Ford 2002 F-150 v.3- Manuals

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephonewithout exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you sho...

F150 SuperCrew, F150 5.4L Supercharged “Lightning” andHarley-Davidson F-150 Owners: Snowplowing Your vehicle is not recommended for snowplowing. Ford makes norepresentation as to the suitability of your vehicle for snowplowing, inparticular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat TetherAnchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based Tr...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Harley-Davidson instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one o...

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure thebulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Service engine soon Illuminates briefly to ensure thesystem is functional. If it comes onafter the engine is start...

Check fuel cap Illuminates when the fuel cap is notinstalled correctly. Check the fuelcap for proper installation. Whenthe fuel filler cap is properlyre-installed, the light(s) will turn offafter a period of normal driving.Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, or amis-i...

malfunctioned and is disabled, however, the normal brake system willstill function unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated andparking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to fastenyour safety belts. For morei...

Low washer fluid (if equipped) Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low. Speed control (if equipped) Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen turned OFF using theTransmissi...

Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system in the Locks and Security chapter. Four wheel drive low (if equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is is engaged. If the lightcontinues to flash have the systemserviced. Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped) I...

Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery voltage. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal operating range, have thevehicle’s electrical system checkedas soon as possible. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in ...

AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is t...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and lefts...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequenc...

AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio and tape modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press theAM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control toselect from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in tape ...

Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle betweenlistening frequencies and clockmode while in radio mode. To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control and press the SEEKcontrol: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control and press theTUNE control: • t...

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold f...

Rewind The rewind control works in tapemode. To rewind in tape mode, press theREW control. Fast forward The fast forward control works intape mode. To fast forward in tape mode, pressthe FF control. In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the endof the tape is reached. Tape ...

Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. Speed sensitive volume (if equipped) With this feature, radio volume changes auto...

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station.3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio ...

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold the control to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold ...

Rewind The rewind control works in CDmode. • In CD mode, pressing the REWcontrol for less than threeseconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more thanthree seconds results in fast rewind. Fast forward The fast forward control works inCD mode. • In CD mode, pressing the controlfor les...

Mute mode Press the control to mute theplaying media. Press the controlagain to return to the playing media. Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audiosystem to receive stationidentification or program type fromRDS-equipped FM radio station. The Federal Communications Commission ...

AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio, tape and CD modes (ifequipped). AM/FM select in radio mode The AM/FM control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to toggle between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory presetstations. AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to s...

Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stationsare filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will startplaying. If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band...

Tune adjust for CD changer • Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs. • Press to select the ne...

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three secondsresults in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than threeseconds results in fast rewind. Fast forward The fast forward control works intape and CD modes (if equipped). • In the tape mode, tape directionwill automatically revers...

Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compression adjust. The effect of the feature varies with the music content. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode a...

Show • With RDS activated, press theRDS control until SHOW isdisplayed. • Use the SEL control to selectTYPE (the display shows theprogram type), NAME (thedisplay shows the call letters ofthe station) or NONE. HARLEY-DAVIDSON REAR SEAT CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The rear seat controls allow themiddle sea...

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Press the + control to increasevolume. Press the - control to decreasevolume. From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher thanthe current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off. Refer to Turning speakers on and off. TURNING THE SPEAKERS ON AND OFF ...

MODE SELECT Push the MODE control to togglebetween AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD orCD changer (if equipped). MEMORY PRESET CONTROL Push the MEMORY controlsuccessively to allow rear seatpassengers to scroll through the 6memory presets in AM, FM1 orFM2. Push the MEMORY control in CDchanger mode (if equipped)...

If your CD changer is located under the rear bench, the followinginstructions apply for loading discs: 1. The holders DO NOT pull out.Load the discs into the magazineslots (numbered 1 through 6 on thewindow) one at a time with labeledsurfaces upward. 2. Start with the bottom slotnumber 1. 3. Insert ...

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to theeyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. If sound skips: • You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs orthe disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the disc...

identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesivelabels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact yourdealer for further information. CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to12 hours of play in order to mainta...

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its “shado...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature. Mode selector control Controls the ...

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate controlsystem should be left in any position other than OFF position whenthe vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “brea...

