maintenance FORD BRONCO 2023 Owners Manual

Crash and BreakdownInformation
Roadside Assistance.................................328
Switching the Hazard Flashers On andOff................................................................329
Jump Starting the Vehicle.......................329
Post-Crash Alert System..........................331
Post Impact Braking...................................331
Automatic Crash Shutoff.........................332
Recovery Towing.........................................332
Transporting the Vehicle..........................335
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions..........337
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Manual Transmission............................337
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -Automatic Transmission.....................338
Emergency Towing....................................340
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting.......................................................................340
Fuses
Fuse Precautions.........................................341
Under Hood Fuse Box................................341
Body Control Module Fuse Box.............345
Identifying Fuse Types.............................348
Fuses – Troubleshooting.........................348
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions.......................349
Opening and Closing the Hood.............349
Opening and Closing the Hood - Raptor........................................................................350
Under Hood Overview - 2.3L EcoBoost™.........................................................................351
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™........................................................................352
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L EcoBoost™........................................................................353
Engine Oil......................................................354
Checking the Coolant...............................355
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3LEcoBoost™/2.7L EcoBoost™...........359
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.0LEcoBoost™..............................................360
Changing the Fuel Filter............................361
12V Battery.....................................................361
12V Battery – Troubleshooting..............364
Adjusting the Headlamps.......................365
Exterior Bulbs...............................................367
Interior Bulbs................................................369
Drive Belt Routing - 2.3L EcoBoost™.......................................................................369
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L EcoBoost™/3.0L EcoBoost™.....................................370
Removable VehicleComponents
Removable Windows.................................371
Removable Doors.......................................376
Removable Roof Panels..........................384
Removable Hard Top................................392
Removable Soft Top.................................393
Removable Fenders...................................397
Removable Running Boards - Raptor.......................................................................399
Removable Front Bumper End Caps -Raptor.........................................................401
Storing the Doors and the Roof Panels -4-Door, Excluding: Raptor...................407
Storing the Doors and the Roof Panels -Raptor..........................................................414
Storing the Roof Panels - 2-Door..........419
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products.......................................421
Cleaning the Exterior.................................422
Cleaning the Interior..................................424
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............427
Waxing Your Vehicle..................................427
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App Requirements.......................................511
Accessing Apps.............................................511
Enabling Apps on an iOS Device............511
Enabling Apps on an Android Device..........................................................................511
Switching Apple CarPlay On and Off.........................................................................512
Switching Android Auto On and Off......512
Navigation
Connected Navigation...............................514
Accessing Navigation.................................514
Navigation Map Updates..........................514
Adjusting the Map.......................................514
Live Traffic......................................................514
Setting a Destination.................................515
Waypoints......................................................515
Route Guidance...........................................516
Vehicle Software Updates
Vehicle Software Updates........................517
Software Update Settings........................517
Software Update Indicators....................518
Vehicle System Reset
Performing a System Reset.....................519
Accessories
Accessories...................................................520
Auxiliary Switches
What Are the Auxiliary Switches...........522
Locating the Auxiliary Switches............522
Locating the Auxiliary Switch Wiring........................................................................522
Identifying the Auxiliary Switch Wiring -Excluding: Raptor...................................524
Identifying the Auxiliary Switch Wiring -Raptor.........................................................525
Ford Protect
What Is Ford Protect.................................526
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information......528
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........531
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance............................................533
Customer Information
Rollover Warning........................................538
The Better Business Bureau Auto LineProgram - United States of America........................................................................538
The Mediation and Arbitration Program- Canada....................................................539
Ordering a Canadian French Owner'sManual.......................................................539
Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates.........................................................540
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada.......................................................................540
Third Party Software CopyrightAcknowledgment...................................542
Radio Frequency Certification Labels........................................................................542
Perchlorate....................................................582
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................................................582
Mobile Communications Equipment........................................................................583
Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation.................................................583
End User License Agreement................584
Emission Law..............................................609
Export Unique Options.............................610
Warranty Information................................610
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility..............612
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WARNING: Do not connectwireless plug-in devices to the data linkconnector. Unauthorized third partiescould gain access to vehicle data andimpair the performance of safety relatedsystems. Only allow repair facilities thatfollow our service and repair instructionsto connect their equipment to the datalink connector.
