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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Dual electronic automatic temperature control Navigation system based climate control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Tailgate 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 2 Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system Snowplowing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
  • Page 5 For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 6 Driving chapter. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
  • Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may...
  • Page 8 If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information.
  • Page 9 Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 10 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 11 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 12: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Platinum instrument cluster 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 13: Harley-Davidson Instrument Cluster

    However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 14 If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 15 This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component. Engine oil pressure (RTT): Displays when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 16 Displays when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 17 Electronic locking differential (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when using the electronic locking differential. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 18: Gauges

    Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. GAUGES Standard instrument cluster 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 19 Instrument Cluster Platinum instrument cluster Harley-Davidson™ instrument cluster 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 20 Trip A and Trip B features. To reset the trip, press and hold the stem until it resets. • With optional message center: see TRIP A/B under Message center in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 21 For more information, refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Transmission fluid temperature gauge: If the gauge is in the: Normal area (normal) - the transmission fluid is within the normal operating temperature (between “H” and “C”). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 22: Message Center

    A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to reset. Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to English. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 23 For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 24 Press the SELECT/RESET stem to turn autolock on or off. AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 25 The message center will cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 26 DRIVER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR— Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 27 TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (if equipped)— Displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 28 TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped)— Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 30 Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO button until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button to reset. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 31 It is important to press the RESET button (press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32 5. TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER (if equipped and no trailer connected) 6. TBC GAIN = XX.X OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) 7. MYKEY DISTANCE (if programmed) 8. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 33 Press the RESET button to turn autolock on or off. AUTOUNLOCK This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 34 Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 35 CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when a fault has been detected by the ABS module. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM— Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 36 TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (if equipped)— Displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 37 Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped)— Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 38 BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and Belt-Minder is activated. Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 39 COAST DOWN MODE (if equipped)— Displayed when vehicle enters coast down mode. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 40: Entertainment Systems

    AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 41 You can save up to 18 stations, six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2. 5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 42 Allow 10 seconds to pass to confirm that the time has been set. AM/FM in-dash CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system LOAD MENU CLOCK # • DIRECT TEXT SEEK SOUND SCAN CAT/FOLD AM/FM TUNE SIRIUS 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 43 Entertainment Systems WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 44 When the desired category appears in the display, press SEEK to find the next station playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that category of music. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 45 SEEK: Press SEEK to access the previous/next track. CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): In MP3 mode only– Press CAT/FOLD and then press SEEK access the previous/next folder. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 46 (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if available. You may 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 47 • CATEGORY- Press OK to enter category mode. Press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 48 DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 49 (F) speakers. SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. The default setting is off. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 50: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)

    Auxiliary input jack (Line in — if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 51 AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 52: Usb Port

    USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 53 • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. • Wipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 54 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
  • Page 55: Satellite Radio Information

    • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 56 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
  • Page 57 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not available. not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 58: Navigation System

    Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC , a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 59: Climate Controls

    • : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. • : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 60 • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 61 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 62: Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control

    • : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. • : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 63 PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left corner of the display. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 64 Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 65 (panel) or (panel/floor). Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 66 15. B. Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 67: Navigation System Based Climate Control

    This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 3. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 68 The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 69 This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again for normal operation. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 70 For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in manual override control 1. Choose (panel), A/C, and MAX A/C controls. 2. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 71: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 72: Lights

    Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 73 (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 74 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 75: Turn Signal Control

    • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. Push and hold up or down to the first detent to signal a lane change. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 76 • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be turned on and off at the lamp. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 77: Bulb Replacement

    BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 78 Number of Trade number bulbs Headlamps H13/9008 Front park/turn lamps 3157NA (natural amber) Front sidemarker Fog lamps 9140 Backup lamp (styleside) Backup lamp (Harley) Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail 3057K lamp (styleside) High-mount brakelamp 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 79 (two at top of lamp, one at lower inboard corner). 4. Once the three retaining bolts have been removed, slide the headlamp assembly forward, disconnecting the two snap attachments at the fender. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 80 (two at top of lamp, one at lower inboard corner). 4. Once the three retaining bolts have been removed, slide the headlamp assembly forward, disconnecting the two snap attachments at the fender. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 81 4. Remove bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and press in the new bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 82 3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 83: Driver Controls

    Note: The rain sensing wiper feature must be turned off before entering a car wash. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 84: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 85 If the steering column adjustment control is pressed during memory recall it will cancel the automatic operation and the column will respond to manual adjustment of the control. WARNING: Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 86 Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 87 This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 88 Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 89 To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running, 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 90: Power Windows

    WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 91 Press the left side to restore the window controls. Note: The rear window switches will not illuminate when the window control is in the locked position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 92 (glare) reach the interior mirror. When the interior mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, the interior rear view mirror and the driver’s side exterior mirror (if equipped) will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 93: Mirrors

    Refer to Memory seats and mirrors in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Automatic dimming feature (if equipped) The driver’s side view mirror has an auto-dimming function. For more information, refer to Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 94 Heated mirrors remove ice, mist and fog. To activate the heated mirrors, press the rear defrost button located on the climate control panel. Refer to Rear window defroster in the Climate Controls chapter for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 95 POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 96 To enable/disable the power running board feature, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. • When this feature is disabled (OFF), the running boards will move to the stowed position regardless of the position of the doors. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 97: Speed Control

    With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 98 Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 99 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET + control. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 100 In CD mode: • Press to listen to the next track on the disc. In satellite radio mode: • Press to advance through preset channels. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 101 Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Press and hold to exit phone mode or end a call. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 102 Press the switch again to stop the moon roof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moon roof. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 103 WARNING: When programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential injury or damage. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 104 3. Firmly press and hold for five seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the door does not activate, press and hold the just-trained HomeLink button and observe the indicator light. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 105 • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button (note Step 2 in the Programming section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 106 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the Programming section. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 107 Car2U system help line at 1-866-572-2728. Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code) The Car2U Home Automation System may be programmed to operate rolling code and fixed code garage door openers. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 108 Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 109 Note: The Car2U system allows for three devices to be programmed. If you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed, it is necessary to erase the current settings using 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 110 When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” Switch position 1 Up, on or + Middle, neutral or 0 Down, off or – L=left; M=middle; R=right 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 111 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 112: Tailgate

    • Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock. • Turn ignition key to the left to unlock. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal. 10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 114 To close the tailgate step: 1. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailgate step into the tailgate. 2. Slide the latch at the bottom of the handle, then lower the handle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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  • Page 116 Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo management feature in the truck bed. Note: This feature is not intended for off-road usage. To open the bed extender into tailgate mode: 1. Pull the locking pin toward the center of the vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 117 3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other side of the bed extender. 4. Connect the two panels, then rotate both knobs a quarter-turn clockwise to secure the panels. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 118 To open the bed extender into grocery mode, follow Steps 1–4 by rotating the panels away from the tailgate. Close the tailgate. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 119 The cleat can then be moved along the rail. Once the desired position is reached, return the knob to the horizontal position. Pull the cleat side-to-side to ensure it has locked into the next available hole location. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 120 • Cleats and other attachments may be inserted through the access window located in the center of the header bar. These items can then be slid to either side, and secured the same way as the side rails. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 121 Insert accessory into desired T-slot, and install end support. When tightening Torx head bolts, hand tightening with a Torx driver is sufficient, DO NOT over torque by using a ratchet. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 122 Insert accessory into desired T-slot and install end support. When tightening Torx head bolts, hand tightening with a Torx driver is sufficient, DO NOT over torque by using a ratchet. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 123 This key will then be the only key to unlock the bin. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 124 WARNING: If any levers are visible above the lid of the bin, the bin is not securely attached to the rail, and may become detached from the vehicle if driven in that configuration. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 125: Locks And Security

    MyKey™ user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, or sand. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 126 SETUP button or select/reset stem to display the next menu. The remaining menus appear as follows with the default settings shown: MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 <OFF> MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT <ON> OFF MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON <OFF>. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 127 Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey™ system warnings displays. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 128 MyKey™ is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with its associated privileges.
  • Page 129 • Vehicle has a remote start system that is I accidentally programmed all keys recognized as an admin key. Refer to the Using as MyKeys™ MyKey™ with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 130: Locks

    With the key in any ignition position: • The driver’s door will automatically unlock if it is locked by the driver’s power lock control while the driver’s door is open. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 131 If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 132 12 mph (20 km/h); • the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the off or accessory position; and 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 133 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all the doors. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 134 Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 135 Note: The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 136 The seat will move to the final position when the key is in the ignition (if easy entry feature is enabled). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 137 3. A tone will be heard when the deactivation is complete. 4. Repeat this procedure for transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 138 It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 139 • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 140 • the control is pressed on the remote entry transmitter. • the ignition is turned from the off position to the on position, or from the on position to the off position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 141: Anti-Theft System