• Do not put objects under the front seat which may interfere with theairflow to the rear seats (if equipped). • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield and underneath the hood). • Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects canblock...

Turning the EATC system off Press OFF. The outside temperaturefunction will continue to operateuntil the ignition is turned off. Automatic operation Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selectedtemperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. TheEATC system will ei...

To control the temperature, selectany temperature between 18°C(65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressingthe blue (cooler) or red (warmer)buttons. For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 16°C(60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continuemaximum cooling (disregarding the disp...

Manual override controls The manual override controls allowyou to determine where airflow isdirected. To return to full automaticcontrol, press AUTOMATIC. The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except FLOORand VENT. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIChas been sel...

• DEF - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If theoutside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the airconditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. • OFF-Outside air is shut out and t...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second position toturn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the he...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in the position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards youto turn foglamps on. The foglampindicator light will illuminate. Daytime ...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Remove screw from the lampassembly. 2. Disengage lamp assembly (it hasa snap fit) by pulling straightforward. 3. Remove bulb socket from theparking lamp assembly by turning itcounterclockwise. 4. Pull bulb straight out of socketand press in the new b...

Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs The tail/brake/turn signal andbackup lamp bulbs are located inthe tail lamp assembly, one justbelow the other. Follow the samesteps to replace either bulb: 1. If equipped, remove tail lampcovers. 2. Open the liftgate to expose thelamp assembly screw...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upwardfor fast intervals and downward forslow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the st...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compartment (...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: 1. Remove the storage clip from thedoor. 2. Place Velcro hook onto side ofaftermarket transmitter opposite ofactuator control. 3. Place the transmitter i...

Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped) Outside air temperature The outside temperature display iscontained in the overhead consoleunless the vehicle is equipped withan EATC system. Refer to Electric automatic temperature control in the Climate controls chapter. The temperature display ...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap. 2. Turn the ignition to the ONposition. 3. Press and hold the SELECTcontrol until VAR appears in thedisplay, then release. The displayshould show the current zonenumber. 4. Press the SELECT control untilt...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage notcovered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is locatedon the instrument panel. Do not plug optional...

• Cupholders • Coin holder slots • Compact disc changer (if equipped) • Rear audio controls • Power point Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The ove...

POWER REAR SLIDER WINDOW (IF EQUIPPED) • Press and hold the open arrowside of control to open window. • Press and hold the closed arrowside of control to close window. POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of therocker switc...

Power side view mirrors (if equipped) The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirroror R to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center posi...

Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P(Park) position. Press an...

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET ACCEL. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h ...

To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped). Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. ON OFF Driver Controls 89

To return to a previously set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle speed must beat or above 48 km/h (30 mph). It turns off when the speed contr...

Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriouslyhurt themselves. HOMELINK T UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER WITH TRAVELNOTE T (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink t Universal Transceiver, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitterswith a single b...

8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink t button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or otherrolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time tocomplete the programming. ...

2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Withoutreleasing the HomeLink t button, follow step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink t at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515 . Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your...

If the DEL button is inadvertently pressed or the time allotted (five seconds) has passed, the indicator light will flash amber and an “error”tone will sound. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post and rotate f...

TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each connector) pastthe head of the support screw.Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 5. Lift right sid...

2. Pull the rear corner assist loopsof the cover, outward, then upwardto release the tension. Lift up on therear edge of the cover to remove itfrom the rear rail. 3. Pull one side of the coveroutward and upward away from theside rail working from the rear tothe front. 4. Starting from the opposite s...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock y Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCK...

Childproof door locks (if equipped) When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the loc...

To open the tonneau cover from theinside, pull the “T” shaped handleand push up on the tonneau coverpanel. The handle is composed of amaterial that will glow for hours indarkness following brief exposure toambient light. The “T” shaped handle is located onthe tonneau cover panel. Keep vehicle doors ...

• lock all the vehicle doors without a key. • activate the personal alarm. Depending upon when your vehicle was manufactured, the remote entryfeatures may operate differently: • the remote entry features will only operate with the ignition in theLOCK position. Additionally, this system will disable ...

