Ford 2003 F-150 v.3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning and control lights 12Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 20AM/FM stereo cassette 20AM/FM stereo with CD 22AM/FM

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

• Front seats• Rear seats (if equipped)The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front p

When to use the automatic locking mode• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front oroutboard rear seating position with Regular Ca

2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis extracted.3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a c

CrewCab base bench seats and all Regular Cab seating positions, thesafety belts are equipped with a retractor pretensioner.The driver and front outboa

• 4–door SuperCab (Bench seatsonly)To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the height of the sh

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The safety belt war

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.The fo

Reasons given... Consider...“The people I’m with don’twear belts”Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE peop

• All vehicle doors are closed.• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equippedwith Autol

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm (8inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and righ

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)between an occupant’s chest and t

Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.An infant in a rear-fa

internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properlyrestrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bagdeployment. Thus, i

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness lights will eitherflash or stay lit.• The readiness lights w

Turning the passenger air bag off1. Insert the ignition key, turn theswitch to OFF position and hold inOFF position while removing thekey.2. When the

Turning the passenger air bag back onThe passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON.1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe switch to ON.2

Always transport children who are 12 and younger in the rearseat. Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If achild in a rear facing in

• the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat sothat the dr

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterHarley—Davidson instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert y

Important child restraint precautionsYou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children (generally

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift thechild up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the kneesbend

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

positions-Regular Cab and SuperCab) (passenger side front and rearseating positions-SuperCrew) (if equipped).Ford recommends the use of a child safety

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt ispulled out and a

Installing child safety seats in the front row lap belt seatingpositions1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that itsbot

9.Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child s

• F150 SuperCrew• F150 SuperCrew with quad bucketsTether strap attachment1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion.2. Route the child safe

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure thebulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have therespec

• Rear seats ( with quad bucketsonly)• Rear seats (SuperCrew only)If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not be retained

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a childbeing injured in a collision greatly increases.Tether strap attachment rear SuperCab o

3. Install the child safety seat tightlyusing the safety belts. Follow theinstructions in this chapter.4. Tighten the tether strapaccording to the chi

• F150 SuperCrew• F150 SuperCrew with Quad BucketsThe anchors on both sides of the center of the SuperCrew rear seat areprovided only for child seats

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the seat between thecushion and seat back. The LATCHanchors are below t

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the riskof fire or other damage.Do

• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:1. Make sure the parking b

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).12345Driving138

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on isdangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance mayoccur. It will take you longer

Guarding against exhaust fumesCarbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects.If you smell exhaust fumes i

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:• an improperly inflated tire• uneven tire wear• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steeri

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Brake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gear

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmissionP (Park)This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels fr

Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.• This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.• O/D OFF lamp is ill

or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptivestrategy. Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers(miles)

Recommended shift speedsUpshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combination:4.2L V6 engineUpshifts

Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy)Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped)2H or 4H 4L1 - 2 16 km/h (10 mph) 6 km/h (4

All applicationsMaximum downshift speeds1Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped)2H or 4H 4LD(Overdrive) -489 km/h (55 mph) 34 km/h (21 mph)4

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuellevel in the fuel tank is at, or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in thischapter).Low washer fluid: Illuminateswhen t

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your v

such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low)will not engage while the vehicle is moving; this is normal and should beno reas

Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped)2H (2WD High) - Power to the rear wheels only; used for street andhighway driving. Provides optimal

• If shifting out of 4L (4WD Low), wait for the LOW RANGE light in theinstrument cluster turn turn off indicating the shift is complete.Note: Some noi

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.• It may be safer to stay on th

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergenc

4WD Systems4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power thevehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain andr

Mud and waterIf you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited.When driving through water,determine the de

slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways andpossibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe rou

Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn thesteering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.Avoid sud

High beams: Illuminates when thehigh beam headlamps are turned on.Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the OFF

Do not use “aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels.These “aftermarket lift

Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicleequipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup boxcover).Failu

• GCW (Gross Combined Weight): The combined weight of thetowing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer.• GCWR (Gross Combined

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehiclesFor important information regarding safe operation of this typeof veh

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result inengine damage, transmission dam

Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg (lbs.)Regular Cab 4x2 w/manual transmission4.2L 3.08 2944 (6500) 907 (2000)4.2L 3.

