Will Modifying Active Air Shutters for Roadmaster Base Plate Kit on 2022 Ford Maverick Void Warranty
Question:
Looking at the installation video for the Roadmaster base plate on a 22 Ford Maverick, it appears that you have to remove the automated louvers for the radiator. Wouldnt that void the Ford warranty for those critical hybrid components? Is there an alternative base plate installation that does NOT force you to modify the cooling system?
asked by: Jim P
Expert Reply:
In regards to the base plate kit options for a 2022 Ford Maverick, the Blue Ox Base Plate Kit part # BLU88XR requires the least amount of modifications as there is no cross tube like on the Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit part # RM97RR. That said, you do still have to modify the air shutter shroud slightly which you can see in the photo below.
Unfortunately, setting up a vehicle for flat-towing is going to void warranties pretty much no matter which parts you choose. That said, the manufacturer can't void a warranty for an unrelated modification. For example, if there's an issue with the starter, they can't refuse to fix it because you spliced into the tail lights for flat-tow wiring. If you're really concerned with warranties, I suggest a much older vehicle for flat-towing.
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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
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