Ford 2004 F-150 v.2- User Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake...

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag. Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with asnowplow, refer to the Driving chapter. F150 SuperCrew Owners: Snowplowing Your veh...

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 Base instrument cluster Base with Tachometer instrument cluster Mid instrument cluster 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster 10

Luxury 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 of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

On vehicles equipped with a message center, “ENGINE FAILSAFEMODE” will be displayed, refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON position...

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position andany door is open. Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. • Wi...

MINI MESSAGE CENTER WARNING DISPLAYS (IF EQUIPPED) Door ajar: Displays when the ignition is in the ON position andany door is open. Low fuel: Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be ...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, theengine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon ...

• With Full Message Center Refer to Message Center in theDrivers Controls chapter on how toswitch the display from Metric toEnglish. Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. • With Mini Message Center Press and release the button on topof the cluster to toggle betweeno...

Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls below thenormal range, stop the vehicle, turnoff the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your ...

FORD AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. / Tune: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings. 2. Audio: Press to access select various settings. Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK . Bass: Press to adjust the bass se...

FORD SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. / Tune: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes: T...

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK, SEEK . Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio s...

FORD DUAL MEDIA SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. / Tune: Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings. 2. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track. 3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing me...

10. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track. 11. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a tape or CDtrack. 12. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a tape or CD track. 13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until so...

Show functions.To activate, press and hold MENU until TRAFFIC appears in the display.This indicates RDS is active. Press MENU consecutively to scroll throughTraffic, Find, Show or RDS ON. Use SEEK, SEEK to activate/deactivate the functions. To deactivate RDS, scroll to RDS ONand press SEEK, SEEK so ...

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up. RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz RADIO RECE...

CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one ...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. ...

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: If your vehicle is equipped with a full message center, refer to Units (Fahrenheit/Celsius) in the Driver Controls chapter. If your vehicle is equipped with a mini me...

MAX A/C: For maximum cooling performance, press , A/C, , and set the temperature to 60°F and the highest blower setting. 1. Defrost : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets. Can be used to clear ice or fog from thewindshield. The system will automatic...

13. Auto: To engage automatic temperature control, press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. Thesystem will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C onor off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reachthe desired temperatu...

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: If your vehicle is equipped with a full message center, refer to Units (Fahrenheit/Celsius) in the Driver Controls chapter. If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center, refer to Mini message center electronic compass temper...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp controlclockwise to the first position toturn on the parking lamps. Rotateclockwise to the second position toalso turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights norm...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlamp control is in the , or position and the high beams are notturned on. Pull headlamp control towards youto turn foglamps on. The foglampindicator light will illuminate if t...

Rear map lamp (if equipped) The rear map lamp lights arelocated on the end of the overheadrail system. The lamps can beturned on or off by pushing on thelens. Dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until th...

2. At the top and inboard side of theheadlamp, loosen the three retainingscrews. 3. Once the three retaining screwshave been removed, disengage thetab at the top center of theheadlamp assembly by lifting it up. 4. Slide headlamp assembly forwarddisconnecting the snap attachmentat the fender and disc...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and open thehood. 2. At the top and inboard side of theheadlamp, loosen the three retainingscrews. 3. Once the three retaining screwshave been removed, disengage thetab at the top center...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is on, the speed ofthe wipers will automatically adjustwith the vehicle speed. T...

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column. While the lever isin the down position, tilt thesteering column to its desiredorientation. While holding the steering column,pull the lever up to its originalposition to lock the steering column. Never adjust the ste...

1. To open the bins, move thecenter latch forward which willallow the door to be opened. 2. The latches on the side of thebins are to enable the user toremove the bin or add a dealerpurchased feature. Sliding the bins on the rails maycause damage to the headliner.The removable bins are to besnapped ...

Place both palms on the underside of the storage bin, avoiding thestorage bin door. Push upwards with palms. While pushing upwards with palms, grip the side latches with fingers andsqueeze. 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Driver Controls 55

With pressure applied with palms and side latches squeezed down, pulldownward on the entire storage bin and remove. 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 d...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center console offers several useful storage features. These include: 1. Cupholders 2. Tissue holder in lid 3. Power point 4. Large utility compartment hasCoin holder slots, PalmPilot 娂 /PDA holder, Pen holder, and Cassette/CDorganizer slots Use only soft cups in the...

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) When closing the powerwindows, you should verify they are free of obstructions andensure that children and/or petsare not in the proximity of thewindow openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window.Press and hold the top part of the rock...

• Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open windowall the way to the full openposition. • Press and hold the top part of therocker switch to close thewindow. All rear seat occupants and/or cargo must be properly restrainedand clear of the back window opening before operating the pow...

To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equ...

Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefullybefore 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...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET control and releaseit. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator light ...

• Press the speed control OFFcontrol. This will erase yourvehicle’s previously set speed. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlf...

To vent the moon roof: Press and hold the control. The moon roof must be in the closed position in order to move it into thevent position. To close, press and hold the control until the glass panel stops moving. The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually openedor closed when the...

7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight. 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink 威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release ...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmi...

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status precededby a brie...

Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in liters/100 km ormiles/gallon. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing liters of fuelused by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), yourfigure may be different tha...

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for 4seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are nomore warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality ofthe message...

• Engine sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on aregular basis. MINI MESSAGE CENTER ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATUREDISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Outside air temperature The outside temperature display iscontained in the instrument clusterand displays all the time, exceptwhe...

1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press the ODO reset button inthe cluster, hold for six seconds andrelease. You will see that ZONEappears in the instrument clusterdisplay. ...

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with atailgate lock designed to preventtheft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to theright to engage lock. • Turn ignition key to the left tounlock. TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading. 1. Lo...

BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extendthe pickup box for longer loads. To extend the bed extender: 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the round knobs on each sideof the extender to release it fromthe pickup box. 3. Pivot extender on to the tailgate. 4....

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 LOCK...

Childproof door locks (if equipped) • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the...

• the ignition is turned to the ON position, or • using the UNLOCK control on your remote entry transmitter or unlocking via the keyless entry keypad. Deactivating/activating power door lock disable feature You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds, or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If t...

Activating the memory feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat and adjustable pedals to the positions you desire. 2. Press the SET control on thedriver’s door panel. 3. Within 5 five seconds, press onecontrol on the remote transmitterand then press the 1 or 2 control onthe driver’s doo...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the batterydown to ensure that the battery is...

Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter 5–digit entry code 4. Press and hold the 7 • 8. While holding the 7 • 8 press the 3 • 4. 5. Release the 3 • 4. 6. Release the 7 • 8. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system ...

SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being startedunless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” con...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 1(OFF) position. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you wil...

1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 1(OFF) to 3 (ON) (maintain ignitionin 3 (ON) for at least one second,but no more than ten seconds). 2. Turn ignition from 3 (ON) back to1 (OFF) in order to remove the first coded key from the ignition. 3....

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints Head ...

Front seat • 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. Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to movethe a...

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

position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver air bag by providing a lower air bag output level. Front passenger sensing system For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly inthe event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seat...

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has beenclosed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child any...

• Front seats • Rear seats (if equipped) Energy management retractors Your vehicle has a seat belt system equipped with energy managementretractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. An energy management retractor is a device which pays out webbing in acontrolled manner. T...

The front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quicklypulling on the shoulder belt. Rear seat belts (if equipped) cannot bemade to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract t...

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 Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt buckle pretensioners at thedriver and front outboard passenger seating positions. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this could interferewith the functioning of the pretensioner. The driver and front outboard passenger safety be...

Front safety belt height adjustment (if equipped) Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and rightfront passenger. Adjust the height ofthe shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heighta...

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a right angle to the beltand pull across your lap until itreaches the buckle. To tighten thebelt, pull the loose end of the beltthrough the tongue until it ...

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 ...

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle. 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 1minute) • Step 3 must be completed withi...

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 safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassem...

The air bag supplemental restraint system consists of: • driver and passenger dual stage air bag modules (which include theinflators and air bags). • one or more impact and safing sensors. • the same indicator light, RCM (restraints control module) anddiagnostic unit used for the Personal safety sys...

Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle(including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasingthe risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. Additional equipment may affect the performance o...

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. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and ...

• 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...

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the seat at the belt pathand attempt to move it side to sideand forward. There should ...

7. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat isheld securely in place. If the child seat moves excessively, repeat steps 5through 7, try a different child safety seat, or properly install the childs...

• F150 SuperCrew and SuperCab Front seat 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 andunder the head restraint. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. • You may need to...

Rear seat tether strap attachment There are three loops of webbingjust above the back of the rear seat(along the bottom edge of the rearwindow) in the SuperCab andSuperCrew. These loops are to beused as both routing loops andanchor loops for up to three childsafety seat tether straps. Forexample, th...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, locks the steeringwheel, automatic transmissiongearshift lever and allows keyremoval. Note: The ignition key can not be removed from the ignition unlessthe gearshift lever is securelylatched in P (Park). 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories s...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel until thekey turns freely. 2. Turn the key to 4 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. ...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,th...

A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steeringseem to wander/pull. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, theTraction-Lok axle functions like a ...

• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turnedoff. 2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to D (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the D(Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Seco...

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and thevehicle is moving at speeds less than 5 km/h (3 mph). The system is noteffective at speeds above 5 km/h (3 mph) and may not ...

