FORD BRONCO 2023 Owners Manual

For vehicles with an electronicshift-on-the-fly transfer case, whenshifting into two-wheel drive high on dry,hard surfaced roads, we recommend thatyou follow the following procedure toreduce the likelihood of a mechanical shiftblock:
1.When driving straight, come to acomplete stop on a flat, horizontalsurface.
2.For vehicles with an automatictransmission, shift into park (P). Forvehicles with a manual transmission,press the clutch.
3.Select 2H and wait for the 2H LED tobecome solid.
4.For vehicles with an automatictransmission, shift into reverse (R). Forvehicles with a manual transmission,select reverse (R) and release theclutch. Let the vehicle roll backward upto 3 ft (1 m) and press the brake.
5.For vehicles with an automatictransmission, shift into drive (D). Forvehicles with a manual transmission,press the clutch in again, select aforward gear and release the clutch.Let the vehicle roll forward up to 3 ft(1 m).
If the system is mechanically blocked, oneor more of the following actions can relievethe mechanical shift block:
•Momentary acceleration.
•Momentary braking.
•Bringing the vehicle to a stop.
•Shifting the transmission to neutral andback to drive.
•Shifting the transmission to reverseand back to drive.
•Driving the vehicle around a tight turnat a slow speed.
SWITCHING FOUR-WHEEL
DRIVE ON AND OFF
A vehicle that comes with four-wheel drive,when selected, has the ability to use allfour wheels to power itself. This increasestraction, which may enable you to safelydrive over terrain and road conditions thata conventional two-wheel drive vehiclecannot.
On some four-wheel drive models, theinitial shift from two-wheel drive tofour-wheel drive while the vehicle ismoving can cause a momentary clunk andratcheting sound. These sounds are normalas the front drivetrain comes up to speedand are not cause for concern.
SELECTING A FOUR-WHEEL
DRIVE MODE - 4X4 WITH PART
TIME ENGAGEMENT
To select a four-wheel drive mode, pushthe button.
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•2H - Two-wheel drive high.
•4H - Four-wheel drive high. SeeFour-Wheel Drive High (page 199).
•4L - Four-wheel drive low. SeeFour-Wheel Drive Low (page 200).
Note:Do not perform this operation whenyou have cruise control or trail controlselected and active. The system may notshift as expected.
Note:Do not perform this operation if therear wheels are slipping or when applyingthe accelerator pedal or when driving in atight turn.
Note:Momentarily releasing the acceleratorpedal when a shift in progress messagedisplays can improve engagement ordisengagement performance.
Note:When the light is solid, the systemhas achieved the desired four-wheel drivemode. When a selected four-wheel drivemode light is blinking, the system isattempting to shift to that specificfour-wheel drive mode.
Note:When you achieve recreationaltowing, all lights are off and Neutral TowEnabled Leave Transmission in Neutralappears in the instrument cluster display.
Shifting to or from Four-WheelDrive Low
1.Bring your vehicle to a stop.
2.For vehicles with an automatictransmission, place in neutral (N). Forvehicles with a manual transmission,fully press the clutch pedal.
3.Push 4L on the four-wheel drive modeselector.
Note: A 4x4 Shift in Progress messageappears in the instrument cluster displayindicating the shift is in progress. If any ofthe previous shift conditions are not met,the shift should not occur and theinstrument cluster display can guide youthrough the proper shifting procedures.
Note: If Shift Delayed Drive Forwarddisplays in the instrument cluster display,place the transmission in a forward gear,move your vehicle forward approximately5 ft (1.5 m), and shift the transmission backto neutral (N) to allow the transfer case tocomplete the range shift.
SELECTING A FOUR-WHEEL
DRIVE MODE - ADVANCED 4X4
WITH 4A MODE
To select a four-wheel drive mode, pushthe button.
•2H - Two-wheel drive high.
•4A - Four-wheel drive Auto. SeeFour-Wheel Drive Auto (page 199).
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•4H - Four-wheel drive high. SeeFour-Wheel Drive High (page 199).
•4L - Four-wheel drive low. SeeFour-Wheel Drive Low (page 200).
Note:Do not perform this operation whenyou have cruise control or trail controlselected and active. The system may notshift as expected.
Note: Do not perform this operation if therear wheels are slipping or when applyingthe accelerator pedal.
Note:When the light is solid, the systemhas achieved the desired four-wheel drivemode. When a selected four-wheel drivemode LED is blinking, the system isattempting to shift to that specificfour-wheel drive mode.
Note:When all lights are blinking, have yourvehicle serviced as soon as possible.
Note:When you achieve recreationaltowing, all lights are off and Neutral TowEnabled Leave Transmission in Neutralappears in the instrument cluster display.
Shifting to or from Four-WheelDrive Low
1.Bring your vehicle to a stop.
2.For vehicles with an automatictransmission, place in neutral (N). Forvehicles with a manual transmission,fully press the clutch pedal.
3.Push 4L on the four-wheel drive modeselector.
