Ford 2007 F-150 manuale d’uso

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 19 Entertainment Systems 22 How to get going 22 AM/FM stereo 26 AM/FM stereo with CD 28 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 34 Auxiliary input jack 41 Satellite radio information 45 Climate Controls 48 Heater only 48 Manual heating and air conditioning 49 Automatic temperature c[...]

Locks and Security 101 Keys 101 Locks 101 Anti-theft system 112 Seating and Safety Restraints 1 15 Seating 115 Safety restraints 121 Airbags 140 Child restraints 149 Tires, Wheels and Loading 167 T ire information 169 T ire inflation 171 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 184 V ehicle loading 188 T railer towing 194 Recreational towing 206 Dri[...]

Customer Assistance 266 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 272 Cleaning 273 Maintenance and Specifications 283 Engine compartment 285 Engine oil 289 Battery 293 Engine coolant 295 Fuel information 301 Air filter(s) 320 Part numbers 322 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 324 Engine data 328 Accessories 332 Index 334 All rights reser[...]

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 W arning W ARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemic[...]

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION W arning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, i[...]

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Y our vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. T ry not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. V ary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer . A[...]

Special instructions For your added safety , your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter . Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury . Front seat mounted rear -facing child or inf[...]

T o access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful[...]

Notice to owners of the 2007 F150 Note: Y our vehicle is equipped with high performance tires. When first driving the vehicle after it has been parked for a period of time, you may experience a temporary ride disturbance. This is a characteristic of the tires and should be no reason for concern. The condition should correct itself within 5-15 miles[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation W arning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfuncti[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Corr[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster Base with T achometer instrument cluster 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster 12[...]

Family Carrier instrument cluster Mid instrument cluster 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Instrument Cluster 13[...]

Luxury instrument cluster Harley-Davidson instrument cluster W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’ s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the[...]

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally , the ⬙ Service engine soon ⬙ light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no m[...]

Brake system warning light: T o confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and ST ART , or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. Base, Base with T achometer and [...]

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A BeltMinder 威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the BeltMinder 威 chime feature. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly . Door ajar: Illuminates when the ign[...]

Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when four -wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when four -wheel drive high is engaged. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. T urns off when the speed control system is deactivated. T urn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn[...]

Check gauge: Displays when any of the following conditions has occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low . • The fuel gauge is at or near empty . T rans Fault: Displays when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced imme[...]

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine a[...]

• W ith Full Message Center Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display . Press the RESET button to reset. T achometer (if equipped): Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gau[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS Quick start — How to get going Listening to the radio 1. If the audio system is off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. T urn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AM/FM repeatedly to choose between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands. 3. Press / to manually go up/down the frequency ban[...]

2. Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through auxiliary audio sources. Select SA T1, SA T2 or SA T3 to listen to satellite radio. 3. Press SEEK, SEEK to access the previous or next satellite channel. Y ou may also seek by music category . For further information, refer to CATEGORY listing under the MENU control on your specific audio system. 4. Once you[...]

For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, press LOAD. Select a slot number using memory presets 1–6. When the display reads LOAD CD#, load the desired disc, label side up. If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose for you. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play . T o auto load up to 6 discs[...]

Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display . If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away , press SEEK to begin random play . Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display . T o disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display [...]

AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Y our vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened. 1. / : Press / to manually go up or down the radio frequency . Press and hold for a fast ad[...]

F AD (Fade): Press AUDIO to reach the fade feature. Use / / SEEK to adjust the audio between the front (F) and back (B) speakers. TREB (T reble): Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK to adjust. BASS (Bass): Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK to adjust. 3. SEEK: Press SEEK to access the previous/next strong station. 4. Memory[...]

AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Y our vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened. 1. / : Press / to manually go up or down the radio fre[...]

3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings: CA TEGOR Y (satellite radio if equipped): : Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CA TEGORY MODE). In CA TEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK, SEEK or SCAN to selec[...]

F ADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to a[...]

5. SEEK: In radio mode, press / to access the previous/next strong station. In CD/MP3 mode, press / to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channe[...]

9. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12. Memory presets: T o set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a prese[...]

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability . 14. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 15. ON/OFF/V olume: Press VOL-PUSH to turn ON/OFF . T urn VOL-PUSH to increase/decrease volume. Note: If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition i[...]

Premium/Audiophile in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Y our vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has turned off or until either front door has opened. 1. / (T une/Disc selector): In radio mode, pres[...]

3. MENU: Press repeatedly to access to the following settings: CA TEGOR Y (satellite radio if equipped): Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CA TEGORY MODE). In CA TEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK or SCAN to select the categor[...]

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust. TREB (T reble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust. BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. F ADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use /[...]

COMPRESS (Compression): A vailable only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display . Use / / SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF . When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through FES/DVD (if equipped), LINE IN (Auxilia[...]

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display . If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away , press SEEK to begin random play . Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display . T o disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF[...]

In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title and file name (if available). In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS long cha[...]