Engine Rear axleratio/tire size -cm (inches)MaximumGCWR-kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg (lbs.)5.4L 3.31/40.6 (16) 5443 (12000) 3175 (7000)5.4L 3.55/4

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trai

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enoughbraking power and your chanc

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.• The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight.• After you have t

Harley—Davidson instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemp

If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km (35 mph) must beexceeded, the drive shaft will have to be removed before the vehicle istowed.For

• The weight of the snowplow and supporting components distributed tothe front axle must not exceed the Front Axle Accessory ReserveCapacity.• The tot

Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results insufficient vehicle decelerations can deploy the air bag. Such driving alsoincreases

• If the vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motionbetween forward and reverse gears. Do not rock the vehicle for morethan a few minu

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEComplete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, th

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHFUELRESETThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 15A Audio2 5A Powertrain Control Module(PC

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description7 — Not used8 5A Radio, Remote entry module,GEM, In-vehicle entertainmentsy

Trip odometer: Registers thekilometers (miles) of individualjourneys. Press the control once toswitch from the odometer to thetrip odometer. To reset

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description23 10A Trailer tow battery Charge relay,Turn/Hazard flasher, 4x4solenoids,

Always replace the cover to the power distribution box beforereconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirsIf the battery has been disconnecte

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription8 15A* Power door locks, CentralSecurity Module (CSM), Lockrelays (not used on SuperC

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription102 50/20A** Four-wheel Anti-lock BrakeSystem (4WABS)module/Rear-wheel Anti-lockBrake

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription206 — Fog lamp relay207 — Front washer pump relay208 — Intercooler pump relay(superch

Spare tire informationYour vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be used as a spare ora regular tire. The spare tire wheel may not match the

2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A)to the jack handle (B).3. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube. The key and

1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake.2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)(automatic transmission) or in therev

When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off thejack, even if the tra

• RearTo lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourve

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

• Seven lug nut wheel12. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire.13. Stow the jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fastened so

ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your dealer forassistance at your earliest convenience.4. Check that the tire lies flat agai

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

Seating and Safety Restraints 90Seating 90Safety restraints 98Air bags 111Child restraints 119Driving 135Starting 135Brakes 140Transmission operation

AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE1. Balance: Press to shift sound tothe left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press to shift sound to therear/front speakers.3. CLK: To set

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes.• avai

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• Three consumer representatives• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest F

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufactureror its representative is unable to repair a motor veh

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

• 4.2L V6 engine• 4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 engineCleaning209

next selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape MUST havea blank secti

• 5.4L Supercharged V8 engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-P

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCHSUPERCREW)Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather.For King

SCRATCHESIn order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wearmarks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the sameinstruct

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect i

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

• Manual transmission:1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral).2. Block the wheels.Note: Do not start your e

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.2L V6 engine1. Battery2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipstick4. Clutch fluid reservoir (manua

4.6L V8/5.4L V8 engines1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)3. Engine oil dipstick4. Brake fluid reservoir5

5.4L Supercharged V8 engine1. Engine oil dipstick2. Power steering fluid reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Power distribution box5. Engine coolant r

13. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.14. Bass: Press/ todecrease/increase the bass output.15. Treble: Press/ todecrease/increase t

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

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• 4.6L/5.4L engine5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, th

• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician.7. Put the indicator back in

Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in the scheduled maintenance guide.Ford production and aftermarket (Moto

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lightedsubstances to come near th

• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is eventually

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “c

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant couldmake it difficult to see through

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when

1. Balance: Press / to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press/ to shiftsound to the front/rear speakers.3. SCN (Scan): Press to hear abr

Recycled engine coolant• Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored): Forvehicles equipped with this coolant, use only recycled engine coolantpr

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damag

When fail-safe mode is activatedYou have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be ab

Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent.Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking

The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce staticelectricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into anungrounded fuel container.U

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” un

Fuel FilterFor fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate

• Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.• Use the same side of the same pump

• Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.• Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.• Slow down gradually.• Driv

10. CD:Press and hold untildesired selection is reached.11. Tune / Discs: In radio mode,press to move up or down thefrequency band in individualincrem

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.• Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles) of

emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in performance and durability.Do not park, idle, or driv

driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctionspresent, the Check Engine/Service Engine Soon light should turn off.(A driving cycle c

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It sho

Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyeswith running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention ifirritation persists. If

1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking br

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]).The transmission fluid should be inthis range

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician.An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagem

3. Fluid level should be at bottom ofthe opening.4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening.

3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening.Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/SINGLE CD RADIO1. Bass: Press BASS and the pressSEL to increase/decrease theamount of bass output.Treble: Press TREB and then pre

