service FORD BRONCO 2023 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Service your vehicle regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network ofauthorized dealers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. We believe that their speciallytrained technicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly and expertly.They are supported by a wide range ofhighly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out whichparts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 461).
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with theengine running in an enclosed space,unless you are sure you have enoughventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial, such as cigarettes, away fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.
•Set the parking brake, shift thetransmission to park (P) and block thewheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
Opening the Hood
1.Pull the hood release handle under theleft-hand side of the instrument panel.
2.Release the hood latch by pushing thesecondary release lever to yourleft-hand side.
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WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not add coolantwhen the vehicle is on or the coolingsystem is hot. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Do not add coolantfurther than the MAX mark.
WARNING: Do not put coolant inthe windshield washer reservoir. Ifsprayed on the windshield, coolant couldmake it difficult to see through thewindshield.
WARNING: Do not allow the fluidto touch your skin or eyes. If thishappens, rinse the affected areasimmediately with plenty of water andcontact your physician.
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets, coolingsystem sealants, or non-specified additivesas they can cause damage to the enginecooling or heating systems. Resultingcomponent damage may not be covered bythe vehicle Warranty.
Note:Automotive fluids are notinterchangeable.
It is very important to use predilutedcoolant approved to the correctspecification in order to avoid plugging thesmall passageways in the engine coolingsystem. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 461). Do not mixdifferent colors or types of coolant in yourvehicle. Mixing of engine coolants or usingan incorrect coolant may harm the engineor cooling system components and couldvoid the vehicle Warranty.
Note:If prediluted coolant is not available,use the approved concentrated coolantdiluting it to 50/50 with deionized ordistilled water. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 461). Using water thathas not been deionized may contribute todeposit formation, corrosion and pluggingof the small cooling system passageways.
To top up the coolant level do thefollowing:
1.Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressureescapes as you unscrew the cap.
2.Add enough prediluted coolant toreach the correct level.
Note:We do not recommend the use ofrecycled coolant.
3.Replace the coolant reservoir cap. Turnthe cap clockwise until it contacts thehard stop.
4.Check the coolant level in the coolantreservoir the next few times you driveyour vehicle. If necessary, repeat step2.
If you have to add more than 1.1 qt (1 L) ofengine coolant per month, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Operating an engine with a low level ofcoolant can result in engine overheatingand possible engine damage.
In case of emergency, you can add a largeamount of water without engine coolantin order to reach a vehicle service location.Service your vehicle as soon as possible.
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Continued operation increases the enginetemperature, causing the engine tocompletely shut down. Your steering andbraking effort increases in this situation.
When the engine temperature cools, youcan re-start the engine. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage.
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNING: Fail-safe mode is foruse during emergencies only. Operateyour vehicle in fail-safe mode only aslong as necessary to bring your vehicleto rest in a safe location and seekimmediate repairs. When in fail-safemode, your vehicle will have limitedpower, will not be able to maintainhigh-speed operation, and maycompletely shut down without warning,potentially losing engine power, powersteering assist, and power brake assist,which may increase the possibility of acrash resulting in serious injury.
WARNING: Do not remove thecoolant reservoir cap when the engine ison or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10minutes for the cooling system to cooldown. Cover the coolant reservoir capwith a thick cloth to prevent thepossibility of scalding and slowly removethe cap. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury.
Your vehicle has limited engine powerwhen in the fail-safe mode, drive yourvehicle with caution. Your vehicle does notmaintain high-speed operation and theengine could operate poorly.
Remember that the engine is capable ofautomatically shutting down to preventengine damage. In this situation:
1.Pull off the road as soon as safelypossible and switch the engine off.
2.If you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, we recommendthat you contact your roadsideassistance service provider.
3.If this is not possible, wait for a shortperiod of time for the engine to cool.
4.Check the coolant level. If the coolantlevel is at or below the minimum mark,add prediluted coolant immediately.
5.When the engine temperature cools,you can re-start the engine. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible tominimize engine damage.
Note:If you continue to drive your vehiclein fail-safe mode without repairing it, youwill damage your engine.
Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement (If Equipped)
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofcrash and injury, be prepared that thevehicle speed may reduce and thevehicle may not be able to acceleratewith full power until the coolanttemperature reduces.
If you tow a trailer with your vehicle, theengine may temporarily reach a highertemperature during severe operatingconditions, for example ascending a longor steep grade in high ambienttemperatures.
At this time, you may notice the coolanttemperature gauge moves toward the redzone and a message may appear in theinformation display.
