technical specifications FORD F-150 2018 Owners Manual

Engine Oil Dipstick - Gasoline
...............350
Engine Oil Dipstick - Diesel ......................
351
Engine Oil Check - Gasoline ....................
351
Engine Oil Check - Diesel .........................
352
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................
353
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
354
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
358
Transfer Case Fluid Check ......................
358
Brake Fluid Check .......................................
359
Power Steering Fluid Check ...................
359
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
359
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap ......
360
Fuel Filter - Diesel ......................................
360
Fuel Filter - Gasoline .................................
360
Changing the 12V Battery .......................
360
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
362
Changing the Wiper Blades ....................
363
Adjusting the Headlamps .......................
363
Changing a Bulb .........................................
364
Bulb Specification Chart .........................
368
Changing the Engine Air Filter - Gasoline ........................................................................\
370
Changing the Engine Air Filter - Diesel ........................................................................\
370
Vehicle Care
General Information ...................................
373
Cleaning Products ......................................
373
Cleaning the Exterior ..................................
373
Waxing ............................................................
375
Cleaning the Engine ...................................
375
Cleaning the Exhaust ................................
375
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
376
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
376
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens .......................
377
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
378
Repairing Minor Paint Damage ..............
379Cleaning the Wheels
.................................
379
Vehicle Storage ............................................
379
Body Styling Kits ..........................................
381
Wheels and Tires
General Information ..................................
382
Tire Care .........................................................
384
Using Snow Chains ...................................
398
Tire Pressure Monitoring System .........
399
Changing a Road Wheel ..........................
405
Technical Specifications ...........................
413
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
.
415
Engine Specifications - 3.0L V6, Diesel ........................................................................\
.
415
Engine Specifications - 3.3L Duratec - V6 ..................................................................
416
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™ ........................................................................\
.
416
Engine Specifications - 5.0L Modular - V8 ..................................................................
417
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ......
418
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L V6, Diesel ........
418
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L Duratec - V6 ........................................................................\
.
419
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™ .....
420
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L Modular - V8 ........................................................................\
420
Vehicle Identification Number ................
421
Vehicle Certification Label ......................
422
Transmission Code Designation ...........
423
Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ...............................................
424
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L V6, Diesel ..........................................................
428
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L Duratec - V6 .............................................
432
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™ ...............................................
437
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Note:
Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
The term "IC:" before the radio certification
number only signifies that Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for your
transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).
Vehicles with the remote start feature will
have a greater range. One of the following
could cause a decrease in operating range:
• Weather conditions.
• Nearby radio towers.
• Structures around the vehicle.
• Other vehicles parked next to your
vehicle.
Other short-distance radio transmitters,
such as amateur radios, medical
equipment, wireless headphones, remote
controls and alarm systems may operate
on the same frequency as your remote
control. If other transmitters are operating
on those frequencies, you may not be able
to use your remote control. Using your
remote control near some types of
electronic equipment, such as USB devices,
computers or cell phones can interfere with
remote operation. Operating your remote
control near metal or metallic-finished
purses, bags or clothing can interfere with
remote operation. You can lock and unlock
the doors with the key. Note:
Make sure to lock your vehicle before
leaving it unattended.
Note: If you are in range, the remote control
still operates if you press any button
unintentionally.
Intelligent Access
(If Equipped)
The system uses a radio frequency signal
to communicate with your vehicle and
authorize your vehicle to unlock when one
of the following conditions are met:
• You touch the inside of the front
exterior door handle within
3 ft (1 m)
proximity of an intelligent access key.
• You press the tailgate release button.
• You press a button on the remote
control.
If excessive radio frequency interference
is present in the area or if the remote
control battery is low, you may need to
mechanically unlock your door. You can
use the mechanical key blade in your
intelligent access key to open the driver
door in this situation. See Remote Control
(page
56).
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If
Equipped)
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and
unlock or lock the driver door from outside
your vehicle. The integrated keyhead
transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and
starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.
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FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada
Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note:
Changes or modifications to your
device not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance can void the
user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. End Users must
follow the specific operating instructions
for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This
transmitter must be at least 8 in (20 cm)
from the user and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
The term “IC:” before the
certification/registration number only
signifies that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
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(If Equipped)

Check each tire, including the
spare if applicable, monthly,
when cold and inflate to the
inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. If
your vehicle has tires of a different size
than the size indicated on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation
pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle
has been equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale
when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check
your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure. Driving on a
significantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle ’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and
it is the driver ’s responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation
has not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with
a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is
combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale flashes for
approximately one minute and then
remains continuously illuminated. This
sequence continues upon subsequent
vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur
for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels
allow the TPMS to continue to function
properly.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful
interference.
• This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING: Changes or
modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
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5. Remove the vehicle jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order shown.
See Technical Specifications (page
413).
6. Stow the flat tire. See the Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire.
7. Stow the vehicle jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is securely fastened
before you drive. See Stowing the
Vehicle Jack and Tool Bag.
8. Unblock the wheels. Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire
Note:
Failure to follow the spare tire
stowage instructions may result in failure of
the cable or loss of the spare tire.
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.
2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through
the wheel center. Pull on the cable to
align the components at the end of the
cable.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position
underneath the vehicle. The effort to
turn the jack handle increases
significantly and the spare tire carrier
ratchets or slips when the tire is raised
to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your ability, to the point
where the ratchet or slip occurs, if
possible. The spare tire carrier does not
allow you to overtighten. If the spare
tire carrier ratchets or slips with little
effort, contact your authorized dealer.
