Ford F150 2018 Owner's Manual

2018 F-150 Owner’s Manual

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May 2018

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Owner’s Manual

F-150

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The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

Part Number: 201709 20180419162906

California Proposition 65

WARNING: Operating, servicing and

maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

Wash your hands after handling.

Introduction

About This Manual ..........................................7

Symbols Glossary ............................................7

Data Recording .................................................9

Perchlorate ........................................................11

Ford Credit .........................................................11

Replacement Parts Recommendation

............................................................................12

Special Notices ...............................................12

Mobile Communications Equipment

............................................................................13

Export Unique Options ................................14

Environment

Protecting the Environment .......................15

At a Glance

Instrument Panel Overview .......................16

Child Safety

General Information ......................................18

Installing Child Restraints ...........................19

Booster Seats ..................................................31

Child Restraint Positioning ........................33

Child Safety Locks ........................................35

Seatbelts

Principle of Operation .................................36

Fastening the Seatbelts ..............................37

Seatbelt Height Adjustment ......................41

Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator

Chime .............................................................41

Seatbelt Reminder ........................................42

Child Restraint and Seatbelt

Maintenance ...............................................44

Seatbelt Extension .......................................44

Personal Safety System™

Personal Safety System™ ........................46

Supplementary Restraints

System

Principle of Operation ..................................47

Driver and Passenger Airbags ..................48

Front Passenger Sensing System ...........49

Side Airbags .....................................................51

Safety Canopy™ ............................................52

Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator .......54

Airbag Disposal ..............................................54

Keys and Remote Controls

General Information on Radio

Frequencies .................................................55

Remote Control .............................................55

Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control

...........................................................................61

MyKey™

Principle of Operation .................................62

Creating a MyKey ..........................................63

Clearing All MyKeys ......................................64

Checking MyKey System Status .............64

Using MyKey With Remote Start

Systems ........................................................65

MyKey Troubleshooting ..............................65

Doors and Locks

Locking and Unlocking ................................67

Keyless Entry ...................................................70

Tailgate

Tailgate Lock ....................................................72

Manual Tailgate ..............................................72

Electronic Tailgate .........................................72

Removing the Tailgate .................................73

Tailgate Step ...................................................74

Bed Extender ...................................................75

Security

Passive Anti-Theft System .........................77

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Anti-Theft Alarm ..........................................80

Power Running Boards

Using Power Running Boards ....................81

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles

With: Manual Adjustable Steering

Column .........................................................83

Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles

With: Power Adjustable Steering

Column .........................................................83

Audio Control .................................................84

Voice Control ..................................................85

Cruise Control .................................................85

Information Display Control .....................86

Heated Steering Wheel ..............................86

Pedals

Adjusting the Pedals ....................................87

Wipers and Washers

Windshield Wipers .......................................88

Autowipers ......................................................88

Windshield Washers ....................................89

Lighting

General Information ....................................90

Lighting Control .............................................90

Autolamps ........................................................91

Instrument Lighting Dimmer .....................91

Daytime Running Lamps ............................92

Automatic High Beam Control .................92

Front Fog Lamps ...........................................93

Direction Indicators ......................................94

Spot Lamps ....................................................94

Interior Lamps ................................................95

Windows and Mirrors

Power Windows .............................................97

Exterior Mirrors ...............................................98

Interior Mirror ..................................................101

Sliding Windows ..........................................102

Sun Visors .......................................................102

Moonroof ........................................................102

Instrument Cluster

Gauges ............................................................104

Warning Lamps and Indicators ..............107

Audible Warnings and Indicators .............111

Information Displays

General Information ....................................112

Information Messages ...............................124

Climate Control

Manual Climate Control ............................142

Automatic Climate Control ......................143

Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate

.........................................................................145

Heated Windshield .....................................148

Heated Rear Window .................................148

Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................148

Cabin Air Filter ..............................................148

Remote Start ................................................148

Seats

Sitting in the Correct Position .................150

Head Restraints ...........................................150

Manual Seats ................................................152

Power Seats ...................................................153

Memory Function ........................................156

Rear Seats .......................................................157

Heated Seats .................................................157

Ventilated Seats ..........................................159

Front Seat Armrest .....................................159

Rear Seat Armrest ......................................160

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Universal Garage Door Opener

