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TSB 13-9-19 https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/inv/2013/INSL-PE13031-59132.pdf I think the modem replacement/upgrade only involves programming the TCU. TSB 13-9-19 indicates reprogramming the powertrain control module (PCM). Is this what they are telling you needs to be fixed? What, precisely, are...

I don't think it's really all that finicky. You just don't get much feedback from the car to tell you if it's ON or just "on." No starter motor, no engine noise etc. Just a little icon on the dash. Other EVs may have a more sensible system. IIRC, the Model S starts simply by sitting in the car...

For workplace charging consider that: 1) ~90% of commutes are <35 miles one way (of course it might be different for your company's employees) 2) cars will likely be parked at workplace ~7-8h This means that for most: - typical level 2 charging will replenish expended range to work in <1.5 h -...

https://ford.oemdtc.com/2653/15n04-embedded-modem-replacement-2012-2016-ford-2015-lincoln Docs here suggest that the modem is (or is part of) the Telematics Control Unit. If this car hasn't already had the 3G replacement done under 15N04, I would think the replacement should be free (until 5yrs...

TCU= telematics control module? You mentioned a modem repair. Is that the equipment upgrade from 2G to 3G, or some other problem? I was under the impression that the 2G to 3G modem replacement required a TCU replacement (modem integrated in TCU? or maybe incompatible with old one?). Shouldn't...

Total WAG. Possibly the reversing contactor is sticking and not making good solid contacts for the default current path (for Drive) after being switched to Reverse. I'm not certain, but I imagine that the FFE's controlling electronics monitors the high voltage contactors for temps and arcing...

Yes. Regen engages first and is ramped up as you depress the pedal. Shifting to L basically just increases the default starting level of regen (i.e. with foot off the go pedal). It's useful for driving down mountains (or doing "one pedal" operation, which some prefer). I seriously doubt it -...

Theoretically, you should be able to hook up an inverter to the 12v system and draw down the traction battery IF THE CAR IS ON. The question is how many amps can the DC-DC converter safely provide. Projects like this that I've seen for the Leaf, IIRC, seem to target ~80-100 amps @ ~13-14v DC to...

Sorry, my mistake. I did a search for it and the link I clicked on gave info for the plug-in version. There is apparently a hardwired version as well.

Yes, as others have said it's basically a smart extension cord. It sends a 1kHz pilot signal to the on-board charger, with the duty cycle indicating max amperage draw to protect your house wiring. There is also GFCI protection and a proximity detection circuit. It basically ensures that the...

At first glance that doesn't seem like a full life cycle analysis. Including mining/drilling/refining/transportation etc. emissions and line losses etc. would probably change the numbers but you'd likely get a qualitatively similar result. UCS's analysis (...

This one seems to be intended for a 50 amp/240v circuit - it has NEMA 6-50 connectors. I was under the impression that you were talking about extending from a standard 15A/120v receptacle, in which case you would need to change out the plug/connectors. I'm not sure how feasible this would be...

As far as I can tell, the guides are turned on in the settings but they never show up. What appears to be a zoom function (plus icon?) doesn't work either. Tried a master reset. No change.

Yeah, but in an EV you don't need to turn over an engine, so the 12v doesn't need huge cranking amps. All that's required is a continuous low amperage draw for the modem etc. and a somewhat higher amp, but momentary, discharge to energized the contactors to connect the traction battery. Once...

I don't think I've ever seen range/direction lines on mine. Is there a setting for this somewhere? Would a dirty lens affect it?

Sorry to hear of your troubles. Could you please clarify some things for us. You said you had contacted your own non-Ford mechanic to take care of the brake issue (I assume you meant "hydraulic control unit"?). Was this worked on before the charging issue developed? I suppose it's possible that...

My line voltage is 245v. Just tested my OpenEVSE unit again by increasing max current to 32A. Current draw tops out at a steady 29.7A, so ~7.3kw if current reading is accurate.

Yeah, definitely don't rush into getting an exclusively BEV fleet. Keep an old ICE car around for a while as a 2nd vehicle and start keeping close track of how often you have to do longer trips and how many of these trips really require you to use your own car. My guess is a lot of the time you...

I wonder about this. I was stupidly playing around with the rapi interface on my OpenEVSE via wifi when a typo I entered caused the max current limit to reset to the default in the firmware (80A, IIRC). The car had been charging for a while when this happened and the displayed current shot up to...

This will depend entirely upon your particular situation and habits. If both of you will be just tooling around Austin and environs for ~99% of the time, then two FFEs might serve you very well. If long range trips are actually going to be rare, it will not be much of a hassle/burden to rent...