towing FORD F150 2017 13.G Owners Manual

Load Carrying
Load Retaining Fixtures.............................247
Load Limit......................................................248
Bed Access
.....................................................252
Bed Ramps
.....................................................253
Towing
Towing a Trailer
............................................256
Trailer Reversing Aids..................................257
Trailer Sway Control....................................267
Recommended Towing Weights............267
Essential Towing Checks..........................278
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
......285
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................288
Economical Driving
.....................................288
Driving Through Water
..............................289
Floor Mats
......................................................289
Snowplowing................................................290
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................293
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................294
Fuel Shutoff...................................................294
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................295
Post-Crash Alert System
..........................297
Transporting the Vehicle...........................297
Towing Points
...............................................298
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............300
In California (U.S. Only).............................301
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................302
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).......................303
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
........................................................303 Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature....................................................304
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)............................................................305
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)............................................................305
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................307
Changing a Fuse............................................315
Maintenance
General Information
.....................................317
Opening and Closing the Hood...............317
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™.................................................318
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L
....................319
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™................................................320
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L....................321
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................322
Engine Oil Check..........................................322
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................323
Engine Coolant Check................................323
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................327
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................328
Brake Fluid Check
........................................328
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................328
Washer Fluid Check
....................................329
Fuel Filter........................................................329
Changing the 12V Battery.........................329
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................331
Changing the Wiper Blades......................331
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................332
Changing a Bulb
...........................................333
Bulb Specification Chart...........................337
Changing the Engine Air Filter................339
Vehicle Care
General Information
...................................340
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Type Two
1. Place the first programmed key in the
backup slot (A) in the center console,
then press the push button ignition
switch. Insert the first previously
programmed coded key into the
ignition.
2. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep
the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
3. Remove the intelligent access key. Switch the ignition off and remove the
first coded key from the ignition.
4. Within 10 seconds, place a second programmed intelligent access key in
the backup slot. Press the push button
ignition switch. After three seconds but
within 10 seconds of switching the
ignition off, insert the second previously
coded key into the ignition.
5. Wait five seconds and then press the push button ignition switch again.
Switch the ignition from off to on. Keep
the ignition on for at least three
seconds, but no more than 10 seconds.
6. Remove the intelligent access key. Switch the ignition off and remove the
second previously programmed coded
key from the ignition. 7. Place the unprogrammed intelligent
access key in the backup slot and press
the push button ignition switch. After
three seconds but within 10 seconds
of switching the ignition off and
removing the previously programmed
coded key, insert the new
unprogrammed key into the ignition.
Programming is now complete. Verify the
remote control functions operate and your
vehicle starts with the new intelligent
access key.
If programming was not successful, wait
10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.
If you are still unsuccessful, take your
vehicle to an authorized dealer.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM (If Equipped)
The active anti-theft system is designed
to warn you in the event of unauthorized
vehicle entry and is also designed to help
prevent unwanted towing of your vehicle.
You can choose what is monitored by
arming the system in different ways. See
Information Displays
(page 110).
The direction indicators flash and the horn
sounds if the system triggers while the
alarm is armed.
Take all remote controls to an authorized
dealer if there is any potential alarm
problem with your vehicle.
Reduced Guard
(If Equipped)
To monitor the following:
• Doors.
• Hood.
• Tailgate.
Lock your vehicle using the key in the driver
door lock cylinder.
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Full Guard (If Equipped)
To monitor the following:
• Doors.
• Hood.
• Tailgate.
• Movement inside your vehicle.
• Change in vehicle inclination, for
example, unwanted towing.
Lock your vehicle using the remote control
or the power door lock control with the
accompanying door open and then close
all doors.
Note: Do not choose full monitor mode if
movement within the vehicle is likely to
occur or when the vehicle is in transport.
Note: For correct operation of the interior
motion detection system, make sure all
windows are closed prior to arming the
system. This helps prevent accidental alarm
activation due to external influences and
make sure of correct interior motion
detection. Additionally, the interior motion
sensing system will not arm if any door is
ajar.
Arming the Alarm
The alarm is ready to arm when there is
not a key in the ignition. Lock your vehicle
to arm the alarm.
The direction indicators flash once after
you lock your vehicle. This indicates the
alarm is in the pre-armed mode. It fully
arms after 20 seconds.
Disarming the Alarm
Disarm the alarm by any of the following
actions:
• Press the power door unlock button
within the 20-second pre-armed mode.
• Unlock the doors with the remote
control or keyless entry keypad. •
Switch the ignition on or start your
vehicle.
• Use a key in the driver door lock
cylinder to unlock your vehicle, then
switch the ignition on within 12
seconds.
Note: Pressing the panic button on the
remote control stops the horn and direction
indicators, but will not disarm the system.
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Telescoping Mirrors (If Equipped)
This feature lets you extend the mirror
about
3 in (75 mm). It is useful when
towing a trailer. You can manually pull out
or push in the mirrors to the desired
position.
Power-Folding Mirrors
(If Equipped) To fold both mirrors, switch your vehicle
on (with the ignition in accessory mode or
the engine running) and then:
1. Press the control.
2. Press control again to unfold the
mirrors.
Note: Do not stop the mirrors midway
through their movement. Wait until the
mirrors stop moving and press the control
again. The left-hand and right-hand mirrors move
at different rates. For example, one mirror
may stop while the other one continues to
move. This is normal.
Moving the mirrors 10 or more times within
one minute, or repeated folding and
unfolding of the mirrors while holding the
control down during full travel, may disable
the system to protect the motors from
overheating. Wait approximately three
minutes with the vehicle running, and up to
10 minutes with the vehicle off, for the
system to reset and for function to return to
normal.
