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    car shuddering

    The other day my raptor started shuddering and vibrating at idle Stops when I drive But it felt like rain mode Very limited performance CEL flashing on and off Ford said they would reset the VVT and then reprogram it My cam phaser VVT was replaced about 12,000 miles ago Car currently has about...
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    power outlet Q

    Does it matter whether I use the outlet at the front or at the back? I intend to charge a battery: Battery: Li-ION 14.4 volts 6,700 mAh Charger: Input: 100-240 0.8A Output: 16.8 volts 1.5 Amps 25.2 watts
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    Should i buy Ford extended warranty?

    $3,200 for six years or till 100,000 miles My 2017 currently has about 56,000 miles I drive about 2,200 miles a month The warranty will cover whatever is mentioned in the attached pdf. The photograph illustrates what's not covered. Based on how much I drive, I calculated that I'll have...
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    Unknown plastic bits

    Found in rear seat storage bin Thanks
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    GEN 2 4x4 temporarily locked

    I was in 4A yesterday I was towing my side by side and during some twisty up and down hill roads, I got the 4x4 temporarily locked. It then switched to 4H for less than a minute before giving me the 4x4 restored message. I was on tarmac - wouldn't 4H harm the drive train? From the manual...
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    GEN 2 Bicycle in cabin?

    Anyone stow their bicycle in the rear passenger section? I was able to but it wasn't really latched onto anything. Looking for ideas.
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    GEN 2 Load a 450lb motorcycle - how

    How would you? I haven't decided on one yet, but it'll be an adventure bike around this the weight. At this point, I'm keen on a ktm 790 adventure R. Or similar from competitors. The question is how to safely get it on and how to strap or down. What are you gents doing? I'm considering a...
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    GEN 2 disfigured leaves?

    gents does my spring leaf look to S shaped? Stock springs - 2017 with 22,000 miles No jumping and any offroading was mostly fire roads or long stretches of soft sand
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    Raptor 2017+ (BLIS blind spot sensor)

    I am selling a brand new Ford Raptor BLIS system. Part# HC3Z-14C689-b Never used. I'll take 30% off of retail + $10 shipping. So if it retails for $100, I'll take $70+$10= $80
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    GEN 2 Wheel lug nuts - mine 22 mm

    Hi gents Purchased a torque wrench and breaker bar to maintain my lug nuts. A 21mm socket was too small. A 22mm was snug. I checked all the lug nuts. All 22mm. I thought the raptor was 21mm? The tires I changed were stock. 44th week of 2016. And fairly certain that in the 4 services since...
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    GEN 2 relax the leaf springs

    hi all If I place a jack lift under the rear axle - between the differential and the leaf springs U bolt - and lift, will the springs relax? I want to clean between the leaves (leafii?) and then spray some PTFE to lubricate. Will the spring leafs relax? Thanks
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    GEN 2 4A blinking while in 4H

    Hi fellows Took the raptor and my son pout you the desert yesterday. Switched it to 4H and left everything else stock. A few minutes into some high speed ruts, I notice my instrument display says '4x4 mode resumed' or similar. Basically, I understand that I lost 4x4 mode and it'd resumed...
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    GEN 2 Damaged tailgate

    Hello everyone What all do I need to replace this tailgate? The whole gate itself? Or a component? Maybe the outer shell? If I need to replace the whole thing, I'll go with the step model Thanks
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    GEN 2 2 bolt slots - tailgate

    A friend noticed my raptor didn't have bolts in these slots, while his does. Mines a fully loaded '17 and his is a mid '19. Perhaps something to do with the tailgate step? I don't have one but his does. Any idea? Grazie
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    GEN 2 ADD Pro bolt on - questions

    Hi guys I've turned off adaptive cruise control but I still use regular cruise control & collision warning. If I get the add pro bolt on and choose not to relocate the acc module, what do I do? I think if I disconnect the module, I'll lose regular cruise control. Also, is service like an...
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    GEN 2 Intercooler or radiator first?

    Considering really hot climates, like here in the UAE. Imagine a few weeks of 126 Fahrenheit and a few months of 105 to 115. Which would you change out first: Intercooler or radiator? Or intercooler + thermostat & request folk over at mpt to turn on radiator fans at 176 f?
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    GEN 2 violent jerking - offroad

    So I went offroading lightly today. You'll see from the video. The vehicle started violently jerking. As soon as I got into the sand and turned on 4H. The same violent jerking happened in all modes. Normal, Sport, Sand, and Baja. I purchased my 2017 with 8,000km (5,000 miles) and it now has...
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    GEN 2 Body panel discoloration

    Hi everyone I noticed this panel on my 2017 raptor is discolored. I briefly asked the ford people and they said it's normal. But they'll try 'yes, that's normal' with everything they have to pay for if they can get away with it.
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    GEN 2 Remove 2017 raptor hood/bed graphics

    Hello everyone I'd really like to take off my hood & bed graphics. The hood stripes are just ok but I personally don't prefer the bed graphic. I prefer a minimalist look. My raptor is a 2017. Paint looks ok. Do you think there will be a color variation if I take off the bed graphics? Thanks
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    GEN 2 Gear hangs after driving in M

    I don't drive in M very often. Maybe a couple of times a week But this has happened twice After coming to a stop during manual mode, the car gear feels very heavy. As if I was in a high gear - imagine trying to drive off in 4th gear. I tried the obvious, shifting gears down. But it showed it...
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    GEN 2 Ripped tail gate

    Hi everyone Was driving my buggy onto my trailer and I must've been driving a bit faster than normal. The trailer unhitched from the tow ball, went skyward and then landed on my tail gate. What options do I have? Repair? Stock replacement? Aftermarket replacement? Thanks
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    GEN 2 Leaking shock? (Photos)

    Hello everyone While washing my car on a lift today, I noticed this sludge on my rear shock. Does it appear that my shock is leaking? Thank you
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    GEN 2 Service query

    Hello everyone I have a 2017 that I picked up in May, about 5 months ago. I dont have the service manual & won't have access to it for a few days. Can you tell me what should be done in 2 years? I'm particularly thinking about shocks service. I'll be traveling for 10 days and would prefer to...
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    No pull-out rear step - 2017

    Hello everyone I picked up a 2017 model thats "fully specced". Sony system, dual AC, electric pedals, 360 cameras, seat memory, panoramic roof, auxiliary LED lights on side mirrors and so on. thanks How come it doesn't have this:
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    GEN 2 What can you tell me about this '17 raptor?

    Hi everyone Looking to pick up a 2017 raptor. Oxford white 7,500 km (4,600 miles) I think it's the fully loaded. Front camera. Panoramic sunroof. Sony speakers. Side mirror led lights. Front camera. Based on the photos attached, can you tell me what model it is? Is it the 802A package...

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