Ford 2009 F-150 v.1- User Manual

Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste, cleaning andlubrication materials are significantsteps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol. CALIFORN...

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/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Special instructions For you...

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...

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this t...

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their vehicle. Only use cel...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Platinum 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 lig...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, orby applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the onp...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder 威 chime feature. Charging system (RTT): Displays when the battery is not chargi...

Transmission Tow/Haul Feature(six speed transmission only): Displays when the Tow/Haul featurehas been activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to thetransmission could occur. AdvanceT...

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis deactivated. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theftSystem has been activated. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turne...

Tachometer (if equipped): Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute. Driving withyour tachometer pointercontinuously at the top of the scalemay damage the engine. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H...

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. snowplowing, towingor off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenanceinformation for instructions. Operating the transmi...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is ...

another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate.The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are fewer than 10 strong stations, the system will store the lastone in the remaining presets. RDBS Radio Available only in ...

To auto load up to six discs– Press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD #. Load the desired disc, label side up. The systemwill prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert thediscs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the discin preset #1 will ...

TEXT: In MP3 mode only– Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available. In TEXT MODE: Sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the < / > indicator is active, press TEXT and thenpress SEEK to view the add...

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each forSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To savesatellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channelthen press and hold a memory preset number (0–9) until sound returns. TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While...

titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access thesaved titles and press to cycle through the saved titles. When the song title appears in the display that you would like to replace,press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. b. DELETE A SONG: Press OK to delete a song from t...

your four-digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and thedisplay will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED. d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset thePIN number to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TODEFA...

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fullycharged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headp...

location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow theportable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehi...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that i...

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fogand thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow fogging. Press this button again to return to the prev...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. 1. + Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed. 2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the wi...

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 5. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the tempera...

12. – Front fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed. 13. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both reardefroster and heated mir...

3. Manual override control: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to togglethrough the settings to choose: • : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mis...

9. PASS TEMP: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature onthe passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting isbetween 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. Thepassenger side temperature settin...

4. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger temperature control to increase/decrease the air temperature on thepassenger side of the vehicle. 5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Saf...

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selec...

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...

6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time(maximum of three minutes). At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on only when the headlamp control is in the...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from thecenter...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Front row map lamps (if equipped) To turn on the map lamps, press theouter edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument pan...

Rear 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 togg...

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position and openthe hood. 2. Remove the pushpin that holdsthe air deflector/protective coverfrom the upper inboard corner ofthe lamp. 3. Loosen the...

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. Rain sensing wipers (if equipped): The rain sensing wipers will automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshie...

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering up or downuntil you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering column w...

Memory feature The steering column positions are saved when doing a memory setfunction and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality featureswhen a memory position is selected through the remote entrytransmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the side of thedriver’s seat (if equi...

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power sliding back window. They may seriously injure themselves. Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned ...

With microphone The mirrors will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view whenbacking up. Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interiorrear view mirror since this may impair proper mirrorperformance. Do not c...

Note: 10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeated folding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the switch rearward duringfull travel, may cause the system to disable the fold/unfold function toprotect motors from overheating. Should this occur, wait approximatelythree minutes with...

Telescoping trailer tow mirrors (if equipped) The telescoping feature allows themirror to extend approximately3.5 inches (90 mm). This feature isespecially useful to the driver whentowing a trailer. Pull the mirrorsinward carefully when drivingthrough a narrow space. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF...

Automatic power deploy: • The running boards will extenddown and out when the doors areopened. Automatic power stow: • The running boards will return tothe stowed position when thedoors are closed. There will be atwo second delay before therunning boards move in to thestowed position. Manual power d...

Note: Do not use the running boards, front and rear hinge assemblies, running board motors, or the running board under body mounts to liftthe vehicle when jacking. Please utilize proper jacking points. Refer to Changing the tires in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. WARNING: In extreme climates, exc...

Navigation system/SYNC handsfree control features (ifequipped) Press control briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press VOL + or− to adjust volume. Press andhold to exit phone mode or end ...

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

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit). 5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note...

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...

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the on position, the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status prece...

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fueleconomy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery isdisconnected. Avera...

3. DOOR STATUS 4. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5. XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX 6. TBC GAIN = XX.XNO TRAILER (if equipped and no trailer connected) 7. TBC GAIN = XX.XOUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’...

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Whee...

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Whee...

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with atailgate lock designed to helpprevent theft 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 allow more room for loading....

Cross bars: Aluminum cross bars with T-slot channels in all four sides, and a latch mechanism that allows the end supports to snap over theexisting cleats. Cross bars are rated to hold loads up to 100 lb (45 kg)load evenly distributed between the two crossbars, and the T-slots aresized to accept ind...

