Ford 2006 F-150 v.2- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicl...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

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...

Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster Base with Tachometer instrument cluster 2006 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Instrument Cluster 12

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is firstturned to the ON position to checkthe bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the OnBoard Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (O...

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position andany door is open. Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission se...

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 ...

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • With Mini Message Center • With Full Message Center Refer to Message Center in theDrivers Controls chapter on how toswitch the display from Metric toEnglish. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • W...

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 ...

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/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...

Setting the clock: Press until HR or Mn is displayed. Press / / SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes. 3. Seek: Press to access the next/previous strong station. 4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until sound returns. 5. AM/FM...

1. / Tune: In radio mode, press to manually go up ( ) or down ( ) the radio frequency. In menu mode, use to select varioussettings. In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped), press / to enter TEXT MODE and scroll through the current song title, artist, channel categoryand Sirius Long Channel Name. Not a...

7. Text: This control currently not supported. 8. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracks in random order on the selected CD. 9. Compress (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CDpassages together for a moreconsistent listening level. 10. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track. 11. Fast forw...

To activate, press and hold MENU until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use / / SEEK to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is on, press MENU repeatedly to scroll through Find, Show and RDS. WhenRDS is Off, you will not be able to access Find and Show functions. Find: RDS must be activated to access the...

label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanentfelt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens maydamage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for furtherinformation. Audio system warranty and service: Refer to the Wa...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Artist information not available. Artist information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system...

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...

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. 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...

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: If your vehicle is equipped with a full message center, refer to Setup menu in the Message center section of the Driver Controls chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center, seeyour authorized ...

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system with heated seats(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 m...

12. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomatically in AUTO, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 13. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. 14. Temperature control: Press to incre...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp controlclockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotateclockwise to the secondposition to also turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights nor...

At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn off. 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 f...

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen andopen the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge towards theright. If this edge is not at thehorizontal reference line, th...

INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps, press thecontrol next to each lamp. 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. Rear dome lamp (if equipped) • ON or D : The dome ligh...

Dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isOFF. The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled o...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps 2 H13 / 9008 Front park/turn lamps 2 3157A (amber) Front sidemarker 2 194 Foglamps 2 9140 Backup lamp (except Harley) 2 3156 Backup lamp (Harley) 2 3155 Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/taillamp 2 4057K or 3057K High-mount brakelamp 1 921 Cargo lamp 2 921 Lic...

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. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

While holding the steering column,pull the lever up to its originalposition to lock the steering column. Never adjust the steeringcolumn when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center ...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. The overhead console can come on rails, which canbe removed by the customer, or it can come as a non-rail component ofthe headliner, which cannot be removed. If your vehicle is...

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are freeof obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open thewindow. Press and hold the top partof the rocker switch to close thewindo...

• 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...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors 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...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Heated mirrors remove ice, mist andfog. To activate the heated mirrors,press the rear defrost button R located on the climate control panel. Refer to Rear Window Defrost in the Climate Controls chapter for more information. On vehicles not equipped with reardefro...

Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on thepedals while the vehicle is moving. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h)or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speedcontrol does not work at speeds below 30 m...

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This willnot erase your vehicle’s previously set speed, if RES/RESUME is...

In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped): • Press and release SEEK to advance through preset channels or pressand hold SEEK to increment to the next subscribed channel. In CD mode: • Press and release SEEK to select the next track selection on the CDor press and hold SEEK to fast forward in the current...

When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as requ...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing Steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace Step 3 w...

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

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willcorrect itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normalconditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manualcalibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration adjustment. Most geographic areas (zo...

1. Start the vehicle. 2. To enter the compass calibrationmode, press and hold the button forgreater than eight seconds. Thedisplay will then show CAL in thedisplay window. 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) in circles untilCAL indicator turns off. As many as 5 complete circles ma...

Compass zone/calibration adjustment 1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 4. From Info menu, select theCompass/Odometer function. (Donot select Trip, DTE, or AFE. Thetop of the message center must beblank). 5. Press and...

Warning display Status Door ajar Warning can be reset Low fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Reduced engine power Stop engine safely Check fuel cap Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF ...

Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post. Make sure that themat does not interfere with theoperation of the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationprocedure. TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped ...

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 the SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more ...

The (lock) and (unlock) features will work again after: • a door has become ajar, • the ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position, or • using the UNLOCK control on your remote entry transmitter or unlocking via the keyless entry keypad. Deactivating/activating power door lock/unlock disable feature ...

2. Press the SET control on thedriver’s seat. 3. Within 5 five seconds, press onecontrol on the remote transmitterand then press the 1 or 2 control onthe driver’s door panel to which youwould like to associate with Driver 1or Driver 2 positions. 4. Repeat this procedure for anotherremote transmitter...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

Every two consecutive presses of the control after successfully entering the configuration mode will change the enable/disable conditionof the feature. 5. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to exit programming. Note: After exiting the driver configuration mode, the horn will chirp once t...

Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1–5 within30 seconds, or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be repeated,you must wait a minimum of 30seconds to begin again. 1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON)position, then press the control three times. 2. Turn t...

4. After the code is entered, the locks will cycle, confirming that the newcode has been set. Tips: • Do not set a code that uses five of the same number. • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personalcode. • If you set a second...

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. Before returning the seatback to...

Push control to lower head restraint. 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. 2006 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (...

Memory seats/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat andadjustable pedals to twoprogrammable positions. The memory seat control is locatedon the driver’s seat. • To program position one, movethe driver seat, and adjustablepedals to the desired posit...

Returning the seat to seating position Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull onthe seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat...

Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very closeto the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because the...

Safety 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 in the backseat where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehic...

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 anywhere near them. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest...

3. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating positionuntil you hear a snap and feel it latch. 4. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling onthe tongue. The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist. Front and...

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 ...

The front and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lapand shoulder belts. The front passenger outboard and rear outboard seatsafety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing freesho...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboardseating p...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 8 inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the saf...

If... Then... The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2 minuteshave elapsed since the ignitionswitch has been turned ON... The BeltMinder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’s or front passenger’ssafety belt i...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable If at any time the driver/front...

• After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will beturned on for three seconds. 4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, buckle then unbuckle thesafety belt. • This will disable the BeltMinder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation,...

• Front passenger sensing system • Passenger airbag off indicator light. The airbag supplemental restraints are an integral part of the PersonalSafety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where thePersonal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions andcrash severity are approp...

Children and airbags For additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear seatthan in the front seat. Failure tofollow the...

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the airbags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere no...

If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the airbag 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 or a to...

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects inthe front seat, • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infantseat that is installed according...

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though thepassenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ lamp may or may not be illuminated accord...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by l...

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all o...

• LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to22 kg (48 pounds) in a child restraint. Top tether anchors can be usedfor children up to 27 kg (60 pounds) in a child restraint, and toprovide upper torso restraint for children up to 36 kg (80 pounds)using an upper torso harness and a b...

9. Check from time to time to be sure that there is no slack in thelap/shoulder belt. The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belttight during a collision. Installing child safety seats in the front row lap belt seatingpositions (SuperCab and SuperCrew) Installing a child safety seat in the f...

The passenger seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tetherstrap anchors located behind the seats as described below. The tether anchors in your vehicle may be loops of webbing above theseatback or an anchor bracket behind the seat on the rear edge of theseat cushion. The rear seat in the ...

• You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tetheranchors. Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright positionbefore installing the child seat. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. • Front seat Regular Cab passengerside • Front seat Regular Cab center(located on back p...

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a childbeing injured in a collision greatly increases. 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 ar...

Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installationat the following seating positions (LATCH is not available on F150Regular cab) : • F150 SuperCab and SuperCrew The anchors on both sides of the center of the rear seat are provided forchild seats at the outboard seats, and are fu...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary. Information ontransfer case operation and shiftingprocedures can be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be foun...

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, if equipped).Inflate all t...

Age Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normalservice. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loadingconditions can accelerate the aging process.You should replace the spare tire when you replace the ot...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not...

Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rearsuspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recom...

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. ...

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

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

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...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: 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 vehi...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

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 B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide . Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unlo...

Crew Cab 4x4 (150.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.73 12200 (5534) 6400 (2902) 4.6L (with 18” tires) 3.73 11700 (5307) 5900 (2676) 5.4L (with 17” tires) 3.55 14000 (6350) 8100 (3674) 5.4L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.55 1...

Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowing procedure: 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 ...

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

• The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure nodamage is done to the internal transfer case components. The transfer case N (Neutral) position overrides the transmissionand puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmissiongearshift lever position. The vehicle can move forward o...

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

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. Note: If the engine does not start within fi...

If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions(flexible fuel vehicles only) 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to floor, thencrank the engine. 2. When the engine starts, release the key, then gradually release theaccelerator pedal as the engine speeds up. If the eng...

Base instrument cluster withand without tachometer Mid and Luxury instrumentcluster Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pressthe parking brake pedal down untilthe pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminateduntil the parking brake is released. Base instrume...

TRACTION CONTROL 姟 (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control 娂 system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle,especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roadsand gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to...

STEERING To help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump reservoirfluid level (below the MIN mark on...

PREPARING TO DRIVE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving thevehicle a h...

2. Open the center console bin.Using a screwdriver, carefully pry offthe console finish panel surroundingthe shifter mechanism by inserting ascrewdriver into the latch slot asshown. 3. Remove console finish panelassembly to expose the inside of thegearshift. 4. Press and hold the white buttonlocated...

• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear....

Maximum downshift speeds 1 4 - 3 45 mph (72 km/h) 17 mph (27 km/h) 3 - 2 35 mph (56 km/h) 13 mph (21 km/h) 2 - 1 20 mph (32 km/h) 7 mph (11 km/h) 1 Downshift at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces. Reverse 1. Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift intoR (Revers...