Loose Mirror
If your power-folding mirrors are manually
folded, they may not work properly even
after you re-position them. You need to
reset them if:
•
The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
• The mirrors feel loose.
• The mirrors do not stay in the folded or
unfolded position.
• One of the mirrors is not in its normal
driving position.
To reset the power-fold feature, use the
power-folding mirror control to fold and
unfold the mirrors. You may hear a loud
noise as you reset the power-folding
mirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat this
process as needed each time the mirrors
are manually folded.
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors
(If Equipped)
This feature lets you position both mirrors
at the same time.
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle
should stay in the normal operating range
(between L and H). If the needle falls
below the normal range, stop your vehicle,
turn off the engine and check the engine
oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is
correct, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At
normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
engine coolant temperature exceeds the
normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as
safely possible, switch off the engine and
let the engine cool.
Fuel Gauge
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will
indicate approximately how much fuel is
left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to
the fuel pump symbol indicates on which
side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is
located.
The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needle
position is normal: •
It may take a short time for the needle
to reach F after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of pavement at the gas station.
• The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the
gauge indicated. This is normal and
depends upon the slope of pavement
at the gas station.
• If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers at 50 mi
(80 km) to empty.
Transmission Fluid Temperature
Gauge
Indicates transmission fluid temperature.
At normal operating temperature, the level
indicator will be in the normal range. If the
transmission fluid temperature exceeds
the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon
as safely possible and verify the airflow is
not restricted such as snow or debris
blocking airflow through the grill. Also,
higher than normal operating temperature
can be caused by special operation
conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or
off-road use). Refer to Special operating
conditions in the scheduled maintenance
information for instructions. Operating the
transmission for extended periods with the
gauge in the higher than normal area may
cause internal transmission damage. You
need to alter the severity of your driving
conditions to lower the transmission
temperature into the normal range. If the
gauge continues to show high
temperatures, see an authorized dealer.
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Settings
MyKey Mileage
Hold OK to Create MyKey
Create MyKey
Select Your Setting
911 Assist
Do Not
Disturb
AdvanceTrac
Max Speed
Speed Minder
Vol. Limiter
Clear MyKeys - Press OK to clear MyKeys
Clear MyKeys
Select Your Setting
Units
Display Setup
Temperature
Tire Pressure
Language
Main menu (Type 2)
• Display Mode
• Trip/Fuel •
Towing
• Off Road
• Settings
Display Mode
Note: Use the arrow buttons to choose between the following display options. Display Mode
DTE
Transmission Temp.
Tire Pressure
Digital Speedometer - Press OK for km/h
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Towing
Note:
Use the arrow buttons to configure different towing setting choices.
Note: Once you select a trailer, it remains active until you set it as no longer active. An active
trailer still accumulates miles even after you physically disconnect it from your vehicle. Towing
Trailer connection status
Trailer Status
BLIS with Trailer Ready/Not Available/Not Setup/Off
Pro Trailer Backup Assist: Ready or Not Setup or Not Calibrated
active trailer name or Default Trailer
accumulated trailer miles
Trailer brake gain
Output
Trailer Sway Control
Trailer
Options
no active trailer
Select Trailer
Programmed trailers
Default TrailerList of named
trailers, No Stored
Trailers - Press OK
to rename
Rename Trailer
Change Trailer Settings
List of named or
default trailers -
Press OK to select
Reset Trailer
Distance
List of named or
default trailers -
Press OK to select
Change BLIS Meas-
urement
List of named or
default trailers -
Press OK to select
Add BLIS Measure-
ment
Name of stored Pro
Trailer Backup
Assist trailer
Change Pro Trailer
Sticker
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Towing
No stored Pro
Backup trailers -
Press OK to select
Name of stored
conventional trailer
Add Pro Trailer
Backup
No stored conven-
tional trailer - Press
OK to select
Select Your Setting
Change Brake Type
Change Brake Effort
List of named
trailers, No stored
trailers - Press OK to
select
Delete Trailer
List of named
trailers or default
trailers - Press OK to
Select
Change Trailer
Setup
New Trailer - Press OK to select
Add Trailer
Select Your Setting
Trailer Brake Type
Trailer Brake Effort
Select Your Setting
Change Trailer
Setup
Pro Trailer Backup
Assist only Supports
Trailers with
Conventional
Hitches. Press OK to
Exit
Conventional
Connection
Checklist
Fifth Wheel
Gooseneck
Off Road
Note: Use the arrow buttons to configure different off road choices.
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Information Display Controls
(Type 3) (If Equipped)
•
Press the up and down arrow buttons
to scroll through and highlight the
options within a menu.
• Press the right arrow button to enter a
sub-menu. •
Press the left arrow button to exit a
menu.
• Press the
OK button to choose and
confirm a setting or messages.
Main menu
You can access the menus using the
information display control. My View
Trip/Fuel
Truck Info
Towing
Off Road
Settings
My View Use the arrow buttons to choose
between the following My View
options.
MyView
Trip 1
Trip/Fuel Screens
Add/Remove
Screens
Configure MyView
Trip 2
Fuel Economy
Fuel History
Navigation/Compass
Auto StartStop
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MyView
Gauge View
Truck Info Screens
Tire Pressure
Digital Speedometer
Engine Information
MyKey Status
Trailer Status
Towing Screens
Trailer Information
Trailer Light Check
Off Road Status
Off Road Screens
Power Distribution
Up/Down moves selec-
tion in the list
Screen Selection 1
- 7
Reorder Screens
Press OK to select
Trip/Fuel Use the arrow buttons to choose
between the following trip and
fuel options.
Trip/Fuel
Trip 1 or 2
Fuel Economy
Fuel History
Navigation
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