traction control FORD F150 2017 13.G Owner's Manual

The traction grades, from highest
to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire
’s ability
to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled
conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Temperature A B C WARNING
The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a
tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure. The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B and C,
representing the tire
’s resistance
to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 139. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
Glossary of Tire Terminology
*Tire label: A label showing the
original equipment tire sizes,
recommended inflation pressure
and the maximum weight the
vehicle can carry.
*
Tire Identification Number
(TIN): A number on the sidewall
of each tire providing information
about the tire brand and
manufacturing plant, tire size and
date of manufacture. Also referred
to as DOT code.
*
Inflation pressure: A measure
of the amount of air in a tire.
*
Standard load: A class of
P-metric or Metric tires designed
to carry a maximum load at set
pressure. For example: For
P-Metric tires 35 psi (2.4 bar) and
for Metric
36 psi (2.5 bar).
Increasing the inflation pressure
beyond this pressure will not
increase the tire ’s load carrying
capability.
*
Extra load: A class of P-metric
or Metric tires designed to carry a
heavier maximum load at
42 psi
(2.9 bar). Increasing the inflation
pressure beyond this pressure will
not increase the tire ’s load
carrying capability.
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mph ( km/h)
Letter
rating
168 (270)
W
186 (299)
Y
Note: For tires with a maximum
speed capability over 149 mph
(240 km/h)
, tire manufacturers
sometimes use the letters ZR. For
those with a maximum speed
capability over
186 mph
(299 km/h)
, tire manufacturers
always use the letters ZR.
H. U.S. DOT Tire Identification
Number:
This begins with the
letters DOT and indicates that the
tire meets all federal standards.
The next two numbers or letters
are the plant code designating
where it was manufactured, the
next two are the tire size code and
the last four numbers represent
the week and year the tire was
built. For example, the numbers
317 mean the 31st week of 1997.
After 2000 the numbers go to four
digits. For example, 2501 means
the 25th week of 2001. The
numbers in between are
identification codes used for
traceability. This information is
used to contact customers if a tire
defect requires a recall.
I. M+S or M/S:
Mud and Snow, or
AT:
All Terrain, or
AS:
All Season. J.
Tire Ply Composition and
Material Used:
Indicates the
number of plies or the number of
layers of rubber-coated fabric in
the tire tread and sidewall. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate
the ply materials in the tire and the
sidewall, which include steel,
nylon, polyester, and others.
K. Maximum Load: Indicates the
maximum load in kilograms and
pounds that can be carried by the
tire (affixed to either the door
hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the
door edge that meets the
door-latch post, next to the
driver's seating position), or Tire
Label located on the B-pillar or
the edge of the driver's door.
L. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades:
*
Treadwear: The treadwear
grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified
government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would
wear 1½ times as well on the
government course as a tire
graded 100.
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*Traction: The traction grades,
from highest to lowest are AA, A,
B, and C. The grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet
pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
*
Temperature: The temperature
grades are A (the highest), B and
C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel.
M. Maximum Inflation
Pressure:
Indicates the tire
manufacturers' maximum
permissible pressure or the
pressure at which the maximum
load can be carried by the tire. This
pressure is normally higher than
the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation
pressure which can be found on
the Safety Compliance
Certification Label (affixed to
either the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge
that meets the door-latch post,
next to the driver's seating
position), or Tire Label located on
the B-pillar or the edge of the
driver's door. The cold inflation
pressure should never be set lower
than the recommended pressure
on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have
additional markings, notes or
warnings such as standard load
or radial tubeless.
Additional Information
Contained on the Tire Sidewall
for LT Type Tires
Note:
Tire Quality Grades do not
apply to this type of tire. LT type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P
type tires. These differences are
described below.
A.
LT:
Indicates a tire, designated
by the Tire and Rim Association,
that is intended for service on light
trucks.
B. Load Range and Load
Inflation Limits:
Indicates the
tire's load-carrying capabilities
and its inflation limits.
