FORD F150 2013 12.G Owners Manual

Introduction 9
Child Safety 17
Child seats...........................................19
Child seat positioning...................................19
Booster seats.........................................21
Installing child safety seats...............................24
Child safety locks......................................36
Safety Belts 37
Fastening the safety belts................................39
Safety belt height adjustment.............................43
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................44
Safety belt-minder.....................................44
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................47
Personal Safety System 48
Supplementary Restraints System 49
Driver and passenger airbags.............................51
Side airbags..........................................58
Safety canopy curtain airbags.............................60
Crash sensors and airbag indicator.........................61
Airbag disposal........................................62
Keys and Remote Control 63
General information on radio frequencies.....................63
Remote control.......................................64
Keys...............................................64
Replacing a lost key or remote control.......................68
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MyKey 69
Settings, MyKey.......................................69
Creating.............................................70
Clearing.............................................71
System status.........................................72
Remote start, MyKey...................................72
Troubleshooting, MyKey.................................72
Locks 74
Locking and unlocking..................................74
SecuriCode™ keyless entry keypad.........................77
Security 80
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system.......................80
Anti-theft alarm.......................................82
Steering Wheel 83
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................83
Steering wheel controls.................................84
Pedals 87
Adjustable pedals......................................87
Wipers and Washers 88
Windshield wipers.....................................88
Rain-sensing wipers....................................88
Windshield washers....................................89
Lighting 90
Lighting control.......................................90
Autolamps...........................................91
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................91
Daytime running lamps..................................92
Front fog lamps.......................................92
Directionindicators ....................................92
Interior lamps........................................93
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Windows and Mirrors 95
Power windows.......................................95
Exteriormirrors.......................................97
Interior mirrors......................................101
Sun visors..........................................101
Moonroof...........................................102
Instrument Cluster 103
Gauges.............................................103
Warning lamps and indicators............................105
Audible warnings and indicators..........................109
Information Displays 110
Controls............................................110
Information messages..................................123
Audio System 132
AM/FMstereo........................................134
AM/FMstereowithCD/MP3 .............................135
MyFord™ system.....................................139
Auxiliary input jack...................................144
USBport...........................................145
Satellite radio information...............................146
Climate Control 149
Manual heating and air conditioning........................149
Dual automatic temperature control........................153
Rear window defroster.................................157
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Seats 159
Sitting in the correct position............................159
Head restraints.......................................160
Manual seats........................................163
Power seats.........................................164
Memory function.....................................165
Rear seats..........................................166
Heated seats........................................170
Heated and cooled seats................................171
Universal Garage Door Opener (If Equipped) 174
Car2Uhome automation system..........................174
HomeLinkwireless control system........................179
Auxiliary Power Points 184
Storage Compartments 187
Center console.......................................187
Starting and Stopping the Engine 188
Ignition switch.......................................189
Engine block heater...................................191
Fuel and Refueling 193
Fuel quality.........................................194
Refueling...........................................197
Fuel consumption.....................................198
Transmission 203
Automatic transmission.................................203
Hill start assist.......................................211
Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 212
Four wheel drive.....................................212
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Brakes 226
Brakes.............................................226
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................227
Parking brake........................................227
Traction Control 228
TractionControl™ ....................................228
Stability Control 229
AdvanceTrac.......................................230
Terrain Response 232
Hill descent control...................................232
Parking Aids 234
Sensing system.......................................234
Rear-view camera system...............................236
Cruise Control 240
Driving Aids 242
Steering............................................242
Load Carrying 244
Vehicle loading.......................................244
Tailgate............................................251
Towing 259
Trailertowing........................................259
Trailer brake controller-integrated.........................268
Wrecker towing......................................274
Recreational towing...................................275
Driving Hints 278
Economical driving....................................278
Floormats..........................................280
Snowplowing........................................281
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Roadside Emergencies 285
Getting roadside assistance..............................285
Hazard warning flashers................................286
Fuel cut-off switch....................................286
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................287
Customer Assistance 290
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................297
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................297
Fuses 298
Changing a fuse......................................298
Fuse specification chart................................299
Maintenance 309
General information...................................309
Opening and closing the hood............................310
Under hood overview..................................311
Engine oil dipstick....................................315
Engine oil check......................................315
Engine coolant check..................................316
Automatic transmission fluid check........................322
Brake fluid check.....................................323
Power steering fluid check..............................323
Fuel filter...........................................323
Washer fluid check....................................324
Battery ............................................324
Checking the wiper blades..............................327
Air filter(s).........................................328
Adjusting the headlamps................................331
Changing a bulb......................................333
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Vehicle Care 339
Cleaning products.....................................339
Cleaning the exterior..................................339
Waxing.............................................341
Repairing minor paint damage............................341
Cleaning the engine...................................341
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................342
Cleaning the interior...................................342
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......343
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................346
Vehiclestorage.......................................347
Wheels and Tires 350
Tire care...........................................353
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...................369
Changing a road wheel.................................375
Technical specifications.................................383
Wheel lug nut torque..................................383
Capacities and Specifications 384
Engine specifications..................................384
Engine drivebelt......................................385
Part numbers........................................392
Vehicle identification number............................393
Vehicle certification label...............................394
Transmission code designation............................394
Accessories 395
Accessories.........................................395
Ford Extended Service Plan 398
Scheduled Maintenance 401
Normal scheduled maintenance and log.....................406
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SYNC423
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................428
911 Assist™.........................................442
Vehicle Health Report..................................444
MyFord Touch(If Equipped) 469
Privacy Information...................................474
Voice recognition.....................................474
Listening to music....................................480
Phone features.......................................501
Information Menu.....................................507
Settings............................................519
Climatefeatures......................................530
Navigation system.....................................533
Appendices 545
Index 563
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as right or left,
which is determined by the side of the vehicle based on sitting in the
seat.
A. Right
B. Left
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
A
B
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
C hild seat
tether anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive gasFan warning
Fasten safety
beltFront airbagFront fog
lamps
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