2013-2016 Lincoln MKZ Battery Draw Issues and Power Trunk Lid Inoperative: Quick Diagnostics Tips!

[@jockosboy17]

That intro is waaaaayyyy better than the old one.

[@Kanesgarage]

Agreed. Way better. I always thought the spinning thing in the old one looked a little funny

[@kevinprice5323]

Yea me too

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I agree too! Nice intro!

[@regsands]

That is my car. Its like seeing your kid on TV. Thanks Brian for the great job on my MKZ! The battery draw issue in the trunk now explains why my car battery would be dead after two days if sitting and now it's fine. Thanks Brian for the great job on my MKZ!

[@arc00ta]

Now you gotta wash it to get all the fingerprints off

[@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703]

That's a girl's car.

[@bigbaldfish]

Sell it

[@howardk1356]

Sucks to be you, if that's really your car.

[@FusionBoost2.0]

@@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703 Ok Mr Cavalier

[@ScannerDanner]

My viewers sent me your direction on my MKZ series. I'm premiering parts 3 and 4 on Saturday 4-18-20 and we mention you and your channel in part 4 and I placed a card for your channel there are well. Hope all is well, thank you my friend!

[@bobbeaman807]

We had a 2014 MKZ, great car, and during a battery change is when our trunk opening and closing issues and battery drain issues started. I work at a Ford dealership so it was easy to get one of the mechanics to reflash mine with the latest software. That fixed it and we had no more issues. Brian, great video once again.

[@rays7437]

I like these cars. The Fusion too. We rarely have to work on them at the dealer. Just software updates and carpets mostly.

[@atx-cvpi_99]

Ray S My dad has a 2014 Fusion and he has no problems since he bought it except for normal wear and tear.

[@agger838]

Probably why theyre getting rid of em

[@rays7437]

@@agger838 The real reason is they want to force people into crossovers and SUV's because those are the higher profit vehicles. But I understand the new leadership at Ford may be reversing that decision due to consumer complaints.

[@rays7437]

@@davidjacinto1017 As far as I know, just the dealer.

[@MandusahRamirez]

Now you know you’re lying! Thank God I got The 100k Warranty!

[@Hermes4939]

This was extremely helpful to figure out what was wrong with our hybrid mkz and that the battery draw was related to the trunk issues. Really well done video. Thank you

[@craigbohall1797]

"haunting" is the right word for the issue. Thanks for your knowledge and clarity!

[@trammellstewart45]

I have one of these cars and would love to see more 2013+ MKZ videos

[@davestewart9146]

I like your new intro, I always say the technology is great until it breaks, I still don’t have a problem unlocking the trunk on my older cars with a key, great video Brian 😁👍

[@klwthe3rd]

I wish the channel did more Lincoln repairs. I'm a huge fan of the new Continental sedan and I'm dying to see one come into the shop. I have heard good things about them and since i recently got rid of my Cadillac, I'm seriously thinking about buying one. Great video.

[@DominiAeternum]

They're headaches. At least no touch screen problems like the Cadillac's, but still junk like the MKZ's. Also death traps with only 1 emergency door latch on the drivers side, the rest being electronic.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Love the new intro

[@dendemron3744]

Always learn a lot from your videos. Thanks for posting.

[@stephenmoxley3004]

New intro is waaay cool. Keep up the good work.

[@BitcoinFootball]

My 2014 MKZ got rear ended and after a lengthy insurance/auto body negotiation it was returned to me. The car works perfectly after having both front and rear bumpers replaced. Even the trunk light works again. Further, the car looks brand new in 2022!

[@phin12710]

I'm planning on buying a Lincoln MKZ or MKS withing the next 6 months. Thanks for this information. So far so good with this issue on my wife's MKC (knock on wood).

[@mikechiodetti6737]

Like the new intro. A vehicle system rushed into production not fully tested and costly to repair. Manually put the key in the lock, open the latch, no problem. Thankyou for the info.

[@ccccc11111100]

I have 2014 Lincoln mkz exactly like this car with exact problem, the back door is not open and not respinding at all and the car battery is died every 1-2 days, I did quick test and found that there is 3 AM is draining from the battery while tge car is turned off and idle. my question please is what do you mean by reflash and how can I do it? thanks in advance and looking for your kind quick answer , thank you again 🙂

[@dacollecta2000]

Love my 14 MKZ Hybrid. So far this is the only issue i have is the trunk. My system eventually became unresponsive so I took it out. I have a rope like the guy in the video to the emergency release cable. Im hoping It can still be flashed. Thanks for your help!

