2011-2016 Ford Superduty | UP-FITTER SWITCHES | HOT ALL the TIME - Can YOU use yours like ME??

[@johnnyyarbrough9716]

This is great . I have my emergency lights on my switches. I can now shut off my truck while on scene. Thanks for putting this out .

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

1st responders are my top priority

[@dieselfixr]

Same thing for me also. Hate to have the key In the truck to keep the lights on when im not in the truck working at scene.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yepp

[@packoutjunkie5813]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARodDoing this to my 16. However do you know if it is possible to add that 110 outlet to the right there? I have sync there but would rather that.

[@JB-nf8nk]

Fuse #32 was the trick for me. Thank you for showing which wire to splice into on the switches. I wanted my upfitters hot during remote start for high idle only, so I connected the violet wire to fuse #32, which is hot with remote start, and added a 5 amp fuse. I've accidentally hit those switches too many times to leave them hot all the time...

[@garyoakley2257]

Arod... That is awesome!!! I wired LED's into the bed of my 2015 F250. They currently ONLY work with the key on. Now I can go down this path and have them working anytime I need them!!! Thank you!!!!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😉😉😉😉😉😉

[@garyoakley2257]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod How do you "de-pin" #8 in the Upfitter Switch connector???

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Special tool

[@garyoakley2257]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod Hmmm... What is it and where can I get it??

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

NUD 900-001

[@BK-dv1hh]

Wow, which I’d seen this prior to installing the switches a couple of years ago...thanks, would have to talk myself into the cramped posture and spaces to do this...we’ll see.

[@jerryknorr679]

Wow I like that idea that will work great for my firehouse siren, lights and radio's. Thanks for sharing this ARod

[@the_balserito]

This mod is a game changer now finally I can use my air compressor, water tank, lights and high idle with out the key thanks

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

If my contentt helps you help me help you🙋‍♂️

[@plherrington9947]

Will be doing this mod tomorrow! Thanks. Was clear on where to find the electrical connections

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Well right on then my man!

[@mobkinq]

Great vid. Want to add lights in the bed of my super duty and connect them to the switches. Would be a total plus to have them hot all the time if I ever need to check something in the back

[@fredyoung4055]

firewoodfred says "I'll be doing it to mine soon. I like it !!!"

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😉😉

[@timmeloy9963]

Wish I could bring my truck to you to get this done. My big fat hands are to big to get into those tight places. Love your videos!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Bring it on thru...everyone else is. Have oil change, fuel filters and maint packages for my Powerstroke Family!!!

[@joshuanickerson1108]

Awesome! I hate that I can’t have the switch on with out the key on. Now I’ll been wiring them up so I can use my led strobes. Thanks for sharing that

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Thanks buddy!

[@matthewfort3740]

Oh pretty neat. Might do that to my 2012

[@ronanikewich866]

Great video! I've got the upfitter switches on my 2020 and want to get a train horn installed.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

No prob!!

[@birdlady2725]

Reading this at1240am as a train is going by Lol! (and just after a 3 car crash in front of my house!). Be Safe out there!

[@robertfontes8859]

Good mod but one problem I see is if you accidentally flip on a switch it could run your battery down. I find one of my switches on a lot due to the placement of the switches and the miscellaneous catch all tray.

[@ClassicRefuseTrucks]

Great video, thanks for posting. Shouldn't we protect this new circuit with a 10A inline fuse holder? The cigar lighter circuit is 20A, but presumably the up-fitter switch bank assembly is only rated to 10A. The individual control relays have higher ratings, but that wouldn't protect the the switches themselves from over-current (?)

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

This is just to make the switches hot at all times. Not changing the load of the individual circuits

[@ClassicRefuseTrucks]

Worked like a charm, thanks a million and best of luck wherever the future takes you.@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod

[@Gregory-uv2pi]

Two other ways to do it. One is using a potentiometer with a on off similar to a volume on off pot. Second way is just moving the purple wire AT the bcm to a always on position. Get the bcm schematic and it’s easy to change.

[@HjCarterJr]

thanks i have an 11 ill be doing this to tomorrow

[@carlosberrioselectrician777]

Excellent excellent video I'm so happy that I found this video bless 🙏🤓👍

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Welcome

[@mannyfarrugia]

Like the way you explain everything how can i get wiring diagrahms online?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Motorcraftservice.com

[@gnxtc2]

About time you did a video on the 11-16 trucks 😃 Where did you get the wire to replace the purple wire? Or if you know the name of terminal series (Metripack, GT150, G6, etc, etc). Thanks

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Hell yeah, gosh sorry i dont know. Had spare stuff justa layin around in thee ol box of treasures

[@birdlady2725]

Thank you for showing this!

[@JR2387]

Im no electrician, but it seems like the new blue wire is undersized now that you're allowing up to 20 amps to be pulled through it. maybe its fine? And isn't each switch rated for different amperage? Just seems like they would have done this from factory if it was safe to do.

[@derekyushchak1435]

Great video. I just did this and now my my truck chimes without the key in with the drivers door open. Is this normal?

[@carls2210]

Hopefully you find a way to do this for 17 and up. That would be awesome but probably harder since our switches are in the headliner.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Watch my high idle video...