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You may notice a reduction in vehiclespeed caused by reduced engine power inorder to manage the engine coolanttemperature. Your vehicle may enter thismode if certain high-temperature andhigh-load conditions take place. Theamount of speed reduction depends onvehicle loading, grade and ambienttemperature. If this occurs, there is noneed to stop your vehicle. You cancontinue to drive.
The air conditioning may automaticallyturn on and off during severe operatingconditions to protect the engine fromoverheating. When the coolanttemperature decreases to the normaloperating temperature, the air conditioningturns on.
If the coolant temperature gauge movesfully into the red zone, or if the coolanttemperature warning or service enginesoon messages appear in your informationdisplay, do the following:
1.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so. Fully apply the parking brake,shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
2.Leave the engine running until thecoolant temperature gauge needlereturns to the normal position. If thetemperature does not drop afterseveral minutes, follow the remainingsteps.
3.Switch the engine off and wait for it tocool. Check the coolant level.
4.If the coolant level is at or below theminimum mark, add prediluted coolantimmediately.
5.If the coolant level is normal, restartthe engine and continue.
CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER - 2.3L ECOBOOST™/
2.7L ECOBOOST™
WARNING: To reduce the risk ofvehicle damage and personal burninjuries, do not start your engine with theair cleaner removed and do not removeit while the engine is running.
Change the air filter element at the properintervals. See Scheduled Maintenance(page 528).
When changing the air filter element, useonly the air filter element listed. SeeCapacities and Specifications (page461).
Note:Failure to use the correct air filterelement could result in severe enginedamage that the vehicle Warranty may notcover.
Note: When servicing the air cleaner, donot allow foreign material to enter the airinduction system. The engine is susceptibleto damage from even small particles.
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WARNING: This vehicle may havemore than one battery. Removing thebattery cables from only one batterydoes not disconnect your vehicleelectrical system. Make sure youdisconnect the battery cables from allbatteries when disconnecting power.Failure to do so may cause seriouspersonal injury or property damage.
WARNING: For vehicles withAuto-Start-Stop the battery requirementis different. You must replace the batterywith one of exactly the samespecification.
WHAT IS THE BATTERYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The battery management system monitorsbattery conditions and takes actions toextend battery life.
HOW DOES THE BATTERYMANAGEMENT SYSTEM WORK
If excessive battery drain is detected, thesystem temporarily disables someelectrical systems to protect the battery.
Systems included are:
•Heated rear window.
•Heated seats.
•Climate control.
•Heated steering wheel.
•Audio unit.
•Navigation system.
A message could appear in the informationdisplay to alert you that battery protectionactions are active. This message is only fornotification that an action is taking place,and not intended to indicate an electricalproblem or that the battery requiresreplacement.
BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMLIMITATIONS
After battery replacement, or in somecases after charging the battery with anexternal charger, the battery managementsystem requires eight hours of vehicle sleeptime to relearn the battery state of charge.During this time, your vehicle must remainfully locked with the ignition switched off.
Note:Prior to relearning the battery stateof charge, the battery management systemcould temporarily disable some electricalsystems.
Electrical Accessory Installation
To make sure the battery managementsystem works correctly, do not connect anelectrical device ground connectiondirectly to the battery negative post. Thiscan cause inaccurate measurements ofthe battery condition and potentialincorrect system operation.
Note:If you add electrical accessories orcomponents to the vehicle, it couldadversely affect battery performance anddurability. This could also affect theperformance of other electrical systems inthe vehicle.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
The battery is in the engine compartment.See Maintenance (page 349).
Your vehicle has a maintenance-freebattery. It does not require additionalwater during service.
If the vehicle battery has a cover, makesure you correctly install it after cleaningor replacing the battery.
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RECYCLING AND DISPOSING OFTHE 12V BATTERY
Make sure that you dispose ofold batteries in anenvironmentally friendly way.Seek advice from your local authorityabout recycling old batteries.
CHARGING THE 12V BATTERY
Your vehicle has a high voltage to lowvoltage energy transfer feature that keepsthe 12 volt battery charged by the highvoltage battery. If the 12 volt battery levelis low, the high voltage battery transfersenergy to the 12 volt battery when thevehicle is off.
12V BATTERY –
TROUBLESHOOTING
12V BATTERY – WARNING LAMPS
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a charging systemerror. Switch off all unnecessaryelectrical equipment and have your vehicleimmediately checked.
12V BATTERY – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays onor continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Check Charging System
The charging system needs servicing. If the warning stays onor continues to come on, have your vehicle checked as soonas possible.