T o auto load up to 6 discs, press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD#. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the disc in preset #1 will begin to play . Note: An MP3 disc with folders wi[...]

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with an Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ), located in the instrument panel tray . The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with hi[...]

4. T urn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level. 5. T urn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN appears in the display . Y ou should hear audio from your portable music [...]

AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic [...]

MP3 track and folder structure Y our MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on track and folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section. • MP3 track mode igno[...]

Satellite radio information (if equipped) Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather , traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit www .sirius.com in the United States, www .sirius-canada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS[...]

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. Y ou will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously . Rad[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of sign[...]

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. T emperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. : Distributes outs[...]

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. T o increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudde[...]

3. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to defrost the rear window . Refer to Rear window defroster (if equipped) later in this chapter for more information. 3. B. Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate. This function will clear snow , fog and thin ice from the side rear view mirrors. 4. Recirculation control : Press to acti[...]

• Move the temperature control to the coolest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air ( ). Use recirculated air with A/C to provide colder airflow . • Set the fan to the highest speed initially , then adjust to maintain comfort. • T o aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the tempera[...]

T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: If your vehicle is equipped with a full message center , refer to Setup menu in the Message center section of the Driver Controls chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center , see your authorized dealer for temperature conversion. MAX A/C: F[...]

4. Recirculation control: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except (defrost). Recircul[...]

Automatic T emperature Control (A TC) system with heated seats (if equipped) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius: If your vehicle is equipped with a full message center , refer to Units (Fahrenheit/Celsius) in the Driver Controls chapter . If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center , refer to Mini message [...]

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 air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. 2. Fan speed control: Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed.[...]

12. A/C control: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . Engages automatically in AUTO, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 13. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. 14. T emperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature in the vehicle cab[...]

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it also operates the heated mirror to remove sno[...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The[...]

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the , or position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light will illuminate if the ignition is in the ON position. High beams[...]

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather . The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. P ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the b[...]

3. T urn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge [...]

INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps T o turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. Rear map lamp (if equipped) The rear map lamp lights are located on the end of the overhead rail system. The lamps can be turned on or off by pushing on the lens. Rear dome lamp (if equipped) • ON or D : The dome light will stay on. • DOOR or middle positio[...]

Dome/courtesy lamps (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF . The reading portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled on and off at the lamp. Courtesy/reading[...]

Function Number of bulbs T rade number Headlamps 2 H13 / 9008 Front park/turn lamps 2 3157A (amber) Front sidemarker 2 194 Foglamps 2 9140 Backup lamp (except Harley) 2 3156 Backup lamp (Harley) 2 3155 Rear stop/turn/sidemarker/tail lamp 2 4057K or 3057K High-mount brakelamp 1 921 Cargo lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 194 Exterior mounted mirror tu[...]

5. Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise, then pull it straight out. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’ s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb in reverse[...]

4. Slide the headlamp assembly forward disconnecting the snap attachment at the fender . 5. Remove bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise and then pull the bulb straight out. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order . Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF positi[...]

Replacing high-mount brake and cargo lamp bulbs Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb sockets. 2. Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly . 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and [...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. W indshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three [...]

While holding the steering column, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column. Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center console offers several useful storage features[...]

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’ s overhead console will vary according to your option package. The overhead console can come on rails, which can be removed by the customer , or it can come as a non-rail component of the headliner , which cannot be removed. If your vehicle is equipped with a overhead console rail sys[...]

• When on the overhead rail, adjacent bins must be pinned together . Bins adjacent to the End Cap must be pinned to the End Cap. Bins without pin attachments should not be placed on the overhead rail. Failure to pin the bins together can allow the bins to become separated from the rail under certain conditions. Bin Removal Attach and remove bins [...]

While pushing upwards with palms, grip the side latches with fingers and squeeze. W ith pressure applied with palms and side latches squeezed down, pull downward on the entire storage bin and remove. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only . Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will da[...]

The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). T o prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W . T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than nece[...]

Cupholder/Ashtray (if equipped) The cupholder/ashtray is located on the instrument panel. T o open cupholder/ashtray , push in on the door and release. The door will spring out 1/4+ inches. Then pull cupholder/ashtray assembly out the remaining distance to utilize. T o close, push assembly in completely and release. Ashtray (if equipped) The ashtra[...]

Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window . Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window . One touch down Allows the driver’ s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on the bottom part of the rocker switch and release quickly . Press the rocker switch again[...]

• Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open window all the way to the full open position. • Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window . When operating the power sliding back window you must ensure all rear seat occupants and/or cargo are not in the proximity of the back window . Do not leave children[...]

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors (if equipped)[...]

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Heated mirrors remove ice, mist and fog. T o activate the heated mirrors, press the rear defrost button R located on the climate control panel. Refer to Rear Window Defrost in the Climate Controls chapter for more information. On vehicles not equipped with rear defrost, press the heated mirror control located on[...]

Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) W ith speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not use the speed control in [...]

