Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums - 2015 - 2020 F150

110v outlets 2020 XLT

LN WOLF 1 — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:36:47 GMT

What can these outlets run? Can I run a Milwaukee charger for a single M18? Thanx

When did you realize stock headlights on your F150 weren't really enough anymore?

Vivian AUXITO — Thu, 21 May 2026 11:44:00 GMT

Was it night driving, backroads, bad weather, or just one of those moments where visibility on the truck didn't feel right?

Curious what actually pushed people here to make the switch � feels like everyone has that one "I need better lights" moment.

Ford F-150 (2015�2020) OEM+ Upgrade � 12" Factory-Style Screen with SYNC 3 Experience

Carputech — Mon, 18 May 2026 08:04:31 GMT

Hi F-150 owners,

We�re CarpuTech, a professional manufacturer focused on OEM-style infotainment upgrades for Ford trucks. If you�re driving a 2015�2020 Ford F-150/F-250 with the factory 8" screen or older SYNC system, this upgrade is one of the cleanest ways to modernize your interior while keeping the factory look intact.

We�ve developed a 12" OEM-style infotainment screen upgrade inspired by the factory Lincoln-style layout � designed to blend naturally into the dashboard instead of looking like an aftermarket tablet.

👉 Product link:
https://www.carputech.com/products/f...unit-car-radio

Key Features:

🖥️ 12" OEM-style vertical touchscreen � factory-style appearance that fits the F-150 interior perfectly
📱 Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto � navigation, music, calls, and apps made easy
🔄 SYNC2 to SYNC3 style upgrade � modernizes the user experience dramatically
🎯 Retains OEM vehicle functions � climate controls, steering wheel buttons, cameras, and factory settings stay functional
🎵 Compatible with factory audio systems � supports original sound system integration
🧭 Modern navigation & multimedia support � smoother and more intuitive daily use

This upgrade is ideal for truck owners who want a factory+ interior upgrade instead of a flashy aftermarket setup.

A lot of F-150 owners want modern tech without losing the rugged OEM Ford feel � this setup was built exactly with that in mind.

In addition, we also offer a Sync 2 / Sync 3 to Sync 4 upgrade kit.

Link:https://www.carputech.com/products/f...unit-car-radio

If you have questions about compatibility, installation, SYNC versions, or factory options, feel free to ask 👍

� CarpuTech Team

Removing bed liner

Angelo7 — Sat, 16 May 2026 23:52:31 GMT

I want to remove my bed liner but it has two fasteners at the back corners. How do you remove those fasteners?

Coolant flush on 2016 F-150 5.0

dkk — Sat, 16 May 2026 13:56:39 GMT

Greetings,

Question.I have, or am about to have completed a coolant system flush IAW Haynes manual instructions (using distilled water). I drained and flushed about 7 1/2 gallons of distilled water through the system, drain/fill/flush, until I was draining clear clean water from the radiator. Problem. I was only able to get a little over 1 gallon of new coolant (yellow/Motorcraft) into the system. Been trying to burp out the air bubbles, and still it won't take the rest. Is it possible that there's still a lot of water in the system? I hate to open the drain and lose new coolant. Any help is appreciated already. smile

Found in transmission pan

BAD RONALD — Fri, 15 May 2026 17:19:29 GMT

[img alt="Changed out the oem 10r80 transmission pan yesterday. 2017 F150 3.5l with 68,000 miles. This was stuck to the pan magnet.
Anybody know what it is?"]https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.ford-trucks.com-vbulletin/2000x901/20260515_131227_03498789182af58f79fa6d80f451fd7e30 3249f7.jpg[/img]

2017 F150 3.5l 10R80 68,000 miles. Changed out the factory pan and found this stuck to the magnet.

Anybody know what it is?

2016 F-150 5.0 Spark Plug Replacement

dkk — Wed, 13 May 2026 18:13:59 GMT

Greetings,
I am about to replace the spark plugs on my 2016 F-150 XLT 5.0. It has about 61,500 miles on it and as far as I know the plugs have never been changed. Haven't owned it long, and the CARFAX doesn't reflect a spark plug change, although the prior owner had it serviced regularly at the place he bought it from. The Owners Manual say 100,00, but I think that's a good bit too long. Probably see gas mileage suffering way before then, although right now the truck runs fine, but maybe already getting less than optimal MPG. I plan to buy the plugs below from Amazon of about $100.00. Copied this directly from Amazon. I looked at a u-tube clip or two, and the job doesn't look to be too much of a hassle. Any suggestions or recommendations based on your experience? Thanks in advance.