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BC
BDE142544

USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING
Snow tires must be the same size,
load index and speed rating as those
originally provided by Ford. Use of
any tire or wheel not recommended by
Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally, the use of non-recommended
tires and wheels can cause steering,
suspension, axle, transfer case or power
transfer unit failure. Follow the Ford
recommended tire inflation pressure found
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label (on the door hinge pillar, door latch
post or the door edge that meets the door
latch post, next to the driver seat), or Tire
Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and adversely
affect the way your vehicle handles. Note:
The suspension insulation and
bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
Do not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
• If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
• Conventional link type chains may
contact and cause damage to the
vehicle's wheel house and/or body. •
Do not install chains on the front tires
as this may interfere with suspension
components.
• Only certain snow cables or chains
have been approved by Ford/Lincoln
as safe for use on your vehicle with the
following tires: 245/70R17,
LT245/70R17, 265/70R17 and
265/60R18.
• You should install snow cables or
chains that have been rated as SAE
Class S.
• Install chains securely, verifying that
the chains do not touch any wiring,
brake lines, or fuel lines.
• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) or
less if recommended by the chain
manufacturer while using snow chains.
• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains
rub or bang against your vehicle, stop
and retighten the chains. If this does
not work, remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are
no longer needed. Do not use tire
chains on dry roads.
• Purchase chains or cables from a
manufacturer that clearly labels body
to tire dimension restrictions. The snow
chains or cables must be mounted in
pairs on the rear tires only.
If you have any questions regarding snow
chains or cables, please contact your
Ford/Lincoln authorized dealer.
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TRADEMARKS: This EULA does not grant
you any rights in connection with any
trademarks or service marks of FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates, and third
party software and service providers.
PRODUCT SUPPORT: Please refer to
FORD MOTOR COMPANY instructions
provided in the documentation for the
DEVICES product support, such as the
vehicle owner guide.
Should you have any questions concerning
this EULA, or if you desire to contact FORD
MOTOR COMPANY for any other reason,
please refer to the address provided in the
documentation for the DEVICES.
No Liability for Certain Damages:
EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, FORD
MOTOR COMPANY, ANY THIRD PARTY
SOFTWARE OR SERVICES SUPPLIERS,
AND THEIR AFFILIATES SHALL HAVE NO
LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN
CONNECTION WITH THE USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS
LIMITATION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF ANY
REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL
PURPOSE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
OTHER THAN THOSE THAT MAY BE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED FOR YOUR NEW
VEHICLE.
SYNC® Automotive Important Safety
Information Read and follow
instructions:
• Before using your SYNC® system, read
and follow all instructions and safety
information provided in this end user
manual ("Owner Guide".) Not
following precautions found in the
Owner Guide can lead to an accident
or other serious injuries. General Operation
•
Voice Command Control
: Certain
functions within the SYNC® system
may be accomplished using voice
commands. Using voice commands
while driving helps you to operate the
system without removing your hands
from the wheel or eyes from the road.
• Prolonged Views of Screen:
Do not
access any function requiring a
prolonged view of the screen while you
are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal
manner before attempting to access a
function of the system requiring
prolonged attention.
• Volume Setting:
Do not raise the
volume excessively. Keep the volume
at a level where you can still hear
outside traffic and emergency signals
while driving. Driving while unable to
hear these sounds could cause an
accident.
• Navigation Features:
Any navigation
features included in the system are
intended to provide turn by turn
instructions to get you to a desired
destination. Please make certain all
persons using this system carefully
read and follow instructions and safety
information fully.
• Distraction Hazard:
Any navigation
features may require manual
(non-verbal) setup. Attempting to
perform such set-up or insert data
while driving can distract your attention
and could cause an accident or other
serious injury. Stop the vehicle in a safe
and legal manner before attempting
these operations.