[@Aka_ElJefe]

Since you’ve unplugged the system, has the battery died since then?

[@dacollecta2000]

@@Aka_ElJefe no, no problems since

[@teriphillips6631]

I have a question... I unplugged the system and now the trunk open light is on. Is that normal? Thank you for your videos! You’re awesome!

[@dacollecta2000]

@@teriphillips6631 yes, I have the same issue.

[@mosesbrown1979]

​@@dacollecta2000does it drain the battery

[@ParthPatel-wy9em]

Great Video! I'm currently have this exact problem and now I know what's wrong and how to get it fixed. Thank you!

[@sandrajean3109]

Great info! I just replaced the battery in my 2014 Mkz and am now having this very issue! 😫Hoping the dealership can reflash or w.e.. this module, in meantime im not paying for another jump.. lol backed in the garage! Until my scheduled apptmnt. Wish me luck!🤞 i traded a perfect 08 mkz in (with way less computerized options) on this '14 brainchild and definitely uneasy. Thanks for the insight!

[@aletius]

This car also seems to have some transmission issues, always seems to rough shift or doesn't shift right.

[@benmccullom9087]

Good video this explains the operation and helps as the presenter describes the factory issues associated with this problem Great job!!!

[@billyyoder8171]

Thank you Brian. Good job. Have a blessed and safe week.

[@larryhart4880]

I wish there was a channel like this for the jeeps . My daughter's 2014 patriot is a crazy disaster. From what I've seen it a major problem for aloooot of folks .

[@bernardenorth]

New intro, very nooice Thank you sir for everything

[@ronaldcaldwell6552]

I have replaced the module and now need a new battery...I know the battery monitoring system need to be reset .. I have no scan tool for this and was wanting to know if it is possible to reset with out a scan tool?? Have heard to let it set for about 2hrs before installing the new battery? It is a 2015 MKZ hybrid

[@xoxo2008oxox]

WOO nice Intro! Not the "batman theme rust door thing" ... Where ya been???

[@F150_boss]

How do you reflash?

[@MristerZum]

I had Battery Draw Issues on Fusion Hybrid. Accidently I found that approximately in 5 minutes after shutting down the ignition stereo was trying to eject non-existing CD. And it was trying to do it all night and drained battery to zero. Replacing stereo solved this problem.

[@j.d.martinez153]

Good inside tips. Nice when it’s just a software glitch, corrected but software update, nothing wrong with an easy fix every once in awhile.

[@edtaylor9903]

I cannot get to a dealer as it is Saturday and the Service Departments close at 12pm. If I replace the trunk module is it operable with the old codes thus allowing for a refresh on Monday?

[@djwick6722]

Can you please post a video on how to remove the lift module.

[@mitchnewell2538]

Can you unplug the lift gate module for a short term fix? Until I can get to the dealer?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

yes

[@Dannyb555]

By unplugging that main power cord that you pointed out second?

[@msrdg2005]

If u unplug it, will the car still go dead

[@CrazyPetez]

I like your new intro!

[@KyleMo398]

Question, I found a connector under the back seat (passenger side) after pulling up the trunk floor - that isn’t connected to any thing. I don’t have a 12v outlet in the trunk. I wondering if you could tell me what it’s for. Is it for the 12v outlet?

[@JG-bc8mj]

I have a 2018 MKZ with the Revel 14 speaker system and I'm trying to figure out how to disable the ANC. I've read it can be done with FORscan but I've never used it and don't want to mess something up. I was trying to find a diagram of the pinout connecter to the amp and do it that way but I can't find any info on it. Any help would be great!

[@tbmproductionsdj1]

Nice new introduction! love it!

[@richardcranium5839]

liike the new intro !!! man look at all the fingerprints you left lol any tips on keeping the backup camera clean enough to be usable 2018 focus.

[@cruisepix]

Good job on the new intro!

[@kingxtay8104]

I need the part numbers so I can get it fixed. The deal ship had no clue when I went to order parts.

[@michaelgrant5258]

So your telling me this wasn't fixed in the 2017+ Lincoln MKZ? What other issues should I be aware of on these cars. The forums are pretty useless and the only information is on the Ford Fusion forum.

