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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Driver and Passenger Airbags....48 Data Recording..........9 Front Passenger Sensing System....49 California Proposition 65......11 Side Airbags............51 Perchlorate............11 Safety Canopy ..........52 Ford Credit............11 Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator..53 Replacement Parts Recommendation........12 Airbag Disposal..........54 Special Notices..........12 Keys and Remote Controls Mobile Communications Equipment.............13 General Information on Radio Export Unique Options.........14...
Page 5 Table of Contents Anti-Theft Alarm...........80 Moonroof............101 Power Running Boards Instrument Cluster Using Power Running Boards.....81 Gauges.............103 Warning Lamps and Indicators....106 Steering Wheel Audible Warnings and Indicators....110 Adjusting the Steering Wheel....83 Information Displays Audio Control..........84 Voice Control...........85 General Information........111 Cruise Control..........85 Information Messages........122 Information Display Control......85 Climate Control...
Page 6 Table of Contents Selective Catalytic Reductant Storage Compartments System............191 Center Console..........162 Diesel Particulate Filter......195 Overhead Console........163 Transmission Starting and Stopping the Automatic Transmission......201 Engine General Information........164 Four-Wheel Drive Ignition Switch..........164 Using Four-Wheel Drive......208 Keyless Starting..........164 Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without: Rear Axle Push Button Start........165 Electronic Locking Differential....216...
Page 7 Table of Contents Fuel Shutoff............317 Cruise Control Jump Starting the Vehicle......318 Principle of Operation........239 Post-Crash Alert System......320 Using Cruise Control........239 Transporting the Vehicle......320 Using Adaptive Cruise Control....240 Towing Points..........321 Driving Aids Customer Assistance Driver Alert............247 Getting the Services You Need....322 Lane Keeping System........248 In California (U.S.
Page 8 Table of Contents Engine Oil Check - Gasoline.....347 Wheels and Tires Oil Change Indicator Reset......348 General Information........377 Engine Coolant Check.......349 Tire Care............379 Automatic Transmission Fluid Using Snow Chains........394 Check............353 Tire Pressure Monitoring System..395 Transfer Case Fluid Check......353 Changing a Road Wheel......400 Brake Fluid Check........354 Technical Specifications......407 Power Steering Fluid Check.....354...
Page 9 With Your Media Player............466 SYNC Troubleshooting......467 SYNC General Information........475 Home Screen..........486 Using Voice Recognition......487 Entertainment..........494 Climate............504 Phone..............506 Navigation............512 Apps..............520 Settings............523 SYNC 3 Troubleshooting......537 Accessories Accessories............549 Ford Protect Ford Protect...........552 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 10: Introduction
Introduction ABOUT THIS MANUAL Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.
Page 11 Introduction Cabin air filter Front airbag E67017 Front fog lamps Check fuel cap Fuel pump reset Child safety door lock or unlock Fuse compartment Child seat lower anchor Hazard warning flashers Child seat tether anchor Heated rear window Cruise control E71340 Heated windshield Do not open when hot...
Page 12: Data Recording
In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company Power window lockout (Ford of Canada in Canada), and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct...
Page 13 Ford of Canada privacy policy at is recorded by the event data recorder www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data under normal driving conditions and no storage and use of service providers in personal data or information (e.g., name,...
Page 14: California Proposition 65
Terms and Conditions. See SYNC (page 475). US Only Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.
Page 15: Replacement Parts Recommendation
A great way to know for sure you are getting this level Call 1-800-727-7000. of protection is to use genuine Ford For more information about Ford Credit replacement collision parts. and access to the Account Manager, go to Warranty on Replacement Parts www.ford.com/finance.
Page 16: Mobile Communications Equipment
Do not connect wireless plug-in Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. devices to the data link connector. Your vehicle does not have the Ford Unauthorized third parties could gain Ambulance Preparation Package. access to vehicle data and impair the performance of safety related systems.
Page 17: Export Unique Options
Introduction communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios. EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Manual.
Page 18: Environment
You should play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim. For details about Ford Motor Company's sustainability progress and initiatives visit: Web Address www.sustainability.ford.com...
Page 19: At A Glance
At a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW E178396 Wiper stalk. See Windshield Wipers (page 87). Information display controls. See General Information (page 111). Instrument cluster. See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 106). Audio controls. See Audio Control (page 84). Audio system. See Audio System (page 443). Hill descent control.
Page 20 At a Glance Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 164). Voice control. See Voice Control (page 85). Cruise control switches. See Cruise Control (page 85). Adaptive cruise control switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 240). Electric parking brake switch. See Electric Parking Brake (page 219). Lighting control.
Page 21: Child Safety
Child Safety GENERAL INFORMATION WARNINGS Technician (CPST) to make sure that you See the following sections for directions properly install the child restraint in your on how to properly use safety restraints vehicle and that you consult your for children. pediatrician to make sure you have a child restraint appropriate for your child.
Page 22: Installing Child Restraints
Child Safety Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Use a child safety seat Infants or Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (sometimes called an toddlers (generally age four or younger). infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat).
Page 23 Child Safety Use a child safety seat (sometimes called • Keep the buckle release button an infant carrier, convertible seat, or pointing up and away from the safety toddler seat) for infants, toddlers, or seat, with the tongue between the child children weighing 40 pounds (18 restraint and the release button, to kilograms) or less (generally age four or...
Page 24 Child Safety E142529 E142531 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper then grasp the shoulder belt and lap buckle (the buckle closest to the belt together. direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage.
Page 25 Child Safety Try to pull the seatbelt 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.
Page 26 Child Safety The belt webbing below the tongue is the lap portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt. The seatbelt webbing above the tongue is the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt. E142530 3. While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue, route the tongue and webbing through the child restraint according to the child restraint...
Page 27 Child Safety 9. Check from time to time to be sure that there is no slack in the lap and shoulder belt. The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt tight during a crash. We recommend checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
Page 28 Child Safety 2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating position, grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue. E146524 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the lap portion of the inflatable seatbelt and pull upward E142530 until you pull all of the belt out.
Page 29 Child Safety 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.
Page 30 Child Safety LATCH compatible child safety seats have WARNINGS two rigid or webbing mounted Depending on where you secure a attachments that connect to the two lower child restraint, and depending on the anchors at the LATCH equipped seating child restraint design, you may block positions in your vehicle.
Page 31 Child Safety Use of Inboard Lower Anchors Combining Seatbelt and LATCH from the Outboard Seating Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Positions (Center Seating Use) Safety Seats When used in combination, either the WARNING seatbelt or the LATCH lower anchors may The standardized spacing for LATCH be attached first, provided a proper lower anchors is 11 in (280 mm)
Page 32 Child Safety Regular Cab E166696 Crew Cab and Super Cab E166697 Front Seat Tether Strap Attach the tether strap only to the Attachment (Regular Cab) appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if Route the child safety seat tether strap attached somewhere other than the over the back of the seat and under the correct tether anchor.
Page 33 Child Safety 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether There are three loops of webbing just strap according to the manufacturer's above the back of the rear seat (along the instructions. bottom edge of the rear window). Use these loops as both routing loops and Regular Cab passenger and center anchor loops for up to three child safety seats (on back panel)
Page 34: Booster Seats
Child Safety If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. If your child restraint system has a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, we also recommend its use.
Page 35 Child Safety If your backless booster seat has a • High back booster seats removable shield, remove the shield. If a If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot vehicle seating position has a low seat find a seating position that adequately back or no head restraint, a backless supports your child's head, a high back booster seat may place your child's head...
Page 36: Child Restraint Positioning
Child Safety E142597 WARNINGS If the booster seat slides on the vehicle provided for installation and use in seat upon which it is being used, placing a conjunction with the instructions and rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet warnings provided by your vehicle liner under the booster seat may improve manufacturer.
Page 37: Child Safety Locks
Child Safety WARNINGS WARNINGS To avoid risk of injury, do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle. Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated below by X LATCH LATCH Safety belt Safety belt Safety belt Combined...
Page 38 Child Safety E112197 The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Left-Hand Side Turn counterclockwise to lock and clockwise to unlock. Right-Hand Side Turn clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock.
Page 39: Seatbelts
Seatbelts PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly WARNINGS restrained in a rear seating position. Always drive and ride with your Failure to follow this could seriously seatback upright and the lap belt increase the risk of injury or death.
