transfer case fluid FORD F150 2023 Owners Manual

Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 5.2L...............................609
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 2.7L EcoBoost™........610
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.3L..................................611
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.5L Ecoboost™........612
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.5L, Hybrid ElectricVehicle (HEV)...........................................613
Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 5.0L................................614
Washer Fluid Specification......................614
Brake Fluid Specification..........................615
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification.............................................616
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Raptor...........................616
Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification.............................................617
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification.............................................618
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Raptor...........................618
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Police Responder......619
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number..............620
Connected Vehicle
What Is a Connected Vehicle..................621
Connected Vehicle Requirements.........621
Connected Vehicle Limitations..............621
Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork.......................................................621
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-FiNetwork.......................................................621
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................................................622
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.........624
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password................................624
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Troubleshooting........................................................................625
Audio System
Audio System Precautions.....................626
Identifying the Audio Unit.......................626
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off........................................................................626
Selecting the Audio Source....................626
Playing or Pausing the Audio Source........................................................................626
Adjusting the Volume................................627
Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off........................................................................627
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off........................................................................627
Setting a Memory Preset.........................627
Muting the Audio.........................................627
Adjusting the Sound Settings................627
Setting the Clock and Date....................628
AM/FM Radio...............................................628
Switching the Display On and Off.......629
Digital Radio.................................................629
Satellite Radio.............................................630
Audio System – Troubleshooting.........633
Center Display Overview
Center Display Precautions.....................637
Center Display Limitations......................637
Status Bar......................................................637
Feature Bar...................................................638
Information On Demand Screen..........638
Rebooting the Center Display...............639
Voice Interaction
Ford Assistant.............................................640
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TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
1.5 qt (1.4 L)Four-wheel drive (Electronic shift on theFly).
1.5 qt (1.4 L)Automatic four-wheel drive (Torque ondemand).
1.9 qt (1.8 L)Two-speed automatic four-wheel drive(Mechanical lock).
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid(U.S.)Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LVMotorcraft®(Canada)XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION - RAPTOR
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
1.9 qt (1.8 L)Two-speed four-high lock (Torque ondemand).
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Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.2Every 60,000 mi(96,600 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).2Every 60,000 mi(96,600 km)
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).2Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).3
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Change the front axle fluid.4
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the transfer case fluid.4
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant.5At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Only for vehicles with pickup bed power outlet.3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.4 Four-wheel drive vehicles only.5 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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Driver Training/EVOC
Replace engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the extreme usagescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect brake pads, rotors, calipers, hoses, and service asrequired.
Inspect engine oil level.Inspect vehicle every dayprior to starting trainingSet tire pressure. Refer to driver door placard for cold tirepressure information.
Inspect tire quality for wear.
Set wheel lug nut torque. The cold wheel lug nut torqueis 150 lb.ft (204 Nm). If wheels are torqued while they arehot (after 15 minutes of EVOC driving), torque may bechecked to hot wheel lug nut torque of 70 lb.ft (95 Nm).
Proper functioning of safety devices (seat belts, no air baglights, etc.)
Front differential/axle fluid. Check front hub / bearing bolttorque to 130 lb.ft (175 Nm).25 hours of training use
Rear differential/axle fluid.100 hours of training use
Change transmission and transfer case fluids.Annually
Note:Follow base owner guide directionfor 1,000-mile vehicle break-in prior to usingvehicle for training purposes.
Note:Incorporate vehicle cool-down afterhard driving.
Note:Perform Training / EVOC serviceaccording to the extreme usage scheduledmaintenance chart.
Note:Use police responder part numbersfor replacement parts.
Engine Idle Hour Meter
Your vehicle may have an idle meter toindicate how much time the vehicle hasbeen sitting in park (P) or neutral (N). Themeter is incorporated with the vehicleodometer. Depressing the odometer-resetbutton once displays the trip odometer(miles [kilometers] following by a "T" fortrip odometer); depressing theodometer-reset button a second timedisplays the idle meter (hours following byan "H" for hours). The idle meter onlyaccumulates time while the vehicle is inpark (P) or neutral (N). Displayed time iscumulative for the vehicle and cannot bereset to zero. Police vehicles often
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experience long periods of idling, duringwhich engine oil continues to break downbut distance is not accumulated on theodometer. Engine Idle Hours have beenincorporated into the Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicles, axle(s) andtransfer case fluid changes or level checksare not required unless a leak is suspectedor the assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company urges youto have all recommended maintenanceservices performed at the specifiedintervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using an oilthat meets our specification or has anAmerican Petroleum Institute certified forgasoline engines (certification mark) oil,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(4,800 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - RAPTOR
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the oil changerequired message appearing in theinformation display.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has not comeon, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi(48,000 km), for example, the oilchange reminder was reset at25,000 mi (40,000 km). Perform theengine air filter replacement.