• Let Your Judgment Prevail:
Any
navigation features are provided only
as an aid. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations of local
conditions and existing traffic
regulations. Any such feature is not a
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Recommended Settings for Cooling..........146
Recommended Settings for Heating..........146
Side Window Defogging in Cold
Weather............................................................. 147
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...........................................................203
Home Screen.................................................472
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............317
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................168
In California (U.S. Only).............................301
Information Display Control
.......................83
Information Displays....................................110
General Information........................................... 110
Information Messages
................................126
4WD........................................................................\
140
Active Park............................................................. 127
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 127
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control..............128
Airbag...................................................................... 128
Alarm and Security............................................ 128
Battery and Charging System........................ 129
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 129
Collision Warning System............................... 130
Doors and Locks................................................. 130
Driver Alert.............................................................. 131
Drivetrain................................................................. 131
Engine....................................................................... 131
Fuel........................................................................\
... 132
Keys and Intelligent Access............................ 132
Lane Keeping System........................................ 133
Maintenance......................................................... 133
MyKey...................................................................... 134
Off Road................................................................. 134
Park Aid.................................................................. 135
Park Brake.............................................................. 135
Power Steering.................................................... 136
Pro Trailer Backup Assist................................. 136
Remote Start........................................................ 137
Seats....................................................................... 138
Side-Wind............................................................. 138
Starting System ................................................. 138
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................. 139
Trailer....................................................................... 139Installing Child Restraints.............................17
Child Seats............................................................... 17
Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety
Seats.................................................................... 26
Front Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Regular Cab).................................................... 27
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Crew Cab and Super Cab)...................................... 28
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use) ..................................................... 25
Using Inflatable Seatbelts (Rear Seat Outboard Positions)....................................... 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Except Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)...................................................................... 18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)..................................................................... 20
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 24
Using Tether Straps............................................. 26
Instrument Cluster
.......................................102
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................88
Interior Lamps
.................................................92
Front Interior Lamps........................................... 92
Rear Interior Lamps............................................. 94
Interior Mirror
...................................................99
Auto-Dimming Mirror......................................... 99
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................295 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 295
Jump Starting..................................................... 296
Preparing Your Vehicle.....................................295
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 296
K
Keyless Entry...................................................66 SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 66
Keyless Starting............................................168 Ignition Modes..................................................... 169
Keys and Remote Controls.........................53
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Steering...........................................................243
Electric Power Steering................................... 243
Steering Wheel Lock...................................169
Steering Wheel...............................................80
Storage Compartments............................166
Sunroof See: Moonroof..................................................... 100
Sun Visors
.......................................................100
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................. 100
Supplementary Restraints System.........45 Principle of Operation........................................ 45
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3.........................................................461 General Information.......................................... 461
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.......................521
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................439
911 Assist............................................................... 439
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 441
SYNC™............................................................423 General Information......................................... 423
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................453
T
Tailgate Lock
....................................................69
Tailgate Step.....................................................71
Closing the Step..................................................... 71
Opening the Step................................................... 71
Tailgate..............................................................69
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............381
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................302
Tire Care
...........................................................351
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 352
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 351
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 353
Temperature A B C............................................ 352
Traction AA A B C................................................ 351
Treadwear.............................................................. 351
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........367 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 368
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 368Tires
See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 349
Towing a Trailer
............................................256
Load Placement................................................. 257
Towing Points
...............................................298
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................285
Emergency Towing............................................ 285
Recreational Towing......................................... 285
Towing.............................................................256
Traction Control
...........................................208
Principle of Operation..................................... 208
Trailer Reversing Aids..................................257 Principle of Operation...................................... 258
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™............................ 257
Setting Up Pro Trailer Backup Assist.........258
Troubleshooting................................................. 262
Using Pro Trailer Backup Assist..................... 261
Trailer Sway Control....................................267
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................328
Transmission Code Designation............387
Transmission..................................................186
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 186
Transporting the Vehicle...........................297
Type Approvals
............................................582
RF Certification Logos for Tire Pressure
Monitoring Sensor(s).................................. 582
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™..................................................318
2.7L EcoBoost...................................................... 318
