2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab Manual
2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab manual content summary:
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storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company 1 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 2
when loaded, will handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. This is because your vehicle has special design and equipment features for cargo-hauling or off-road operation. Study this supplement and the Owner's Guide for specific information about equipment features and instructions for safe - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 3
Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury. 3 2011 Four Wheel - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 4
in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two-wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations, it won't stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicles. Always drive at a safe speed. 4 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 5
be: • Higher - to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough terrain without Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result handle differently than an ordinary passenger car. 5 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 6
hard surfaced roads (except models equipped with Auto 4WD or AWD). This may damage brake application or aggressive steering. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • If you have the space - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 7
start to slide while cornering on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won't stop any faster, because as - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 8
. See your Owner's Guide for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with a manual transmission. Set the - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 9
Ford joins the U. S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by "treading lightly braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 10
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving in deep snow 4WD and AWD vehicles are unique in that they can be driven in deep snow that would stop a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle. Shift to a low gear and maintain steady pressure on the accelerator. This will help - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 11
might induce a rollover. It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too much power can cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss of vehicle control. 11 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 12
help you slow the vehicle and still maintain steering control. If your vehicle has four wheel anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brakes firmly. Do not "pump" the brakes. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 13
Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. 13 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 14
Guide for description): Store and maintain at 60 psi (4.15 bar). For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information section in the Owner's Guide an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 14 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 15
case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. 15 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 16
by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process and may require tires to be Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 17
the tire bead and wheel bead seat area. 2. Stand at a minimum of 12 ft (3.66 m) away from the tire wheel assembly. 3. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi (1.38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford dealer or other tire service professional should do the - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 18
(originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped). If the TPMS indicator (if equipped) is flashing, your TPMS (if - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 19
much space is available) or by payload capacity (how much weight the vehicle should carry). Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 20
and evenly distributed over the roof rack area, with the heaviest cargo on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. Any load placed on the roof rack should not exceed the maximum load roof rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 21
cargo, and the weight of all the passengers and cargo in your vehicle. The total cargo load should not exceed the truck's cargo weight are not riding in seats with their safety belts fastened are much more likely to be injured or killed in a collision. 21 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 22
, and any trailer cargo must be less than or equal to the recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and must be properly balanced and secured. Refer to the RV & Trailer Towing Guide, your Owner's Guide or see an authorized dealer for additional information. 22 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd - 2011 Ford F150 Regular Cab | Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing - Page 23
bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment because these modifications can affect the safety of your vehicle. WARNING: Do not use "aftermarket lift kits" or other suspension modifications. "Aftermarket lift kits" could adversely affect the vehicle's handling
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Introduction
2
Notice To Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
3
Vehicle Characteristics
4
Driving On Roadways
6
Driving Off-Road
9
Inflating Your Tires
13
Tire Care
15
Tire Replacement Requirements
17
Loading Your Vehicle
19
Trailer Towing
22
Maintenance and Modifications
23
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2011 Four Wheel Drive
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Supplement, 1st Printing
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