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Vehicle Care GENERAL INFORMATION Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle's color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver 's door jamb) to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. Always read the instructions before using the products. CLEANING PRODUCTS For best results, use the following products or products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Detail Wash (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 Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101) Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada only) [CXC-37-(A, B, D or F)] Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S. only) (ZC-32-B1) Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) • CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS (IF EQUIPPED) Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to warm or hot wheel rims and covers. Note: Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims and covers. Note: Industrial-strength or heavy-duty cleaners in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear away the clear coat finish over a period time. Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergents. Note: If you intend parking your vehicle for an extended period after cleaning the wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle for a few minutes before doing so. This will reduce the risk of increased corrosion of the brake discs. Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain their condition we recommend that you: 257 F150 (TF6)

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	9
About This Manual	9
Symbols Glossary	9
Data Recording	11
California Proposition 65	13
Perchlorate	13
Ford Credit	13
Replacement Parts Recommendation	13
Special Notices	14
Mobile Communications Equipment	14
Export Unique Options	15
Child Safety	16
General Information	16
Child Seat Positioning	17
Booster Seats	19
Installing Child Seats	21
Child Safety Locks	30
Safety Belts	31
Principle of Operation	31
Fastening the Safety Belts	32
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	35
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	35
Safety Belt Minder	36
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	38
Personal Safety System™	39
Personal Safety System™	39
Supplementary Restraints System	40
Principle of Operation	40
Driver and Passenger Airbags	41
Front Passenger Sensing System	42
Side Airbags	46
Safety Canopy™	47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	49
Airbag Disposal	49
Keys and Remote Controls	50
General Information on Radio Frequencies	50
Remote Control	50
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	53
MyKey™	54
Principle of Operation	54
Creating a MyKey	54
Clearing All MyKeys	56
Checking MyKey System Status	56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	56
MyKey Troubleshooting	57
Locks	58
Locking and Unlocking	58
Keyless Entry	59
Security	62
Passive Anti-Theft System	62
Anti-Theft Alarm	63
Power Running Boards	64
Using Power Running Boards	64
Steering Wheel	66
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	66
Audio Control	67
Voice Control	68
Cruise Control	68
Information Display Control	68
Pedals	69
Adjusting the Pedals	69
Wipers and Washers	70
Windshield Wipers	70
Autowipers	70
Windshield Washers	71
Lighting	72
Lighting Control	72
Autolamps	72
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	73
Daytime Running Lamps	73
Front Fog Lamps	73
Direction Indicators	74
Interior Lamps	74
Windows and Mirrors	76
Power Windows	76
Exterior Mirrors	77
Interior Mirror	79
Sun Visors	80
Moonroof	80
Instrument Cluster	82
Gauges	82
Warning Lamps and Indicators	83
Audible Warnings and Indicators	86
Information Displays	88
General Information	88
Information Messages	99
Climate Control	107
Manual Climate Control	107
Manual Climate Control	108
Automatic Climate Control	110
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	111
Heated Windows and Mirrors	112
Remote Start	112
Seats	114
Sitting in the Correct Position	114
Head Restraints	114
Manual Seats	116
Power Seats	117
Memory Function	118
Rear Seats	119
Heated Seats	120
Ventilated Seats	121
Front Seat Armrest	122
Rear Seat Armrest	123
Universal Garage Door Opener	124
Universal Garage Door Opener	124
Auxiliary Power Points	132
Auxiliary Power Points	132
Storage Compartments	134
Center Console	134
Overhead Console	134
Starting and Stopping the Engine	135
General Information	135
Ignition Switch	135
Starting a Gasoline Engine	135
Engine Block Heater	137
Fuel and Refueling	139
Safety Precautions	139
Fuel Quality	140
Running Out of Fuel	141
Refueling	142
Fuel Consumption	143
Emission Control System	144
Transmission	147
Automatic Transmission	147
Four-Wheel Drive	153
Using Four-Wheel Drive	153
Rear Axle	161
Limited Slip Differential	161
Electronic Locking Differential	161
Brakes	163
General Information	163
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	163
Parking Brake	164
Hill Start Assist	164
Traction Control	166
Principle of Operation	166
Using Traction Control	166
Stability Control	167
Principle of Operation	167
Using Stability Control	168
Terrain Response	170
Principle of Operation	170
Using Hill Descent Control	170
Parking Aids	172
Parking Aid	172
Rear View Camera	173
Cruise Control	176
Principle of Operation	176
Using Cruise Control	176
Driving Aids	177
Steering	177
Load Carrying	179
Load Limit	179
Tailgate	186
Towing	191
Towing a Trailer	191
Trailer Sway Control	192
Recommended Towing Weights	192
Essential Towing Checks	201
Transporting the Vehicle	207
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	208
Driving Hints	210
Breaking-In	210
Economical Driving	210
Driving Through Water	211
Floor Mats	211
Snowplowing	212
Roadside Emergencies	215
Roadside Assistance	215
Hazard Warning Flashers	216
Fuel Shutoff	216
Jump-Starting the Vehicle	216
Post-Crash Alert System	218
Customer Assistance	219
Getting the Services You Need	219
In California (U.S. Only)	220
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	221
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	221
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	222
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	223
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	223
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	224
Fuses	225
Changing a Fuse	225
Fuse Specification Chart	226
Maintenance	235
General Information	235
Opening and Closing the Hood	235
Under Hood Overview	236
Under Hood Overview	237
Under Hood Overview	238
Under Hood Overview	239
Engine Oil Dipstick	240
Engine Oil Check	240
Transfer Case Fluid Check	241
Engine Coolant Check	242
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	245
Brake Fluid Check	246
Washer Fluid Check	246
Power Steering Fluid Check	246
Fuel Filter	247
Changing the 12V Battery	247
Changing the Engine Air Filter	249
Changing the Engine Air Filter	250
Checking the Wiper Blades	252
Changing the Wiper Blades	252
Adjusting the Headlamps	252
Removing a Headlamp	254
Changing a Bulb	255
Bulb Specification Chart	257
Vehicle Care	259
General Information	259
Cleaning Products	259
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	259
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	259
Cleaning the Exterior	260
Waxing	261
Cleaning the Engine	261
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	261
Cleaning the Interior	262
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	262
Cleaning Leather Seats	263
Vehicle Storage	264
Wheels and Tires	267
General Information	267
Tire Care	269
Using Snow Chains	284
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	284
Changing a Road Wheel	290
Technical Specifications	295
Capacities and Specifications	297
Engine Specifications	297
Motorcraft Parts	299
Vehicle Identification Number	299
Vehicle Certification Label	300
Transmission Code Designation	301
Technical Specifications	302
Accessories	307
Accessories	307
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	309
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)	309
Audio System	312
General Information	312
Audio unit	313
Audio unit	314
Audio unit	317
Audio unit	319
Digital Audio	320
Satellite Radio	323
Auxiliary Input Jack	325
USB Port	326
Media Hub	326
SYNC™	327
General Information	327
Using Voice Recognition	329
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	331
SYNC™ Applications and Services	342
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	349
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	357
MyFord Touch™	363
General Information	363
Settings	370
Entertainment	380
Phone	397
Information	403
Climate	412
Navigation	414
Appendices	423
End User License Agreement	423
Scheduled Maintenance	438
General Maintenance Information	438
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	441
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	446

