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For those still interested, the Tema4x4 lift kit on eBay / Amazon installed fine and gave a decent lift, no longer scraping at splaces it used to! I think this car should have been this height from the beginning.

Is there a place up in the roof console to tap 12V switched power for a dashcam? I have the sunroof too. I'm planning to use the circuit from a 12V socket USB adaptor to provide a USB jack for my dashcam as I don't want to pull the A pillar trim to run a wire down to the dash area.

I just ordered my C-Max. So, I haven't had a chance to poke around inside yet. It looks like the front foot wells are pretty much mirror images of each other, except for the pedals and the foot rest for the driver. In my test drive, I simply hated that foot rest. I wonder if I could just pull back the carpet, and take out that foot rest, or maybe do something to reshape it. Has anyone had a peek under that carpet yet?

Looking at something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Tema4x4-Complete-FOCUS-C-MAX-2012-2018/dp/B073F99S91/ref=pd_sbs_263_1/147-9239965-5571232?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B073F99S91&pd_rd_r=23ddf887-8a8d-4da7-ab55-c6a2cd9f8955&pd_rd_w=J72Id&pd_rd_wg=aCHGG&pf_rd_p=b65ee94e-1282-43fc-a8b1-8bf931f6dfab&pf_rd_r=XXS7J2SQB9E15A6XNMQD&psc=1&refRID=XXS7J2SQB9E15A6XNMQD

Don't care about larger tires but would love it if my c-max sat a little higher off the ground.

Found this filter . Being new to hybrids, but fresh out of the turner world, I have to wonder why the product was even made. I know K&N filter often add a couple extra HP, but would C-Max even benefit from this? Like I said, filter/ intake upgrades don't really add much power, but could our cars be more restricted than the average car? Also, would the new filter negatively impact mpg's, provided normal driving conditions? I rarely stomp the pedal, so the added power would be almost never used. I do think it would be nice to have a little more pep getting onto the highway (altho, I don't have any issues doing so). In the past, I have used K&N filters for the HP and the fact the are reusable. I still think having a reusable filter will save me money in the long run. Just tossing around ideas for discussion. What do you guys think?

62Lincoln, you are responding to posts that are over a year old...

Try getting 3M ceramic window tint - it will block UV yet does not have to be super dark to perform its function.

So, I cut up some plexiglass, got some black adhesive, and... ...the contents of my glove box actually stay in place now! :)

I was also going to suggest pulling the fuse if nothing else is on the circuit; however, I like having the rear camera on while using my cargo rack. If fact, I even turn on the delay option to keep the camera on longer so I can get a longer view to monitor things I have on it.

Geesh... How simple, yet needed. I wish Ford would take note of this, and possibly cut you a small check for the idea :)

those kinds of filters will hi-flow more dirt/dust into your engine. don't waste your money.

I have K&N filters in my Miatas and my motorhome. At the very least I think they do no harm and I do save money over the years. I usually keep my vehicles for many years, generally in double digits. I have to wonder though, if FE gains in excess of 20% are available by simply changing the air filter, why wouldn't the car companies put them in at the factory? Think of the boost to their CAFE numbers.

I put a hi flow filter in my truck 15 years ago.(still have the same one in there) I got a 5 mpg boost and has 300,000 miles on it now with no problems. Saves gas and only have to buy one over the life of the vehicle. What more could you ask for?

Why do people believe the C-Max has a restrictive filter? where's the evidence? and replacing it with an oiled K&N less restrictive filter is of benefit? where's the evidence? If you want more dirt in your engine, put the K&N filter in or any other less restrictive filter. If you want to save money on air filter changes starting at 120 k miles, put the K&N filter in (3 - OEM filters = 1 K&N filter). If you want to risk an oiled MAF sensor, put the oiled K&N filter in (of course K&N denies this is an issue with a properly oiled filter). It's one own choice but beware of seat of the pants performance and mileage improvement claims using a "less restrictive" filter (if there is a restriction, it's virtually always not the air filter) ;)

The ICE is one big air pump. Anything that helps it breathe easier improves power and mileage. The air intakes on cars now days are so restictive I'm surprised they run at all.

I've never liked dead pedals, this one is REALLY bad.