Page 40: Fastening The Seatbelts
Seatbelts The safety belt pretensioners at the front seating positions are designed to tighten the safety belts when activated. In frontal and near-frontal crashes, the safety belt pretensioners may be activated alone or, if the crash is of sufficient severity, together with the front airbags.
Page 41 Seatbelts While you are fastened in the seatbelt, the lap and shoulder belt with a cinch tongue adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the seatbelt locks and helps reduce your forward movement.
Page 42 Seatbelts Seatbelt Locking Modes Automatic Locking Mode In this mode, the shoulder belt WARNING automatically pre-locks. The belt still After a crash, have a qualified retracts to remove any slack in the technician check all the seatbelts to shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode make sure the seatbelts including is not available on the driver seatbelt.
Page 43 Seatbelts Rear outboard inflatable seatbelts Note: The rear inflatable seatbelts are (second row only– if equipped) compatible with most infant and child safety car seats and belt positioning booster seats when properly installed. This is because they are designed to fill with a cooled gas at a lower pressure and at a slower rate than traditional airbags.
Page 44: Seatbelt Height Adjustment
Seatbelts SEATBELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT WARNING Position the safety belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a crash. E146364 During a crash of sufficient force, the inflatable belt inflates from inside the...
Page 45: Seatbelt Reminder
Seatbelts Conditions of operation Then The driver seatbelt is not buckled before The seatbelt warning light illuminates and the ignition switch is turned to the on posi- the warning chime sounds for a few tion... seconds. The driver seatbelt is buckled while the The seatbelt warning light and warning indicator light is illuminated and the chime turn off.
Page 46 Seatbelts If... Then... You and the front seat passenger buckle The Belt-Minder feature will not activate. your safety belts before you switch the ignition on or less than 1-2 minutes elapse after you switch the ignition on... You or the front seat passenger do not The Belt-Minder feature activates, the buckle your safety belts before your vehicle safety belt warning light illuminates and a...
Page 47: Child Restraint And Seatbelt Maintenance
Seatbelts 3. For the seating position you are Ford Motor Company recommends that switching off, buckle then unbuckle the all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles safety belt three times at a moderate involved in a crash be replaced. However, speed, ending in the unbuckled state.
Page 48 Ford Motor Company dealers. Only Ford seatbelt extensions made by the original equipment seatbelts manufacturer should be used with Ford seatbelts. Ask your authorized dealer if your extension is compatible with your Ford vehicle restraint system.
Page 49: Personal Safety System
Personal Safety System How Does the Personal Safety The Personal Safety System provides an System Work? improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is The Personal Safety System can adapt the designed to help further reduce the risk of deployment strategy of the safety devices airbag-related injuries.
Page 50: Supplementary Restraints System
Supplementary Restraints System The airbags are a supplemental restraint PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION system and are designed to work with the safety belts to help protect the driver and WARNINGS right front passenger from certain upper Airbags do not inflate slowly or body injuries.
Page 51: Driver And Passenger Airbags
Supplementary Restraints System Proper Driver and Front Passenger DRIVER AND PASSENGER Seating Adjustment AIRBAGS WARNING WARNINGS The National Highway Traffic Safety Never place your arm or any objects Administration recommends a over an airbag module. Placing your minimum distance of at least 10 arm over a deploying airbag can inches (25 centimeters) between an result in serious arm fractures or other...
Page 52: Front Passenger Sensing System
Supplementary Restraints System WARNINGS Sitting improperly, out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take weight off the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in the event of a crash. Always sit upright against your seat back, with your feet on the floor.
Page 53 Supplementary Restraints System • A passenger takes their weight off of If a person of adult size is sitting in the front the seat for a period of time. passenger seat, but the passenger airbag status indicator off lamp is lit, it is possible •...
Page 54: Side Airbags
The person in person with disabilities, contact the Ford the front passenger seat may appear Customer Relationship Center. heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the previous list.
Page 55: Safety Canopy
Supplementary Restraints System Note: The passenger sensing system will WARNINGS deactivate the passenger seat-mounted If the side airbag has deployed, the side airbag if it detects an empty passenger airbag will not function again. The seat. side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by The design and development of the side an authorized dealer.
Page 56: Crash Sensors And Airbag Indicator
Supplementary Restraints System · Crash sensors and monitoring WARNINGS system with a readiness If a supplementary restraint system indicator. See Crash Sensors E67017 component has deployed, it will not and Airbag Indicator (page 53). function again. Have the system and associated components inspected as soon Properly restrain children 12 years old and as possible.
Page 57: Airbag Disposal
Supplementary Restraints System The restraints control module also The fact that the safety belt pretensioners monitors the readiness of the above safety or front airbags did not activate for both devices plus the crash and occupant front seat occupants in a crash does not sensors.
Page 58: Keys And Remote Controls
Keys and Remote Controls computers or cell phones can interfere with GENERAL INFORMATION ON remote operation. Operating your remote RADIO FREQUENCIES control near metal or metallic-finished purses, bags or clothing can interfere with This device complies with Part 15 of the remote operation.
Page 59 Keys and Remote Controls E191532 Press the button to release the key blade. Press and hold the button to fold the key blade back in when not in use. E218399 The intelligent access keys operate the power locks and the remote start system. The key must be in your vehicle to use the push button start.
Page 60 Keys and Remote Controls A message appears in the information display when the remote control battery is low. See General Information (page 111). Integrated Keyhead Transmitter The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Press the button to release the key blade before beginning the procedure.
Page 61 Keys and Remote Controls E151800 Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or the printed circuit board with the screwdriver. 4. Insert a screwdriver as shown to release the battery. E218400 Push the release button and pull the key blade out. E151801 5.
Page 62 Keys and Remote Controls E218402 3. Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown and carefully remove the battery. 4. Install a new battery with the + facing upward. E218401 5. Reinstall the battery housing cover 2.
Page 63 Keys and Remote Controls Remote Start (If Equipped) Status WARNING Solid green Remote start To avoid exhaust fumes, do not use successful remote start if your vehicle is parked indoors or in areas that are not well Solid red Remote stop ventilated.
Page 64: Replacing A Lost Key Or Remote Control
Keys and Remote Controls The power windows do not work during REPLACING A LOST KEY OR remote start and the radio does not turn REMOTE CONTROL on automatically. The parking lamps remain on and your Replacement keys or remote controls can vehicle will run for 5, 10 or 15 minutes, be purchased from an authorized dealer.
Page 65: Mykey
MyKey (If Equipped) • Driver assist features, if equipped on PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION your vehicle, are forced on: parking aid, blind spot information system (BLIS), MyKey allows you to program keys with cross traffic alert, lane departure restricted driving modes to promote good warning and forward collision warning driving habits.
Page 66: Creating A Mykey
MyKey (If Equipped) • Various vehicle speed reminders so you You can program the configurable features know when your vehicle approaches now or at any time. You can advance the limits. Warnings appear in the through the settings without programming information display and an audible them by pressing the OK button.
Page 67: Clearing All Mykeys
MyKey (If Equipped) To clear all MyKeys of all MyKey settings, CLEARING ALL MYKEYS use the information display and the left-hand-side steering wheel controls: You can clear all MyKeys within the same key cycle as you created the MyKey. If you Access the main menu and select switch your ignition off, however, you will Settings, then MyKey and finally...
Page 68: Using Mykey With Remote Start Systems
Ford-approved, aftermarket remote start USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE systems. If you choose to install a remote START SYSTEMS start system, see an authorized dealer for a Ford-approved remote start system. MyKey is not compatible with non MYKEY TROUBLESHOOTING Condition Potential Causes I cannot create a MyKey.
Page 69 MyKey (If Equipped) Condition Potential Causes I lost a key. Program a spare key. See Passive Anti-Theft System (page 77). MyKey distances do not accumulate. • The MyKey user is not using the MyKey. • An admin key holder cleared the MyKeys and created new MyKeys.
Page 70: Doors And Locks
Doors and Locks Intelligent access at the driver door unlocks LOCKING AND UNLOCKING your entire vehicle when you disable two-stage unlocking. You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock Locking the Vehicle your vehicle.
Page 71 Doors and Locks Unlocking Using Intelligent Access At the Electronic Tailgate (If Equipped) E248555 With your intelligent access key within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle, touch the unlock sensor on the back of the door handle for a brief period and then pull on the door handle to unlock, being careful to not touch the lock sensor at the same time or E187693...
Page 72 Doors and Locks When you lock your vehicle using the Autounlock power door lock control (with the door Autounlock unlocks all the doors when: open, vehicle in park and ignition off), your • The ignition is on, all the doors are vehicle searches for an intelligent access closed, and your vehicle has been key in the passenger compartment after...
Page 73: Keyless Entry
Doors and Locks Battery Saver You can operate the keypad with the factory-set five-digit entry code. The code The battery saver turns off the interior is located on the owner’s wallet card in the lamps 30 minutes after you switch off the glove box and is available from an ignition if a door is open and the dome authorized dealer.
Page 74 Doors and Locks All personal codes erase and only the factory-set five-digit code will work. Anti-Scan Feature The keypad will go into an anti-scan mode if you enter the wrong code seven times (35 consecutive button presses). This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash.
