Changed battery
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LOL - nope, not even close. SLI flooded battery has a different charge profile than AGM would be another reason to get FORScan, change battery type and reset BMS. Not resetting BMS and different battery does lower age but AGM's are "flattening that curve".But with that said, when this virus situation is over, its hook up the trailer and away we go. I do want an AGM, but I'll take it to the dealer and have it done.
I just think it's not right for folks to have to go to the dealer for something as simple as a battery replacement.
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[QUOTE=msgtord;6658850I just think it's not right for folks to have to go to the dealer for something as simple as a battery replacement.[/QUOTE]
I have only owned a Ford since March 3. Love my truck, but must say, this Forum gives me the jeebies. Previous vehicle was a 05 YukonXL, hardly ever had an issue with it, the fuel system electronics were far superior and more accurate than this truck. Don't get me wrong, I chose my truck because the towing abilities for when I want with a travel trailer, and to date, I just really like it. I do most maintenance things, but the thought of such a complex battery exchange, I mean, really.
I have only owned a Ford since March 3. Love my truck, but must say, this Forum gives me the jeebies. Previous vehicle was a 05 YukonXL, hardly ever had an issue with it, the fuel system electronics were far superior and more accurate than this truck. Don't get me wrong, I chose my truck because the towing abilities for when I want with a travel trailer, and to date, I just really like it. I do most maintenance things, but the thought of such a complex battery exchange, I mean, really.
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Just ran across this thread ....changed my battery back in April....dealer was expecting a AGM but my factory oem wasn't....they didn't have nether battery in stock so I bought a Costco AGM battery and put in in myself...dealer told it would be fine and actually better for the truck with all it's acc. never said anything about a reset....I never even thought about it and I've never had any problems should I be pulling out Forscan for the fist time in a yr. or so or just let it alone....I'd hate to start causing problems?