What's your most under-used feature?

[AK SNO RIDER]

I figured this could be a thread where we help each other with ideas. Post a Bronco feature you feel you aren't using enough and others can provide some ideas with how to use it better.

I'll start with: Molle panels. The idea of this sounded cool to me, but I haven't been able to think of how I should use them. What kinds of things are people attaching to the backs of the front seats? And if I got the Molle panel accessory for the tailgate, what should I put back there?

Love the seatback molles...I have bear spray, a first aid kit, a holster, a fixed blade knife, and a pouch holding a leatherman and extra ammo attached to them.

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I figured this could be a thread where we help each other with ideas. Post a Bronco feature you feel you aren't using enough and others can provide some ideas with how to use it better.

I'll start with: Molle panels. The idea of this sounded cool to me, but I haven't been able to think of how I should use them. What kinds of things are people attaching to the backs of the front seats? And if I got the Molle panel accessory for the tailgate, what should I put back there?

GOAT modes. They add little to value over use of the hero switches, especially with a manual trans. I think they address auto trans settings a bit so some might get that value. As for me I never use them.

 

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4-Auto.

The one time I did use it I got tired of it cutting random power to the front wheels and I switched it to 4-High. Hate the unpredictability of it.

And the one feature I thought was kinda gimmicky but have actually found helpful: Hill Descent Control

I trust you know enough to not use 4H on pavement.

 

[not on the rug]

Turn signals, came from BMW where I didn’t use them. Still don’t

As an X5M owner, I approve of this mesaage.

 

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The parking brake that's hidden by the steering column, which way do you even push or pull to park, all the while praying that I don't open the hood release that's also right there in the dark

I use it every time in my manual trans Bronco. Well at least every time since I noticed it will roll away when parked on a tiny little incline in 1’st or reverse.

 

[BobbySaggz]

The trail cruise control is really handy coming down really steep trails in the mountains with no features, but still requires slow going. Just set and forget rather than ride your brakes with your foot for 30 minutes

Why not downshift? I've never understood how people can drive a car in full auto mode. Going down a hill in high gear? No thanks, I'd rather engine brake and stay in the power band. I understand "different strokes" and not everybody lives in the mountains like I do, but I feel so detached from the car and/or unsafe when driving that way.

 

[Badlands Traveler]

I put First Aid kits on the seat back molles. I carry dogs in the back, not people.

I agree first aid kit, bag with winch control Another with two radios. I find the Molly panels in the back of the seats very useful.

 

[burgerking]

I don't use all the goat modes but I switch between normal, eco and sport a lot. I can feel the difference in the power steering assist but some people say they can't. I wish it wouldn't turn traction control and stability control back on every time you switch modes though.

 

[AJKitebrder40]

Yeah, so I've got a manual Badlands without any electronics (Low package) so a lot of this doesn't apply. I definitely use the seatback Molle for first aid kit, tool bags, bungies, I have one on my tailgate table too. I would say the front seat mesh pockets are somewhat worthless, but I swapped those out for Bartact bags (at least on the driver's side). Hmmm........I actually like the goat modes, although I end up just using what I need generally.

Can I say the back seats in a 2 door? Ha, they've been out since the first week. The rest of the stuff, roof rack, tailgate table, storage unit in the rear, washout flooring, has all been used quite a bit.

 

[TNcoupe]

Removable top. Don't need it. The back half has never been off and the front panels have only been removed a handful of times and once was to install interior lights.

 

[D_Andy]

Why not downshift? I've never understood how people can drive a car in full auto mode. Going down a hill in high gear? No thanks, I'd rather engine brake and stay in the power band. I understand "different strokes" and not everybody lives in the mountains like I do, but I feel so detached from the car and/or unsafe when driving that way.

Downshifting is great, I do it as well - This is my first auto transmission in 15 years. Downshifting in 4H only slows you down so much. The trail cruise will maintain a way slower speed and consistent speed. I was simply commenting on an experience I had where I used a feature one time that comes in our vehicles. I don’t think it’s the greatest breakthroug, but I will use it when I feel like as it is there.

 

[helifino16]

I really thought I'd use the Wireless Charger more than I do. It's in an awkward location, though and that tray ends up being a catch-all for receipts, junk, change, etc. so much that I have to remove it all to put the phone down. They could have done the same slot-type idea as on the MT.

 

[SeanBronc]

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I'll start with: Molle panels. The idea of this sounded cool to me, but I haven't been able to think of how I should use them. What kinds of things are people attaching to the backs of the front seats? And if I got the Molle panel accessory for the tailgate, what should I put back there?
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Ammo Mag Pouches. Obviously.

 

[KRAKEN]

Seatback molle has bags containing very important stuff... like a roll of toilet paper.

 

[Dude Lar]

I am a big fan of the tailgate Molle and have been using them in my Jeeps for decades. It’s a fantastic place for tools, parts/pieces, knife, flashlight, AFIK etc. and anything you need quick access to.

don’t judge the mess - here is my current setup.

How did you get the actual panel to hold so well with that amount of weight? Mine struggles with a lot less and I even doubled up on the double sided tape. Great job!

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