2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing.3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the open end of the air filterhousing.4. Install a

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.• Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle h

• Five tire rotationReplacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. Due to exposure to theelements and exhau

Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or largersize tires.Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of th

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.2L V6engine4.6L V8engine5.4L V8engine5.4LSuperchargedV8 engineAir filterelementFA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632FA-1682Fuel f

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluidand clutchfluidMotorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidAll Fill to l

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityPowersteeringfluidMotorcraftMERCON威 ATFAll Fill to between MINand MAX lines onreservoirTransfercase fluidMotorc

3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmissionfluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationFront axle(4X4)Motorcraft SAE75W-90Premium 4x4Front AxleLubrican

Fade: Press FADE then press SELto shift the sound from thefront/rear speakers.4. Eject: Press to eject a CD.5. RDS: Allows your audio systemto receive

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationTransmission/steering/parkingbrake linkagesand pivots,brake and clutchpedal shaft (ifequ

MERCON威 and MERCON威 V type fluids are not interchangeable.DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V. Use of a transmissionfluid that indicates dual usage (MERC

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSStylesideDimensionBody StyleRegularCab 4x2Regular Cab4x4Super Cab4x2Super Cab4x4(1) Overalllength5256 mm(206.9 in)(SWB)5729 mm(225.5

FlaresideDimensionBody StyleRegularCab 4x2RegularCab 4x4Super Cab4x2Super Cab4x4(1) Overalllength5255 mm(206.9 in)5263 mm(207.2 in)5728 mm(225.5 in)57

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F-150 SuperCrewDimensionBody StyleSuperCrew 4x2 mm(in)SuperCrew 4x4mm(in)(1) Overall length5738(225.9)5745(226.2)(2) Overall width2009(79.1)12029(79.9

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

7. Assembly plant8. Production sequence numberEngine numberThe engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identificationnumber) is stamped o

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincol

9. Fast forward: Press to advanceon the CD. Press and hold for amore fast advance.10. Rewind: Press for a slowrewind. Press and hold for a fastrewind.

Dash trim (wood grain)Engine block heatersManual sliding rear windowPower sliding rear windowRemote start systemTire stepTravel equipmentCargo cage (S

Cap (hard, color keyed — Leer supplier branded)Commercial Cap (Leer supplier branded)Cargo coverCargo linerChrome grill insertDiamond plate, bed rail

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems

AAccessory delay ...61Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...111and child safety seats ..

instrument panel ...211interior ...211interior trim ...211plastic parts ..

filter, specifications ...223, 255recommendations ...223refill capacities ...256specifications ...

Infant seats (seeSafety seats) ...123Inspection/maintenance (I/M)testing ...242Instrume

Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...180Power door locks ...78Power point ...

trailer towing ...163Traction-lok rear axle ...142Transfer casefluid checking ...248Transmiss

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PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, or track of currentdisc.2. Rewind: Press for a slo

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6. Bass: Press BASS; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe bass output.Treble: Press TREB; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe treble output.7. Se

Accessories 269Index 273All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanicalincluding photocopying, recording or by any informatio

10. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until soundreturns. In CD mode, pres

17. Disc/Tune: Radio: Pressor to manually tune down or upthe frequency band.CD: Pressor to select the previous or next track on the CD.18. CD door: In

for five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop.Tape/CD: Press SCAN to sample tape/CD selections for eight seconds.Press again t

9. CLOCK: Press the CLK controluntil SELECT HOUR is displayedthen press SELto decrease thehours or to increase the hours.To set the minute, press CLKc

16. Fast Forward (FF): Press tofast forward the tape.17. Rewind (REW): Press torewind the tape.18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass,Treble, Balance, Fade a

REAR AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)The rear seat controls allow the rear seat passengers to operate theradio, tape, CD or CD changer or in-vehicle enter

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signalmay overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequencyis displayed.

jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identifiedwith permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pl

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windowsTo increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake

Temperature conversion: Press the MAX A/C and DEFat thesame time (for one second) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius.The English/Metric (E/M) co

8. Vent: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents andthe floor vents.9. Max A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield.To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Se

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate:• the ignition must be in the ON position and• the h

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableswitches in the vehicle duringheadlamp and parklamp operatio

INTERIOR LAMPSMap lampsTo turn on the map lamps, press thecontrol next to each lamp.If equipped with a moon roof, pressthe control next to the map lam

