Is it possible to get a combination of the 6.2L, electronic locking diff, and cloth interior (bench)? The F-150 PR videos are pretty BS too but they at least have some substantial info. I'm pretty sure it's called EPAS. It feels like a chatter or popping in the steering wheel. Shipping: Free Pretty good idea actually seeing as limited slip takes longer to engage and once moving is not really needed. At least then I would have a legal case to pursue against Ford. EPS wont be available for specialty models, like the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor and Harley-Davidson F-150, that are equipped with the heavier large displacement 6.2-liter V-8. If you are going to make improvements make improvements that make sense! People were bashing the hybrid on the last GM hybrid post, not the steering. 
View cart for details. After a 400 mi. I thought I was crazy because it made no sense. Ford - 6.5 box option in crewcab Other systems that use an e locker require the truck to already be in 4wd or 4wd low only. No monthly fees with Sync. Watch and learn boys. The world's best truck keeps getting better. They have confirmed the issue, but are now waiting for me to meet with the regional engineer next week. It does not occur when you are making turns. This page is for personal, non-commercial use. How Does the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV Compare to Other Electric Pickups? We get it. Thank you for the posting. (apples to apples) I finally found someone to listen in Phoenix. I will post back if one or the other fixes the problem. "The world's best truck keeps getting better.". Maybe, when it gets hot, some steering components expand. I sometimes think you Chevy owners really don't hate us you envy us With everything that is turning electric, dual batteries and dual alternators will have to be standard soon. I do not know exactly how to describe it, but it almost feels like the steering pops down and then back up with a hallow feeling. Ford is WAY ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation and engineering. Brakes. We live in Michigan and Tennessee. I have a great tech that looked/drove the vehicle and has a 2 part approach he is going to try. It's the only way that any company will meet upcoming MPG guidelines. Theyll stick with conventional hydraulic steering. That's 1.8 meters for our northern neighbors. Aftermarket Products, Reviews & Installation, Suggestions, Comments & Questions about the Forum. That is exactly what I have, just as I thought. The electric motor that fails is buried inside the rack and pinion steering system, so the fix is a complete replacement for $1,600 ($1,200 in parts). I am confident that there will be a fix for this. Once again you fail to move me or convince otherwise. Like I said to the Ford rep I would be better off to have had a major accident as a result of this EAPS failure. It is 100% heat related. Maybe full-size but no way is Ford the best in compact/mid-sized Electronic locking diff., that is so 90's e locker not available with the 6.2L with exception of Raptor. Side access steps - as above. Big difference. Grant it, they are different problems than you and I and others are having, but they have major problems with their electric power steering. Sold by: If you don't mind, let me know what kind of truck you get. Here is something interesting. Lou, my problem with the man step is that instead of fixing the problem with the box height Ford sticks a man step on. Sorry,but these "modern" trucks are getting less like trucks and more like flimsy cars.400 hp and flimsy steering,and too much reliance on electronics.All that power is no good if its going to break down constantly.Imagine in 10-15 years.none of these present day trucks will be alive.Plenty of late 70s,mid 80s still around though. Ford - does not have idiot fan boi's like you. http://special-reports.pickuptrucks.com/2008/11/extreme-tractio.html, "Oh and GM had a automatic locker for over a decade now". It again improved the truck, but did not fix it. The result is that it is better, but not totally fixed. This listing is for part or sub-assembly number given below only. Pre or post 2010 or pre or post 2011.
