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The DC Power outlets currently turn off when the key is off (or shorlty after 0-30 minutes) - I would highly prefer to be able to leave my phone plugged in and charging at times when i leave the vehicle. I would like to find a way to do one of the following: 1. (Most preferred) Change the current power outlet(s) to always on. 2. splice into a 12v wire and create my own outlet. 3. (least preferred) Run a wire directly from the battery and install my own aftermarket power outlet. Does anyone know the easiest way(s) to accomplish the above? Note: I know that this may cause the battery to die, and i'm 100% willing to risk this.. (so it's not necessary to comment saying it's a bad idea. )

Is there an "always on" power port / cigarrette lighter adapter? Or, are all of the power ports in the ford fusion hybrid only powered on when the ignition is on. If that's true.... what kind of super genius decided on that configuration... ugh how do you charge your devices when not in the vechile (e.g. when i want to go into the store and let my phone charge in my car while i am not there)

Well. when i get better at it. i may do that. I was hoping that someone more experienced would be up for it.

Bump, anyone want to make a video?

awesome

Cant change profile photo? - i upload an image but cannot ever use it. Anyone know why? Edit: This was resolved, there was a site error. Site was reset and it fixed problem. Thanks Mods!

sorry, not sure, actually. yeah about 50-60 average i think. thanks Lolder

Youtube Video Tutorial: I'm wondering if one of our more experienced members might be willing to just go out and drive a set route and give driving tips for high mpg during it. I think anyone that makes a 2013-2016 ford fusion hybrid city driving tutorial video will get a TON of hits on youtube. Same goes for highway. I ask because I just got this hybrid and I’m having a lot of trouble getting the 44+ mpg number in city/town driving. Last night I went driving for the fun of it and created a 1.5 mile loop that I ran 5 times. I tried driving different ways and tested stuff out and got anywhere between 35 and 72 mpg per trip. I found the following: (All of these are hypotheses and are simply educated guesses on my part.) That driving at a lower speed increases mpg. (duh, lol) Accelerating at about 2 bars(2 KW - empower screen) with the gas engine (ICE) seemed to be more efficient than 2.5 - 3 barsAccelerating quickly (and accelerating quickly often) used a lot more gas than trying to stay in electric mode for certain short sections.Getting up to speed then letting off the accelerator a little in order for the gas engine to turn off and electric mode to turn on was very helpful.Getting 100% brake score is a challenge and requires a lot of patience when it comes to stop signs. (97-99% isn’t too bad though)Using Eco cruise control in town when possible is great as it charges the battery when you go down hills in order to stay at the selected speed. Also it is very smooth.cruise control tip: when cruising with the ice on and you want to switch to electric mode - double tap the set(-) button (lowers your speed by 1mph per hit), then when ice turns off, quickly hit set+(multiple times if needed) to get back to desired speed. Note: if you're about to go up a hill then back down, especially on the highway, you want to have the battery be at a pretty low charge so that it can recharge a lot on the way down. I think this tip may be very useful in that sort of situation.A/C uses a lot of energy and significantly decreases mpg - (is this true? about how much?) Any corrections/additions I receive for this list, if they are from experienced drivers, will be added or removed. If this list is accurate, it'd be a great thing for the description of a youtube video. Again, I think anyone that makes a 2013-2016 ford fusion hybrid city driving tutorial video will get a TON of hits on youtube. Same goes for highway. Thanks!!

I just got This for 10 bucks on amazon if it doesnt work really well i'll remove this reply, so assume it does! Edit: Worked well for maybe 4 days.. then just kept falling off.. It's JUNK for our vehicle. YUCK

Thank you!!

Is there anything wrong with it or does it just sound like that all the time?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiR4zGuhyEs Could anyone help me figure out if this is normal or what is wrong? It seems to happen for about 10-20 seconds after hitting brakes in electric mode. Thanks!

I am wondering if anyone knows if there is a cabin air filter and how to change it out or if it exists? I have seen THIS video, and i am not sure if it's there in the hybrid model or not? I'd hate to take it all apart and it not be there. Any help, especially from someone who knows exactly where it is would be extremely helpful! Thanks! Edit. Yes there is. Thank you for the reply. It's the same as the video. I paid $26 for filter from dealer. You can get it for a little cheaper online.

Update! I ended up purchasing a used 2015 gray Fusion SE Hybrid with 15k miles out of Missoula, MT for 17,900 + a $199 documentation fee! Pretty darn cool for sure. Seemed like a great deal to me. I'm super happy with it.

Hello, I am wondering if anyone knows how the rear spoiler affects fuel economy? i ask because i watched this video: 2013 Ford Fusion Wind Tunnel Test specifically at 6:53 it seems like a spoiler may negatively impact the overall aerodynamics. Any info would be greatly appreciated -Thanks!