Ford 2011 F-150 v.3- User Manual

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

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 ty...

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

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster shown in standard measure; metricsimilar. Uplevel clusters similar. 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 ...

Uplevel message center Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT)indicator lights and will illuminate inthe message center. These lightsfunction the same as the otherwarning lights. The first threepositions will only display onewarning telltale at a time; the lastthree positions can...

Powertrain malfunction/Reducedpower/Electronic throttlecontrol (RTT): Displays when the engine has defaulted to a“limp-home” operation or when a transmission problem has beendetected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have thesystem serviced immediately by your authorized deale...

Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for...

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s door is ope...

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic...

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedlyto cycle the message center throughthe following features: RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK When this message appears, pressthe RESET button and the messagecenter will begin to cycle throughthe following systems and provide astatu...

Press the RESET button to turn it on or off. EASY ENTRY This feature automatically moves the driver’s seat backwards for easyexit/entry from the vehicle. Press the RESET button to turn the easy entry/exit seat on or off. REAR PARK AID (if equipped) This feature sounds a tone to warn the driver of ob...

SLOW VEHICLE TO XX MPH FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic lockingdifferential mode has not been met. CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL (if equipped) — Displayed when an electronic locking differential (ELD) system fault is present. Formore information, r...

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster. Use thesteering wheel mounted buttons to navigate through the message center. Press the up/down buttons to moveup/down through the messagecenter choices. Press the left/right buttons to moveleft/right through the messagecenter choices....

When “Press OK for options” is displayed, pressing OK will open thetrailer options menus: Trailer Change ActiveTrailer When this is highlighted, press the right arrow keyto change the currently selected trailer. Use the upand down arrows to select a trailer and press theOK button to choose the highl...

Trailer Rename Trailer Press the right arrow button when this is highlightedto display saved or default trailers. Use the up/downbuttons to highlight a trailer and press OK to selectit. Use the up/down arrow buttons to change thecharacters as needed. When done, press OK toaccept the change. Reset Tr...

Vehicle Autolamp Delay Off or XXX seconds DTE Calculation(distance toempty) Normal History Used Towing History Used Easy Entry/Exit On/Off Locks Autolock, On/Off Autounlock On/Off Unlocking One Stage or Two Stage Menu Control Standard: with standard set, pressing the up/downarrows from a lower level...

MyKey Create MyKey Hold OK to create MyKey *AdvanceTrac Always on or Selectable *MAX Speed 80 MPH (120 km/h) or Off *Speed Warning 45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or 105 km/h), Off *Volume Limiter On/Off *Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys *Only displays if MyKey is programmed. Language English, Español,...

Some items will only display during a system check if a problem hasbeen detected. If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems, themessage center will display the number of warnings that need immediateattention in red and the number of informational warnings will be listedin amber. Use the up/...

HILL DESCENT - DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is deactivated and the drivermust resume control. HILL DESCENT CONTROL FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present. HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped) — Di...

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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility ...

To change RDBS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDBS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use SEEK to toggle RDBS between ON/OFF. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDBSCATEGORY will appear in the display.Press to scroll through all possible categories. When the desired category appears in the d...

SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes. TUNE: Turn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite station. DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset button...

SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu.Press to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY- Press OK to enter category mode. Press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Roc...

d. DISABLE ALERTS/ENABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when yourselected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The systemdefault is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appearin the display. The menu listing will display the opposit...

FADE: Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensatefor road and wind noise. The default setting is off. Use SEEK to adjust between SPEED OF...

Auxiliary input jack (Line in — 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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is ...

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port located on the instrumentpanel. This feature allows you toplug in media playing devices,memory sticks, and also to chargedevices if they support this feature.For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 ...

• Wipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and...

MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structureas follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode(system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on trackand folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in th...

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 Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. + Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed. 2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the...

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 full automatic operation. Select the desired temperature using the temperature ...