Yaw sensor will be floor mounted somewhere near the center of "rotation" of the vehicle. Like you, mine is affected by the heat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RQ6CBjGMpw "New tilt and telescoping steering is standard on FX and Lariat models". Ford is aware of the problem, we are not alone. Bob, They did the last two items at the same time. Great EBAYER seller AAAA ++++, Arrived on time as described v.good supplier AAA+. What all the cool kids will be buying is the 2011 FX4 with EcoBoost, e-locker and leather seats. Replacing this did nothing. in my pocket for doing nothing. The video was very helpful. The 2011 Ford F-150 will be the first full-size pickup truck offered with standard electric power steering instead of conventional hydraulic assisted turning. I have been working with the regional engineer and Ford is aware of a problem. So will the additional fuel savings pay to replace batteries more frequently and the $300-400 alternators? To confirm that this part fits your vehicle, please choose a vehicle from the "My Garage" list OR enter your vehicles details below. Now, it only bugs me on occasion. Don't know about you but unless you want the weak hybrid that's the only thing you are going to find with EPS on a Chevrolet, This will be found across the board with Ford. The post said Ford was the first to offer ESP as a STANDARD feature in a full size truck. Whereas a hydraulic power steering system uses an engine-driven pump and pressurized hydraulic fluid to help turn a truck's wheels and reduce driver effort, EPS replaces the hydraulic pump and fluid with an electromechanical motor-driven connection to the steering system. Silverado and GM only have like 3 trim levels. Senses if the vehicle line of travel, motion, is in line with the direction set by the stearing. Dave, Rails guards! I see several threads out there on this topic, and I wanted to shed more light on yet another failure. It is over smaller imperfections and does not feel suspension related because it has nothing to do with larger bumps. My truck was bad enough that it distracted me the whole time I was driving. or needs to be replaced. If they do permit it, it is with a plow prep package which would likely delete the electric power steering. Bob, That noise happens in other GM vehicles too, not just the Hybrid Silverado. They have done three repairs so far: 1. changed intermediate steering shaft - did nothing. "MORE OF WHAT COUNTS". You still haven't turned off your adblocker or allowed our site. Guess they needed something to spend 60 billion on. The latest Ford half-ton will also receive several other notable improvements. But ads are also how we keep the garage doors open and the lights on here at Autoblog - and keep our stories free for you and for everyone. Offering the locking diff on other models of the F-150 is a great idea. The first answer was no. Apart from the new F-150, the system has only been implemented on General Motors' full-size two-mode hybrid pickups and SUVs since 2009 -- and even then, that system drew upon the hybrids' 42-volt electrical system, not the standard 12-volt architecture found in conventional vehicles. He has found a mechanic who has really tried to find a repair. Something went wrong. I, like you, cannot drive it much longer with the current condition. I am looking to unload it. I don't care what gm comes out with, some liberal here is going to badmouthing it and I am simply responding to it. The locking diff on other models!! I have no solution. Within those pages is confirmation that electric power steering will be fitted to all trucks built with the new 3.7-liter V-6, the 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V-6, or the 5.0-liter V-8. I'll use 4x4 only when I absolutely need it. Sorry to hi-jack this thread, but I urgently need information on Ford electric power steering failure modes. I have filed a written complaint with NHTSA.gov. I know what your problem is you are one of the liberals that voted for Barack Obama. I was in the middle of a turn, and the wheel locked up. I understand your concern about the problem not showing up when the regional engineer looks at it. You must have JavaScript enabled to experience the new Autoblog. General discussion on 2009 - 2014 Ford F150 truck. The less electric a vehicle is the less problems (electrical problems mainly, go figure) there will be and the more manual a vehicle is the more control the driver has over the vehicle. They just want to change the EPAS again. Ford - bigger crewcab with flat rear floor Tailgate step - the only reason I can see for GM boys to slag it is because it's a Ford only device. IIRC Fords e locker they are using now disengages over 30mph and re-engages when below 30mph. As you can see from brtruck, they don't know how to repair it. It seems to occur more with higher temperatures. YES. Ford fans can't deny the facts no matter how they try to spin it. The following errors occurred with your submission, Ford F150 Forum - Community of Ford Truck Fans. I have a brand new 2012 with the exact same issue. The EPAS will be tight and pop free for 3 to 5 days and then loosen up and start popping again all at once. Ford's outboard shocks work better.