Power door lock disable feature This feature will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized entry. The UNLOCK function on the power door switch will not operate withthe ignition OFF and twenty seconds after the doors are closed andelectronically locked by the remote entry transmitter, key pad, or ...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the transmitter near thekey ring. DO NOT TAKE THEFRONT PART OF THETRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of newbattery in the same orientation.Refer to the diagram inside thetransmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back...

To program the transmitters yourself: • Place the key in the ignition andturn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)and cycle between 3 (OFF) and4(ON) eight times in rapidsuccession (within 10 seconds)with the eighth turn ending in the4 (ON) position. The doors willlock/unlock to confirm thatprogramming mode has ...

This system will disable the power door lock controls. These will notwork until the vehicle is disarmed. Programming your own personal entry code To program your own code: 1. Enter factory set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press 1/2 control within fiveseconds of step 1. 3. Enter you...

Anti-scan will be turned off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • the remote entry transmitter UNLOCK button is pressed. • the ignition is turned to the ON position. Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory set code or thepersonal c...

• When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash onceevery 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock y system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3seconds to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occu...

If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects fromtouching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key , but can cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If aproblem occurs, tur...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restrain...

Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place. • Pull the release lever handlelocated on the side of the seat upto move the seat back forward orbackward. • Push down the release lever (ifequipped) located...

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support controltoward the front of vehicle to movethe lumbar support forward formore direct support. Turn the lumbar support controltoward the rear of vehicle to movethe lum...

• Type B Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. • Type A • Type B Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control located on the sideof the seat to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated...

1. Pull control to release seatcushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until itlocks into vertical storage position. Returning the seat to seating position Always be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether theseat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudde...

2. Lift seatback up until it locks intovertical position. 3. Return the head restraint to its original position. If the head restraint is insertedbackwards, it may lock and not beremovable by using the releasebutton. If this happens use a stiffpiece of wire such as a paper clip,and insert the wire i...

Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to movethe armrest up or down. SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be ...

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on t...

2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front seats • Rear seats (if equipped) The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety belts have two types of locking ...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position with Regular Cab or SuperCab.SuperCrew models include the center seating position of the secondrow. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained i...

2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combinat...

Safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront outboard passenger seating positions. The Seat Integrated Restraints (SIR) seat is equipped with a bucklepretensioner. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this couldinterfere wit...

• Regular Cab/4–door SuperCrew • 4–door SuperCab (Bench seatsonly) Seating and Safety Restraints 132

To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the heightadjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked inplace. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the ...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36 700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be se...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety ...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE.) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2minutes.) • Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. 3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt thre...

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across thetorso. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All saf...

collision including information about the air bag system and impactseverity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in servicingthe vehicle and in helping to better understand real world collisions andfurther improve the safety of future vehicles. Important supplemental restraint system (SR...

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere...

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags)...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners) For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of byqualified personnel. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) An air bag ON/OFF swi...

If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bagswitch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford orLincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, alwaysremove the igniti...

The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seatingpositions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes. When you turn OFF yourair bag, you not only lose the protection of the air bag, you also mayreduce the effectiveness of your ...

• the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’sphysician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so thatthe driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. 2. Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because: • the vehicle has no r...

3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician: • poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys; and • makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deploymentgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag andexpe...

neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the childcloser to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder beltfit. Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle. Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or tow...

3. While holding the webbing to prevent it from retracting, route thewebbing through the child seat according to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle for that seating position untilyou hear and feel the buckl...

• F150 Regular Cab • F150 SuperCab • F150 SuperCrew • F150 SuperCrew with quad buckets Tether strap attachment 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. Seating and Safety Restraints 157

• Rear seats (SuperCrew only) If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properlyin the event of a collision. 5. Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seatingpositions section of this chapter for further instructions ...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without lockin...

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspe...

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine sta...

If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) This vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). A noisefrom the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation ...

With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled and normalbraking is still effective unless thebrake warning light also remainsilluminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lampilluminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.) Parking brake Apply the parking brake ...

Pull the release lever to release thebrake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle.To pr...

Extended use of other than the manufacturer’s specified size tires on aTraction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction ineffectiveness. This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal drivingand should not be noticeable to the driver. To reduce the risk of injury, never run the engine...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearsh...