Universal Garage Door Opener ...............161

Auxiliary Power Points

Auxiliary Power Points ...............................165

Storage Compartments

Center Console .............................................167

Overhead Console ......................................168

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

General Information ...................................169

Ignition Switch ..............................................169

Keyless Starting ...........................................170

Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without:

Push Button Start ...................................170

Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles With:

Push Button Start ...................................170

Starting a Gasoline Engine ........................171

Starting a Diesel Engine ............................174

Switching Off the Engine ..........................178

Engine Block Heater ...................................178

Unique Driving Characteristics

Auto-Start-Stop ..........................................180

Fuel and Refueling

Safety Precautions .....................................183

Fuel Quality - Diesel ...................................183

Fuel Quality - E85 .......................................186

Fuel Quality - Gasoline ..............................187

Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular Cab

........................................................................188

Fuel Filler Funnel Location - SuperCab/

SuperCrew .................................................188

Running Out of Fuel ...................................188

Refueling ........................................................189

Fuel Consumption .......................................192

Engine Emission Control

Emission Law ................................................193

Catalytic Converter .....................................194

Selective Catalytic Reductant System

........................................................................196

Diesel Particulate Filter ............................200

Transmission

Automatic Transmission .........................206

Four-Wheel Drive

Using Four-Wheel Drive ............................212

Rear Axle

Electronic Locking Differential ..............220

Brakes

General Information ...................................222

Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes

........................................................................222

Electric Parking Brake ................................223

Hill Start Assist ............................................224

Traction Control

Principle of Operation ...............................226

Using Traction Control ..............................226

Stability Control

Principle of Operation ................................227

Using Stability Control ..............................228

Hill Descent Control

Principle of Operation ...............................230

Using Hill Descent Control ......................230

Parking Aids

Principle of Operation ...............................232

Rear Parking Aid ..........................................232

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Active Park Assist .......................................233

Rear View Camera ......................................237

360 Degree Camera ..................................240

Cruise Control

Principle of Operation ...............................243

Using Cruise Control ..................................243

Using Adaptive Cruise Control ..............244

Driving Aids

Driver Alert ......................................................251

Lane Keeping System ................................252

Blind Spot Information System ............256

Cross Traffic Alert .......................................260

Steering ..........................................................263

Pre-Collision Assist ....................................264

Drive Control ................................................268

Load Carrying

Load Retaining Fixtures ............................270

Load Limit .......................................................271

Bed Access ....................................................275

Bed Ramps ....................................................276

Towing

Towing a Trailer ............................................279

Trailer Reversing Aids .................................281

Trailer Sway Control ...................................291

Recommended Towing Weights ...........291

Essential Towing Checks .........................303

Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels ......310

Driving Hints

Breaking-In .....................................................313

Economical Driving .....................................313

Off-Road Driving ..........................................314

Driving Through Water ...............................315

Floor Mats ......................................................316

Snowplowing .................................................317

Roadside Emergencies

Roadside Assistance .................................320

Hazard Flashers ............................................321

Fuel Shutoff ...................................................321

Jump Starting the Vehicle ........................322

Post-Crash Alert System .........................324

Transporting the Vehicle ..........................324

Towing Points ...............................................325

Customer Assistance

Getting the Services You Need ..............327

In California (U.S. Only) ...........................328

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto

Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................329

Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration

Program (Canada Only) ......................330

Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and

Canada .......................................................330

Ordering Additional Owner's Literature

........................................................................332

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)

........................................................................332

Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)

........................................................................332

Fuses

Fuse Specification Chart .........................334

Changing a Fuse ..........................................342

Maintenance

General Information ..................................344

Opening and Closing the Hood .............344

Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™

........................................................................345

Under Hood Overview - 3.0L V6, Diesel

........................................................................346

Under Hood Overview - 3.3L Duratec -

V6 .................................................................347

Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™

........................................................................348

Under Hood Overview - 5.0L Modular -

V8 .................................................................348

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Engine Oil Dipstick - Gasoline ...............349