We respect your privacy and arecommitted to protecting it. Theinformation contained in this publicationwas correct at the time of release, but astechnology rapidly changes, werecommend that you visit the local Fordwebsite for the latest information.
Your vehicle has electronic control unitsthat have data recording functionality andthe ability to permanently or temporarilystore data. This data could includeinformation on the condition and status ofyour vehicle, vehicle maintenancerequirements, events and malfunctions.The types of data that can be recorded aredescribed in this section. Some of the datarecorded is stored in event logs or errorlogs.
Note:Error logs are reset following a serviceor repair.
Note:We may provide information inresponse to requests from law enforcement,other government authorities and thirdparties acting with lawful authority orthrough a legal process. Such informationcould be used by them in legal proceedings.
Data recorded includes, for example:
•Operating states of systemcomponents, for example fuel level,tire pressure and battery charge level.
•Vehicle and component status, forexample wheel speed, deceleration,lateral acceleration and seatbeltstatus.
•Events or errors in essential systems,for example headlamps and brakes.
•System responses to driving situations,for example airbag deployment andstability control.
•Environmental conditions, for exampletemperature.
Some of this data, when used incombination with other information, forexample an accident report, damage to avehicle or eyewitness statements, couldbe associated with a specific person.
Services That We Provide
If you use our services, we collect and usedata, for example account information,vehicle location and driving characteristics,that could identify you. We transmit thisdata through a dedicated, protectedconnection. We only collect and use datato enable your use of our services to whichyou have subscribed, with your consent orwhere permitted by law. For additionalinformation, see the terms and conditionsof the services to which you havesubscribed.
For additional information about ourprivacy policy, refer to the local Fordwebsite.
Services That Third PartiesProvide
We recommend that you review the termsand conditions and data privacyinformation for any services equipped withyour vehicle or to which you subscribe. Wetake no responsibility for services that thirdparties provide.
Where equipped, SiriusXM with 360L coulduse the modem. To disable, turn off theSiriusXM with 360L or Vehicle Connectivitysetting. See Enabling and Disabling theModem (page 483).
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Read the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions for additional inspection andmaintenance information specific to thechild restraint.
We recommend that all seatbeltassemblies in use in vehicles involved in acrash be replaced. However, if the crashwas minor and an authorized dealer findsthat the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do notneed to be replaced. Seatbelt assembliesnot in use during a crash should also bechecked and replaced if either damage orimproper operation is noted.
Properly care for seatbelts. See Cleaningthe Interior (page 426).
SEATBELT EXTENSIONS
WARNING: Persons who fit intothe vehicle's seatbelt should not use anextension. Unnecessary use could resultin serious personal injury in the event ofa crash.
WARNING: Only use extensionsprovided free of charge by our dealers.The dealer will provide an extensiondesigned specifically for this vehicle,model year and seating position. The useof an extension intended for anothervehicle, model year or seating positionmay not offer you the full protection ofyour vehicle's seatbelt restraint system.
WARNING: Never use seatbeltextensions to install child restraints.
WARNING: Do not use extensionsto change the way the seatbelt fitsacross the torso, over the lap or to makethe seatbelt buckle easier to reach.
If, because of body size or driving position,it is not possible to properly fasten theseatbelt over your lap and shoulder, anextension that is compatible with theseatbelts is available free of charge fromour dealers. Only use our seatbeltextensions made by the original equipmentseatbelt manufacturer with our seatbelts.Ask your authorized dealer if your extensionis compatible with your vehicle restraintsystem.
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HOW DO THE FRONT AIRBAGS
WORK
The driver and front passenger airbagsdeploy during significant frontal and nearfrontal crashes.
The driver and passenger front airbagsystem consists of:
•Driver and passenger airbag modules.
•Front passenger sensing system.
•Crash sensors and monitoring systemwith readiness indicator. See CrashSensors and Airbag Indicator (page75).
The airbags are a supplemental restraintsystem and are designed to work with theseatbelts to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certain upperbody injuries. Airbags do not inflate slowly;there is a risk of injury from a deployingairbag.
Note:You will hear a loud bang and see acloud of harmless powdery residue if anairbag deploys. This is normal.