11. Power/Driver temperature: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is preventedfrom entering the vehicle through the vents. Turn to increase/decreasethe air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control alsoadjusts the passenger si...

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...

14. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshieldof fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air toreduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previousair flow selection. TOU...

Max A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is moreeconomical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduceundesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press MAX A/C again fornormal operation. VOICE COMMANDS...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument p...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp controlclockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise 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 no...

High beams Pull the lever fully past the detentto activate. Pull the lever fully againto deactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. In order for the DRLs to function:...

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...

• Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and hold. The turnsignals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position. 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 ...

BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist airenters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility thatcondensation can occur when the temperature is...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps 2 H13/9008 Front park/turn lamps 2 3157NA (natural amber) Front sidemarker 2 168 Fog lamps 2 9140 Backup lamp (styleside) 2 921 Backup lamp (Harley) 2 921 Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/taillamp (styleside) 4 3057K High-mount brakelamp 1 912 Cargo lamp 2 91...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker 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 three retaining bolts(two at top of lamp...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate toward you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed-dependent wipers (if equipped): When the wiper control is set to any of the interval settings except the longest pause set...

Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick press and hold: thewipers will swipe three times withwasher fluid. • a long press and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated forup to ten seconds. Note: Do not op...

WARNING: Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. Power Tilt/Telescope Steering Column (if equipped) The steering column can beadjusted using the control on theside of the steering column. Pressand hold the front or rear of thecontrol to adjust the telescope.Press and hold the to...

On vehicles with memory feature, to prevent damage to the steeringcolumn, the steering column is designed to set a stopping position justshort of the end of the column position. If the steering columnencounters an object while moving up or down, a new stopping positionwill be set. To reset the steer...

The power point can switch to a fault mode when it is overloaded,overheated, or shorted. For overloading and shorting conditions, unplugyour device and turn the ignition key off then on. For an overheatingcondition, let the system cool off, then turn the ignition key off then on.The 110V AC power po...

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or b...

Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or untilany door is opened. INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support armwhich lets you adjust the mi...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors (if equipped) WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 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 direc...

On vehicles not equipped with rear defrost, press the heated mirrorcontrol located on the climate control panel. For more information refer to the Climate Controls chapter. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the Auto dimming feature, the mirror glass is thicker and will take longer to defrost. D...

Using speed controls The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The followingbuttons work with speed control: – SET +: Press to set a speed or to increase or decrease the set speed. CNCL (Cancel)/RSM (Resume): Press to cancel or resume a setspeed. ON/OFF: Press to turn speed control on or...

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Radio control features – VOL + (Volume): Press to decrease or increase the volume. (Seek): Press to select the previous/next radio stationpreset, CD track or satellite radiostation preset depending on whichmedia mode you are in. MEDIA: Press repeatedly to scroll...

For further information on the SYNC 威 system, refer to the SYNC 威 supplement. Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands-free 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...

To open the moon roof: Press and release the SLIDE control, the moonroof will open automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof. To close the moon roof: Pull and release the SLIDE control, the moonroof will close automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof. Bounce-back: Wh...

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixedcode uses the same coded signal every time. It is manuallyprogrammed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code. If you do not know if your garagedoor opener is a rolling code orfixed code device, open your garagedoor opener’...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the foot well of your vehicle.Only use floor mats that leave thepedal area unobstructed. Only usefloor mats that are firmly securedto retention posts so that theycannot slip out of position andinterfer...

TAILGATE LOCK 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. WARNING: Alwa...

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 Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo integrated keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-p...

MyKey 威 restricted features Standard settings – These settings cannot be changed • The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder 威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder 威 operation. • Low fu...

Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey 威 system warnings displays. Using MyKey 威 with remote start systems MyKey 威 is not compatible with non Ford-approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please seeyour authorized dealer f...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ignition back ...

Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the offposition. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entrycode. 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 7 ...

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of theFCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interferen...

Two step door unlocking 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section) if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position. 2. Press and release again within th...