Engine Oil Dipstick - Diesel .....................350

Engine Oil Check - Gasoline ...................350

Engine Oil Check - Diesel ..........................351

Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................352

Engine Coolant Check ...............................353

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check

........................................................................357

Transfer Case Fluid Check .......................357

Brake Fluid Check .......................................358

Power Steering Fluid Check ...................358

Washer Fluid Check ...................................358

Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap ......358

Fuel Filter - Diesel .......................................359

Fuel Filter - Gasoline .................................359

Changing the 12V Battery ........................359

Checking the Wiper Blades .....................361

Changing the Wiper Blades .....................361

Adjusting the Headlamps ........................362

Changing a Bulb ..........................................363

Bulb Specification Chart ..........................367

Changing the Engine Air Filter - Gasoline

.......................................................................369

Changing the Engine Air Filter - Diesel

.......................................................................369

Vehicle Care

General Information ...................................372

Cleaning Products .......................................372

Cleaning the Exterior ..................................372

Waxing ............................................................374

Cleaning the Engine ...................................374

Cleaning the Exhaust ................................374

Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades

........................................................................375

Cleaning the Interior ...................................375

Cleaning the Instrument Panel and

Instrument Cluster Lens .......................376

Cleaning Leather Seats .............................377

Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............378

Cleaning the Wheels .................................378

Vehicle Storage ............................................378

Body Styling Kits ........................................380

Wheels and Tires

General Information ...................................381

Tire Care .........................................................383

Using Snow Chains ....................................397

Tire Pressure Monitoring System .........398

Changing a Road Wheel .........................404

Technical Specifications ...........................412

Capacities and Specifications

Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™

.........................................................................414

Engine Specifications - 3.0L V6, Diesel

.........................................................................414

Engine Specifications - 3.3L Duratec -

V6 ..................................................................415

Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™

.........................................................................415

Engine Specifications - 5.0L Modular -

V8 ..................................................................416

Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ......417

Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L V6, Diesel .........417

Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L Duratec - V6

.........................................................................418

Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™ ......419

Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L Modular - V8

.........................................................................419

Vehicle Identification Number ..............420

Vehicle Certification Label .......................421

Transmission Code Designation ...........422

Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L

EcoBoost™ ...............................................423

Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L V6,

Diesel ...........................................................427

Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L

Duratec - V6 ..............................................431

Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L

Ecoboost™ ...............................................436

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Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L

Modular - V8 .............................................441

Audio System

General Information ..................................447

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD

.......................................................................448

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/

SYNC Without Touchscreen ..............453

Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/

Touchscreen Display .............................454

Digital Radio .................................................456

Satellite Radio .............................................458

USB Port .........................................................461

SYNC™

General Information ..................................462

Using Voice Recognition ..........................463

Using SYNC™ With Your Phone ...........465

SYNC™ Applications and Services ......466

Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player

........................................................................470

SYNC™ Troubleshooting ..........................471

SYNC™ 3

General Information ..................................479

Home Screen ...............................................490

Using Voice Recognition ...........................491

Entertainment .............................................498

Climate ..........................................................508

Phone ..............................................................510

Navigation ......................................................516

Apps ................................................................524

Settings ...........................................................527

SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting ......................541

Accessories

Accessories ...................................................555

Ford Protect

Ford Protect .................................................558

Scheduled Maintenance

General Maintenance Information ......560

Normal Scheduled Maintenance .........563

Special Operating Conditions Scheduled

Maintenance ............................................566

Scheduled Maintenance Record ...........573

Appendices

Electromagnetic Compatibility .............584

End User License Agreement ................586

Type Approvals .............................................612

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you know about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from driving it.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Note: This manual describes product features and options available throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to the vehicle you have purchased.

Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used in different models, so may appear different to you on your vehicle.

Note: Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable laws and regulations.

Note: Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral part of your vehicle.

This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.

