Thank you

I did some research and since the truck is garage kept, Rapid Heat is feel does not come into play. I did read about the RSCO and feel that is similar to what my GM diesel van had. Nice with a remote start system
The CTS I feel is not necessary for the 6.7, unless you want trouble.

 

I spent about 15 minutes browsing my manual on the remote start operation, then went to the supplement feature guide and it refers you back to the security section in the manual for more remote start info so I went back there. There is no mention of different operating modes that the remote start does.

The only menu/options I could come across regarding remote start operation is the time interval (5, 10, 15 minutes) or enabling the operation of it or disabling it.

What am I missing??? I need the defroster and heat to run in remote start mode - that's the whole point, isn't it? I can let the engine run for 30 seconds after starting it to get the fluids flowing. It doesn't need 10 minutes for that does it?

 

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...e-start-3.html

 

Post #3 by mvedepo quotes the manual and the differences between "modes", but I saw no where in the manual that says that. Is there another manual for the remote start other than the main owners manual? I do not have the add-on Ford system, just the stock one that you use the key buttons for (the add on adds another key fob if I remember right).

 

Was up in Canada last week. The seats and Rapid Heat got a workout! How did we ever live without it?

 

Is it below freezing when you turn on your remote start? I think that's the key for getting the seats to turn on ( a feature I don't anticipate being able to take advantage of very often), but not sure about the other. My system stays on full auto, I set the temp (72) for both sides and let the truck handle the rest. It always comes on with the remote start.

 

Your not missing anything. Your options are on/off and run time for the remote start. The rest as far as remote start working with your HVAC, seats, mirrors and rear defrost is automatic with no options available or necessary...

If your systems are not operating as described below while using remote start, its probably time to see a dealer. Keep in mind that it all pretty much operates in what you would call a stealth mode during remote start. There will be no indicator lights showing that the seats, rear defrost, etc. are operational. Also, once started with the key everything will return to the last user settings. If needed/wanted you will have to turn back on the seats, rear defrost, etc. once it is started.

As mentioned already, the HVAC does not need to be in "AUTO" mode for proper operation.


Remote start and DATC (Dual Automatic Temperature Control)

For cold ambient air temperatures as determined by the HVAC module AUTO mode to request heat:

-the airflow mode is set to FLOOR/DEFROST.
-the temperature is set to 22°C (72°F).
-the blower speed is set to AUTO.
-the air inlet mode is set to AUTO.
-the auxiliary electric heater is enabled if needed (diesel engines only) (if equipped).

For moderate ambient air temperatures as determined by the HVAC module AUTO mode to request heat or cooling:

-the airflow mode is set to the AUTO.
-the temperature is set to the last user setting (Temperature setting is limited to 18°C (65°F) minimum and 29°C (85°F) maximum. If the temperature is set above or below that range, it will use the minimum or maximum value.).
-the blower speed is set to the AUTO.
-the air inlet mode is set to AUTO.
-the auxiliary electric heater is enabled if needed (diesel engines only) (if equipped).

For warm ambient air temperatures as determined by the HVAC module AUTO mode to request cooling:

-the airflow mode is set to AUTO.
-the temperature is set to 22°C (72°F).
-the blower speed is set to AUTO.
-the air inlet mode is set to AUTO.
-the auxiliary electric heater is not enabled (diesel engines only) (if equipped).


Climate Controlled Seats (If Equipped) - When the vehicle is started using the remote start feature, the driver/passenger climate controlled seat activates in full heat mode when the outside temperature is less than 0° C (32° F) and full cool mode when outside temperature is greater than 27° C (80° F).

Heated Mirrors (If Equipped) - When the vehicle is started using the remote start feature and the outside temperature is less than 0° C (32° F), the heated mirrors will be activated.

Rear Window Defrost (If Equipped) - When the vehicle is started using the remote start feature and the outside temperature is less than 0° C (32° F), the rear window defrost will be activated.

 

Warm clothing.

 

Supplemental Heat, Heated Seats, Remote Start - I've never had a vehicle warm up the cab this fast...supplemental heat was worth every penny!!!

And then in the Summer...Remote start, cooled seats - awesome!!!

This truck is better than any sedan I could have purchased.

 

After more digging there is a section in the climate control chapter on remote start operation:



That adds even more mystery to the equation. Apparently you can run in both MANUAL and AUTO mode. It sounds like it is temperature activated through, so even if I set the controls where I want them before I turn everything off then remote start if the temp isn't "within range" it won't work? In any event, leaving it in AUTO or the settings I left it in don't work. I will have to try the first section below "cold climate" - leave it on defrost/floor vent - and see what happens.

 

The manual is referring to the 2 avaiable climate control systems, EMTC (Electronic Manual Temperature Control) and DATC (Dual Automatic Temperature Control. Not AUTO and MANUAL "modes"...

You can change the settings all you want and it still will change them based on the preset configurations that I posted previously...