r/fordtransit

2009 Ford Transit. I’ve just got an old van to start my new business and it’s been a big adjustment. Unfortunately, three weeks in, I underestimated the turning circle and scraped the side door on a wall pulling into a tight driveway. It’s dented, but still functions. But now it thinks the side door is open all the time. It shuts, and locks, but I’ve clearly damaged the sensor somehow. I’ve had to unplug the lights in the back because they wouldn’t turn off.

Is there a kludge fix? Or do I need to bite the bullet and take it to a mechanic? This van was supposed to be my livelihood.

Has anyone upgraded their van floor? I'm looking at the StabiliGrip Rigid Floor and would love to hear from anyone who has one.

We run a video production and live events company, so our van is constantly being loaded and unloaded with rolling cases, carts, and other gear. A durable, smooth surface that's still non-slip would be ideal.

How has the StabiliGrip floor held up over time? Would you recommend it, or is there another flooring option I should be considering? Thanks!

Here’s where I get the looks. We have a tentbox and 100% wanting to keep it but just get a van for the storage and seating area. How does the transit custom l2 fair with height inside. We go on trips for 3 days normally then maybe 1 bigger trip a year. I’d make the back in both vans a lounge C shaped seating area with a little kitchen next to it. Main thing I’m concerned about is height and losing that 20cm. It’s not for living in so is the head room that much of an issue?

I've noticed that the biggest improvements aren't always expensive.

Sometimes it's something simple, like:

• moving frequently used tools closer to the side door

• adding a small shelf above the wheel well

• keeping the center aisle completely open

• labeling storage bins

• mounting chargers in one dedicated spot

I'm curious—what's one change you've made to your van that genuinely saves time on every job?

I'd love to steal a few ideas for my own setup.

I have 2022 extended highnroof AWD 250 transit that i camp in. None of my camping stuff uses the starter battery. I do leave the side door open a lot and can open and close frequently.

I also regularly hear clicking and other noises (I assume that’s stuff going to sleep

When I’m camped, after 2-3 days the battery will be flat

Anyone else seeing this or have a solution. Ford dealer wasn’t able to find anything

It’s a new battery 1 month ago

Thanks
Mark

I have a 2025 transit with the 3.5l PFDI engine. As you may know it takes 12 quarts of oil. Had an oil change recently at the Ford dealership and sure enough they only put 6 quarts in. No oil light or warning came up on the dash.

Before this rig I had a 2020 transit with an eco boost. Seeing as it had no dipstick, I only learned it was low on transmission fluid when it started slipping. Again no warning light etc.

My question is this, these vehicles tell me if my tires are low, if my hands are not on the steering wheel, if I’m driving outside of the lane, about to have a collision etc,etc. So why in the hell doesn’t it tell me if I’m 6 quarts low on oil or almost out of Trans fluid!? It’s almost like Ford wants me to destroy the powertrain 🤔

I've looked all over the passenger seat, glovebox, and on the steering wheel functions as directed by the owners manual. Nothing. I bought the van to carry around my 7 month old so it's completely redundant if I can't switch the airbag off. No airbag on or off light. I've put her in to see if he weight deactivates it. Nothing. No airbag sticker anywhere.

Has anyone had this problem? Resolved this problem? I'm booked in to see a ford dealer and so far they have said "you can't deactivate the airbag in newer models". What?!

Or a workaround? Move the passenger seats back? Take the airbag out (don't want or need to transport adults, its just for me and her).

Hellppppppp

I need the weatherstrip that runs between the two back doors (med roof). everything I’ve found online appears to be for surround of both doors. anyone know where to track down the middle piece?

Basic research suggests a Ford Transit Cargo 3.5L Ecoboost could tow a travel trailer up to around 6,900lbs fully loaded?

What we'd love is ransit to be it's own campervan, that can be used on it's own for that purpose, but also to tow a trailer when we want more space on our travels....

Any feedback appreciated! thanks.

buying a 2016 t250 with just under 100k and no transmission work visible in its history (does have fantastic record otherwise). would you go ahead and begin transmission service or let it ride? shifting as normal currently.

I’ve got a 15 plate Custom, that doesn’t have aircon.
This UK heatwave and a 7 hour drive in traffic has me wondering…
Can you retrofit some form of aircon unit to the van?
Like something on the roof?

It’s got a leisure battery I would probably run it off as it’s occasionally used as a site vehicle.

Anyone done this and can provide pointers?

Cheers!

I know this has been asked before. I'm reading conflicting opinions about using the differential housing as a jack point.
I am shopping for tires for my 2018 Transit 150. I am running into a problem finding a shop capable of lifting at the recommended rear jack points. This particular tire shop said they can't lift it at the recommended points because my sidestep is in the way.

What's the general consensus of placing a floor jack directly beneath the differential pumpkin?

Hello,

I’m looking for a mechanic to help diagnose a p0299 code on a 2015 Ford Transit 350 van. Does anyone have any experience with the Ford Dealerships or other mechanics that do engine work in the area? I live in Salem, so nearby is great, but willing to take it somewhere further as well.

Thanks!