[@TheRealSlowhand]

Great content... Thanks for the info, it will be very helpful....

[@ryanwongfishing2695]

Sweet video...very helpful. thank you! :)

[@treyinok]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. That's been on my hit list for some time. You made the process a whole lot easier for me now. How easy is it to find pins? I have a de-pinning tool but will need to find some pins...

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Amazons gottem i beleive

[@billyf6917]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod what size are the pins?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Im not sure ill have 2 look it up

[@nombr]

Can you do a video on how to connect these switches to lights etc?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Watch my high idle video...

[@Shane.C]

I’ve been looking for a while where did you get your pig tail for your hot wire from? Update: I purchased a “6 Pin Automotive Throttle Position Sensor Socket Female Connector Plug for Ford” on eBay that had the same pin size this way you can keep your factory harness intact 👍

[@wayneporter7554]

ARod You ROCK!!!!

[@arthurcastaneda9969]

Hi love your channel!!.... I have a question I have a 2016 f-250 diesel and I never use the Auxiliary switches but what are they really for? Thanks

[@RuffLifeMusicRLM]

My 12 f350 only has 4 wires going to the upfitter connector. No solid violet wire. Is the normal?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Not sure

[@jeffstratton4879]

well done

[@kawiman561]

I'm doing this tomorrow

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Gravy

[@JustinOuellette-f4x]

if i add constant power to pin 8 does that eliminate the fuses and relays of the upfitters switches?

[@DavidBowen]

AWESOME!!!! THANKS

[@TankHandy]

My truck didn’t come with the aid switch option. What do I Ned to do. I think i have the coin holder

[@christiankalweit5123]

Have you done this with the 2017 and up?!? I’m aware of the 5 and 5 trick with sliding the fuse holder but I’m greedy and want all of ‘em!

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nope just 5 & 6

[@rostang50]

I'm about to do that Mod. Thanks

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Nicccce

[@AguilaRealTequila]

🔥🔥🔥

[@jaydenperez7009]

Hello, after how long will my batteries be drained if left on?

[@jerrylee051987]

How would I find the fuse for that power point you connected to mine isn't working

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Owners manual

[@Marksman2299]

Is there a way to add the upfitter switches to my 2012 f250? Do I need to order a separate harness and the switches, or just switches for a plug n play type deal?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I actually have a video of doing that in my playlist!🙋‍♂️

[@Marksman2299]

I must be blind 🤣😂 I tried looking for that video before making a comment, but as soon as you say something it magically appears 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

😭😭😭😭😭👌👌👌👌👌

[@williamvanderhoff314]

Mine don't work at all do they come wired hot from the factory by the key

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Yessum

[@porky1522]

What pin connector set do you use?

[@peterseninsuranceagency7255]

Great !

[@fizzi5836]

can you do a video on hooking up the high idle on these trucks

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I did

[@fizzi5836]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod I saw you have a video for the 17+ trucks but not 11-16’s.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Its very simple. Wiring is right above ur left foot

[@fizzi5836]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod Yeah I found a different video. Thanks though

[@vonwiederrich5449]

Where does one find the pin kit you use?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

The inter webs 🙋‍♂️

[@maximuscruzz]

Will this drain your battery at all if you use it for rock lights ?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

......if you leave them on, yeah

[@maximuscruzz]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod even for like 2/3 hours ?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

@maximuscruzz all depends on ur batteries and the load you're using.....

[@robertwitherington6919]

Anyone have a diagram of which pin or wire goes to which switch? I need to add lights to a one of the switches

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

The tags on the harness...near ur e brake

[@robertwitherington6919]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod behind dash?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Behind🤦‍♂️......how r u gonna see behind if you dont take the dash out. Buddy by YOUR "E" BRAKE pedal

[@michaelgarza3198]

I have a f250 super duty xlt no power seats I would like to put power seats is this possible will the hook up work that is ther which I think it is for air bags ?

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Probably not...

[@michaelgarza3198]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod so what can i do

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Ud have get all of the guts, modules and what not

[@michaelgarza3198]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod I was thinking of buying a electric driver seat 💺

[@carlosberrioselectrician777]

I'm more afraid to do electrical work in car then in houses and building I don't know why 🤦‍♂️

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

That shld be the LEAST of your worries

[@imranabbasi7871]

👍

[@MobileBusTech]

Great video! I accomplished the aux switch /high idle problem slightly differently so that the aux switches and 110v power points work during remote start as well as key on. I was concerned shut a battery drain with it wired to battery. Here is the video of me doing the retrofit. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJaxmJ6eipqXock

[@seanmulligan5283]

What gauge wire did you use?

[@billyf6917]

Search Motorcraft wt1001

[@jasonwember9927]

I thought there was fuse you could do this with.

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

Theres many ways of doing this, i chose this road

[@jasonwember9927]

@@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod i found it in the wsm. You can do it with the Alumaduties.

[@jasonwember9927]

419-10

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

I just read it. Just says the upfitter system contains: etc......

[@PowerStrokeTechTalkwARod]

The alumidutys you can slide a fuse over..watch my high idle video