load capacity FORD BRONCO 2023 Owners Manual

LOAD CARRYING
PRECAUTIONS
Keep your loaded vehicle weightwithin its design rating capability,with or without a trailer. Properlyloading your vehicle providesmaximum return of vehicle designperformance. Before you load yourvehicle, become familiar with thefollowing terms for determiningyour vehicle’s weight rating, withor without a trailer, from thevehicle’s Tire and LoadingInformation label or SafetyCompliance Certification label.
WARNING: Theappropriate loading capacity ofyour vehicle can be limited eitherby volume capacity (how muchspace is available) or by payloadcapacity (how much weight thevehicle should carry). Once youhave reached the maximumpayload of your vehicle, do notadd more cargo, even if there isspace available. Overloading orimproperly loading your vehiclecan contribute to loss of vehiclecontrol and vehicle rollover.
WARNING: Exceeding theSafety Compliance Certificationlabel vehicle weight limits canadversely affect theperformance and handling ofyour vehicle, cause vehicledamage and can result in theloss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not usereplacement tires with lowerload carrying capacities than theoriginal tires because they maylower your vehicle's GVWR andGAWR limitations. Replacementtires with a higher limit than theoriginal tires do not increase theGVWR and GAWR limitations.
WARNING: Do not exceedthe GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the certificationlabel.
WARNING: Exceeding anyvehicle weight rating canadversely affect theperformance and handling ofyour vehicle, cause vehicledamage and can result in theloss of control of your vehicle,serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: When loadingthe roof racks, we recommendyou evenly distribute the load,as well as maintain a low centerof gravity. Loaded vehicles, withhigher centers of gravity, may
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is the maximum payload for yourvehicle as built by the assemblyplant. If you install any additionalequipment on your vehicle, youmust determine the new payload.Subtract the weight of theequipment from the payload listedon the Tire and Loading label.When towing, trailer tongueweight or king pin weight is alsopart of payload.
CALCULATING THE LOAD
LIMIT
Steps for determining the correctload limit:
1.Locate the statement "Thecombined weight of occupantsand cargo should never exceedXXX kg or XXX lb." on yourvehicle’s placard.
2.Determine the combinedweight of the driver andpassengers that will be ridingin your vehicle.
3.Subtract the combined weightof the driver and passengersfrom XXX kg or XXX lb.
4.The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity. Forexample, if the “XXX” amountequals 1,400 lb. and there willbe five 150 lb. passengers inyour vehicle, the amount ofavailable cargo and luggageload capacity is 650 lb.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb.)
5.Determine the combinedweight of luggage and cargobeing loaded on the vehicle.That weight may not safelyexceed the available cargo andluggage load capacitycalculated in Step 4.
6.If your vehicle will be towing atrailer, load from your trailerwill be transferred to yourvehicle. Consult this manual todetermine how this reduces theavailable cargo and luggageload capacity of your vehicle.
Helpful examples forcalculating the availableamount of cargo and luggageload capacity
Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargoand luggage capacity. You decideto go golfing. Is there enough loadcapacity to carry you, four of yourfriends and all the golf bags? Youand four friends average 220pounds (99 kilograms) each andthe golf bags weigh approximately30 pounds (13.5 kilograms) each.The calculation would be: 1400 -(5 x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1400 - 1100- 150 = 150 pounds. Yes, you haveenough load capacity in yourvehicle to transport four friendsand your golf bags. In metric units,the calculation would be: 635kilograms - (5 x 99 kilograms) -(5 x 13.5 kilograms) = 635 - 495 -67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.
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Suppose your vehicle has a1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargoand luggage capacity. You andone of your friends decide to pickup cement from the local homeimprovement store to finish thatpatio you have been planning forthe past two years. Measuring theinside of the vehicle with the rearseat folded down, you have roomfor twelve 100-pound(45-kilogram) bags of cement. Doyou have enough load capacity totransport the cement to yourhome? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 pounds (99 kilograms),the calculation would be: 1400 -(2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1400 - 440- 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you donot have enough cargo capacityto carry that much weight. Inmetric units, the calculation wouldbe: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.You will need to reduce the loadweight by at least 240 pounds(104 kilograms). If you removethree 100-pound (45-kilogram)cement bags, then the loadcalculation would be: 1400 - (2 x220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -900 = 60 pounds. Now you havethe load capacity to transport thecement and your friend home. Inmetric units, the calculation wouldbe: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.
The above calculations alsoassume that the loads arepositioned in your vehicle in amanner that does not overloadthe front or the rear gross axleweight rating specified for yourvehicle on the Safety ComplianceCertification label.
ROOF RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
ROOF RACK PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Read and follow themanufacturer's instructions when youare fitting a roof rack.
