FORD F150 2012 12.G Raptor Supplement Manual

AdvanceTracmodes
The AdvanceTracsystem, when used with off-road mode, provides the
SVT Raptor with alternative AdvanceTraccalibrations which improve
off-road performance.
With off-road mode on, the following changes to AdvanceTracwill
occur:
•Pressing the stability control off button once–This places the
vehicle in the off-road sport mode with the ESC, TCS and ABS active.
TCS and ESC are altered to allow for more tire spin and vehicle slip. It
also puts the ABS in a unique off-road mode calibration. RSC is
disabled in this mode.
Note:Operating the vehicle in this mode does not guarantee that the
vehicle will not become stuck in sand, snow or mud, etc. It is the
driver’s responsibility to assess off-road situations and determine if the
terrain is passable.
•Pressing and holding the stability control off button–This places
the vehicle in the off-road sport mode with the ESC, RSC, and TCS
disabled. While in 4X4 Hi and Lo, the steering efforts will seem slightly
higher due to the addition of the Torsen Helical front differential.
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AdvanceTrac with RSC features when using Off-road mode
Off
-road
modeButton functions“Sliding
car” iconMessage center display
RSC ESC TCS ABS
AdvanceTrac Off-road mode
– Default at start-up Off Enabled Off On On On Street
Off Button pressed momentarily On Sport Off On Sport Sport Street
Off Button pressed and held for more
than 5 seconds while traveling
under 35 mph (56 km/h)Flashes, then
stays onDisabled Off Off Off Off* Street
Off Vehicle speed exceeds 35 mph
(56 km/h) while/after button is
pressed and held for more than
5 secondsOn Disabled Off On Sport On Street
On Button pressed momentarily
On Sport On Off Sport SportOff-
Road
On Button pressed and held for more
than 5 secondsFlashes, then
stays onDisabled On Off Off Off*Off-
Road
*While in 4X4 Hi and Lo, the steering efforts will seem slightly higher due to the addition of the Torsen Helical front
differential.
Note:When off-road mode is on, pressing the stability control off button will change the ABS to an
off-road specific calibration. The ABS off-road mode desensitizes the ABS. The ABS calibration in
off-road mode is optimized for performance on off-road surfaces. This helps on very rough
terrain/adverse driving conditions where the standard ABS calibration may become too active and
hinder the type of driving required in off-road conditions.
For more information on the AdvanceTracand its operation, refer toAdvanceTracwith Roll
Stability Control™ (RSC) stability enhancement systemin theDrivingchapter of your
Owner’s Guide.
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Hill descent mode
Hill descent allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while
descending steep grades regardless of surface conditions. Refer to
Message centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter of yourOwner’s
Guidefor hill-descent related messages.
Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill grades
between 2 and 20 mph (3 and 32 km/h). Between 20 and 40 mph (32
and 64 km/h), the system remains enabled, but descent speed cannot be
set or maintained. If vehicle speed is above 40 mph (64 km/h), the
system is disabled. After this point, vehicle speed must drop below
40 mph (64 km/h), and the hill descent control button must be pressed
again to engage the feature.
WARNING:Hill descent mode does not provide hill hold at zero
mph (0 km/h). When stopped, the parking brake must be applied
and/or the vehicle must be placed in P (Park) or it may roll away.
Hill descent control requires a cooling down interval after a period of
sustained use. The amount of time that the feature can remain active
before cooling varies with conditions. The system will provide a warning
in the message center and a chime will sound when the system is about
to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as
needed to maintain descent speed.
Enabling hill descent control and setting the descent speed
1. Press and release the hill descent
button located on the floor console.
A light on the button will illuminate
and a one second chime will sound
when this feature is activated.
2. To increase descent speed, press the accelerator pedal until the
desired speed is reached.
3. To decrease descent speed, press the brake pedal until the desired
speed is reached.
Whether accelerating or decelerating, once the desired descent speed is
reached, remove your feet from the pedals and the chosen vehicle speed
will be maintained.
SeeMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter of yourOwner’s
Guidefor hill descent mode messages.
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Upfitter controls
The auxiliary switch board on the
center console makes aftermarket
customization easier, with four
prewired switches attached to the
power distribution box for electrical
accessories.
These switches are labeled AUX 1,
AUX 2, AUX 3 and AUX 4. They will
only operate while the ignition is in the on position, whether the engine
is running or not. It is, however, recommended that the engine remain
running to maintain battery charge when using the switches for extended
duration or higher current draws. When switched on by the operator
they provide 10 amps, 15 amps or 30 amps of electrical battery power
for a variety of uses.