Bed divider: This panel will keep small items up to 400 lb (180 kg) in position in the pickup box. Also includes T-slots to allow attachment ofindustry-standard roof rack accessories. • To remove bed divider, lift handle on each side and lift end supportshroud off of the cleat. • To install bed divi...

Side mounted tool bins: Watertight bins can be positioned at any point along the side rails and can be easily removed (even when full), andcarried to wherever the contents are needed. Each bin will hold up to60 lb (27 kg) of cargo, and has a drain plug for use as a cooler. Note: When multiple bins a...

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™ passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more i...

Autolock The autolock feature is available on vehicles with power locking. Thisfeature will lock all the doors when: • all the doors are closed, • the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, (for manualtransmission the park brake should not be engaged...

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will c...

Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the ...

One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated, press and release once to unlock the passenger doors and the rear cargo doors. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is ...

Activating the two-button memory switch (if equipped) To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat, power mirrors, adjustable pedals and steeringcolumn (if equipped) to the desired positions. 2. Press and hold either the 1 or 2control on the driver’s seat for fiveseconds. (A tone will be heard aft...

Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. Ifall remote entry transmitters are not present during the programmingprocedure, the transmitters that are not present during p...

• after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off ...

Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry keypad To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of eachother. Note: The d...

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flashonce every two seconds toindicate the SecuriLock™ systemis functioning as a theftdeterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator ...

SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...

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 seatback forward orbackward. 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus) Seating and Safet...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under t...

Heated and cooled seats (if equipped) The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dualelectronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) system. Heated seats WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord in...

To install a filter: • First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up inthe housing. Then push in on thecenter of the outside edge of thefilter and rotate up into thehousing until it clips into position. REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose of these...

Folding up the rear seats (SuperCab only) The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flippedup into a vertical storage position. 1. Pull control to release seatcushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until itlocks into vertical storage position. Returning the seat to seating positi...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姞 The Personal Safety System 威 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to helpfurther reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able toanalyze different occupant classifications an...

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off thepassenger front airbag when a rear facing child seat, a forward-facingchild restraint, or a booster seat is detected....

Determining if the Personal Safety System 姞 is operational The Personal Safety System 威 uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of th...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongu...

If the belt has been disconnected to carry large objects behind the seat,reconnect it as follows: • Buckle the small tongue on theend of the belt into themini-buckle on the driver’s side.The belt is now ready for use.This mini-buckle should staybuckled at all times unlesscargo-carrying makes it nece...

Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt(Front center seat position SuperCab and CrewCab only) WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. The front center lap belt tongue is designed to fit only in the correctbuckle. The tongue will not securely lat...

For long term storage, the lap belt can be placed into a pocket found onthe inside lid of the storage compartment. To store the lap belt, do thefollowing: 1. Open the storage compartmentlid. 2. Place the lap belt into the pocketfound on the inside lid of thestorage compartment. 3. Fold the center bu...

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...

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seating positions (except the driver position, which does not have this feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer toverify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In additio...

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned t...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 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 ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags 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 be...

WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend youleave the Belt-Minder 威 system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of in...

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The airbag supplemental restraint system is designed to work inconjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and frontoutboard passenger from certain uppe...

Important SRS precautions WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properlywear their safety belts, even whenan airbag (SRS) is provided. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat ifyour vehicle has a back seat. Rearfacing infant sea...

WARNING: The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position. WARNING: 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 airb...

all occupants, and airbag protection for the adults. All occupants of thevehicle should always properly wear their safety belts. Ensure the childis properly restrained in an appropriate child seat or with the use of abooster. A child or infant properly restrained in the center front seatshould not i...

deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as far away from the airbag cover as possible whilemaintaining vehicle control. WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the airbag has deployed, ...

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...

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system toaccommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide . WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat ma...

WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the airbag is not rep...

How does the Safety Canopy 姞 system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy 威 system included recommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk...

S.O.S. Post Crash Alert The S.O.S Post Crash Alert automatically flashes the turn signal lampsand sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event ofa serious impact that deploys an airbag (front, side, side curtain orSafety Canopy 威 ) or the safety belt pretensioners. The S.O.S. Po...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Smallch...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat orwith the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning bo...

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushionwhen the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug withoutlifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching thevehic...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): • F150 Regular Cab • F150 CrewCab and SuperCab Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown.The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere otherthan the correct tethe...

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g,convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and arearound four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner ...

The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you shouldnever use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use abooster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back ...

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 wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variat...

At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflateall tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automaticservice ...