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened. Try to
push or pull, then turn the tire to be
sure it does not move. Loosen and
retighten, if necessary. Failure to
properly stow the spare tire may result
in failure of the winch cable and loss
of the tire.
5. Repeat this tightness check procedure
when servicing the spare tire pressure,
every six months, as per your scheduled
maintenance information, or at any
time that the spare tire is disturbed
through service of other components.
6. If removed, install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with the
spare tire lock key and jack handle.
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool
Bag 1. Adjust the jack up or down by rotating
the lead screw located on the end of
the jack. The stowage markings should
line up with the bottom channel.
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9. Install the foam top.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications WARNING: When you install a wheel, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign
materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel
hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel. Make sure to secure any fasteners
that attach the rotor to the hub so they do not interfere with the mounting surfaces of
the wheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel
mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while
your vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of vehicle control, personal injury or death. lb.ft (Nm)
1
Bolt Size
150 lb.ft (204 Nm)
M14 x 1.5
1 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only our
recommended replacement fasteners.
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 kilometers) after any
wheel disturbance, such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal.
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IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT. NEITHER
GRACENOTE WARRANTS THE RESULTS
THAT WILL BE OBTAINED BY YOUR USE
OF THE GRACENOTE SOFTWARE OR ANY
GRACENOTE SERVER. IN NO CASE WILL
GRACENOTE BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES OR FOR ANY LOST PROFITS
OR LOST REVENUES FOR ANY REASON
WHATSOEVER. © Gracenote 2007.
Radio Frequency Statement
FCC ID: ACJ-SYNCG3-L
IC: 216B-SYNCG3-L
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry
Canada. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2)
this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING:
Changes or
modifications not expressively approved
by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. The term "IC:" before the
radio certification number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
The antenna used for this transmitter must
not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. Taiwan Territory
Note: In accordance with the management
approach of low-power radio wave
radiation motors:
Article 12: For approved and certified
low-power radiation motor models,
companies, firms or users must not alter
the frequency, increase the power or
change the characteristics and functions
of the original design without authorization.
Article 14: The usage of low-power
radio-frequency motors must not affect
aviation safety and interfere with legal
telecommunications. Should interference
be detected, immediately stop using the
device and only resume usage after
ensuring that there is no longer any
interference. For the legal
telecommunication and wireless
telecommunication of the telco, the
low-power radio frequency motor must be
able to tolerate legal limits of interference
from telecommunication, industrial,
scientific and radio wave equipment.
SUNA TRAFFIC CHANNEL – TERMS
AND CONDITIONS
By activating, using and/or accessing the
SUNA Traffic Channel, SUNA Predictive or
other content or material provided by
Intelematics (together,
SUNA Products
and/or Services
), you must accept
certain terms and conditions. The following
is a brief summary of the terms and
conditions that apply to you. To view the
full terms and conditions relevant to your
use of the SUNA Products and/or Services,
please consult: Website
www.sunatraffic.com.au/termsandcon- ditions/
1. Acceptance
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Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance...............................................567
Diesel Engine...................................................... 569
Exceptions............................................................ 573
Speed Control See: Cruise Control........................................... 244
Spot Lamps.....................................................95
Cargo and Trailer Hookup Lamps.................. 95
Stability Control
...........................................228
Principle of Operation...................................... 228
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 170
Starting a Diesel Engine
.............................175
........................................................................\
............ 175
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 176
Cold Weather Operation................................... 177
Cold Weather Starting...................................... 176
Diesel Engine Fast Start Glow Plug System............................................................... 176
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 175
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................172 Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 174
Failure to Start...................................................... 173
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................175
Important Ventilating Information...............175
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................ 174
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 174
Vehicles with an Ignition Key.......................... 172
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 172
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........170 General Information.......................................... 170
Steering...........................................................264 Electric Power Steering................................... 264
Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles With: Push Button Start.......................................171
Unlocking the Steering Wheel........................ 172
Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start.......................................171
Steering Wheel
...............................................84
Storage Compartments............................168
Sunroof See: Moonroof..................................................... 103
Sun Visors
.......................................................103
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................. 103
Supplementary Restraints System..........47 Principle of Operation......................................... 47Switching Off the Engine...........................179
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3.......................................................480
General Information........................................ 480
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................542
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................467
911 Assist.............................................................. 468
SYNC Mobile Apps........................................... 469
SYNC™...........................................................463 General Information......................................... 463
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
..........................472
T
Tailgate Lock
....................................................73
Tailgate Step....................................................75
Closing the Step.................................................... 76
Opening the Step................................................. 75
Tailgate...............................................................73
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............415
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
......................330
Tire Care..........................................................384
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 385
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 384
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 386
Temperature A B C............................................ 385
Traction AA A B C.............................................. 385
Treadwear............................................................ 384
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........399 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................ 401
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ....................................... 401
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 382
Towing a Trailer............................................280 Load Placement.................................................. 281
Towing Points................................................326
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......311 Emergency Towing.............................................. 311
Recreational Towing........................................... 311
Towing.............................................................280
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Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced
Power/Electronic Throttle Control............111
Service Engine Soon............................................ 111
Sport Mode............................................................. 111
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator............................................................... 111
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp................................................... 111
Tow Haul Indicator............................................... 111
Wait To Start........................................................... 111
Water In Fuel........................................................... 111
Washer Fluid Check....................................359
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 373
Waxing.............................................................375
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 405
Wheels and Tires
.........................................382
General Information......................................... 382
Technical Specifications.................................. 413
Windows and Mirrors
...................................98
Windshield Washers.....................................90
Windshield Wipers........................................89
Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 89
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 362
Wipers and Washers....................................89
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