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the eng...

(Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission controlswitch (TCS) on the end of thegearshift lever. The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) (the word OFF) on theend ...

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to(Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmissionto shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicle deceleratesto the proper speed. Force...

When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, you must: 1. Make sure the parking brake isfully set. 2. Depress the clutch pedal fully. 3. Put the gearshift lever in Neutral. 4. Turn the ignition to position 5(START) to start the engine, let theengine idle for a few seconds. 5. Depress the brak...

Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L 1 - 2 16 km/h (10 mph) 6 km/h (4 mph) 2 - 3 34 km/h (21 mph) 16 km/h (10 mph) 3 - 4 51 km/h (32 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph) 4 - D (Overdrive) 72 km/h (45 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) • 4.6L V8 ...

Parking your vehicle 1. Disengage the clutch, apply brakeand shift into Neutral. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. Turn the ignition key to position3 (OFF). 1 2 4 R 3 D 3 2 1 5 4 Driving 178

Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R(Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. Put the gearshift in N (Neutr...

Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition key to position2. • Push the release lever forwardand rotate the key towards youand remove. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in ...

3. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) ordepress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4L(4WD Low) and hold the shift leverin 4L (4WD Low) until the transfercase has fully engaged (up to 15seconds). 5. If ...

Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in theN (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) Positions of the electronic shift system 2H (2WD High) – Power to rear axl...

3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) or depressthe clutch (manual transmission). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4Hor 4L position. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and have op...

• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery byloose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of th...

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case. On 4WDvehicles, the transfer case allowsyou to select 4WD when necessary.Information on transfer caseoperation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfercase maintenance can be found in the Maintena...

Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, thevehicle may stall. Once throu...

Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest andother public and private lands by “treading lightly.” Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive stra...

If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not“pump” the brakes. Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn thesteering wheel i...

If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD for off-road use with tireslarger than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you should not usethese tires for highway driving. If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford MotorCompany, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could ca...

performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carryingcapability. For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommendsthat you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts(such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts notequivalent to the original factor...

to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to thecab), the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity(FARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reservecapacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e. restrict thenumber of o...

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I, II or III trailer provided the maximumtrailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listedfor your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, soyou cannot...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) SuperCab/Super Crew 4x2 w/automatic transmission 4.2L 3.55 4530 (10000) 2495 (5500) 4.6L 3.08 4530 (10000) 907 (2000) 4.6L 3.31 4763 (10500) 2676 (5900) 4.6L 3.55 5216 (11500) 3130 (6900)/ 2994 (6600) 5.4L 3.31 5443 (1200...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight - kg (lbs.) Regular Cab 4x4 w/manual transmission 4.2L 3.31 3265 (7200) 1179 (2600) 4.2L 3.55 3538 (7800) 1452 (3200) 4.6L 3.31 3265 (7200) 1134 (2500) 4.6L 3.55 3538 (7800) 1406 (3100) SuperCab 4x4 w/manual transmission 4.6L 3.3...

Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicleis higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To co...

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist intransmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission section in this chapter. • Anticipate ...

Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changedunless a leak is suspected or repair required. RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle be...

• All-terrain tires • Limited slip and optional axle ratio. Do not install a snowplow and plow with your vehicle until it has beendriven at least 800 km (500 miles). Installing the snowplow Removing the blocker beam without installing snowplowattachment hardware may affect air bag deployment in a cr...

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label. Removing snowplow Read the following instructions before removing a snowplow: • After removing a snowplow from the vehicle, ensure the vehicle’s fronttoe alignment and front ride height are within specification (reset ifrequired...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s foot well,by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switc...

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link ca...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 15A Audio 2 5A Powertrain Control Module(PCM), Cluster 3 20A Cigar Lighter, Data LinkConnector 4 5A Exterior Rear View Mirror Switch,Mirror turn Signal Relays 5 15A Speed Control Module...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. Always replace the cover ...

Spare tire information Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be used as a spare ora regular tire. The spare tire wheel may not match the road wheel, and isnot equipped with wheel trim. The wheel trim from the wheel/tire maybe used on the spare if the wheels match. If your vehicle is eq...