The airbags inflate and deflate rapidlyupon activation. After airbag deployment,it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powderyresidue or smell the burnt propellant. Thismay consist of cornstarch, talcum powder(to lubricate the bag) or sodium
compounds (for example, baking soda)that result from the combustion processthat inflates the airbag. Small amounts ofsodium hydroxide may be present whichmay irritate the skin and eyes, but none ofthe residue is toxic.
Contact with a deploying airbag may causeabrasions or swelling. Temporary hearingloss is also a possibility as a result of thenoise associated with a deploying airbag.
Because airbags must inflate rapidly andwith considerable force, there is the risk ofdeath or serious injuries such as fractures,facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are notproperly restrained or are otherwise out ofposition at the time of airbag deployment.Thus, it is extremely important thatoccupants be properly restrained as faraway from the airbag module as possiblewhile maintaining vehicle control.
Routine maintenance of the airbags is notrequired.
HOW DO THE SIDE AIRBAGS
WORK
WARNING: Do not place objectsor mount equipment on or near theairbag cover, on the side of the front seatbackrests, or in areas that may come intocontact with a deploying airbag. Failureto follow this instruction could result inpersonal injury or death.
WARNING: Accessory seat coversnot released by Ford Motor Companycould prevent the deployment of theairbags and increase the risk of injuriesin a crash.
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CRASH SENSORS AND
AIRBAG INDICATOR
WARNING: Modifying or addingequipment to the front of your vehiclecould affect the performance of theairbag system, increasing the risk ofinjury. This includes the hood, bumpersystem, frame, front body structure, towhooks, hood pins, push bar andsnowplows.
Your vehicle is equipped with multiplecrash and occupant sensors. These sensorsprovide information to the restraintscontrol module which activates thefollowing:
•Front and rear seatbelt pretensioners.
•Driver airbag.
•Passenger airbag.
•Seat mounted side airbags.
•Safety Canopy.
Based on the type of crash, the restraintscontrol module which, in the event of acrash, activates the following:
The restraints control module alsomonitors the readiness of the above safetydevices plus the crash and occupantsensors. The readiness of the safetysystem is indicated by a warning indicatorin the instrument cluster or by a backuptone if the warning indicator is not working.Routine maintenance of the airbag is notrequired.
A difficulty with the system is indicated byone or more of the following:
The readiness light will notilluminate immediately after youswitch the ignition on.
•The readiness light either flashes orstays on.
•You hear a series of five tones. Thetone pattern repeats periodically untilthe problem, the light or both arerepaired.
If any of these things happen, evenintermittently, have the supplementalrestraint system serviced immediately.Unless serviced, the system may notfunction properly in the event of a crash.
The fact the seatbelt pretensioners or frontairbags did not activate for both front seatoccupants in a crash does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system.Rather, it means the restraints controlmodule determined the accidentconditions (crash severity, seatbelt usage)were not appropriate to activate thesesafety devices.
•The front airbags activate only infrontal and near-frontal crashes. Frontairbags may activate in rollovers, sideimpacts or rear impacts if the crashcauses sufficient frontal deceleration.
•The seatbelt pretensioners activate infrontal, near-frontal and side crashes,and in rollovers.
•The side airbags inflate in certain sideimpact crashes or rollover events. Sideairbags may activate in other types ofcrashes if the vehicle experiencessufficient sideways motion ordeformation.
•The Safety Canopy inflates in certainside impact crashes or rollover events.The Safety Canopy may activate inother types of crashes if the vehicleexperiences sufficient sideways motionor deformation, or a certain likelihoodof rollover.
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FUEL GAUGE LIMITATIONS
The fuel gauge may not provide anaccurate reading when your vehicle is onan incline.
LOCATING THE FUEL FILLERDOOR
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pumpsymbol indicates on which side of yourvehicle the fuel filler door is located.
WHAT IS THE LOW FUELREMINDER
A low fuel level reminder displays andsounds when the distance to emptyreaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty forMyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km),25 mi(40 km),12 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km)for all vehicle keys.
Note:The low fuel reminder can appear atdifferent fuel gauge positions depending onfuel economy conditions. This variation isnormal.
WHAT IS DISTANCE TO EMPTY
Indicates the approximate distance yourvehicle can travel on the fuel remaining inthe tank. Changes in driving pattern cancause the value to not only decrease butalso increase or stay constant for periodsof time.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the transmission fluidtemperature.