To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile. If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot, (i.e. driven morethan 1 mile [1.6 km]), never “bleed” or reduce air pressure. The tires arehot from driving and it is norm...

cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety,tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not beused because they are...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

WARNING: If your 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 tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a p...

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. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

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. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

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. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low.Once the light is illuminated, ...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure tires are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2. After inflating your tires tothe manufacturer’srecommended inflationpres...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condi...

TPMS reset procedure (if applicable) The TPMS reset tool is ONLY provided for vehicles with differentfront and rear tire pressures. The TPMS reset procedure needs tobe performed after tire rotation only on these vehicles. WARNING: To determine if your vehicle has different recommended pressures for ...

2. Press and release the brakepedal. 3. Cycle the ignition from off to onthree (3) times ending in the onposition— DO NOT start the engine. 4. Press and hold the brake pedalfor two (2) seconds, then release. 5. Turn the ignition to off— DO NOT remove the key. 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 1st Print...

9. Press and release the green button and hold the tool to the tiresidewall until the horn sounds. The red light on the TPMS reset tool willilluminate while the tool is active. The horn will sound once within10 seconds to indicate the process was successful. Note: • If a double horn chirp is heard, ...

Note : Do not place chains on the following tires sizes: P265/60R18, P275/65R18, LT275/70R17, LT275/65R18, P275/55R20, and P275/45R22. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch anywiring,...

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....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I, II, III or IV trailer provided the maximumtrailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listedfor your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. If your vehicle is not equipped with a heavy-duty trailer towing package,the ...

Crew Cab 4x4 (157” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L 3V 3.55 13500 (6123) 7700 (3493) 3.73 15100 (6849) 9300 (4218) 5.4L 3.31 14000 (6350) 8100 (3674) 3.55 15500 (7031) 9600 (4354) 3.73 15500 (7031) 17100 (7756)* 9600 (4354) 11100 (5035)* *M...

2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpersat the center of the vehicle. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so thatthe front bumper height is within 1 ⁄ 2 inch (13 mm) of the reference point. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper shou...

WARNING: The Ford TBC has only been verified to be compatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to four axles) and not hydraulic surge or electric-over-hydraulictypes. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the trailerbrakes are adjusted appropriately, function...

3. GAIN setting display: Shows the current GAIN setting. This will illuminate when a trailer is connected, flash if the trailer becomesdisconnected, or remain off if no trailer is connected. 4. +/– (GAIN adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons will adjust the TBC’s power output to the trailer br...

4. Use the GAIN adjustment (+/–) buttons to increase or decrease theGAIN setting to the desired starting point. A GAIN setting of 6.0 is agood starting point for heavier loads. 5. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, level surface ata speed of 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h) and squeeze t...

Note: Your TBC can be diagnosed by your authorized dealer to determine exactly which trailer fault has occurred; however, if the faultis with the trailer this diagnosis is not covered under your Ford warranty. Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the TBC for the firstti...

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 a5,000 lb (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb (227 kg) tongue weightcapacity. If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball p...

• The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. • If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hillyconditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, considerrefilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already soequipped. Refer to the Main...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. Note: The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unlessthe gearshift lever is securelylatched in P (Park). 2. Accessory — allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio to...

4. Make sure the parking brake isset. 5. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to ...

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails tostart, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping theaccelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate abovecran...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating infor...

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is productcertified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be usedoutdoors, i...

of energy per hour. Your factory installed block heater system does nothave a thermostat; however, maximum temperature is attained afterapproximately three hours of operation. Block heater operation longerthan 3 hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarilyuse additional electrici...

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringstart up, remains on or flashes, theABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. If...

WARNING: Trailer sway control does not prevent a trailer from swaying, it mitigates the sway from increasing once it has occurred. If you are experiencing trailer sway it is likely that the traileris improperly loaded for the correct tongue weight or the speed of thevehicle and trailer is too high. ...

PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased gro...

Brake-shift interlock – floor-shift transmission This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (...

System indicator lights • 4X2 - Momentarily illuminates when 2H is selected on electronicshift 4WD systems only. • 4X4 HIGH - Illuminates when 4H is selected. • 4X4 LOW – Illuminates when 4L is selected. Note: When a 4X4 system fault is present, the warning CHECK 4X4 will display in the message cent...

3. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. The message center will display 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS during the shift. The message center will then display the system mode selected. If any of the above shift conditions are not met, the shift will not occurand the message center will display inform...

Activating the electronic locking differential (ELD) The ELD can be turned on bypulling the knob on the 4WD controltoward you while the control is ineither 4H or 4L mode. Once the knob is pulled, the lightlocated on the control will blink forapproximately two seconds and thenit will remain solid. On...

