Power fold buttons

gpzrider · 05-29-2012, 12:27 PM

Try this simple and cheap fix. Old lid from fountain pen case, a little black paint and a strip of black duct tape on the inside. Problem solved. Now changing my daughter in the trunk is safe and sane.

http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMAG0355.jpg

mayher · 05-29-2012, 05:22 PM

After posting yesterday concerning this issue I went out and looked at my late production 2012. I have the new style switch housing as posted by VinceL on his 2013. Although mine is not lite. Must say I am a little underwhelmed at this modification since I have accidentally activated my seats several times. Not sure how much thought Ford put into this before making the change. Maybe they should have asked for customer feedback!!

VinceL · 05-29-2012, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sgt1411

Wow thats a very subtle change....I just checked mine and the ends of the switch protective lip are flush with the switches but the top and bottom are not. Im guessing this new design is actually higher then the switches.

I asked the Explorer Platform Electrical Engineer about swapping out my 11MY switch pack for the 13MY and he said they ran a separate power wire for the switches.

So I suggested taking power off the cig lighter right next to it.

Can anyone with a 13MY take a picture of the newer switch pack pulled out exposing the wires so we can confirm.

Only upon penalty of death at the hands of my wife!

*Sgt1411* · 06-02-2012, 06:29 PM

Ok the 3rd row switchpak pops out easy with fingernail pressure so here is the wiring on the stock 2011 1st generation switchpak. Someone with a 2013 please take a pic so we can compare as I would like to have backlit 2013 switchpak.

*Sgt1411* · 06-02-2012, 07:10 PM

Looks like the switchpak part number is BB5T-14B 178-AAW

*Sgt1411* · 06-10-2012, 10:51 AM

Anyone with a 13 Ex please take a picture, it pops out very easy.

Someone at a dealership maybe.

phareous · 06-17-2012, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sgt1411

Ok the 3rd row switchpak pops out easy with fingernail pressure so here is the wiring on the stock 2011 1st generation switchpak. Someone with a 2013 please take a pic so we can compare as I would like to have backlit 2013 switchpak.

I took a look at the wiring in my 2013...it is:

GREEN - BLACK
GRAY - YELLOW
WHITE - n/a
n/a - ORANGE

EDIT: Connector looks the same as the one in the pic in this thread

*Sgt1411* · 06-17-2012, 11:18 PM

Thanks I will try and get one to test then if the connector looks the same

06-02-2012, 06:29 PM	#24
Sgt1411 Elite Explorer VanBC/GoodyearAZ 2013 X Limited 4WD Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,510 Vehicle Specs	Ok the 3rd row switchpak pops out easy with fingernail pressure so here is the wiring on the stock 2011 1st generation switchpak. Someone with a 2013 please take a pic so we can compare as I would like to have backlit 2013 switchpak. __________________ 2013 X Limited 4WD 302A Rapid Spec, Luxury Seat & Technology Package, Tuxedo Black, Charcoal Interior, 20"Polished Aluminum Wheels,Navigation, Dual Panel Moonroof, 2nd Row Buckets & Console, OEM Invision LT Series DVD, Tow Package, Inflatable Seatbelts, 28% Tint Fronts, Husky Liners, OEM Bumper Protector, NuSheild,

06-02-2012, 07:10 PM	#25
Sgt1411 Elite Explorer VanBC/GoodyearAZ 2013 X Limited 4WD Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,510 Vehicle Specs	Looks like the switchpak part number is BB5T-14B 178-AAW __________________ 2013 X Limited 4WD 302A Rapid Spec, Luxury Seat & Technology Package, Tuxedo Black, Charcoal Interior, 20"Polished Aluminum Wheels,Navigation, Dual Panel Moonroof, 2nd Row Buckets & Console, OEM Invision LT Series DVD, Tow Package, Inflatable Seatbelts, 28% Tint Fronts, Husky Liners, OEM Bumper Protector, NuSheild,

06-10-2012, 10:51 AM	#26
Sgt1411 Elite Explorer VanBC/GoodyearAZ 2013 X Limited 4WD Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,510 Vehicle Specs	Anyone with a 13 Ex please take a picture, it pops out very easy. Someone at a dealership maybe. __________________ 2013 X Limited 4WD 302A Rapid Spec, Luxury Seat & Technology Package, Tuxedo Black, Charcoal Interior, 20"Polished Aluminum Wheels,Navigation, Dual Panel Moonroof, 2nd Row Buckets & Console, OEM Invision LT Series DVD, Tow Package, Inflatable Seatbelts, 28% Tint Fronts, Husky Liners, OEM Bumper Protector, NuSheild,

06-17-2012, 11:18 PM	#28
Sgt1411 Elite Explorer VanBC/GoodyearAZ 2013 X Limited 4WD Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,510 Vehicle Specs	Thanks I will try and get one to test then if the connector looks the same __________________ 2013 X Limited 4WD 302A Rapid Spec, Luxury Seat & Technology Package, Tuxedo Black, Charcoal Interior, 20"Polished Aluminum Wheels,Navigation, Dual Panel Moonroof, 2nd Row Buckets & Console, OEM Invision LT Series DVD, Tow Package, Inflatable Seatbelts, 28% Tint Fronts, Husky Liners, OEM Bumper Protector, NuSheild,

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05-29-2012, 12:27 PM	#21
gpzrider Wannabe Elite Explorer Los Angeles, CA 2012 Limited 4x4 Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 172 Vehicle Specs	Try this simple and cheap fix. Old lid from fountain pen case, a little black paint and a strip of black duct tape on the inside. Problem solved. Now changing my daughter in the trunk is safe and sane. http://i1254.photobucket.com/albums/...1/IMAG0355.jpg

05-29-2012, 05:22 PM	#22
mayher Wannabe Elite Explorer Chicago, IL 2012 Explorer LTD Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 41 Vehicle Specs	After posting yesterday concerning this issue I went out and looked at my late production 2012. I have the new style switch housing as posted by VinceL on his 2013. Although mine is not lite. Must say I am a little underwhelmed at this modification since I have accidentally activated my seats several times. Not sure how much thought Ford put into this before making the change. Maybe they should have asked for customer feedback!!