Courtesy/reading lampsThe dome lamp lights when thecontrol is in the DOOR (left)position, any door is open, theinstrument panel switch is pushedpast t

Function Number ofbulbsTrade numberHeadlamps 2 9007Front park/turn lamps 2 3157AK (amber)Foglamps 2 91451Backup lamp 2 3156KRear stop/turn/sidemarker/

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

4. Remove bulb retainer ring byturning it counterclockwise, thenslide the ring off the plastic base.5. Carefully pull bulb assembly outof headlamp ass

3. Remove bulb socket from theparking lamp assembly by turning itcounterclockwise.4. Pull bulb straight out of socketand press in the new bulb.Install

Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbsMake sure the headlamp control isin the OFF position.1. Remove the two screws and movethe lamp assembly

Replacing running board lamp bulbs (if equipped)The running board bulbs are locatedbehind the running board.1. Reach behind the center bracketof runni

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel

Storage compartment (if equipped)Press the OPEN control to open thestorage compartment. The door willopen slightly and can be moved tofull open.The st

Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped)Outside air temperatureThe outside temperature display iscontained in the overhead consoleunless t

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn the ignition to the ONposition.3. Press and hold

AUXILIARY POWER POINTPower outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Improper u

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

• Power point• Tissue holder• Cassette/CD organizer slotsUse only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision.CELL PHONE USE

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)To adjust your mirrors1. Select L to adjust the left mirroror R to adjust the right mirror.2. Move the control in

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQU

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET ACCELcontrol until you get to thedesired sp

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This willnot er

Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriouslyhurt themselves.HOMELINK姞 UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER WITH TRAVELNOTE姞(IF EQUIPPED)The HomeLi

1. Press and hold the two outsidebuttons releasing only when the redlight begins to flash after 20seconds. Do not repeat step one toprogram additional

8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequenceagain, and, dep

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental Restraint

2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Withoutreleasing the HomeLink威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming”section.For

To record a message:1. Press and release the RECbutton one time to start recording.(An audible tone will sound,confirming the onset of recording).2. P

If the DEL button is inadvertently pressed or the time allotted (fiveseconds) has passed, the indicator light will flash amber and an “error”tone will

TAILGATE REMOVALYour tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading.1. Lower the tailgate.2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each con

To stow the bed extender, follow steps one through four in reverse order.The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 46 kg (100 lbs.)on the

2. Pull the rear corner assist loopsof the cover, outward, then upwardto release the tension. Lift up on therear edge of the cover to remove itfrom th

Flareside only:• Remove two cross bars from pickup box by pushing towards eitherside to release tension.• Lower tailgate, depress the levers on each s

HARD TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED)The tonneau cover has been designed to maximize fuel economy.• To avoid damage to the cover, donot operate the vehicle

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

Childproof door locks (if equipped)When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outsi

Using your vehicle as an ambulanceDo not use this vehicle as an ambulance.Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage.Noti

To open the tonneau cover from theinside, pull the “T” shaped handleand push up on the tonneau coverpanel. The handle is composed of amaterial that wi

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to:• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta

The UNLOCK feature will work again after:• a door has become ajar,• the ignition is turned to the ON position, or• using the UNLOCKcontrol on your rem

Replacing lost remote entry transmittersIf you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:• the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or• the remote transmitter lock

7. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm theprocedure is complete.KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless en

Anti-scan featureIf the wrong code has been entered 36 times, the keypad will go into ananti-scan mode. This mode disables the keypad for one minute a

unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use ofthe wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.Your vehicle comes wit

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) position.TheTHEFTindicator will flashevery two seconds when

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you musttake your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s)programmed.1. Insert a p

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATIONFor your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Full bench seat (if equipped)• Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or backward. Ensurethat the seat is relatched intoplace.• Pull up on the l

Captain’s chair (if equipped)• Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place.• Pull th

Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion.• Type A• Type BPress to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.• Type A• Typ

Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down.• Type A• Type BHeated seats (if equipped)To operate the heated seats:• Push control l

Returning the seat to seating positionAlways be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether theseat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the

3. Pull seatback toward front seatand down into load floor position.4. Make sure seat is pushed all theway down and locks into position.Returning the

2. Lift seatback up until it locks intovertical position.3. Return the head restraint to its original position.If the head restraint is insertedbackwa

SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.To reduce

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has beenclosed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Checkseat covers and buckle