2022 Ford Maverick under car shield issue. (Comment if you're interested in a new design)

Just a short little blurb about some things on the Maverick. More to come and better quality to come, thanks for watching.

[@rickysiebert9618]

Hopefully the aftermarket will produce a replacement for that panel that will be more of a skid plate.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Hopefully in the future!

[@codesterproductions]

Considering the Maverick in coming years once supply increases and rates drop. Videos like these are excellent for making well informed buyers. As someone who lives where snow can be 1ft deep and you have to drive in other peoples ruts the paneling is almost needed to keep the salt and snow out at such a low clearance. On the other hand as someone who changes their oil I don't want to be screwing around with 20 plastic fasteners in sub-zero temperatures just to change my oil. Hope Ford sees this and implements a solution or offers after market product.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback! And totally agree on the shield.

[@kimswafford]

Keep up these videos. Let us know where the weak points are and possible workarounds. Thanks a lot and keep it up.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Thank you, will do. We have some big stuff coming out soon ☺️

[@cecilfreeman6147]

Thanks for posting

[@unorthodoxridez]

Thanks for watching

[@klc317]

On my current 2016 escape I found a hard plastic cover that replaces the OEM felt/odd material one that has access panels for the oil and filter drain. Also one for the transmission drain. It's pretty handy but I seem to inevitably somehow spill some oil in it that I have to take it off to clean it anyway sometimes so not a perfect solution. The horizontal mounted oil filter on the 1.6 EB doesnt help. I wonder if you could substitute those metal screw tabs for the nylon/plastic ones the escape had? I wonder if the holes in the frame are similar enough in size? I have a bunch of extra new ones in the garage I may try when and if I ever get my maverick built and delivered.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Its definitely worth a try!

[@wyattsmith5355]

Definitely interested in a new design

[@unorthodoxridez]

Me too hopefully soon

[@h20mxracer222]

Does your Mav have the Fx4 and 4k tow package? Are the shields different between the regular AWD and Fx4? I ordered a '23 and always do all my maintenance and repairs. Just doing my homework so I know what I'll be working with and be prepared. Thanks.

[@unorthodoxridez]

It's just an XLT Awd with 4k tow, no fx4.

[@user-gr9gj3uo1i]

They’re different

[@randyjoseph462]

You move the shield back first and then down and forward, if you keep doing it the way you are you're going to definitely break the plastic air intake for the PTU cooling.

[@unorthodoxridez]

I realized that putting it up 👍 all good now thanks.

[@scooter12368]

did you ever cme up with a solution or alternative for those metal clips that the screw goes into the shield. I need one.

[@unorthodoxridez]

I think I'm going to weld 1/4-20 nuts in place of them and find nice stainless bolts and use anti seize

[@roberteramian4245]

I think once I remove shield I would not put back on .my only off road usage would be on beach sand.

[@BotGino]

Would you recommend undercoating? Great video 👍

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm going to cavity wax the inside of the doors and behind the fenders etc. Also I prefer yearly application of fluid film over rubberized.

[@390fe390]

I have a Maverick on order and plan to take this shield off and trash it. Vehicles never had them 10yrs ago and I certainly don’t care about loosing a fraction of a mile per gallon on my fuel economy.

[@drewthompson7457]

My 10 yr old SUV has a a windage shield, but even 10 yrs ago, they included access panels for the oil drain and filter. I'm amazed Ford saved the 50 cents and left out something that hopefully will be the majority of the servicing.

[@bruceharkness4497]

That looks like a part you may find at any auto parts store. Rivnuts?

[@unorthodoxridez]

It's different than a rivnut. Definitely proprietary.

[@bruceharkness4497]

@@unorthodoxridez Just wondering if a rivnut could be used. I assume it is a square opening? If so there are tons of auto fasteners that might fit. The auto parts store or a body shop jobber may have the right size in stock.

[@murrayj.anderson6655]

How did you "enable the engine hour feature"? For reference I have a 2022 Hybrid FWD XLT. Thank you.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Using a program called Forscan on my laptop. It's $10 a year per pc, and you basically gain near dealer/factory level access to the vehicle. (Which can be bad if you aren't careful, you can definitely mess some stuff up). I have dealer experience in the Ford programming world, so I was familiar with it. However it's very intuitive software. If enough interest is out there I can make a video on it for sure.

[@bear8046]

@@unorthodoxridez video would be hugely welcome!

[@unorthodoxridez]

@@bear8046 I will film a video this weekend on enabling the engine hour meter.

[@bear8046]

@@unorthodoxridez Oh awesome!! Thanks man! Looking forward to it.