[@user-ks2wz7bg4p]

I own 2015 mkz 2.0H Common issue is steering electr motor/ module melting (design issue). Approx $2k to replace the steering rack.

[@user-ks2wz7bg4p]

I also had suspension issues while still under warranty.. (rear struts changed) a common fail

[@quentinking7049]

I have a 2009 mks when the temperature outside raises or my defrost is on my electrical components such as my radio/navigation and climate controls go out. it also tells me that all of my doors are open. I’ve checked battery fuses altanater im lost as to what i need to check next

[@MandusahRamirez]

I had the same problem with My 2017 Fusion Platinum. I bought it with 15k and I knew the Older Couple Who Bought It Brand New. They Take Absolute Care Of Their Cars. They still have a 98 Taurus SHO 3.4V8 with 268k

[@carltrano1325]

Sounds just like the Ford Escape as well.him i wounder where these items are produced?

[@joshhundley5191]

So I have a ‘13 hybrid, purchased it used a month ago. After I got it, I started to have the trunk issue in the video. Took it to the dealer, they flashed the module. Seemed to work. But, although now it’s working I have the random battery draw. Will sometimes not all the time, will be dead when I go to leave in the morning. Hook up cables and it’s already ready to drive, I’m sure it’s a battery for driving compared to the other battery for the ignition? But I took it back to Lincoln and I gave them the link to this video and they said it operated fine. Idk if they checked for a battery draw. But could it just ironically be the battery they and I load tested it. Or maybe the module still because random times the trunk won’t go up or down with the buttons I had to remote start it

[@ventolen]

Where are you located .. and how do I get my MKZ to you for care !! Ha. I need to learn more about my new car and the electrical gremlins you mentioned. I just bought it used, and I drove it 1400 miles and now the battery is gone.. I think it is a battery draw.. I noticed certain things, like the massage feature in the driver's seat was working when the display reads off... And I am just getting used to the little noises from the car, but not certain what is normal to be expected. Could you point me in the direction of some new resources.

[@210SAi]

I don’t have this trunk issue but my 6 month old trunk battery just died yesterday, previous battery only lasted about 18 months…something seems to be draining my battery

[@ctanimalrescue6929]

I have a 15 MKZ, do you know anything about when the fog light and tail light working intermittently? No one can seem to figure it out.

[@codyarnold1411]

Are they all supposed to go all the way up and then come all the way down when you push the button again? I've got a 2013 Lincoln MKZ 3.7 and it's always popped up halfway whenever I push the button but it's never went back down on its own. Just wasn't sure if they all are supposed to or just certain ones?

[@lanceripplinger8352]

Cool, I like the new intro. Keep up the good work!

[@turbobuick33]

Can other scanners like the verus or autel reprogram this module?

[@vl8443]

is that issue may be relevant for the Taurus 2015?

[@MrRonpulla101]

What does it usually cost to reflash the module & is this something the dealership has recalled?

[@wentaowang2174]

Hi, FordTechMakuloco.. Once this problem is diagnosed, can you please tell me how long it would take to fix? The dealership at my town told me around 4 hrs. and they want $180 an hr for it. Are they ripping me off?, And that is without the parts.

[@Burrkilla]

Like the new intro. Keep the videos coming

[@saltracey5774]

i want to start with finding the fuze box for it, i have a 2014 lincoln mkz where is the fuze box for it

[@tokuzumi1]

You reference issues with the 2017+ MKZ as well but don't go into any detail. I'm kicking around the idea of getting a 2017+ 3.0 AWD, but what "gotchas" exist for the 2017+ cars? And does the 3.0 ecoboost (2.7L EB variant) have an external or internal water pump?

[@jasondyck4701]

Where did you order the new module?

[@dangraves25]

Can't find this part online. Only used ones on eBay. How can that be?

[@bernicedrumgoole7247]

Did Lincoln do a recall on this problem

[@dankunst3304]

Do you have any videos on gas tanks why you can't pump gas into tank

[@user-ks2wz7bg4p]

:) did you pay ?

[@EarMode]

Nice intro, dude!

[@wackeydackey5458]

I'm having trouble with my ford focus when I look out the window today my wipers and lights were on I guessing it's the ecu I don't know does anyone know where the ecu is.or could it be something else any help thanks

[@mamakuratcha9372]

Fordtech makaloco I'm enjoy watching this vedios..