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Right-hand side.A Left-hand side.B

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Air conditioning system

E231157

Air conditioning system lubricant type

Anti-lock braking system

Avoid smoking, flames or sparks

Battery

Battery acid

Brake fluid - non petroleum based

Brake system

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E270480

Brake system

Cabin air filter

Check fuel cap

Child safety door lock or unlock

Child seat lower anchor

Child seat tether anchor

E71340

Cruise control

Do not open when hot

Engine air filter

Engine coolant

Engine coolant temperature

Engine oil

Explosive gas

Fan warning

Fasten seatbelt

E231160

Flammable

Front airbag

Front fog lamps

Fuel pump reset

Fuse compartment

Hazard flashers

Heated rear window

Windshield defrosting system

Interior luggage compartment release

Jack

Keep out of reach of children

Lighting control

Low tire pressure warning

Maintain correct fluid level

Note operating instructions

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E270945

Horn control

Panic alarm

E139213

Parking aid

Parking brake

Power steering fluid

Power windows front/rear

Power window lockout

E231159

Requires registered technician

Safety alert

See Owner's Manual

E231158

See Service Manual

Service engine soon

Passenger airbag activated

Passenger airbag deactivated

Side airbag

Shield the eyes

E138639

Stability control

E163957

Hill descent control

E271982

Trail control

Windshield wiping system

Windshield wash and wipe

DATA RECORDING

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company (Ford of Canada in Canada), and service and repair facilities may access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford of Canada, in Canada) may, where permitted by law, use vehicle diagnostic information for vehicle improvement or with other information we may have about you, (for example, your contact information), to offer you products or services that may interest you. Data may be provided to our service providers such

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as part suppliers that may help diagnose malfunctions, and who are similarly obligated to protect data. We retain this data only as long as necessary to perform these functions or to comply with law. We may provide information where required in response to official requests to law enforcement or other government authorities or third parties acting with lawful authority or court order, and such information may be used in legal proceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use connected apps and services, such as SYNC Vehicle Health Report or MyFord Mobile App, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used to provide services to you, personalizing your experience, troubleshoot, and to improve products and services and offer you products and services that may interest you, where permitted by law. For Canada only, for more information, please review the Ford of Canada privacy policy at www.ford.ca, including our U.S. data storage and use of service providers in other jurisdictions who may be subject to legal requirements in Canada, the United States and other countries applicable to them, for example, lawful requirements to disclose personal information to governmental authorities in those countries. See SYNC™ 3 (page 479).

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder. The main purpose of an event data recorder is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle;

this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The event data recorder is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.

The event data recorder in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: Event data recorder data is

recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the event data recorder under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the event data recorder data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an event data recorder, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the event data recorder is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read

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the information if they have access to the vehicle or the event data recorder. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Note: Including to the extent that any

law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See SYNC™ 3 (page 479).

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”), only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do not want

Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See SYNC™ 3

(page 479).

PERCHLORATE

Certain components in your vehicle such as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners and remote control batteries may contain perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.

For more information visit:

Web Address

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate

FORD CREDIT

US Only

Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for your business.

We offer a number of convenient ways for you to contact us, and to manage your account.

Call 1-800-727-7000. For more information about Ford Credit

and access to Account Manager, go to www.ford.com/finance.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION

We have built your vehicle to the highest standards using quality parts. We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging.

Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs

One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides years of service is to have it maintained in line with our recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed in this Owner’s Manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these specifications.

Collision Repairs

We hope that you never experience a collision, but accidents do happen. Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and dent resistance. During vehicle development we validate that these parts deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine Ford replacement collision parts.

Warranty on Replacement Parts

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford Warranty may not cover damage caused to your vehicle as a result of failed non-Ford parts. For additional information, refer to the terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, see the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.

Special Instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: You risk death or serious injury to yourself and others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the warning symbol. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the child restraint is installed all the way back.

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On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector

WARNING: Do not connect wireless

plug-in devices to the data link connector. Unauthorized third parties could gain access to vehicle data and impair the performance of safety related systems. Only allow repair facilities that follow our service and repair instructions to connect their equipment to the data link connector.

Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link Connector (DLC) that is used in conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for vehicle diagnostics, repairs and reprogramming services. Installing an aftermarket device that uses the DLC during normal driving for purposes such as remote insurance company monitoring, transmission of vehicle data to other devices or entities, or altering the performance of the vehicle, may cause interference with or even damage to vehicle systems. We do not recommend or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in devices unless approved by Ford. The vehicle Warranty will not cover damage caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.

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 Manual carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate your vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

See Snowplowing (page 317).

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle does not have the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.

Using a Slide-In Camper

For information regarding the use of slide-in campers, consult the Truck Camper Loading document supplied with your vehicle.

Note: We do not recommend using a slide-in camper on an F-150 SuperCrew.

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT

WARNING: Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile

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communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Manual. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for export. Refer to this Owner’s

Manual for all other required information and warnings.

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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

You should play your part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.

For details about Ford Motor Company's sustainability progress and initiatives visit:

Web Address

www.sustainability.ford.com

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INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW

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Wiper lever. See Windshield Wipers (page 88).

Information display controls. See General Information (page

112).

Instrument cluster. See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page

107).

Audio controls. See Audio Control (page 84).

Audio system. See Audio System (page 447).

Hill descent control. See Using Hill Descent Control (page 230).

Information and entertainment display.

360 degree parking aid camera button. See 360 Degree Camera (page 240).

Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 142).

Auxiliary power point. See Auxiliary Power Points (page

165).

Integrated trailer brake controller. See Essential Towing Checks (page 303).

Four-wheel drive control. See Using Four-Wheel Drive (page

212).

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Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 170).

Voice control. See Voice Control (page 85).

Cruise control switches. See Cruise Control (page 85). Adaptive cruise control switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 244).

Electric parking brake switch. See Electric Parking Brake (page 223).

Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 90). Front fog lamps. See Front Fog Lamps (page 93). Instrument Lighting Dimmer See Instrument Lighting Dimmer (page 91). Spot Lamps See Spot Lamps (page 94).

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GENERAL INFORMATION

See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children.

WARNING: Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child safety restraints must be bought separately from your vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.

WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other safety organizations, base their recommendations for child restraints on probable child height, age and weight thresholds, or on the minimum requirements of the law. We recommend that you check with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety

Technician (CPST) to make sure that you properly install the child restraint in your vehicle and that you consult your pediatrician to make sure you have a child restraint appropriate for your child. To locate a child restraint fitting station and CPST, contact NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or go to www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact Transport Canada toll free at 1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca to find a Child Car Seat Clinic in your area. Failure to properly restrain children in child restraints made especially for their height, age and weight, may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.

WARNING: On hot days, the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children

Recommended restraint

type

Child size, height, weight, or ageChild

Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an

infant carrier, convertible

seat, or toddler seat).

Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less

(generally age four or younger).

Infants or

toddlers

Use a belt-positioning

booster seat.

Children who have outgrown or no longer

properly fit in a child safety seat (gener-

ally children who are less than 4 ft. 9 in.

(1.45 m) tall, are greater than age four

and less than age 12, and between 40 lb

(18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and upward to

100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by your

child restraint manufacturer).

Small children

Use a vehicle seatbelt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips,

shoulder belt centered

across the shoulder and

chest, and seatback

upright.

Children who have outgrown or no longer

properly fit in a belt-positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least

4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m) tall or greater than

80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if recom-

mended by child restraint manufacturer).

Larger children

• You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the United States and Canada.

• Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of children in your vehicle.

• When possible, always properly restrain children 12 years of age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. See

Front Passenger Sensing System

(page 49).

INSTALLING CHILD RESTRAINTS

Child Seats

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Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat) for infants, toddlers, or children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger).

Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Except Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew Cab)

WARNING: Do not place a rearward

facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

WARNING: Properly secure children 12 years old and under in a rear seating position whenever possible. If you are unable to properly secure all children in a rear seating position, properly secure the largest child on the front seat. If you must use a forward facing child restraint on the front seat, move the seat as far back as possible. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death.

WARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and depending on the child restraint design, you may block access to certain seatbelt buckle assemblies and LATCH lower anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of injury, make sure occupants only use seating positions where they are able to be properly restrained.

