transmission FORD F-150 2021 User Guide

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OVERVIEW - VEHICLES WITH: 12.3 INCH
SCREEN
Tachometer.
A
Engine coolant temperature gauge.
B
Configurable gauges. Oil pressure, transmission oil temperature, turbo boost,
vacuum/boost, battery voltage, air charge temperature, engine oil temperature
or diesel exhaust fluid level gauges.
C
Fuel gauge.
D
Speedometer.
E
Odometer.
F
Compass.
G
Ambient temperature.
H
TACHOMETER
Indicates the engine speed.
SPEEDOMETER
Indicates the vehicle speed. FUEL GAUGE
WHAT IS THE FUEL GAUGE
Indicates approximately how much fuel is
in the fuel tank.
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FUEL GAUGE LIMITATIONS
The fuel gauge may not provide an
accurate reading when your vehicle is on
an incline.
LOCATING THE FUEL FILLER
DOOR
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump
symbol indicates on which side of your
vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
WHAT IS THE LOW FUEL
REMINDER
A low fuel level reminder displays and
sounds when the distance to empty
reaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty for
MyKey, 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 at
different fuel gauge positions depending on
fuel economy conditions. This variation is
normal.
WHAT IS DISTANCE TO EMPTY
Indicates the approximate distance your
vehicle can travel on the fuel remaining in
the tank. Changes in driving pattern can
cause the value to not only decrease but
also increase or stay constant for periods
of time.
ENGINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine coolant temperature.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE
Indicates the engine oil pressure.
Note: This is a configurable gauge. TRANSMISSION FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Indicates the transmission fluid
temperature.
Special operating conditions can cause
higher than normal operating
temperatures. See
Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
(page
675).
Note: This is a configurable gauge.
TURBO BOOST GAUGE
(IF
EQUIPPED)
Indicates the amount of manifold air
pressure in the engine.
Note: This is a configurable gauge.
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID
GAUGE
(IF EQUIPPED)
Indicates the current diesel exhaust fluid
level.
WHAT ARE THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER WARNING LAMPS
Warning lamps alert you to a vehicle
condition that could become serious.
Some lamps illuminate when you start
your vehicle to make sure they work. If any
lamps remain on after starting your vehicle,
refer to the respective system warning
lamp for further information.
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WHAT IS REMOTE START
The system allows you to remotely start
your vehicle and to adjust the interior
temperature according to the settings that
you chose.
REMOTE START
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death. WARNING: Do not keep electrical
devices plugged in the power point
whenever the device is not in use. Power
points power up during remote start. WARNING:
Do not keep electrical
devices plugged into the power outlet
whenever the device is not in use. The
outlet provides power when the vehicle
is on. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.
REMOTE START LIMITATIONS
Remote start does not work under the
following conditions:
• The alarm horn is sounding.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• The ignition is on.
• The battery voltage is below the
minimum operating voltage.
• Remote start is not enabled. Note:
Do not use remote start if the fuel
level is low.
Note: You can use remote start with
FordPass.
See Connecting the Vehicle to
a Wi-Fi Network (page 620).
ENABLING REMOTE START
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Remote Start Setup.
4. Switch
Remote Start on or off.
Note: To remote start with FordPass, make
sure that the modem is enabled.
See
Connecting FordPass to the Modem
(page
620).
REMOTELY STARTING AND
STOPPING THE VEHICLE
Remotely Starting the Vehicle Press the button on the remote
control.
Within three seconds, press the
button on the remote control.
Within three seconds, press the
button again.
Note: You can also use FordPass to start
the vehicle.
Note: The turn signal lamps flash twice.
Note: The parking lamps turn on when the
vehicle is running.
Note: The horn sounds if the system fails
to start.
Note: All other vehicle systems remain off
when you have remotely started the vehicle.
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WHAT IS THE MEMORY
FUNCTION
The memory function recalls the position
of these features:
•
Driver seat.
• Power mirrors.
• Optional power steering column.
• Optional power adjustable pedals.
MEMORY FUNCTION
PRECAUTIONS WARNING: Before activating the
memory seat, make sure that the area
immediately surrounding the seat is clear
of obstructions and that all occupants
are clear of moving parts. WARNING:
Do not use the memory
function when your vehicle is moving.
LOCATING THE MEMORY
FUNCTION BUTTONS The memory function buttons are on the
driver door. SAVING A PRESET POSITION
1. Adjust the memory features to your
preferred position.
2. Press and hold the preferred preset button until you hear a single tone.
A confirmation message appears in the
information display.
You can save up to three preset memory
positions at any time.
RECALLING A PRESET
POSITION
Press and release a preset button.
Note: You can recall a preset memory
position when the ignition is off, or when you
place the transmission in park (P) or neutral
(N) if the ignition is on and the vehicle is not
moving.
Note: Pressing any of the preset buttons or
any memory feature control during a
memory recall cancels the operation.
You can also recall a preset memory
position by:
• Pressing the unlock button on your
remote control if you linked it to a
preset position.
• Unlocking the intelligent driver door
handle if a linked remote control is
present.
Using a linked remote control to recall your
memory position when the ignition is off
moves the seat and steering column to the
easy entry position.
Linking a Preset Position to Your
Remote Control or Passive Key
See
Linking or Unlinking a Personal
Profile to a Remote Control (page 652).
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1. Press the learn button on the garage
door opener motor, you have 30
seconds to complete the next two
steps.
2. Return to your vehicle. 3. Press and hold one of the three
HomeLink function buttons you want
to program for two seconds, then
release. Repeat this step. Depending
on your brand of garage door opener,
you may need to repeat this sequence
a third time.