New Motorcraft SP547 Spark Plug (8 PACK) Finewire Platinum

remote start missfire

phyxius — Tue, 12 May 2026 15:07:59 GMT

2016 xlt .every time i use my factory remote start I get P0308.I've tried swaping around the plug and coil but it doesn't change.The miss fire only occurs when using remote start not while starting normally with the key.It sets a dtc and then the remote start stops functioning untill i erase it.this all started back in january but was only every once in a while now it is every time i use remote start.any ideas would be great cause i would like to fix it before next winter

How's your nighttime visibility on your F150?

Vivian AUXITO — Tue, 12 May 2026 07:21:30 GMT

Been doing more night driving lately and started noticing how different headlights feel from truck to truck.

Curious how you guys feel about your F150s at night�are you pretty happy with the stock setup or have you changed anything over time?

Just wondering what people are actually running these days and if it made a noticeable difference.

2016 F150 XLT Sync3 Issue

Tony2016F150 — Sat, 09 May 2026 14:27:43 GMT

Hey! New to forums here. I’m looking for help with Sync3. Everything I read online Apple CarPlay and apps should work on mine, but it never has. What am I missing or not understanding?

�15 f150 5.0 liter 150,000 ? Oil consumption between oil change intervals.

Sigsauer — Wed, 06 May 2026 19:46:06 GMT

Seems like I burned about 2 quarts of oil in between oil changes which I do every 5 to 6000 miles. Is that excessive? I�m using penzoil high mileage 5W-20 full synthetic with OEM oil filter.

Bizarre issue after drive in rain 2016 F-150 Supercrew 5L

huggyb1972 — Wed, 06 May 2026 12:35:17 GMT

The truck is a 2016 5L Supercrew 4x4 107k. Lastnight driving home about 25 miles mostly interstate in moderate rain (wipers on low, good visibility, no standing water). We drive home running 60-65 mph most of the way when we get off at the exit to our area the wrench light comes on. Truck idling fine no odd behavior turn the radio down a pay attention type moment. We drive for another 1.5 miles on paved city street to our home roll in the drive way to my spot and before I could put it in park the truck just dies 1st thing I noticed was the charge light but that was just a side effect of the engine being off I presumed at the time.

Truck would crank without starting and continued cranking even when I let the key roll back to on. Stopped cranking when turned key to off position. Turned key back to on position all appropriate warning indicators come on. I got the wrench light not the check engine light I just wanted to see if it was operational in addition to the other indicators trying narrow the issue down.

After letting the truck sit for 5 minutes I push the remote start button on the key fob and it starts right up no issue. I walk back out to the truck unlock the door get in and put the key in the ignition turn it to run and the engine dies. So now it's fishy it'll run on remote but not normal. And with the key once it starts cranking out continues to crank until the key is turned back to off.

This morning I go out put the key in and it fired right up no light no issue just like normal. Plugged my scanner in, no new DTC's did a all module scan nothing current.

No visible water intrusion in the footwells or under the hood up near the cowl area and fuse box. I'm at a loss as to what's lurking. The truck hasn't given me any real issues to date.

it did have some module codes that weren't current the last code when I searched indicated I should have turn the HVAC off before the test maybe.

wheel fitment to 2015?

carlsson — Tue, 05 May 2026 12:23:02 GMT

what 17" wheels fit on a 2015 f150 2wd? do all earlier and later model 6 lug wheels have similar offset and same lug spacing? i want to downsize to the original 245 70 17 tires from 18" wheels that someone put on my used truck before i bought it, for best fuel mileage. the 18" tires are 275 wide, so i know that adds rolling resistance.

2015 3.5 eco-boost All 10 engine codes popped up at the same time 2015 3.5 eco-boost

TBud67 — Sat, 02 May 2026 19:59:01 GMT

Can anyone help me diagnose what is going on with my truck? Engine idles around 680 RPMs

with no shuttering or RPM drops. these engine lights all came on at the same time and when cleared they reappear.

5.0 intake manifold upgrade

dino360 — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:21:04 GMT

My 2017 F150 5.0 started throwing intermittent dtc's for the IMRC. Since I'm replacing the intake anyway I'm considering upgrading for better performance. I was considering the Boss 302 or an intake from Gen 3 5.0. My truck has 4.56 gears and 35's and runs great with that set up even for towing but there is a noticeable struggle towing heavier loads or uphill. I understand the 302 sacrifices low end torque and from what I'm gathering, the gen 3 intake might offer a happy medium. My truck is already tuned with 85MM throttle body, CAI, and dual exhaust. I don't hot rod the truck and rarely go over 85 max when not towing. Anyone have any insight or suggestions on the best way to address the intake issue?

Thanks