FORD F150 2023 Owners Manual

Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid(U.S.)Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LVMotorcraft®(Canada)XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
FRONT AXLE FLUID CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
1.8 qt (1.7 L)With standard front axle.
1.6 qt (1.55 L)With Tremor Torsen axle.1
1 For complete refill of our limited slip axles, add 4 fl oz (118 ml) of Additive Friction ModifierXL-3 or equivalent meeting specification EST-M2C118-A. Include this friction modifier inthe total fluid capacity. Our rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not requirechanging unless you submerge the axle in water.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C942-AMotorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de hautequalité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85Motorcraft®(Canada)XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
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REAR AXLE FLUID CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
2.0–2.1 qt (1.9–2 L)8.8 inch.
2.2–2.3 qt (2.1–2.2 L)9.75 inch.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C942-AMotorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de hautequalité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85Motorcraft®(Canada)XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
REAR AXLE FLUID CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION -
RAPTOR
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
2.5–2.6 qt (2.36–2.44 L)9.75 inch.
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Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C942-AMotorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de hautequalité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85Motorcraft®(Canada)XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
REAR AXLE FLUID CAPACITY
AND SPECIFICATION - POLICE
RESPONDER
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
2.2–2.3 qt (2.1–2.2 L)9.75 inch.
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C942-AMotorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant(U.S.)Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium SyntheticHypoid Gear Lubricant / Huile synthétique de hautequalité pour engrenages hypoïdes SAE 75W-85Motorcraft®(Canada)XY-75W85-QL(U.S. & Canada)
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
LOCATING THE VEHICLEIDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is on theleft-hand side of the instrument panel.
Note:In the illustration, XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicle identificationnumber.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER OVERVIEW
The vehicle identification number containsthe following information:
World manufacturer identifier.A
Brake system, gross vehicleweight rating, restraint devicesand their locations.
B
Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype.C
Engine or motor type.D
Check digit.E
Model year.F
Assembly plant.G
Production sequence number.H
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WHAT IS A CONNECTED
VEHICLE
A connected vehicle has technology thatallows your vehicle to connect to a mobilenetwork and for you to access a range offeatures. When used in conjunction withthe FordPass app, it could allow you tomonitor and control your vehicle further,for example checking the tire pressures,the fuel level and the vehicle location. Foradditional information, refer to the localFord website.
CONNECTED VEHICLE
REQUIREMENTS
Connected service and related featurefunctionality requires a compatible vehiclenetwork.
Some remote features require additionalservice activation. Log in to your Fordaccount for details. Some restrictions, thirdparty terms and message or data ratesmay apply.
CONNECTED VEHICLE
LIMITATIONS
Evolving technology, cellular networks, orregulations could affect functionality andavailability, or continued provision of somefeatures. These changes could even stopsome features from functioning.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A MOBILE NETWORK
WHAT IS THE MODEM
The modem allows access to arange of features built into yourvehicle.
ENABLING AND DISABLING THEMODEM
1.Press Settings.
2.Press Connectivity.
3.Press Connected Vehicle Features.
4.Switch vehicle connectivity on or off.
CONNECTING FORDPASS TO THEMODEM
1.Make sure that the modem is enabledusing the vehicle settings menu.
2.Open the FordPass app on your deviceand log in.
3.Add your vehicle or select your vehicleif already added.
4.Select the option to activate yourvehicle.
5.Make sure that the name on the screenmatches the name shown in yourFordPass account.
6.Confirm that FordPass account isconnected to the modem.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A WI-FI NETWORK
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Press Connectivity.
2.Press Manage Wi-Fi Networks.
3.Switch Wi-Fi on.
4.Press View Available Networks.
5.Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note:Enter the network password toconnect to a secure network.
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CONNECTED VEHICLE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTED VEHICLE –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS- VEHICLES WITH: MODEM
Why can I not confirm theconnection of my FordPassaccount to the modem?
•The modem is not enabled. Switchvehicle connectivity on.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to a place where thenetwork signal is not obstructed.
CONNECTED VEHICLE –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS- VEHICLES WITH: SYNC 4
Why can I not confirm theconnection of my FordPassaccount to the modem?
•The modem is not enabled. Switchvehicle connectivity on.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to a place where thenetwork signal is not obstructed.
Why can I not connect to a Wi-Finetwork?
•You entered the wrong networkpassword. Enter the correct password.
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or toa place where the network signal is notobstructed.
•There are multiple access points inrange with the same network name.Choose a unique name for yournetwork. Do not use the default nameunless it contains a unique identifier,for example as part of the MACaddress.
Why does the Wi-Fi connectiondisconnect after successfulconnection?
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or toa place where the network signal is notobstructed.
What can I do if I am close to a Wi-Fi router but the network signalstrength is weak?
