Limp mode...FORD's next big lawsuit
#92
11-21-2014, 05:42 AM
last night while towing my 36' fifth wheel (12200lbs). the truck screen flashed safety stop now! and before I had the chance to move lanes it just shut down nothing like being so helpless while towing a lot of weight,
I just happen to think fast enough to hit the trailer brakes to bring the rig to a stop, Right in the traffic lane on the I 15 freeway.
after a tow to the dealer, and finding out today it was an exhaust temp sensor failure and not covered under warranty by ford or my extended warranty, Im a little pissed off with Ford, they will cover the Cat but not a stupid sensor.
I just happen to think fast enough to hit the trailer brakes to bring the rig to a stop, Right in the traffic lane on the I 15 freeway.
after a tow to the dealer, and finding out today it was an exhaust temp sensor failure and not covered under warranty by ford or my extended warranty, Im a little pissed off with Ford, they will cover the Cat but not a stupid sensor.
Picture of the sensor locations again.. I would not have thought that 14 would be one of the hottest.
#93
11-21-2014, 06:19 AM
The hottest component on the whole truck is the DPF. It runs at around 1400°. The sensor at the exit of the DPF is the one that takes the brunt of the stress of heat cycles. It endures temperature swings of over 1000° every time the truck is driven.
I think the DPF temp is attempted to be maintained at 1200° with a top limit of 1600°. I seem to remember reading this info somewhere but I have no idea where.
I think the DPF temp is attempted to be maintained at 1200° with a top limit of 1600°. I seem to remember reading this info somewhere but I have no idea where.
#94
11-21-2014, 06:30 AM
#95
11-21-2014, 06:36 AM
Fleet Mechanic
If Rev 'C' exists, the one dealer I talked to yesterday knew nothing about it. According to his paperwork it's still AC3Z-5J213-B. I still have my selling dealer to talk to next week and who is a lot more versed in trucks being a country Ford store. I hope it or a whole new redesigned piece either are or soon will be in the system soon and before we leave for an extended trip with our 5er next spring/summer
#96
11-21-2014, 06:41 AM
If Rev 'C' exists, the one dealer I talked to yesterday knew nothing about it. According to his paperwork it's still AC3Z-5J213-B. I still have my selling dealer to talk to next week and who is a lot more versed in trucks being a country Ford store. I hope it or a whole new redesigned piece either are or soon will be in the system soon and before we leave for an extended trip with our 5er next spring/summer
#97
11-21-2014, 09:29 AM
#98
11-21-2014, 09:38 AM
Fleet Mechanic
#99
11-21-2014, 10:35 AM
Let's see what I can do to help. How many miles are on your truck?
Crystal
#100
11-21-2014, 10:57 AM
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11-21-2014, 12:02 PM
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#102
11-21-2014, 01:25 PM
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#103
11-21-2014, 01:32 PM
Actually, I know Crystal can't work miracles, but, the visibility of Ford's Corporate oversight to Consumer issues is most certainly a move in the right direction in the majority of cases...
I don't know if Crystal has any cousins or sisters working for GM or Dodge as I have not heard of this level of support from the other brands.. I rather doubt it..
#104
11-21-2014, 01:49 PM
Oh ye of little faith....
Actually, I know Crystal can't work miracles, but, the visibility of Ford's Corporate oversight to Consumer issues is most certainly a move in the right direction in the majority of cases...
I don't know if Crystal has any cousins or sisters working for GM or Dodge as I have not heard of this level of support from the other brands.. I rather doubt it..
Actually, I know Crystal can't work miracles, but, the visibility of Ford's Corporate oversight to Consumer issues is most certainly a move in the right direction in the majority of cases...
I don't know if Crystal has any cousins or sisters working for GM or Dodge as I have not heard of this level of support from the other brands.. I rather doubt it..
Here is a recent example that sounds pretty much the same as we read here...
"Hello Rick,
I can understand how concerning this must be for you. I encourage you to contact your dealership about this. They will be in the best position to evaluate the situation and provide you the proper response. Please let me know if I can contact them on your behalf. I would just need you to provide me your VIN, contact info and preferred dealership in a private message.
Katie O.
Cadillac Customer Care"
PS: Sometimes "Katie" is assisted by "Kyle." Crystal doesn't seem to get as many vacations as Katie as she doesn't have an assigned stand it here...