The switches control relays and fuses that are located under the hood in
the auxiliary power distribution box. Refer to theRoadside Emergencies
chapter of your Owner’s Guide for information on fuse and relay
locations. See your authorized dealer for service.
There will also be one power lead for each switch found as a blunt-cut
and sealed wire located to the right of the glove box door and just above
the passenger side kick panel.
Additional pass through circuits that run through the dash panel to
under the hood are located in the same location.
The relays are coded as follows:
Switch Circuit number Wire color Fuse
AUX 1 CAC05 Yellow 30A
AUX 2 CAC06 Green with
Brown Trace30A
AUX 3 CAC07 Violet with
Green Trace15A
AUX 4 CAC08 Brown 10 A
FRONT OFF-ROAD CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The front view camera is designed to be used as an aid in off-road
conditions, such as rock-climbing, slow-speed maneuvering, and cresting
hills when the front view may otherwise be obstructed through the
windshield. This feature adds front imaging off-road assistance to the
driver at vehicle speeds less than 15 mph (25 km/h).
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Note:The Front camera must be enabled in theinstrument cluster
under truck apps to operate. Off-road mode along with the electronic
locking differential or 4L must be activated in order for the front camera
system to function.
The front camera system is located
on the front grille. It provides a
video image of the area in front of
the vehicle. which appears on the
navigation system screen.
To use the front off-road camera system
With the off-road mode on and the electronic locking differential or 4L
activated, you can now enable the front camera system. SeeOff-road
modein theDrivingchapter of this supplement andElectronic locking
differential (ELD)in theDrivingchapter of your owner’s guide to
activate these systems. Place the gearshift lever into D (Drive) to see the
image on the screen. The area displayed on the screen may vary
according to the vehicle orientation and road conditions.
Note:TheFront Off-Road Camera Systemis a convenience feature and
is not a substitute for your front windshield. Always be aware of the
environment around you.
The front off-road video camera includes the following features that will
assist the driver at speeds less than 15 mph (25 km/h).
Note:Traveling above 15 mph (25 km/hr) while the camera is active will
cause the camera to shut off, it will not turn back on until the vehicle
goes below 13 mph (21 km/hr).
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•(1) Front bumper
•(2) Red zone
•(3) Yellow zone
•(4) Green zone
•(5) Active guidelines (will appear
in blue)
Active and fixed guidelines
The active guidelines show the path of intended forward motion of the
vehicle while in D (Drive). The fixed guidelines assist a driver to align
with an object in front of the vehicle.
To use active guidelines, turn the steering wheel and point the active
guidelines towards an intended path. If the steering wheel position is
changed, the vehicle might deviate from the original intended path.
The fixed and active guidelines will fade in and out depending on the
steering wheel position. When the steering wheel position is straight, the
active guidelines will be covered by the static guidelines and will not be
shown.
Always use caution while moving forward. Objects in the red zone (2)
are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone (4) are further
away. Objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the
green zone (4) to the yellow (3) or red zones (2). Use your forward
vision to get better coverage of the front the vehicle.
Note:Adjusting the brightness and contrast of the screen may help the
image on the screen become more clear. These settings can be adjusted
by pressing theSettingsmenu when the front camera is active.
The camera lens is located on the front grille. Keep the lens clean so the
video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean with the front camera
washer system, or with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.
Note:If the front off-road mode camera system image is not clear or
seems distorted, it may be covered with water droplets, snow, mud or
any other substance. If this occurs, clean the camera lens before using
the camera system.
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WARNING:The off-road mode camera system is an off-road aid
supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with viewing the front of the vehicle.
WARNING:Objects that are close to either corner of the
bumper might not be seen on the screen due to the limited
coverage of the camera system.
WARNING:Drive forward as slowly as possible since higher
speeds might limit your reaction time to stop the vehicle.
WARNING:Do not use the camera system with the hood open.
If the hood is open, the camera will be out of position and the
video image may be incorrect.
WARNING:Use caution when turning ON or OFF the front
camera features while in D (Drive). Make sure the vehicle is not
moving.
If the front grille of the vehicle is hit or damaged, check with your
authorized dealer to have your front off-road video system checked for
proper coverage and operation.
Night time and dark area use
At night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the front
headlamps’ lighting to produce an image. Therefore, it is necessary that
both headlamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. If
either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, at
least in the dark, until the lamp(s) are replaced and functioning.
Servicing
•If your front camera comes on at any time other than when the
vehicle is in D (Drive), and you are in off-road mode with the ELD or
4L turned on, have your system inspected by an authorized dealer.