Oh and GM had a automatic locker for over a decade now, so basically ford decided to come up with "manual" locker a decade late LOL so much for "#1" truck! drive in 90 degree weather, I parked and let it cool down a little, opened the hood, grabbed the upper end of the steering shaft and was able to re-create the "pop" by pulling laterally on the shaft. I told him that was not the case at all; that it had nothing to do with the feel of epas. Given what I know now, this is what I would do in your situation. Thanks for that. - They have 3 higher levels = King Ranch, Platinum, Harley Edition. I thought that this problem applied to the 2011 model because that was the first year of the electric power steering. The Chevy videos sound like the Palin/Couric interview. The crafty folks behind PickupTrucks.com recently dug up the official dealer order guide for the 2011 F-150 range. Mr. Dog, The thing that caught my eye the most was the E-locker on multiple models! If the EPAS was the problem, then replacing it would have completely solved the problem. You never know when something like this will happen. Sometimes its not about who had what first, sometimes its about who has the better system. @smtrthnu, Lou, and Dave You guys are my heroes! @Bloods No we wouldn't, we would have said just wait till Ford comes out with it and it will be better! The 1995 Tacoma had an available e-locking diff Once again GM came out with ESP first!!! I don't think I can stand to drive this truck over a long period of time with this problem. I cant believe GM pays you. On the last post about EPS, most people were positive about it and deduced it was going in Ford first. Please let me know what you find out. Since it eliminates the engine-driven hydraulic pump and only draws power once the driver turns the steering wheel, EPS systems reportedly can shave fuel consumption by as much as four percent. Please choose your vehicles details for specific results. Thanks. What about short people? Ford has like 10. I could go on and on but see the videos for yourself. I have also taken mine to a Ford dealer to find the problem. Click on the icon for your Adblocker in your browser. {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}, Add to cart to save with this special offer. Do you see gm fans bashing ford or dodge products, NO! Automatic rear locker - Ford does. I may just get rid of it, if I can. Now I suppose some posters here like Lou are going to start bringing up government motors and all that bailout crap. Maybe you will get lucky. I like the deep Ford bed. Any info you can provide would be great to address with Ford. Ford does not have drum brakes. Crash response:Sync has automatic 911 alert with airbag deployment. @ Bob aka mad dork Some people refer to it as popping. We will see more devices like EPS. When you say shaking, is the.
This is the only thing they did that I could see making things better but not totally fixing the problem. @robz71 onstar and sinc are totally different things and i find it funny how having a convienent option on a truck, "little boy step", is a bad thing. lol just saying i dont see the logic. Contact Us - Changed out the EPAS unit. News, Reviews, Photos, Videos delivered straight to your in-box. It is something that would require more than that. Parts are a week out. Unlike his experience, the dealer here in Nashville "blew me off." 2. They replaced part of the steering shaft. Electronic Power Assisted Steering. It will be a very Merry Christmas for a lot of Ford customers this year. revealed most of the powertrain details surrounding its revamped 2011 F-150 pickup, reportedly can shave fuel consumption by as much as four percent. Ford saying they had it first is just like our Liar and Chief Barack Hussein Obama who lies all the time about statistics. That and paying severance to all the CEO's it rotates through. They start to talk about truck logistics and then veer of into nothing but the party line. Otherwise, it would be what to do about it if the repairs have not resulted in a "fix." EPS offers up to a four percent improvement in fuel economy by getting rid of the losses that come from operating a hydraulic pump, a nearly infinite tuning of steering feel and the elimination of hydraulic steering fluid and hoses. 2021-22 Ford F-150s Recalled for Driveshaft Issue: Recall Alert, Ram 2019-20 HDs, Chassis Cabs Recalled for Faulty Fuel Pump, Half-Ton Trucks and Weight-Distribution Hitches: Why and When to Use, Recall Alert: 131,000 2021-22 Ram HD, Chassis-Cab Fire Risk, New tilt and telescoping steering is standard on FX and Lariat models, An electronic-locking rear differential is available for multiple models, not just the dedicated FX4 and Raptor off-road trucks.