    Note: The interior lamps will turn off. SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 142 Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
  • Page 143 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 144 Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new spare key(s) programmed. Note: To program MyKey features, refer to MyKey in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 145: Seating And Safety Restraints

    : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 146 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 147 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 148 Front seat • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 149 • Push the release control to move the armrest up or down. • Pull out the drawer at the bottom of the center seat to access the cup holders (if equipped) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 150 Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 151 “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger sensing system in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 152 Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Power recline (if equipped) Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 153 The easy entry feature automatically moves the driver’s seat 2 inches (5 cm) forward when: • the transmission is in P (Park) • the key is inserted into the ignition cylinder 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 154 Steps 2 through 6 must be performed within a 20 second period. The easy entry/exit feature will be deactivated. Repeating the above process will also reactivate the easy entry/exit feature. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 155 The system automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. Heated and cooled seats (if equipped) The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dual electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) system. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 156 Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped) The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for more information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 157 1. Remove key from ignition. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter and rotate toward the front of the vehicle once tabs are released. 3. Remove filter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 158 : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 159 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 160 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 161 2. Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position. Folding up the rear seats (SuperCrew vehicles only) The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flipped up into a vertical storage position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 162 • Push in gently on the center of the plastic panel on the front edge of the armrest. The cupholders will partially open. • Pull the cupholder fully open before using. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 163 The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear door armrest. To operate the heated seats: • Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 164: Safety Restraints

    How does the Personal Safety System™ work? The Personal Safety System™ can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 165 For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 166 The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers. This helps 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 167 Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 168 WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 169 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Regular Cab Center front safety belt WARNING: Always use both lap and shoulder safety belt in the Regular Cab center seating position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 170 Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap belt portion of it. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 171 Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 172 To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 173 Always fasten your seat belt when riding in the front center seat. Energy management retractors Your vehicle has a safety belt system equipped with energy management retractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 174 Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 175 How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 176 WARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 177 Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 178 When the Belt-Minder feature is activated, the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 179 - the safety belt warning is less than 3 mph... light remains illuminated, but the warning chime does not sound. This time does not count towards the five-minute expiration time. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 180 “I’d rather be thrown Not a good idea. People who are ejected are clear” 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 181 To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. DO NOT START THE ENGINE. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 182 Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 183: Airbags

    Safety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where the Personal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions and crash severity are appropriate to activate these devices. Refer to the Personal Safety System™ section in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 184 WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 185 NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 186 Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 187 • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat. When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 188 • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 189 Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 190 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance chapter of this Owner’s Guide.
  • Page 191 SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 192 Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 193 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 194 SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 195 The Safety Canopy system is designed to active when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the RCM to initiate Safety Canopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 196 A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 197 The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 198: Child Restraints

    Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 199 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 200 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 201 All children are shaped differently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided are recommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 202 Seating and Safety Restraints training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 203 LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 204 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 205 7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 206 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
  • Page 207 WARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 208 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 209 The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt tight during a collision. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
  • Page 210 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 7. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
  • Page 211 LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 212 Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children in this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 213 • F150 SuperCrew and SuperCab Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 214 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 215 The head restraint support post will hold the child seat tightly, but the head restraint post is not strong enough to hold the child seat during a collision. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 216 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
  • Page 217 In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back or head restraint and lap/shoulder belts, or consider using a high back booster seat. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 218 (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings below also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child’s hips. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 219 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
  • Page 220 WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 221: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 222 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 223: Tire Information

    Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 224 Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 225: Tire Inflation

    Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 226 Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
  • Page 227 Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 228 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 229 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 230 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
  • Page 231 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 232 Note: The TPMS reset tool is ONLY provided for vehicles with different front and rear tire pressures. The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after tire rotation only on these vehicles. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 233 In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 234 “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 235 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 237 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 238: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 239 When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 240 On vehicles with different front and tion with- rear tire pressures, the TPMS system out sen- must be retrained following every tire rotation. Refer to Tire rotation in training this chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 241 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 242 • To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, the TPMS reset procedure should be performed at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset procedure at the same time. • Do not wait more than two (2) minutes between resetting each tire sensor or the system will timeout and the entire procedure will have to be repeated on all four wheels.
  • Page 243 7. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right front tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 244 SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
  • Page 245: Vehicle Loading