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................320
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L....................319
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L....................321
Unique Driving Characteristics.................174
Universal Garage Door Opener...............160 HomeLink Wireless Control System...........160
USB Port
..........................................................422
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................225 Blocked Sensor.................................................. 230
Changing the Set Speed................................. 228
Detection Issues................................................. 229
Disengaging the System................................. 228
Following a Vehicle........................................... 226
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Hilly Condition and Trailer Tow
Usage................................................................. 229
Low Speed Automatic Cancellation..........229
Overriding the System..................................... 228
Resuming the Set Speed................................ 228
Setting a Speed.................................................. 226
Setting the Gap Distance................................ 227
Switching the System Off.............................. 229
Switching the System On............................... 226
Switching to Normal Cruise Control............231
System Not Available...................................... 230
Using Cruise Control...................................224
Switching Cruise Control Off......................... 225
Switching Cruise Control On and Off.........224
Using Four-Wheel Drive
.............................193
4WD Indicator Lights........................................ 193
Driving Off-Road With Truck and Utility Vehicles............................................................. 196
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles............................................................. 196
Using the 2-Speed Automatic 4WD System............................................................... 194
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD system............................................................... 193
Using Hill Descent Control
........................212
Hill descent modes............................................ 212
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................62
Using Power Running Boards....................78 Automatic Power Deploy.................................. 78
Automatic Power Stow...................................... 78
Bounce-back.......................................................... 79
Enabling and Disabling...................................... 78
Manual Power Deploy........................................ 78
Using Snow Chains.....................................366
Using Stability Control...............................210 AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC™)............................................................. 210
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................444
Accessing Your USB Song Library...............448
Bluetooth Devices and System Settings............................................................ 450
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 444
Media Menu Features....................................... 447
Media Voice Commands................................ 445
USB 2..................................................................... 450Voice Commands for Audio Sources..........451
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
............427
Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu.................................................................. 432
Accessing Your Phone Settings................... 435
Bluetooth Devices............................................. 436
Making Calls......................................................... 431
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............428
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 429
Phone Options during an Active Call..........431
Phone Voice Commands................................ 429
Receiving Calls..................................................... 431
System Settings................................................. 437
Text Messaging................................................... 433
Using Traction Control
..............................208
Switching the System Off ............................. 208
System Indicator Lights and Messages......................................................... 208
Using Voice Recognition...........................425 Audio Voice Commands.................................. 474
Climate Voice Commands.............................. 475
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 425
Mobile App Voice Commands...................... 478
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 477
Phone Voice Commands................................ 475
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands..................................................... 478
System Interaction and Feedback..............426
Voice Settings Commands............................ 479
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)........................303
V
Vehicle Care
..................................................340
General Information......................................... 340
Vehicle Certification Label.......................387
Vehicle Identification Number
...............386
Vehicle Storage............................................346
Battery.................................................................... 347
Body....................................................................... 346
Brakes..................................................................... 347
Cooling system................................................... 347
Engine..................................................................... 347
Fuel system.......................................................... 347
General.................................................................. 346
Miscellaneous...................................................... 347
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 347
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Tires........................................................................\
.
347
Ventilation See: Climate Control.......................................... 141
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............386
Voice Control...................................................82
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators...............105 Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 105
Anti-Lock Braking System.............................. 105
Automatic High Beam...................................... 105
Auto Start-stop................................................... 105
Battery.................................................................... 105
Blind Spot Monitor............................................. 105
Brake System....................................................... 105
Check 4X4............................................................ 106
Cruise Control...................................................... 106
Direction Indicator............................................. 106
Door Ajar................................................................ 106
Electric Park Brake............................................. 106
Electronic Locking Differential...................... 106
Engine Coolant Temperature........................ 106
Engine Oil.............................................................. 106
Fasten Safety Belt............................................. 106
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators.......................... 106
Front Airbag.......................................................... 107
Front Fog Lamps................................................. 107
High Beam............................................................. 107
Hill Descent........................................................... 107
Low Fuel Level..................................................... 107
Low Tire Pressure Warning.............................. 107
Parking Lamps..................................................... 107
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control..........107
Service Engine Soon......................................... 108
Sport Mode.......................................................... 108
Traction and Stability Control....................... 108
Traction and Stability Control Off...............108
Transmission Tow/Haul................................... 108
Washer Fluid Check....................................329
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 341
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 85
Waxing.............................................................342
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 372Wheels and Tires.........................................349
General Information......................................... 349
Technical Specifications................................ 380
Windows and Mirrors...................................95
Windshield Washers.....................................86
Windshield Wipers........................................85 Speed dependent wipers (if
equipped).......................................................... 85
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades................... 331
Wipers and Washers
.....................................85
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