Page 75: Tailgate
Tailgate TAILGATE LOCK ELECTRONIC TAILGATE Equipped) The tailgate lock can help prevent theft of the tailgate. WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Page 76: Removing The Tailgate
Tailgate E187693 E189556 2. Press the button in the top of the Locate and disconnect the power door tailgate handle. locks in-line connector. It is under the pickup box on the right-hand side of 3. Push the tailgate up to close the the vehicle near the spare tire.
Page 77: Tailgate Step
Tailgate 8. Lift the right side off its hinge. 9. Lift the tailgate to 80° from horizontal. Remove the tailgate from the left side hinge by sliding it to the right. Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate. TAILGATE STEP (If Equipped) Use the step to make entering the truck bed easier.
Page 78: Bed Extender
Tailgate 2. Push the handle back into the tailgate. 3. Rotate the step up until it is horizontal, then push it back into the tailgate until the step is secure. BED EXTENDER (If Equipped) Note: Do not use the bed extender when driving off road.
Page 79 Tailgate E163099 5. Make sure to insert the latch rod into the tailgate hole. Make sure to engage both sides of the locking pins into their holes in the pick-up box. Reverse the steps to store the bed extender. Grocery Mode E163100 Follow Steps 1-4 of the Tailgate Mode instructions by rotating the panels away...
Page 80: Security
Note: The system is not compatible with The integrated keyhead transmitter non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. functions as a programmed ignition key. It Use of these systems may result in vehicle operates all the locks, starts the vehicle starting problems and a loss of security and acts as a remote control.
Page 81 Security Insert the first previously programmed Note: If your programmed transmitters are coded key into the ignition. lost or stolen and you do not have an extra coded key, you need to have your vehicle 2. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep towed to an authorized dealer.
Page 82 Security Type One 2. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again. Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least three seconds, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Remove the intelligent access key. Switch the ignition off and remove the first coded key from the ignition.
Page 83: Anti-Theft Alarm
Security Note: For correct operation of the interior ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped) motion detection system, make sure you close all the windows prior to arming the The active anti-theft system is designed system. This helps prevent accidental alarm to warn you in the event of unauthorized activation due to external influences.
Page 84: Power Running Boards
Power Running Boards (If Equipped) Automatic Power Deploy USING POWER RUNNING BOARDS WARNINGS In extreme climates, excessive ice buildup may occur, causing the running boards not to deploy. Make sure that the running boards have deployed, and have finished moving before attempting to step on them.
Page 85 Power Running Boards (If Equipped) Enabling and Disabling You can enable and disable the power running board feature in the information display. • When disabled, the running boards move to the stowed position regardless of the door position. • When enabled, the running boards move back to the correct positions based on the door position.
Page 86: Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving. Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. E180534 3. Lock the steering column. E180482 Unlock the steering column. 2.
Page 87: Audio Control
Steering Wheel Power Tilt and Telescope Steering Easy Entry and Exit Feature Column (If Equipped) The column moves to the full up and in position when you switch the ignition off. It returns to the previous setting when you switch the ignition on. You can switch this feature on or off in the information display.
Page 88: Voice Control
Steering Wheel Press and hold the seek button to: Type Two • Tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band. • Seek through a track. VOICE CONTROL (If Equipped) E248613 See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 240).
Page 89: Pedals
Pedals The Horizontal Control ADJUSTING THE PEDALS Equipped) Note: Never use the controls when your feet are on the accelerator or brake pedals, especially when the vehicle is moving. Note: Adjust the pedals only when your vehicle is in park (P). Depending on your vehicle and equipment level, the shape and location of your power-adjustable pedal control can vary.
Page 90: Wipers And Washers
Wipers and Washers Note: Make sure you switch the windshield WINDSHIELD WIPERS wipers off before entering a car wash. Note: Fully defrost the windshield before Note: If streaks or smears appear on the you switch the windshield wipers on. windshield, clean the windshield and the wiper blades.
Page 91: Windshield Washers
Wipers and Washers In these conditions, you can do the following: • Lower the sensitivity of the autowipers to reduce the amount of smearing on the windshield. • Switch to normal or high-speed wipe. • Switch autowipers off. WINDSHIELD WASHERS Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield.
Page 92: Lighting
Lighting GENERAL INFORMATION LIGHTING CONTROL Condensation in the Exterior Front Lamps and Rear Lamps Exterior front lamps and rear lamps have vents to accommodate normal changes in air pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold.
Page 93: Autolamps
Lighting Headlamp Flasher The headlamps remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. Use the information display controls to adjust the period of time that the headlamps remain on. Note: If you switch the autolamps on, you cannot switch the high beams on until the system turns the low beams on.
Page 94: Daytime Running Lamps
Lighting Press repeatedly or press and hold until The other lighting control switch positions you reach the desired level. do not turn on the daytime running lamps. If the daytime running lamps are off in the DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS information display, the lamps stay off in all switch positions.
Page 95: Front Fog Lamps
Lighting A camera sensor, centrally mounted Switch the lighting control to the behind the windshield of your vehicle, autolamps position. See Autolamps continuously monitors conditions to turn (page 90). the high beams on and off. Overriding the System Once the system is active, the high beams turn on if: When you switch on the high beams, •...
Page 96: Direction Indicators
Lighting Adjust the aim of the spot lamps by DIRECTION INDICATORS moving the position of the exterior mirrors. For manual folding mirrors, adjust the aim of the lamps by folding the exterior mirrors into or away from the windows. For power-folding mirrors, use the switch on the driver-side door.
Page 97: Interior Lamps
Lighting If you switch on the cargo lamps, the cargo Door function. and trailer hitch area illuminate. Passenger map lamp. Note: The cargo and trailer hookup lamps turn off when you reach a speed of 3 mph Type Two (5 km/h). They also turn off after 10 minutes, fading gradually to off.
Page 98 Lighting Press the button to switch the lamps on or off. Type Three E187342 All lamps on. Door function. E182517 Driver map lamp. Rear Interior Lamps (If Equipped) Passenger map lamp. Type One E187343 Type Two E187345 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 99: Windows And Mirrors
Windows and Mirrors Restoring the One-Touch Up Function POWER WINDOWS (If Equipped) You may lose the one-touch function if the WARNINGS vehicle battery is low. Do not leave children unattended in To reset the function after the battery your vehicle and do not let them play recharges: with the power windows.
Page 100: Exterior Mirrors
Windows and Mirrors Window Lock (If Equipped) E144073 Left-hand mirror. E176216 Press the control to lock or unlock the rear Adjustment control. window controls. Right-hand mirror. Accessory Delay (If Equipped) To adjust your mirrors, switch your vehicle on (with the ignition in accessory mode or The window switches remain operational the engine running) and then: for several minutes when you switch the...
Page 101 Windows and Mirrors Telescoping Mirrors The left-hand and right-hand mirrors move (If Equipped) at different rates. For example, one mirror may stop while the other one continues to move. This is normal. Moving the mirrors 10 or more times within one minute, or repeated folding and unfolding of the mirrors while holding the control down during full travel, may disable...
Page 102 Windows and Mirrors Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 150). Auto-dimming Feature (If Equipped) The driver exterior mirror automatically dims when the interior auto-dimming mirror turns on. Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped) E176218...
Page 103: Interior Mirror
Windows and Mirrors Blind spot mirrors have an integrated The image of the approaching vehicle is convex mirror built into the upper outboard small and near the inboard edge of the corner of the exterior mirrors. They can main mirror when it is at a distance. The assist you by increasing visibility along the image becomes larger and begins to move side of your vehicle.
Page 104: Sliding Windows
Windows and Mirrors The mirror dims to reduce glare when SUN VISORS bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up.
Page 105 Windows and Mirrors Moonroof Vent WARNINGS When closing the moonroof, you Press and release to vent the moonroof. should verify that it is free of obstructions and make sure that Sunshade Open children and pets are not in the proximity Press and release to open the sunshade.
Page 106: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster GAUGES Type 1 and 2 E176090 Engine oil pressure gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Transmission fluid temperature gauge Speedometer Information display See General Information (page 111). Tachometer F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 107 Instrument Cluster Type 3 E176091 Engine oil pressure gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge Transmission fluid temperature or Turbo boost (Ecoboost engine only) gauge Speedometer Information display See General Information (page 111). Tachometer F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 108 Instrument Cluster Engine Oil Pressure Gauge • It may take a short time for the needle to reach F after leaving the gas station. Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle This is normal and depends upon the should stay in the normal operating range slope of pavement at the gas station.
Page 109: Warning Lamps And Indicators
Instrument Cluster Information Display Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are Odometer driving, this indicates a Located in the bottom of the information malfunction. Your vehicle display. Registers the accumulated continues to have normal braking without distance your vehicle has traveled. the anti-lock brake system function.
Page 110 Instrument Cluster Blind Spot Monitor Diesel Exhaust Fluid (If Equipped) (If Equipped) It illuminates when you switch With the key in the on position, the system off. illuminates when the DEF is E151262 contaminated, low or someone E163176 See Blind Spot Information has tampered with the DEF system.