Note: A 4x4 Shift in Progress messageappears in the instrument cluster displayindicating the shift is in progress. If any ofthe previous shift conditions are not met,the shift should not occur and theinstrument cluster display can guide youthrough the proper shifting procedures.
Note: If Shift Delayed Drive Forwarddisplays in the instrument cluster display,place the transmission in a forward gear,move your vehicle forward approximately5 ft (1.5 m), and shift the transmission backto neutral (N) to allow the transfer case tocomplete the range shift.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE MODES
TWO-WHEEL DRIVE HIGH
Two-wheel drive high is for generalon-road driving. Power is sent to the rearwheels only.
Note:Two-wheel drive high can turn on oroff based on Drive Mode selection SeeG.O.A.T. Mode Control (page 260).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE AUTO (If
Equipped)
Four-wheel drive auto provideselectronically controlled four-wheel drivepower to both the front and rear wheels,as required, for increased traction in varyingon-road conditions. The four-wheel driveauto tuning varies based on selected DriveMode. See Selecting a Four-Wheel DriveMode (page 197).
Note:Four-wheel drive auto can turn on oroff automatically based on Drive Modeselection. See Selecting a Four-WheelDrive Mode (page 197).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE HIGH
Four-wheel drive high provideselectronically or mechanically lockedfour-wheel drive power to both the frontand rear wheels for use in off-road orwinter conditions such as deep snow, sandor mud. This mode is not for use on drypavement.
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Note:Four-wheel drive high can turn on oroff automatically based on Drive Modeselection.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE LOW
Four-wheel drive low provideselectronically or mechanically lockedfour-wheel drive power to both the frontand rear wheels for use on low tractionsurfaces, but does so with additionalgearing for increased torque multiplication.This mode is only for off-road conditionssuch as deep sand, steep slopes, or pullingheavy objects.
Note:Four-wheel drive low can turn on oroff automatically based on drive modeselection.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE
INDICATORS
Two-wheel Drive High
Illuminates briefly whentwo-wheel drive high is selected.
Four-wheel Drive Auto (If Equipped)
Illuminates when four-wheeldrive auto is selected.
Four-wheel Drive High
Illuminates when four-wheeldrive high is selected.
Four-wheel Drive Low
Illuminates when four-wheeldrive low is selected.
TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION
See Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification (page 479).
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE –
TROUBLESHOOTING
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE – WARNINGLAMPS
Illuminates when a four-wheeldrive or power train fault ispresent.
Note:When a system fault is present, thesystem can typically remain in whichevermode was selected prior to the faultcondition occurring. It does not default totwo-wheel drive in all circumstances. Whenthis warning is displayed, have your vehicleserviced by an authorized dealer.
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
Displays when the driver attempts to shift into four-wheel drive low when traveling at too high of a speed.For 4L slow to a stop
Displays when the driver attempts to shift into four-wheel drive low without the transmission in neutral(N).
For 4L Shift to N
Displays when the driver attempts to shift into four-wheel drive low without the clutch pedal pressed.For 4L press Clutch
Displays when the driver attempts to shift out of four-wheel drive low when traveling at too high of a speed.To exit 4L slow to a stop
Displays when the driver attempts to shift out of four-wheel drive low without the transmission in neutral(N).
To Exit 4L Shift to N
Displays when the driver attempts to shift out of four-wheel drive low without the clutch pedal pressed.To exit 4L Press Clutch
Displays when the four-wheel drive system is shiftinginto and out of two-wheel drive high or between highand low ranges.
4x4 Shift in Progress
Displays when the four-wheel drive system detects adriving condition which temporarily requires greaterfour-wheel drive performance. The system resumesnormal function after the system no longer detectsthese driving conditions.
4X4 Temporarily Locked
Displays when the four-wheel system detects elevatedsystem temperature and temporarily stops providingpower to the front wheels. The system resumes normalfunction when the system temperature returns tonormal.
4x4 Temporarily Disabled
Displays when the four-wheel drive system resumesnormal function.4x4 Restored
Displays when the transfer case is not able to completea shift and requires forward motion to complete theshift.
Shift Delayed Drive Forward
Displays when the system has become disabled dueto mismatched tires or an external fault.4x4 OFF
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DetailsMessage
Displays when neutral tow mode has been successfullyengaged.Neutral Tow Enabled LeaveTransmission in Neutral
Displays when neutral tow mode has been successfullydisengaged.Neutral Tow Disabled
Displays when the driver selects a four-wheel drivemode that is disallowed in the currently selected drivemode.
Selected 4x4 Mode Not Avail-able in Current Drive Mode
Displays when the system is unable to engage four-wheel drive high and requires the driver to slow downbefore attempting to engage.
To Engage 4x4 Slow to 3 MPH
Displays when the system is unable to engage four-wheel drive high and requires the driver to slow downbefore attempting to engage.
To Engage 4x4 Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when the four-wheel drive system requiresthe accelerator pedal to be released to perform theshift into four-wheel drive mode.
