Edward

UPDATE: Been running the 50psi in the tires for about a week now. No real extreme difference, but it seems I may have picked up 1-2mpg on some trips. And lifetime mpg is up to 49. I'll be experimenting with A/C for the next few weeks. I'd like to see if I can maintain a 50+mpg with using A/C + recirc and manually turning the compressor on/off. I highly doubt I'll be able to but let's try it.

In general no. The APIM (Accessory protocol interface module) is particular to the set up in your current model. Although you see a faceplate and controls, the actual radio is a system of integrated electronic modules. (See illustration below) There are upgrades which can be found, as mentioned above. I've been looking at one from Amazon that one of my coworkers installed on his Edge. The company also pre-programs those upgrades to the VIN of the particular vehicle. I've heard good things and the price point isn't too hateful.. (About $750 from what I've been researching.) I would consider getting a Ford trained technician to be on call, if you're installing it yourself, or to help you out with the install process.

Thanks, this is what I was looking for. On the highway, I set at 5mph above speedlimit, or at the speed limit on those 70mph stretches. My highway mileage is usually around 48-49, whereas my commute mph is anywhere from 48 to 60mpg depending on traffic (14 miles, 1 highway for 12 miles, 5 total traffic lights.) On the 2014 I can turn fan on separate from the A/C unit. Most of the time I run with windows cracked as this vehicle is also a greyhound transporter. On some medium (10-14mile) trips I get up to 63mpg. I tried the coasting thing downhill, I worry about shifting back into drive at higher speed so I don't do it that often. I will try running the tires at 50psi and see if I can get any increases. I am constantly learning, through trial and error and gauge watching (I prefer the engage display) how to maximize mpg/ EV usage. My overall goal with this vehicle is 50+mpg lifetime (Almost at 49mpg lifetime now) and I think I can do it.

Thanks both of you for that, I've seen this guy's videos before and they really didn't answer any of the questions I asked.

I did it... not very spectacular but still okayish...

I've had my 2014 Cmax (SEL not a plug-in) for a bit over 6 months now. Current lifetime mpg is 48.7mpg, vehicle only has 52k miles. I'm averaging about 54 ish mpg for the last couple of months. Does anyone take their Cmax on long highway trips? does the MPG suffer? If so, are there any tricks to doing long distance (other than drafting when possible, and coasting down hills.) And some of my trips would be through mountainous regions (think VA/WVa/Pa and such. Are there any ways to keep the EV going as long as possible before the ICE kicks in? Does A/C have a drastic effect on the mpg? What about the Hvac blower motor running? I've seen grill covers recommended, but my vehicle has the auto grill shutters. Still recommended or no? I am looking into trying the gas pods, they aren't expensive and my feeling is that they can't hurt.

A little late to the party but whatever.... About me: Ford Parts guy with over 20 years experience. I work mostly with my truck repair facility these days. But feel free to ask me any questions. Also located in the NoVA area. About my car: 2014 Cmax, got a smoking deal on it with only 40K on it last year. I've already put 10k on her. Garage kept and probably driven only to church and bingo. (5K miles a year...) It took me about 6 weeks to relearn driving skills in order to maximize my MPG. I'm currently running about 52mpg, with the vehicle lifetime average being 48.4mpg. Anyways I'm looking forward to learning more from the forum, and possibly sharing any knowledge I have.