ECO mode FORD F150 2023 Repair Manual

WHAT IS BLUECRUISE
BlueCruise keeps your vehicle centered inthe lane and offers a hands-free drivingmode in certain situations when usingadaptive cruise control.
HOW DOES BLUECRUISE
WORK
BlueCruise uses cameras to monitor yourvehicle position within a lane and appliessteering support to keep your vehiclecentered in the lane.
Using the cameras and locationinformation, BlueCruise allows you toremove your hands from the steering wheeland offers a hands-free driving mode incertain areas.
When active, BlueCruise uses a driverfacing camera and infrared lighting tomonitor your eyes and head position todetect if you are distracted. If the systemdetermines you are distracted, it alerts youto return your eyes to the road.
Lighting area.A
Camera.B
Note:When BlueCruise is active, in certaincrash or near crash-like situations, such asan air bag deployment or hitting a roadobstacle, camera data may record throughthe vehicle event data recorder. See EventData (page 30).
Note:No data records under normal drivingconditions.
BLUECRUISE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You are responsible forkeeping your eyes on the road at alltimes. The system is designed to be anaid and does not relieve you of yourresponsibility to drive with due care andattention. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention. Failureto follow this instruction could result inthe loss of control of your vehicle,personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not use the systemwhen towing a trailer. Failure to followthis instruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Obstructions to thedriver facing camera or infrared lightingcould prevent the system from properlyoperating. Keep the camera and lightingareas free from obstruction. Failure tofollow this instruction could result in theloss of control of your vehicle, personalinjury or death.
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The driver-facing camera may not operatecorrectly due to any of the following:
•You have a pre-existing eye condition,such as an eye misalignment, or havehad eye surgery.
•You cover your facial features by amask, hat or other items.
•The lighting conditions changesignificantly.
•You are not in the field of view of thecamera.
•You position or tilt yourself to one side.
•You are moving around extensively.
•You are wearing glasses or sunglassesthat are too dark or reflective.
Note:The system has limited steeringassistance and may not be sufficient for alldriving situations.
Note:In exceptional conditions, such asinclement weather or direct sunlight, thesystem could deviate from the center line.
Note:The information provided by thenavigation map data could be inaccurate orout of date.
BLUECRUISE SETTINGS
Enabling BlueCruise
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Press Cruise Control.
4.Press Lane Centering withHands-Free.
Enabling Activation Prompts
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Press Cruise Control.
4.Press Activation Prompts.
SWITCHING BLUECRUISE ON
AND OFF
Switching BlueCruise On
The controls are on the steering wheel.
Using Activation Prompts
When the prompt appears, pressthe button to switch BlueCruiseon.
The indicator appears in the instrumentcluster. When the system is on, the colorof the indicator changes to indicate thesystem status.
Note:You must enable activation promptsin the touchscreen.
Using Steering Wheel Controls
Using the adaptive cruise controland lateral support buttons,make sure both systems areactive. BlueCruise activates.
Switching BlueCruise Off
Press either the lateral supportor adaptive cruise control buttonwhen system is active or instandby mode.
BlueCruise turns off througheach ignition cycle.
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BLUECRUISE ALERTS
When BlueCruise is providing hands-ondriving or transitioning to hands-on drivingfrom hands-free driving and detects nosteering activity for a certain period of time,the system alerts you with a message inthe instrument cluster to put your handson the steering wheel. After the first alert,the system alerts you with a message inthe instrument cluster and an audiblewarning.
When BlueCruise is providing hands-on orhands-free driving and detects you are notlooking at the road for a certain period oftime, the system alerts you to return youreyes to the road. Depending on where youare looking, the alert can be a message inthe instrument cluster and an audiblewarning.
If you do not react to the warnings,BlueCruise cancels, quickly activates andreleases the brakes, and slows your vehicledown to low speeds while maintainingsteering control.
If your vehicle slows down and you resumecontrol, a message appears to prompt youto press the accelerator pedal to allow thesystem to resume.
Note:If the system detects repeatedinactivity, it disables until the next key cycle.
BLUECRUISE AUTOMATIC
CANCELLATION
When an external condition cancelsBlueCruise, for example, no lane markingsavailable, a tone sounds and a messageappears in the instrument cluster.