Page 111 Instrument Cluster Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp Hill Descent (If Equipped) It illuminates and a chime Illuminates when hill descent is sounds until you fasten the switched on. seatbelts. E71880 E163171 Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp Four-Wheel Drive Indicators If it illuminates when you are Equipped) driving, refuel as soon as Note: Some indicators will appear different...
Page 112 Instrument Cluster Parking Lamps Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator It illuminates when you switch the parking lamps on. Flashes during operation. If it does not illuminate when you E138639 switch the ignition on, or remains Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced on when the engine is running, this Power/Electronic Throttle Control indicates a malfunction.
Page 113: Audible Warnings And Indicators
Instrument Cluster Headlamps On Warning During refueling, it is possible for you to pump Sounds when you remove the key from the water-contaminated diesel fuel ignition and open the driver's door and you into your fuel tank. Your vehicle’s fuel have left the headlamps or parking lamps system is equipped with a fuel filter and water separator to remove water from the...
Page 114: Information Displays
Information Displays Information Display Controls GENERAL INFORMATION (Type 1 and 2) WARNING Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road.
Page 115 Information Displays Trip 1 & 2 Note: Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following trip options. Trip 1 & 2 Digital Speed - Press OK for km/h Trip Odometer Trip Timer Average Fuel • Digital Speed - Shows a digital display of your vehicle speed. •...
Page 116 Information Displays Fuel Economy Average Speed Auto StartStop • Distance to E - Shows the approximate distance your vehicle can travel before running out of fuel. • Instant Fuel Economy - Shows your instantaneous fuel usage. • Average Fuel Economy - Shows the average fuel usage based on time. Press and hold OK to reset this value.
Page 117 Information Displays Settings Settings Vehicle Auto Regen DTE Calculate Lighting Locks Neutral Tow Oil Life Reset Remote Start Wiper Controls MyKey MyKey Status Create MyKey 911 Assist Do Not Disturb AdvanceTrac Max Speed Speed Minder Vol. Limiter Clear MyKeys Display Setup Units Temperature Tire Pressure...
Page 118 Information Displays Display Mode Note: Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following display options. Display Mode Distance to Empty DEF Status Exhaust Filter Status Tire Pressure Digital Speedometer - Press OK for km/h Engine Information Transmission Temp. • Distance to Empty - Shows the approximate distance your vehicle can travel before running out of fuel.
Page 119 Information Displays Trip/Fuel Average Speed Auto StartStop Trip 1 or 2 • Trip Timer - Registers the time of individual journeys. • DTE - Shows the approximate distance your vehicle can travel before running out of fuel. • Odometer - Registers the distance of individual journeys. •...
Page 120 Information Displays Towing Add Trailer Connection Conventional Checklist Fifth Wheel Gooseneck Off Road Note: Use the arrow buttons to configure different off road choices. Off Road Pitch, Steering Angle and Roll Power Distribution Settings Settings Auto Regen Blind Spot Cross Traffic Alert DTE Calcula- Choose your applicable setting.
Page 121 Information Displays Information Display Controls • Press the left arrow button to exit a (Type 3) menu. (If Equipped) • Press the OK button to choose and confirm a setting or messages. Main menu You can access the menus using the information display control.
Page 122 Information Displays Trip/Fuel Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following trip and fuel options. E176095 Trip/Fuel Trip 1 or 2 Fuel Economy Fuel History Average Speed Navigation/Compass Select Your Setting Auto StartStop Trip 1 or 2 • Trip Timer - Registers the time of individual journeys. •...
Page 123 Information Displays Truck Info Gauge Choose your applicable setting. View Tire Pressure Digital Speedometer Diesel Exhaust Fluid Status Diesel Exhaust Filter Status Engine Information Transmission Temperature • Gauge View - Shows the turbo boost or transmission temp value. • Tire Pressure - Shows the tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 395).
Page 124 Information Displays Towing Trailer Trailer Sway Control Setup Select trailer Change Trailer Settings Add Trailer Connec- Conventional tion Check- Fifth Wheel list Gooseneck Off Road Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following off road options. E176097 Off Road Pitch, Steering Angle, Roll, Elocker and 4X4 Power Distribution Settings...
Page 125: Information Messages
Information Displays Settings Active Braking Pre-Collision Cruise Choose your applicable setting. Control DTE Calcula- Choose your applicable setting. tion Gauge Selec- Choose your applicable setting. tion Lane Mode Keeping Alert Intensity System Advanced Vehicle Settings MyKey Display Setup INFORMATION MESSAGES Note: Depending on your vehicle options and instrument cluster type, not all of the messages will display or be available.
Page 126 Information Displays Active Park Message Action Active Park Fault The system requires service due to a malfunction. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Adaptive Cruise Control Message Action Adaptive Cruise A radar malfunction is preventing the adaptive cruise control Malfunction from engaging.
Page 127 Information Displays AdvanceTrac and Traction Control Message Action Service AdvanceTrac The system detects a condition that requires service. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. AdvanceTrac Off The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it off. AdvanceTrac On The status of the AdvanceTrac system after you switched it AdvanceTrac SPORT The status of the AdvanceTrac sport mode after you switched...
Page 128 Information Displays Battery and Charging System Message Action Check Charging System The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible. Low Battery Features The battery management system detects an extended low- Temporarily Turned Off voltage condition.
Page 129 Information Displays Message Action Cross Traffic Not Avail- The blind spot information system and cross traffic alert able Sensor Blocked See system sensors are blocked. See Blind Spot Information Manual System (page 252). Cross Traffic System A fault with the system has occurred. Contact an authorized Fault dealer as soon as possible.
Page 130 Information Displays Driver Alert Message Action Driver Alert Warning Rest Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so. Driver Alert Warning Rest Take a rest soon. Suggested Drivetrain Message Action To Engage Locking The electronic locking differential requests a certain speed Differential Slow to XX requirement to engage.
Page 131 Information Displays Fuel Message Action Fuel Level Low An early reminder of a low fuel condition. Check Fuel Fill Inlet The fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Keys and Intelligent Access Message Action To START Press Brake A reminder to press the brake while starting the vehicle. No Key Detected The system does not detect a key in your vehicle.
Page 132 Information Displays Lane Keeping System Message Action Lane Keeping Sys. The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer Malfunction Service as soon as possible. Required Front Camera Tempor- The system has detected a condition that has caused the arily Not Available system to be temporarily unavailable.
Page 133 Information Displays MyKey Message Action MyKey not Created You cannot program a MyKey. MyKey Active Drive MyKey is active. Safely Speed Limited to XX When switching on your vehicle and MyKey is in use, displays MPH/km/h that the MyKey speed limit is on. Near Vehicle Top Speed MyKey is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 81 mph (130 km/h).
Page 134 Information Displays Message Action Hill Descent Driver Resume Hill descent control mode is deactivated and you must Control resume control. Hill Descent Control Fault A hill descent system fault is present. Hill Descent Control Off System The hill descent system is cooling due to overuse. Cooling Hill Descent Control Ready The hill descent control system is ready.
Page 135 Information Displays Message Action Park Brake Maintenance The electric park brake system has been put into a special Mode mode that is used to allow service of the rear brakes. Contact an authorized dealer. Park Brake Limited The electric park brake system has detected a condition that Function Service requires service.
Page 136 Information Displays Message Action Pro Trailer Backup Assist Slow vehicle speed. Vehicle is approaching the exit Reduce Speed Turn Knob to speed for the Pro Trailer Backup Assist feature. Steer Press Knob to Exit Pro Trailer Backup Assist Conditions for Pro Trailer Backup Assist operation are System is Not Available not met.
Page 137 Information Displays Seats Message Action Memory Recall Not A reminder that memory seats are not available while driving. Permitted While Driving Memory {0} Saved Shows where you have saved your memory setting. Side-Wind Message Action Side-Wind Stabilization This message displays when the side-wind system turns on Active in response to strong wind conditions.
Page 138 Information Displays Tire Pressure Monitoring System Message Action Tire Pressure Low One or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure. See Tire Pressure Monitoring System (page 395). Tire Pressure Monitor The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the Fault warning stays on or continues to come on, contact an authorized dealer.
Page 139 Information Displays Message Action Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault There is a fault with your trailer turn lamp. Check your Check Lamps lamp. Trailer Battery Not Charging See There is a fault with your trailer battery. See Towing Manual a Trailer (page 276). Trailer Lighting Module Fault There is a fault with your vehicle trailer lighting module.
Page 140: Climate Control
Climate Control MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL (If Equipped) E217932 Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Heated seats: Press to switch the heated seats on and off. See Heated Seats (page 152). Power: Press to switch the system on and off. When the system is off, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
Page 141 Climate Control Note: Recirculated air may turn off (or prevent you from switching on) in all air flow modes except MAX A/C to reduce the risk of fogging. Recirculation may also turn on and off in Panel or Panel/Floor air flow modes during hot weather in order to improve cooling efficiency.
Page 142: Automatic Climate Control
Climate Control AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (If Equipped) E248538 AUTO: Press to switch on automatic operation. Adjust to select the desired temperature. Fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and outside or recirculated air adjust to heat or cool the vehicle to maintain the desired temperature.
Page 143: Hints On Controlling The Interior Climate
Climate Control Recirculated air: Press to switch between outside air and recirculated air. The air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle. Note: Recirculated air may turn off (or prevent you from switching on) in all air flow modes except MAX A/C to reduce the risk of fogging.