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering 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 principl...

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 ...

Installing the snowplow Weight limits and guidelines for selecting and installing the snowplow canbe found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplowsection, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas. A typical installationaffects the following: • Certification to government safety laws such ...

above freezing. Angle the blade to maximize airflow to the radiator andmonitor engine temperature to determine whether a left or right angleprovides the best performance. Snowplowing with your airbag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger air bagSupplemental Restraint ...

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...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehicle by doing the following: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the off position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the on position. In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try torestart and ...

COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural — — — 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A — — Orange Green Green 50A — — Red Red Red 60A — — Blue Yellow Yellow 70A — — Tan — Bro...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Moon roof 2 15A Not used (spare) 3 15A Not used (spare) 4 30A Not used (spare) 5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake ShiftInterlock (BSI), SJBmicroprocessor power 6 20A Turn signals, Stop lamps 7 10A Low beam hea...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 35 10A Rear park assist 36 5A PATS transceiver 37 10A Not used (spare) 38 20A Subwoofer 39 20A Radio, Navigation display 40 20A Not used (spare) 41 15A EC mirror, Door lock switchillumination, Radio accessorydelay 42 10A Not used (spare) 43 10A ...

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damageto the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing ofthe flat tire, have the a...

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to im...

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as ...

Removing the spare tire 1. Use the ignition key to removethe lock cylinder from the accesshole of the bumper to allow accessto the guide tube. Assemble the jackhandle as shown in the illustration. 2. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube through the accesshole in...

• Rear WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your bodyunder the vehicle while changing atire. Do not start the engine whenyour vehicle is on the jack. Thejack is only meant for changingthe tire. • Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. 6. Remove...

6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumperdrive tube with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (rotation, flat tire,...

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portablefuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel. Do not insert the no...

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 both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other movingparts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach th...

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

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

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member 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...

Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, orvisit the Ford ESP ...

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

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmentaleffects. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Pr...

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 ...

5.4L ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42). •...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A),available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid containsspecial solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and w...

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrumentpanel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2. Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A) [InCanada use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (...

LEATHER SEATS(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH SUPERCREW) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. For King Ranch SuperCrew leather seats, refer to separatesection in this chapter. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylClean...

• Clean spills as quickly as possible. • Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of theleather as cleaners may darken the leather. For more specific cleaninginformation, contact the King Ranch Saddle Shop at 1–800–282–KING(5464). • Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange jui...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Customer Infor...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated on the front bumper under the grill. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. 2009 F-15...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L V8 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Transmission fluid dipstick (4.6L 2V only) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap...

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...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the locktab to release the blade and pull thewiper blade down toward thewindshield to remove it from thearm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into placeuntil a...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insertthe dipstick fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes orbetween the MIN and MAXmarks (depending onapplication), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If ...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and f...

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...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, ...

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly tur...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely col...

WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures,damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated. WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and...

Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel fillersystem. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert thefuel filler nozzle into the fuel system. The Easy Fuel™ system isself-sealing and protected against dust, dirt, water and snow/i...

Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet. Choosing the right fuel If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADEDFUEL and FUEL ETHANOL (Ed75–Ed85). If your vehicle is not a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), then onl...

Octane recommendations Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you areusing fuel with the recommendedoctane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. Unleaded Gasoline Engines Your vehicle is d...

FFV engine Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel around the fuel fill inlet. It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. If you doswitch fuels, it is recommended that you add as much fuel aspossible—at least half a tank. Do not add less than five gallons (18.9 L)when refueling....

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 Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempt...

5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Calculation 2: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cit...

Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled mainte...

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...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal a...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking 4-speed automatic transmission fluid 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, i.e.,...

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and result in damage to internal transmission components. Checking 6-speed automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have a transmiss...

AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle da...

8. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Becareful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filterhousing and cover and ensure thatthe tabs on the edge are properlyaligned into the slots. 9. Slip the air tube onto the air filterhousing and tighten the air-tubeclamp b...

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 yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

A Accessory delay ..........................74 AdvanceTrac ..............................271 Air cleaner filter ...............386, 389 Air conditioning ........41, 44, 46, 49 manual heating and airconditioning system .................41 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................178–179, 1...

fail-safe cooling .......................366idle speed control ...................360lubrication specifications .......390refill capacities ........................390service points ..................354–355 Engine block heater .................267 Engine oil ..................................357 ch...

V Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................395 Vehicle loading ..........................241 Ventilating your vehicle ...........267 W Warning lights (see Lights) .......12 Washer fluid ..............................356 Water, Driving through .............305 Wind...