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Step 2 Activate Automatic Charge Protection Mode.
With Automatic Charge Protection programmed, the engine speed will be elevated within a few seconds after
programming is exited and the vehicle's enabling conditions are met.
It is not required to press any additional
keys on the module for activation.
To deactivate Automatic Charge Protection
(until key off and key back on)
ANY ONE of the following will exit Automatic Charge Protection and return engine to normal idle.
•
Press [CHARGE PROTECT] key
/A
•
Press [FORD] key
•
Press [POWER] key *
•
Press brake *
•
Take vehicle out of PARK *
•
Release parking brake *
*
If these are toggled again, the vehicle will re-enter Automatic Charge Protection mode. The others require
a key off/restart cycle to restore Automatic or "Power Up" functionality. Keep in mind that Charge Protection
can be activated at any time by pressing the [CHARGE PROTECT] key.
To cancel Automatic Charge Protection completely,
you will need to re-program the APCM.
(Step 1)
Section 2.3 REMOTE USAGE - CHARGE PROTECTION
For this module, an input is available to allow remote activation and deactivation of Charge Protection.
The remote switch functions the
same
as the [CHARGE PROTECT] key on the module.
No programming is required
for Remote Charge Protection, however the
installation of a remote switch is
required
. The switch is not included in the kit. Follow the instructions given in Section 6, "Remote Switch
Installation and Usage" for the proper installation of the remote switch.
PLEASE NOTE FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET ALTERNATORS
The adaptive Charge Protection mode for 1999 MY E-Series (Econoline) is calibrated to optimize the voltage
regulator output of Ford alternators. Vehicles with non-Ford alternators in Charge Protection Mode may
experience battery undercharging or engine speeds that seem excessive.
The recommendation is to use Charge Protection mode with Ford alternators. Otherwise, use RPM Control mode
to control engine speed and charge the battery.
CHARGE
PROTECT