Resuming a set speed Press the RES/RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RES/RESUME control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET contr[...]

• Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET control. Turning of f speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will not erase your vehicle’ s previously set speed, if RES/RESUME is then selected, the vehicle will return[...]

In Satellite Radio mode (if equipped): • Press and release SEEK to advance through preset channels or press and hold SEEK to increment to the next subscribed channel. In CD mode: • Press and release SEEK to select the next track selection on the CD or press and hold SEEK to fast forward in the current track selection. In any mode: • Press VOL[...]

When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. Note: The moon roof will open to the “comfort” position first before opening all the way . The “comfort” position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the[...]

When programming your HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this [...]

3. Simultaneously press and hold both the HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter button. Do not release the buttons until Step 4 has been completed. Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace Step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming” in this section for Canadian residents. 4. The indic[...]

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter . After completing Steps 1 and 2 outlined in the “Programming” section, replace Step 3 with the following: Note: If programm[...]

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons T o erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be prog[...]

Usually , when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary . Refer to Compass calibration adjustment. Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that[...]

1. Start the vehicle. 2. T o enter the compass calibration mode, press and hold the button for greater than eight seconds. The display will then show CAL in the display window . 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) in circles until CAL indicator turns off. As many as 5 complete circles may be required. 4. The compass is now calibr[...]

• A verage Fuel Economy • T rip Elapsed Drive T ime Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Compass display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affec[...]

6. Press the RESET , then press SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center . The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and “wraps” back to 01. 7. T o exit the zone setting mode, and to “lock in” your change, press and release the RESET control. Perform compass cal[...]

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy , which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display . The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function fr[...]

Setup menu Press this control for the following displays: • System Check • Units (English/Metric) • Autolock • Autolamp Delay • Language System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicat[...]

1. T o disable/enable the autolock feature, select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the autolocks ON or OFF . Autolamp delay This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. T o disable/enable the autolamp delay feature, select t[...]

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message. W arning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories: • They will r[...]

to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. REDUCED ENGINE POWER. Displayed when the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible,[...]

LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped). Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Y our T ires in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter . TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR F AUL T (if equipped). Displayed when the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, hav[...]

Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. T o remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. T AILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a tailgate lock designed to help pr[...]

BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for larger loads. T o extend the bed extender : 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the lever on each side of the bed extender to release it from the pickup box. 3. Lift the bed extender over on to the tailgate. 4. Evenly push down on the bed exten[...]

T o remove the bed extender: 1. Extend the bed extender . 2. Pull the lever on each side of the bed extender to unlock it. Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the bed extender . 3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar and lift the bed extender out of the channels on the “D” pillar . T o install the bed extender ,[...]

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer . Y ou should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency . Refer to the SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)[...]

• the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, and • the brake pedal is release[...]

horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short chirp and one long honk) if autolock was activated. 5. T urn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to exit programming. Note: After exiting the driver configuration mode, the horn will chirp once to indicate a feature has been activated/deactivated. Keyless entry key pad proce[...]

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Chang[...]

2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parklamps will flash once more. If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the parklamps will not flash. Power door lock/unlock disable featu[...]

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. Memory feature (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory feature. Press the control once to unlock the driver’ s door . Pressing the control will automatically move the seat and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the m[...]

T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery . N[...]

Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of six — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. If all remote entry transmitters are not present during the programming procedure, the transmitters that are not present during programming will no longer operate the vehicle. [...]

• the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver wil[...]

4. W ithin five seconds, press the control two times. Note: One horn chirp should be heard, indicating the system has been disabled. Conversely , a horn chirp followed by a honk will indicate the system is enabled. Pressing the power door control two times again will turn the feature ON if it was previously OFF , or OFF if it was previously ON. Eve[...]

• one minute of keypad inactivity . • the control is pressed on the remote entry transmitter . • the ignition is turned from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position, or from the 3 (ON) position to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. Programming a personal entry code T o create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code (keypa[...]

SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Y our vehicle comes with two[...]

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key , you will need to have your vehicle towed to an[...]

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position (maintain ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than ten seconds). 2. T urn ignition from the 3 (ON) position back to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position in order to remove the first [...]

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo [...]

Push control to lower head restraint. Front seat • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the release lever handle located on the side of the seat up to move the seatback forward or backward. 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Seating and Safe[...]

Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to move the armrest up or down. Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust [...]

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor . T o reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not h[...]

Memory seats/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the driver’ s seat. • T o program position one, move the driver seat, and adjustable pedals to the desired position. Press the SET control. The SET co[...]

The head restraints can be moved up and down. Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. Push control to lower head restraint. Folding up the rear seats (if equipped ) The rear seat has a split 60/40 cushion. Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position. 1. Pull control to rele[...]

Returning the seat to seating position Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden s[...]

classification and conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either none, one, or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant classification and condit[...]

and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child sea[...]

Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant’ s forward momentum. This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’ s chest by limiting the load[...]

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ri[...]

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Center front safety belt[...]

