Ford 2005 F-150 v.3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 18AM/FM stereo 18AM/FM stereo with CD 20AM/FM stereo ca

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESBase instrument clusterBase with Tachometer instrument clusterMid instrument cluster2005 F150 (f12)Owners Guide (post-2002-fm

Front seat• Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place.• Pull the release lever han

Using the manual lumbar supportFor more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle.For less lumbar support, turn thelum

Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down.Memory seats/adjustable pedals (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of

REAR SEATSHead restraintsThe purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in theevent of a rear collision. To properly adjust your he

1. Pull control to release seatcushion.2. Rotate seat cushion up until itlocks into vertical storage position.Returning the seat to seating positionBe

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone.• The electrical wiring for the air

position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver air bag by providing a lower air bag output level.Front pa

safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage.Refer to Safety belt usage sensors later in this chapter.Front outboard safety be

Safety restraints precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.To reduce the risk of injur

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

Luxury instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

If you carry large cargo behind the seat or items that might damage orsoil the belt, detach the belt from the seat:1. Release the mini-buckle byinsert

2. Buckle the small tongue on theend of the belt into the mini-buckleon the driver’s side. The belt is nowready for use. This mini-buckleshould stay b

3. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating positionuntil you hear a snap and feel it latch.4. Make sure the tongue is securely

Vehicle sensitive modeThe vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing freeshoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and lock

• Rear seats (if equipped)2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis extracted.3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt r

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature orany other seat belt function is not oper

Front safety belt height adjustment (if equipped)Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and rightfront passenger. Adjust the he

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 and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2minutes h

On vehicles equipped with a message center, “ENGINE FAILSAFEMODE” will be displayed, refer to Message Center in the DriverControls chapter.Brake syste

Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. Themore we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even f

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle.1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or O

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to ma

air bags plus safety belts in impacts for which the air bags are designedto deploy, and air bags do not offer any protection in crashes for whichthey

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

Additional equipment may affect the performance of the air bagsensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the BodyBuilders Layout Book for

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal decele

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not functionagain and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is notreplaced, the unrepaired area w

The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatoryrequirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208and is designed

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt.Charging system: Illuminates whenth

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)the right front passenger’s frontal air bag anytime the system senses thata pers

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LightPassenger AirbagEmpty seat Unlit DisabledSmall (i.e. 3 ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium

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

To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children whohave outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends useof a belt-posit

• 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

Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH andtether anch

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 cinch tongue combination lap andshoulder belt seating position (Regular Cab Center seatingposition Only)If you are us

MINI MESSAGE CENTER WARNING DISPLAYS (IF EQUIPPED)Door ajar: Displays when theignition is in the ON position andany door is open.Low fuel: Displays wh

Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of anactive air bag.3. Slide the tongue up the webbing.4. While holding both shoulder andlap p

6. While pushing down with yourknee on the child seat pull up onthe shoulder belt portion to tightenthe lap belt portion of thecombination lap and sho

2. Place the child safety seat in the center seating position.3. Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to thechild seat manufa

• F150 Regular Cab• F150 SuperCrew and SuperCabFront seat tether strap attachment1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion.2. Route the ch

• Front seat Regular Cab center(located on back panel)If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not be retained properlyin t

Rear seat tether strap attachmentThere are three loops of webbingjust above the back of the rear seat(along the bottom edge of the rearwindow) in the

3. Install the child safety seat tightlyusing the LATCH anchors or safetybelts. Follow the instructions in thischapter.4. Tighten the tether strapacco

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

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary.

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions o

• Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall ofeach tire providing information about the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired.A

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tir

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the othertires. Check the ti

Temporary Emergency Spare Tire InformationYour vehicle may be equipped with a temporary emergency spare tire.This tire may be a T-type/mini-spare tire

Location of the spare tire and toolsThe spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations:Tool LocationSpare tire Under the v

Tire change procedureTo help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions)t

7. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground.When one of the

• With Full Message CenterRefer to Message Center in theDrivers Controls chapter on how toswitch the display from Metric toEnglish.Trip odometer: Regi

8. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.9. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem isfacing outward. Reinstall the lu

3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowedposition underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handleincreases s

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLFederal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE CAREImproper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wearabnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items:Tire wear

Safety practicesDriving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.• Observe posted speed limits• Avoid fast starts, stops and t

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technicianat a Fo

Engine oil pressure gauge:Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weat

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when youpicked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.Payload – is the combined

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle(front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Wei

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of afully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory o

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo andluggage loa

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

Regular Cab 4x2 (126” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.2L (withmanualtransmission)3.31 7200 (3266)

FORD AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tune: Press to manuallygo up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings.2.