PROGRAMMING THE GARAGE
DOOR OPENER TO YOUR GATE
OPENER MOTOR
Gate Operator / Canadian
Programming
Canadian radio-frequency laws require
transmitter signals to “time-out” (or quit)
after several seconds of transmission –
which may not be long enough for
HomeLink to pick up the signal during
programming. Similar to this Canadian law,
some U.S. gate operators “time-out” in the
same manner.
Note: If programming a garage door opener
or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the
device during the “cycling” process to
prevent possible overheating. 1. Press and release, every two seconds,
your hand-held transmitter until the
HomeLink indicator light changes to a
rapidly blinking or continuously on light.
2. Release the hand-held transmitter button.
3. Press and hold the HomeLink function
button you want to program for two
seconds, then release. You may need
to do this twice to activate the door.
Note: If the indicator light stays on, the
programming is complete.
Note: If the HomeLink indicator flashes
rapidly, repeat Step 3.
Note: If your device still does not operate,
you must program your garage door. See
Programming the Garage Door Opener to
Your Garage Door Opener Motor (page
211).
4. To program additional buttons, repeat Steps 1 – 4.
CLEARING THE GARAGE DOOR
OPENER 1. Press and hold the outer two function
buttons simultaneously for
approximately 10 seconds until the
indicator light above the buttons
flashes rapidly.
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POWER OUTLET – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is there a warning about
something being plugged into the bed
power outlet when I do not have
anything plugged in?
One or more of the bed power outlet
covers may be ajar or broken. Make
sure the generator is off and check the
outlet covers. Select OK on the
instrument cluster display to
acknowledge the warning.
Why can I not shift my vehicle out of
Park (P)? Make sure the bed power outlet covers
are closed and not damaged. Press
OK on the instrument cluster display
to acknowledge the warning to be able
to move the transmission from Park
(P).
What do I do when my instrument
cluster display is malfunctioning and
I cannot acknowledge the warning to
put the transmission in Drive (D). Switch the vehicle off and make sure
nothing is plugged into the bed power
outlet and all outlet covers are closed.
Switch the vehicle on and select OK
on the instrument cluster display to
acknowledge the warning. Have your
vehicle serviced soon.
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Starting the Engine
Turn the key to position III. Release the
key when the engine starts.
PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH
(IF EQUIPPED) Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
pedal.
Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode
When the ignition is off, press the push
button ignition switch once without your
foot on the brake pedal.
All electrical circuits and accessories are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
Note:
Your vehicle has a battery saver
feature that shuts your vehicle off when it
detects a certain amount of battery drain,
or after approximately 30 minutes of
inactivity in accessory mode.
Starting the Engine
With the transmission in park (P), press
the brake pedal and press the push button
ignition switch. An indicator light on the
button illuminates when the ignition is on
and when the engine starts. Note:
The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
Note: A valid key must be inside your
vehicle to switch the ignition on and start
the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH
BUTTON START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure that the parking brake is on.
• Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal. 2. Turn the key to position
III.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
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STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•
Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure that the parking brake is on.
• Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:
The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSH
BUTTON START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure that the parking brake is on.
• Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P). 1. Turn the key to position II.
Note: Wait until the glow plug indicator
turns off.
2. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal. 3. Turn the key to position
III.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Glow Plug Indicator If it illuminates, wait until the
glow plug indicator turns off
before starting the engine.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTON
START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure that the parking brake is on.
• Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
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2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:
The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Glow Plug Indicator The engine does not start until
the glow plug indicator turns off.
This may take several seconds
in extremely cold conditions.
STARTING A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE SYSTEM - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: PUSH BUTTON START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure that the parking brake is on.
• Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.2. Turn the key to position III. Note:
The green ready indicator illuminates
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving. Since your vehicle is equipped
with a silent key start, the engine may not
start when your vehicle starts.
When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases, this
helps to warm up the engine. If the engine
idle speed does not slow down, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
STARTING A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE SYSTEM - VEHICLES
WITH: PUSH BUTTON START
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal. 2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:
The green ready indicator illuminates
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving. Since your vehicle is equipped
with a silent key start, the engine may not
start when your vehicle starts.
When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases, this
helps to warm up the engine. If the engine
idle speed does not slow down, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
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Switching the System On
1. With your vehicle running and the
transmission in park (P), press the
button on the instrument panel. See
Instrument Cluster Indicators (page
176). An indicator lamp illuminates to
confirm the system is on.
2. Switch the ignition off and remove the
key.
When the system is on:
• The power window switches turn off
and the windows remain in their current
state.
• The luggage compartment or liftgate
unlock switch turns off.
Note: When the system is on, you can use
the key blade or the remote control to lock
and unlock your vehicle.
Switching the System Off
• Turn the key to the run position.
• Press the button on the instrument
panel.
Note: If you switch the system off before
switching the ignition to the run position,
your vehicle shuts down. AUTOMATIC ENGINE STOP -
VEHICLES WITH: KEYLESS
ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON
START
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP
Automatic engine stop is a feature that
switches the engine off if it has been idling
for an extended period to help you save
fuel.
HOW DOES AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP WORK
Automatic engine stop turns the engine
off. The ignition also turns off in order to
save battery power. Before the engine
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down. If you do not intervene
within 30 seconds, the engine shuts down.
Another message appears in the
information display to inform you that the
engine has shut down in order to save fuel.
Start your vehicle as you normally do.
SWITCHING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP ON AND OFF
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Switch
30min Max Idle on or off.
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown. If you switch it off,
it turns on each time you switch the ignition
on.
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