Special operating conditions can causehigher than normal operatingtemperatures. See Special OperatingConditions Scheduled Maintenance(page 533).
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
TURBO BOOST GAUGE - 2.3L
ECOBOOST™
Indicates the amount of manifold airpressure in the engine.
Note:This is a configurable gauge.
WHAT IS THE INFORMATION
BAR
Displays information for navigation, outsideair temperature, odometer and distanceto empty.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehiclecondition that could become serious.Some lamps illuminate when you startyour vehicle to make sure they work. If anylamps remain on after starting your vehicle,refer to the respective system warninglamp for further information.
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WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of yourvehicle's emissions system and filtersharmful pollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not park, idle ordrive your vehicle on dry grass or otherdry ground cover. The emission systemheats up the engine compartment andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operatingtemperature of the exhaust system isvery high. Never work around or attemptto repair any part of the exhaust systemuntil it has cooled. Use special care whenworking around the catalytic converter.The catalytic converter heats up to a veryhigh temperature after only a shortperiod of engine operation and stays hotafter the engine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
•Do not crank the engine for more than10 seconds at a time.
•Do not run the engine with a spark pluglead disconnected.
•Do not push-start or tow-start yourvehicle. Use booster cables. See JumpStarting the Vehicle (page 330).
•Use the correct fuel. See Fuel andRefueling (page 179).
•Do not switch the ignition off when yourvehicle is moving.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.
Note:Do not make any unauthorizedchanges to your vehicle or engine. By law,vehicle owners and anyone whomanufactures, repairs, or services a fleet ofvehicles are not permitted to intentionallyremove an emission control device orprevent it from working.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –WARNING LAMPS
Your vehicle has an on-board diagnosticssystem that monitors the emission controlsystem. If any of the following warninglamps illuminate, this may indicate thatthe on-board diagnostics system hasdetected an emission control systemmalfunction.
Continuing to drive your vehicle may causereduced power or the engine to stop.Failure to respond to a warning lamp maycause damage that your vehicle Warrantymay not cover. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
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ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Park Brake MalfunctionService Now
The electric parking brake has not released. Manually releasethe electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Not Released
The electric parking brake has not applied. Apply the electricparking brake. If the message continues to appear, have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Park Brake Not Applied
The electric parking brake has not automatically released.Manually release the electric parking brake.Park Brake Use Switch toRelease
You have not pressed the brake pedal. Press the brake pedalto release the parking brake.To Release: Press Brakeand Switch
The electric parking brake has malfunctioned. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.Park Brake Limited Func-tion Service Required
The electric parking brake system has been put into a specialmode that is used to allow service of the brakes. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Brake maintenancemode
The electric parking brake has overheated. Wait for the elec-tric parking brake to cool down.Park Brake System Over-heated
The electric parking brake is released.Park Brake Off
The electric parking brake has not released. Manually releasethe electric parking brake. If the message continues to appear,have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Release Park Brake
The electric parking brake is applied.Park Brake On
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CONNECTING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS
Do not tow a trailer until you drive yourvehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
Consult your local motor vehicle laws fortowing a trailer.
See the instructions included with towingaccessories for the proper installation andadjustment specifications.
Service your vehicle more frequently if youtow a trailer. See Normal ScheduledMaintenance (page 531).
If you use a rental trailer, follow theinstructions the rental agency gives you.
When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
Account for the trailer coupler weight aspart of your vehicle load when calculatingthe total vehicle weight.
Do not exceed the load limits. SeeCalculating the Load Limit (page 298).
CONNECTING A TRAILER
Trailer Towing Connector (If Equipped)
When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
Trailer Lamps
WARNING: Never connect anytrailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's taillamp wiring; this may damage theelectrical system resulting in fire. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon aspossible for assistance in proper trailertow wiring installation. Additionalelectrical equipment may be required.
Most towed vehicles require trailer lamps.Make sure all running lights, brake lights,turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Safety Chains
Install trailer safety chains to the trailerhitch as recommended by themanufacturer. Cross the chains under thetrailer coupler and allow enough slack forturning tight corners. Do not allow thechains to drag on the ground.
Note:Do not attach safety chains to thebumper. Always connect the safety chainsto the frame or hook retainers of your trailerhitch.
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