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Samsung's higher-end televisions can be upgraded by purchasing a new module kit for around $200.00 From their website: "Evolutionary TV TV technology changes every year. Samsung Smart Evolution allows you to upgrade your Smart TV without having to buy a new set. Compatible 2012 models can be updated now or in the future with the latest Smart TV features. And compatible 2013 models have the ability to be updated later to enhance your entertainment experience. With Smart Evolution, you’ll never get left behind again." I would expect sometime in the future (5 - 10 years or more), auto manufacturers will have infotainment systems that can be upgraded to stay compatible with the latest user smart phones and communications technology (Purple Tooth?, USB 5?). Or at least I think they should. :)

From a post from Bill-N, there is an updated dealer-install-only update that came out last week. It is supposed to address frozen radios. May 29 2014 4984 -2013-2014 C-MAX - Frozen Or Delayed Update Of Radio Station Display Some 2013-2014 C-MAX vehicles may exhibit an intermittent concern while changing radio stations. The station changes but the screen display does not reflect the station change. The screen may eventually display the correct frequency or channel after a few minute delay. This may occur on FM, AM bands and/or Sirius channels. To correct the condition reprogram the Audio Control Module (ACM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 90.04 and higher. Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraft.com. For warranty claiming use causal part 19C107, and use the applicable 12651D labor operations in Section 10 of the SLTS Manual for the vehicle.

The buzzing sound is probably the vacuum pump running during the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Leak Check Monitor. The EVAP leak check monitor executes on the EVAP system to determine if a leak is present. The PCM will turn ON the EVAP leak detection control module switching valve and vacuum pump to apply a vacuum to the EVAP system for EVAP leak check monitoring. The EVAP leak check monitor is initiated at ignition OFF if the conditions to run the monitor have been met during the preceding drive cycle. Non-hybrid vehicles use engine manifold vacuum for the leak check monitor. Hybrids require a vacuum pump for the leak check monitor.

May 08 2014 4917 -Announcing Safety Recall 14S04 DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Safety Recall 14S04: Certain 2013-2014 Model Year C-MAX and Escape Vehicles - Reprogram Restraints Control Module. Advisory detailsOn certain vehicles, due to a defect in the restraint control module programming, deployment of the side curtain airbags may be delayed in certain rollover circumstances, which could increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants. Correction: Dealers will reprogram the restraint control module.

On http://www.etis.ford.com/ the official classification is 5-door UAV. A google search shows that UAV means "urban activity vehicle". UAV also means "unmanned aerial vehicle" but I don't think a C-Max will fly. :flyaway:

Field Service Action 12M02 details are available on this website. http://allstatetrucks.com/recalls.htm#top Click on one of the "12M02 S1" links.

It is the 12 volt battery that was dead. The battery guage on the dash only displays the hybrid high voltage battery (HVB) status. My experience has been that the dealer does not connect a charger to the 12 volt battery during reprogramming (as required per the service bulletin) and it becomes discharged during the reprogramming process. It will likely be OK after they recharge the battery.

Ford says it will improve fuel economy. Link DEARBORN, Mich - Underscoring its commitment to fuel economy leadership, Ford Motor Company today said it is upgrading the 2014 Ford C-MAX Hybrid, which will go on sale in December. The company also is changing the way it tests and labels the 2013 C-MAX Hybrid for fuel economy to better match performance and improve customer satisfaction. The upgrades build on powertrain software updates Ford announced last month for the 2013 C-MAX Hybrid. The 2014 C-MAX also will benefit from several hardware changes, including: Gearing changes that result in a more efficient transmission drive ratioNew hood seal, front and rear tire deflectors, A-pillar moldings and the addition of rear lift gate deflectors to improve vehicle aerodynamicsNew engine oil with reduced frictionThe enhancements to the 2014 C-MAX Hybrid are expected to improve customers’ on-road fuel economy, especially at highway speeds. Mobil says it improves fuel economy. Link What role does viscosity play in a motor oil? Engineers work to establish an optimal viscosity for an oil, based on load and speed conditions. They balance lighter – or low-viscosity – oil, which provides little resistance to motion thereby saving fuel and efficiently transferring horsepower, with a heavier – or high-viscosity – oil that resists being squeezed out of the contact area between metal surfaces.

Just saw this on OASIS: Apr 16 2014 4848 -2013 - 2014 C-Max, Fusion and MKZ Hybrid/Energi - Oil Viscosity Specification For 2014 C-Max, Fusion and MKZ Hybrid/Energi, SAE 0W-20 is the initial fill oil and the recommended service oil. The oil viscosity recommendation of SAE 5W-20 on the oil fill caps on some 2014 Fusion and MKZ Hybrid/Energi vehicles may appear to conflict with the owner guide and other service publications which recommend SAE 0W-20 oil. Both SAE 0W-20 oil and SAE 5W-20 oil are approved for use in these vehicles. 2013 C-Max, Fusion and MKZ Hybrid/Energi can also be serviced with either SAE 0W-20 oil and SAE 5W-20 oil.

Many engineers would say that real world testing is better. However, the corporate lawyers probably discourage real world testing on an owner's vehicle to preserve plausible deniabilty.

I have had my C-Max for over a year and have not had a dead battery, yet. It was built on 3/15/2013. I ordered it before I was aware of the dead battery issue and was fully anticipating having a dead battery at some point in time. Expecting to have a dead battery, I have had a voltage logging device plugged into the cargo 12 volt outlet for over a year and the only time the battery voltage got too low was when the dealer was doing a software update. It seems like the dead battery problem is a recurring problem for the same owners (through no fault of their own). One possibility could be that the Sync module has a bug that prevents it from going to sleep when connected to certain smart phone models or phone configurations. There might be several unique circumstances that cause the dead battery. (environment, drive patterns, proximity to electrical noise sources, etc.) The fact that Salman has had dead batteries on two different vehicles somewhat supports this hypothesis. I think it would be very useful for Ford engineering to monitor the battery voltage and/or current on those vehicles to help identify the cause of the problem. It would definitely isolate the problem to either inadequate charging or to a problem with a parasitic load after the vehicle is shut down. Remember, I'm pulling for you; we're all in this together.

"I, for one, would rather destroy a $15 TPS than endure a multi-hour ordeal with a tow truck." From fordparts.com, the tire pressure monitor sensor cost is: Kit - TPMS Sensor Part #: 1A189 Pack Qty: 1 Shippable $85.95 Even at that cost, it might still be better than the hassle of waiting for a tow truck.

New TSB: ISSUE:Some 2013 C-MAX, Fusion and MKZ Hybrid/Energi vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06B8 in the powertrain control module (PCM) and/or have PCM continuous memory diagnostic trouble codes (CMDTCs) that will not clear after the cause has been repaired. In addition, the engine in some vehicles may continue to run-on for up to 5 seconds after powering down the vehicle when the engine is running. The service procedure is for the service tech to reset the PCM and "keep alive memory" and force it to relearn the misfire monitor profile.

The owner can enable/disable the global open feature in the Ford Fusion (according to the Fusion owner's manual). There should be no reason why it can't be done for the CMax.

It means the dealer does not get reimbursed from Ford and the customer will probably have to pay for labor to perform the procedure. It should only take 10 or 15 minutes for the procedure. IMO, a good dealer would do it for free as a good will gesture.