WARNING: When loading the roofracks, we recommend you evenlydistribute the load, as well as maintaina low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles,with higher centers of gravity, mayhandle differently than unloadedvehicles. Take extra precautions, suchas slower speeds and increased stoppingdistance, when driving a heavily loadedvehicle.
Note:If you use a roof rack, the fuelconsumption of your vehicle will be higherand you may experience different drivingcharacteristics.
Note:Never place loads directly on the roofpanel. The roof panel is not designed todirectly carry a load.
You must place loads directly on thecrossbars fitted to the roof rack side rails.When using the roof rack system, werecommend that you use genuine Fordaccessory crossbars specifically designedfor your vehicle.
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REAR CARGO AREA ANCHOR
POINTS
REAR CARGO AREA ANCHORPOINT PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The appropriateloading capacity of your vehicle can belimited either by volume capacity (howmuch space is available) or by payloadcapacity (how much weight the vehicleshould carry). Once you have reachedthe maximum payload of your vehicle,do not add more cargo, even if there isspace available. Overloading orimproperly loading your vehicle cancontribute to loss of vehicle control andvehicle rollover.
WARNING: It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In a crash, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat is not equipped with seats andseatbelts. Make sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and properly using aseatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
LOCATING THE REAR CARGOAREA ANCHOR POINTS
REAR CARGO AREA ANCHORPOINT LOAD CAPACITIES
Maximum Load Value
2,000 lb (907 kg)
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TOWING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not exceedthe GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the certificationlabel.
WARNING: Towing trailersbeyond the maximumrecommended gross trailerweight exceeds the limit of yourvehicle and could result in enginedamage, transmission damage,structural damage, loss ofvehicle control, vehicle rolloverand personal injury.
WARNING: Do not exceedthe lowest rating capacity foryour vehicle or trailer hitch.Overloading your vehicle ortrailer hitch can impair yourvehicle stability and handling.Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of controlof your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Make sure thatthe vertical load on the tow ballis between the minimum andmaximum recommended weightat all times. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle,personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not cut,drill, weld or modify the trailerhitch. Modifying the trailer hitchcould reduce the hitch rating.
WARNING: The anti-lockbrake system does not controlthe trailer brakes.
TRAILER BRAKE
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not connect atrailer's hydraulic brake system directlyto your vehicle's brake system. Yourvehicle may not have enough brakingpower and your chances of having acollision greatly increase.
WARNING: Do not tow a trailerfitted with electric trailer brakes unlessyour vehicle is fitted with a compatibleaftermarket electronic trailer brakecontroller. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath. For additional information andassistance, we recommend that youcontact an authorized dealer.
Electric brakes and manual, automatic orsurge-type trailer brakes are safe if youinstall them properly and adjust them tothe manufacturer's specifications. Thetrailer brakes must meet local and federalregulations.
The rating for the tow vehicle's brakingsystem operation is at the gross vehicleweight rating, not the gross combinedweight rating.
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Certain states require functioning trailerbrakes for trailers over a specified weight.Be sure to check state regulations for thisspecified weight.
Ford Motor Company recommendsseparate functioning brake systems fortrailers weighing more than 1,500 lb(680 kg) when loaded.
TOWING A TRAILER
LIMITATIONS
The vehicle's load capacitydesignation is by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot necessarilyuse all available space whenloading a vehicle or trailer.
Note:Your vehicle could havereduced performance whenoperating at high altitudes andwhen heavily loaded or towing a
trailer. When driving at elevation,to match driving performance asperceived at sea level, reduce grossvehicle weight and grosscombination weight by 2% per1,000 ft (300 m) elevation.
LOADING YOUR TRAILER
To help minimize how trailermovement affects your vehiclewhen driving:
•Load the heaviest items closestto the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest itemscentered between the left andright side trailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items abovethe trailer axles or just slightlyforward toward the trailertongue. Do not allow the finaltrailer tongue weight to goabove or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight. Thetrailer tongue weight shouldnever exceed 10% of themaximum towing capacity.
•Select a ball mount with thecorrect rise or drop. When boththe loaded vehicle and trailerare connected, the trailer frameshould be level, or slightlyangled down toward yourvehicle, when viewed from theside.
TRAILER TOWING HINTS -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Towing a trailer places an extra load onyour vehicle's engine, transmission, axle,brakes, tires and suspension. Periodicallyinspect these components during and afterany towing operation.
When driving with a trailer or payload, aslight takeoff vibration or shudder may befelt due to the increased payload weight.
Your vehicle may have a temporary orconventional spare tire. A temporary sparetire is different in diameter or width, treadtype, or from a different manufacturer thanthe road tires on your vehicle. Consultinformation on the tire label or SafetyCompliance label for limitations whenusing.