2. Insert the belt into the clip on the back panel. Protect the stowed belt if you carry cargo this may damage or soil the belt. If the belt has been disconnected to carry large objects behind the seat, reconnect it as follows: 1. Remove the belt from the stowage clip on the back panel. 2. Buckle the small tongue on the end of the belt into the min[...]

shortened, but pinches the webbing to keep the lap portion from getting longer . The cinch tongue is designed to slip during a crash, so always wear the shoulder belt properly and don’t allow any slack in either the lap or shoulder portions. Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt having a cinch tongue into the buckle, [...]

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair . 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only . Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder . 3) Never use a[...]

Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Energy management retractors Y our vehicle has a safety belt system equipped with energy management retractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. An energy management retractor is a device which pays out webbing in a controlled manner . This feature is designed to help further [...]

When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a front outboard passenger in a Regular Cab/ SuperCab/ SuperCrew or any rear seating position of a SuperCab or SuperCrew . The Regular Cab front center seatbelt has a cinch mechanism. Refer to Safety belt with locking cinch tongue (Regular Cab center only) earlie[...]

2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract [...]

The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate only during certain frontal or near -frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt buckle pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts during some collisions in such a way that they fit more s[...]

Front safety belt height adjustment (if equipped) Y our vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and right front passenger . Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder . T o lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. T o raise the height of th[...]

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding.[...]

The BeltMinder 威 feature uses two different warning chimes. During the first minute of activation, the warning chime will sound once every second. The remaining warning chimes will sound twice every second while the system is activated. If... Then... The driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belts are buckled... The BeltMinder 威 feature w[...]

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider ... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1i n4o fu sw i l lb e seriously injured in a crash during our[...]

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the BeltMinder 威 chime. T o do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’ s air bag system. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the BeltMinder 威 feature for that seating position, the Be[...]

• Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state. (Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off.) • After Step 3, the restraint system warn[...]

hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However , if the collision was minor and an authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly , they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt a[...]

• Front passenger sensing system • Passenger airbag off indicator light. The airbag supplemental restraints are an integral part of the Personal Safety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where the Personal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions and crash severity are appropriate to activate these devices. Refer to t[...]

• Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the airbag cover (1). Placing objects on or over the airbag cover may cause those objects to be thrown by the airbag into your face and torso or may result in a failure of the airbag to inflate properly , both of which could result in serious [...]

Children and airbags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of in[...]

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather , it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activatio[...]

If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately . If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refe[...]

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’ s frontal airbag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in the front seat, • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear -facing infant seat that is installed according to the manufacturer’ s instructions,[...]

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit. If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’ s seat, but the ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person isn’t sitting[...]

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below . Objects Pass Airba[...]

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions Y ou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the [...]

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 lb. (18 kg) and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly , which could increase the risk of serious injury in a crash. T o improve the [...]

T ypes of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child’ s head (top of ear level) [...]

Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably cl[...]

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’ s instructions with the sa[...]

• LA TCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to 22 kg (48 pounds) in a child restraint. T op tether anchors can be used for children up to 27 kg (60 pounds) in a child restraint, and to provide upper torso restraint for children up to 36 kg (80 pounds) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster . Ford recommends [...]

1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure th[...]

4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull[...]

8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward. There should be no more than one inch of movement for p[...]

2. If the center lap/shoulder safety belt has been disconnected from the seat to carry large cargo behind the seat, reconnect it by buckling the small buckle on the end of the belt into the mini-buckle on the driver’ s side. Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move sea[...]

5. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue. 6. While pushing down with your knee on the child seat pull up on the shoulder belt portion to tighten the lap belt portion of the combination lap and s[...]

9. Check from time to time to be sure that there is no slack in the lap/shoulder belt. The shoulder belt must be snug to keep the lap belt tight during a collision. Installing child safety seats in the front row lap belt seating positions (SuperCab and SuperCrew) Installing a child safety seat in the front row lap seating position should be avoided[...]

The passenger seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap anchors located behind the seats as described below . The tether anchors in your vehicle may be loops of webbing above the seatback or an anchor bracket behind the seat on the rear edge of the seat cushion. The rear seat in the SuperCab and SuperCrew has three straps along [...]

• Y ou may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tether anchors. Make sure the seatback is locked in the upright position before installing the child seat. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. • Front seat Regular Cab passenger side • Front seat Regular Cab center (located on back panel) If the tether strap is clipped in[...]

If the safety seat is not anchored properly , the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. Rear seat tether strap attachment There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat (along the bottom edge of the rear window) in the SuperCab and SuperCrew . These loops are to be used as both routing loops and anch[...]

2. Route the tether strap behind the head restraint supports to a loop behind an adjacent seating position, and hook the strap hook onto the loop. If using the driver’ s side, pass the strap behind the shoulder belt mounting for the center seat. • Always put the tether strap through the routing loop. The head restraint support post will hold th[...]

