Ford 2002 F-150- User Manual

Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag ca...

Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. Bef...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 娂 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 ...

Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. Press andrelease the reset button until a ’T’appears in the display (thisrepresents the trip mode). Pressand hold the button for three seconds to reset. Tachometer (if equipped) Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute....

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...

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 thefrequency band. Scan function The scan function works in radiomode. Scan function in radio mo...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 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 i...

When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds,when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Anytime that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the mediainformation will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to theclock. In media mo...

In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUSThave a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs. 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 fo...

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...

three seconds or more and you press , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current discwill automatically replay. Scan function The scan function wo...

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 ...

• Use the SEL control to select theprogram type. With the featureon, use the SEEK or SCANcontrol to find the desiredprogram type from the followingselections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show • With RDS activated, press theRDS control unt...

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...

Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode and plays all tracks on thecurrent disc in random order. Ifequipped with the CD changer, theshuffle feature continues to the nextdisc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play willcontinue un...

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)...

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 the loaded magazine intothe CD changer with the arrow onthe top of the magazine pointingtoward the chan...

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...

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal maytemporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak stationfrequency is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if itwill ...

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 cannot becooled below the outside temperature. 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...

The display will show to indicate manual fan operation. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC. Manual override controls The manual override controls allowyou to determine where airflow isdirected. To return to full automaticcontrol, press AUTOMATIC. The air conditioning compressor ca...

in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperatureselection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through thefloor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshielddefroster ducts. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the airconditioner wi...

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 hea...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the OFF, parking lamp or autolampposition. Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The...

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...

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 thearm. 3. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and pre...

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 (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open thestorage compa...

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 ...

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...

• 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 overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts throughall av...

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of therocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. ...

MIRRORS Automatic dimming rear view mirrors (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change fromthe normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reachthe inside rear view mirror. When t...

2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 4. Adjust spotter mirrors (if equipped) manually. Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the outer portion of the appropriatemirror housing will blink r...

The adjustment allows for approximately 76 mm (3 inches) of maximumtravel. Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on pedalsor while the vehicle is moving. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling...

To set a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST. Releasethe control when the desiredspeed is reached or • Press and release COAST tooperate the Tap-Down function.Each press will decrease the setspeed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET...

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink 威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, theprogrammed Homelink 威 Universal Transceiver buttons be erased for security purposes, refer...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the red indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the t...

seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The red indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink 威 accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with step 4 in the “Programming” section. Operating TravelNote 姞 Tra...

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...

4. Evenly push down on theextender and push the round knobsin on each side locking it in place. Green markings on the shaftindicate the locked position. Thelocking clip screws below the middlebar can be tightenedcounterclockwise for extra security. Note: If the red marking on theshaft is visible, th...

4. Starting from the opposite side of the vehicle, pull cover away fromthe side rail and roll the cover from rear to front. 5. Secure the cover behind the cab with two straps. The cover may be removed from the vehicle by sliding it sideways out ofthe front rail. Driver Controls 98

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 娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS...

INTERIOR TONNEAU COVER RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior tonneau coverrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the pickup box.Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation an...

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key. • lock all the vehicle doors without a ke...

Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm doors are closed andlocked, press this control a secondtime within three seconds. Thedoor(s) will lock again, the horn willchirp once and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are open or ajar,the horn will make two quick chirps,...

be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease inoperating range can be caused by the following factors: • Weather conditions • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the tw...

To program the transmitters yourself: • Place the key in the ignition andturn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)and cycle between 3 (OFF) and 4(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...

When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press themiddle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 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 fa...

The keyless entry pad is disabled for 1 minute after 7 unsuccessfulattempts at entering a valid key code. The keypad will flash during this 1minute mode. However, the 7/8 and 9/0 controls will still lock the vehicle. Anti-scan will be turned off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • the remote...

THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on the dash panel. • When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash onceevery 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock 娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the ON position, th...

• A second key on the same key ring as the coded key 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 ...

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 on the side of theseat to release seat cushion fromthe load floor position. 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 releas...

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...

• Rear seats (if equipped) 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...

response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessuddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact ofapproximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts willlock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. The front seat belt system ...

• Rear seats (if equipped) 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 m...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checkedaccording to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly couldincrease the risk ...

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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 ...

Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 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 seriously injured in a crash duringour lifetime. “I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles...

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 ...

BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure 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 repea...

the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properlyand are n...

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)...

• 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...

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle. Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder beltwill provide some protection, these children are still too sma...

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...

Your vehicle be equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installationat the following seating positions: • F150 Regular Cab • F150 Supercab • F150 SuperCrew • F150 SuperCrew with Quad Buckets The anchors on both sides of the center of the SuperCrew rear seat areprovided only for child seats at the...