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when inreverse and when using the RSS. This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damagingthe vehicle. Th...

The RSS automatically turns onwhen the gearshift lever is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.An RSS control allows the driver toturn the RSS on and off. To turn theRSS off, the ignition must be ON,and the gear selector in R(Reverse). An indicator light on thecontrol will illuminate when the...

• 4X4 LOW – Momentarily illuminates when the engine isstarted. Illuminates when 4L isselected. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) – Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway driving. Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at highspeeds. 4H (4WD High) – Used ...

AWD (Auto) - Power delivered to all four wheels, as required, for increased traction. This is appropriate for all on-road driving conditions,such as dry road surfaces, wet pavement, snow, gravel and shallow sand. 4H (Lock) - The “4X4 HI” light will illuminate in the instrument cluster when this posi...

steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all fourwheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive component...

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damageto the transmission and tires may occur or the engine mayoverheat. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The ti...

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...

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...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

• The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity (TARC) is shown on the lowerright side of the vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. This is the weightof permanently-attached auxiliary equipment, such as snowplowframe-mounting hardware, that can be added to the vehicle and satisfyFord compliance certification...

Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger air bagSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) The SRS is designed to activate incertain frontal and offset frontal collisions when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. Careless or hi...

Engine temperature while plowing When driving with a plow, your engine may run at a higher temperaturethan normal because the attached snowplow blade will restrict airflow tothe radiator. If you are driving more than 15 miles (24 km) at temperatures abovefreezing, angle the plow blade either full le...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide forinformation on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and ...

HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is inany position or if the key is not inthe ignition. Push in the flasher control and allfront and rear direction signals willflash. Press the flasher...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover, to the left of thefuse box. The access cover needs tobe removed to reset the fuel pumpshut-off switch. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are app...

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, Audio forXL/STX 2 20A* Stop/Turn lamps, Brake on/offswitch 3 7.5A* Power mirrors, Memory seats andpedals 4 10A* DVD battery power, Power ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description R202 Half ISO relay Fog lamps R203 Half ISO relay PCM * Mini fuses ** Cartridge fuses Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender. • With Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 ...

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one...

• Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equip...

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 ...

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

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

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

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

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 dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful inachieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warr...

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party mediation/arbitration program administered by the CanadianMotor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relat...

For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website:www.helminc.com. (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check ormoney order.) Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner...

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 isavailable from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,o...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

• For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray GlassCleaner (ZC-23). 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 ca...

INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove d...

Leather seats for the King Ranch SuperCrew only (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grainleather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care andmaintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintai...

Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the KingRanch 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 Leather Conditioner, use another premiumleather conditioner...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer ca...

• Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift inN (Neutral).2. Block the wheels. To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burninjuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPE...

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

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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has man...

• If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • 4.2L V6 engine • 4.6L/5.4L V8 engine • If the oil level is below the lowerhole or the MIN mark, addenough oil to raise the levelwithin t...

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level indicator...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead andlead compounds. Wash hands after handling. Because your vehicle’s engine is also electronically controlled by acomputer, some control conditions are maintained by power from thebattery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery...

ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance information. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Co...

• A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, thecooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture ofengine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone(without engine coolant)...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may...

When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine...

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, w...

Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuelcomponents are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damagemay occur and your warranty may be invalidated. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks ...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel ga...

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 fueleconomy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general,...

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may re...

• Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat least four idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature....

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly,...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by an authorizeddealer. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagementconcerns and/or possibledamage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may a...

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 the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal ...

Changing the air filter element • 4.2L/4.6L engines 1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter element in place. 2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the open end of the air filterhousing. 4. Install a new air filter element. 5. Reas...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluidand clutchfluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to line or step(for clutch) onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremiumGold EngineCoolant(yellow-colored) 4.2L V6 engine 17.6 quarts (16.7L) 4.6L V8 ...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Front axle (4X4) Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY-80W-90-QL WSP-M2C197-A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Rear Axle Lubricant (synthetic) 1 XY-75W140-QL WSL-M2C192-A Brake fluid and clu...

2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of thecorrect type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct servi...

SuperCab Vehicledimensions Styleside 5.5’box - inches(mm) Styleside /Flareside 6.5’box - inches(mm) Styleside 8.0’box - inches(mm) (1) Overalllength 217.8 (5532) 229.8 (5837) 248.4 (6309) (2) Overallwidth 78.9 (2005) 78.9 (2005) 78.9 (2005) (3) Overallheight –4x2/4x4 74.1 (1881) /76.5 (1943) 73.5 (1...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehiclethrough your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessorieshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they arecustom designed to complement th...

A Accessory delay ..........................73 Air cleaner filter .......312–313, 315 Air conditioning ....................49, 52 Airbag supplementalrestraint system ................138–139 and child safety seats ............141description ..............................139disposal .....................

checking and adding ..............282dipstick ....................................282filter, specifications ........285, 315recommendations ...................285refill capacities ........................316specifications ..................319, 321 Exhaust fumes ..........................205 F Fail ...