Ford 2009 F-150 v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 18Entertainment Systems 22AM/FM stereo 22AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 24Auxiliary in

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

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when trainingthe TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheelsand Loading chapter fo

Info menuThis control displays the followingcontrol displays:• Trip odometer/Odometer• Distance to Empty• Average Fuel Economy• Instantaneous Fuel Eco

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing 100 miles traveledby gallons of fuel used (kilometers traveled by liters used), your figuremay

Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• Reset For System Check• Oil Life• Rear Park Aid (if equipped)• Running Boards (if equipped)•

7. TBC GAIN = XX.XOUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected)Oil Life XXX% HOLD RESET = NEWAn oil change is required whenever indicated by the

Running Boards (if equipped)This feature automatically deploys the side running boards for easyentry/exit from the vehicle or for cleaning.1. To disab

AutounlockThis feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.1. T

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

Warning display StatusDriver door ajar The warning can return after theignition key is turned from off to on ifthe condition still exists.Passenger do

Warning display StatusPark brake engaged The warning can be reset. Thewarning can return immediately afterbeing reset if the condition still exists.Th

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an earlyreminder of a low fuel condition.CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the electrical systemis n

XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON — Displayed when an oil change willsoon be required and shows the percentage of oil life left.WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equ

TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when trainingthe TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheelsand Loading chapter fo

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with atailgate lock designed to helpprevent theft of the tailgate.• Insert ignition key and tu

4. Lower the tailgate.5. Using a screwdriver, gently prythe spring clip (on each connector)past the head of the support screw.Disconnect cable.6. Disc

• Always use grab handle when stepping up and down.• Step not intended for bare-footed use.• Keep step clean from contamination before use (e.g. snow,

To deploy the box side step, with your foot, push down on the button.The step will automatically extend out from the stowed position.Note: The box sid

To open the bed extender into tailgate mode:1. Pull the locking pin toward thecenter of the vehicle.2. Open the latches to release thepanels.3. Rotate

4. Connect the two panels, then rotate both knobs a quarter-turnclockwise to secure the panels.5. Ensure the latch rod is insertedinto the tailgate ho

To open the bed extender into grocery mode, follow Steps 1–4 byrotating the panels away from the tailgate. Close the tailgate.CARGO AREA FEATURES (IF

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterPlatinum instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may

Cargo rail package: The strong extruded aluminum double channelrails and four adjustable cleats are designed to hold loads up to 600 lb(272 kg) per cl

Front header bar: Spans the header area of the pickup box, providingthe function of a header rail.• Attachment cleats from side rails or other attachm

Cross bars: Aluminum cross bars with T-slot channels in all four sides,and a latch mechanism that allows the end supports to snap over theexisting cle

Bed divider: This panel will keep small items up to 400 lb (180 kg) inposition in the pickup box. Also includes T-slots to allow attachment ofindustry

Side mounted tool bins: Watertight bins can be positioned at any pointalong the side rails and can be easily removed (even when full), andcarried to w

• To remove the bin from the rail, open lid and pull up on both leverslocated on the outboard edge (next to the pickup box top rail) untilthe handles

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

AutolockThe autolock feature is available on vehicles with power locking. Thisfeature will lock all the doors when:• all the doors are closed,• the ig

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp.6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if

Deactivating/activating autounlock featureYour vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated; there are fourmethods to enable/disable this feat

bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to therespective system warning light for additional information.Note: Some warn

Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure1. Turn the ignition to the off position.2. Close all the doors.3. Enter factory–set 5–digit e

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the fol

One step door unlockingIf the one step door unlocking feature is activated, pressand releaseonce to unlock the passenger doors and the rear cargo door

Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals/steering column(if equipped)The remote entry transmitter allows you to recall the memory seat/powermirror

Activating the two-button memory switch (if equipped)To activate this feature:1. Position the seat, power mirrors, adjustable pedals and steeringcolum

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

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

• 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.