Regular Cab 4x4 (126” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 3.55 11500 (5216) 6200 (2812)4.6L 3.73 12

SuperCab 4x2 (133” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 3.55 11500 (5216) 6300 (2858)4.6L 3.73 12000

SuperCab 4x4 (133” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 3.55 11500 (5216) 6000 (2722)4.6L 3.73 12000

Crew Cab 4x2 (139” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 3.55 11700 (5307) 6300 (2858)4.6L 3.73 12200

HitchesDo not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% of t

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

• To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hotweather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park)(automatic

4x4 vehicles equipped with manual-shift transfer case:• Release the parking brake.• Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF position.• Place the trans

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. OFF/LOCK, locks the steeringwheel, automatic transmissiongearshift lever and allows keyremoval.Note: The ignition

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system,

Setting the clock: Press until HR or Mn is displayed.Press/ / SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes.3. Seek: Press to access thenext/previous strong statio

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).• Make sure the parking brake isset.If starting a vehicle

3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).2005 F150 (f12)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus)Driving191

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

Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine stillfails t

Base instrument cluster withand without tachometerMid and Luxury instrumentclusterFour-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)Your vehicle is equipped with

Base instrument cluster withand without tachometerMid and Luxury instrumentclusterParking brakeTo set the parking brake (1), pressthe parking brake pe

STEERINGTo prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with alower center of gravity.

3. Remove the access plug using a flat head screwdriver, then push theoverride button using a flat head screwdriver, apply the brake pedal andshift th

2. Open the center console bin.Using a screwdriver, carefully pry offthe console finish panel surroundingthe shifter mechanism by inserting ascrewdriv

Seating and Safety Restraints 99Seating 99Safety restraints 104Air bags 123Child restraints 131Tires, Wheels and Loading 148Tire Information 151Tire I

FORD SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tune: Press to manuallygo up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings.

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmissionYour vehicle’s automatic transmission is equipped with a special shiftstrate

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (R

The transmission control indicator(TCIL) will illuminate on theinstrument cluster.Drive (not shown)Drive is activated when the transmission control sw

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur.Do not rock the vehicle for more t

Recommended shift speedsUpshift and downshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combination:Upshifts when accelerat

• The gearshift lever can only be moved into R (Reverse) by moving itfrom left of 3 (Third) and 4 (Fourth) before shifting into R (Reverse).This is a

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when inreverse and when using the RSS.This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormo

The RSS automatically turns onwhen the gearshift lever is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.An RSS control allows the driver toturn the RSS

Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped)2H (2WD High) – Power to the rear wheels only; used for street andhighway driving. Provides optimal smoothness

4. Move the transfer case lever through N (Neutral) directly to thedesired position.• If the transfer case will not engage into 4L (4WD Low), drive th

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.Use/ / SEEK, SEEK .Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slig

will not engage while the vehicle is moving; this is normal and should beno reason for concern. Refer to Shifting to/from 4L (4WD Low) forproper opera

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such asrocks and stumps.You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area

If your vehicle gets stuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping betwee

ParkingOn some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest ofthe dr

SandWhen driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral;

Maintenance and ModificationsThe suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance wheth

Installing the snowplowWeight limits and guidelines for selecting and installing the snowplow canbe found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book,

Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attachedFord recommends that the F–150 be limited to low speed, personal-usesnow removal. Do not use your vehi

10. Fast forward: Press tomanually advance in a CD track.11. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse in a CD track.12. Memory presets: To set astation: Selec

Transmission operation while plowing• Shift transfer case to 4L (4WD Low) when plowing in small areas atspeeds below 5 mph (8 km/h).• Shift transfer c

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

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover, to the left of thefuse box. The access cover needs tobe re

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

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 10A* Run/Accessory - Wipers, Instrumentclu

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description10 20A* Trailer tow back-up lamps relay(PCB1), Trailer tow parklamp relay(R

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description27 5A* Passenger Air bag Deactivation (PAD)warning lamp, Cluster air bag wa

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description104 — Not used105 30A** Electric trailer brakes106 30A** Trailer tow batter

Auxiliary relay boxThe relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender.• With Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options• Without Da

FORD DUAL MEDIA SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1./ Tune: Press to manuallygo up or down the radio frequency.Also use in menu mode to selectvarious settings

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLEThe gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,

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 homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

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

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

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.Use/ / SEEK, SEEK .Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear s

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

concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in animpartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by theCanadian Mot

details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit theFord ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CA

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached b

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

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roofracks, bumpers, sid

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean.• Cover the highlighted areas to pr

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

Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean theinside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may causedamage to the rear window d

10. Repeat: Press to repeat thecurrent CD track.11. Fast forward: Press tomanually advance in a tape or CDtrack.12. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse i

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’sseatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.LEATHER SEATS(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT

• Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-basedproducts on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather.• Do not use house