If your vehicle starts to slowdown, you must take control ofsteering and press and releasethe button to reactivate BlueCruise.
System cancellation can also occur if:
•The lane becomes too narrow.
•The system cannot detect valid lanemarkings.
•Lane markings cross.
•Your eyes are not on the road or yourhands are not on the steering wheel.
If you have your hands on the steeringwheel and your eyes are on the road whenthe feature is active and a cancellationoccurs, the system sounds a tone anddisplays a cancelled graphic in theinstrument cluster.
If you are not paying attention to the roador your hands are not on the steering wheeland a cancellation occurs, the systemdisplays a message and a tone sounds untilyou resume control. If you do not resumecontrol in time, BlueCruise quickly activatesand releases the brakes, and slows yourvehicle to low speeds while maintainingsteering control. If your vehicle slows downand you resume control, a messageappears to prompt you to press theaccelerator pedal to allow the system toresume.
Note:The system disables until the vehicleis turned off and back on if it detectsrepeated inactivity.
BLUECRUISE INDICATORS
When on, the color of theindicator changes to indicate thestatus.
Gray indicates BlueCruise is on but inactive.
Green indicates BlueCruise is active andapplying continuous steering support.
Blue indicates BlueCruise is active andhands-free driving mode is available.
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•Baja – Loudest setting for off-road useonly. Maximum exhaust noise under alldriving conditions.
•Quiet – Quietest setting for maximumcomfort under all driving conditions.
MyMode
You can use MyMode to createone custom vehicleconfiguration based on thecurrent state of your vehicle.
When you have your vehicle configured toyour desired settings, you can press andhold the button for a few seconds to saveas MyMode.
Double-pressing the button activates yoursaved MyMode.
You can check the saved MyMode settingswith a single press of the button.
You can save the following settings asMyMode:
•Drive mode.
•Steering mode.
•Suspension mode.
•Exhaust mode.
•Four-wheel drive mode.
•Stop and start on or off.
•Rear electronic locking differential onor off.
Note:MyMode can only be set withconfigurations that are available for eachdrive mode. See Drive Modes (page 365).
Note:You can save or view MyMode at anytime, regardless of your vehicle's speed ortransmission selection, as long as yourvehicle is running and it meets systemconditions.
Note:When activating MyMode, yourvehicle must meet all preconditions for thedrive mode and various settings before itactivates. A message appears if it does notmeet system conditions.
DRIVE MODES
BAJA - RAPTOR
For high speed off-road driving.Baja mode optimizes the throttlecontrol for better response andtorque delivery.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel driveauto is not available in baja mode.
Off-road is the default steering andsuspension modes. All steering andsuspension modes are available.
Baja is the default exhaust mode. Allexhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine andtransmission controls to baja mode.
The system tunes the stability and tractioncontrols to baja mode.
The electronic locking differential isavailable at all speeds in four-wheel drive.See Switching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
Note:Using baja mode on dry, hardsurfaces could produce some vibration,driveline bind up, and potential excessivetire and vehicle wear depending on thefour-wheel drive mode selection.
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DEEP SNOW/SAND - LHD 4WD/4X4
For off-road driving on soft, drysand or deep snow. This modeoptimizes accelerator pedalresponse, traction and stability controls tohelp maintain forward momentum. If yourvehicle becomes stuck in deep conditions,use this mode to help get unstuck.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drivelow is selectable in deep snow/sand mode.
The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed,and you can disengage it at any time usingthe button. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon pavement or packed snow. This couldcause driveline bind up and damage thesystem depending on the four-wheel drivemode selection. See Four-Wheel Drive(page 274).
DEEP SNOW/SAND - LHD 4WD/4X4, VEHICLES WITHOUT:RAPTOR PERFORMANCEPACKAGE
For off-road driving on soft, drysand or deep snow. This modeoptimizes accelerator pedalresponse, traction and stability controls tohelp maintain forward momentum. If yourvehicle becomes stuck in deep conditions,use this mode to help get unstuck.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drivelow is selectable in deep snow/sand mode.
The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed,and you can disengage it at any time usingthe button. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon pavement or packed snow. This couldcause driveline bind up and damage thesystem depending on the four-wheel drivemode selection. See Four-Wheel Drive(page 274).
