Can I Use A Grille Guard On 2019 Ford F-150 With Technology Package and Trailer Tow Monitoring

Question:

Waiting for new Ford F 150 and would like to find a grill guard that will work. The new truck F 150 4x4 supercrew short bed blis with trailer tow monitoring technology package with 360 deg camera pre collision assist w/AEB Group 502A I have seem mixed or no information from sites on compatibility with the cameras and sensors. I would appreciate professional help.

asked by: Hank K

Expert Reply:

Congratulations on your new truck! From my research the 2019 Ford F-150 with the trailer tow monitoring system will have 4 cameras, one in the grille, tailgate and one under each side view mirror. With that said, most full coverage grill guards that fit the 2019 like the Westin Sportsman Grille Guard part # 45-3830 will obstruct the front camera in the grille.

I was not able to find the exact location of the camera in the grille but you may be able to contact the dealership and find out. If the camera is located near the top of the grill you may be able to use a bull bar like Aries AdvantEdge Bull Bar with Integrated LEDs part # AA2163100 which only covers half of the grille. That would be your best option if the camera is in the top half of the grille.

expert reply by: Heather A