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is off. Memory feature (seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals) The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) allows you to recall thememory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. Press to automatically move the driver seat, power mirrors and ...

Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot nearthe key ring to remove the batterycover (1). Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 2. Carefully peel up the rubbergasket (2) from the transmi...

The remote start system will not work if: • The ignition is in the on position. • The alarm system is triggered. • The feature has been disabled. • The hood is not closed. • Two remote vehicle starts have already been attempted within the lasthour. • The vehicle is not in P (Park). Starting the engi...

Turning the engine off after using remote start • Press one time. The parking lamps will turn off. You may have to be closer to the vehicle than when starting due toground reflection and the added noise of the running engine. You can disable or enable the remote start system through the messagecente...

SECURILOCK 姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from beingstarted unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead ...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by pressing the control on your remote entry transmitter. • Turn the ignition to the on position with a programmed coded ignitionkey. • Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad. • If using a ke...

FRONT SEATS 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...

Front seat • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place. Seating and Safety Restraints 165 2011 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)

• To gain access to the storagecompartment (if equipped) inyour armrest, lift the latch toopen the lid. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) For more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward the...

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward side of the controlfor additional support. Press the rear side of the control toreduce support. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the ...

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Move the switch to raise or lowerthe front or rear portion of the seatcushion. Move the switch to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Power recline (if equipped) Move the switch to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Seati...

Cooled seats The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running. To operate the cooled seats: Press the cooled seat button/symbolto cycle through the various coolingsettings and off. Cooler settings areindicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the cooled...

3. Remove filter. To install a filter: 1. First, position the filter in itshousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up in thehousing. 2. Push in on the center of theoutside edge of the filter and rotateup into the housing until it clips intoposition. REAR SEATS Second row head rest...

The adjustable head restraintsconsist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foamand structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/releasebutton (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/removebutton (4). The second row head restraints look differently than the front headrestraints, but function s...

Folding up the rear seats (SuperCrew vehicles only) The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flippedup into a vertical storage position. • Rotate the seat cushion up bylifting on the corner until it locksinto vertical storage position. Returning the seat to seating position ...

position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. 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 th...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not function properly in the event of acollision. Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. WARNING: Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a ...

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belton the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under thearm. 2) Never swing the safety belt aro...

Safety belt systems equipped with an energy management retractor mustbe replaced if they were in use during a frontal collision which resultedin deployment of the frontal airbags. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. Safety belt locking modes All safety restraints in the veh...

How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt (front safetybelt/buckle shown, rear similar). 2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. Thi...

When the Safety Canopy 威 System and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passengerseating positions will be activated when the respective seatbelt isproperly buckled. WARNING: The driver and the right front passenger safety belt system (inc...

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,pull on the center button and slidethe height adjus...

If... Then... The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately1 minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 6 mph and1-2 minutes have elapsed sincethe ignition switch has beenturned to ON... The Belt-Minder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt warning lightillumi...

Reasons given... Consider... “Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wri...

• This will enable the Belt-Minder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the restraint system warninglight will flash four times per second for three seconds, followed bythree seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint systemwarning light f...

The airbag supplemental restraint system consists of: • driver and passenger dual stage airbag modules (which include theinflators and airbags). • side airbags and Safety Canopy 威 . Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system and Safety Canopy 威 system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and sa...

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...

WARNING: 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 ofinjury in a collision. Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regul...

The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind youthat the front passenger frontalairbag is disabled. The indicatorlamp is located in the center stackof the instrument panel just above the radio. Note : ...

Objects Pass Airbag OffIndicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavybriefcase, fully packedluggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or smallto medium object withsafety belt buckled Lit Disabled In case there is a problem with thef...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness lights will eitherflash or stay lit. • The readiness lights will notilluminate immediately afterignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the...

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...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system maynot function properly in the event of a collision. SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds thehorn thr...

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safetyorganizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Fordrecommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety...

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 ...

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. 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 c...

Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions(center seating use) The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced25.7 inches (652 mm) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH loweranchors is 11 inches (280 mm) center to center. A child seat with rigidLATCH ...

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 ...

Once the child safety seat has been installed using either the safety belt,the lower anchors of the LATCH system, or both, you can attach the toptether strap. Front seat tether strap attachment (Regular cab) 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat andunder the head rest...

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

3. Tighten the tether strapaccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child beinginjured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and thechild restraint manufacturer recom...

• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the...

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thiscondition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the boosterseat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. The importance of shoul...

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...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment 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 ...

INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressurewithout appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure o...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay af...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in yourowner...

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...

To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with a TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function o...

TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tirerotation on vehicles that require different recommended tirepressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle, refer to the Safety Compliance C...

8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. Training is complete after the horn sounds for the last tire trained(...

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch anywiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang aga...

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....

• Example only: 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. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...

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. When driving with a trailer or payload, a slight takeoff vibration orshudder ...

SuperCab Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum Trailer Weight - lb (kg) 2WD 163” wheelbase 3.5L (Heavy Payload Package) 3.73 17100 (7756) 11300 (5126) 5.0L (Heavy Payload Package) 3.73 15300 (6940) 9600 (4355) 4WD 163” wheelbase 3.5L (Heavy Payload Package) 3.73 17100 (7756) 11200 (5...

Note: When taking into consideration trailer frontal area, ensure not to exceed: • 45 ft 2 (4.18 m 2 ) without the Trailer Tow Package or the Heavy Payload Package. • 60 ft 2 (5.52 m 2 ) with the Trailer Tow Package or the Heavy Payload Package. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a...

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

The TBC user interface consists ofthe following: 1. +/- (GAIN adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons adjusts the TBC’s power output tothe trailer brakes (in0.5 increments). The GAIN settingcan be increased to a maximum of10.0 or decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking). Pressing andhold...

2. Manual control lever: Slide the control lever to the left to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’sbrakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for instructions on proper use of this feature). If the manual control isactivated while the ...

Explanation of instrument cluster warning messages: The TBC interacts with the instrument cluster message center to displaythe following messages: TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT: This message is displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC.In the event this messag...

• The TBC interacts with the brake system of the vehicle, includingABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lock-up;therefore, if these systems are not functioning properly, the TBC maynot function at full performance. • Your vehicle’s brake system and the trailer brake system workind...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached; anticipatestops and brake gradually. If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC, you may experience AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC activations during typical cornering maneuvers with a heavily loaded trailer; this is normal. Cornering ...

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • Causing internal damage to the components. • Affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or ...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. Note: In order to switch off the engine while thevehicle is in motion, shift to neutraland use the brakes to bring thevehicle to a safe stop. After thevehicle has stopped, turn the engi...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start). 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine begins cranking. Your vehiclehas a computer assisted crankingsystem that assists in starting theengine. After releasing the key fromthe 4 (start) ...

If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E 85 ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of E 85 ethanol nor an engine block heater is available, the addition of unleaded gasoline to your tank willimprove cold starting performance. Your vehicle is designed to operateon E 85 ethanol ...

• Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your falltune-up to be sure it’s in good working order. How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment...

Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stoppingdistance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retainsteering control during ha...

Electronic stability control (ESC) Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severelyor avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if nece...

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. ...

• Some noise is normal during operation. If excessive, check for lowpower steering pump fluid level before seeking service by yourauthorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steeringpump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level beforeseeking ser...

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 pressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Pa...

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may no...

1 (First) • Transmission operates in 1st gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • 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 (Drive) only. • Press the a...

M (Manual) With the gearshift lever in M (Manual), the driver can change gears upor down as desired. This is called SelectShift Automatic™ transmission(SST) mode. By moving the gearshift lever from drive position D (Drive)to M (Manual), you now have control of selecting the gear you desireusing butt...

Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean thesensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it willaffect the accuracy of the RSS.If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned ...