    It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 246 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 247 Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 248 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 249 WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 250 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 251 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 252: Trailer Towing

    If your vehicle is not equipped with a heavy-duty trailer towing package, the maximum weight your vehicle can tow is limited to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 253 10900 (4944) 5700 (2585) 3.55 12900 (5851) 7700 (3493) 4.6L 3V 3.73 13300 (6033) 8000 (3629) 3.31 13000 (5897) 7700 (3493) 5.4L 3.55 13900 (6305) 8600 (3901) 3.73 13900 (6305) 8600 (3901) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 254 GCWR - lb trailer weight - (kg) lb (kg) 3.55 10600 (4808) 5300 (2404) 4.6L 2V 3.73 11100 (5035) 5800 (2631) 3.31 13500 (6123) 8100 (3674) 4.6L 3V 3.55 14900 (6759) 9500 (4309) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 255 11300 (5126) (Heavy Duty) SuperCab 4x4 (163” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum Maximum GCWR - lb trailer weight - (kg) lb (kg) 5.4L 3.73 17100 (7756) 11100 (5035) (Heavy Duty) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 256 14000 (6350) 8100 (3674) 3.55 15500 (7031) 9600 (4355) 5.4L 3.73 15500 (7031) 9600 (4355) 17100 (7756)* 11200 (5080)* *Maximum GCWR and trailer weight when equipped with Max Trailer Tow package. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 257 3.15 rear axle ratio only. • Not to exceed 60 ft (5.52 m ) with the Class IV trailer towing package - excluding vehicles with 3.15 rear axle ratio. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 258 If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 259: Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated

    WARNING: The Ford TBC has only been verified to be compatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to four axles) and not hydraulic surge or electric-over-hydraulic types.
  • Page 260 The GAIN should be set to provide the maximum trailer braking assistance while ensuring the trailer wheels do not lock when braking. Locked trailer wheels may lead to trailer instability. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 261 This can be a short to ground (i.e., chaffed wire) or a short to voltage (i.e., pulled pin on trailer emergency break-away battery) or trailer brakes drawing too much current. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 262 Reactivation of the ignition from OFF to ON will awaken the TBC module. • The TBC is only a factory or dealer installed item. Ford is not responsible for warranty or performance of the TBC due to misuse or customer installation.
  • Page 263 • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. Also, see the information on tow/haul mode operation under Automatic transmission operation in the Driving chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 264: Recreational Towing

    It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 265 (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 266: Driving

    WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 267 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). • 4–speed transmission 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 268 5. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 269 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 270 For flexible fuel vehicles, if operating with E ethanol, an engine block heater must be used if ambient temperature is below 0°F (-18°C). See Cold weather starting earlier in this chapter for more information on starting with ethanol. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 271 Be sure to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has been operating for approximately a half hour. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 272: Brakes

    ABS and should be no reason for concern. Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 273 To release, pull the lever (2). WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 274: Advancetrac

    If your AdvanceTrac with RSC system activates, SLOW DOWN. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 275 • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The “sliding car” indicator light will flash. • A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 276 During ESC events the “sliding car” icon in the instrument cluster will flash. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 277 To switch off the AdvanceTrac with RSC system press the AdvanceTrac with RSC button. Full features of the AdvanceTrac with 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 278 35 mph (56 km/h) Vehicle speed exceeds 35 mph (56 km/h) after Illuminated Enabled Enabled Disabled button is solid pressed and held for more than 5 seconds 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 279 The message center will also display TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED. In some cases when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is too high and may be above a 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 280 WARNING: Turning off trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has significant trailer towing experience, and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
  • Page 281 Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 282 Refer to Tilt steering wheel in the Driver Controls chapter. 1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to the off position, then remove the key. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 283 4. Insert a flat head screwdriver into each slot to unsnap and remove the steering column cover. Rotate the column up on its hinges and pull rearward to remove the cover from the hinges. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 284 Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 285 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 286: Transmission Operation

    • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear • Release the parking brake. To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 287 • To return to O/D (Overdrive), press the transmission control switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 288 (TCM). If the battery is disconnected for any reason, the stored information from the last time the key was turned to off will be read. This way, no information will be lost with any battery removal or battery disconnect. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 289 Tow/Haul. Tow/Haul can be activated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever (column-shift transmission) or on the side of the gearshift lever (floor-shift transmission). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 290 The TOW HAUL light will no longer be illuminated. When you shut-off and restart the engine, the transmission will automatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 291 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 292: Reverse Sensing System

    WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 293 RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 294: Rear-View Camera System

    (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, or until any navigation radio button is pressed. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 295 If either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, at least in the dark, until the lamp(s) are replaced and functioning. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 296 2H is selected on electronic shift 4WD systems only. • AWD - Illuminates when AWD is selected (all-wheel drive equipped vehicles only). • 4X4 HIGH - Illuminates when 4H is selected. HIGH 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 297 Low) for proper operation. Shifting between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 high) • Move the transfer case lever between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 high) at a stop or any forward speed. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 298 WARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 299 The message center will then display the system mode selected. If any of the above shift conditions are not met, the shift will not occur and the message center will display information guiding the driver through the proper shifting procedures. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 300 “AWD” if AWD has been selected or “4X4 high” if 4H is selected. The message center will momentarily display “4X2” if 2H has been selected. Note: 4X4 high mode is not intended for use on dry pavement 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 301 • In 4L (4X4 low), the ELD will disengage at speeds above 62 mph (100 km/h) and will automatically reengage at speeds below 56 mph (90 km/h). The ELD is designed for off-road use only and is not intended for use on dry pavement. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 302 The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 303 Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 304 Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 305 4WD when necessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in this chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 306 If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 307 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 308 In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 309 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
  • Page 310: Snowplowing

    Installing the snowplow Weight limits and guidelines for selecting and installing the snowplow can be found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplow section, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas. A typical installation affects the following: • Certification to government safety laws such as occupant protection and airbag deployment, braking and lighting.
  • Page 311 Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached Ford recommends that the F–150 be limited to low speed, personal-use snow removal. Do not use your vehicle for snow removal until it has been driven at least 500 miles (800 km).
  • Page 312 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Transmission operation while plowing • Shift transfer case to 4L (4WD low) when plowing in small areas at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h).
  • Page 313 The powertrain control strategy required for snowplowing to provide proper cooling may increase fan noise that may also be noticed under conditions other than snow plowing. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 314: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
  • Page 315: Hazard Flasher Control

    Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
  • Page 316: Fuel Pump Shut-Off

    WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. FUSES AND RELAYS...
  • Page 317 To remove the fuse box cover, press in the tabs on both sides of the cover, then pull the cover off. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 318 Moon roof Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Keypad illumination, Brake Shift Interlock (BSI), SJB microprocessor power Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 319 Radio info display (CID), Radio buttons, Key-in chime Not used Radio muting Instrument panel cluster Passenger airbag disable indicator Restraints control module Non-integrated compass module, Heated-only seat module Trailer brake controller 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 320 WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 321 — Upfitter 1 relay — Fuel pump — Trailer tow battery charger — Upfitter 2 relay 30A** Power running board motors 40A** Electric fan 30A** Starter relay 30A** Passenger power seats 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 322 Roll stability control module (RSC) — Trailer tow left hand stop/turn relay — Trailer tow right hand stop/turn relay — Back up lamps relay — Electric fan relay 15A* Heated mirror — Not used 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 323 25A** Electric fan 30A** Amplifier 20A** Auxiliary power point (instrument panel) 20A** Auxiliary power point (inside center console) — Not used 20A** 4x4 module 30A** Passenger heated/cooled seats — Not used 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 324: Changing Tires

    To restore the full functionality of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 325 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 326 When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 327 2. Remove the insert containing the Easy Fuel ™ funnel from the driver’s side. 3. Remove the two small wing nuts on the passenger side. 4. Slide the plastic box toward the driver’s side and remove. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 328 Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 329 If the vehicle slips off the jack, someone could be seriously injured. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 330 Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 331 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 332: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    M14 x 2.0 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
  • Page 333: Jump Starting

    Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 334 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 335 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 336 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 337 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 338 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 339: Wrecker Towing

    Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
  • Page 340 Brake shift interlock in the Driving chapter for instructions. • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 341 A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
  • Page 342 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
  • Page 343 Dearborn, MI 48126 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
  • Page 344 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 345 CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final as the arbitrator’s award is binding to both you and Ford of Canada. CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces. For more information, without charge or obligation, call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1-800-207-0685.
  • Page 346 If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer. If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S.
  • Page 347: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
  • Page 348: Cleaning

