engine FORD F150 2013 12.G Repair Manual

Regular Cab
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
2WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L 3.15 14000 (6350)
3.55 15000 (6804)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 16600 (7530)
3.7L 3.55 10600 (4808)
3.73 11100 (5035)
5.0L 3.31 13500 (6123)
3.55 14900 (6759)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
4WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L 3.31 14000 (6350)
3.55/3.73 15200 (6895)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 16900 (7666)
3.7L 3.73 11100 (5035)
5.0L 3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15100 (6849)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
SuperCab
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
4WD 133” wheelbase
6.2L (SVT Raptor) 4.10 12500 (5670)
2WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L 3.15 14000 (6350)
3.55 15200 (6895)
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SuperCab
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 16900 (7666)
3.7L 3.73 11100 (5035)
5.0L 3.31 13500 (6123)
3.55 14900 (6759)
6.2L 3.55 15500 (7031)
3.73 17000 (7711)
4WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L 3.31 14000 (6350)
3.55/3.73 15400 (6985)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73/4.10 17100 (7756)
3.7L 3.73 11100 (50335)
5.0L 3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15100 (6849)
6.2L 3.55 15600 (7076)
3.73 17100 (7756)
2WD 163” wheelbase
3.5L 3.15 14000 (6350)
3.55 15200 (6895)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
5.0L 3.31 13500 (6123)
3.55 14900 (6759)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
4WD 163” wheelbase
3.5L 3.31 14000 (6350)
3.55/3.73 15400 (6985)
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SuperCab
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73/4.10 17100 (7756)
5.0L 3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15100 (6849)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
SuperCrew
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
2WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L (Limited) 3.73 13300 (6033)
3.5L 3.15 14000 (6350)
3.55 15300 (6940)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 16900 (7666)
3.7L 3.73 11100 (5035)
5.0L 3.31/3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 14900 (6759)
6.2L (Limited) 3.73 13500 (6123)
6.2L 3.55 15600 (7076)
6.2L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
4WD 145” wheelbase
3.5L (Limited) 3.73 13400 (6078)
3.5L 3.31 14000 (6350)
3.55/3.73 15500 (7031)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73/4.10 17100 (7756)
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SuperCrew
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
5.0L 3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15100 (6849)
6.2L (Limited) 3.73 13500 (6123)
6.2L (SVT Raptor) 4.10 14700 (6668)
6.2L 3.55 15600 (7076)
6.2L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
2WD 157” wheelbase
3.5L 3.15 14000 (6350)
3.55 15300 (6940)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17000 (7711)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
5.0L 3.31/3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 14900 (6759)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
6.2L 3.55 15600 (7076)
6.2L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
4WD 157” wheelbase
3.5L 3.31 14000 (6350)
3.55/3.73 15500 (7031)
3.5L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73/4.10 17100 (7756)
3.5L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
5.0L 3.55 13500 (6123)
3.73 15100 (6849)
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SuperCrew
Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb
(kg)
5.0L (Heavy Duty
Payload Package)3.73 15300 (6940)
6.2L 3.55 15600 (7076)
6.2L (MAX Trailer Tow
Package)3.73 17100 (7756)
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
•Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least
1000 miles (1600 kilometers).
•Consult your local motor vehicle laws for towing a trailer.
•See the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment specifications.
•Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. See your
scheduled maintenance information.
•If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions the rental agency
gives you.
For load specification terms found on the tire label and Safety
Compliance label and for instructions on calculating your vehicle’s load,
refer toLoad limitin theLoad Carryingchapter.
Remember to account for the trailer tongue weight as part of the vehicle
load when calculating the total vehicle weight.
Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto the bumper or attaches to the
axle.
Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the total trailer weight is on the
tongue.
Weight-Distributing Hitches
WARNING:Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to any
position where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it
was before attaching the trailer. Doing so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling, and
could result in serious personal injury.
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Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)
The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a ball
with a one inch (25.4 millimeter) shank diameter. The bumper has a
5000 pound (2268 kilogram) trailer weight and 500 pound (227 kilogram)
tongue weight capacity.
If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position, a
frame-mounted trailer hitch must be installed.
Before Towing a Trailer
Practice turning, stopping and backing up to get the feel of the
vehicle-trailer combination before starting on a trip. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
When Towing a Trailer
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles
(800 kilometers).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts
thoroughly after you have traveled 50 miles (80 kilometers).