Visual park aid alert (if equipped) Visual park aid alert allows the driver to see the area that is causing thereverse sensing system to beep. The visual alerts are red, yellow or greenhighlights which appear on top of the video image when an object isdetected by the reverse sensing system. The visu...

When towing, the reverse camera system will only see what is beingtowed behind the vehicle. This might not provide adequate coverage as itusually provides in normal operation and some objects might not beseen. Fixed guidelines and visual park aid alert features are only availablewhen the vehicle is ...

Press and on the steering wheel controls to select a zoomoption. You can choose from OFF,Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. Usethe OK button to make a selection.When activating manual zoom mode,the system will always start fromOFF. The manual zoom feature is not available on vehicles equipped arearview m...

The camera lens for the reverse camera system is located on the tailgate.Keep the lens clean so the video image remains clear and undistorted.Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. Note: If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted, it may be covered with...

Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), havethe system inspected by your authorized dealer. • If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering thelens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clearafter cleaning, have your sys...

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. 4WD shouldnot be operated on dry pavement; driveline dama...

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 (4X4 high) or 4L (4X4low) mode. Once the knob is pulled, thelight located on the control willblink for approximately two secondsand then it w...

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highwayreflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt asudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slidesideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be yo...

• In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do notattempt any sharp steering wheel movements. WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel ...

Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant shouldbe replaced. After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes animbalance th...

WARNING: If you are driving in slippery conditions that require tire chains or cables, then it is critical that you drive cautiously. Keep speeds down, allow for longer stopping distances and avoidaggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle controlwhich can lead to serious injury ...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly. Never drive through waterthat is higher than the bottom ofthe wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.Also, ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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,...

U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearestdealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford ve...

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 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural — Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A — — Orange Green Green 50A — — Red Red Red 60A — — Blue Yellow Yellow 70A — — Tan — Brown 80A —...

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 — Powertrain control module (PCM)relay (3.7L, 5.0L and 6.2Lengines) ...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), th...

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-wheel driving capability (...

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire is located under the vehicle, just forward of the rearbumper. The jack, jack handle and lug wrench are located in thefollowing locations: Body Style Location Regular Cab Attached to a floor bracketbehind/under the driver’s seat (foreasier access mo...

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 t...

3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowedposition underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handleincreases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips whenthe tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of yourability, to the ...

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean rag and apply grease.Apply grease only to the wheel pilothole surface by smearing a “dime”(1 square cm) sized glob of greasearound the wheel pilot sur...

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

1. Connect the positive (+) jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. 2. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable tothe negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the fi...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 1. Remove the jumper cable fromthe ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on thenega...

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 authorizeddealer. 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 satisfaction. Plea...

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...

You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: F...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing orlaundry liquid. These products can ...

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 ...

3.5L Ecoboost™ 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 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Rem...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft 威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A) in the U.S., or Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B,D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. Thiswasher fluid contains special soluti...

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. Wipe the surface with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. For morethorough cleaning, use a mild soap and wate...

LEATHER SEATS(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION) For King Ranch 威 leather seats, refer to a separate section in this chapter. • Clean spills and stains as quickly as possible. • For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. Formore thorough cleaning, wipe the surface...

Scratches Natural Markings - Because the leather in the seat comes from genuinesteer hides, there will be evidence of naturally occurring markings, suchas small scars. These markings give character to the seating covers andshould be considered as proof of a genuine leather product. In order to lesse...

FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality productsavailable to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These qualityproducts have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the style andap...

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 to find out wh...

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. Maintenan...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.7L V6 engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Battery 3. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil filler cap (out of view) 8. Power distribution box 1 2 3 4 5 ...

3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Battery 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 8. Power distribution box 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 4 Maintenance and Specifications 378 2011 F-150 (f12) Owners Gu...

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 specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

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 many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...

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

Change your engine oil according to the appropriate schedule listed inthe scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and design...