ECO - LHD 4WD/4X4, VEHICLESWITHOUT: RAPTORPERFORMANCE PACKAGE
For efficient driving. This modehelps deliver maximum fuelefficiency and helps to increasedriving range.
Two-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drivelow is not available in eco mode.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
ECO - LHD RWD/4X2
For efficient driving. This modehelps deliver maximum fuelefficiency and helps to increasedriving range.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
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OFF-ROAD
For off-road driving throughsand, loose gravel, mud or mixedoff-road terrain. This modeoptimizes accelerator pedal response,traction and stability controls in order toenhance vehicle performance in off-roadenvironments. If your vehicle becomesstuck in deep conditions, this mode mayassist with helping to get unstuck.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drivelow is selectable in off-road mode.
Comfort is the default steering mode. Allsteering modes are available.
Off-road is the default suspension mode.All suspension modes are available.
Sport is the default exhaust mode. Allexhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine andtransmission control to off-road mode.
The system tunes the stability and tractioncontrol to off-road mode.
The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed,and you can disengage it at any time usingthe button. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285).
Note: Do not use this mode when drivingon pavement or packed snow. This couldcause driveline bind up and damage thesystem depending on the four-wheel drivemode selection. See Four-Wheel Drive(page 274).
ROCK CRAWL - LHD 4WD/4X4
For off-road driving andoptimum rock-climbing. Rockcrawl mode engages theelectronic locking differential, optimizesthrottle response and adjusts transmissionshift points to provide additional controlof your vehicle.
Four-wheel drive low is the only four-wheeldrive mode available in rock crawl mode.
The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed,and you can disengage it at any time usingthe button. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285).
ROCK CRAWL - RAPTOR
For off-road driving andoptimum rock-climbing. Rockcrawl mode engages theelectronic locking differential, optimizesthrottle response and adjusts transmissionshift points to provide additional controlof your vehicle.
Four-wheel drive low is the only four-wheeldrive mode available in rock crawl mode.
Comfort is the default steering mode. Allsteering modes are available.
Off-road is the default suspension mode.All suspension modes are available.
Normal is the default exhaust mode. Allexhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine andtransmission controls to rock crawl mode.
The system tunes the stability and tractioncontrols to rock crawl mode.
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The electronic locking differential engageswhen you select this mode at any speed,and you can disengage it at any time usingthe button. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285).
SLIPPERY - KING RANCH/LARIAT/LIMITED/PLATINUM/TREMOR/XL/XLT, LHD 4WD/4X4,VEHICLES WITH: 2-SPEEDTORQUE ON DEMAND TRANSFERCASE/4HI-LOC TORQUE ONDEMAND TRANSFER CASE/2-SPEED TORQUE ON DEMAND
For less than ideal roadconditions such as snow or icecovered roads. Use this mode forcrossing terrain where loose or slipperymaterials cover a firm surface. Slipperymode lowers throttle response andoptimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive auto is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drivehigh is not available in slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon dry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection.See Four-Wheel Drive (page 274).
SLIPPERY - RAPTOR, 4X4,VEHICLES WITH: 2-SPEEDTORQUE ON DEMAND TRANSFERCASE/4HI-LOC TORQUE ONDEMAND TRANSFER CASE/2-SPEED TORQUE ON DEMAND
For less than ideal roadconditions such as snow or icecovered roads. Use this mode forcrossing terrain where loose or slipperymaterials cover a firm surface. Slipperymode lowers throttle response andoptimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive auto is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drivehigh is not available in slippery mode.
Normal is the default steering, suspension,and exhaust modes. Off-road steeringmode is not available. All suspension andexhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine andtransmission controls to slippery mode.
The system tunes stability and tractioncontrols to slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon dry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection.See Four-Wheel Drive (page 274).
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SLIPPERY - LHD 4WD/4X4,VEHICLES WITH: ELECTRONICSHIFT TRANSFER CASE/ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY
For less than ideal roadconditions such as snow or icecovered roads. Use this mode forcrossing terrain where loose or slipperymaterials cover a firm surface. Slipperymode lowers throttle response andoptimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive high is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drivemodes are selectable in slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon dry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection.See Four-Wheel Drive (page 274).