Charging System ServiceSoon
The charging system needs servicing. Have your vehicleimmediately checked.Charging System ServiceNow
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EXTERIOR BULBS
EXTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATIONCHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in thechart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized D.O.T. markingfor North America to make sure they havethe proper lamp performance, lightbrightness, light pattern and safe visibility.The correct bulbs will not damage thelamp assembly or void the lamp assemblywarranty and will provide quality bulbillumination time.
Power (Watt)SpecificationLamp
LEDLEDCenter high mounted stop lamp.
LEDLEDDaytime running lamp.
LEDLEDFront turn signal and parking lamp.
LEDLEDFront fog lamp.
LEDLEDFront side marker lamp.
LEDLEDHeadlamp low beam.
LEDLEDHeadlamp high beam.
LEDLEDRear turn signal - high series.
21/7WT21W/7WRear lamp, stoplamp, rear side markerlamp and rear turn signal - low series.
21WT21WReversing lamp - low series.
LEDLEDReversing lamp - high series.
LEDLEDSide turn signal lamp.
LEDLEDTaillamp.
Note:LED lamps are not serviceable. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
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7.Remove the three retaining boltssecuring the rear lamp to the body.
Note:Remove and install the retaining boltnear the wheel well before the retainingbolts near the luggage compartment.
8.Pull the rear lamp away from thevehicle and disconnect the electricalconnectors as needed.
9.To install, reverse the removalprocedure.
CHANGING A REAR LAMP BULB
Stoplamp, rear and turn signalbulb.A.
Reversing lamp bulb.B.
1.Remove the rear lamp assembly. SeeRemoving a Rear Lamp Assembly(page 368).
2.Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove it fromthe rear lamp assembly.
3.To install, reverse the removalprocedure.
INTERIOR BULBS
INTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATIONCHART
Your vehicle has LED lamps. These are notserviceable items. See an authorized dealerif they fail.
DRIVE BELT ROUTING - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™
Short drive belt is on the secondpulley groove farthest fromengine.
A.
Long drive belt is on the firstpulley groove closest to engine.B.
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11.Make sure that the door bumperarrow is aligned to the service coverplate mark.
12.Gently close the door to the fullyclosed position and make sure thatthe bumper is under slightcompression. If the bumper is notslightly compressed while the door isin the fully closed position, adjust thebumper as needed.
Note:To avoid body damage, do not slamthe door until the bumper adjustments arefinalized.
13.Open and close the installed door afew times to make sure it is properlyaligned and that it operates normally.
14.To install additional doors, repeatSteps 3-13.
15.Return the hex tool and dooralignment pin to the tool kit andsecure the tool kit in the vehicle’scenter console.
16.Return the mirrors to the drivingposition.
Note:Rear seat occupant alert does notfunction with tube doors.
Latch Alignment Adjustments
Vertical Adjustments
To make vertical adjustments:
1.Loosen the upper and lower hingemounting bolts.
2.Engage the latch on the striker to makesure it is properly aligned.
3.Tighten the upper and lower hingemounting bolts, but do not apply finaltorque.
4.Disengage and reengage the latch fromthe striker and confirm properalignment.
5.Tighten the upper and lower hingemounting bolts to 41 lb.ft (55 Nm).
Horizontal Adjustments
To make horizontal adjustments:
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LOCATING THE TIRE LABEL
You will find a Tire Labelcontaining tire inflation pressureby tire size and other importantinformation located on the B-Pillaror the edge of the driver's door.See Locating the SafetyCompliance CertificationLabels (page 296).
DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM
TIRE QUALITY GRADES
Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires.The Quality grades can be foundwhere applicable on the tiresidewall between tread shoulderand maximum section width. Forexample: Treadwear 200Traction AA Temperature A.
These Tire Quality Grades aredetermined by standards that theUnited States Department ofTransportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires.They do not apply to deep tread,winter-type snow tires,space-saver or temporary usespare tires, light truck or LT typetires, tires with nominal rimdiameters of 10 to 12 inches orlimited production tires as definedin Title 49 Code of FederalRegulations Part 575.104 (c)(2).
U.S. Department ofTransportation Tire qualitygrades: The U.S. Department ofTransportation requires us to giveyou the following informationabout tire grades exactly as thegovernment has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is acomparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on aspecified government test course.For example, a tire graded 150would wear 1½ times as well onthe government course as a tiregraded 100. The relativeperformance of tires dependsupon the actual conditions of theiruse, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due tovariations in driving habits, servicepractices, and differences in roadcharacteristics and climate.
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