Raptor sport mode 4a Using it in 4WD on pavement will put strain on the transfer case. 4A on dry road is totally fine as long as you don’t go super tight turn. You can still get sideways in 4a in normal / sport mode but if the fronts have good traction they’ll pull you through the Turns out if you depart from another GOAT mode that uses 4A (eg: Slippery, Sport, Sand) and go to Normal, it’ll stay in 4A. Took my ‘17 SCAB out to the drag strip (South FL) last night and made 6 runs. Normal mode - ABS kicks on with moderate brake pedal pressure and is very active causing poor stopping ability (not even close to my Tundra though). I Question: When you restarted, did it ask you if you wanted to stay in 'Slippery' mode? If you ignore it, it will stay in 'Normal' mode, but it will NOT switch back to 2H (if you had left it in 4H/4A when you shut it off). . In other words, just selecting Normal does not guarantee 2H. I mostly drive in the city on pavement and chose Sport mode in 4Auto with Baja exhaust. 3 Manual, Adv. It's super subtle. My truck was an early production new car show truck with Grindstaff for Johnson City, TN. OP . So I pushed 2wd and it switched. Off-road is the default steering and suspension mode. I'd rather have more granular control, in Normal mode. Using 4A whenever is fine. Air temps for the first 4 runs were 80, 78 for the 5th run and 74 for the last run. Sometimes you’ll have to manually choose 2H if you were in a previous GOAT mode that uses 4A. JBlanco. sonofzell Well-known member. Apr 6, 2024 #15 BoostCreep FRF I have this. May 29 mine has shifted to 4A in sport mode since day one plus it holds 9 and 10 locked out until around 70 mph . 4a for wet pavement and light snow. 2021 Platinum PowerBoost 5. I only have 1000 miles on my 2024 Badlands but when I swap to 4a I noticed a slight hum and different feel in the gas pedal. Xiaofeng Mu Full Access Member. Located on the centre console and Agree, not normal behavior. Joined Sep 4, 2019 Threads 2 Messages 840 Reaction score 69 Location Niagara Ontario Vehicle(s) 2024 Ranger Supercrew Sport Dec 12 I took a drive starting out in 4A. I do not remember if you have to be in This mode is the perfect balance of excitement, comfort, and convenience. I set my raptor mode switch to Sport and 4A. It didn’t. And Sport mode engages 4A automatically, and Sport mode is intended for dry pavementI don't get where people come here trying to make excuses for the malbehavior of Ford's advanced transfer case. I think what we’re talking about here is if you just put it 2021+ Ford F150 - Sport Mode Default to 2WD with Forscan? - Is there a way to change to default setting from 4A to 2WD when engaging sport mode? I know it may be nicer having the 4A for launches, Thats weird that they go After parking while in Sport mode when backing out (back in sport mode) I felt a binding while in reverse and when I drove forward and turned the wheels. 2023 F150 Lariat Powerboost 502a Sport appearance Occupation Owner/Driver Dec 31, 2022 #14 Buyer2021 said: FWIW folks from freaking out when they Newer raptor owner, only a couple of months with a 23. My only experience with auto 4x4 mode is in my 2007 Sport It is abrupt when it engages. 97% of the time I am in 2h. in my case. The guy in the Raptor on runs 4 and 5 put his in 4A THEN switched to Sport mode without realizing that it went back into 2H. Reactions: draggam01, WhiteLightningnshitshadow, astrand1 and 5 others. What I find interesting is when I push Sport, the Volts go up by about 0. Normal mode - Is definitely sluggish. Well-Known Member. I even saw videos for R initially gapping R8 or GT500 and assumed they are all stock. This means you’ll stop MUCH slower offroad than if you were in an offroad mode. Sport - Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode, Excluding: Raptor For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. Quote. When I first received the truck I put it in sport and it automatically went into 4wd. I usually then press the 2H button to get back to sports mode in 2 I usually drive my 2. Especially around 1500 RPM. Modes - Sport - Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode, Excluding: Raptor This view of the Owner's Manual contains the very latest information, which may vary slightly from the printed Owner's Manual originally provided with your vehicle. The transfer case went into 4A, I need to make a tight u turn, I was under 2mph, on dry pavement. Have a 2024 XLT 4x4 what is the difference between slippery driver mode and just than normal 4A/H for sure. Ford Raptor R Forum General Discussions . I know not why. If 4A, The limiter is like 114 in my GEN two raptor; I doubt it’s less than that in the R Not many, 4A gets through a lot. 7L 4dr BD in Economy Mode. I said yes. 8-1. Also, I can feel more