[@danielromeo7948]

im trying to replace this part however i am having trouble matching the pn... the numbers are all the same however one is AS and the other AZ? is there a difference? somebody please help!!!!!

[@marscruz]

New intro is great but a bit too loud. Could you drop it down a couple of notches? Thanks Brian. Great information on the trunk module. Always a thumbs up!

[@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703]

Make it louder.

[@davidwaskiewicz3289]

All that shit , just to open and close the trunk😞, I just sit and shake my head!

[@Discretesignals]

And also to drain your battery.

[@alexmotts]

The back up camera is whats bothering me. Keeps shorting out at random. I'm thinking short to ground somewhere.

[@haydenmcdaniel2759]

I just bought a 2009 Ford F-150 XLT crew cab 4x4 with 115k miles on it (112k when I bought it) for $11,000. it does have the 5.4L 3v Triton V8 engine, and it has been serviced every 5000 miles since the original owner bought it. I’m starting to become really worried about all the horror stories I’m reading about the 5.4. Did I make a mistake ?

[@alvinroanjr1229]

Where can u order that piece from

[@steveaustin1265]

Does this 3.7 L have the Internal water pump issue too

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes

[@jenteksensors4958]

How do we reflash the trunk module??? I could have sworn I found a step-by-step on reflashing the trunk module with USB stick back in the summer. Even had a USB stick formatted and got caught up with work and here I am six months later and can't find the source. Am I crazy? I can't find anything now

[@mosesbrown1979]

Can I unplug the trunk module to stop the power drain issues for now

[@gemaropesso7313]

@mosesbrown1979 did you fix or unplug?

[@Itsa_Mea]

Do you have a video on battery drain for 2000 Excursion 7.3? I'm getting a .3 amp draw and think it may be GEM or ABS module related.

[@thomasrossi31]

Itsa Mea try pulling through fuse on those modules. Retest, to determine if the draw still exists.

[@Itsa_Mea]

@@thomasrossi31 did that. It was so buggy that if I pull one relay another one would energize. Then the key fobs stopped working and the "lights on" chime would stay on with door open even with the key out/ lights off. I unplugged the relays under the dash and plugged them back in and everything went back to normal but still has a draw. This issue is deeper than the basics.

[@FishFind3000]

Itsa Mea use a dmm and check the draw across the fuses. Don’t pull anything out. That way your not killing anything and starting the process over.

[@Itsa_Mea]

@@FishFind3000 forgot that trick! I'll give it a go next time I can check it out again. Thanks.

[@Itsa_Mea]

Sssoooo to follow up..... the fuse box in the cab has water intrusion so it corroded and deteriorated the internal electrical plates. Basically the individual plates corroded and were shorting out inside. Refurbed one will be here Monday.

[@isalmankhan1]

Thanks for sharing Brian👍

[@PeterSchneemann]

my batter is 14.7V. Is that ok?

[@jorgeatencio4068]

No hablo inglés pero mi lincoln mkx 2017 3.7L mi cajuela del maletero no abre hace todos los sonidos pero no puede abrir quite mi batería y después abrió pero cuando lo cierro no abre más que puede ser me puedes ayudar por favor

[@vafan13]

So I can't replace the module myself because of the need to calibrate/program it to the car, correct?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

yes

[@vafan13]

@@FordTechMakuloco bummer, but thanks for confirming!

[@jhautopartpenuelas9408]

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[@howardk1356]

Putting all this crap on that breaks helps with job security. Are we all getting so lazy we can't open and close the trunk? I love watching your videos.

[@locobrown19]

Did you use the VCM to program it?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

IDS and VCM II yes.

[@jeremyanthony9300]

Does that car have push button start?

[@larrygeorge4660]

I don't own a ford but you have a great channel. Do you know of a gm technician that does a channel like yours. Thanks

[@kemoipenn]

How is it going man ? I have a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. It won’t start when I hit the button. It won’t even click as if the battery is weak. Nothing happens just the radio and ac turns on and off as you hit the start stop button. This all started after I went to drive out of a gas station I pressed on the brakes because a car was coming. The engine mount on the passenger slide near the ecm is broken I felt the engine move and the car kind of bogged down but stayed on. So I now make a left turn and drive 100 feet and the car turns off and has not started since. The Dash now says check adaptive head lights Low oil pressure Low coolant Service advance Trac

[@kemoipenn]

The oil didn’t move the coolant didn’t move. The car was running fine I’m kind of stuck. Where can I start? With out the obd port not working? What exact fuse number should the obd fuse be covered under? It is not labeled obd in the book.