Page 144 Climate Control Note: Do not place objects under the front Automatic Climate Control seats as this may interfere with the airflow Note: Adjusting the settings when your to the rear seats. vehicle interior is extremely hot or cold is Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from not necessary.
Page 145 Climate Control Recommended Settings for Heating Manual climate control Automatic climate control Adjust the fan speed to the center Press AUTO. setting. Adjust the temperature control to the Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings. desired setting.
Page 146: Heated Windows And Mirrors
Climate Control Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather Manual climate control Automatic climate control Direct air to the windshield using the air Press the defrost button. distribution buttons. Press A/C. Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a starting point, then adjust the setting as necessary.
Page 147: Remote Start
Climate Control You can locate the cabin air filter behind In moderate weather, the system either the glove box. heats or cools (based on previous settings). The rear defroster, heated Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter mirrors and heated or cooled seats do not installed at all times.
Page 148: Seats
Seats We recommend that you follow these SITTING IN THE CORRECT guidelines: POSITION • Sit in an upright position with the base of your spine as far back as possible. WARNINGS • Do not recline the seatback more than Sitting improperly, out of position or 30 degrees.
Page 149 Seats Rear Seat Center Head Restraint WARNINGS Install the head restraint properly to help minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash. Note: Adjust the seatback to an upright driving position before adjusting the head restraint. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of your head and as far forward as possible.
Page 150: Manual Seats
Seats Note: For rear seat outboard seats, you can 2. Pivot the head restraint forward toward fold the head restraint forward for easier your head to the desired position. removal. After the head restraint reaches the forward-most tilt position, pivot it forward Installing the Head Restraint again to release it to the rearward, untilted Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves...
Page 151: Power Seats
Seats Recline Adjustment The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Turn the control to adjust your support. POWER SEATS (If Equipped) WARNINGS Do not adjust the driver seat or seat backrest when your vehicle is moving.
Page 152 Seats E176038 Note: The engine must be running or the Power Lumbar vehicle must be in accessory mode to (If Equipped) activate the seats. Note: Allow a few seconds for any selection to activate. When the seatback and cushion are both active, the massage will alternate between zones E176039 Multi-Contour Front Seats With...
Page 153: Memory Function
Seats Massage mode Lumbar and bolster mode Back massage intensity Upper lumbar adjustment Massage intensity decrease Lumbar decrease and off Cushion massage intensity Lower lumbar adjustment Massage intensity increase Lumbar increase On and off The massage feature defaults to an MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped) alternating massage mode with back...
Page 154 Seats You can also recall a preset memory position by: • Pressing the unlock button on your intelligent access key fob if you linked it to a preset position. • Unlocking the intelligent driver door handle if a linked key fob is present. Note: Using a linked key fob to recall your memory position when the ignition is off moves the seat and steering column to the...
Page 155: Rear Seats
Seats REAR SEATS (If Equipped) Folding Up the Rear Seat Cushion The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. You can flip each seat cushion up into a vertical storage position. E166704 Pull the control on the bottom of the seat cushion to release the seat cushion from the storage position.
Page 156: Climate Controlled Seats
Seats Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat. • Operate the heated seat if water or any other liquid spills on the seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. Note: The engine must be running to use this feature.
Page 157 Seats Ventilated Seats WARNING People who are unable to feel pain Note: The ventilated seats switch on during to their skin because of advanced a remote start if they are enabled through age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal the information displays. See General cord injury, medication, alcohol use, Information (page 111).
Page 158: Front Seat Armrest
Seats FRONT SEAT ARMREST REAR SEAT ARMREST (If Equipped) Equipped) E181222 Pull the strap located on the center E175382 seatback to access the armrest and Press the release control to move the front cupholders. seat armrest up or down. The cupholders are located inside the rear seat armrest.
Page 159: Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) HomeLink Wireless Control System WARNINGS Make sure that the garage door and security device are free from obstruction when you are programming. Do not program the system with the vehicle in the garage. Do not use the system with any garage door opener that does not have the safety stop and reverse E188211...
Page 160 Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) If the indicator light flashes rapidly, press and hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the "press/hold/release" sequence up to three times to complete the programming process. If your device still does not operate, you must program your garage door.
Page 161 Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) E188212 E188213 3. Press and hold the function button you Press and hold the outer two function want to program for 2 seconds, then buttons simultaneously for release. Repeat this step. Depending approximately 10 seconds until the on your brand of garage door opener, indicator light above the buttons you may need to repeat this sequence...
Page 162 Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of 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...
Page 163: Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points 12 Volt DC Power Point Locations Note: Timed power points remain on for 30 WARNING minutes if the vehicle is in accessory mode. Do not plug optional electrical If you switch the vehicle off, the timed accessories into the cigar lighter power points remain on for 75 minutes.
Page 164 Auxiliary Power Points Do not use the power point for certain electric devices, including: • Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions. • Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric power tools or compressor-driven refrigerators. • Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical equipment or measuring equipment.
Page 165: Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments CENTER CONSOLE (If Equipped) Stow items in the cup holder carefully as items may become loose during hard braking, acceleration or crashes, including hot drinks which may spill. In vehicles with a 40-20-40 split-bench seat, the cup holders are inside of the folding console.
Page 166: Overhead Console
Storage Compartments OVERHEAD CONSOLE (If Equipped) E224959 Press near the rear edge of the door to open it. F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 167: Starting And Stopping The Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine GENERAL INFORMATION IGNITION SWITCH (If Equipped) WARNINGS Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle or drive your vehicle on dry grass or other dry ground cover.
Page 168: Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start
Starting and Stopping the Engine Note: A valid key must be located inside STEERING WHEEL LOCK - your vehicle to switch the ignition on and VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH start the engine. BUTTON START (If Equipped) Ignition Modes WARNING Always check that the steering is unlocked before attempting to move your vehicle.
Page 169: Starting A Gasoline Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine Unlocking the Steering Wheel • Move the transmission selector lever to position P. The steering wheel unlocks when the • Turn the ignition key to on. If your system detects a valid passive key inside vehicle is equipped with a keyless your vehicle.
Page 170 Starting and Stopping the Engine Type One 2. If your vehicle is equipped with Type Two, make sure the buttons are facing the rear of the vehicle and the key ring up. Place the key into the backup slot. 3. With the key in this position, press the brake pedal, and then the button to switch on the engine.
Page 171 Starting and Stopping the Engine Automatic Engine Shutdown Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary If your vehicle is equipped with a keyless ignition, it has a feature that automatically Vehicles with an Ignition Key shuts down the engine if it has been idling Move the transmission selector lever for an extended period.
Page 172: Starting A Diesel Engine
Starting and Stopping the Engine 3. Apply the parking brake. For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), the use of the correct grade engine oil is Vehicles with Keyless Start essential for proper operation. Refer to Engine oil specifications for more Move the transmission selector lever information.
Page 173 Starting and Stopping the Engine • Eight glow plugs (one per cylinder) WARNINGS • Glow Plug Control Module Do not mix diesel with gasoline, gasohol or alcohol. This could cause • Engine Coolant Temperature sensor an explosion. • Barometric pressure sensor •...
Page 174 Starting and Stopping the Engine Changing to a lighter grade engine oil also cleaner cover and the pleated paper filter, makes starting easier under these leaving the foam filter in and remove any conditions. Refer to Engine oil snow or ice. Make sure you install the foam specifications.
Page 175 Starting and Stopping the Engine • At temperatures of -9°F (-23°C) or The use of the factory engine block heater below, it is recommended that you use assists in engine starting in extreme cold an engine block heater to improve cold ambient temperatures See Engine Block engine starting.
Page 176: Diesel Particulate Filter
Starting and Stopping the Engine Operation in Standing Water Note: Changes in the engine or exhaust sound may be heard during the regeneration Ingestion of water into the diesel engine process. can result in immediate and severe The diesel particulate filter on your vehicle damage to the engine.
Page 177: Engine Block Heater
Starting and Stopping the Engine temperatures, and be clearly marked ENGINE BLOCK HEATER Suitable for Use with Outdoor Equipped) Appliances. Do not use an indoor extension cord outdoors. This could result in an electric shock or become a WARNINGS fire hazard. Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property •...
Page 178: Unique Driving Characteristics
Unique Driving Characteristics The Auto-Start-Stop system status is AUTO-START-STOP (If Equipped) available at a glance within the information display. See Information Displays (page The system helps reduce fuel consumption 111). by automatically stopping and restarting the engine when your vehicle has stopped. Enabling Auto-Start-Stop The engine restarts automatically when you release the brake pedal.
