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Okay. I'll give it one last try. Have you consulted the 2021 User's Manual? Below is a link to an online version from Ford. https://www.fordservicecontent.com/Ford_Content/vdirsnet/OwnerManual/Home/Content?variantid=7828&languageCode=en&countryCode=USA&Uid=G2082624&ProcUid=G2082625&userMarket=USA&div=f&vFilteringEnabled=False&buildtype=web If you look at the MENU settings, there is a SUB MENU called DRIVER ASSIST and a MENU ITEM for REAR PARKING AID. I'd check that out. Perhaps you can turn ON/OFF the Parking Aid system via the MENU. Under Parking Aid discussion, it says there's a PARKING AID BUTTON to switch off but that button isn't referenced in the instrument cluster detail. Below is a screen shot of that.

Okay. The only idea I have is that my 2015 has a switch on the dash to turn off the Parking Aid audible beeping. Perhaps yours is turned off and that explains why you don't hear the beeping. Worth checking out. Below is a screen grab from the 2015 Owner's Manual showing where the switch is located (L). Your 2021 has an updated dash but I'm sure the switch is still available. Good luck!

Okay on your 2014. Nice handywork in turning that into a camper van. I don't see any parking aid sensors in the front bumper of the 2014 pic you posted. The van may have had an option for rear only or front and rear sensors. Perhaps your van only has rear sensors. A pic of the rear side would confirm. Take a look at your 2021 and see if there are sensors in the front and rear bumpers.

Congrats on your new van. Curious, what happened to your 2014? Beeping Sensors = Parking aids (front and back) I ordered my 2015 from the factory and I added the backup camera with the radio package and front/read parking aids (called forward/reverse sensing systems). Back then, backup cameras weren't required but at some point it became law for passenger cars. The parking aids may still be an orderable option and not standard equipment. If your van had that system, you would see the sensors embedded into the front and rear bumpers, four per bumper.

Congrats on your 2014. Sharp looking van. There was an SSM issued for the early Gen 2 vans (2014, 2015, ?) due to left front drive shaft leak. SSM 44938 or 45441, depending on the VIN#. The axle doesn't get replaced, just the seal as best I can remember. I had that warranty work done on my 2015 back on 08/2015. It was a small leak but still got it squared away.

Howdy! Nice to get the band back together! Hopefully others check back to see the forum back online. I need that backstop in case something goes bonkers on the van. Hope you had a good foliage season up there in the Green Mtns.

After a three month hiatus, glad to see the forum back. Many thanks!

GG - maybe you can be more specific about what you want to do. Hang from the ceiling, side or both? A single mounting point or several? Are you thinking a disco ball or some gator paraphernalia? I would agree with Fifty150 that anything with weight will sag the liner and eventually fail. I have a cargo van so I'm not very familiar with the wagon model liner but I do have some thoughts. If you want to mount from the ceiling, perhaps you can use one of the mounting points for the plastic fasteners, right above your head in your pic. I had to remove a few to lower the headliner above the cab area on the driver's side to replace a parking aid speaker. See pics below. Those anchors are in there pretty good. I had to tug on it and lever it out. One option is to use that to hang something from, wrapping it around the fastener. Or, if you need something beefier, I guess you can remove one, tap the hole to add threads and then add a threaded bolt. That would offer super holding power. Might be a bit difficult to do with the headliner in place but doable. Just some thoughts.

As mentioned many times on this forum by the FORSCAN gurus, guys like Don R, if you plan to make changes then go with a direct connect adapter (USB) to avoid any connection interruptions. For pure monitoring purposes, then a BT connection device is okay. I think Don mentioned he uses both, BT to a mobile device when on the road for monitoring and USB when making setting changes. When I needed to make some changes after upgrading the instrument cluster, I got a ~$30 ELM USB dongle and it worked just fine. Others have had the same success with similar priced models. You've gotten some good advice from others as well. Good luck!

I'm not a tech guy but doesn't jpbonesaw offer a working solution in the post above that might offer help for similar problems that @Jim M and @Mittens01 are asking about? He's saying his Ford service tech friend has identified a known issue with the rear speed sensor. Good luck!

Try Seat Covers Unlimited out of Mesa, AZ. to start your search. I bought a set of custom sized seat covers from them back in 2015 when I got my Gen2 cargo van. They fit great and have held up well. The cover I got is a pseudo wetsuit (neoprene) style called Neo-Sport Black Outer/Black Center (Tailor Made: S-4025TM), with added headrest covers and map pockets, which are very useful. $257 for both seats at the time. I'm sure pricing is higher now but search for a coupon code to save some $. They have promotions around all the holidays as well. Don't know for sure about Gen1 TC seat covers but I'm sure they offer that as well. This will give you a starting point for design and pricing. I'm sure there are other companies offering equal products. Good luck!

Congrats on your new van. Getting a van delivered to the US has the advantage of having this deck bolted in rather than welded in if it was delivered to Canada or EU. You have many options for capturing this foot well area for much needed storage in the TC. Use the SEARCH function in the upper right corner of the page and you'll find lots of different solutions discussed over the years. Below are a few links to get you started, which I found by searching "FOOT WELL".

