What did you do to your Ranger today?

[airline tech]

Finally decided to bite the bullet and learn some basic circuitry to install lights in the bed. Very happy with the result. However I get kinda annoyed with the AUX power shuts off after 30min, I think I heard there’s a FORSCAN setting to modify this?

For the (Timing) issue
Where did you pick up power from?

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[davidtg7123]

For the (Timing) issue
Where did you pick up power from?

The hookup with the dummy plug under the rear drivers side. It’s right next to the tire. I used the outlet kit from wolfhaus offroad

 

[airline tech]

The hookup with the dummy plug under the rear driver's side. It’s right next to the tire. I used the outlet kit from wolfhaus offroad

Ok, yes that is powered by Power Point Relay #2 it shares (Relay Power) with the Rear Console USB Charging Ports.
Separate Fuses - Fuse 17 (Cargo) & Fuse 29 (USB-Ports)

Power Point Relay #1 - Feeds the Front Console Ports (Cigar Sockets)
Separate Fuses for each socket - Fuse 10 (Left) & Fuse 16 (Right)

The Front (USB) Ports are powered from the FCIM

Ok, now for the timing - everything that is powered from the (Power Point) Relays have a setting for Max Time allowed before they will shut off power with the truck (off)
Factory Set To - 75-Minutes
Power Point Relay Power - Both Front (Sockets) Relay #1
Both Rear (USB's) & Cargo (Added Socket) Relay #2

The Time setting is adjustable as follows (Below) but if they are timing out faster (30-Minutes) then the battery level via the BMS is triggering a Load Shed if you have it set as factory (75-Minutes)

Only change the first block of the line: 1194-xxxx-xxxx
This is only a guide - you can change this to anytime you want in (Seconds = Decimal)
by converting (Decimal to Hex) and inputting the (HEX) here

Example: 60 Seconds x 75 Minutes = 4500 Seconds
4500 Seconds (Decimal) converted to Hexadecimal = 1194
I think the Forscan (Easy Menu) has some prepopulated times but if you want to adjust to specific times this is how you do it.

Note: There is not a separate setting for each Power Point Relay - it only covers (ALL) so when you set this - It's for all ports

 

[davidtg7123]

Ok, yes that is powered by Power Point Relay #2 it shares (Relay Power) with the Rear Console USB Charging Ports.
Separate Fuses - Fuse 17 (Cargo) & Fuse 29 (USB-Ports)

Power Point Relay #1 - Feeds the Front Console Ports (Cigar Sockets)
Separate Fuses for each socket - Fuse 10 (Left) & Fuse 16 (Right)

The Front (USB) Ports are powered from the FCIM

Ok, now for the timing - everything that is powered from the (Power Point) Relays have a setting for Max Time allowed before they will shut off power with the truck (off)
Factory Set To - 75-Minutes
Power Point Relay Power - Both Front (Sockets) Relay #1
Both Rear (USB's) & Cargo (Added Socket) Relay #2

The Time setting is adjustable as follows (Below) but if they are timing out faster (30-Minutes) then the battery level via the BMS is triggering a Load Shed if you have it set as factory (75-Minutes)

Only change the first block of the line: 1194-xxxx-xxxx
This is only a guide - you can change this to anytime you want in (Seconds = Decimal)
by converting (Decimal to Hex) and inputting the (HEX) here

Example: 60 Seconds x 75 Minutes = 4500 Seconds
4500 Seconds (Decimal) converted to Hexadecimal = 1194
I think the Forscan (Easy Menu) has some prepopulated times but if you want to adjust to specific times this is how you do it.

Note: There is not a separate setting for each Power Point Relay - it only covers (ALL) so when you set this - It's for all ports

Wow! Thank you so much for the detailed and informative response. The fact that the power is shutting off early and my lights flicker when auto start-stop kicks in makes me think maybe I need a new battery. Much obliged!!

 

[rang19ca]

If you have the OEM battery, Then you probably should test it.

 

[Deleted User 38384]

I found this cheap armrest cover on Amazon. It matches the patern on my seats (sorta). I wish it had white stitching. But it fits tight and feels sturdy.

 

[LawnMM]

I mounted heavy 'man' tool to inside of truck ?! ??

 

[subquark]

Annual oil change at 7,826 miles. Also New Hampshire Live Free or Die Broke state inspection.

Synthetic oil and filter was "free" since I spent $$$ on an extended warranty. Also, and I didn't remember this from last year, the $40 state inspection fee is only $20 also because of the ESP.

Plus I had $6.26 cents of Ford Points, so the total bill was a whopping $13.74! =D

So I guess that saved me about $86 this year which means, if my gazintas are right, that I could recoup $860 of my 10 year ESP! =p

 

[Bushmasta]

I installed a redarc trailer brake. I also ordered a GFC topper.

 

[Colo_Ranger]

In progress.

 

[Colo_Ranger]

In progress.

This went sideways fast. Back to factory for now. Will update when I get more information.

 

[Bsenecal]

This went sideways fast. Back to factory for now. Will update when I get more information.

Bummer that picture looked very cool.
I’m assuming you had some issues with the fit.
Brian

 

[Colo_Ranger]

Bummer that picture looked very cool.
I’m assuming you had some issues with the fit.
Brian

The fitting that connects their brake line to the chassis side hard line doesn't fit. I'm working with their engineering to see what's going on.

 

[Bsenecal]

The fitting that connects their brake line to the chassis side hard line doesn't fit. I'm working with their engineering to see what's going on.

Copy that, they are a reputable company and hope that they can get you what you need.
Good luck.
Brian

 

[Deleted User 38384]

This went sideways fast. Back to factory for now. Will update when I get more information.

Been through that more times than I can count... Save up money. Buy a cool expensive part. Install with optimism. And then crash & burn...

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