Note:Depending on your vehicle options,some mode names can appear different ornot at all.
SLIPPERY - LHD RWD/4X2
For less than ideal roadconditions such as snow or icecovered roads. Use this mode forcrossing terrain where loose or slipperymaterials cover a firm surface. Slipperymode lowers throttle response andoptimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 288).
Note:Do not use this mode when drivingon dry pavement. This could cause drivelinebind up and damage the system dependingon the four-wheel drive mode selection.See Four-Wheel Drive (page 274).
Note:Depending on your vehicle options,some mode names can appear different ornot at all.
SPORT - KING RANCH/LARIAT/LIMITED/PLATINUM/TREMOR/XL/XLT, LHD 4WD/4X4, VEHICLESWITH: 2-SPEED TORQUE ONDEMAND TRANSFER CASE/4HI-LOC TORQUE ON DEMANDTRANSFER CASE/2-SPEEDTORQUE ON DEMAND
For sporty driving with improvedperformance handling andresponse. This mode increasesaccelerator pedal response and providesa sportier steering feel. The powertrainsystem holds onto lower gears longer,helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
Four-wheel drive auto is the defaultfour-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drivelow is not available in sport mode.
The system tunes the steering andsuspension to provide a more connectedand spirited driving experience.
The electronic locking differential isavailable below 25 mph (40 km/h). SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285).
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The lane keeping system may not correctlyoperate in any of the following conditions:
•The lane keeping system does notdetect at least one lane marking.
•You switch the turn signal on.
•You apply direct steering, acceleratefast or brake hard.
•The vehicle speed is less than 40 mph(64 km/h).
•The anti-lock brake, stability control ortraction control system activates.
•The lane is too narrow.
•Something is obscuring the camera orit is unable to detect the lane markingsdue to environment, traffic or vehicleconditions.
•Entering or exiting a tight curve whendriving at high speeds.
The lane keeping system may not correctlane positioning in any of the followingconditions:
•High winds.
•Uneven road surfaces.
•Heavy or uneven loads.
•Incorrect tire pressure.
SWITCHING THE LANE
KEEPING SYSTEM ON AND
OFF
To activate the lane keepingsystem, press the button on thesteering wheel.
To deactivate the lane keeping system,press the button again.
Note:When switching the system on or offa message appears in the information andentertainment display to show the status.
Note:The system stores the on or offsetting until manually changed, unless itdetects a MyKey™. If the system detects aMyKey™, it defaults to the last setting forthat MyKey™.
Note: If the system detects a MyKey™,pressing the button does not affect the onor off status of the system. You can onlychange the mode and intensity settings.
SWITCHING THE LANE
KEEPING SYSTEM MODE
The lane keeping system has differentsettings that you can view or adjust usingthe information display.
The system stores the last known selectionfor each of these settings. You do not needto readjust your settings each time youswitch on the system.
To change the lane keeping system mode,use the touchscreen:
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Driver Assistance.
3.Press Lane-Keeping System.
4.Press Lane-Keeping Mode.
5.Select a mode.
Note:The system remembers the lastsetting when you start your vehicle. If thesystem detects a MyKey™, it defaults to thelast setting for that MyKey™.
ALERT MODE
WHAT IS ALERT MODE
Alert mode vibrates the steering wheelwhen it detects an unintended lanedeparture.
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HOW DOES ALERT AND AID MODEWORK
Alert.A
Aid.B
The lane keeping system detects a lanedeparture and provides aid when thevehicles enters B and applies theadditional alert warning if A is entered.
LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
INDICATORS
If you switch the lane keeping system on,a graphic with lane markings appears inthe information display.
When you switch the system off, the lanemarking graphics do not display.
Note:The overhead vehicle graphic maystill display if adaptive cruise control isenabled.
While the lane keeping system is on, thecolor of the lane markings change toindicate the system status.
RedYellowGreenGray
Indicates that thesystem is providingor has just provideda lane keeping alertwarning.
Indicates that thesystem is providingor has just provideda lane keeping aidintervention.
Indicates that thesystem is availableor ready to provide awarning or interven-tion on the indicatedside.
Indicates that thesystem is tempor-arily unavailable toprovide a warning orintervention on theindicated side.
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