vibration (and noise) from the drivetrain when on 4A, especially over 40MPH. 4A has tons of torque steering due to missing torsen front diff. Mine (with the 4A transfer case) doesn’t. My 23 r does not force 4wd either. You just need to replace the components. I’m G. The first 3 runs were stock tune and the last 3 runs were with MPT 93 PR-X. What's new. It’s not drastic, but it definitely won’t feel like it’s on rails (like most German SUV’s). EDIT: It does seem to do 4H if you do not have 4A available. Hi everyone, I finally got my truck and wanted to know what driving mode on the 24 raptor R will get the best performance, speed etc’. O. Thread starter You will have to manually place it in 4A. But I noticed that when you spin the drive mode selector to change modes, sports mode always defaults to 4A and it starts changing it to 4x4. Is this normal? Is this I imagine it would be the same when trying to dial to 2 wheel drive after placing the truck in Baja or any other 4x4 terrain mode. 4h only when off the pavement. Your Ranger Raptor is equipped with seven selectable drive modes - three for on-road driving and four for off-roading - all designed to ensure your truck is 4A has some non zero friction coefficient. youtube. I’d suspect the former, but will admit @CR_IN_UT revelation ‘s the WT goes into 4A in sport, maybe Ford didn’t design it for dry pavement Those of us with Sport Mode that don’t have 4A are limited to 2H. 2kW, Max Tow in Carbonized Gray. At a minimum, I'd prefer to have modes memorized, for example in my M car, I have a button with presets. I caught me by surprise. Added via Forscan, make sure you switch from 4A to 2H. there is definitely electronics governing the clutch cause when cruising you are in 2H and as soon as you Have a 23 Ranger Raptor for a few weeks now, have setup My Mode as the below, but everytime I put it back into normal, it always changes to 4A, rather than keeping it in When you are in 4A mode there is a clutch inside the transfer case that detects slippage in the rear wheels and will engage power to the front. Does anyone think this will slow me down from the normals Sport Mode of 2H? Up here in Maine the 4A setting allows me to Raptor models feature an Advanced ‘full-time’ 4WD with Automatic On-Demand engagement 7 (2H, 4A, 4H, and 4L) which allows Ranger to be driven in four-wheel drive on high-traction surfaces via the 4A mode. driving in "Sport" mode), there is a noticeable shudder/bucking that occurs (almost like a misfire) in 2023 R - I have had two occasions in sport mode, I am going to assume you mean 4A and not 4H. It sounds like you can switch to Baja mode, then move from 4wd (4H) to AWD (4A) or Is there a way to set the default mode to Sport? Thanks. Nov 22, 2019 #10 baptizo Full Access Member. Sport Drive Mode. When I switch to Sport the vehicle remains in 2A with the option to manually change it to 4H. I use Sport on 2H because of the extra load that the front tires get in 4A. I will be sharing more contents on the Ranger Raptor, so let me know in the com Hey everyone! Today we go over the many different driving modes in the Gen 2 Ford F-150 Raptor! I cannot wait to put all the modes to use in the near future! 2019 Raptor Your Bronco Model Badlands Clubs . I eventually slowed down and returned the drive mode back to Normal. 4WD off road only . Slippery works good in really icy conditions but again I like sport V8 has more power and has to use all 4 tires to put torque on ground. Reactions: Swacer_2 and ToadSmasher2K1. Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is not selectable in Baja mode. This was the case with Say I like to drive in 4A sport mode with nannies as disabled as possible. If the transfer case can't cool fast enough it will overheat. 4A is another mode. Reactions: Raptizzle. What I have noticed upon maneuvering at slow speeds on turns in the parking lot, vibration/shaking of the steering wheel and the vehicle and driving hesitation of I'm not sure if this even works or if the Sport mode holds the 4A setting and it can't be manually changed. Is this just one of them things, or am I doing something wrong? Thanks. The 4x2/4x4 setting survives ignition cycles, but the “terrain mode” does not. Reactions: Kevin Scarbel. Sport Mode. 0-60 times - how do you launch . Sport mode is one of the modes Ford provided. He spun both times. 0-60 times really shouldn't be that important though. sport mode, 4a. So with the Badlands I'm guessing on pavement being we don't have sport mode we will just use Baja mode? On the Raptor forums they say not to do this. I've noticed is that, if it's in 'Slippery' (or any other 4A mode) and I shut the truck OFF, when I restart it asks if I want to return to that 4A mode F150 Sport Mode. Once any of the modes force you into 4A you will remain there until you turn it off. e. I Some people claim Expert Sport Mode 4A + locked rear is the ideal off-road mode. Ford in their infinite wisdom default the truck into 4A when in sport mode. The difference is the Raptor case has the mechanical collar which locks the front shaft in 4H or 4L, just like a part-time case. Also the goat modes change how it works. Pretty much stuck to 4A (normal mode) on the trails, and thru large areas of pooling water and mud. I thought to keep it there to try it, but then it switched to 4H, and I was doing maybe 70 on the Keep in mind Lariat and higher F-150 trims all already come with a 4A setting on their transfer case, and the way that system works is identical to how the one in the Raptor works. Yup - when I modified my Badlands to include Sport mode, the default was 4A however, it is 2H in the Braptor. 2023 Raptor / Shadow Black / MGV (delivered 11/3/2023) At least one of the best ones of those are guesses based on some F-150 Raptor information. Nov 21, 2024. Especially when coming to a stop downhill. This mode increases accelerator pedal response and provides a sportier steering feel. Hey everyone. I've only mashed the pedal 1 time, that was in Normal Mode. The AWD module increases the duty cycle to prevent or control slip under any of the following conditions: Slip is detected. Anyone else notice this? Normal / comfort in cruise control at 80? OK sure. Yes it will switch into 4A in sport if you have it. V6 doesn’t and uses 2wd to reduce powertrain loss. Baja mode Just spent a day off road with my Raptor. The modes change a lot of things like abs and traction control to be ideal for that type of terrain and they really shouldn't be used anywhere else and doing so isn't ideal for your safety. You can feel less gas (Eco) and more gas (Sport), the car will slow a little or speed up a little, relative to Normal, if you keep your foot steady. My Mode: 2H Sport Mode Baja Exhaust Auto Stop/Start Disabled Normal For me my question is why is 4A okay in sports mode but not okay in slippery mode (on the road of course) to which I got a bunch of typical B6G jerk answers (some but definitely not all) Anyway, my point is, that alot of us had originally thought that 4A meant running in 2H but with 4H on standbye and it DOES appear to be the opposite. First Name Julio Joined Sep 21, 2021 Threads 17 Messages 1,075 Reaction score 2,133 Location Charlotte NC Vehicle(s) 2023 Bronco BaseSquatch, 2023 Tesla Y GEN 2 (2017-2020) Ford F-150 Raptor Forums. 2023 f150 xl. Since the weather in Central PA was messy today, I enabled 4A mode. Click to expand I have a black diamond with 4A, it doesn't engage the locker at all in sport mode . that might be why sport mode defaults to 4A mode . 13 on my fastest run. Using it some/all of the time won't hurt anything (RTFM). Unfortunately, they don’t have the Unpopular opinion, I dislike sport mode and almost never use it. Theoretically this would go away when put in 4A or 4H. The only offroad mode that allows 2H is Baja mode, and it won't allow 4A. 2024 Ranger Raptor/Velocity Blue/Fuel Hype Wheels/BMC filter/Turbosmart BOV/BAK I run 2H, except on wet roads, I switch to 4A. I measured the same 0-60 of a FP-tuned 2. Reactions: Ford Raptor R Forum General Discussions . I was asked to bring it in. Should cost about $1500 - $2000 in parts. There are times when I wish I could eliminate the firm suspension setting from my Sport mode. Don’t think it would hurt it, but as attentive as it is in that mode, I prefer sport mode in the snow. 5V and stay there. "this is like a paved road to this thing" was my buddies opinion. I was called by my service advisor to let me know the truck was ready, but she also said the mechanic noticed I had it in 4A and she stated it should always be in 2WD, otherwise it If you drive normal, and are not in danger of spinning the tires all the time. First Name Kirk Joined Mar 4, 2021 Threads 7 Messages 186 Reaction score 197 I too noticed does seem to shift similar in sport and tow. It's 4A - All Wheel Drive and I like the downshifts when I'm coming to a stop. Weather mode sucks and just Neuters the throttle. Below, we’ll take a look at what the seven modes are and when they’ll come in handy. However, you can run Sport mode and 4A together. The rear electronic locking differential is available at any speed in all selectable four-wheel drive modes. My question is for 4Auto I've read that it should be fine for pavement driving but would it produce extra wear and tear on the vehicle? I want to drive in 2 wheel drive sports mode. For example: in sport mode should I keep it on 4A or switched to 2H? This off-road mode optimises power delivery, orchestrates seamless gear shifts, and fine-tunes stability control to uphold vehicle momentum while minimising braking distances. The 2025 Ford Ranger Raptor’s drive modes are ready to take you wherever you want to go. spud_41. Nov 28, 2022 #28 So if you watch the power distribution when in Sport Mode(4A), from a start there is power to all 4 wheels, then at a certain speed it cuts power to the front wheels. Ford also said you could neutral tow these without any issues Considering the fact that doesn't apply to vehicles with 4A because everything on there is for base models WITHOUT 4A. For trucks with wheel disconnect to eliminate the front drivetrain power loss in 2H (Raptors), sport-mode defaults to 2H for higher potential performance. This doesn’t appear to have an override option. If you have 4A then you can drive without an issue in that mode. To provide more detail on the 4A scheduling, when in 4A, the IWEs are engaged but the transfer case will open up to 2H while driving in steady-state when the ambient air temperature is 4A on the Raptor can vary the torque output to the front wheels. Joined Four-wheel drive high (4H) is the default four-wheel drive mode. If equipped the 4A is the default for slippery, sport, not sure about the rest For example, 4A in slippery mode almost never cuts power from the front wheels, even sending some power up front when taking sharp turns. If there is wheel spin, 4A can help a lot. You could then just stab the 2H button. You're wrong. Just a small Also automatically selects 4A mode for better traction though you can switch it back to 2H if you like. In my prior 21 F150, sport mode was highly clunky on the downshifts coming up to a stoplight. Maybe I didn't see someone else already mention it, but depending on trim you could have up to four drive modes: 2H, 4L, 4H, and 4A. I get to the store ge out go in get the script hope back in the Bronco and it ask if I want to stay in slippery mode. The real trick for driving in the rain is giving proper space. OP. It went back to normal mode, but stayed in 4A. Normal Mode. I was launching in sport mode on 4a at about 2500rpm. 24 RRaptor. I do not believe the 22 Badlands has “Sport Mode” from the factory. I share with you how the drive mode works on the new Gen2 Ford Ranger Raptor. Basically the same as manually switching to 4A and give it more or less gas, lol. It may also describe content that is not on or operates differently on your vehicle. I do notice a vibration in the floorboard though in all 4x4 modes. most times most of the power One big difference between the two, on a 4A equipped truck, is that Sport flags an automatic switch to 4A if the truck was in 2-Hi. My 2018 (16k miles) Raptor has an anomaly with the driving modes whenever you turn the engine off with in anything other than for example. Anyway to stop that? Forums. Even running 4a. Sport and slippery default to 4A in my vehicle. Ford F-150 Raptor General Discussions [GEN 2 So to add to this annoyance when I select a mode that goes to 4A and then restart the car the mode is back If you also have the Cobb TCM setup, you can load the Cobb Sport TCM tune and run in 4A all the time. If you drive aggressive and are frequently spinning the tires, 4a will be good for you, but you may put extra wear on the clutch packs. Weird. With drifts etc I want 4 high and sport mode so you can keep power to front wheels when you need it. When 4WD is no longer needed (during cruising or steady state driving) system defaults back to RWD (rear wheel drive) mode by setting the duty cycle output to 0. in March 2017. 2022 Bronco Badlands 1300rwhp 2000 Sport mode also puts it in 4A . If not user friendly then switch to manual on transmission and lock out some gears to stay in the 2-2500 rpm range. I ride around in 4a a lot and there is some different characteristic to accelerating, especially if you’re taking off and immediately turning but it’s predictable once you’re used to it. Used 4A slippery mode the other day and noticed when pulling into a parking spot at super slow speed the front wheels were chattering and the wheel had some resistance. Reactions: Rabbit9 and HyperM3. How are you all hitting 1. Sport mode in my Lariat defaults to 4A, but I can then select 2Hi, and it's still in Sport mode. When the issue first manifested I had driven to a store in Sport mode which by default it changes from 2H to 4A and from previous times (4 months of use) its always behaved the same way. Nov 2, 2024 #6 X. Start / I get in my Bronco select slippery it sets it into 4A. My Raptor's Build Date is January 2017 so the transfer case and / or traction control and / or 4A configuration is obviously different. Some roads are so poorly patched and uneven that the firm suspension becomes too uncomfortable for my old carcass. While I was turning I felt a vibration, it might have been coming from the trans or transfer case. I have an XLT though. only difference is sport mode and power, and shocks. Retired Navy 22 years. Reaction score 32 Location Central PA Vehicle(s) '24 RR, '24 Defender, '01 TJ Aug 15, 2024 #15 I like sport mode, but I have found that downshifts in certain The mode, transfer case and various behaviors are all married together with Ford, so you want sport mode, you get 2h by default, no matter what. It's very important to me because it goes to 4A in Sport Mode. This is called a “Rev limiter”. Because of this limitation the Raptor and some Tremor trucks are equipped with the Hi The snow mode detunes the truck and sets up nannys for slippery. Switching to General Grabbers when they're worn. 2020 Ford Raptor Your Bronco Model Wildtrak Oct 31, 2022 #9 Though I haven't tried but that's kind of unexpected. I took one of the runs in Raptor Assault’s pea gravel cone course in sport mode / 4a thinking it might buy me a little forgiveness on the 2nd turn. In contrast, SPORT mode by default is 4A, but you can change it to 2A and it will run just fine. When running the other day in sport mode in 4a in the snow I didn't notice a difference though. Sport doesn't make the Bronco go any faster with a manual. Menu. The powertrain system holds onto lower gears longer, helping your vehicle accelerate faster. I drive in Sport mode often which sets 4A by default. The Lariats switch to 4A in Sport, so traction won't be an issue. 4A is not 4wd. I do feel launching in sport mode is faster than in normal mode. All runs were made in Sport Mode, 4A, traction control off and brake boosted. Not 4H, but 4A. I have had our Bronco Sport on some bad winter conditions and that all-wheel drive is solid. Nov 1, 2024 Why 2H vs 4A? I just do sport for all the others. I could switch out of 4a and the binding stopped. New posts Search forums. Done R mode doesn’t count. Sport mode is intended for spirited driving, offering improved performance handling and response. Other modes like "slippery" will force you to stay in 4A. I am watching this thread to track the findings and fix. GEN 2 (2017-2020) Ford F-150 Raptor Forums. 7L in 4A and 2H. https://m The real limitation on the 4A mode on the TOD TC is slow off-road applications, especially sand. My Raptor is a 21 with about 27,000 miles on it. Sport mode - by far for me the best feeling all around. I suspect that Sport mode for a truck w/o 4A is actually 2Hi rather than 4Hi. I have a 2022 PB XLT which does not come with 4A. If you continue to add throttle, the rev limiter continues to cut fuel, spark or both, so you’re still gassing it, the computer is still cutting power and you’re still spinning the engine at - someone chime in here - about 5800 rpms or more. News. RANGER PRIDE Well-Known Member. Sport when you want to drive aggressively. I did not think it would do that. So, it’s definitely safe. Dec 19, 2024 #6 Uhdinator said: Had a little Sport - Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode, Excluding: Raptor For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. Anything super slippery like snow sand or mud I use mud and sand mode. A 12 inch tire is not the best snow tire on the front How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode Advanced 4x4 With Automatic On Demand Engagement This system monitors various vehicle sensory inputs to provide an increased level of performance. 5 SCrew, 7. If 4h, you most likely damaged your transfer case and hubs. 4A mode switch From what I’ve read, the wiring is there. very stable and predictable. Ford only gives you 4A based on trim selection. Click to expand 4A is fine, that’s what we’re saying. It should not work. I assume 4A is actually 4H when in Sport mode in normal driving conditions. Better gas mileage to boot. Feb 26, 2017 #9 Corey77 Full Access Member. But the other day, I turned the dial twice and it ended up in Sport Mode. I did not select it, nor had I been touching the rotary knob. high voltage battery i believe but let me toss some shade on the topic today to go get the oil changed i drove 71 in sport just about 22 miles of the steady state 71 the highway (2 lane ) has small hills, and great curves truck would down shift from 10 to 8 at each little hill and boost would climb up about 1/4 to 1. XLT Sport 302A, 3. Apr 28, 2021. Joined Oct 6, 2016 Posts 164 Sport mode, 4A, traction Off, 20+ gallons of fuel in tank, dry pavement 35” k02 with 30k mi on them , 55F air temp,standing on brake holding 2500rpm GEN 2 (2017-2020) Ford F-150 Raptor Forums. You just need to select the drive mode first then the transfer case adjustment. Light rain I just stay in normal but kick it in to 4A. 0L V8. Tow Haul strategy does not have that trigger. first test was on a nice long dirt road, hard pack with soft spots and small hills. We’ll briefly explain what each means so you can get Sport - Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode, Excluding: Raptor For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. Anything super slippery like snow sand or mud I use mud and You can select sport mode in 2H/4H/4A. Reactions: JawnyBronco and twinturbo4vGT. Stoogey; Nov 13, 2024; General 6th Gen Ranger Discussions; Replies 0 SPORT - RAPTOR, ADVANCED 4X4 WITH 4A MODE. That is quite cool. This is the default mode after each ignition cycle. Sport Mode Question. 55 Trac-Lok Limited Slip, Four-wheel drive auto (4A) is not available in Baja mode. mikezblack1997; Nov 20, 2024; Replies 1 Views 278. Get home and park it for two days. First Name Scott Joined Mar 17, 2021 Threads 10 Messages 80 Reaction score 53 While actively driving in Normal mode - can I switch to Slippery mode (4A)? - 2023 Raptor / Shadow Black / MGV (DOB 8/30/23) XLT Sport/FX4 302A. The front electronic locking differential is available below 25 mph (40 km/h) when in four-wheel drive low (4L). It's better than with my previous Navara (Frontier) but still. Does the Sport mode keep the turbos spooled up like the Baja mode? Menu. Anybody notice anything similar or have any rubbing noise. If you find some unplowed backroads, maybe 4Hi (deep snow/sand mode goes into 4Hi and I found i found that mode much better when getting through 8+ inches of unplowed snow, though I think it was more the drive mode than 4Hi vs 4A). It really doesn't have a significant impact near as I can tell, but it's too soon to know for sure as I have Well, I took the Raptor in to the dealer for recall and tranny TSB. Black Diamond-4 dr Cactus Gray Soft Top w/prep kit (8/16/21) 2. Thread starter David1986; Start You can get sport mode to behave fairly docile around town but requires very light throttle inputs. My Raptor loves sport mode, on a mechanical level. Data Privacy; Service Data Truck has been in normal driving mode when I noticed so not the normal downshift you notice when the truck is in Sport mode. But my rule of thumb is 4A on public streets if it’s snowy or very greasy/wet. Sport mode 4A display shows roughly half power to front wheels only on hard acceleration. In snow/ice, the front will stay on longer & through turns. The car chooses 4A in every mode, even in normal so i would think it's allright. You can switch back to 2H if you want in sport mode. I get in and it ask if I want to stay in slippery mode, I said no. 9 in that 60 4A does plant some pwr up front if you get on the throttle. Symbols Used on Your Vehicle; Data Privacy. From a stop I goosed it good and got no spin or traction control light I have also used it in sport mode, messing around. You can still set the truck drive mode into Sport mode for the few additional features like holding the gear longer on trailing throttle, etc. Haven't really used 4WD other than sport mode and Baja in the sand trails in my local Forrest. R's engine is tuned to provide low-end torque so I think as long as you enganged 4A or 4H (or simply sport mode), you will gap most car in the first second. I use sport mode and then select 4a, hold brake and give it gas until it builds boost for a good launch off the line. Uncategorized. You can turn that knob actually and it allows you to select diving modes Yes you can select sport steering/suspension/exhaust over the steering wheel, but you can only put engine in sport mode using that knob. 4A How does it drive, starting from stopped, in a straight line, in Sport mode, at WOT for a short distance to the Normal, Sport, and Weather for the road, the rest for off road. The off-road suspension and tires are meant to bite and dig through bumpy dirt, but they can’t really grab on the road. Here’s a drive mode that often surprises folks shopping for a truck. 2019 New Raptor SPORT Mode. Hopefully the code changes that were made are correct. 4A in every mode except sport will display as if it is full 4x4 equal power to front and rear wheels. 24 Sport Mode engaging 4wd? Thread starter ashleyg Sport mode does not put it into 4A? Click to expand No. For sporty driving with improved performance, handling and response. It's a standard offering on Sport, Wildtrak, if you don’t work manual mode a lot, you can easily hit the rev limiter coming off an exit or comically fast taking off and holding first more than a second. To answer your question directly, in heavy rain/snow I use weather mode. Otherwise sport If you really must know sport mode, 4a, boost launch is the fastest. Hi all, Recently acquired a 2021 Lariat with the 5. Raptor Always Reverts to 4A When Changing Driving Modes. From there just adjust between 2H, 4H or 4A and the locker. One thing I've noticed watching the power distribution display on cluster. but I wouldn’t drive with it in Sport mode regularly. Four-wheel drive low (4L) is selectable, but two-wheel drive high (2H) and four-wheel drive auto (4A) are not available. https://m. No, that's not normal and no, it's not supposed to do that. In my opinion: 4A provides zero advantage over 2H in normal driving conditions and also contributes to internal transfer case clutch pack Sport Mode Advance Trac Disabled 4A What The 2017 Ford Raptor's Off-Road Modes Really Do: An Explainer . So, someone has jacked with it. 38 on Cobb 93 stage 2 and 5. Every time I jump in the truck, I have to wait for the splash screen to do its thing, move to sport mode, then go to 4A, then press and wait ~5s for the TCS to disable. I'll have to try it. It really shouldn't matter if you are in 2h or 4a. 2023 Lariat 502a PowerBoost 4x4 (Avalanche) One thing to note though, the Raptor will always feel a little squirrelly in high speed road turns. First Name Mike Joined Sep 26, 2020 Threads 78 Raptor Most tuners will only put substantial effort into fine tuning one or two drive modes, usually Sport and Normal; but the drive modes all share the same engine calibration. Have a 23 Ranger Raptor for a few weeks now, have setup My Mode as the below, but everytime I put it back into normal, it always changes to 4A, rather than keeping it in 2H. Not yet. What are your MyMode (R I wish there was a transmission mode between Sport and Baja, but other than that, I’ve enjoyed this setup the most. Next there is the whole "to 4A or not to 4A" discussion (look it up, there are 2021 Platinum EcoBoost 0-60 on 34’s (2H, 4A and Sport Mode) Thread starter Platinum Peasant; Start date Feb 1, 2021; Watchers 3; Platinum Peasant Well-known member. I feel significantly less drivetrain stress, there is less shifting and turbo use and, the vehicle feels more connected. My kids screamed in a mix of fear and excitement. tried baja mode, then stopped and did my set up from reading this and experience. I have a new wild track I switched over to sport mode for first time today. The Forums. com The guy in the Raptor on runs 4 and 5 put his in 4A THEN switched to Sport mode without realizing that it went back into 2H. Where the transfer case will overheat. 2 of the gauge curve then taper off fast to zero a few times Sport mode shifts 4A to 2H. Sport Mode, as per the icons does change steering, throttle map and shocks. I've had my truck a year now, never been in sport mode. Also changes throttle and steering response with the GOAT modes (more response in Sport, less in Slippery). And me having no experience in anything other than my trim, would you describe the BL sport mode to be more meant for on-road responsiveness then? Or just a toned down version of Raptor’s sport mode. Symbols Glossary. I also have sprint booster set to Sport 8 and Panda set to Sport 4, Whipple filter, Magnaflow Overland Catback. It will simply change the mode to Normal while leaving it in 4H/4A. For the first time in about 6 months of ownership, I put my Outerbanks into Sport mode, which defaults to 4A on GOAT selector. Modes - Sport - Raptor, Advanced 4x4 with 4A Mode This view of the Owner's Manual contains the very latest information, which may vary slightly from the printed Owner's Manual originally provided with your vehicle. I currently have a Bronco that does not have the option of 4A and I am considering buying a new (used) Bronco with 4A because I like the Intelligent All Wheel Drive on our Bronco Sport Outer Banks. I'm assuming this is to give you a 4A and Sport Mode engages rear locker below 25 mph, not something I want on the dry paved streets. I have the 4A upgrade, and when I go into sport mode, it shifts over to 4A, and the auto start/stop disables. You can change to 4a or another transfer case setting but you have to wait for the computer to do it, same as when you start up. So it makes sense that it defaults to 4A in sport-mode (performance better or equal to 2H). I have very little ACTUAL mechanical knowledge, but I do know you don't use 4WD on pavement Raptor Mar 30, 2022 #14 In New England I’d stick it in 4A at the beginning of winter and back in 2WD in the spring. which allows Ranger to be driven in four-wheel drive on high-traction surfaces via the 4A mode. I understand the higher trim F150's come with 4A and Sport mode switched to 4A rather than staying in 2H. Since the weather in Central PA was messy today, I enabled Definitely cant drive one handed in 4A mode. Ford F-150 Raptor General Discussions [GEN 2] . 5L EcoBoost, Raptor 4A Hi-Lock Transfer Case, 3. Riding OB1, 23 4- door Outer Banks, SAS, MOD, MIC, Lux, Ordered 10/20/22, delivered 1/13/23. In this setup, you're always in "sport" and 4A every time you start and always. Basically, spark, fuel or both are cut as the engine reaches a certain RPM. Make sure you stay off the gas whenever the tcase is shifting. As for rain, 4A won't make your breaking any better. All steering and suspension modes are available. Normal 4A is more eager to drive just the rear axle. Is there a way to disable sport mode turning on 4A? In sport mode i get better mileage and would like it to default Facebook Twitter youtube Contact us RSS. A and Tremor (unless you opt for the optional Hi-Lock on the Tremor). I drive in 4A when it's wet bc the BFG tires can't be trusted. Unless at stop light I will use 2wd on R for sport mode. There is a knob over the rear diff lock button (in the center of 4WD selection buttons). Sport is the default exhaust mode, but all steering, suspension, and exhaust modes are available. Drive Mode: Sport Steering: Comfort Suspension: Normal Exhaust: Normal ASS: Off Transfer Case: 2H The one plus about Sport mode in this truck is it does a better job of rev-matching downshifts in automatic mode so they're not so abrupt. So I saved it in R mode. Off-Road is the default steering and suspension mode. 2021 Bronco Badlands: Jessabelle Fabtecch/Dirt Logic Uniball 4' Lift, Warn Elite Bumper F/B /w Evo Raptor Clubs . T. Forums. Is there a way to run in Sport on 2H? Yes, once in sport mode push 2h. It holds gears way too long, and doesn't accelerate any faster than normal mode. Sport mode, 2wd, 4a, 4h, locker on, locker off, trac on - ABS kicks on with moderate pedal pressure but is slightly less active, still fairly poor stopping ability. I use Sport mode mostly on mountain roads for the improved throttle response and engine braking when going downhill. When I put the car into SPORT mode it switches to 2 wheel drive. Just to clarify, when I said not to Let me clarify. Ford F-150 Raptor General Discussions [GEN 2] Ford Raptor Forum Contact us; Terms and rules; Ford programmed it to come on in Sport mode. Big ol 3” shocks over 700 hp yeah it’s a pedestrian vehicle for sure. The only difference between the Baja mode and Sport mode is 4H vs 2H from what I’ve seen. TechnicalDisaster, RobWTx R Rank III RobWTx. Plenty of performance-car enthusiasts have spent a lot more G. My only experience with auto 4x4 mode is in my 2007 Sport Trac Limited, which is the default mode. Lpetters84; Apr 28, 2021; Replies 8 Views 3,436. OrangecrushBronco, AngusMac13 FYI - the Raptor remains in 2H in Sport Mode Drives like a Subaru lol. Picked up a 22 Badlands fully loaded wirh 47K miles a few weeks ago. New posts New GEN 2 (2017-2020) Ford F-150 Raptor Forums. I will never know lol. Jan 08, 2024 #14. A well meaning elderly gentleman with failing memory; 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor - while I was driving at around 45 mph (in Normal mode on flat highway terrain), I noticed that my instrument cluster was changing (showing a different 4WD drive mode). But my 60’ was 2. 4H and 4A aren't the same thing. 20acrefarms Well-known member. It’s a blast with 93 and the 7MT. as soon as you select 4a, the drive changes back to 4x2. Sport (Ranger Raptor Only): For sporty driving with improved performance handling and response. 4x4, Tow Reserve date: 7/15/20 2H, 4A, 4H, and 4L describe different drive modes in which you can engage your Ford F-150’s four-wheel drive system. Reactions: MR6996, Hi all, fairly new on here. Reactions: BigMeatsBronco and Ag3ntC00p3r. I like it for road, dirt, mud so far. *Raptor gets the Hi-Lock by default which has I didn't know that there was a speed limit in 4A. So yes, if you are in sport mode w/ 4A and you power off / on, you’re back in normal mode with 4A. As you put higher torque through the transfer case, like driving in deep sand, you generate more heat. It’s not a Senna but a senna is not a raptor. In sport, the front barely activates, usually only when you're stomping it & turns off in turns. New posts New profile GEN 2 (2017-2020) Ford F-150 Raptor Forums. It is abrupt when it engages. Sport mode is sharp and predictable. A. I love it so far! The only "issue" I'm tracking is that when the truck is in 4A (i. Heavy acceleration (throttle position). I like the get and up go feeling with this and it sounds nice. Many people drive thousands of miles on 4A without any issues. Half of it was on hunting trails and service roads, and half a day in the sand on a beach. FAA Certificated A&P Technician. I then switched into 4H and tried going in reverse and it Above: Our VBox 0 to 100km/h times of the Ford Ranger Raptor Herrod Performance Edition in 4A in Sport mode. Maybe sport mode is optimized for those lofty 4A trim levels. 11 on goose tuned stage 2. I’ve not gotten enough video evidence to definitively put this to bed, but I want to make a very important point here: Sport mode calibrates braking for pavement. Joined Jan 23, 2019 Posts 161 Reaction (mostly use Sport mode). ttzzlcqbibopxenalsoqrgosakizmlwmpoyoqgiplubevr