AWD stopped working at the worst time

[TechnoSwiss]

Yes, that bug is pretty widely known, but clearly not universally known. Putting on the display is key to understanding what's going on.

Is there a post somewhere about this, or a technical alert from Ford? First time I've heard of the issue before, doesn't rule out it being widely known but a quick search was only returning this post on the issue for me.

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[RickLightning]

Is there a post somewhere about this, or a technical alert from Ford? First time I've heard of the issue before, doesn't rule out it being widely known but a quick search was only returning this post on the issue for me.

From Ford? Never.

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[daibt6]

Also thanks and was unaware of this bug. I was just at Grover beach, ca last week and got stuck on lightly deep sand. Coming from LR3 and used to having traction in any road condition, I was shocked my 24 lightning got stuck so easily. Fortunately the off road with diff lock worked and pulled me out (my first time using) If that glitch was present, are you saying that mode would not engage all 4 wheels and remain stuck? I’m checking if there are any recalls for this and hoping so since winters in PNW can get gnarly. Thanks for sharing.

 

[cc_lightning]

are you saying that mode would not engage all 4 wheels and remain stuck

Yes, off road mode selected. Locking diff selected. Front wheel did not spin at all.

 

[Webbo85]

Interestingly enough, after over 2 years of ownership, I just had the front motor not work after charging on Friday. Unplugged in the morning, driving and I noticed power was at 56%, switched to the power distribution screen and noticed front wasn't getting any power. Turned it off, then back on and it was back at 100% for about 30 seconds and then dropped out again. Was then fine when I went out to lunch. That night, I was topping off for a trip, unplugged and started driving, was back at 56%. Turned it off at a Stop sign, went to 100%, then dropped down to 56% again after a half mile or so. Stopped at the food store and turned it off and let it sit for probably 10 minutes, came out and it was at 100% and stayed at 100% for the 2 hour drive. So I'm going to charge tonight, going to see if it happens again, would think it's a heat issue or a new software glitch.

 

[pdp0617]

OK, I just bought a new 2025 lariat lightning. Can someone tell me where this power display of the wheels is located please. I’ve been up and down all the entries on the vehicle displays (after I press the truck icon at the top) and I can’t seem to find it anywhere.

 

[Webbo85]

OK, I just bought a new 2025 lariat lightning. Can someone tell me where this power display of the wheels is located please. I’ve been up and down all the entries on the vehicle displays (after I press the truck icon at the top) and I can’t seem to find it anywhere.

It's on the Instrument Cluster Display. Use the up/down buttons on the steering wheel to look at it. You may need to add it in My View.

 

[Karlos]

Interestingly enough, after over 2 years of ownership, I just had the front motor not work after charging on Friday. Unplugged in the morning, driving and I noticed power was at 56%, switched to the power distribution screen and noticed front wasn't getting any power. Turned it off, then back on and it was back at 100% for about 30 seconds and then dropped out again. Was then fine when I went out to lunch. That night, I was topping off for a trip, unplugged and started driving, was back at 56%. Turned it off at a Stop sign, went to 100%, then dropped down to 56% again after a half mile or so. Stopped at the food store and turned it off and let it sit for probably 10 minutes, came out and it was at 100% and stayed at 100% for the 2 hour drive. So I'm going to charge tonight, going to see if it happens again, would think it's a heat issue or a new software glitch.

What was your SOC during this event ?

 

[Webbo85]

What was your SOC during this event ?

100% the first time, and 98% the next. Both times it happened it was immediately after pulling off my home charger, so that's where I'm not sure if it was a heat issue. Hasn't done it again, but will be charging to 100% on Saturday so we'll see what happens.

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