[@unorthodoxridez]

@@bear8046 not a prob

[@ronrandall7118]

Let us all know what you come up with as a replacement for the cheap clips. Also, someone needs to come up with an access panel for the oil drain plug and oil filter instead of having to drop 16 clips to remove the splash panel.

[@unorthodoxridez]

That could be doable, I will keep everyone posted. I thought about making an aluminum panel using better fasteners, retaining the cooling scoop

[@frankkeel8410]

Canuj suck the o ilout? What about toggle bolts

[@aaronrunkle]

As for the clips, maybe the FX4 haa a different retainer?

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm thinking of making a shield out of aluminum

[@sandywilson6760]

Can you cut openings in the shield for access to drain plug & oil filter

[@unorthodoxridez]

Possibly.

[@alangarcia3132]

Did you say in a video you got better mpg after changing to a different oil? Mine is coming up again idk if I want to use motorcraft

[@unorthodoxridez]

It definitely did.

[@alangarcia3132]

@@unorthodoxridez what oil did you use

[@unorthodoxridez]

@@alangarcia3132 5w30 Mobil one synthetic extended

[@timdaoust4284]

So you have to take this shield off to do an oil change?

[@unorthodoxridez]

Yes it covers everything

[@TechDude56]

How do you enable the "engine hour feature"?

[@unorthodoxridez]

Enabled it in the IPC in forscan

[@920flashback]

Would a dab of grease on each one before reinstall help?

[@unorthodoxridez]

Possibly

[@frankkeel8410]

Those marks are torque markings

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm aware, thank you. I use them at work because I'm a little OCD

[@keithkrueger1609]

maybe you can 3d print some clip inserts

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm planning an optimized design currently, likely aluminum.

[@jagers4xford471]

You can get those square nuts in plastic .

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm definitely going to

[@acmecompany]

Thats car suspension!

[@unorthodoxridez]

It is somewhat of a light vehicle yes. However capable, we know what we have bought and have our reasons. We have no need for a full size truck and enjoy the fuel economy.

[@frankkeel8410]

Do u really need that body shield?

[@unorthodoxridez]

Yes and no. It does keep the engine a lot cleaner, and there is talk of slight aerodynamic advantages. However I don't think it would be detrimental if removed.

[@wtghost1]

Didnt you see the Commercial ? FORD HAS BETTER IDEAS lol, yeah, I have a 2024 on order.......At least I'll know what to expect now

[@unorthodoxridez]

I don't think it'll take much to make a better aftermarket design. All in all not that big of an issue.

[@frankkeel8410]

Use a toggle bolt

[@unorthodoxridez]

Lol

[@billp5656]

Why not just trash it? It should have a hinged door to allow oil changes

[@unorthodoxridez]

I'm thinking a nice aluminum one with decent fasteners.

[@Longjohnsilver58]

That is just plain stupid. All that just to change oil.

[@unorthodoxridez]

This is actually one of the better ones out there currently. It gets pretty bad pretty quick the more you look at all makes and models.

[@matthewmorrone883]

How abiut aluminum capped wheel nuts. They still make them on every brand of manufacture and they all swell and then you cant get the wheels off unless you hammer larger sockets on. Customers dont want to oay for the nuts so when i see those xars come back I refuse to remove the wheels. Pay me straight time to damage my hard earned tools and pay for the new wheelnuts. These retainers are garbage. So is fords products.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Hate capped nuts.

[@petepete3389]

That thing looks soooo cheap.

[@unorthodoxridez]

Hahaha try looking at any $50-$60k vehicle nowadays.... You'll likely be longing for a 90's vehicle afterwards.

[@markmcentire656]

More Ford junk made in Mexico

[@unorthodoxridez]

What do you drive if I may ask?

[@peterhallock9486]

Fix or repair or recall daily, that's a Ford.!!!!!!!

[@billredding2000]

They say "Jeep" stands for "Just Empty Every Pocket" -- but so far, my 2021 Gladiator has been fine., and no empty pockets. 🙂 -- BR

[@jerryjeromehawkins1712]

My 2004 F150, 4.6 4x4 XLT, bought new off the lot. 272,000 miles and going strong. Best vehicle I ever owned. Owned a Tacoma before that. My son nicknamed it Lemona because of all of its issues.

[@peterhallock9486]

@@jerryjeromehawkins1712 great for you, 4.6 helps not to mention 2004. Newer one's aren't so lucky !

[@markbowles9452]

Piss up a rope.

[@unorthodoxridez]

I would be ticked if I had to fix it everyday. So far it's been fantastic.