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Old 04-12-2022, 11:37 AM   #1
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Is Orion DC-DC converter compatible with 2019 (or newer) F150

My 2019 F150 does not use a relay to enable trailer charge voltage to the 7pin connector but the the truck does require Trailer Detection and the brakes to be pressed before enabling the trailer charge voltage to the 7pin connector. I tried disabling the Orion engine detect and low voltage shutoff but the truck disabled the voltage anyway. Has anyone had success using the Orion DC-DC converter with a 2019 (or newer) Ford truck?
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Old 04-16-2022, 02:13 PM   #2
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I've learned some interesting things about how my F150 controls the trailer charge voltage to the 7pin connector. Now I understand why it seemed like the F150 was shutting down the 12VDC to the trailer which kept me from making any progress in setting up the Orion DC-DC charger.
1. The F150 must first detect a trailer is connected. There is a message on the dash panel confirming a trailer is connected.
2. The brake pedal must be pressed 2-3 seconds after starting.
3. The driver door must be closed. Opening/closing the door caused the 12VDC to go off then come back on.
4. The key FOB must be close the the truck. IF the driver gets out and moves away from the truck with the door closed the 12VDC will turn off until the FOB gets close the the truck again.
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