Page 179 Unique Driving Characteristics • Hill descent control is not active. • When you press the Auto-Start-Stop button with the engine automatically • You have not selected Tow haul, Sport, stopped. Sand, Mud/Rut or Baja modes. (if equipped). • The front defroster is turned to the Max setting.
Page 180 Unique Driving Characteristics If your vehicle is in an engine off Auto-Start-Stop, shifting from drive (D) to neutral (N) will not cause a restart while the brake pedal is not pressed, the message Auto-Start-Stop Press Brake to Start Engine will appear. You must press the brake pedal within 60 seconds or a shift to park (P) and a manual restart will be required.
Page 181: Fuel And Refueling
Fuel and Refueling • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling fuel SAFETY PRECAUTIONS vapor can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, WARNINGS excessive or prolonged breathing of Do not overfill the fuel tank. The fuel vapor can cause serious illness and pressure in an overfilled tank may permanent injury.
Page 182 (available as a dealer order option for select markets) or an ultra low sulfur diesel fuel configured engine that has been retrofitted for high-sulfur diesel fuel using Ford Motor Company dealer service parts. F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 183 Fuel and Refueling Note: Do not use home heating oil, SAE 5W-40 or SAE 15W-40 oil is agricultural fuel, raw fats and oils, waste recommended for fuels with greater than cooking greases, biodiesel greater than 20% 5% biodiesel (B5). Refer to the Special or any diesel not intended for highway use.
Page 184: Fuel Quality - E85
Ford specifications in your fuel. the vehicle Warranty. Note: Use of any fuel other than those FUEL QUALITY - E85...
Page 185: Fuel Quality - Gasoline
Fuel and Refueling Do not be concerned if the engine For best overall vehicle and engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the performance, premium fuel with an octane engine knocks heavily while using fuel with rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The the recommended octane rating, contact performance gained by using premium fuel an authorized dealer to prevent any engine...
Page 186: Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular Cab
Fuel and Refueling Use the following guidelines to avoid FUEL FILLER FUNNEL electrostatic charge build-up, which can LOCATION - REGULAR CAB produce a spark, when filling an ungrounded fuel container: The fuel filler funnel is behind the • Only use an approved fuel container to right-hand front seat.
Page 187: Refueling
Fuel and Refueling 2. Fully insert the fuel filler funnel into the WARNINGS fuel filler inlet. The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler inlet, do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury.
Page 188 Fuel and Refueling E206911 Left-hand side. To open the fuel filler door, press the center rear E139202 edge of the fuel filler door and Note: When you insert the correct size fuel then release. pump nozzle a spring loaded inhibitor opens. Right-hand side.
Page 189: Fuel Consumption
Fuel and Refueling 6. Fully insert a fuel pump nozzle or the fuel filler funnel provided with your vehicle into the fuel filler inlet. This action should dislodge any debris that may be preventing the fuel filler inlet from fully closing. Fully close the fuel filler door.
Page 190 Fuel and Refueling Calculating Fuel Economy • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures. Do not measure fuel economy during the • Fuel economy may decrease when first 1,000 mi (1,600 km) of driving (this is driving short distances. your engine’s break-in period). A more •...
Page 191: Engine Emission Control
Engine Emission Control Tampering With a Noise Control EMISSION LAW System WARNING Federal laws prohibit the following acts: Do not remove or alter the original • Removal or rendering inoperative by equipment floor covering or any person other than for purposes of insulation between it and the metal maintenance.
Page 192: Catalytic Converter
Use special care when If you use anything other than Ford, working around the catalytic converter. Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts for The catalytic converter heats up to a very...
Page 193 Engine Emission Control Illumination of the service engine soon Your vehicle has run out of fuel—the indicator, charging system warning light or engine may misfire or run poorly. the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the strange odors, smoke or loss of engine fuel—the engine may misfire or run power could indicate that the emission...
Page 194: Selective Catalytic Reductant System
Engine Emission Control Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if SELECTIVE CATALYTIC the service engine soon indicator is on or REDUCTANT SYSTEM not working properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined Your vehicle may have a selective catalytic that some of the emission control systems reduction system.
Page 195 Engine Emission Control WARNINGS Only refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank in a well ventilated area. When you remove the diesel exhaust fluid tank filler cap or a diesel exhaust fluid container cap, ammonia vapors may escape. Ammonia vapors can be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Page 196 Engine Emission Control Diesel Exhaust Fluid Warning 2. Remove the diesel exhaust fluid tank Messages and Vehicle Operations filler cap. 3. Insert the spout in to the filler neck until WARNINGS the seal on the spout seats on to the Diesel exhaust fluid must be refilled filler neck.
Page 197 Engine Emission Control Continued driving without refilling results • Avoid spilling diesel exhaust fluid on in the following actions as required by the painted surfaces, carpeting or plastic California Air Resources Board (CARB) and components. Immediately wipe away the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency any diesel exhaust fluid that has spilled (EPA): with a damp cloth and water.
Page 198: Diesel Particulate Filter
Engine Emission Control Typical Diesel Exhaust Fluid Usage Note: For vehicle speed limiting or idle-only When Using the Power Take Off (PTO) condition, normal vehicle operation resumes when you repair the contaminated system. To service a contaminated or inoperative Continuous PTO use—Minimal PTO use system, see an authorized dealer.
Page 199 Engine Emission Control If your journeys meet one of the following Your vehicle has a diesel particulate filter. conditions: The diesel particulate filter is an inline filter in the exhaust system that reduces carbon • You drive only short distances. emissions by trapping exhaust particles •...
Page 200 Engine Emission Control Passive Regeneration shows a cleaning exhaust filter message, which is the normal regeneration process. In passive regeneration, the exhaust You can also choose operator commanded system temperature and constituents regeneration to clean the exhaust system automatically clean the filter by oxidizing at this point.
Page 201 Engine Emission Control Operator Commanded Regeneration How to Start Operator Commanded Precautions and Safe Exhaust Position Regeneration WARNINGS WARNING Do not park or idle your vehicle over Stay clear of the exhaust tailpipe dry leaves, dry grass or other during regeneration. Hot exhaust combustible materials.
Page 202 Engine Emission Control If the diesel particulate filter is near or at Operator Commanded Regeneration saturation, a message requesting with Automatic Regeneration Control permission to initiate filter cleaning (If Equipped) appears in the information display. See If your vehicle is operated with significant Information Messages (page 122).
Page 203 Engine Emission Control Filter Service and Maintenance Over time, a slight amount of ash builds up in the diesel particulate filter, which is not removed during the regeneration process. The filter may need to be removed for ash cleaning at approximately 120,000 mi (190,000 km) or it may need to be replaced with a new or remanufactured part.
Page 204: Transmission
Transmission Column shifter AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNINGS Always fully apply the parking brake and make sure you shift into park (P). Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death. Do not use tow/haul or engine braking when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and your vehicle to swing around with the possible...
Page 205 Transmission Drive (D) Tow Mode Drive (D) is the normal driving position for To activate tow mode, press the the best fuel economy, and allows button on the gearshift lever automatic upshifts and downshifts through until tow mode is selected. The E161509 all available gears.
Page 206 Transmission Understanding your SelectShift The sport mode feature: Automatic Transmission • Provides additional grade (engine) (If Equipped) braking and extends lower gear Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShift operation to enhance performance for Automatic transmission gearshift lever. uphill climbs, hilly terrain or The SelectShift Automatic transmission mountainous areas.
Page 207 Transmission Upshift to the recommended shift speeds according to the following chart: E192285 6-speed Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 – 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 2 – 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 – 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 4 –...
Page 208 Transmission Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 7 – 8 48 mph (77 km/h) 8 – 9 52 mph (84 km/h) 9 – 10 60 mph (97 km/h) WARNINGS Progressive Range Selection Do not drive your vehicle until you Progressive Range Selection gives you the verify that the stoplamps are ability to lockout gears from the automatic...
Page 209 Transmission 4. Place fingers into gearshift lever boot Perform Steps 4 through 8 in reverse order, hole and pull top half of shroud up and making sure to engage the hinge pivots forward to separate it from the lower between the upper and lower halves of the half of the shroud.
Page 210 Transmission 4. Apply the brake pedal. Using light finger pressure move the white lever forward while pulling the gearshift lever out of the park (P) position and into the neutral (N) position. 5. Install the access panel and rubber mat. 6.
Page 211: Four-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 4X4 Auto USING FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE Continuously illuminates when Note: For important information regarding 4A is selected (2-Speed safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Automatic 4WD vehicles only). E181781 General Information in the Wheels and Tires chapter.
Page 212 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 4H (4X4 HIGH) 2. Place the transmission in neutral (N). 3. Move the 4WD control to the desired Provides mechanically locked four-wheel position. drive power to both the front and rear wheels for use in off-road or winter The information display will display a conditions such as deep snow, sand or message indicating a 4X4 shift is in...
Page 213 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) sand, steep grades, or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4X4 low) will not engage while your vehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h); this is normal and should be no reason for concern. Refer to Shifting to or from 4L (4X4 low) for proper operation.