    Apply the product as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few minutes, then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 349 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 350 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. 4.6L ENGINE 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 351 Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. • The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A), 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 352 For general cleaning, use mild, soapy water and a soft, damp cloth, then dry with a clean, dry cloth. For removal of fine scuffs and scratches, use Scotch-Brite Microfiber Cloth or cheese cloth along with Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 353 If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by this method, the area may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive interiors. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 354 • If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available cleaning product designed for automotive interiors. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 355 • Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-based products on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 356 If a film appears, wipe off film with a dry, clean cloth. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 357 Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 358: Maintenance And Specifications

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 359 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located on the front bumper under the grill. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 360: Engine Compartment

    2. Transmission fluid dipstick (4.6L 2V only) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 361 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 362 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
  • Page 363: Engine Oil

    • Oil levels above the upper hole or the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 364 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
  • Page 365: Battery

    Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
  • Page 366 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 367: Engine Coolant

    Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 368 WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 369 WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 370 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
  • Page 371 The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 372 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 373: Fuel Information

    • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 374 Winter blends may contain up to 75% denatured ethanol (Ed75) and up to 25% unleaded gasoline to enhance cold engine starts. Severely cold weather may require additional measures for reliable starting. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 375 — this is against the law in some places; • Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel. • Do not use personal electronic devices while refueling. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 376 If this action corrects the problem, the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message may not reset 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 377 Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Note: Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause powertrain damage, a loss of vehicle performance, and repairs may not be covered under warranty. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 378 If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. FFV engines If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of E85 fuel. If the driveability 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 379 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
  • Page 380 ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 381 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in gallons or liters). 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 382 Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 383 • Close windows for high speed driving. EPA fuel economy estimates Every new vehicle should have a sticker on the window called the Monroney Label which contains EPA fuel economy estimates. Contact 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 384 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 385 OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 386 I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 387 Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 388 You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 389 Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 390: Air Filter(S)

    Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
  • Page 391 It is not necessary to completely remove the clamp. 4. Pull the air tube off from the air cleaner housing. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 392 9. Slip the air tube onto the air filter housing and tighten the air-tube clamp bolt snugly, but do not overtighten it. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 393: Part Numbers

    Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
  • Page 394: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 395 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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  • Page 397 Maintenance and Specifications 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 398: Engine Data

    1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug 0.052–0.056 inch 0.039–0.043 inch 0.039–0.043 inch Spark plug gap (1.32–1.42mm) (1.0–1.1mm) (1.0–1.1mm) Compression 9.4:1 9.8:1 9.8:1 ratio 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 399 Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 400 Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 401 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code Four-speed automatic (4R75E) Six-speed automatic (6R80) 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 402: Accessories

    GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 403 - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 404 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 405: Ford Extended Service Plan

    FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
  • Page 406 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
  • Page 407 Ford Extended Service Plan 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 408: Index

    ....143 Bulbs ..........77 Armrests ........149 Audio system (see Radio) ......40, 42 Capacities for refilling fluids ..394 Automatic transmission Car2U Home Automation driving an automatic System ........107 overdrive ......286, 288 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 409 .........363 set zone adjustment ....88 Driving under special Console ........87 conditions ....291, 304, 307 sand .........306 Controls snow and ice ......308 power seat .......151 through water ....306, 309 steering column ......100 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 410 Fog lamps ........72 temperature gauge ....22 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..296 driving off road .......302 electronic shift ......299 Hazard flashers ......315 indicator light ......296 lever operated shift ....297 Headlamps ........72 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 411 ........324 Jump-starting your vehicle ..333 Message center .....22, 30 english/metric button ..26, 35 system check button ....35 Keyless entry system warning messages ....26, 35 autolock ........131 keypad ........140 Mirrors ........92–93 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 412 Power door locks ......130 Safety Canopy ...191–192, 194 Power mirrors ......93 Safety defects, reporting ..347 Power point .........89 Safety restraints ....164, 167, 169–170, 173–177 Power steering ......280 Belt-Minder ......178 fluid, checking and adding ..386 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 413 AM/FM stereo ......42 label .........237 replacing ........229 Snowplowing ....6, 310–311 rotating ........231 SOS Post Crash Alert ....197 safety practices .......230 Spark plugs, specifications ..393, sidewall information ....233 398–399 snow tires and chains ....244 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 414 (automatic) .....387, 390 wipers ..........83 fluid, refill capacities ....394 checking and adding fluid ..362 lubricant specifications ..394 replacing wiper blades ...362 Turn signal ........75 Universal garage door opener .......103 USB port ........52 2010 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

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