warning lights FORD F150 2012 12.G Owner's Manual

WARNING:Remember that even advanced technology cannot
defy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of a
vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive
driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your
vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Activation of the AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem is an indication that
at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road;
this could reduce the operator’s ability to control the vehicle,
potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death. If your AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem
activates, SLOW DOWN.
WARNING:When a failure has been detected with the
AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem, the stability control light will
illuminate steadily. AdvanceTracwith RSCcan be disabled manually
by pressing the stability control off button located on the center of the
instrument panel. When the system is disabled, the stability control off
light will illuminate. If the stability control light still illuminates
steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
Operating your vehicle with AdvanceTracwith RSCdisabled could
lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover,
personal injury and death.
The AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem automatically enables each time
the engine is started. All features of the AdvanceTracwith RSCsystem
(TCS, ESC, and RSC) are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up.
However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires
it.
The AdvanceTracwith RSC
system includes a stability control
off button located on the center of
the instrument panel.
There are two stability control lights
in the instrument cluster. The stability control light in the instrument
cluster will flash if a driving situation causes the AdvanceTracwith
RSCsystem to operate. If the stability control light illuminates steadily,
have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately.
Note:If the system cannot be turned off, refer toMyKeyin theLocks
and Securitychapter for more information.
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FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:For important information regarding safe operation
of this type of vehicle, seePreparing to drive your vehiclein
this chapter.
Note:If 4X4 low is selected while the vehicle is moving above 3 mph
(5 km/h), the 4WD system will not perform a shift. This is normal and
should be no reason for concern. Refer toShifting to/from 4L (4X4
Low)for proper operation.
4WD indicator lights
The indicator lights illuminate in the message center in the
reconfigurable telltale (RTT) location under the following conditions.
Refer toWarning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
•4X2- Momentarily illuminates
when 2H is selected.
•4X4 AUTO- Continuously
illuminates when 4A is selected
(ControlTrac 4WD vehicles only)
•4X4 HIGH- Continuously
illuminates when 4H is selected.
•4X4 LOW- Continuously
illuminates when 4L is selected.
•CHECK 4X4- Displays when a
4X4 fault is present.
Note:When a 4X4 system fault is present, the system will typically
remain in whichever 4X4 mode was selected prior to the fault condition
occurring. It will not default to 4X2 in all circumstances. When this
warning is displayed, have your vehicle serviced by an authorized dealer.
4x2
4x4
AUTO
4x4
HIGH
4x4
LOW
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If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion/freeze protection characteristics of the
engine coolant and may cause engine damage.
•If available, refer to the chart on the coolant container to
ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide
adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
WARNING:If fail-safe cooling activates, pull off the road as
soon as safely possible and turn the engine off. The engine may
automatically shut off while driving without further indication.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•
The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area.
•The mini message center (if equipped) will indicate “Check Gauges”,
refer toWarning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
•Thelight will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
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•The service engine soonindicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
SeeSettingsin theInstrument Clusterchapter for information on
calculating DTE (Distance to empty).
Refilling with a portable fuel container
With the Easy Fuel“no cap” fuel system, use the following directions
when filling from a portable fuel container:
WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuelsystem. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, which could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel
system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system
and its seal and cause injury to you or others.
When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the
funnel included with the vehicle.
1. Locate the white plastic funnel. In
SuperCab and Super Crew vehicles,
it is located under the second row
driver side seat near the spare tire
tool box. On regular cab vehicles,
the funnel is located behind the
driver seat.
2. Slowly insert the funnel into the
Easy Fuelsystem.
3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the
portable fuel container.
4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels
can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose
of the funnel.Do notuse aftermarket funnels; they will not work with
the Easy Fuelsystem and can damage it. The included funnel has been
specially designed to work safely with your vehicle.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Engine oil/coolant change intervals – 3.5L, 3.7L and 5.0L engines
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center: do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, after
initial changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Engine oil/coolant change intervals – 6.2L engine
Engine oil6 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant, after
initial changeEvery 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
Parking brake for proper operation
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag, safety belt) for operation
Washer spray/wiper operation; clean or replace blades as necessary
Scheduled Maintenance
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flash to pass ..............................83
high beam .................................83
replacing bulbs .........................89
turning on and off ....................82
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................68, 71, 73, 76
Hood ..........................................372
I
Ignition .......................278, 419–420
Illuminated visor mirror .............97
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................213
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................405
Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................365–366
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ............................................338
positioning ...............................338
storage .....................................338
Jump-starting your vehicle ......347
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................144
keypad .....................................154
locking and unlocking doors ..156
programming entry code .......154
Keys ...................................136, 157
positions of the ignition .........278L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................82
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................88
daytime running light ...............83
fog lamps ...................................82
headlamps .................................82
headlamps, flash to pass ..........83
interior lamps ...........................86
replacing bulbs ...................89, 93
LATCH anchors .........................220
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........285
Limited-slip axle .......................294
Loading instructions .................262
Load limits .................................255
Locks
autolock ...................................144
childproof ................................148
doors ........................................144
Lubricant specifications ...........415
Lug nuts ....................................346
Lumbar support, seats .....166–167
M
Message center .....................20, 31
english/metric button ...............24
system check button ................24
warning messages ...............24, 39
Mirrors ...............................105–106
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................105
fold away .................................107
heated ....................71, 73, 76, 107
programmable memory ..........150
side view mirrors (power) .....106
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tire grades ...............................234
treadwear ........................233, 238
Towing .......................................263
recreational towing .................276
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ..............270
trailer towing ..........................263
Trailer Brake
Controller-Integrated ................270
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................407
Transmission .............................299
brake-shift interlock
(BSI) ................................295, 297
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................407
fluid, refill capacities ..............415
lubricant specifications ..........415
Turn signal ..................................85
U
Universal garage door opener ..116USB port ......................................60
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................422
Vehicle loading ..........................255
Ventilating your vehicle ...........282
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................377
Water, Driving through .............325
Windows
power .......................................103
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................94
checking and adding fluid .....377
replacing wiper blades ...........377
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