[@justinsolt3883]

I’m curious to know what that Freestyle is in for. We still have an 05 with 135,xxx on it.

[@jeffleach2668]

Justin Solt I have an '06 Freestyle with 209k miles on it. The only issue I've ever had with it was a leaking ac compressor. Not sure if this is typical or if I'm just lucky. Cvt makes me nervous but no issues so far. This is my first cvt and I really prefer it to an automatic trans.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Just a water pump, I have a recent video on it.

[@justinsolt3883]

Jeff Leach I gave the freestyle back to my parents. It was too slow and underpowered for me. I ended up getting an AWD Edge.

[@earljohnson7675]

I've have an 07 no issues either just brake calipers rotors and pads I love it 162.000

[@CARRJ142]

@@jeffleach2668 "Not sure if this is typical", my 2007 needed one also.

[@Abbers7124]

I have this same issue. Do you have a part number or a link to the part?

[@nicholascary1398]

Did you ever figure this out? I want to do the repair myself

[@kevinbarry71]

Great job Ford; cannot even get the simple software for opening and closing a trunk right.

[@thomaspeterson8659]

They perfected their software techniques with the DPS6 transmission control module POS

[@lawrencey0y]

Well, it is better to have an inoperable trunk than an undrivable car.

[@brandon9715]

Nice new intro 👍

[@lillymcewen2427]

is there any way to open the trunk without your keys or being in the car?

[@icebird76]

For both no keys and not being in the car? No. That's a safety concern. There are only 4 ways to open the trunk. 1) Key fob, 2) a button above the license plate (but you need the key fob nearby, possibly could work if car is fully unlocked), 3) in the car left of the steering wheel, 4) and a pull tab in the trunk roof itself. Would have to fold the seats to get there. Without keys, you could use the keyless entry code to enter the car and use the trunk button inside. Without entering you need the fob.

[@lillymcewen2427]

@@icebird76 thanks i lost my keys in my school over christmas break lol. i’ll remember this next time. also idk if u can help, but i can’t set a password for the door entry, any info on that? i can’t find the factory code anywhere.

[@icebird76]

@@lillymcewen2427 I believe you need the factory code. Mine was in the manual book cover sleeve, but I'm sure you've looked there already. Maybe a dealer may be able to help, but I'm not sure.

[@icebird76]

@@lillymcewen2427 after a quick Google search looks like you can get it to show up if you have both keys (which you don't unfortunately) or if you take off the cloth above the pedals and sticking a mirror or maybe a record a video with your phone up there to find a sticker with the code on it. Otherwise it's $50-60 at a dealer for them to find it.

[@lillymcewen2427]

@@icebird76 thanks so much!! i’ll definitely try that :)

[@peter8142]

Is this also a common problem on the Hybrid model? I have a 2016 MKZ Hybrid and I've been very fortunate of never having any issues.

[@dacollecta2000]

He said if you open your trunk and hit the button in the trunk, and it does not chime. That software is up to date.

[@j-ragstooriches5076]

Thank you for this video!

[@24echavez]

I have Ford Fusion has battery drain.

[@martinpedroza4893]

You are the best bro

[@dustin9035]

Sweet intro!

[@rogerhill4571]

So I need a fob and a programed module to open my trunk instead of a key, got it.

[@stevecaron6609]

Hi, can Ford re-flash just the module or do they re-flash through the CAN or LIN connection? Want to know if I can just bring the module in to the dealer.

[@Blue-moon12]

What happened to just opening the boot yourself??? This is why my summer vehicle is manual gearbox, manual Windows, 2wd etc. Less things to go wrong

[@FishFind3000]

Blue Moon my favorite is a spring loaded ones. Less to go wrong but still flys open and much faster then electric. Manual is always good.

[@johnazhderian5734]

If you are old you need all the help that you can get!

[@jeanvi52]

Cool intro!

[@geyser3445]

I have a brilliant idea - Ford should have the trunk open via a key and a 90 degree turn to the right.

[@RadDadisRad]

I fixed mine by trading it in on something that was working.

[@rahrah8076]

Leland Holton you basically we’re ripped off because private selling it is worth so much more then what a dealership will give you lol