Y our vehicle is equipped with LA TCH anchors for child seat installation at the following seating positions (LA TCH is not available on F150 Regular cab) : • F150 SuperCab and SuperCrew The anchors on both sides of the center of the rear seat are provided for child seats at the outboard seats, and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchor[...]

If you install a child seat with rigid LA TCH attachments, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe[...]

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to per[...]

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as necessary . Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter . Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications ch[...]

• Narrower — to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV’ s and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. These differences that make your vehicle so versa[...]

T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the ac[...]

Glossary of tire terminology • T ire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry . • T ire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of man[...]

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended[...]

drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or T ire Label. T o check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile. If you are checking tire [...]

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear . If internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For you[...]

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi greater than t[...]

If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander . Highway hazards No matter how carefully yo[...]

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved[...]

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that[...]

Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186[...]

12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad[...]

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/L[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, designated by the T ire and Rim A[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the v[...]

Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressure sensor fastened to the inside rim of the wheel. The pressure sensor is covered by the tire and is not visible unless the tire is removed. The pressure sensor is located opposite (180 degrees) from the valve stem. Care must be taken when changing the tire to avoid damaging the [...]

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the T ire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air . It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your T ire Pressure Monitoring System:[...]

Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary sp[...]

any tire is under -inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to prov[...]

V ehicle Curb W eight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s doo[...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2007 F[...]

GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r[...]

GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury . Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’ s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driv[...]

transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 – (2 x 220) – (12 x 100) = 1400 – 440 – 1200 = – 240 lb. No, you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg — (2 x 99 kg) — (12 x 45 kg) = 635 — 198 [...]

T owing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’ s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully periodically during, and after any towing operation. Exceeding the maximum GCWR could result in extensive damage to your vehicle and personal injury . Do not exceed the GVWR or the GA WR speci[...]

Regular Cab 4x2 (144.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.2L (with automatic transmission) 3.55 10000 (4536) 5000 (2268) 3.73 10500 (4763) 5500 (2495) 4.6L 3.55 11700 (5307) 6700 (3039) 4.6L 3.73 12200 (5534) 7200 (3266) 5.4L 3.55 14000 (6350) 8800 (3992) 5.4L 3.73 15000 (6804) 9800 (4445) 5[...]

Regular Cab 4x4 (144.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L (with 17” tires) 3.55 14000 (6350) 8500 (3856) 5.4L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.55 13500 (6123) 8000 (3629) 5.4L (with 17” tires) 3.73 15000 (6804) 9500 (4309) 5.4L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.73 14500 (6577) 9000 (4082) 5.[...]

SuperCab 4x2 (144.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.55 11700 (5307) 6500 (2948) 4.6L (with 18” tires) 3.55 11200 (5081) 6000 (2722) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.73 12200 (5534) 7000 (3175) 4.6L (with 18” tires) 3.73 11700 (5307) 6500 (2948) 5.4L (with 17” tires)[...]

SuperCab 4x4 (132.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.73 12000 (5443) 6500 (2948) 4.6L (with 18” tires) 3.73 11500 (5216) 6000 (2721) 5.4L (with 17” tires) 3.55 13000 (5897) 7300 (3311) 5.4L (with 18” tires) 3.55 12500 (5670) 6800 (3084) 5.4L (with 17” tires)[...]

SuperCab 4x4 (144.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.73 14500 (6577) 8800 (3992) SuperCab 4x4 (163” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L Heavy Duty 4.10 15300 (6940) 9300 (4218) Crew Cab 4x2 (138.5?[...]

Crew Cab 4x2 (138.5” wheelbase) Harley-Davidson V ersion Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 5.4L 3.73 11000 (4990) 5300 (2404) Crew Cab 4x4 (138.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.73 12200 (5534) 6600 (2994) 4.6L (with 18?[...]

Crew Cab 4x2 (150.5” wheelbase) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Maximum trailer weight-lb. (kg) 4.6L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.55 11200 (5080) 5700 (2585) 4.6L (with 17” tires) 3.73 12200 (5534) 6700 (3039) 4.6L (with 18” or 20” tires) 3.73 11700 (5307) 6200 (2812) 5.4L (with 17” tires) 3.55 14000 (6350) 8400 (3810) 5.4L [...]

T railer frontal area considerations: • Not to exceed towing vehicle frontal area without Class IV trailer towing package • Not to exceed 60 square feet (5.52 square meters) with Class IV trailer towing package Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your authoriz[...]

T railer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’ s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’ s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’ s brake system. Y our vehicle may not hav[...]

• Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur . Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Information for more information. T railer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a [...]

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability , emissions and reliability . Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water . Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repa[...]

V ehicles equipped with automatic transmission and 4x4 vehicles equipped with an electronic-shift transfer case: • Release the parking brake. • T urn the key in the ignition to the OFF position. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km). • Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed. • The [...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. Note: The ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition unless the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). 2. ACCESSORY , allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine[...]

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if yo[...]

• Make sure the parking brake is set. If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3. T urn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (ST ART). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for m[...]

Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (ST ART). If there is difficulty in turning the key , rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely . 2. T urn the key to 4 (ST ART), then release the key as soon as the engine starts. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the[...]

If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only) 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to floor , then crank the engine. 2. When the engine starts, release the key , then gradually release the accelerator pedal as the engine speeds up. If the engine still fails to start, repeat Step 1. Guar[...]

Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light. Base, Base with T achometer and Family Carrier instrument cluster Mid, Luxury and Harley-Davidson instrument cluster Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Y our vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This s[...]

Base, Base with T achometer and Family Carrier instrument cluster Mid, Luxury and Harley-Davidson instrument cluster Parking brake T o set the parking brake (1), press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released. Base, Base with T achomete[...]

T RACTION CONTROL 姟 (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a T raction Control 娂 system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in[...]

STEERING T o help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir). • Some noise is normal during operation[...]

PREPARING TO DRIVE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Y our vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car .[...]

2. Locate the round access plug on the underside of the steering column cover . 3. Remove the access plug using a flat head screwdriver , then push the override button using a flat head screwdriver , apply the brake pedal and shift the transmission into N (Neutral). 4. Reinstall the access plug cover , start the vehicle and release the parking brak[...]

2. Open the center console bin. Using a screwdriver , carefully pry off the console finish panel surrounding the shifter mechanism by inserting a screwdriver into the latch slot as shown. 3. Remove console finish panel assembly to expose the inside of the gearshift. 4. Press and hold the white button located along side the shifter housing assembly [...]

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic transmission Y our vehicle’ s automatic transmission is equipped with a special shift strategy that insures maximum heater performance during cold weather operation. When ambient temperature is 23°F (–5°C) or below and the engine coolant temperature is below 100°F (38°C), ligh[...]

T o put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) W ith the gearshift lever in R (Re[...]

• Floor -shift transmission The transmission control indicator (TCIL) will illuminate on the instrument cluster . Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed. • This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive. • O/D OFF lamp is illuminated. • Provides engine braking. • Use when driving [...]

• Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever . • W ill not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First) when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor . • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear . If your vehicle gets stuck in mud [...]

During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully depressed to the floor . Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal. Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission[...]

Maximum downshift speeds 1 Shift from: T ransfer case position (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L D (Overdrive) - 4 55 mph (89 km/h) 21 mph (34 km/h) 4 - 3 45 mph (72 km/h) 17 mph (27 km/h) 3 - 2 35 mph (56 km/h) 13 mph (21 km/h) 2 - 1 20 mph (32 km/h) 7 mph (11 km/h) 1 Downshift at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces. Reverse 1. Make sure that y[...]

T o help avoid personal injury , always use caution when in reverse and when using the RSS. This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, part[...]

The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition is ON. An RSS control allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off. T o turn the RSS off, the ignition must be ON, and the gear selector in R (Reverse). An indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator l[...]

• 4X4 LOW – Momentarily illuminates when the engine is started. Illuminates when 4L is selected. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD High) – Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway driving. Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at high speeds. 4H (4WD High) – Used for extra traction such as in snow or i[...]

• If the transfer case will not engage into 4L (4WD Low), allow the vehicle to coast at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h), then repeat Steps 2 and 3. Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages; this is normal. Note: For proper operation in 4WD Low , ensure the transfer case shift lever is moved entirely rearward in to the 4L (4WD Lo[...]

4L (4WD Low) - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels at reduced speeds. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) will not engage while the vehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h); this is normal and should be no reason for concern. Refer to Shifting to/fro[...]

A WD (Auto) - Power delivered to all four wheels, as required, for increased traction. This is appropriate for all on-road driving conditions, such as dry road surfaces, wet pavement, snow , gravel and shallow sand. 4H (Lock) - The “4X4 HI” light will illuminate in the instrument cluster when this position is selected. This position is not reco[...]

Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry , hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components. 4WD modes are only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. ?[...]

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander . Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to [...]

leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). T urn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If [...]

Mud and water If you must drive through high water , drive slowly . T raction or brake capability may be limited. When driving through water , determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly . If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water , always try the brakes. W et[...]

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. A void driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over . When[...]

Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. A void sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice.[...]

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water , traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, wate[...]

Ford compliance certification to FMVSS. Exceeding this weight may require the auxiliary equipment installer additional safety certification responsibility . The Front Accessory Reserve Capacity (F ARC) is added for customer convenience • Rear ballast weight behind the rear axle may be required to prevent exceeding the FGA WR, and provide front-to[...]

Never remove or defeat the “tripping mechanisms” designed into the snow removal equipment by its manufacturer . Doing so may cause damage to the vehicle and the snow removal equipment as well as possible air bag deployment. Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford [...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New V ehicle Limited W arranty perio[...]

Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick refer[...]

HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash. Press the flasher control again to turn them off. Use it whe[...]

This switch is located in the front passenger’ s footwell, behind the kick panel access cover , to the left of the fuse box. The access cover needs to be removed to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. T o reset the switch: 1. T urn the ignition OFF . 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in [...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box and Auxiliary Relay Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance an[...]