Welcome to the forum. Congrats on your new TC. All your mods look very cool. You've done a lot in a short amount of time. Re tires, over the years there have been a sprinkling of posts on Geolander tires for offroading adventurers. Do a Search on those to get ideas. See the thread below as well. Good luck!

Welcome to the forum and congrats on your new van. I also have a 2015, but a cargo model. There is a SEARCH box in the upper right corner of the page that will give you timely answers to a lot of questions. A good place to start. Don R is the upgrade wizard on the forum and his advice is always spot on. Good luck!

Curious, can you share why a 2-3 year old van would need a new transmission? How many miles? I believe the power train warranty is 5yr/60,000 miles so I'm assuming you've exceeded the mileage limit.

Close, but not exactly. The loading rating on that tire is 91H. I have 97H, which I believe is what the OEM Conti's are as well. See link below. Pricing might be less with rebates and offers. https://www.americastire.com/treadwell/guide/buy-tires/pirelli-cinturato-p7-all-season-plus-ii/p/86739 Link below is on the Walmart site you provided for the 97H rated version, which is more expensive than the 91H rated tire. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pirelli-Cinturato-P7-All-Season-Plus-2-215-55R16-97H-Passenger-Tire/321276017

I replaced the OEM Contis on my 2015 Cargo with Pirelli Cinturato Strada's back in 2019 at America's Tires (Discount Tire). The Contis lasted 20,000 miles, which is about average for me on tires. I've been happy with the Pirelli's for both ride, noise and wear. Now have 8,000 miles on the tires. I don't drive much. The cargo van is pretty noisy anyway even with sound proofing added, so noise from the tires was never a consideration for me. Last year I did pick up a nail in the side-wall and had to replace the tire. New version of the Cinturato Strada is now called Pirelli Cinturato P7 AS or P7 All Season Plus II 205/55 R16 97H, 70,000 miles warranty, Treadwear = 700, Traction=A, Temperature=A

Good job! My cargo van doesn't have an AJB either, as you can see in the picture. But all vans have an aux outlet in the back right corner area making it easy to tap 12VDC (20amp circuit). I agree it's an easy and fast solution. I used my tap to provide power for LED lighting in the cargo area and also added an aux outlet on the left side. That outlet is switched. I did blow a fuse once due to a flimsy 12v plug that melted. I would recommend picking up a spare fuse or two just in case. F15 Fuse - 20amp P/N: F8SZ-14526-AA, about $4. Fuse is located in the engine compartment fuse box.

Your question is answered in the first post of this thread along with a picture, yes?

I have front and rear parking aides in my 2015 Cargo. For parallel parking it's very helpful, especially when doing so on a busy 55mph highway and parking is often tight. If I didn't have them, I'd consider adding an aftermarket setup like the link below. Link is just an example. Not endorsing this product in particular. Have you considered something like this? https://www.amazon.com/Rostra-250-1920-FZ-Front-Mount-Parking-Assist/dp/B00P9FZKFQ/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=Front+Parking+Sensors&qid=1671071990&sr=8-6#customerReviews

That's great news MRTN. So glad to hear it! What's that white stuff all over, from blowing snow? Re Toaster, no worries there, for now. The mods apparently scrubbed his existence deleting all posts. Until his next reincarnation, we can peacefully enjoy the forum without the drama and mayhem. In solemn remembrance....

See attached pic below from the Owner's Manual (2015 TC). User's Manuals available on the web for free downloads. Good luck!

See the link below for info regarding the Parking Aid System. You will see a pic of the PAM in my 2015 Cargo, located in the right rear behind the access panel. Take a look and see what you have located there. Do you have a wiring harness going to all three connectors? Don kindly provided the wiring diagram for the system so you do a little sleuthing with this information.

Thanks Chip. Hope it inspires others to think inside the box. Adding storage above the seats sounds interesting. I agree it's unused valuable space. Keep the side curtain airbags in mind if designing something. The long items stored in my hanging rack poke through to the cab area all the way to the shelf, but only in the middle area. The two vertical tubes are wood dowels painted the same gray color. The angle makes it look like they go to the ceiling but it's about the same height as the bracket. It's for keeping the gear in the middle from flopping over. There's a set of dowels on each end. Probably not necessary but helpful in keeping things from shifting around. The LED light bars are sort of on their own circuit with power being tapped from the right rear AUX outlet. I can see that being useful if camping. Better than opening the door to turn the light on and then waiting 10 minutes for the light to go off. I was going to add a light at the back of the van for task lighting in the barn door area. I have since bought a rechargeable LED work light made by FEIT (2-pack special at Costco) that has a magnet that would work as well. I use that thing in the garden and inside the house. Very handy to have.

Agree with all points. I can see I got your dander up as well. Those fees should be paid by Ford in this case. You already get soaked for a delivery fee. Let it come out of that or they will probably just hike that amount. From what I've been told, those delivery fees include National and regional advertising. I've never seen an ad for a Transit Connect in print or TV, has anyone? Just another bend over fee you have no control over. At least with a buying service like Costco, you have some advocate and buying power in your hip pocket. It's been over eight years since I used their service so I have no idea how effective it is anymore, especially with the current market. Maybe someone that has used them recently can report back.