Ford 2002 F-150 v.2- User Manual

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 shouldobserve the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. Please read the section Air bag in the Seating...

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 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,mis-instal...

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) To confirm the anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) warning light isfunctional it will momentarilyilluminate when the ignition isturned to the ON position(alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ONposition to the START position, the light will momentar...

Oil pressure/Engine coolant Illuminates when the engine coolanttemperature is above the normalrange or the engine oil pressure isbelow normal range. Check theengine oil and coolant level refer to Adding engine oil and Adding coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Low fuel Illuminates...

Turn signals Illuminates when the turn signals orthe hazard lights are turned on. Ifthe lights stay on continuously orflash faster, check for a burned-outbulb. High beams Illuminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on. Door ajar Illuminates when any door is open(or not fully closed). Anti-the...

Harley-Davidson instrument cluster gauges Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area (the areabetween the “H” and “C”). If itenters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehic...

Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure. Atnormal operating temperature, theneedle will be in the normal range(the area between the “L” and “H”);if the needle goes below the normalrange, stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible and switch off theengine immediately. Check the oillev...

Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle. 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 ...

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...

The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time).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 i...

Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search featureallows you to quickly locate thebeginning of the tape selectionbeing played or to skip to the nextselection. To activate the feature, momentarilydepress the TAPE AMS button.Then, press either REW (for thebeginning of the current selection) or ...

AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelveFM stations (six in FM1 a...

Setting the clock Press the RDS control until SELECTHOUR or SELECT MINS isdisplayed. Use the SEL control to manually setthe time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio m...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may notfunction correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregularshaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, an...

Shuffle feature (if equipped) The shuffle feature operates in CDchanger mode and plays all trackson the current disc in random order.The shuffle feature continues to thenext disc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play willcontinue until the SH...

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 automaticall...

Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Press the TREB control. Use theSEL control to increase or decreasethe amount of treble. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Pres...

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...

• 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...

HARLEY-DAVIDSON REAR SEAT CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The rear seat controls allow themiddle seat passengers to operatethe radio, tape, CD or CD changer(if equipped). To turn on the rear seat controls,press the memory preset controls 3and 5 at the same time. The will appear in the display. Pressing 3 and...

TURNING THE SPEAKERS ON AND OFF Press to turn all speakers on or off. USING HEADPHONES Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. The speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed.Press the control again to dea...

SEEK FUNCTION • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station downthe frequency band. • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. • In tape mode, use the SEEKfunction to access the next or previous selection. • In CD mode (if equipped), use the SEEK fu...

2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the disc holder (B)out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th...

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. Themagazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the unit. Keep the CD changer ...

CLEANING COMPACT DISCS Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out tothe edge. Do not use circular motion. CD AND CD CHANGER CARE • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Do n...

RADIO FREQUENCY INFORMATION The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequenciesAM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequenciesare: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all ...

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 th...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto turn 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 ...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full up position (pastdetent/dome defeat) to turn on...

Rear dome lamp (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when thecontrol is in the DOOR (left)position and: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. The rear dome lamp can be...

Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. If equipped, remove headlampcovers. 4. At the back of the headlamp, pullclips rearward and up (about 3 ⁄ 4 inch) to release the headlampassembly. 5. Slide headlamp assembly forwardand off of ...

12. Straighten alignment pins,making them parallel with the outeredges of the attachment standoff. 13. Carefully insert the headlampassembly into the vehicle makingsure the alignment pins are insertedinto the proper holes and into theguide ribs. 14. Hold the headlamp assemblysnugly against the vehic...

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are locatedbehind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper tolocate the bulb. 2. Twist the bulb socketcounterclockwise and carefully pullto remove it from the lampassembly. 3. Pull out the old b...

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) To turn on the visor mirror lamps,lift the mirror cover open. 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...

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...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment • 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 you...

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, yourh...

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...

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...

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 ...

Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lostand you would like to remove itfrom the vehicle’s memory, or youwould like to purchase additionalremote transmitters and have themprogrammed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer forprogramming, or • Pe...

Illuminated entry The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when theremote transmitter unlock control is pressed. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if theignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitterlock control is pressed...

6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm theprocedure is complete. Keyless entry system (if equipped...

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: Erasing personal code 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control within fiveseconds of step one. 3. Press 7/8 control and 9/0 controlat the same time within five secondsof step 2. The system will now only respondto the fac...

1. Enter 5 digit entry code 2. Press and hold 7/8 control 3. Press and release 3/4 control while holding 7/8 control 4. Release 7/8 control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one shortand one long chirp) if autolock was activated. To re-activate autolock, repeat steps 1–...

Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from yourdealership. Your dealership can program your key or you can “do ityourself.” Refer to Programming spare keys. Certain items may cause vehicle starting is...

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...

REAR SEATS Folding up the rear seats (if equipped — SuperCab only) The rear seatback has a split 60/40 seat. Each seat cushion can beflipped up into the seatback position. 1. Pull control to release seatcushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until itlocks into vertical storage position. Returning the se...

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...

• 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 modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is th...

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 ...

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 seriously injured in a crash duringour lifetime. “I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 mile...

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...

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion ...

The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuitsand the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including thepassenger air bag deactivation switch, the impact sensors, the systemwiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power andthe air bag ignitor...

Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) An air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch tobe sure the switch is in the properposition in accordance with theseinstructions and warnings. Failureto put the switch in a properpositio...

In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, alwaysremove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch. Turning the passenger air bag back on The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON. 1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe switch to ON. 2. The OFF light wil...

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...