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 10A* Run/Accessory - W ipers, Instrument cluster , Audio for XL/STX 2 20A* Stop/T urn lamps, Brake on/off switch, Hazard flashers 3 7.5A* Power mirrors, Memory seats and pedals, Driver power seat 4 10A* DVD battery power , Power fold m[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 14 10A* Back-up lamp and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) relay coil, A/C pressure switch, Redundant speed control switch, Heated PCV (5.4L), T railer tow back-up lamps relay coil, ABS, Reverse park aid, EC mirror , Navigation radio (reverse input) 15 5A* Overdrive cancel, [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 29 15A* PCM 4x4 power 30 15A* PCM 4x4 power 31 20A* Radio power , Satellite radio module 32 15A* V apor Management V alve (VMV), A/C clutch relay , Canister vent, Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO) sensors #11 and #21, CMCV , Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor , VCT , Heated Pos[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 104 — Not used 105 30A** Electric trailer brakes 106 30A** T railer tow battery charge 107 30A** Power door locks (BSM) 108 30A** Passenger power seat 109 30A** Driver power seat, Adjustable pedals, Memory module (pedals, seat, mirror) 110 — Not used 111 30A** 4x4 [...]

Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender . • W ith Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options • W ithout Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options The relays are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description F03 5A Clockspring illumination R01 Full ISO Relay 4x4 CCW R02 Full [...]

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily . Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the indicator light will illuminate when the spar[...]

2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONL Y” When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label[...]

• Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be given to: • T owing a trai[...]

Removing the spare tire 1. Use the ignition key to remove the lock cylinder from the access hole of the bumper to allow access to the guide tube. Assemble the jack handle as shown in the illustration. 2. Fully insert the jack handle through the bumper hole and into the guide tube through the access hole in the rear bumper . 3. T urn the handle coun[...]

1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine OFF . 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Obtain the spare tire and jack from their storage locations. 5. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 6. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn count[...]

• Front Note: Use the frame rail as the jacking location point, NOT the control arm. • Rear T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. • Never use the front or rear dif[...]

11. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown (Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification): • Six lug nut wheel • Seven lug nut wheel 12. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire. 13. Stow the jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is fa[...]

ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience. 4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened. T ry to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will not move. Loosen and retighten, if necessary . Failure to properly stow the spare tire[...]

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability . Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage. Preparing your vehicle When the battery i[...]

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery . Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the neg[...]

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the bat[...]

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s batter[...]

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing pr[...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Y ou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warranty repairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certain warranty repair[...]

In Canada: Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www .ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, c[...]

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’ s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent a[...]

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful in achieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined on the front page of the W arranty Guide. However , if your warranty conc[...]

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part[...]

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www .ford-esp.com. GETTING ASSIST A[...]

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERA TURE T o order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORA TED P .O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website: w[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Ne[...]

• W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpe[...]

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

• 5.4L engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3–A). • If tar[...]

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (ZC-32–A), available from your authorized dealer . This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facil[...]

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE (HARLEY-DAVIDSON EDITION ONLY) Y our vehicle’ s instrument panel and console are uniquely painted with both high and low gloss paints that require special care. The high gloss area is similar to that of the vehicle’ s exterior; the low gloss area is designed to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield ref[...]

INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner .[...]

Leather seats for the King Ranch SuperCrew only (if equipped) Y our vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grain leather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care and maintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of the leather . Failure to ca[...]

Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the King Ranch Saddle Shop. Visit the W eb site at www.krsaddleshop.com ,o r telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you are unable to obtain King Ranch Leather Conditioner , use another premium leather conditioner . • Apply your first conditioning tr[...]

Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3–A) Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20) Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A) Motorcraft One Step W ash and W ax Concentrate (ZC-6-A) Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) Motorcraft Premium Car W ash Concentrate (U.S. only) (ZC-17-B) Motorcraft Premium [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services[...]

T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.2L V6 engine 1. Battery 2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Power steering fluid reservoir 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. T ransmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 10. W indshi[...]

4.6L V8 1. Battery 2. T ransmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specif[...]

5.4L V8 1. Battery 2. T ransmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 3. Air filter assembly 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specif[...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streak[...]

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter . T o prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge o[...]

• 4.6L/5.4L V8 engine 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. W ipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • 4.2[...]

• 4.6L/5.4L V8 engine • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the lower and upper holes or within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the upper hole or the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the indicator bac[...]

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W -20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the Internatio[...]

BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer , trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry . Als[...]

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. A void contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attent[...]

• Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in[...]

When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read[...]

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container . If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . N[...]

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth to turn it counterc[...]

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrati[...]

How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. • The mini message center (if equipped) will indicate “Check Gauges”, refer to W arning Lights and Chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter . • The message center (if equipped) will indicate a system warnin[...]

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer . Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. T ake your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see [...]

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or perma[...]