1. Turn the ignition to the onposition, then press the powerdoorcontrol three times.2. Turn the ignition to the offposition, then press the powerdoorc

Anti-scan featureThe keyless entry keypad is equipped with an anti-theft function called“antiscan.” The antiscan feature provides a one-minute lockout

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on

Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work.Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry keypadTo unlock th

Anti-theft indicatorThe anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster.• When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flasho

Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition.2. Turn the ignit

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o

To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Simultaneous

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 armrest (if equipped)• Push the release control to movethe armrest up or down.• Pull out the drawer at the bottomof the center seat to acces

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

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.WARNING: Always drive and ri

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A Belt-Minder威chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating a

Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to

• To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control2.A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is inPark. A m

Easy-access/easy-out feature (if equipped)The easy entry feature automatically moves the driver’s seat 2 inches(5 cm) forward when:• the transmission

4. Cycle the ignition key between the off position and the on position atotal of three times ending with the ignition in the off position.5. Engage th

Heated and cooled seats (if equipped)The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dualelectronic automatic temperature control (DE

Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must bereplaced periodically

To install a filter:• First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up inthe housing. Then push in on t

Folding up the rear seats (SuperCab only)The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flippedup into a vertical storage position.

Returning the seat to seating positionWARNING: Before returning the seat cushion to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not

SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety System姞The Personal Safety System威 provides an improved overall level offrontal crash protection to front seat occupa

Transmission Tow/Haul Feature(six speed transmission only):Displays when the Tow/Haul featurehas been activated. Refer to theDriving chapter for trans

Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraintsThe dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbaginflation energ

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and undershould be properly restrained in a rear seating position.The front passenger sensing system

Determining if the Personal Safety System姞 is operationalThe Personal Safety System威 uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone t

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding inthese areas are more likely

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until

If the belt has been disconnected to carry large objects behind the seat,reconnect it as follows:• Buckle the small tongue on theend of the belt into

How to fasten the cinch tongue (Regular Cab center only)1. Pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so thatthe shoulder belt port

Lap beltsAdjusting the lap belt(Front center seat position SuperCab and CrewCab only)WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possiblearo

For long term storage, the lap belt can be placed into a pocket found onthe inside lid of the storage compartment. To store the lap belt, do thefollow

The front and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lapand shoulder belts. The front passenger outboard and rear outboard seatsafety b

Speed control: Illuminates whenthe speed control is activated. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis deactivated.Anti-theft system: Flashes whenthe

How to use the automatic locking mode1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.• Right front passenger seat• Rear seats (if equipped)2. Grasp th

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systemsat all seating positions (except the driver position, which doesnot have this feature) mu

Safety belt usage sensorsThe driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles areequipped with sensors that detect if the safety belts are fast

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

When the Belt-Minder威 feature is activated, the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every30 seconds, rep

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

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

WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate yourBelt-Minder威, this system is designed to improve your chances ofbeing safely belted and survivi

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of theshoulder belt across the torso.AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The airbag supplementa

Important SRS precautionsWARNING: All occupantsof the vehicle, including thedriver, should always properlywear their safety belts, even whenan airbag

GAUGESStandard instrument clusterPlatinum instrument cluster2009 F-150 (f12)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)Instrument Cluster18

WARNING: The front passenger airbag is not designed to offerprotection to an occupant in the center front seating position.WARNING: Modifying or addin

all occupants, and airbag protection for the adults. All occupants of thevehicle should always properly wear their safety belts. Ensure the childis pr

deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as far away from the airbag cover as possible whilemaintaining vehicl

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if:• the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that aperson of a

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system toaccommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center at

How does the side airbag system work?The design and development of theside airbag system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by

WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation.WARNING: If the sideairbag has deployed, theairbag

Safety Canopy姞 systemWARNING: Do not placeobjects or mount equipmenton or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a deploying

Speedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature,

How does the Safety Canopy姞 system work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy威 system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develop

inflate between the side window area and occupants to further enhanceprotection provided in side impact collisions and rollover events.The fact that t

S.O.S. Post Crash AlertThe S.O.S Post Crash Alert automatically flashes the turn signal lampsand sounds the horn three times at four second intervals

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfantsortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lapwhile the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a colli

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestr

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbeltsCheck to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.Children 12

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

Locks and Security 126Keys 126Locks 126Anti-theft system 140Seating and Safety Restraints 143Seating 143Safety restraints 159Airbags 178Child restrain

Tachometer (if equipped):Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute. Driving withyour tachometer pointercontinuously at the top of the scalem

10. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the

2. If the center lap/shoulder safetybelt has been disconnected from theseat to carry large cargo behind theseat, reconnect it by buckling thesmall buc

5. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

9. Before placing the child into thechild seat, forcibly pull the childseat forward and back to make surethat the seat is held securely inplace. To ch