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

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

• 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. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission)3. Power steering fluid reservo

4.6L V81. Battery2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)3. Engine oil filler cap4. Power steering fluid reservoir5. Engine oil dipstic

5.4L V81. Battery2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)3. Air filter assembly4. Power steering fluid reservoir5. Engine oil dipstick6

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

• 4.2L V6 engine• 4.6L/5.4L V8 engine5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the

21. Seek: Press to access theprevious strong station or track.22. Scan: Press for a brief samplingof radio stations or CD tracks. Pressagain to stop.P

• If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes or betweenthe MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oillevel is acceptable. DO NOT

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise1/4 of a turn unt

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

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

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Thecooling system is under press

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section.Fill your engine c

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area.• The mini message ce

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations withoutlosing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 .Use/ / , SEEK t

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility.Driving the

• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Always turn off the vehicle beforerefueling.• Automotive fuels ca

RefuelingFuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries.To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all the instruct

If the Digital Display reads “CHECKFUEL CAP” and stays on after youstart the engine, the fuel filler capmay not be properly installed. Turnoff the eng

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofga

• Your Service engine soon indicator may come on. For moreinformation on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to theInstrument Cluster chapter.Fue

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled.• Allow no more than 3 automatic click-offs when filling.• Alway

• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel.• Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.• Sudden

• To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed(if equipped).• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.• Fuel ec

If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control, s

RDS (Available on Audiophile radios only): RDS is available in FM mode,and allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category ofmusic f

3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel fillercap in this chapter.These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service intervalschedules. If a

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)Check the fluid level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for theservice interval schedules.During normal operation, t

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduledintervals for fluid

You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature isabove 50°F (10°C). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfillcondition

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and re

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

Changing the air filter element• 4.2L/4.6L engines1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter element in place.2. Carefully separate the two halves

1. Release two retainer clamps.2. Pull air filter tray assembly outtoward front of vehicle and lift airfilter element up and out of housing.The air fi

11. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse in a CD track.12. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8engineAir filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1754Battery BTX-65-650 BTX-65-650 BT

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

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityTransfercase fluidMotorcraftMERCON威 ATF4x4 vehicles 2.0 quarts (1.9L)2Transmissionfluid3MotorcraftMERCON威 ATF5–

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such asMERCON威 and MERCON威 V. These dual usage fluids are not to be usedin an automatic transmi

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationFront axle(4X4)Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanc

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationHinges, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge and doorcheck armMulti-PurposeGreas

2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmissionfluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSRegular CabVehicledimensionsStyleside 6.5’box - inches(mm)Flareside 6.5’box - inches(mm)Styleside 8.0’box - inches(mm)(1) Overalllen

SuperCabVehicledimensionsStyleside 5.5’box - inches(mm)Styleside /Flareside 6.5’box - inches(mm)Styleside 8.0’box - inches(mm)(1) Overalllength217.8 (

Super CrewVehicle dimensions Styleside 5.5’ box - inches(mm)(1) Overall length 223.8 (5685)(2) Overall width 78.9 (2005)(3) Overall height – 4x2/4x4 7

Maintenance and Specifications 253Engine compartment 255Engine oil 258Battery 262Engine Coolant 264Fuel information 270Air filter(s) 288Part numbers 2

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES). Refer to the DVD Supplement Guide for f

Super CrewVehicle dimensions Styleside 5.5’ box - inches(mm)(4) Wheelbase – 4x2/4x4 138.5 (3518) /138.5 (3518)(5) Track - Front 67.0 (1701)(5) Track -

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

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford

Splash guardsStep barsTonneau coversTruck capsWheelsInterior styleElectrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrorsFloor matsLeather wrapped steer

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:• When adding accessories,

AAccessory delay ...60Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...123–124and child safety seats ...

Climate control(see Air conditioning orHeating) ...32, 35, 38Clock adjust6-CD in dash ...27AM/FM Ste

starting after a collision ...222Engine block heater ...193Engine oil ...258checking and adding ...

Infant seats(see Safety seats) ...135Inspection/maintenance (I/M)testing ...280Instrument panel

CD/CD PLAYER CAREDo:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD

Passenger OccupantClassification Sensor ...106Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...224Power door locks ...

Steering wheelcontrols ...65tilting ...54TTailgate ...