If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causinginaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicl...

N (Neutral) – No power to either front or rear wheels. 4L (4WD Low) – Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels at reduced speeds. Intended only for off-road applicationssuch as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low)will not engage while the vehicle is mo...

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) 2H (2WD High) - Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway...

3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place thetransmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, depress the clutch. 4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4L (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light in theinstrument cluster to t...

• 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 the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto thepavement only aft...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

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...

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, sli...

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...

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weigh...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the driver’sdoor or door pillar. The GVWmust never exceed the GVWR. Exceedin...

10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (68 kg [150 lbs]). Consult your dealership (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership) formore detailed information. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight – refers to the amount...

Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter) for your type of engine, rear axle ratio and tiresize. 2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, take yourvehicle to a shipping company or a...

Crew Cab 4x4 (139” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 4.6L 3.55 5307 (11700) 2721 (6000) 4.6L 3.73 5534 (12200) 2948 (6500) 5.4L (w/17” tires) 3.55 6350 (14000) 3719 (8200) 5.4L (w/18” tires) 3.55 6123 (13500) 3493 (7700) 5.4L (w/17” tires) 3.73...

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

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will ...

When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge ofthe rear bumper. • do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above thebottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehi...

SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends that the F–150 used for snow removal include theSnow Plow Prep Package Option. The option is available for F–150 4x4Regular Cab and Super Cab (not available or recommended forSuperCrew), and includes the following upgrades: • F–150 4x4 (except F–150 SuperCrew) • 5.4L engi...

• The tire air pressures recommended for general driving are found onthe vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. The maximum cold inflationpressure for the tire and associated load rating is imprinted on the tiresidewall. Tire air pressure may require re-adjustment within thesepressure limits to accom...

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...

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, beh...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 10A* Run/Accessory - Wipers,Instrument cluster 2 20A* Stop/Turn lamps, Speed controldeactivate switch 3 5A* Power mirrors, Memory logicpower, Memory seats and pedals 4 10A* DVD battery ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 10 20A* Trailer tow back-up lamps relay(PCB1), Trailer tow parklamprelay (R201) 11 10A* A/C clutch, 4x4 solenoid 12 — Not used 13 10A* Climate control module power 14 10A* Back-up lamp and DaytimeRunning Lamps (DRL) rel...

Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender. • Without Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) option 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies 199

• With Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) option The relays are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay location Fuse amp rating Description F01 5A Clockspring illumination R01 — 4x4 CCW R02 — 4x4 CW R03 — Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if equipped,otherwise not used) R201 — DRL R202 — A/C clutch D01 — A/C clutch diode ...

The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. 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 ...

2. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube through the accesshole in the rear bumper. 3. Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground,the tire can be slid rearward and the cable is slightly slack. 4. Slide the retainer through the center of ...

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on b...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s eng...

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

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Donot tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor C...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall ...

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fas...

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...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or o...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Extra StrengthUpholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and St...

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...

• Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease h...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L V8 1. Battery 2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield wash...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID 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 WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your batt...

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing ofacid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flushimmediately with water for a minim...

• 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 add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come outforcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–3...

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT...

• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and ifswallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,call ...

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefill...

Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about...

Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated ca...

Calculation 1: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Calculation 2: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelec...

• Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your v...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range, there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels areoutside of the normal operating range...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concernsand/or possible damage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials m...

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 Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that ...

Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor tractionperformance. Th...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent than this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. ...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon li...

• Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If you vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tirecan ex...

Super Cab Vehicledimensions Styleside 5.5’box mm (in) Styleside/Flareside6.5’ box mm (in) Styleside 8.0’box mm (in) (1) Overalllength 5536 (218.0) 5841 (230.0) 6313 (248.6) (2) Overallwidth 2005 (78.9) 2005 (78.9) 2005 (78.9) (3) Overallheight 4x2/4x4 1854 (73.0) /1918 (75.5) 1854 (73.0) /1905 (75.0...

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...

Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transmission M Manual 5–speed (AKK)) C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio) W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF) G Manual 6–speed ZF Automatic transmission Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E) U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) T Automatic...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding acce...

A Accessory delay ..........................59 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................120–121 and child safety seats ............123description ..............................121disposal ....................................125driver air bag ..................121, 124indi...

Engine oil ..................................231 checking and adding ..............231dipstick ....................................231filter, specifications ........233, 271recommendations ...................233refill capacities ........................272specifications ..................275, 277 Ex...

tilting .........................................53 T Tailgate ........................................80 Temperature control(see Climate control) .................32 Tilt steering wheel ......................53 Tires ...........................200, 258–259 changing ..................200–202, 206sno...