Ford 2018 F-150 Owner's manual

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June 2017
First Printing
Owner’s Manual
F-150
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2018 F-150 Owners Manual
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2018 F-150 Owners Manual
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Part Number: 201705 20170503222713
Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
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.........................................34
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........53
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...................83
Audio Control..................................................84
Voice Control...................................................85
Cruise Control..................................................85
Information Display Control......................85
Heated Steering Wheel...............................85
Pedals
Adjusting the Pedals....................................86
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers.........................................87
Autowipers........................................................87
Windshield Washers.....................................88
Lighting
General Information.....................................89
Lighting Control..............................................89
Autolamps........................................................90
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................90
Daytime Running Lamps..............................91
Automatic High Beam Control...................91
Front Fog Lamps............................................92
Direction Indicators.......................................93
Spot Lamps......................................................93
Interior Lamps.................................................94
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................96
Exterior Mirrors................................................97
Interior Mirror.................................................100
Sliding Windows............................................101
Sun Visors........................................................101
Moonroof..........................................................101
Instrument Cluster
Gauges.............................................................103
Warning Lamps and Indicators...............106
Audible Warnings and Indicators............110
Information Displays
General Information......................................111
Information Messages................................122
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control.............................137
Automatic Climate Control......................139
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate........................................................140
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................143
Cabin Air Filter................................................143
Remote Start.................................................144
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position..................145
Head Restraints............................................145
Manual Seats.................................................147
Power Seats...................................................148
Memory Function.........................................150
Rear Seats.......................................................152
Heated Seats..................................................152
Climate Controlled Seats..........................153
Front Seat Armrest......................................155
Rear Seat Armrest........................................155
Universal Garage Door
Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener...............156
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points...............................160
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Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................162
Overhead Console........................................163
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information....................................164
Ignition Switch...............................................164
Keyless Starting............................................164
Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without:
Push Button Start....................................165
Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles With:
Push Button Start....................................165
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................166
Starting a Diesel Engine............................169
Diesel Particulate Filter...............................173
Switching Off the Engine...........................173
Engine Block Heater.....................................174
Unique Driving Character-
istics
Auto-Start-Stop............................................175
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................178
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................178
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................181
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................182
Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular
Cab.................................................................183
Fuel Filler Funnel Location - SuperCab/
SuperCrew..................................................183
Running Out of Fuel....................................183
Refueling.........................................................184
Fuel Consumption.......................................186
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law.................................................188
Catalytic Converter......................................189
Selective Catalytic Reductant
System..........................................................191
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................195
Transmission
Automatic Transmission...........................201
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive...........................208
Rear Axle
Electronic Locking Differential................216
Brakes
General Information....................................218
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................218
Electric Parking Brake.................................219
Hill Start Assist..............................................221
Traction Control
Principle of Operation................................223
Using Traction Control...............................223
Stability Control
Principle of Operation................................224
Using Stability Control...............................225
Hill Descent Control
Principle of Operation.................................227
Using Hill Descent Control........................227
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation................................228
Rear Parking Aid...........................................228
Active Park Assist........................................229
Rear View Camera.......................................233
360 Degree Camera...................................236
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Cruise Control
Principle of Operation................................239
Using Cruise Control...................................239
Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............240
Driving Aids
Driver Alert......................................................247
Lane Keeping System................................248
Blind Spot Information System..............252
Cross Traffic Alert........................................256
Steering...........................................................259
Pre-Collision Assist....................................260
Drive Control..................................................265
Load Carrying
Load Retaining Fixtures.............................267
Load Limit......................................................268
Bed Access.....................................................272
Bed Ramps.....................................................273
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................276
Trailer Reversing Aids.................................278
Trailer Sway Control....................................287
Recommended Towing Weights...........288
Essential Towing Checks..........................299
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......306
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................309
Economical Driving....................................309
Off-Road Driving...........................................310
Driving Through Water.................................311
Floor Mats........................................................312
Snowplowing..................................................312
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................316
Hazard Flashers.............................................317
Fuel Shutoff....................................................317
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................318
Post-Crash Alert System..........................320
Transporting the Vehicle...........................320
Towing Points.................................................321
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............322
In California (U.S. Only).............................323
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only)......................324
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only).......................325
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada........................................................325
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature....................................................326
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only).............................................................327
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only).............................................................327
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................329
Changing a Fuse..........................................338
Maintenance
General Information...................................340
Opening and Closing the Hood.............340
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L
EcoBoost.................................................341
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L
Duratorq-TDCi - V6................................342
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L Duratec -
V6..................................................................343
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L
Ecoboost................................................344
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L Modular -
