cruise control FORD F150 2013 12.G Owners Manual

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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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
10Introduction
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CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
See theCruise Controlchapter.
INFORMATION DISPLAY CONTROL
Type 1
Type 2
See theInformation Displayschapter.
SET
ON
OFF
RSM CNCL
SETUP
RESET INFO
SET
RESET
INFO
SETUP
ON
OFF RSM CNCL
OK
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Charging System
It will illuminate when the 12–volt battery is not charging properly.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates
a problem with the electrical system or a related component.
Check 4X4
Displays with the message CHECK 4X4 when a four-wheel drive
fault is present. Refer to theInformation Displayschapter for
more information.
Cruise Control (if equipped)
It will illuminate when you switch this feature on.
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard
warning flasher is switched on. If the indicators stay on or flash
faster, check for a burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely
closed.
Electronic Locking Differential
Displays when using the electronic locking differential.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are
driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon
as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the
engine oil level.
Note:Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level
being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
Cruise control lets you maintain a set speed without keeping your foot
on the accelerator pedal.
USING CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Do not use cruise control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Note:Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up or down a
steep hill. Apply the brakes if the vehicle speed increases above the set
speed while driving downhill.
Note:Cruise control will disengage if the vehicle speed decreases more
than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed while driving uphill.
The speed controls are located on
the steering wheel.
Switching Cruise Control On
Press and releaseON.
The indicator will turn on in the instrument cluster.
Setting a Speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Press and releaseSET +.
3. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
The indicator will change colors in the instrument cluster.
SET
ON
OFF
RSM CNCL
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Changing the Set Speed
Note:If you accelerate by pressing the accelerator pedal, the set speed
will not change. When you release the accelerator pedal, you will return
to the speed that you previously set.
•Press and holdSET +orSET –. Release the control when you reach
the desired speed.
•Press and releaseSET +orSET –. The set speed will change in
approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.
•Press the accelerator or brake pedal until you reach the desired
speed. Press and releaseSET +.
Canceling the Set Speed
PressCNCLor tap the brake pedal. You will not erase the set speed.
Resuming the Set Speed
Press and releaseRSM.
Switching Cruise Control Off
Note:You will erase the set speed if you switch the system off.
Press and releaseOFFor switch the ignition off.
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