCM, rebooted it, and drove about...
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Wattsgas reacted to bmwhitetx's post in the thread Pro Trailer Hitch Assist via OTA update for MY22? with Like.
In this post @RickLightning says he got Pro Trailer Hitch Assist (aka Auto Hitch) on his 2022 after an update. I just checked my 2022...
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Wattsgas reacted to Ford Motor Company's post in the thread Pro Trailer Hitch Assist via OTA update for MY22? with Like.
Let me find out what I can.
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Wattsgas replied to the thread Still not happy with camera auto-switching when backing trailers..Thanks for the tip it works.
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Wattsgas replied to the thread Still not happy with camera auto-switching when backing trailers..As another complaint. I like to open my door and pick a spot on the ground to see if the truck drifts or, if I want to move a inch or...
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Wattsgas reacted to RickKeen's post in the thread Still not happy with camera auto-switching when backing trailers. with Like.
Was that time of the year to pull the boats out of the lake. Was reminded once again how disappointed I am in the uselessness of the...
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Wattsgas reacted to TaxmanHog's post in the thread Pro Trailer Hitch Assist via OTA update for MY22? with Like.
@Ford Motor Company are there any plans in the pipeline to bring this feature to 2022 & 2023 Lightnings?
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Wattsgas reacted to MAPO CZ's post in the thread Greetings from the heart of Europe... Czech Republic with Like.
Greetings from Central Europe (Czech Republic), where my new Lightning, far from its home country :) , brings joy not only to me but...
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Wattsgas reacted to The Weatherman's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
If you read the recall carefully it talks about the backup lights flickering or failing. I did have the light bar replaced under the...
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Wattsgas reacted to TaxmanHog's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
In previous campaigns, I've seen mention of reimbursements for recent paid repairs for other issues, hopefully they offer that for those...
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Wattsgas reacted to Ford Motor Company's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
Sorry for the slow contribution here. Confirming that this is rolling out. Once I get my hands on the details (and approval to share) I...
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Wattsgas reacted to RickLightning's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
That is why you need to do file the complaint. It was BS that Ford wasn't taking care of it. Now, they get to have ANOTHER recall on...
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Wattsgas reacted to luebri's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
Not showing in my app yet, but is showing on Ford.com VIN lookup for both my previous Lightning and my current Lightning! I don't see me...
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Wattsgas reacted to TaxmanHog's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Like.
This is now showing on my Ford App, {Active Recalls} list. My tailgate light bar is fine since it was previously serviced, but I'll let...
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Wattsgas reacted to Ffxdude's post in the thread 25SB6/25V731 Rear Lightbar Inspection Post #46 with Sad.
See post # 46 https://www.f150lightningforum.com/forum/threads/25sb6-25v731-rear-lightbar-inspection-post-46.32336/post-606888...
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Auto mode doesn't defrost the windows. You need to select defrost on the climate screen or go max defrost with the button. Also, in...
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Wattsgas reacted to tearitupsports's post in the thread Storing Lower-Cost Energy in Your Lightning to Power Your Home and Returning Power Back to the Grid with Like.
The Ford HIS system is $3800, and the charger is about $1400. The HIS includes a solar/battery hybrid inverter (as well as the input...