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WARNING: Never link two winchropes together with a clevis pin. Theseheavy metal objects could becomeprojectiles if the winch rope breaks.
WARNING: When using the winch,take care not to get your fingers or handscaught in the mechanism. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
WARNING: Avoid wearing loosefitting clothing or jewelry when winching.
WARNING: Make sure to wear eyeprotection when winching.
WARNING: Do not exceed thewinch or winch rope capacity. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
WARNING: Wear gloves whenhandling the winch rope. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use the winchto secure loads.
WARNING: Do not use the winchto tow a trailer. This can damage,overload and break the winch rope.
WARNING: Make sure the anchorpoint can properly support the load andsecure the winching equipment. Failureto follow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
WARNING: Only use theequipment supplied with the winch whenwinching.
WARNING: Do not engage ordisengage the winch clutch when thewinch is in use.
WARNING: The winch andassociated components become hotwhen in use. Let them cool down beforeremoving them.
WARNING: Do not attempt toservice, repair or modify the winchingsystem. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Make sure to properlystore the winch rope to the shackle pointor fairlead when not in use. Failure toproperly store the winch rope couldcause it to become a projectile.
WINCHING REQUIREMENTS
To winch your vehicle, make sure of thefollowing:
•The intended anchor point is secure.The anchor point must be strongenough to hold the weight of yourvehicle when winching.
•The intended anchor point allows youto pull your vehicle straight ahead.
•The intended anchor point is as faraway as possible, within the 100 ft(30 m) rope length. This allows thegreatest pulling power for the winch.
•The winch rope is in good condition andfree of visible cuts, tear or damage.
•Use a damper device such as a tarp,heavy blanket or piece of carpet, andplace it over the winch rope to helpabsorb the energy in the event thewinch rope breaks.
•Bystanders are to the sides of thevehicle, at a distance of at least twicethe length of the winch rope.
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Automatic Transmission AudibleWarnings.......................................................194Automatic Transmission...........................190Automatic Transmission Positions.............190Brake Shift Interlock..........................................193Manually Shifting Gears....................................191Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacityand Specification......................................478Automatic Transmission PositionIndicators.......................................................191Automatic Transmission Positions.......190Drive (D)................................................................190Manual (M)............................................................191Neutral (N)...........................................................190Park (P)..................................................................190Reverse (R)...........................................................190Sport (S).................................................................191Automatic TransmissionPrecautions.................................................190Auto Mode.......................................................133Auto Mode Indicators........................................133Switching Auto Mode On and Off................133Switching Dual Mode On and Off................134Auto-Start-Stop............................................174Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting............176Auto-Start-Stop Indicators.......................176Auto-Start-Stop Precautions -Automatic Transmission.........................174Auto-Start-Stop Precautions - ManualTransmission................................................174Auto-Start-Stop –Troubleshooting.........................................176Auto-Start-Stop – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................178Auto-Start-Stop – InformationMessages..........................................................176Autounlock.......................................................88Autounlock Requirements...............................88Switching Autounlock On and Off................88What Is Autounlock............................................88Auxiliary Switches.......................................522
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Blind Spot Information System..............279Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................282
Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators......................................................281Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations...................................................279Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................279Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements - AutomaticTransmission..............................................280Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements - ManualTransmission..............................................279Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting........................................282Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................282Bluetooth®.....................................................510Body Control Module Fuse Box..............345Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................345Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box..........................................346Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................345Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........349See: Opening and Closing the Hood -Raptor...............................................................350Booster Seats...................................................57Brake Fluid Specification...........................210Brake Over Accelerator.............................209Brake Precautions.......................................209Brakes..............................................................209Anti-Lock Braking System.............................209Brakes – Troubleshooting...............................210Brake Shift Interlock....................................193Brake Shift Interlock Precautions.................193Using Brake Shift Interlock.............................194What Is Brake Shift Interlock..........................193Brakes – Troubleshooting.........................210Brakes – Frequently Asked Questions........212Brakes – Information Messages.....................211Brakes – Warning Lamps................................210Breaking-In.....................................................326
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What Is Evasive Steering Assist...................290Event Data........................................................24Export Unique Options..............................610Exterior Bulbs................................................367Changing a Rear Lamp Bulb.........................369Exterior Bulb Specification Chart................367Removing a Rear Lamp Assembly..............368Exterior Lamps..............................................105Exterior Lamps On Audible Warning...........107Switching Off Road Driving Lamps On andOff........................................................................107Switching the Daytime Running Lamps Onand Off..............................................................106Switching the Spot Lamps On andOff........................................................................107Using the Front Fog Lamps............................106Using the Turn Signal Lamps.........................105Exterior Lighting Control............................104Exterior Lighting............................................104Autolamps............................................................105Automatic High Beam Control......................108Automatic High Beam Control –Troubleshooting..............................................110Exterior Lamps....................................................105Exterior Zone Lighting.......................................107Headlamps...........................................................104Headlamps – Troubleshooting.....................104Exterior Mirrors...............................................116Exterior Zone Lighting.................................107Exterior Zone Lighting Settings....................108Using the Exterior Zone Lighting...................107What Is Exterior Zone Lighting.......................107