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has

many quality products available to clean

your vehicle and protect its finishes.

CLEANING PRODUCTS

For best results, use the following products

or products of equivalent quality:

Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42)

Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner

(ZC-15)

Motorcraft Detail Wash (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 Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada

only) (CXC-101)

Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner

(Canada only) (CXC-100)

Motorcraft Premium Quality Windshield

Washer Fluid (Canada only) [CXC-37-(A,

B, D or F)]

Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash

Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S. only)

(ZC-32-B1)

Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet

& Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)

Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S.

only) (ZC-14)

Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner

(ZC-23)

Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner

(ZC-37-A)

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT

DAMAGE

Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint

to match your vehicle’s color. Take your

color code (printed on a sticker in the

driver’s door jamb) to your authorized

dealer to ensure you get the correct color.

•

Remove particles such as bird

droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar

spots, road salt and industrial fallout

before repairing paint chips.

•

Always read the instructions before

using the products.

CLEANING THE ALLOY

WHEELS

(IF EQUIPPED)

Note:

Do not apply a cleaning chemical to

warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

Note:

Some automatic car washes may

cause damage to the finish on your wheel

rims and covers.

Note:

Industrial-strength or heavy-duty

cleaners in combination with brush agitation

to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear

away the clear coat finish over a period time.

Note:

Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based

or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel

wool, fuels or strong household detergents.

Note:

If you intend parking your vehicle for

an extended period after cleaning the

wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your

vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.

This will reduce the risk of increased

corrosion of the brake discs.

Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated

with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain

their condition we recommend that you:

257

F150 (TF6)

Vehicle Care