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  1. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    Got my light assembly in from Dan today. Works like a champ, just like the factory light but much brighter.
  2. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    Thanks, but I don't have the option to upload a picture under the more options tab.
  3. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    That is correct. My truck is a 2012 but the light assembly was manufactured in 2011. I bought one from Dan and he's modifying it for me. Total cost, 122.00. It's expensive but I want a light that works.
  4. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    Just wanted to update the forums on what, I hope, is the solution to my problem with the third row light. I contacted Dan at Drive Bright who asked for a picture of my circuit board assembly, which I sent him. Seems the early 2011 third row lights can't be modified. If I could find out how to...
  5. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    Did you have the same problem and did it fix it?
  6. M

    How to: Explorer LED Interior swap + Puddle Lamps DIY

    Like many others, after I changed all the interior lights on my 12 limited (with sun roof), the third row cargo light quit working correctly. Yesterday, I modified the third row assembly adding a ultra bright LED and 1k load resistor. After plunging the light back in it seemed to work but then...
  7. M

    2012 Power Third Row Quit Working

    Not sure what the deal is with my third row but I can't get them to the "normal" position. When you press the normal button they stow only. The fold and stow buttons work normally. Any ideas?
  8. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Just an update for the archives. Dealer had the truck for one day and fixed it. According to Ford, the dealer downloaded some software from their computer that wasn't complete. At least that's what they told me. I programed my home in leaving the dealer and it got me home without issue. Lets...
  9. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Truck is going back to the dealer on Monday. This is their last chance to fix it. This is the fourth trip.
  10. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    One would think the dealer would have tried one but they follow the repair procedures so if it's not in there I'm sure they wouldn't think out of the box and do it. The regional service seems to have dropped me off the "give a crap" list as I haven't received a call in many days. Contacted...
  11. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Good to hear yours is working. Mine worked without issue from the time I picked it up in 2011 until spring of 2013.
  12. M

    OEM Hankook Tires, Like or Dislike

    Discount tire recommends a TPMS kit when you buy new tires. I always buy new stems also so it seems to make sense to get this as well. Only cost 6 bucks per tire which is king of a rip considering it's only a few o rings. Where does everyone get their tires from?
  13. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    I don't think they did. How much is the new A5 card? I left before the final paperwork was completed on the "repair." They are mailing it to me.
  14. M

    Snow Mode

    Sand mode shuts off all the traction control and sends most of the power to the rear wheels first. Truck does really nice doughnuts. After a storm last year I was playing again for quite a while when I got a traction system fault. I think I may have overheated the clutches that control the power...
  15. M

    OEM Hankook Tires, Like or Dislike

    I think a big part of it are all the nanny sensors keeping us from playing in the snow.
  16. M

    OEM Hankook Tires, Like or Dislike

    I'm coming up on 60k miles on the original tires and don't have a bad thing to say about them. Matter of fact, during the dealers unsuccessful attempts to repair my navigation system, they measured the tread depth remaining at 4/32. I've driven in rain, deep sand, and heavy snow without ever...
  17. M

    Snow Mode

    Snow mode is no fun at all. While driving on the street my wife made me use it. I will say sand mode works really well in the snow though! :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-evFIG_NjC4&list=UUKfY7pYJukfzcxLC1YasZKw
  18. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Ford service is out of ideas on how to fix my issue. No word from the service advisor for two days now. I have the truck back. Never buying a Ford again.
  19. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Ok, GPSM didn't fix the issue either. Didn't get a call from the dealer all day yesterday so I assumed, wrongfully so, that the truck was fixed. Got to the dealer to a surprised service advisor, who told me the part wasn't even here yet. I'm beyond pissed but in uniform so I keep my composure...
  20. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Dealer called yesterday and said they are replacing the GPSM. That means all components in the system, as far as I know, are new. I'm getting the truck back on Monday.
  21. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Update on my issue. The truck has been in the shop since Monday. Showed the tech the video I took the day I picked it up. Got a call yesterday asking if I had ever removed the SD card when the system fails. I said yes and explained that it fixes itself but then does the same thing a few min...
  22. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    The battery disconnect was the first thing they did to try and fix the problem. After that was a "master reset" which they charged me 80 bucks for. Which, by the way, I'm getting back. After the APIM change they "guaranteed" the problem was fixed and that the tech drove it for 30 minutes...
  23. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    The truck still has the original rims and even tires. This issues is not location specific and started on a trip back from GA back in April.
  24. M

    Explorer Navigation Tracking Problem

    Mine worked fine for two and a half years. I'm not willing to let it go withouth a fight. I will say I will not get another car with Nav if I can help it.
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