FORD F150 2000 10.G Owners Manual

Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 8
Controls and features 20
Seating and safety restraints 97
Starting and driving
Starting 133
Driving 138
Roadside emergencies 175
Servicing
Maintenance and care 197
Capacities and specifications 247
Customer assistance 259
Reporting safety defects 272
Index 273
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Contents
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The following warning may be required by California law:
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
ICONS
Indicates a safety alert. Read the
following section onWarnings.
Indicates vehicle information related
to recycling and other
environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste
cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards
protecting the environment.
Indicates a message regarding child
safety restraints. Refer toSeating
and safety restraintsfor more
information.
Indicates that this Owner Guide
contains information on this subject.
Please refer to the Index to locate
the appropriate section which will
provide you more information.
Introduction
2

WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal
injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its
equipment.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the
first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is
necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.
Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring
obligation.
SPECIAL NOTICES
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a
snowplow, refer to theDrivingchapter.
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package.
Introduction
3

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner's Guide carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an
accident.
Be sure to readDriving off roadin theDrivingchapter as well as the
ªFour Wheelingº supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles.
Notice to owners of F150 5.4L Supercharged ªLightningº vehicles
Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the ªSVT Lightning Truck
Owner's Guide Supplement.º This book contains important operation and
maintenance information.
Introduction
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Notice to owners of the Harley-Davidson F-150
Your vehicle is not designed to be operated off-road.
Due to the low-profile tires provided on your vehicle, it is important that
correct tire pressure is maintained. Correct tire pressure is important to
payload and proper ride and handling attributes. Check your vehicle's
Certification Label for the proper tire pressure levels.
The undercab chrome bars are for decorative purposes only. Do not step
on these bars to enter or exit the vehicle.
Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles
Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the ªNatural Gas Vehicle
Owner's Guide Supplement.º This book contains important operation and
maintenance information.
Introduction
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner's Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAir Bag-Front
Air Bag-SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Tether
Anchorage
Brake SystemAnti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedTraction Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
Power Windows
Front/RearPower Window Lockout
Introduction
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel cap
Introduction
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L
LH H
F
CH
DPRND2CRUISEDOOR
AJARSELECT
RESET
4X4
LOW
RANGE
20406080
00
20
40
60
BRAKEMPHkm/h
THEFT
LOW
FUEL
FUEL DOOR SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
ON
OFFRES
SET
ACCEL
COAST
A
P
PEDALS
Headlamp
control
(pg. 20)Instrument panel
dimmer switch
(pg. 21)
Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 72) Instrument cluster
(pg. 10)Speed control*
(pg. 67)
Driver air bag
(pg. 25)
Parking brake
release
(pg. 141)Hood release
(pg. 198)
Power adjustable
foot pedals*
(pg. 80) Power rear
slider window*
(pg. 22)
* if equipped
Instrumentation
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PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF
OFF ONFLOOR
PANELLO
HI
COOL WARMDEF FLR&
DEF PANEL &
FLOOR OFF
SCAN
BASS TREB BAL FADE
SIDE
EJ
REW FF1 - 2TAPE
AMS
VOL - PUSH ON
SEEK
TUNE
AM
FMCLK
12 3456
FM1ST
Passenger air bag
deactivate switch
(pg. 117) Climate control systems
(pg. 60) Gearshift (includes
overdrive button)
(pg. 146)
Auxiliary power point
(pg. 23)
4WD control*
(pg. 156)Electronic sound system
(pg. 24)
Instrumentation
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Standard instrument cluster
Optional instrument cluster
Low fuel
Illuminates as an early reminder of a
low fuel condition indicated on the
fuel gauge (refer toFuel Gaugein
this chapter for more information).
When refueling, after the light
comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the
advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank. The ignition must
be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also
illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON
position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working.
0
E
L
L
H H
F
CH
DPRND2
CRUISEDOOR
AJARSELECT
RESET
4X4
LOW
RANGE THEFT
FUEL DOOR SERVICE
ENGINE
SOONLOW
FUEL
20406080
00
20
40
60
BRAKE
MPHkm/h
D
L
H
L
H
E
F
C
H
BRAKEPRND2CRUISE DOOR
AJAR
SELECT/RESET
4X4
LOW
RANGE THEFT
FUEL DOOR SERVICE
ENGINE
SOONLOW
FUEL
0MPHRPMX1000km/h
20406080
00
20
40
60
LOW
FUEL
Instrumentation
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