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap and shoulder belts:

• Use the correct seatbelt buckle for that seating position.

• Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child restraint and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling.

• Place the vehicle seat upon which the child restraint will be installed in the upright position.

• Put the seatbelt in the automatic locking mode. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.

Perform the following steps when installing the child restraint with combination lap and shoulder belts:

Note: Although the child restraint illustrated is a forward facing child restraint, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child restraint.

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1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt.

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2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together.

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3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Make sure the belt webbing is not twisted.

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4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it.

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5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until you pull all of the seatbelt out.

Note: The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear seats. This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip.

6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.

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7. Try to pull the seatbelt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6.

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8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, for example, by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling up on the shoulder belt in order to force slack from the belt. This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that exists once you add the extra weight of the child to the child restraint. It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child restraint to your vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean toward the buckle helps to remove remaining slack from the belt.

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child restraint is equipped).

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10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place.

To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation.

We recommend checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with Transport Canada for referral to a Child Car Seat Clinic.

Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew Cab)

WARNING: Do not place a rearward

facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.

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WARNING: Properly secure children

12 years old and under in a rear seating position whenever possible. If you are unable to properly secure all children in a rear seating position, properly secure the largest child on the front seat. If you must use a forward facing child restraint on the front seat, move the seat as far back as possible. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or death.

WARNING: Always use both the lap and shoulder portion of the seatbelt in the center seating position.

The belt webbing below the tongue is the lap portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt. The seatbelt webbing above the tongue is the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt.

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1. Position the child safety seat in the

front center seat.

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2. Slide the tongue up the webbing.

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3. While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue, route the tongue and webbing through the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted.

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5. While pushing down with your knee on the child restraint, pull up on the shoulder belt portion to tighten the lap belt portion of the combination lap and shoulder belt.

6. Allow the seatbelt to retract and remove any slack in the belt to securely tighten the child safety seat in the vehicle.

7. Attach the tether strap (if the child restraint is equipped).

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8. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation.

9. Check from time to time to be sure that there is no slack in the lap and shoulder belt. The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt tight during a crash.

Using Inflatable Seatbelts (Rear Seat Outermost Positions) (If

Equipped)

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1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt.

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2. After positioning the child safety seat in the proper seating position, grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together behind the belt tongue.

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3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted.

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5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the lap portion of the inflatable seatbelt and pull upward until you pull all of the belt out.

Note: The automatic locking mode is available on the front passenger and rear seats.

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Note: Unlike the standard seatbelt, the

inflatable seatbelt's unique lap portion locks the child restraint for installation. The ability for the shoulder portion of the belt to move freely is normal, even after the lap belt has been put into the automatic locking mode.

Note: The lock-off device on some child restraints may not accommodate the shoulder portion of the inflatable seatbelt. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child restraint regarding the necessary and proper use of the lock-off device. In some instances, these devices have been provided only for use in vehicles with seatbelt systems that would otherwise require a locking clip.

6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps 5 and 6.

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8. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, for example, by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling down on the lap belt in order to force slack from the belt. This is

necessary to remove the remaining slack that exists once you add the extra weight of the child to the child restraint. It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child restraint to your vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean toward the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt.

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child restraint is equipped).

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10. Before placing the child in the seat,

forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 in (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation.

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Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)

WARNING: Do not attach two child

safety restraints to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety restraint attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death.

The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points: two lower anchors where the vehicle seat backrest and seat cushion meet (called the seat bight) and one top tether anchor behind that seating position.

LATCH compatible child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to the two lower anchors at the LATCH equipped seating positions in your vehicle. This type of attachment method eliminates the need to use seatbelts to attach the child restraint. However, the seatbelt can still be used to attach the child restraint if the lower anchors are not used. For forward-facing child restraints, the top tether strap must also be attached to the proper top tether anchor, if a top tether strap has been provided with your child restraint.

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child restraint installation at the following seating positions (LATCH is not available on Regular Cab):

Crew Cab and Super Cab

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