•When stopped in congested or heavy traffic during hot weather, place
gearshift in positionPto aid engine and transmission cooling and to
help A/C performance.
•Turn off the speed control with heavy loads or in hilly terrain. The
speed control may turn off automatically when you are towing on
long, steep grades.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving down a long or steep hill. Do not
apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less
effective.
•If your transmission is equipped with a Grade Assist or Tow/Haul
feature, use this feature when towing. This provides engine braking
and helps eliminate excessive transmission shifting for optimum fuel
economy and transmission cooling.
•If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac™ with RSC, you may
experience AdvanceTrac™ with RSC activations during typical
cornering maneuvers with a heavily loaded trailer; this is normal.
Cornering at a slower speed while towing reduces the tendency of the
AdvanceTrac™ stability enhancement system to activate.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
In the event your vehicle becomes disabled (without access to wheel
dollies, car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle), it can be
flat-towed (all wheels on the ground, regardless of the
powertrain/transmission configuration) under the following conditions:
•The vehicle is facing forward so that it is towed in a forward
direction.
•The transmission is placed in positionN.SeeAutomatic
transmissionin theTransmissionchapter if you cannot move the
transmission intoN.
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note:Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to
prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Refer to theClimate
Controlschapter.
Follow these guidelines if you need to tow your vehicle behind another
vehicle, such as a motor home. The guidelines are designed to prevent
damage to your vehicle and its transmission after it is hooked-up to the
tow vehicle or tow dolly.
2WD vehiclescannot be towed with any wheels on the ground as
vehicle or transmission damage may occur. The vehicle must be towed
with all four wheels off the ground (i.e. with a car-hauling trailer).
4WD vehiclescan only be towed with all wheels on the ground by
placing the transfer case in its neutral position and engaging the
four-wheel-down towing feature. Perform the steps outlined in the
Four-wheel-down towingsection after positioning your vehicle behind
the tow vehicle and properly securing them together
Four-wheel-down Towing
1. Turn the ignition to the on position. Do not start the engine.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the 4WD switch to 2H.
4. Shift the transmission to positionN.
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To exit four-wheel-down towing and return the transfer case to its 2H
position:
1. With the vehicle still properly secured to the tow vehicle, press and
hold the brake pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to the on position; do not start the engine.
3. Shift the transmission out ofNand into any gear.
4. Release the brake pedal.
•If completed successfully, the instrument cluster displays4X2,
andNEUTRAL TOW DISABLED.
•If the indicator light and message do not display, the procedure
must be performed again from the beginning.
•An audible noise may be heard as the transfer case shifts out of
its neutral position; this is normal.
5. Apply the parking brake, then disconnect the vehicle from the tow
vehicle.
6. Release the parking brake, start the engine, and shift the
transmission to positionDto make sure the transfer case is out of N
(Neutral).
7. If the transfer case will not successfully shift out of positionN,set
the parking brake until the vehicle can be serviced.
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BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires for approximately 300 mi (480 km).
During this time, your vehicle may exhibit some unique driving
characteristics. Avoid driving too fast during the first 1000 mi (1600 km).
Vary your speed frequently and change up through the gears early. Do
not labor the engine. Do not tow during the first 1000 miles (1600 km).
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Fuel economy is affected by several things, such as how you drive, the
conditions you drive under and how you maintain your vehicle.
There are some things to keep in mind that may improve your fuel
economy:
•Accelerate and slow down in a smooth, moderate fashion.
•Drive at steady speeds without stopping.
•Anticipate stops; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
•Close the windows for high-speed driving.
•Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]).
•Keep the tires properly inflated and use only the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
There are also some things you may not want to do because they may
reduce your fuel economy:
•Sudden or hard accelerations.
•Rev the engine before turning it off.
•Idle for periods longer than one minute.
•Warm up your vehicle on cold mornings.
•Use the air conditioner or front defroster.
•Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
•Rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
•Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a trailer.
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•Carry unnecessary weight (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for
every 400 pounds [180 kilograms] of weight carried).
•Add particular accessories to your vehicle (e.g.; bug deflectors,
rollbars or light bars, running boards, ski racks).
•Drive with the wheels out of alignment.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Note:Driving through deep water may allow water into the transmission
and engine causing internal damage. Have the fluid checked and, if water
is found, replace the fluid.
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water
that is higher than the bottom of
the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
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