6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat iss

The LATCH anchors are located atthe rear section of the rear seatbetween the cushion and seatback.Follow the child seat manufacturer’sinstructions to

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushionwhe

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):• F150 Regular Cab• F150 CrewCab and SuperCabAttach the t

3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown.• Regular Cab passenger and centerseats (located on back panel)If the tether strap is clippedincorrect

Many tether straps cannot be tightened if the tether strap is hooked tothe loop directly behind the child seat. To provide a tight tether strap:1. Rou

Yellow area (warning) — thetransmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. snowp

Child booster seatsThe belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions when seated without a booster seat:• Can the child sit all the way back

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

The importance of shoulder beltsUsing a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For

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 wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary

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

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (11⁄2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. T

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

At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflateall

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo system (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strong

To check the pressure in your tire(s):1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile.If you are checking tire press

cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire andcause an explosion.

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

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLBoth U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the

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;

2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedlyto gain access to the followingsettings:BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting.Use/ / SEEK to adjust

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

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

TPMS reset procedure (if applicable)The TPMS reset tool is ONLY provided for vehicles with differentfront and rear tire pressures. The TPMS reset proc

Please take the tool with theprovided Velcro威 strip on the backand mount it in the bottom rightcorner of your Owner’s Guide case(as shown) for safe ke

2. Press and release the brakepedal.3. Cycle the ignition from off to onthree (3) times ending in the onposition—DO NOT start the engine.4. Press and

6. Cycle the ignition from off to on three (3) times ending in on—DONOT start the engine.If the reset mode has been entered successfully, the horn wil

Press CLK again to set the minutes using / / SEEK tomanually increase/decrease the minutes. Allow 10 seconds to pass toconfirm that the time has been

9. Press and release the green button and hold the tool to the tiresidewall until the horn sounds. The red light on the TPMS reset tool willilluminate

Note: Do not place chains on the following tires sizes: P265/60R18,P275/65R18, LT275/70R17, LT275/65R18, P275/55R20, and P275/45R22.Follow these guide

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

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

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or performance, e

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower loadcarrying capacities than the original tires because they maylower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR lim

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the

TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle may tow a class I, II, III or IV trailer provided the maximumtrailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer we

Regular Cab 4x4 (126” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 2V 3.73 10900 (4944) 5700 (2585)4.6L 3V3.

Setting the clockTo set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use thememory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours a

SuperCab 4x2 (133” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 2V3.55 10400 (4717) 5200 (2359)3.73 10900 (4

SuperCab 4x4 (145” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 2V 3.73 11100 (5035) 5500 (2495)4.6L 3V3.55

Crew Cab 4x2 (145” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)5.4L3.15 14000 (6350) 8500 (3856)3.55 15300 (6940

Crew Cab 4x4 (157” wheelbase)Engine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Maximumtrailerweight-lb. (kg)4.6L 3V3.55 13500 (6123) 7700 (3493)3.73 15100 (6

2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpersat the center of the vehicle.3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust t

WARNING: The Ford TBC has only been verified to becompatible with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes(one to four axles) and not hydraulic s

3. GAIN setting display: Shows the current GAIN setting. This willilluminate when a trailer is connected, flash if the trailer becomesdisconnected, or

4. Use the GAIN adjustment (+/–) buttons to increase or decrease theGAIN setting to the desired starting point. A GAIN setting of 6.0 is agood startin

Note: Your TBC can be diagnosed by your authorized dealer todetermine exactly which trailer fault has occurred; however, if the faultis with the trail

Using a step bumper (if equipped)The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires aball with a one inch (25.4 mm) shank diameter.

another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate.The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1wil

• The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight.• If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hillyconditions,

RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehi

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal.Note: The ignition key cannot beremove

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park).• 4–speed transmission• 6–speed transmission2009 F-150 (f12)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)Driving264

4. Make sure the parking brake isset.5. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Wa

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the offposition, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails

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

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation:• For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord tha

of energy per hour. Your factory installed block heater system does nothave a thermostat; however, maximum temperature is attained afterapproximately

To auto load up to six discs– Press and hold LOAD until the displayreads AUTOLOAD #. Load the desired disc, label side up. The systemwill prompt you t

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

ADVANCETRAC姞 WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL™ (RSC姞)STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEMWARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system,aftermarket roof r

The AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system provides the following stabilityenhancement features for certain driving situations:• Traction Control (TCS), which

• If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, thebrake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. Youmay als

Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Electronic StabilityControl system, which include but are not limited to:• Taking a turn too fast•

If you switch off the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威 system, the sliding car⬙iconwill illuminate steadily. Pressing the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC威⬙Off⬙ button aga

WARNING: Trailer sway control does not prevent a trailer fromswaying, it mitigates the sway from increasing once it hasoccurred. If you are experienci

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by yourauthorized

PREPARING TO DRIVEWARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rolloverrate than other types of vehicles.WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unb

If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure:Note: The following procedure is easier to perform when the steeringcolumn is adjusted to th

TEXT:In MP3 mode only– Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder(FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available.In TEXT MODE: Some

4. Insert a flat head screwdriver intoeach slot to unsnap and remove thesteering column cover. Rotate thecolumn up on its hinges and pullrearward to r

Brake-shift interlock – floor-shift transmissionThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from be

• 6–speed transmission3. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool straight down into the access holeand press downward while pulling the gearshift lever o

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

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

• Floor-shift transmissionThe transmission control indicator(TCIL) will illuminate on theinstrument cluster.Drive (not shown)Drive is activated when t

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.1 (First)• Provides ma

• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear. If your vehicle isequipped with a floor-shift transmission, press the gearshift leverrelease button

• Floor-shift transmissionThe TOW HAUL indicator light willilluminate in the instrument cluster.Tow/Haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transm

2 (Second)Transmission operates in 2nd gear only.Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additionalengine braking on downgrades.1 (

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): Thereare 30 available presets, 10 each forSAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To savesatellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the des

WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, always use cautionwhen in reverse and when using the RSS.WARNING: This system is not designed to prevent conta

The RSS automatically turns on when the gear selector is placed in R(Reverse) and the ignition is on. A control in the message center allowsthe driver

Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in thegreen zone are further away. Objects are getting closer to your vehicle asthey m

WARNING: Do not use the reverse camera system with thetailgate open.If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with yourauthorized d

System indicator lights• 4X2 - Momentarily illuminateswhen 2H is selected on electronicshift 4WD systems only.• 4X4 HIGH - Illuminates when 4His selec

4L (4WD Low)– Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to allfour wheels at reduced speeds. Intended only for off-road applicationssuch as deep san

WARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with thetransfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parkingbrake fully and turn off the ign

3. Move the 4WD control to the desired position.The message center will display 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS during theshift. The message center will then di

Activating the electronic locking differential (ELD)The ELD can be turned on bypulling the knob on the 4WD controltoward you while the control is inei

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering and b

Customer Assistance 335Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 341Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 342Cleaning 343Maintenance and Specifications 35

titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access thesaved titles and pressto cycle through the saved titles. Whenthe song title appears

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

Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against youand cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance maybe required f

Driving on hilly or sloping terrainAlthough natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should

Driving on snow and ice4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan skid like any other vehicle.Should you start to slide whi

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

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

above freezing. Angle the blade to maximize airflow to the radiator andmonitor engine temperature to determine whether a left or right angleprovides t

WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h).The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.Engine temperature while plowingWhen d

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

your four-digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and thedisplay will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED.d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is display

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehicle by doing the following:1. Turn the ignition switch to

COLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge15A Blue Blue — — —20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue25A Natural Nat

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 30A Moon roof2 15A Not used (spare)3 15A Not used (spare)4 30A Not

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits11 10A Not used (spare)12 7.5A Power mirror switch, Memory seatmodule microprocessor power,Steering

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits35 10A Rear park assist36 5A PATS transceiver37 10A Not used (spare)38 20A Subwoofer39 20A Radio, Na

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits1 — PCM power relay2 — Starter relay3 — Blower motor rel

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits18 — Not used19 — Not used20 20A** 4x4 module (ESOF)21 30A** Trailer tow battery charge22 20A** Ciga

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits45 20A* Trailer tow stop turn relay feed46 15A* Brake on/off (BOO) switch47 60A** Roll stability con

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits70 — Not used71 — Not used72 20A** Auxiliary power point (Rear)73 — Not used74 30A** Driver power se

OK: Your vehicle may be equippedwith special phone and mediafeatures which will require you toconfirm commands by pressing OK.For further information,