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Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
Off-Road Driving
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician. Examples offrequent conditions that would qualify are:
•Example 1: Continuous deep sand ordune driving for more than 25 minutesin a 4-wheel drive state using morethan 50% throttle at elevated ambienttemperatures (above 90°F (32°C).
•Example 2: Continuous off-road highspeed (above 55 mph (88.5 km/h) orconsistently using more than 50%throttle) desert running operation formore than 60 minutes in a 4-wheeldrive state at elevated ambienttemperatures (above 90°F (32°C).
•Example 3: Continuous on-road highspeed driving (90 mph (145 km/h) ormore) for more than 30 minutes in a4-wheel drive state at elevatedambient temperatures (above 90°F(32°C).
Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and the U-joints.Lubricate grease fittings, if applicable.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the engine air filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six monthsEvery 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and the measurethe tread depth.
Change the Front Axle Fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or two yearsChange the Transfer Case Fluid.
1Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See Resettingthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 506).
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicle's axle(s) andtransfer case, fluid changes or level checksare not required unless a leak is suspectedor the assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company urges youto have all recommended maintenanceservices performed at the specifiedintervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using an oilthat meets our specification or has anAmerican Petroleum Institute certified forgasoline engines (certification mark) oil,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(4,800 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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Towing Weights and Dimensions...........421Calculating the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight for Your Vehicle..............................422Recommended Towing Weights...................421What Is the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight...............................................................422Towing Your Vehicle Precautions..........485Towing Your Vehicle...................................485Towing Your Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................487Towing Your Vehicle –Troubleshooting........................................487Towing Your Vehicle – InformationMessages.........................................................487Traction Control Indicator.........................307Traction Control...........................................307Traction Control – Troubleshooting...........308Traction Control –Troubleshooting.......................................308Traction Control – InformationMessages........................................................308Trail Control Indicators...............................313Trail Control Limitations.............................312Trail Control.....................................................312Trail Control – Troubleshooting....................315Trail One Pedal Drive.........................................313Trail One Pedal Drive –Troubleshooting.............................................314Trail Control – Troubleshooting..............315Trail Control – Information Messages........315Trailer Backup AssistancePrecautions.................................................439Trailer Backup Assistance........................439Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistancefor a Conventional Trailer..........................439Trailer Backup Assistance –Troubleshooting............................................447Trailer Backup Assistance –Troubleshooting........................................447Trailer Backup Assistance – FrequentlyAsked Questions..........................................450Trailer Backup Assistance – InformationMessages.........................................................447Trailer Brake Precautions..........................418Trailer Hitching AssistanceIndicators.....................................................433Trailer Hitching AssistanceLimitations..................................................432
Trailer Hitching AssistancePrecautions..................................................431Trailer Hitching Assistance........................431Trailer Lighting Check.................................416Trailer Reverse GuidancePrecautions.................................................454Trailer Reverse Guidance..........................454Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for aConventional Trailer....................................454Trailer Reverse Guidance –Troubleshooting...........................................460Trailer Reverse Guidance –Troubleshooting.......................................460Trailer Reverse Guidance – FrequentlyAsked Questions...........................................462Trailer Reverse Guidance – InformationMessages........................................................460Trailer Sway Control Precautions..........430Trailer Sway Control...................................430Trailer Towing Hints.....................................419Trailer Towing Navigation.........................656Trail One Pedal Drive...................................313Switching Trail One Pedal Drive On andOff........................................................................313Trail One Pedal Drive Indicators....................314Trail One Pedal Drive Limitations.................313Trail One Pedal Drive Precautions................313What Is Trail One Pedal Drive.........................313Trail One Pedal Drive –Troubleshooting.........................................314Trail One Pedal Drive – InformationMessages..........................................................314Trail Turn Assist Indicators........................316Trail Turn Assist Limitations.....................316Trail Turn Assist Precautions....................316Trail Turn Assist.............................................316Trail Turn Assist – Troubleshooting..............317Trail Turn Assist –Troubleshooting..........................................317Trail Turn Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions..........................................................317Trail Turn Assist – InformationMessages...........................................................317Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Raptor.............................616Transfer Case Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................616
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