V8..................................................................345
Engine Oil Dipstick - Diesel......................346
Engine Oil Dipstick - Gasoline................346
Engine Oil Check - Diesel.........................346
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Engine Oil Check - Gasoline.....................347
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................348
Engine Coolant Check...............................349
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check...........................................................353
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................353
Brake Fluid Check........................................354
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................354
Washer Fluid Check....................................354
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap.......354
Fuel Filter........................................................355
Changing the 12V Battery.........................355
Checking the Wiper Blades......................357
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................357
Adjusting the Headlamps........................358
Changing a Bulb...........................................359
Bulb Specification Chart..........................363
Changing the Engine Air Filter -
Diesel...........................................................365
Changing the Engine Air Filter -
Gasoline......................................................366
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................368
Cleaning Products......................................368
Cleaning the Exterior..................................368
Waxing.............................................................369
Cleaning the Engine....................................370
Cleaning the Exhaust.................................370
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades...........................................................371
Cleaning the Interior.....................................371
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens........................372
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................373
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............374
Cleaning the Wheels..................................374
Vehicle Storage.............................................374
Body Styling Kits..........................................376
Wheels and Tires
General Information....................................377
Tire Care..........................................................379
Using Snow Chains.....................................394
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........395
Changing a Road Wheel..........................400
Technical Specifications...........................407
Capacities and Specific-
ations
Engine Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost...............................................409
Engine Specifications - 3.0L
Duratorq-TDCi - V6...............................409
Engine Specifications - 3.3L Duratec -
V6...................................................................410
Engine Specifications - 3.5L
Ecoboost..................................................411
Engine Specifications - 5.0L Modular -
V8....................................................................411
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost.......412
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L Duratorq-TDCi -
V6...................................................................413
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L Duratec -
V6...................................................................413
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost......414
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L Modular -
V8...................................................................415
Vehicle Identification Number.................415
Vehicle Certification Label........................416
Transmission Code Designation.............417
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L
EcoBoost................................................418
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L
Duratorq-TDCi - V6................................422
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L
Duratec - V6...............................................427
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L
Ecoboost................................................432
Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L
Modular - V8.............................................437
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Audio System
General Information...................................443
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/
CD.................................................................444
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
Touchscreen Display.............................449
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/
SYNC Without Touchscreen...............450
Digital Radio..................................................452
Satellite Radio..............................................454
USB Port..........................................................457
SYNC
General Information...................................458
Using Voice Recognition...........................459
Using SYNC With Your Phone.............461
SYNC Applications and Services......462
Using SYNC With Your Media
Player...........................................................466
SYNC Troubleshooting.........................467
SYNC 3
General Information...................................475
Home Screen................................................486
Using Voice Recognition...........................487
Entertainment..............................................494
Climate............................................................504
Phone..............................................................506
Navigation.......................................................512
Apps.................................................................520
Settings...........................................................523
SYNC 3 Troubleshooting......................537
Accessories
Accessories....................................................549
Ford Protect
Ford Protect...................................................552
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information.......554
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........557
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance.............................................560
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........563
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility...............573
End User License Agreement..................575
Type Approvals............................................604
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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.
E154903
Right-hand side.A
Left-hand side.B
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
E162384
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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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
E71880
Fasten seatbelt
E231160
Flammable
E67017
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
E161353
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
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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
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
E138639
Stability control
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
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
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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 475).
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 vehicles 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
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.
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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 475).
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 vehicles 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 475).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGS
Some constituents of engine
exhaust, certain vehicle components,
certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer. Wash your
hands after handling.
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.
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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 the Account Manager, go to
www.ford.com/finance.
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 Owners 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
vehicles New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
see the Warranty Guide that is provided
to you along with your Owners Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted
with sophisticated electronic controls.
WARNINGS
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.
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 Owners 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 312).
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
Owners 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 Owners
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 Owners
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 stalk. See Windshield Wipers (page 87).A
Information display controls. See General Information (page 111).B
Instrument cluster. See Warning Lamps and Indicators (page 106).C
Audio controls. See Audio Control (page 84).D
Audio system. See Audio System (page 443).E
Hill descent control. See Using Hill Descent Control (page 227).F
Information and entertainment display.G
360 degree parking aid camera button. See 360 Degree Camera (page 236).H
Climate controls. See Climate Control (page 137).I
110 volt AC power point. See Auxiliary Power Points (page 160).J
Integrated trailer brake controller. See Essential Towing Checks (page 299).K
Four-wheel drive control. See Using Four-Wheel Drive (page 208).L
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Start button. See Keyless Starting (page 164).M
Voice control. See Voice Control (page 85).N
Cruise control switches. See Cruise Control (page 85). Adaptive cruise control
switches. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 240).
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Electric parking brake switch. See Electric Parking Brake (page 219).P
Lighting control. See Lighting Control (page 89). Front fog lamps. See Front
Fog Lamps (page 92). Instrument lighting dimmer switch. See Instrument
Lighting Dimmer (page 90). See Spot Lamps (page 93).
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