•If your vehicle has a heated windshield,position your vehicle so that thewindshield is not facing the Wi-Firouter.
•If your vehicle has metallic tinting onthe windows but not on the windshield,position your vehicle so that thewindshield is facing the Wi-Fi router oropen the windows that are facing therouter.
•If your vehicle has metallic tinting onthe windows and the windshield, openthe windows that are facing the router.
•If your vehicle is in a garage and youhave the garage door closed, open thegarage door as it could block the signal.
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Why can I not see a network Iexpect to see in the list of availablenetworks?
•The network is hidden. Make thenetwork visible and try again, ormanually add a network in the Wi-Fisettings menu.
•Some network security types are notsupported, for example WEP.
Why do software downloads taketoo long?
•The network signal is weak. Move yourvehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or toa place where the network signal is notobstructed.
•Wi-Fi network is in high demand or hasa slow Internet connection. Use a morereliable Wi-Fi network.
Why does the software not updatewhen the system seems to connectto a Wi-Fi network and the signalstrength is excellent?
•No software update is available at thistime.
•Select automatic updates option in thesettings menu to enable automaticsoftware update or contact anauthorized dealer.
•There could be a connection problem.Test the network using another device.
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CREATING A VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in yourvehicle and allow devices to connect to itfor access to the Internet.
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Press Vehicle Hotspot.
Note:The vehicle hotspot default settingis on.
2.Press Settings.
3.Press Edit.
4.Press Hotspot visibility.
Note:The hotspot visibility default settingis on.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Nameand Password
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Press Vehicle Hotspot.
2.Press Settings.
Note:The network name is the hotspotname.
3.Press View Password.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-FiHotspot
1.On your device, switch Wi-Fi on andselect the hotspot from the list ofavailable Wi-Fi networks.
2.When prompted, enter the password.
Purchasing a Data Plan
1.Connect a device to the hotspot.
Note:The vehicle network carrier’s portalopens on your device.
2.If the portal does not open on yourdevice, open a website and it redirectsto the vehicle network carrier’s portal.
Note:Secure websites do not redirect.
3.Follow the instructions on the carrierportal to purchase a plan.
Note:If you have an active plan, the systemdoes not redirect to the vehicle networkcarrier’s portal when you connect a device.Visit the vehicle network carrier’s websiteto purchase more data.
Note:If data usage information is availablein the vehicle hotspot menu, it isapproximate.
Note:If you carry out a master reset, thesystem does not remove your vehicle fromyour vehicle network carrier’s account. Toremove your vehicle from the account,contact your vehicle network carrier.
Note:The vehicle network carrier providesVehicle Hotspot services, subject to yourvehicle network carrier agreement, coverageand availability.
CHANGING THE VEHICLE WI-
FI HOTSPOT NAME OR
PASSWORD
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Press Vehicle Hotspot.
2.Press Settings.
3.Press Edit.
4.Press Change Network Name.
5.Enter your required network name.
6.Press Done.
7.Press Change Password.
8.Enter your required password.
9.Press Done.
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Changing the Wi-Fi HotspotFrequency
Note:The vehicle hotspot frequency bandis selectable depending upon your devicecapabilities. You will not be able to connectyour device to the vehicle hotspot if it doesnot support the selected frequency band.
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Press Vehicle Hotspot.
2.Press Settings.
3.Press Edit.
4.Select a frequency.
VEHICLE WI-FI HOTSPOT –
TROUBLESHOOTING
VEHICLE WI-FI HOTSPOT –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why can I not see the Wi-Fi hotspotname when I search for Wi-Finetworks on my cell phone or otherdevice?
•Make sure Wi-Fi hotspot visibility is on.
•The system does not provide a Wi-Fihotspot at this time.
•Check what frequency the hotspot istransmitting in the vehicle hotspotsettings menu. If the frequency is 5 GHzand your device cannot see thenetwork, change the frequency to 2.4GHz.
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AUDIO SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Listening to loud audio for long periods oftime could damage your hearing.
IDENTIFYING THE AUDIO UNIT
Depending on your vehicle options, thecontrols may look different from what yousee here.
SWITCHING THE AUDIO UNIT
ON AND OFF
Press the button on the volumecontrol.
SELECTING THE AUDIO
SOURCE
Audio Unit
Press to open the media sourcemenu.
You can press this multiple times tochange the audio source or scroll throughthe media sources.
Touchscreen
Press Sources on the touchscreen to openthe media source menu.
PLAYING OR PAUSING THE
AUDIO SOURCE
Audio Unit
Press the button to pauseplayback. Press again to resumeplayback.
Touchscreen
Press the button to pauseplayback. Press again to resumeplayback.
Note:Not all sources can be paused.
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