Mechman® ChargeCommand IQ™ RVC — Take Control of Your Ford™ Charging System
Boost and optimize the alternator charging voltage of your 1999-2023 Ford™, Lincoln™ or Mercury™ car, truck, or SUV. (See application guide) Maximize your electrical system for car audio, stereo, winching, off-road, racing, & van camping applications. This easy to install voltage regulator allows the alternator charging voltage to be adjusted up or down (maximum set point of 16.5V) for most 12 volt lithium, AGM or lead-acid batteries. This smart enabled device prevents the vehicle's computer from lowering charging voltage - giving you more stable battery charging performance. The built in LCD screen displays voltage set point, actual battery voltage, and alternator duty cycle, giving the user a clear view of charging system function.
⚠ Check your plug before ordering
Only compatible with ECU-controlled Ford™ 6G alternators that use the center pin (RC) for regulator communication. Not compatible with applications that use the center pin as a dummy/non-functional terminal. Remove the factory harness plug and verify the connector and center (RC) pin directly at the alternator before ordering.
Vehicle year, make, model and engine are a general guide. Not every vehicle in those years uses this plug. See the Application Guide below ↓
Many Ford™, Lincoln™ and Mercury™ vehicles use ECU-controlled charging, where the engine computer (PCM) commands the alternator's regulator through the center (RC) pin and lowers the charging voltage for a tiny increase in fuel economy. Most people prefer to maintain a higher charging voltage for optimized electrical accessory performance in exchange for an immeasurable difference in fuel economy. This increased voltage set point boosts the charging system performance of both OEM equipped alternators and Mechman® High Output Alternators.
ChargeCommand IQ™ RVC puts charging control back in your hands.
Designed for seamless integration with the factory engine computer, ChargeCommand IQ™ RVC connects at the alternator's Ford™ 6G regulator plug and allows you to adjust the charging voltage set-point of the alternator, while removing factory amperage limitations that can prevent the alternator from delivering its full potential.
A built-in screen displays your charging voltage set-point and battery voltage at a glance, and the push buttons on the unit let you adjust the set-point.
Installation is quick and straightforward. The ChargeCommand IQ™ RVC module plugs in between the alternator and the alternator harness plug and retains all original battery light function. Simply locate and connect any ignition switched 12v wire to the module's harness, and ground the module's ground wire to battery negative and you're good-to-go! Factory battery warning lights and OE voltage gauges continue to operate normally, giving you improved charging control without sacrificing the functionality built into the vehicle.
Features
- Built-in screen displays the voltage set-point and battery voltage
- Adjust voltage set point with up and down push buttons
- Maximum voltage set point of 16.5V
- Removes factory alternator amperage limitations
- Compatible with OEM & Aftermarket alternators with the Ford™ 6G plug and an active center (RC) pin
- Plug-and-play installation
- Installs in minutes
- Retains the original factory charging-system interface
- Factory battery warning lights continue to operate normally
- OE voltage gauge functionality is retained
- Designed for seamless integration with late-model vehicle electronics
More Control. More Charging Performance.
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Check out our voltage control products for other vehicle applications.
Ford™, Lincoln™ & Mercury™ Application Guide
These vehicles typically use the Ford™ 6G alternator plug with an active center (RC) pin. Always confirm the plug at your alternator before ordering.
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| Ford™ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Years | Engine(s) |
| Crown Victoria™ | 2004–2011 | 4.6L V8 |
| E-Series™ | 2009–2011 | 4.6L V8 |
| Edge™ | 2010–2013 | 3.5L V6 |
| Escape™ | 2001–2007 | 2.0L I4, 3.0L V6 |
| Expedition™ | 2005–2010 2015–2021 |
3.5L V6, 5.4L V8 |
| Explorer™ | 2006–2009 2011–2020 |
3.5L V6, 4.6L V8 |
| F-150™ | 2004–2022 | 2.7L V6, 3.5L V6, 3.7L V6, 4.2L V6, 4.6L V8, 5.0L V8, 5.4L V8, 6.2L V8 |
| F-150 Raptor™ | 2010–2014 2017–2020 |
3.5L V6, 6.2L V8 |
| F-250 Super Duty™ | 2004–2023 | 5.4L V8, 6.2L V8, 6.4L V8 Power Stroke™, 6.7L V8 Power Stroke™, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8 |
| F-350 Super Duty™ | 2004–2023 | 5.4L V8, 6.2L V8, 6.4L V8 Power Stroke™, 6.7L V8 Power Stroke™, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8 |
| Falcon™ (Australia) | 2005–2011 | 4.0L I6 |
| Fiesta™ (Europe) | 2002–2008 | 1.6L I4 |
| Flex™ | 2009–2020 | 3.5L V6 |
| Focus™ | 2008–2010 | 2.0L I4 |
| Freestar™ | 2004–2007 | 3.9L V6, 4.2L V6 |
| Fusion™ | 2010–2012 | 3.5L V6 |
| Fusion™ (Europe) | 2002–2010 | 1.6L I4 |
| Mustang™ | 2005–2021 | 4.0L V6, 4.6L V8, 5.0L V8 |
| Shelby GT500™ | 2007–2014 | 5.4L V8, 5.8L V8 |
| Taurus™ | 2002–2006 2008–2019 |
3.0L V6, 3.5L V6 |
| Thunderbird™ | 2002–2005 | 3.9L V8 |
| Transit Connect™ | 2010 | 2.0L I4 |
| Windstar™ | 1999–2003 | 3.0L V6, 3.8L V6 |
| Lincoln™ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Years | Engine(s) |
| LS™ | 2000–2005 | 3.0L V6 (manual transmission), 3.9L V8 |
| Mark LT™ | 2005–2008 | 5.4L V8 |
| Navigator™ | 2005–2010 2015–2021 |
3.5L V6, 5.4L V8 |
| Town Car™ | 2004–2011 | 4.6L V8 |
| Mercury™ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model | Years | Engine(s) |
| Grand Marquis™ | 2005–2011 | 4.6L V8 |
| Mariner™ | 2005–2007 | 2.3L I4, 3.0L V6 |
| Monterey™ | 2004–2007 | 4.2L V6 |
| Mountaineer™ | 2002–2010 | 4.0L V6, 4.6L V8 |
| Sable™ | 2002–2005 | 3.0L V6 |
Not sure your vehicle uses this plug? Contact us to check compatibility before ordering.
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