•If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering the
lens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clear
after cleaning, have your system inspected by your authorized dealer.
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FRONT CAMERA WASHER CONTROL
For front camera washer operation,
rotate the front washer control to
the desired position.
O (off) - Front camera washer off.
For front camera wash cycle, rotate
(and hold as desired) the front
washer control to this position.
DRIVING YOUR F-150 SVT RAPTOR OFF-ROAD
In addition to providing an excellent on-road driving experience, the
F-150 SVT Raptor excels at all types of off-road driving. The truck has
been designed and equipped to allow you to explore those places where
the road doesn’t take you whether it’s a forest trail or the open desert.
Before going off-roading, consult with your local governmental agencies
to determine designated off-road trails and recreation areas. Also, be
sure to understand any off-road vehicle registration requirements for the
area in which you plan on driving.
Tread Lightlyis an educational program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nation’s
wilderness areas. Ford joins the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands bytreading lightly.
Before taking your F-150 SVT Raptor off-roading, a basic vehicle
inspection should be done to ensure that the vehicle is in top working
condition.
It is always recommended that at least two vehicles are used while
off-roading. The “buddy system” helps ensure that help is close at hand
should a vehicle become stuck or damaged. It is also wise to take
supplies such as a first aid kit, supply of water, tow strap, cell or satellite
phone with you any time an off-road excursion is planned.
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WARNING:Off-roading can be extremely dangerous and carries
inherent risks that may not be preventable even with the best
precautions. Ford strongly recommends driving within your ability and
taking every safety precaution, including those found here and at other
off-road driving organizations such as the Best in the Desert Racing
(www.bitd.com) and SCORE International Off-Road Racing.
Off-road screen
The real-time status of the Raptor’s off-road systems can be continuously
monitored using the first off-road screen found under the Truck Apps
menu in the message center.
SeeMessage centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter of your Owner’s
Guide for more information.
Basic off-road driving techniques
•Grip the steering wheel with thumbs on the outside of the rim. This
will reduce the risk of injury due to abrupt steering wheel motions
that occur when negotiating rough terrain. Do not grip the steering
wheel with thumbs inside the rim.
•Throttle, brake and steering inputs should be made in a smooth and
controlled manner. Sudden inputs to the controls can cause loss of
traction or “upset” the vehicle, especially while on sloped terrain or
while crossing obstacles such as rocks or logs.
•Look ahead on your route noting upcoming obstacles, surface texture
or color changes or any other factors which may indicate a change in
available traction, and adjust the vehicle speed and route accordingly.
During pre-run, mark obstacles with GPS markers to ensure
appropriate speeds are used to avoid potential vehicle damage.
•When driving off-road, if the front or rear suspension is bottoming-out
and/or excessive contact with the skid-plates is encountered, reduce
vehicle speed to avoid potential damage to the vehicle.
•When running with other vehicles, it is recommended that
communication is used, and the lead vehicle notify other vehicles of
obstacles that could cause potential vehicle damage.
•Always keep available ground clearance in mind and pick a route that
minimizes the risk of catching the underside of the vehicle on an
obstacle.
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•When negotiating low speed obstacles, applying light brake pressure in
conjunction with the throttle will help prevent the vehicle from jerking
and will allow you to negotiate the obstacle in a more controlled
manner. Using 4L will also help with this.
•Use and equip supplemental safety equipment as discussed later in
this chapter.
•Please consult your local off-road group for other helpful tips.
•Off-roading requires a high degree of concentration. Even if your local
law does not prohibit alcohol use while driving off-road, Ford strongly
recommends against drinking if you plan to off-road.
Driving in mud
•Deep mud should be approached with caution especially if you are
driving in an unfamiliar area.
•If possible, test the depth of a mud hole before entering with the
vehicle.
•Keep in mind that obstacles and deep ruts may be hidden beneath the
surface of the mud.
•Proceed in a steady, controlled manner through deep mud while
maintaining momentum.
•If momentum is lost and you feel the vehicle becoming stuck, turning
the steering wheel back and forth (“sawing the wheel”)
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each direction may give the traction you need to clear the muddy
area.
•In higher speed areas with shallow mud, directional control will be
reduced in the muddy area much like on snow or ice. When
approaching such an area, be sure to slow to a speed which allows you
to maneuver as required by the conditions.
Driving in sand
WARNING:Tires must be returned to normal recommended tire
pressures before driving on pavement or hard surfaces. Failure
to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire
failure, loss of control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
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