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damageto the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system(TPMS) in the Tire

• Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time• Use commercial car washi

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to:• Towing a trailer• Driving vehicles equipped with a

Removing the spare tire1. Use the ignition key to removethe lock cylinder from the accesshole of the bumper to allow accessto the guide tube. Assemble

1. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.2. Obtain the spare tire and jackfrom their storage locations.3. Use the tip of the lug wrench toremove any whee

• RearWARNING: To lessen therisk of personal injury, donot put any part of your bodyunder the vehicle while changing atire. Do not start the engine wh

• Seven lug nut wheel10. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire.11. Stow the jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fastened so

6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumperdrive tube with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle.WHEEL LU

RUNNING OUT OF FUELIf you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portablefuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenanc

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake onboth vehicles

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.2. Ensure that the battery

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

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

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

Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing Address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow theportabl

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:

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

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent qu

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

5.4L ENGINEPLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dea

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A),available from your au

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrumentpanel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows:1. Wipe up spilled liqui

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

CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C

• Clean spills as quickly as possible.• Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of theleather as cleaners may darken the leather. F

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel.2. Go to the front of the vehicle a

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L V81. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Transmission fluid dipstick (4.6L 2V only)3. Brake fluid

5.4L V81. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Engine coolant reservoir5. Air filter assembly6. Power ste

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

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the locktab to release the bla

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick.6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insertthe dipstick fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil lev

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by th

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

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

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected.• A

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

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer toMaintenance product specifications and cap

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps:1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.2.

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Maintenance product specifications and capacities in

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

FUEL FILTERYour vehicle is equipped with a lifetime fuel filter that is integrated withthe fuel tank. Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

Sample MP3 structureIf you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variou

WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleadedgasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If your vehicleis not serviced in accordance

Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel systemYour fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel fillersystem. This allows you to simply open the fuel fille

Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inletFlex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel placed over the fuel fill inlet.Choosing the right fuelIf your vehicle i

Octane recommendationsDo not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you

FFV engineFlex fuel vehicles have a yellow bezel around the fuel fill inlet.It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. If you do

WARNING: Do not try to pry open or push open the EasyFuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuelsystem and its seal and cause injury

Filling the tankThe advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the M

5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy:Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.Calculatio

Maintenance• Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.• Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere w

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Bylaw, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,sells, leases, tr

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testingSome state/provincial and local governments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect

POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceinformation for the service interval schedules.1. Start the engi

TRANSMISSION FLUIDChecking 4-speed automatic transmission fluidRefer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduledintervals for fluid checks

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

AIR FILTERRefer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriateintervals for changing the air filter element.When changing the air filter ele

3. Clean the area around the airtube to air cover connection toprevent debris from entering thesystem and then loosen the bolt onthe air tube clamp so

8. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Becareful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filterhousing and cover a

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L 2V V8engine4.6L 3V V8engine5.4L V8engineAir filter element FA-1883 FA-1883 FA-1883Battery BTX-59 orBTX-65-6503BT

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio for theselected channel.No action required.This m

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetweenMIN/MAX

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford specificationFront axle (4X4) 3.5 pints (1.8L)Motorcraft SAE 80W-90Premium Rear AxleLub

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford specificationAutomatic transmissionfluid (6R80)13.9 quarts(13.2L)7MotorcraftMERCON威 LVA

Item CapacityFord part name orequivalentFord part number /Ford specificationFuel tankReg. Cab 8’ box /SuperCab 6.5’ box /SuperCab 8’ box26.0 gallons(9

ENGINE DATAEngine4.6L 2V V8engine4.6L 3V V8engine5.4L V8 engineCubic inches 281 281 330Required fuel87 octane 87 octane 87 octane orEthanol (E85)*Firi

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

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

LifestyleAsh cup / smoker’s packageBedliners and bedmatsCargo organization and managementTowing mirrorsTrailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessori

AAccessory delay ...74AdvanceTrac ...271Air cleaner filter ...386, 389Air conditioning .

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product.Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by readi

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Category informationnot available.Category informationnot available at thistime on this channel.The sys

in rear seat ...197, 203LATCH ...204recommendations ...194Child safety seats - bo

fail-safe cooling ...366idle speed control ...360lubrication specifications ...390refill capacities ...

Homelink wireless controlsystem ...85Hood ...353IIgnition ...