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all theway back. 1...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

• 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. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. • You may need to pull the seatbac...

4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. • Front seat (Regular Cab andSuperCab only) • Rear seats ( with quad bucketsonly) Seating and Safety Restraints 158

• 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 ...

STARTINGPositions 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 locking...

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than norm...

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...

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, pressthe accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key toSTART position. 4. When...

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles andcertain products of component wear contain or...

snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle’santi-lock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudderin the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by aqualified service technician. The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lock...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released....

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...

Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal,then move gearshift lever out of P (Park). Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift leverfrom P (Park) to another position. If you do n...

(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...

2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 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 ...

Put the gearshift in N (Neutral) andwait at least three seconds beforeshifting into R (Reverse). You can shift into R (Reverse) onlyby moving the gearshift lever fromleft of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth)gears before you shift into R(Reverse). This is a special lockoutfeature that protects you fromacciden...

Shifting from 2H (2WD high) to 4H (4WD high) Move the transfer case lever to 4H(4WD High) at a stop or anyforward speed up to 88 km/h (55mph). • At temperatures below 0°C(32°F), shifts from 2H (2WDHigh) to 4H (4WD High) shouldnot be performed above 72 km/h(45 mph). Do not shift into 4H (4WD High) wi...

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 4H(4WD High) or 2H (2WD high) andhold the shift lever in position untilthe transfer case has fully engaged(up to 15 se...

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck ...

• It often may be less risky to strike small inanimate objects, such ashighway reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather thanattempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause thevehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over. Remember, yoursafety and the safety of others sh...

• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., fromconcrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicleresponds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again,avoid these abrupt inputs. Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral...

Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against youand cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance maybe required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to backout the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through highwa...

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness areas. Ford joins the U.S.Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging youto help preserve our national forest and other public and pr...

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral, disengageoverdrive or manually shift to alower gear. When descending asteep hill, avoid sudden hardbraking as you could lose control.When you brake ha...

Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without alsoputting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide andswing around during braking. Tires, Replacement Requirements Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other than thatoriginally provided by Ford because it...

Each day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires, and adjust ifrequired. Check tire pressure with atire gauge every few weeks(including spare). Safe operationrequires tires that are neitherunderinflated nor overloaded. Peri...

• Maximum Trailer Weight: Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including occupants and cargo) is permitted to tow. It isdetermined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towingvehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. • Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight range that the tr...

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken whendriving a heavily loaded vehicle. Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than mostpasse...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg(lbs.) Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.) Regular Cab 4x2 w/automatic transmission 4.2L 3.31 4 077 (9 000) 2 132 (4 700) 4.2L 3.55 4 530 (10 000) 2 585 (5 700) 4.6L 3.08 4 530 (10 000) 907 (2 000) 4.6L 3.31 4 763 (10 500) 2 812 (6 200) 4.6L 3.55 5 209 (11 500) 3 261 ...

Engine Rear axle ratio/tire size - cm (inches) Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 5.4L 3.31/40.6 (16) 5 443 (12 000) 3 175 (7 000) 5.4L 3.55/40.6 (16) 5 897 (13 000) 3 628 (8 000)/ 3 447 (7 600) 5.4L 3.55/43.2 (17) 5 670 (12 500) 3 401 (7 500)/ 3 221 (7 100) 5.4L 3.73/40.6 (16) ...

1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on andall doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that itcan level. 2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpersat the center of the vehicle. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle an...

Using a step bumper (if equipped) The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires aball with a 25.4 mm (one inch) shank diameter. The bumper has a 2 270kg (5 000 lb.) trailer weight and 227 kg (500 lb.) tongue weight capacity. If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch bal...

Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise abo...

4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly cannot be towed with anywheels on the ground. SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends the following specifications for low speed, personaluse snow removal: • F-150 4x4 (except F-150 Supercrew, “Lightning” and“Harley-Davidson”) • 5.4L engine • Heavy duty service pack...

• The weight of the installed snowplow and aftermarket equipment mustnot load the vehicle beyond the GAWR (front/rear) and GVWR listedon the Safety Compliance Certification Label. • The total weight of the snowplow and aftermarket equipment must beconsidered part of the payload and must not exceed t...

Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results invehicle decelerations equivalent to or greater than the air bagdeployment impact speeds listed above can deploy the air bag. Suchdriving also increases the risk of accidents. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should ...

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 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...

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 ...

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 engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. WRECKER TOWING + – + – Roadside Emergenci...

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...

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish.I...

• 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...

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Deluxe Leather CareKit (F8AZ-19G253–AA), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioners. T...

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...

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...

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...

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle 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 pres...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • To max...

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...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. If you need to use chains, it i...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluidand clutchfluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Fill to line or step(for clutch) onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremiumEngineCoolant(green-colored) or MotorcraftPremium GoldEngineCoolant(yellow-co...

5 Your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to bechecked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or theaxle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant shouldbe changed a...

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 SuperPremium MotorOil XO-...

ENGINE DATA Engine 4.2L V6engine 4.6L V8engine 5.4L V8engine 5.4L Super- charged V8 engine Cubic inches 256 281 330 330 Requiredfuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane 91 octane Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Spark pluggap 1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-0.056inch) 1.3-1.4 mm(0...

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(77.8 in)(SWB)1 841 mm(75.5 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...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................166 Accessory delay ..........................84 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................................140 and child safety seats ............142description ..............................140disposal ....................................14...

air bag ........................................13anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....13, 167anti-theft ...................................15brake ..........................................12charging system ........................13check coolant ............................14cruise indicator ..................