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

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instr

3.R(Rear defroster) (if equipped): Press to defrost the rearwindow. Refer to Rear window defroster (if equipped) later in thischapter for more informa

• Move the temperature control to the coolest setting.• Select A/C and recirculated air (). Use recirculated air withA/C to provide colder airflow.• S

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: Ifyour vehicle is equipped with a full message center, refer to Setup menuin the Mes

4. Recirculation control: Press to activate/deactivate airrecirculation in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time tocool down the inter

Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system with heated seats(if equipped)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius:If your vehi

MAX A/C: For maximum cooling performance, press , A/C, ,and set the temperature to 60°F and the highest blower setting.1.Defrost: Distributes outside

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

12. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomat

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select.2. Select A/C.3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.4. Set the fan

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp controlclockwise to the first positiontoturn on the parking lamps. Rotateclockwise to the secondpositionto also tu

Foglamp control (if equipped)The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in the, orp

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge towards theright. If this edge is not at thehorizontal referen

INTERIOR LAMPSMap lampsTo turn on the map lamps, press thecontrol next to each lamp.Rear dome lamp (if equipped)The dome lamp lights when thecontrol i

Dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped)The dome lamp lights when:• any door is opened.• the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy la

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an

2. At the top and inboard side of theheadlamp, peel the protective coverback and loosen the three retainingscrews.3. Once the three retaining screwsha

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and open thehood.2. At the top and in

3. Carefully pull the lamp assemblystraight rearward from the tailgatepillar to disengage two hiddensnap-in retainers. (Flare side taillamps are not e

Replacing exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator lamp bulbsFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.Replacing license plate l

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)Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column. While the lever isin the down position, tilt thesteering column to

1. To open the bins, move thecenter latch forward which willallow the door to be opened.2. The latches on the side of thebins are to enable the user t

Bin RemovalAttach and remove bins from the rail using the following instructions:Place both palms on the underside of the storage bin, avoiding thesto

With pressure applied with palms and side latches squeezed down, pulldownward on the entire storage bin and remove.AUXILIARY POWER POINTPower outlets

An additional auxiliary power pointis located on the lower rear side ofthe center console. The power pointis accessible from the rear seats.CENTER CON

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is toavoid distractions an

Service Data RecordingService data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This pote

Window lock (if equipped)The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the d

MIRRORSAutomatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped with aninside rear view mirror with anauto-dimming function. Th

On vehicles not equipped with reardefrost, press the heated mirrorcontrol located on the climatecontrol panel, refer to the ClimateControls chapter fo

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is

3. Press the SET control and releaseit.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:• V

Reducing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to reduce a setspeed:• Press and hold the CST (coast)control until you get to thedesired sp

Audio control featuresPressto select:• AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE (ifequipped)• CD (if equipped),• FES/DVD (if equipped), or• FES/AUX (if equipped).In AM, FM1

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)The moon roof control is located on the overhead console.Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattende

with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators,sec

3. Simultaneously press and holdboth the HomeLink威 and hand-heldtransmitter button. Do not releasethe buttons until Step 4 hasbeen completed.Some entr

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats shouldNEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag.Using your vehicle with a snowplowF

Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time for

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

Selectable featuresResetPress this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the follow

Compass zone/calibration adjustment1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map.2. Turn ignition to the ON position.3. Start the engine

10. The compass is now calibrated.Distance to empty (DTE)Selecting this function from theINFO menu estimates approximatelyhow far you can drive with t

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speedcontrol to get accurate high

3. OIL PRESSURE4. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL5. CHARGING SYSTEMUnits (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displ

Language1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed.2. Pressing the RESET controlcycles the message center thro

Warning display StatusDoor ajar Warning can be resetLow fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutesCheck charging systemLow brake fluid levelLow oil p

LOW OIL PRESSURE. Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low. Ifthis warning message is displayed, check the level of the engine oil.Refer to Engin

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-

CompassThe compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas.Magnetic or metall

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn

5. Lift right side off of its hinge.6. Lift tailgate to a 80–degree angle from horizontal.7. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate

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 100 lb. (46 kg)on the

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, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the ou

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 (lock) and (unlock) features will work again after:• a door has become ajar,• the ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position, or• using the UNLOCKc

Memory feature (if equipped)The remote entry system can also control the memory feature.Press thecontrol once to unlock the driver’s door. Pressing th

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

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

Programming remote transmittersIt is necessary to have all (maximum of six — original and/or new) ofyour remote transmitters available prior to beginn

• after 25 seconds of illumination.The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off positionfor the illuminated entry system to operate.

4. Within five seconds, press the control two times. Note: One hornchirp should be heard, indicating the system has been disabled.Conversely, a horn c

Power door unlock/lock procedureYou must complete Steps 1–5 within30 seconds, or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be re

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock all vehicle doors.• unlock only the driver’s door.• unlock all vehicle

Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work.Antiscan featureThe keyless entry keypad is equipped with an anti-thef

Note: The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible withnon-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems mayresult in veh

Replacement keysIf your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The ke

4. Turn the ignition from the 3 (ON) position back to the 1 (OFF/LOCK)position in order to remove the second coded key from the ignition.5. Within 10

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