To Engage 4x4 Release Acceler-ator Pedal
Displays when the system has entered a degradedmode due to mismatched tires.4x4 Performance Reduced SeeManual
A four-wheel drive system fault is present. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Check 4x4
Displays when the system requires an additionaltransmission shift to neutral (N) to complete a transfercase shift.
Shift to Neutral
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
The electronic locking differential is adevice housed in the front or rear axle and,when activated allows both wheels on thataxle to turn at the same speed. Theelectronic locking differential can provideadditional traction should your vehiclebecome stuck. You can activate thedifferential electronically and shift it on thefly within the operating speed range. Theelectronic differential automaticallydisengages when the vehicle speedexceeds a set value and it automaticallyreengages when the vehicle speed goesbelow a set value. See Switching theElectronic Locking Differential On andOff (page 203). It also automaticallyengages based on certain selected G.O.A.Tmodes. See G.O.A.T. Mode Control(page 260). The electronic lockingdifferential is for use in mud, rocks, sand,or any off-road condition where you needmaximum traction. It is not for use on drypavement.
Note:The electronic locking differentialsare for off-road use only and not for use ondry pavement. Using the electronic lockingdifferentials on dry pavement results inincreased tire wear, noise and vibration ordriveline damage.
Note:The front electronic lockingdifferential is only available in four-wheeldrive low (4L).
Note:Locking the front differential reducesyour ability to make tight turning maneuversand creates additional resistance to steeringinputs.
Note:Switching the electronic lockingdifferentials off while turning results indisengagement difficulties. If the electroniclocking differential has difficultydisengaging, release the accelerator pedaland turn the steering wheel back and forthin small increments while maintainingcontrol and following a straight line.
SWITCHING THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ON
AND OFF - EXCLUDING:
RAPTOR
Bronco 4x4 Systems
Activating the Electronic LockingDifferential
Front locking differential switchA
Rear locking differential switchB
You can activate the front or rear lockingdifferential by pressing the switch on thecenter switch pack.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control is selected andactive. The differential could have difficultyengaging.
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Front Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedFour-Wheel DriveMode
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)4L
Rear Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedG.O.A.T Modes(Four-Wheel DriveModes)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Normal (2H,4A, 4H)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Eco (2H, 4A, 4H)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Sport (2H, 4A, 4H)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Slippery (2H, 4A,4H)
Deep Snow/Sand
(4H, 4L)1
Mud/Ruts (4H, 4L)1
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed imitBaja (2H, 4H, 4L)
Rock Crawl (4L)1
1 Automatically engages when you select these G.O.A.T modes. You have the ability tomanually override the automatic engagement by pressing the electronic locking differentialswitch.
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedG.O.A.T Modes(Four-Wheel DriveModes)
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed limit4L
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SWITCHING THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ON
AND OFF
Activating the Electronic LockingDifferential
Front locking differential switchA
Rear locking differential switchB
You can activate the front or rear lockingdifferential by pressing the switch on thecenter switch pack.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control is selected andactive. The differential could have difficultyengaging.
Front Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedFour-Wheel DriveMode
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)4L
Rear Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedG.O.A.T Modes(Four-Wheel DriveModes)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Normal (2H, 4A, 4H)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Sport (2H, 4A, 4H)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Slippery (4A, 4H, 4L)
20 mph (32 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (32 km/h)Tow/Haul (4A, 4H,4L)
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed limitBaja (2H, 4H, 4L)
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Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedG.O.A.T Modes(Four-Wheel DriveModes)
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed limitRock Crawl (4L)1
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed limitOff-Road(4H, 4L)
1 Automatically engages when you select these G.O.A.T modes. You have the ability tomanually override the automatic engagement by pressing the electronic locking differentialswitch.
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedG.O.A.T Modes(Four-Wheel DriveModes)
No speed limitNo speed limitNo speed limit4L
ELECTRONIC LOCKING
DIFFERENTIAL INDICATORS
Rear locking differentialIndicator.
Front locking differentialIndicator.
If the front or rear indicator in the clusteris amber, both wheels of the indicated axleare locked together providing additionaltraction.
If the electronic locking differential isselected and the indicator in the cluster isgray or turns from amber to gray whiledriving, one of the following has occurred:
•Your vehicle speed is too high.
•The accelerator pedal is too high duringan engagement attempt.
•Your vehicle is experiencing ananti-lock brake activation.
•The left and right wheel speeddifference is too high during anengagement attempt.
If the electronic locking differential isselected and the indicator in the clusterdoes not illuminate, one of the followinghas occurred:
•The electronic locking differential is notallowed in the current G.O.A.T modeand is accompanied by SELECTEDLOCKING DIFFERENTIAL NOTAVAILABLE IN CURRENT Drive Modein the instrument cluster display.
•The electronic locking differential is notallowed in the current 4x4 mode andis accompanied by SELECTEDLOCKING DIFFERENTIAL NOTAVAILABLE IN CURRENT 4x4 MODE inthe instrument cluster display.
•The system has malfunctioned and isaccompanied by CHECK LOCKINGDIFFERENTIAL in the instrumentcluster display. See your authorizeddealer for assistance.
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