Page 214 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) If Shift Delayed Pull Forward displays in You should either know the terrain or the information display, a transfer case examine maps of the area before driving. gear tooth blockage is present. To alleviate Map out your route before driving in the this condition, place the transmission in a area.
Page 215 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) The transfer case supplies power to all four It may be less risky to strike small objects, wheels. On four-wheel drive vehicles, the such as freeway reflectors, with minor transfer case allows you to select different damage to your vehicle rather than 4WD modes when necessary.
Page 216 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Avoid driving at excessive speeds, this Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain causes vehicle momentum to work against Although natural obstacles may make it you and your vehicle could become stuck necessary to travel diagonally up or down to the point that assistance may be a hill or steep incline, you should always required from another vehicle.
Page 217 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Descend a hill in the same gear you would Avoid sudden braking. Although a use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive four-wheel drive vehicle may accelerate brake application and brake overheating. better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in Do not descend in neutral.
Page 218 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) WARNINGS Always fully apply the parking brake. Make sure you shift into park (P) for vehicles with an automatic transmission. Switch the ignition off and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. On some four-wheel drive vehicles, when the transfer case is in the neutral (N) position, the engine and transmission disconnect from the rest of the driveline.
Page 219: Rear Axle
Rear Axle • In 4L (4X4 low), the electronic locking ELECTRONIC LOCKING differential will automatically DIFFERENTIAL (If Equipped) disengage at speeds above 62 mph (100 km/h) and will automatically Note: The electronic locking differential is reengage at speeds below 56 mph for off-road use only and is not for use on (90 km/h).
Page 220 • The system has malfunctioned and is accompanied by a message in the information display. See your authorized Ford dealer for assistance. • The vehicle is experiencing an anti-lock brake activation. F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 201705, First Printing...
Page 221: Brakes
Brakes Emergency Brake Assist GENERAL INFORMATION Emergency brake assist detects when you Note: Occasional brake noise is normal. If brake heavily by measuring the rate at a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or which you press the brake pedal. It continuous squeal sound is present, the provides maximum braking efficiency as brake linings may be worn-out and an long as you press the pedal.
Page 222: Electric Parking Brake
Brakes The brake system warning lamp on the ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE instrument cluster flashes for about two seconds and then illuminates to confirm WARNING that you have applied the electric parking Always fully apply the parking brake brake. See Information Displays (page and make sure you shift into park (P).
Page 223 Brakes Pull up and hold the electric parking brake Automatic Release - Drive Away switch while the vehicle is moving to slow Release your vehicle. The rear brake lights turn on, WARNING a warning lamp illuminates and a warning tone sounds. The vehicle will continue to If the brake system warning light come to a stop as long as you pull the remains illuminated or flashes for...
Page 224: Hill Start Assist
Brakes 3. Press the accelerator pedal until you When the system is active, your vehicle feel that the engine has developed remains stationary on the slope for two to enough power to move the vehicle, three seconds after you release the brake then release the electric parking brake pedal.
Page 225 Brakes Switching the System On and Off Vehicles with Manual Transmission You can switch this feature on or off in the information display. The system remembers the last setting when you start your vehicle. Vehicles with Automatic Transmission You cannot turn the system on or off. When you switch the ignition on, the system automatically turns on.
Page 226: Traction Control
Traction Control Switching the System Off PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time.
Page 227: Stability Control
Stability Control If the stability control or traction control PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION system detects a fault, the following may occur: WARNINGS • The stability and traction control light Vehicle modifications involving illuminates steadily. braking system, aftermarket roof • The stability control and traction racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and wheel and tire size control systems do not enhance your...
Page 228: Using Stability Control
Stability Control Side-Wind Stabilization The system applies the brakes on one side of your vehicle to reduce the effect of a sudden side-wind gust on your vehicle's path. When the system turns on, the stability and traction control light flashes, and a message may appear in the information display.
Page 229 Stability Control AdvanceTrac with RSC Features Button func- Stability Roll stability Electronic Traction tions control OFF control stability control system light control Default at start- Illuminated Enabled Enabled Enabled during bulb check Button pressed Illuminated Enabled Enabled Disabled momentarily Button pressed Illuminated Enabled Disabled...
Page 230: Hill Descent Control
Hill Descent Control (If Equipped) To increase descent speed, press the PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION accelerator pedal until you reach the speed you desire. To decrease descent speed, WARNINGS press the brake pedal until you reach the Hill descent control cannot control speed you desire.
Page 231: Parking Aids
Parking Aids Note: When a trailer is connected to the PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION vehicle, the rear parking aid may detect the trailer and therefore provide warnings. It is WARNINGS suggested that you disable the system when To help avoid personal injury, always a trailer is connected to the vehicle to use caution when in reverse (R) and prevent these warnings.
Page 232: Active Park Assist
Parking Aids ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (If Equipped) Parallel Parking Assist WARNINGS You must remain in your vehicle when the system turns on. At all times, you are responsible for controlling your vehicle, supervising the system and intervening, if required. Failure to take care may result in the loss of control of your vehicle, serious personal E231381...
Page 233 Parking Aids The system may not correctly operate in Do not use the system if: any of the following conditions: • You have attached a foreign object • You use a spare tire or a tire close to the sensors on the front or rear significantly worn more than the other of your vehicle.
Page 234 Parking Aids E130107 Note: You can also switch the system on Note: The system always offers the last after you have already driven partially or parking space it detects. For example, if your completely past a parking space. Press the vehicle detects multiple spaces while you Active Park Assist button and the system are driving, it offers the last one.
Page 235 Parking Aids When you believe your vehicle is properly When the Active Park Assist maneuver is parked, or you hear a solid tone complete, the system displays a message accompanied by a display message, bring and a tone sounds. your vehicle to a complete stop. Note: You are responsible for checking your parked vehicle and making any necessary corrections before leaving your vehicle.
Page 236: Rear View Camera
Parking Aids Symptom Possible Cause You have incorrectly installed or maintained the tires. For example, not inflated correctly, improper size, or of different sizes. A repair or alteration changes the detection capabilities. A parked vehicle has a high attachment. For example, a salt sprayer, snowplow or moving truck bed.
Page 237 Parking Aids Using the Rear View Camera The camera may not operate correctly System under the following conditions: • Nighttime or dark areas if the reverse The rear view camera system displays lamps are not operating. what is behind your vehicle when you place •...
Page 238 Parking Aids The fixed and active guidelines fade in and out depending on the steering wheel position. The active guidelines do not show when the steering wheel position is straight. Always use caution while reversing. Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are farther away.
Page 239: 360 Degree Camera
Parking Aids Manual Zoom WARNINGS Objects that are close to either WARNING corner of the bumper or under the When manual zoom is on, the full bumper, might not be seen on the area behind your vehicle may not screen due to the limited coverage of the show.
Page 240 Parking Aids Camera Views Keep Out Zone The small vehicle icon displayed on the top left corner of the image illustrates the camera view being displayed. Camera views are laid out in the order the screens will appear once the button is pressed. Note: The front video image will be disabled when your vehicle is in motion at low speed, except when in reverse (R).
Page 241 Parking Aids To use the front video camera system, place the transmission in any gear except reverse (R) and press the small icon in the corner of the screen. Note: The front camera system will automatically switch on when you are in mud/sand, rock crawl, or Baja mode and your speed is less than 15 mph (24 km/h) (F150 Raptor only).
Page 242: Cruise Control
Cruise Control (If Equipped) The indicator appears in the PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION information display. E71340 Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the Setting the Cruise Speed accelerator pedal. You can use cruise control when your vehicle speed is greater Drive to desired speed.
Page 243: Using Adaptive Cruise Control
Cruise Control (If Equipped) USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE WARNINGS Adaptive cruise control is not a crash CONTROL (If Equipped) warning or avoidance system. WARNINGS Do not use adaptive cruise control with a snow plow blade installed. Always pay close attention to changing road conditions when using adaptive cruise control.
Page 244 Cruise Control (If Equipped) 2. Keep the brake pedal fully pressed. 3. Press RES+. 4. The set speed adjusts to 20 mph (30 km/h). 5. A green indicator light, the current gap setting and your set speed appear in the information display. Following a Vehicle WARNINGS E183738...
Page 245 Cruise Control (If Equipped) Your vehicle maintains a consistent gap from the vehicle ahead until: • The vehicle in front of you accelerates to a speed above the set speed. • The vehicle in front of you moves out of the lane you are in. •...
Page 246 Cruise Control (If Equipped) Overriding the Set Speed Press RES+. Your vehicle speed returns to the previously set speed and gap setting. WARNING The set speed displays continuously in the information display when the system is If you override the system by pressing active.