2. If equipped with a spare tire lock,attach the spare tire lock key (A) tothe jack handle (B). 3. Insert the jack handle into therear bumper opening. The handle will stop moving andforward resistance to turning will befelt when properly engaged. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwiseuntil tire is lowe...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. ...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)term...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a ...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the Ford dealerwhere your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed.However, you may also take your vehicle to another Ford ...

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action un...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMot...

Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADAONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Busi...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from yourdealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

• 5.4L Supercharged V8 engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do n...

• To clean, use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner(ZC-11–A). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Deluxe Leather CareKit (ZC-11–D), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solv...

CONDITIONING Bottles of King Ranch F-150 Leather Conditioner are available at theKing Ranch Saddle Shop. Visit the Web site at www.krsaddleshop.com , or telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you areunable to obtain King Ranch F-150 Leather Conditioner, use anotherpremium leather...

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the styl...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.2L V6 engine 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Power steering fluid res...

5.4L Supercharged V8 engine 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Air filter assembly 7. Intercooler coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Battery 10. Transmission fluid dipstick ...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specificati...

• 4.6L/5.4L engine 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. Maintenance and Specifications ...

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil ...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide forthe service ...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-coloredMotorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specificationESE...

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant andwater to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolantdegas system wit...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, notall coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Fordspecificatio...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine...

Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize enginedamage. When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be a...

When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions.Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce st...

Supercharged engines Your vehicle is designed to use“Premium” unleaded gasoline withan (R+M)/2 octane rating of 91 orhigher for optimum performance.The use of gasolines with loweroctane ratings may degrade performance. We do not recommend the useof gasolines labeled as “Premium” in high altitude are...

Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine...

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy. • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed(if equipped). • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fu...

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • Fir...

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Besure to put the cap back ...

4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Ifnecessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at bottom ofthe opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. Insta...

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubr...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers . Note: Do not start your engine with the air cle...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the gene...

Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs, they often weardifferently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotatethem as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice thatthe tires wear unevenly, have them checked. The following procedure applie...

Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speedrating, and...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluidand clutchfluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Fill to line or step(for clutch) onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremiumEngine Coolant(green-colored) or Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant(yello...

Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A orequivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A, for complete fill of8.8 inch and 9.75 inch Traction-Lok axles. 7 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) VC-4–A (US) orCXC-10(Canada) ESE-M97B44-A MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) VC-7–A WSS-M97B51-A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMot...

Dimension Body Style Regular Cab 4x2 Regular Cab 4x4 Super Cab 4x2 Super Cab 4x4 (3) Overallheight 1 846 mm(72.7 in)(SWB)1 838 mm(72.4 in)(LWB) 1 915 mm(75.4 in)(SWB)1 907 mm(75.1 in)(LWB) 1 849 mm(72.8 in)(SWB)1 841 mm(72.5 in)(LWB) 1 918 mm(75.5 in)(SWB)1 907 mm(75.1 in)(LWB) (4) Wheelbase 3 045 m...

1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identificationnum...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford ofCanada dealer. These quality accessories have been specificallyengineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom desi...

Engine block heaters Manual sliding rear window Power sliding rear window Remote start system Tire step Travel equipment Cargo cage (SuperCrew only) Bed mount bike carrier Bed tent Daytime running lights (DRL) Fog lights Hitch mount bike carrier Inside mirror with compass display Inside mirror with ...

Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Battery warmer/blanket Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers Bed mats Bedliners Cargo cover Cargo liner Chrome grill insert Diamond plate, bed rail caps Diamond plate, front box protector Diamond plate, splash guards Diamond plate, tool box Doo...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................167 Accessory delay ..........................84 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ................139–140 and child safety seats ............141description ..............................140disposal ....................................144driver air bag .......

anti-theft ...................................15brake ..........................................12charging system ........................13check coolant ............................13cruise indicator .........................14door ajar ....................................14engine oil pressure .......

fluid, checking and adding(automatic) .............................277fluid, checking and adding(manual) .................................280fluid, refill capacities ..............288lubricant specifications ..291, 294manual operation ....................174 Transmission control indicatorlight ........