OOctane rating ...373Oil (see Engine oil) ...357PParking brake ...270Parts (see Motor

cleaning ...349climate control ...46, 49, 155easy access/easyout feature ..152heated ...

VVehicle Identification Number(VIN) ...395Vehicle loading ...241Ventilating your vehicle

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the wind

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automaticall

• If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures andidling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to runthe A/C in the M

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Messag

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/Cengages automaticall

12. – Front fan speed control: Press to decrease the fan speed.13. A.RRear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivatethe rear window defros

3. Manual override control: Allows you to manually select whereairflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.When choosing to c

9. PASS TEMP: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger sidetemperature control. Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature onthe passenger side

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED AND COOLED SEATS(NAVIGATION BASED–IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit

Protecting the environmentWe must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste, cleaning a

4. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passengertemperature control to increase/decrease the air temperature on thepassenger side of the

of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air toreduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previousair f

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODEPlease refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of theNavigation supplement for more information on using voi

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED)RThe rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to defrost your rear window from fog a

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

6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time(maximum of three minutes).At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn off.Fo

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.In order for the DRLs to function:• the ignition must be in the

Vertical aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.• (1) 8 fe

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSFront row map lamps (if equipp

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

SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp waterleak) are:• Water puddle inside the lamp• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks

Replacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all the bulbs frequently.Replacing headlamp bulbs1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off p

6. Remove the bulb and socket byturning it counterclockwise, thenpull it straight out.WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keepout of

6. Remove the bulb and socket byturning it counterclockwise, thenpull it straight out.Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.Replacing tail/brake/tu

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

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)1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering up or downuntil you find the desir

Memory featureThe steering column positions are saved when doing a memory setfunction and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality featuresw

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)The center console offers several useful storage features. These include:1. Cupholders2. Tissue holder in lid3. Power poin

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the on p

Event Data RecordingOther modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash even

2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 buttons simultaneously forapproximately 10 seconds until CALappears. Release the buttons.3. Slowly drive th

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe ba

Ashtray (if equipped)The ashtray is located on theinstrument panel.To open ashtray, push in on thedoor and release. The ashtrayassembly will tip out.

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Push the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power sliding back window.They may seriously injure them

With microphoneThe mirrors will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view wh

Memory feature (if equipped)The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing a memoryset function and can be recalled along with the vehicle

Note: 10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeatedfolding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the switch rearward duringfull travel

Telescoping trailer tow mirrors (if equipped)The telescoping feature allows themirror to extend approximately3.5 inches (90 mm). This feature isespeci

Automatic power deploy:• The running boards will extenddown and out when the doors areopened.Automatic power stow:• The running boards will return tot

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehiclesWARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rolloverrate than other types of vehi

Note: Do not use the running boards, front and rear hinge assemblies,running board motors, or the running board under body mounts to liftthe vehicle w

3. Press the SET + or SET - controland release it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or theclutch pedal (if equipped). Thiswill not era

Navigation system/SYNC handsfree control features (ifequipped)Presscontrol briefly until thevoiceicon appears on theNavigation display to use the voic

Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roofopening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automaticallyopen and stop at

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehiclepurchase). I

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)With the ignition in the on position, the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displays important v

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdrivers use extreme caution

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same

Setup MenuPress and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into the SETUP menusequence from the INFO menu for the following items:• Oil Life• Units (Englis

2. Press and hold theSELECT/RESET stem for twoseconds and release. Oil life is set to100% and “OIL LIFE SET TO 100%”is displayed.3. While “OIL LIFE SE

AutolampThis feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after theignition is switched off.1. To disable/enable the autolampdelay feature

Trailer sway (if equipped)This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway.1. To disable/enable the trailer swayfeature, se

3. DOOR STATUS4. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL5. XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX6. TBC GAIN = XX.XNO TRAILER (if equipped and no trailer connected)7. TBC GAIN = XX.X

Warning display StatusXXX miles to E fuel level low The warning can be reset. If thecondition/problem occurs again, themessage can return after being

Warning display StatusPark brake engaged The warning can be reset. Thewarning can return immediately afterbeing reset if the condition still exists.Th

REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door isnot completely closed.XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an earlyreminder of a l

XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON — Displayed when an oil change willsoon be required and shows the percentage of oil life left.WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equ