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Still trying to fill. Maybe 1/3 if the way there. But had an idea. Dual hoses. Try my best to get my spring clamp off the tight 90. Put on a short section of hose ending in a barbed brass Y or T. Then two sections of 2' hose going to the top, zip tied to something. One end is plugged, the...

Ecoboost_xsport has been instrumental in helping me via PM. Big thanks to you fine sir! Update: I uneventfully drained my PTU fluid. Got 10 OZ out. Not particularly nasty and the drain plug was meh. Made a curious discovery during my investigations. Apparently the PD who had the vehicle...

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I do appreciate the kit and was reading through your PTU build thread. Can also appreciate that the fitting wasn't designed as a maintenance plug like an oil pan. I'm more leery of having a fitting extending below my vehicle with the potential of shearing off. I live in the woods of NH so...

Don't forget the service bulletin that said to put a hose clamp on the vent tube. Don't have the number handy.

The plastic cover is dry after a few hundred miles. The leak appears to be either at the bolt or higher up seeping down. I'll know more when I see the PTU fluid. I've seen the kits however I have both a PTU and Trans drain plug. I do not need to suction on mine.

I used Mobil 1 for this last oil change. I don't know what was in it before. It was still the oil from the guy I bought the vehicle from. BUT when I had it looked over at for my state registration inspection, everything was perfect. No leaks. I mean, he could have done a thorough undercarriage...

Like a tamper seal. That actually makes me more nervous. Wish it had been replaced seeing as how unreliable they seem to be.

Slight update (deleted previous post): I got under and took a very good long look. It "might" be coming from further up toward to top and dripping down but there is no absolutely room to see. I tried to smell the tiny amount of fluid and it might have been gear oil but it was very hard to tell...

I made my own thread regarding this "possible" PTU issue: 2013 - wet PTU bolt, but not PTU fluid?

During an oil change, I saw a very wet PTU and naturally freaked out. Before: Brake cleaned the area, drove for a bit and saw a few drips of CLEAR fluid right at this bolt or maybe the seam. I could BARELY see it but it was slightly wet and shiny. I'm surprised it was so clear. Mind you I...

Nibroc99, I have nearly identical questions regarding the PTU of my '13. I eagerly await technical replies to your post 👍

The more I look at these pictures, the less I think it's the PTU. I mean, that's a LOT of fluid and it looks like oil and goes way back, no? It's not slung up either. Note above the shaft is dry. When my other half gets back from errands, I'm going to jack it up and take a better look. I could...

AllData on how to fix it...

It appears the PTU IS leaking from the seal. I can't see a vent but I do see a drain. See the attached pics. This also just happened recently because I had a service not too long ago and all was good.

For reference, I checked AllData and came up with this procedure for my 2013 PIU. See the attached PDF. The suction device refrenced is on amazon OTC 2359 for $27 and the sealant is Permatex Great Stuff. I know I need to do it since it's got 94K on it and was fleet maintained before I bought...

Yes I know, the articles are referencing completely different vehicles, but I'm used to older dumber Fords. My '13 is the newest I've ever had. IDS is a completely different beast. I'm hoping a Ford tech can chime in and give some dealership level advice.

Old article and not necessarily for THIS vehicle, but I've read variations of this for certain Ford transmissions. Wasn't sure if my transmission needed something along these lines: Ford trans relearn Yes, I know what the manual says. That's for the general motorist. I'm looking for Ford tech...

I've read some conflicting information on this site and others, so I'd like to make sure before I go do it. 2013 PIU I have IDS 119.02 and latest Forscan extended and am versed in both more or less The previous owner made Forscan modifications which has caused some driveability quirks. Odd...

Excellent questions about the backup sensors. I'm looking for the same info.

How exactly were you able to wire and enable aux in your 13 PIU? I really want Aux to work but there is scant technical info with part numbers or complete programming info. Very frustrating. Yes I used search. Lots of questions, very few answers. I'm not looking to do major audio upgrades...