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor , beer and wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane. When ethanol is produced for use in motor fuels, a small amount of gasoline is added to make it unfit for beverage use. The resulting ethanol blend is called denatured fuel ethanol[...]

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away [...]

If the digital display reads “CHECK FUEL CAP” and stays on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. T urn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle. The cus[...]

Y our vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that these additives can cause your vehicle’ s emission control system to deteriorate more rapidly . In Canada, premium grade fuel generally contains more metallic additives than regular grade fuel. W e recom[...]

Fuel quality Many of the world’ s automakers approved the W orld-wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the W orld-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the W o[...]

If you have run out of fuel: • Y ou may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal. • Normally , adding one gallon of fuel is enough to restart the engine. If the vehicle is [...]

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than three automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the sa[...]

• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy . • Slow down gradually . • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h[...]

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy . • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain. • T ransmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise ge[...]

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover . The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the indicator , charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power could indicate tha[...]

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly tightening the fuel cap or letting the electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started. A driving cycle consists of[...]

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driv[...]

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) Check the fluid level. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. During normal operation, the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should remain constant. If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir . Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford s[...]

T RANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Y our transmission does not consume fluid. However , the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly , i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts s[...]

Y ou can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 50°F (10°C). However , if fluid is added at this time, an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature. The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (150°F-170°F [66°C-77°C]). The transmiss[...]

If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer . An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in[...]

3. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely . Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter . T RANSFER C[...]

3. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter . DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Y our vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require [...]

Changing the air filter element • 4.2L/4.6L engines 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air filter element in place. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the open end of the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element. 5. Reassemble the two halves of the air filter hous[...]

2. Pull air filter tray assembly out toward front of vehicle and lift air filter element up and out of housing. The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new air filter . 3. Install a new air filter element into the tray assembly . 4. Return air filter tray to original position by pressing firmly on the handle until all [...]

For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer . Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for an[...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification Brake fluid and clutch fluid Fill to line or step (for clutch) on reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1 or PM-1-C / ESA-M6C25-A or WSS-M6C62-A 4.2L engine oil 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Moto[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification Rear 8.8/9.75 inch axle fluid 5.5 pints (2.6L) 3 Motorcraft SAE 75W -140 Rear Synthetic Axle Lubricant 5 XY -75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A Rear 10.25 inch axle fluid 6.9 pints (3.3L) 4 Seat tracks — Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B T ransmission /steering/p[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number / Ford specification W indshield washer fluid 4.25 quarts (4.0L) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 Fuel tank Reg. Cab 6.5’ box / SuperCab 5.5’ box 26.0 gallons (98.4L) —— Fuel tank SuperCrew 5.5’ box 30 gallons (113.6L) —— Fuel tank Sup[...]

For 10.25 inch T raction-Lok axles, use 6.5 pints (3.1L) of Motorcraft SAE 75W -140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant and 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL–3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST -M2C118-A. 5 Y our vehicle’ s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life. These l[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 4.2L V6 engine 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine Cubic inches 256 281 330 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane or Ethanol (E85) 2 Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42mm) 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42mm) 0.040–0[...]

• 4.6L V8 Engine and 5.4L V8 Engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certific[...]

V ehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number . The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross [...]

T RANSMISSION/T RANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Code Four -speed automatic (4R75E) Q Five-speed manual (M5R2) M 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) M[...]

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your veh[...]

Lifestyle Ash cup / smoker’ s package Bedliners and bedmats Cargo organization and management T owing mirrors T railer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories Peace of mind Mobile-ease 娂 hands-free communication system Remote start V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind wh[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 76 Air cleaner filter ............... 320–322 Air conditioning ....................51, 54 Airbag supplemental restraint system ................................ 140–141 and child safety seats ............ 143 description .............................. 141 disposal .................................... [...]

washing .................................... 273 waxing ..................................... 273 wheels ...................................... 274 wiper blades ............................ 276 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ........................... 48, 51, 54 Clock adjust 6-CD in dash .............................35 AM/FM Ste[...]

checking and adding ..............289 dipstick .................................... 289 filter , specifications ........ 292, 322 recommendations ................... 292 refill capacities ........................ 324 specifications .......................... 324 Exhaust fumes .......................... 212 F Fail safe cooling ......................[...]

Illuminated visor mirror ............. 69 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..................... 153 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 313 Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 277 cluster ........................................ 12 lighting up panel and interior ...................[...]

Oil (see Engine oil) .................. 289 P Parking brake ............................ 214 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....322 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ................. 122 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ............................... 245 Power door locks ...................... 101 Power mirrors ............................[...]

Spark plugs, specifications ..................... 322, 328 Special notice ambulance conversions .............. 8 four -wheel drive vehicles ....... 240 utility-type vehicles .................... 8 Specification chart, lubricants ................................... 324 Speed control .............................. 79 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ....[...]

W indshield washer fluid and wipers .......................................... 68 checking and adding fluid ..... 288 replacing wiper blades ........... 288 2007 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Index 340[...]

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