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Fastening and Unfastening theSeatbelts........................................................62Feature Bar....................................................499Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation...................................................583Fender Anchor Points................................303Fender Anchor Point LoadCapacities.......................................................303Locating the Fender Anchor Points............303Flat TireSee: Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding:Raptor...............................................................449See: Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor..............453
Floor Mats.......................................................327Folding the Exterior Mirrors........................116Ford Assistant...............................................501Ford Assistant – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................501Ford Assistant Settings....................................501Using Ford Assistant.........................................501Ford Performance...........................................15Ford Power-UpSee: Software Update Settings.....................517See: Vehicle Software Updates.....................517Ford Protect...................................................526Four-Wheel Drive.........................................195Four-Wheel Drive Modes................................199Four-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting...........................................200Four-Wheel Drive Indicators...................200Four-Wheel Drive Limitations.................196Four-Wheel Drive Modes..........................199Four-Wheel Drive Auto....................................199Four-Wheel Drive High.....................................199Four-Wheel Drive Low....................................200Two-Wheel Drive High.....................................199Four-Wheel Drive Precautions................195Four-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting.......................................200Four-Wheel Drive – InformationMessages..........................................................201Four-Wheel Drive – Warning Lamps.........200Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Excluding:Raptor..........................................................480Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Raptor............................480Front Exterior - 2-Door.................................42Front Exterior - 4-Door, Vehicles With:Hard Top, Excluding: Raptor...................39Front Exterior - 4-Door, Vehicles With:Soft Top..........................................................40Front Exterior - Raptor..................................41Front Parking Aid..........................................241Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings...........242Front Parking Aid Limitations........................242Locating the Front Parking AidSensors.............................................................242What is the Front Parking Aid........................241
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Adjusting the Lumbar Support......................145Adjusting the Seat Backrest...........................145Adjusting the Seat Cushion............................145Adjusting the Seat Height...............................145Head Restraint Components.........................143Installing the Head Restraint.........................144Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................144Removing the Head Restraint.......................144Pre-Collision Assist Limitations.............287Pre-Collision Assist Precautions...........286Pre-Collision Assist....................................286Automatic Emergency Braking....................290Distance Indication...........................................289Evasive Steering Assist...................................290Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting.............................................291Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting.........................................291Pre-Collision Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................292Pre-Collision Assist – InformationMessages..........................................................291Pre-Collision Assist – WarningLamps................................................................291Preparing Your Vehicle forStorage.........................................................428Programming a MyKey................................86Programming the Garage DoorOpener...........................................................153Programming the Remote Control..........82Properly Adjusting the Driver and FrontPassenger Seats...........................................71Protecting the Environment.......................27PunctureSee: Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding:Raptor...............................................................449See: Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor..............453Push Button Ignition Switch....................164
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels............................................................542Blind Spot Information SystemSensors.............................................................542Body Control Module.......................................548Cruise Control Module......................................551
Garage Door Opener........................................554Keys and Remote Controls............................555Radio Transceiver Module.............................560SYNC......................................................................563Telematics Control Unit..................................568Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors.............................................................570Wireless Accessory Charging Module........575Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................481Rear Cargo Area Anchor Points.............304Locating the Rear Cargo Area AnchorPoints................................................................304Rear Cargo Area Anchor Point LoadCapacities.......................................................304Rear Cargo Area Anchor PointPrecautions....................................................304Rear Cargo Area...........................................304Rear Cargo Area Anchor Points...................304Rear Exterior - 2-Door..................................46Rear Exterior - 4-Door, Vehicles With:Hard Top, Excluding: Raptor....................43Rear Exterior - 4-Door, Vehicles With:Soft Top..........................................................44Rear Exterior - Raptor...................................45Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings........................................................151Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators.......................................................151Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations...................................................150Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions.................................................150Rear Occupant Alert System...................150Rear Parking Aid............................................241Locating the Rear Parking AidSensors..............................................................241Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings.............241Rear Parking Aid Limitations..........................241What is the Rear Parking Aid..........................241Rear Seats........................................................147Manual Seats........................................................147Rear View Camera Guide Lines..............244Rear View Camera Object DistanceIndicators.....................................................245Rear View Camera Precautions.............244Rear View Camera......................................244Rear View Camera Settings...........................245
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