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From this angle, and with a black truck, if u squint u might think it's a chase rack...

I have the fob key remote start on my 2011. The wife added it as a Christmas present several years ago. She took it to the dealership and had it installed.

Those look really nice. What color are they?

I replaced my Motorcraft battery after about 5 1/2 years with a yellowtop. I bought the felt pads on a whim and they work great. My truck is not a daily driver and the Optima has not failed me over 3+ years. I use a battery tender when I know it will be sitting for extended periods.

Check under the hood, near the coolant reservoir on the driver's side. There is a switch that must be depressed when the hood is closed in order allow the remote start to function. Chech the switch and the plug to the switch; if it's bent down or if the plug is dirty you might be able to solve...

I'm from Central WI. The truck is plasti dipped matte black.

Hi all. I appreciate all the information here and decided to join. Been a Raptor owner for a couple of years. Here's a current picture: