Dielectric grease is to keep out moisture and prevent conductivity.
A contact enhancer goes on the connections prior to assembly to make it more conductive. Deoxit is probably the most available. Stabilant 22 is another popular contact enhancer but it's incredibly expensive. I use...
Mine lasted 3 years and 3 very cold winters before I proactively replaced it before leaving the truck parked for a week unplugged at - 25 deg C this year. Bought a new one from ford that has a 3 year warranty. No problems.
I hope the order was clean, then tighten, then apply the dielectric...
Charge to 100% when you need the extra range and use it as soon as practicable. Ford recommends keeping it under %90 for daily driving.
If you look back in the forums you'll find that cell matching/balancing after a battery replacement takes time at lower states of charge. Until I see...
Make sure your fob isn't having inadvertent button pushes.
With tailgate closed, lock the truck, that should keep it from opening if it's an internal failure.
I've seen before where the tailgate doesn't fully latch and it will reopen.
Your cable is broken.
When I click the link there is a note on Amazon that says it's frequently returned due to compatibility issues.
My guess would be the comm circuit or other wiring doesn't meet spec. You can test with an ohm meter.
Hotel charging is nice but I've almost given up on it...
It almost sounds like an upper shock mount bearing.
That tsb would be worth a shot though. It seems to cover your issue. Only downside is it would cost you 2hrs(listed as 1.9h for the front) labour and parts.
I would diy
No, it is not. Should be smooth as butter.
I've always found the stop and go feature doesn't react fast enough. By the time the truck starts rolling again someone has jumped in ahead of you. It would be nice to have adjustment on both ends.
Not securing the connection properly afterwards is a concern with home mechanics. There is also this:
Note: Make sure the vehicle has been
switched off and doors closed for at least
five minutes before disconnecting the 12 volt
battery
Step 1) check for proper connections and power going to the fcsp.
Step 2) ring out board to find damaged component.
Step 3) repair or replace.
Yes, solid white means resetting and requires no intervention. Mine goes back to blue if I plug in. It also goes white after ending a session...