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...

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 p...

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...

• All applications Maximum downshift speeds 1 Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L D (Overdrive) - 4 89 km/h (55 mph) 34 km/h (21 mph) 4 - 3 72 km/h (45 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) 3 - 2 56 km/h (35 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph) 2 - 1 32 km/h (20 mph) 11 km/h (7 mph) 1 Downshift at lower s...

4. Turn the ignition key to position3 (OFF). 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 th...

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 ...

• 4X4 - momentarily illuminates after the engine is started.Illuminates when 4H (4WD High)is engaged. • LOW RANGE - momentarily illuminates with the key in theON position and after the engineis started. Illuminates when 4L(4WD Low) is engaged. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) – ...

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...

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...

slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverseover a hill witho...

Do not use “aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels. These “aftermarket lift kits” could adversely affect the vehicle’s handlingcharacteristics, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover andserious injury. Tires...

Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can makeit more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicleequipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup boxcover). Failure...

Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment beingcarried is within the weight limitations that have been established foryour vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear grossaxle weight rating limits. Under no circumstance should these limitationsbe exceeded. E...

Harley-Davidson F-150 4x2 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg(lbs.) Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.) 5.4L Supercharged 3.73 4536 (10000) 2041 (4500) Trailer frontal area considerations: • Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class III trailertowing package • Not...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agen...

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission section in this chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission ...

• affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. 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 o...

• Automatic transmission with auxiliary automatic transmission fluidcooling • 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 Read the following instructions be...

Transmission operation while plowing • Shift transfer case to 4L (4WD Low) when plowing in small areas atspeeds below 8 km/h (5 mph). • Shift transfer case to 4H (4WD High) when plowing larger areas orlight snow at higher speeds. Do not exceed 24 km/h (15 mph). • Do not shift the transmission from a...

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 link connector 4 5A Power mirror switch, Mirror turnsignal relays 5 15A Speed control module, Reverselam...

If your vehicle is equipped with 4WD, a spare tire of a differentsize than the road tires should not be used. Use of such a tire could result in damage to driveline components and an increased riskof loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. If your vehicle is equipped wit...

2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A)to the jack handle (B). 3. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube. The key and lockwill engage with a slight push andcounterclockwise turn. Someresistance will be felt when turningthe jack handle assembly. 4. Turn the handle co...

• Seven lug nut wheel 12. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire. 13. Stow the jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fastened so itdoes not rattle when you drive. 14. Unblock the wheels. Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* Nm Lb-ft F-150 (five lug nutwheel): M14 x 2.0 200 150 F-15...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...

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 covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

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...

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 authorizeddealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs areneeded. However, you may also take your vehicle to another...

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...

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincu...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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

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...

For King Ranch F-150 SuperCrew leather seats, refer to separatesection in this chapter. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylCleaner (ZC-11–A). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-1...

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 Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification ESR-M17P5–A .Refer ...

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. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enoug...

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...

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...

• 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...

• First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat least four idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above drivi...

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 ...

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...

tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chipaluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the cha...

2 If a spark plug is removed for inspection and replaced, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, useonly spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown above. 3 Use only AGSF-12FM1 spark plugs for replacement. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartN...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Front axle(4X4) Motorcraft SAE75W-90Premium 4x4Front AxleLubricant XY-75W90-TQL WSP-M2C201-A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140 HighPerformanceSynthetic RearAxle Lube 1 XY-75W140–QL WSL-M2C192-A Brake fluid andcl...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Hinges, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge and seattracks. Multi-PurposeGrease XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-Aor ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders Motorcraftpenetrating andlock lubricant Motorcraft XL-1 none Transmission/steering/parking...

of Traction-Lok axles. Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction ModifierC8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-Afor complete refill of 10.25 and 10.5 inch Traction-Lok axles. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indi...

Flareside Dimension Body Style Regular Cab 4x2 Regular Cab 4x4 Super Cab 4x2 Super Cab 4x4 (1) Overalllength 5255 mm(206.9 in) 5263 mm(207.2 in) 5728 mm(225.5 in) 5735 mm (225.8 in) (2) Overallwidth 2014 mm(79.3 in) 1 2030 mm(79.9 in) 1 2014 mm(79.3 in) 1 2030 mm(79.9 in) 1 (3) Overallheight 1846 mm...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehi...

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...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................165 Accessory delay ..........................82 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................135–136 and child safety seats ............137description ..............................136disposal ....................................140dri...

fluid, checking and adding(automatic) .............................274fluid, checking and adding(manual) .................................277fluid, refill capacities ..............285lubricant specifications ..289, 291manual operation ....................172 Transmission control indicatorlight ........