Page 247 Cruise Control (If Equipped) Detection Issues Detection issues can occur: When driving on a different line WARNING than the vehicle in front. On rare occasions, detection issues With vehicles that edge into your can occur due to the road lane. infrastructures, for example bridges, tunnels and safety barriers.
Page 248 Cruise Control (If Equipped) Blocked Sensor Note: You cannot see the radar sensor. It is behind a fascia panel. A message displays if something obstructs the radar signals from the sensor. The sensor is in the lower grille. The system cannot detect a vehicle ahead and does not function when something blocks the sensor.
Page 249 Cruise Control (If Equipped) Switching to Normal Cruise Control WARNING Normal cruise control will not brake when your vehicle is approaching slower vehicles. Always be aware of which mode you have selected and apply the brakes when necessary. You can change from adaptive cruise control to normal cruise control through the information display.
Page 250: Driving Aids
Driving Aids Note: If the camera is blocked or if the DRIVER ALERT (If Equipped) windshield is damaged, the system may not function. WARNINGS Note: The system remembers the last The system is designed to aid the setting when you start your vehicle, unless driver.
Page 251: Lane Keeping System
Driving Aids The warning system is in two stages. At WARNINGS first the system issues a temporary warning The system will not operate if the that you need to take a rest. This message sensor cannot track the road lane will only appear for a short time.
Page 252 Driving Aids The system notifies you to stay in your lane Alert Only through the steering system and the instrument cluster display when the front camera detects an unintentional drift out of your lane is likely to occur. The system automatically detects and tracks the road lane markings using a camera mounted behind the interior rear view mirror.
Page 253 Driving Aids Alert + Aid Mode When you switch off the system, the lane marking graphics do not display. Note: The overhead vehicle graphic may still be displayed if adaptive cruise control is enabled. While the system is on, the color of the lane markings change to indicate the system status.
Page 254 Driving Aids Troubleshooting Why is the feature not available (line markings are gray) when I can see the lane markings on the road? Vehicle speed is outside the operational range of the feature Sun is shining directly into the camera lens Quick intentional lane change Staying too close to the lane marking Driving at high speeds in curves...
Page 255: Blind Spot Information System
Driving Aids Why does the vehicle not come back into the middle of the lane always, as expected, in the Aid or Aid + Alert mode? Heavy uneven loading of the vehicle or improper tire inflation pressure If the tires have been exchanged (including snow tires), or the suspension has been modified Vehicle accessories such as snow plows or trailers The system aids you in detecting vehicles...
Page 256 Driving Aids For manual transmissions, the Blind Spot System Sensor Blockage Information System is on for all gears except the reverse (R). Note: For automatic transmissions, the Blind Spot Information System does not function in reverse (R) or park (P). Note: The extended blind spot zone is active at speeds above 30 mph (48 km/h).
Page 257 Driving Aids A "blocked" condition can be cleared in When a trailer is attached and the two ways: customer has set up a Blind Spot Trailer, the Blind Spot Information System with • After the blockage in front of the Trailer Tow becomes active when driving sensors is removed or the forward above 6 mph (10 km/h).
Page 258 Driving Aids • Do you want to set up BLIS with trailer If you do not set up a Blind Spot Trailer, a screen? warning appears in the instrument cluster when a trailer is connected stating that the If no, the Blind Spot Information System system has been turned off due to a trailer turns off.
Page 259: Cross Traffic Alert
Driving Aids Switching the System Off and On Trailer Considerations The Blind Spot Information System with You can temporarily switch the Blind Spot Trailer Tow is designed to work with any Information System off in the information trailer whose front width is 8.5 ft (2.6 m) display.
Page 260 Driving Aids Using the System Cross Traffic Alert is designed to detect vehicles that approach with a speed up to Cross Traffic Alert turns on when you start 37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases the engine and you shift into reverse (R). when the sensors are partially, mostly or Once shifted out of reverse (R), Cross fully obstructed.
Page 261 Driving Aids E142441 The Cross Traffic Alert illuminates an Zone coverage also decreases when amber alert indicator in the outside mirror parking at shallow angles. Here, the left on the side of your vehicle the approaching sensor is mostly obstructed; zone coverage vehicle is coming from.
Page 262: Steering
Driving Aids The system uses radar sensors that are There may be certain instances when there located in the tail lamp on each side of is a false alert by the Cross Traffic Alert your vehicle. Do not allow mud, snow or system that illuminates the alert indicator bumper stickers to obstruct these areas, with no vehicle in the coverage zone.
Page 263: Pre-Collision Assist
Driving Aids Note: A high crown in the road or high WARNINGS crosswinds may also make the steering ignition off. After at least 10 seconds, seem to wander or pull. switch the ignition on and watch the information display for a steering system Adaptive Learning warning message.
Page 264 Driving Aids Alert WARNINGS 2. Brake Support The system may fail or operate with reduced function during cold and 3. Active Braking severe weather conditions. Snow, ice, rain, spray and fog can adversely affect the system. Keep the front camera and radar free of snow and ice.
Page 265 Driving Aids Distance Indication and Alert Distance Indication and Alert is a function that provides you with a graphical indication of the time gap in relation to other vehicles traveling in the same direction. E254791 If the time gap to a preceding vehicle is small, a red visual indication displays.
Page 266 Driving Aids Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist Blocked Sensors Settings You can adjust the Alert and Distance Alert sensitivity to one of three possible settings by using the information display control. See General Information (page 111). You can switch the Distance Indication and Alert function off using the information display controls.
Page 267 Driving Aids Cause Action Clean the grille surface in front of the radar The surface of the radar in the grille is dirty or remove the object causing the obstruc- or obstructed in some way. tion. Wait a short time. It may take several The surface of the radar in the grille is clean minutes for the radar to detect that there but the message remains in the display.
Page 268: Drive Control
Driving Aids Console Shifter DRIVE CONTROL Selectable Drive Modes The system delivers a driving experience through a suite of sophisticated electronic vehicle systems. These systems optimize steering, handling and powertrain response. This provides a single location to control multiple systems performance settings.
Page 269 Driving Aids Sport – Use for spirted and Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the aggressive off road driving selectable drive modes feature, the steering situations. Vehicle response feel will change when you select a new drive E176099 becomes tuned for max off road mode.
Page 270: Load Carrying
Load Carrying Secure cargo with up to 275 lb (1,223 N) LOAD RETAINING FIXTURES force applied between opposing box link Equipped) cleats, or up to 600 lb (2,669 N) force applied between diagonal box link cleats. BoxLink Cleats Removing Locking BoxLink Cleats These cleats attach to the inner box walls Insert the key into the lock and turn to help you to tie down cargo.
Page 271: Load Limit
Load Carrying 3. Turn the key counterclockwise to lock. Tire and Loading Label Information Example: 4. Remove the key. LOAD LIMIT Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer This section guides you in the proper loading of your vehicle, trailer, or both.
Page 272 Load Carrying Payload is the combined weight GAWR (Gross Axle Weight of cargo and passengers that your Rating) vehicle is carrying. The maximum GAWR is the maximum allowable payload for your vehicle appears weight that a single axle (front or on the Tire and Loading label.
Page 273 Load Carrying vehicle’s braking system is rated Safety Compliance Certification Label for operation at Gross Vehicle Example: Weight Rating, not at Gross Combined Weight Rating.) Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the Gross Combined Weight of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight...
Page 274 Load Carrying Steps for determining the Helpful examples for calculating correct load limit: the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity 1. Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants Suppose your vehicle has a and cargo should never exceed 1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo XXX kg or XXX lb."...
Page 275: Bed Access
Load Carrying - 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do BED ACCESS (If Equipped) not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In Box Side Step metric units, the calculation would Use the step for easier access to the be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99 vehicle bed.
Page 276: Bed Ramps
Load Carrying Stowing the Step Note: For loading and unloading equipment, your ramp should be set between 10° upward and 26° downward to avoid damage to the ramp claw and tailgate plate. Note: When using your vehicle for off-road operation, remove the bed ramps from the vehicle and store them in a safe location away from your vehicle.
Page 277 Load Carrying Note: You can use a smooth surface tool 6. Pull the location pin outward and to rotate the stops. extend the ramp until the pin is seated in the usage position, then set the ramp on even ground. Stowing the Bed Ramp Pick up the ramp.
Page 278 Load Carrying Installing the Ramp Holder E194387 Hook the top of the ramp holder over the mounting plate and rotate the ramp holder into position. E194388 2. Slide the ramp holder studs upwards into the installed position. 3. Tighten the ramp holder nut. Note: The nut should be on the upper stud.

Ford F-150 2018 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Environment

At a Glance

Child Safety

Seatbelts

Personal Safety System?

Supplementary Restraints System

Keys and Remote Controls

Mykey

Doors and Locks

Tailgate

Security

Power Running Boards

Steering Wheel

Pedals

Wipers and Washers

Lighting

Windows and Mirrors

Instrument Cluster

Information Displays

Climate Control

Seats

Universal Garage Door

Auxiliary Power Points

Storage Compartments

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Unique Driving Characteristics

Fuel and Refueling

Engine Emission Control

Transmission

Four-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Brakes

Traction Control

Stability Control

Hill Descent Control

Parking Aids

Cruise Control

Driving Aids

Load Carrying

Quick Links

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