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft 威 oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. If your batter...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

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 ...

in some cases after charging the battery with the external charger, theBMS requires eight hours of vehicle sleep time (key off with doorsclosed) to relearn the new battery state of charge. Prior to relearning thestate of charge, the BMS may disable electrical features (to protect thebattery) earlier...

• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coola...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the eng...

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine c...

When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speedoperation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine iscapable of completely shutting down automatically to pre...

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...

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Easy Fuel 姞 “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel filler system. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuelfiller nozzle into the fuel system. The ...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel 威 “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet If your vehi...

Some stations offer fuels posted as ⬙ Regular ⬙ with an octane rating below 87, particularly in highaltitude areas. Fuels with octanelevels below 87 are notrecommended for either engine. Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily while you areusing fuel...

Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. Itshould not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating. These products have not been approved for your engine andcould cause damage to the fue...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

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...

1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn thesteering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the...

Transmission fluid should be checked by an authorized dealer. Ifrequired, fluid should be added by an authorized dealer. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and result in damage to internal tr...

Changing the air filter element 1. Locate the mass air flow sensorelectrical connector on the air outlettube. This connector will need to beunplugged. 2. Reposition the locking clip on theconnector (connector shown frombelow for clarity), squeeze theconnector and pull it off of the airoutlet tube. 3...

10. Reconnect the mass air flowsensor electrical connector to theoutlet tube. Make sure the lockingtab on the connector is in the“locked” position (connector shownfrom below for clarity). Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty ma...

Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle arecovered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage,...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.7L V6 engine 5.0L V8 engine 6.2L V8 engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine Air filter element FA-1883 FA-1883 FA-1883 FA-1883 Battery BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Oil Filter FL-500-S FL-500-S FL-820-S FL-500-S Spark plugs 1 1 1 1 1 For spark plug replaceme...

ENGINE DATA Engine 3.7L V6 Engine 5.0L V8 Engine 6.2L V8 Engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ Engine Cubic inches 226 302 378 214 Fuel Minimum 87 octane or E85 Minimum 87 octane or E85 Minimum 87 octane Minimum 87 octane Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-4-2-5-3-6 Ignition system Coil o...

Engine drivebelt routing 3.7L engine 5.0L engine 6.2L engine Maintenance and Specifications 420 2011 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)

3.5L EcoBoost™ engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety ComplianceCertification Label be affixed to avehicle and prescribe where theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel may be located. The...

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom 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 the ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up t...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for yourvehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against majorrepair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance andmay also help to increase the value of ...

Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complexperformance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems usingdifferent specifications and performance features. That’s why it’simportant to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repairyour vehicle. Ford Motor Compa...

Convenience Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to makeyour service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service? Factory-trained technicians Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsoredcertification training to help them become experts on the operati...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG 3.5L, 3.7L and 5.0L engines For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message centerwhich determines the proper oil change service interval. You shouldperform the engine oil change as indicated by the message center. Themessage center will display ENG...

3.5L, 3.7L and 5.0L engines Oil Change S ervice Interval* 1 23456789 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 Change engine oil and filter • •••••••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth • •••••••••••••• Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , looseness or drag • •••...

Every 150,000 miles(240,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter(except 5–speed TorqShift 威 transmission) (filter not required on 6F35, 6F50, DPS6 and AWF-21transmissions); consult dealer for requirements Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Change manual transmission fluid (Escape) ...

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS - 3.5L, 3.7L AND 5.0L ENGINES If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintainedmore frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid (except6R80 and TorqShift 威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles(96,000 km) Change...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS - 6.2L ENGINE If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to have some items maintainedmore frequently. If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the ...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listedbelow: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped withFord-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluidunless a lea...

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M...

A Accessory delay ........................106 AdvanceTrac ..............................286 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................194–195, 203, 206 and child safety seats ............197description ..............195, 203, 206disposal ....................................209driver airbag...

Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................348running out of fuel .........348, 399 Emission control system ..........404 Engine ................................419–420 cleaning ...................................364coolant .....................................386fail-safe cooling...