Window switches. Again, might sound stupid, but is the window lockout button pushed on the driver window switch area? I mean, that button is designed to do exactly what is happening. Or possibly a bad drivers panel. I don't know specifically about the Explorer (was a Crown Vic guy in my former...

Possibly stupid, but have you checked fuse 4 and 12 (interior fuse box) or the relay? Do the dome lights turn on manually?

I have a 13 PIU poked around in Forscan and well as IDS. I can't get it to work. When I attempt to program autolock it just fails so seems like a no-go. Even updated the firmware to latest via IDS.

Can you provide some more detail about what you purchased for the Bluetooth pairing and how you worked the Aux? I'm looking for pretty much the exact same setup though mine is a 13 PIU so I know I have limitations.

In my case it was essentially flat every time. It's almost like the residual energy in the transmission, be it in forward or reverse. Foot on brake, put it gear forward or reverse, then in park, still with the foot on the brake, and it will roll in that direction when you let the brake off. If I...

2013 PIU, approx 80k. Former PD captain take home, never on patrol. Impeccable maintenance. Today was the first time I experienced the roll-back phenomenon, but with a twist. I was sitting idle for maybe about an hour in a parking lot talking on the phone. Went to put it in drive and couldn't...

I'm absolutely willing to give it a try. There are SO MANY holders out there. Only found one I actually liked, different vehicle but vent mount, but it was discontinued and replaced by an even lower quality model. Pictures would be fantastic.

That's just a slice of awesome with the automatic closing feature alone! And that you know it will fit the vent. I'll have to pick one up. 👍 The Otterbox on my S10+ is thicker than 0.16" so the induction charging wouldn't work.

When I searched it apparently only searched the PIU forum. Thought it odd no one else had this issue. Disregard! Sorry! Yes I do have cup holders, but really don't like cup holder...holders.

What do you folks use for cell phone holders? Other vehicles haven't been bad to outfit but my PIU seems to be startlingly difficult. I've always been able to keep my phone at almost eye level, just below the dashboard. Vent mount, or right next to the radio. My 2013 PIU came with a very nice...

I was able to correct this issue this past weekend. I had to use IDS and wipe the IPC (instrument panel cluster) to as-built per Ford's database, and upload the latest config. I'm sure just the as-built only would be sufficient, but since it was an option, why not update. Not sure if someone was...

I'll have to take a serious look. The wires appear and dissappear quickly. As for being factory, I have no basis for comparison. What does a factory install look like inside the bumper? It doesn't look like a home garage install.

That was my thought too. Perhaps a super upgrade PIU option, but not common. And correct, my mirror has the integrated convex in the upper corner. I don't need it, but if it was an easy add on, maybe. Been driving for decades without fancy tech. The backup sensors...more useful especially with...

Interesting indeed about the gear position. Based upon the impressive connector right where the BLIS radar in the rear bumper should be (pictured below), I'm going to say I don't have it. And I don't appear to have the correct mirrors. As far as having the backup sensors but no actual backup...

I searched but came up empty. My new-to-me 2013 PIU has 4 rear bumper sensors that seem to be useless. I verified and there ARE 'things' with two wires in each sensor location. I'm not sure if they count toward BLIS or backup proximity alert. Nothing on my dash, mirrors or Forscan indicate that...

Of course, search is my friend on fourms. Also looked through all 30 something PIU pages and am replying to relevant ones. Excellent site for part numbers. Thank you! Unfortunately no "factory" heated mirrors for the 2013 PIU, but I'll explore . Maybe I'll get lucky since it's a 2014 option.

Don't mean to revive this from the dead, but has anyone else tried to add turn and puddle? Plug and Play heated mirrors would be awesome. Also, what model year Explorers would fit a 2013 PUI? Or part numbers? If turn signal is tough, is there a heated only mirror (cheaper)?

I have this question as well. I'd REALLY like the speedometer. The 'info' menu is pretty sparse for options Working on getting IDS but only have Forscan at the moment. If it even possible with IDS?