Don Ridley

Forscan is not sophisticated enough (and probably not even Ford IDS) to determine what hardware is installed for the various optional features. For example, you can activate cruise control in Forscan without having the correct steering wheel. This has caused some problems for users who inquisitively change Forscan settings to see what will happen. But apparently you are safe to reset BMS without the additional hardware.

BMS was not included on the 2.5l models. Only the 1.6l Ecoboost has this feature. I don't think you have a battery current sensor unless you have BMS.

I currently have a Motorcraft I purchased online. The purchase was a disaster because the battery leaked in shipment. Had to add battery acid (local battery shop did this). Got $50 off the purchase. Next time I'm going to a dealership. Yes, the prices have increased but I'm done trying to squeeze more life out of my battery. I still connect a charger about once per month if I have not driven any long distances.

Buy a battery locally and replace it when it fails. My 2016 TC eats batteries....replace every 3 years. I tried an Odyssey AGM and it lasted 3 years. Don't sweat the $130 every 3 or 4 years. That's about a couple tanks of gas.

You have the dreaded PATS issue. I don't know how this is solved but you to research this. Forscan may be the key but you will need to find the settings that need to change.

All smartphone scan tools like Forscan and Torque Pro will have limited diagnostic functions. You need Forscan and a Windows PC or expensive software like SnapOn, Autel etc for in depth troubleshooting. Nobody makes a full service iPhone scan tool.

Your images are not viewable. In 2016 I could not order a LWB with the 1.6L ecoboost so your description conflicts with what I thought was a fact. I would not buy a turbo vehicle with 150k miles. Too many expensive parts that can fail. My 2016 1.6l only has 55k and works great and I love the extra torque and HP from the turbo.

Are you waiting 5-10 minutes for the ECU to go to sleep? Connect your test leads to the negative terminal to minimize the possibility of shorting to the chassis.

Rodents nesting in cars and chewing wiring has been happening for decades. Maybe they will like the soy flavor better, but it's not creating a new problem. Nothing a good cat can't fix :?

The Gen 2 (2014+) TCs do not have a battery monitoring system unless you have the 1.6L ecoboost engine. BMS must be reset using a scan tool.

Nice to see it is back.

The wiper circuit is complicated. The switch sends a LIN network signal to the body control module (BCM). The BCM sends a LIN signal to the wiper motor. The BCM is looking at a lot of information to determine how to control the wipers like the rain sensor, requested speed etc.. You will not be able to control the wipers unless the BCM is running. You will have similar problems with the fans and heater since the BCM controls them also. You best bet is to add battery capacity that will power the entire vehicle. There may be problems with the battery nonitoring system (BMS) if your model year has one. The BMS monitors the battery state of charge and turns off components if the charge is too low. It won't know you have multiple batteries and may not function properly.

Every one I have replaced since the late 90s have never shown any cracks or wear. My plan is to replace them every 10 years since I will not exceed 100,000 miles. I think the good-old-days of a broken fan belt are long gone.

AutoZone can't read DTC (diagnostic trouble codes). You need a professional scan tool (Snap On, Autel etc) or Forscan. Replacing the sensors is simple and the manual has the two steps (partially) shown in the attached image of the previous post.

You should scan for codes. A bad wheel sensor will throw a code. Replacing the sensors look easy.

It may be a bad clutch on the AC. The clutch is on the front of the pulley and an electro magnet pulls it tight to turn the compressor. Check out some YouTube videos to see how they operate. You can see it activate and release when it's working properly.

I used a threaded bolt hole on the floor next to the front seat (next to the rear seat rail mount). M10 bolt I think.

Yes, that will remove power from the ACM. You MAY lose radio presets.

2014-2016 should work (maybe 2017 & 2018 to get one in better condition). I don't have an authoritative list. Most will have both cruise and stereo controls. There is a post about someone who tried a steering wheel from a full size Transit that did not work. Look at car-part.com.

I have not seen any documentation on wire color standards for automotive wiring. Ford seems to have some standard colors but these may change with product line.Note that automotive wire ampacity does not follow NEC (NEC ampacity limts are overrated for safety). I bought 5 or 6 rolls of 14 and 18 ga wire. I chose colors that I liked. 14ga is overkill for most applications. 18ga is versatile for all circuits 10amp and lower.

Yes, the 2014 should work without any problems. Buy the correct steering wheel.

The bolts are fine unless the brakes have been damaged by contact with something. This type of damage would also have damaged the wheel. You are probably feeling a rotor that is warped or has uneven brake pad deposits. This problem plagues many disc brakes and happens for a variety of reasons. You need new pads and rotors to fix it. The brakes will stop OK and are safe to use but they are annoying in this condition.

Brake guide bolts 28 Nm Brake caliper bracket 175 Nm

I bought a manual from this company in 2016. It is a PDF of the factory manual. It's only shortcoming is the hot links in the PDF don't work. But the manual is very useful and thorough. The wiring diagrams are extra and I probably have used these more than the manual. https://www.factory-manuals.com/ford-transit-connect&28&164 I mounted the amp under the driver's seat. My 2016 has large blocks of styrofoam under the carpet. I don't think the 2022 dash is the same as the 2016 or I would send you info.

Hayley, My liftgate is working without any problems. The RV shop should be able to handle the installation with my instructions. The only downside to the product is the auto latch-draw tite mechanism won't easily work on the TC (this part would eliminate the problem of not fully latching when all windows are rolled up). Feel free to post any questions your shop has.