tailgate FORD F450 SUPER DUTY 2016 Owners Manual

Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit..........................................................11
Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................11
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile CommunicationsEquipment.....................................................13
Export Unique Options..................................13
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................14
Child Safety
General Information.......................................15
Installing Child Seats.....................................16
Booster Seats..................................................24
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation..................................29
Fastening the Safety Belts.........................30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime.............................................................33
Safety Belt Minder.........................................34
Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance................................................36
Supplementary RestraintsSystem
Principle of Operation...................................37
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38
Side Airbags.....................................................43
Safety Canopy™............................................44
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......45
Airbag Disposal..............................................46
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on RadioFrequencies..................................................47
Remote Control...............................................47
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl...........................................................50
MyKey™
Principle of Operation...................................51
Creating a MyKey............................................52
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems.........................................................55
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55
Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................56
Keyless Entry....................................................57
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock...................................................60
Removing the Tailgate.................................60
Tailgate Step.....................................................61
Bed Extender...................................................62
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System........................64
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Audio Control..................................................66
Voice Control....................................................67
Cruise Control..................................................67
Information Display Control.......................67
Heated Steering Wheel...............................68
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TAILGATE LOCK
The tailgate lock can help prevent theft ofthe tailgate.
Insert the ignition key into the tailgate lock.Turn it to the right to lock the tailgate. Turnit to the left to unlock the tailgate.
REMOVING THE TAILGATE
WARNING
Always properly secure cargo toprevent shifting cargo or cargo fallingfrom vehicle, which could result incompromised vehicle stability and seriouspersonal injury to vehicle occupants orothers.
You can remove the tailgate for moreloading room.
Note:Skip to Step 4 if your vehicle doesnot have a rearview camera.
1. Locate and disconnect the rearviewcamera in-line connector. It is underthe pickup box on the right-hand sideof the vehicle near the spare tire.
2. There is a tethered cap on the wireassembly. Install it on the in-lineconnector that remains under thepickup box.
3. Partially lower the tailgate. Carefullyfeed the tailgate harness up throughthe gap between the pickup box andthe bumper and place it out of the wayunder the pickup box.
4. Lower the tailgate.
5. Use a screwdriver to gently pry thespring clip on each connector past thehead of the support screw. Disconnectthe cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.
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7. Lift the tailgate to a 45-degree anglefrom horizontal.
8. Lift the right side off its hinge.
9.Lift the tailgate to an 80-degree anglefrom horizontal.
10.Remove the tailgate from the left sidehinge by sliding it to the right.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate.
TAILGATE STEP (If Equipped)
To reduce the risk of falling:
•Only operate the step when yourvehicle is on a level surface.
•Only operate the step in areas withsufficient lighting.
•Always open the step panel to widenthe step.
•Always use the grab handle whenclimbing on the step.
•Do not use the step with bare feet.
•Make sure the step is clean before use.
•Keep the step load, you plus the load,below 350 lb (159 kg).
Opening the step
Note:Make sure to close and fully latch thestep before moving your vehicle. Never drivewith the step or grab handle open.
1. Lower the tailgate.
2.Pull the yellow lever on the grab handleto the unlock position.
3. Raise the handle upright until you feelit latch and see the lever in the lockposition. You only need to use the leverwhen releasing the grab handle.
4. Rotate the center molding to unlatchthe step. Pull it toward you to extendit.
5.Open the step panel to widen the step.
Note:Do not tow with the step or grabhandle.
Replace the slip resistance tape or grabhandle molding if it appears worn ordamaged.
Closing the step
1. Close the step panel then lift and fullyclose the step into the tailgate.
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2. Move the yellow lever on the grabhandle to the unlock position and lowerthe handle.
BED EXTENDER (If Equipped)
Note:Do not use the bed extender whendriving off road.
Note:Make sure to engage the locking pinsand knobs fully before driving your vehicle.
Note:Make sure to secure all cargo.
Note:Do not exceed 150 pounds (68kilograms) on the tailgate when your vehicleis moving.
Note:Do not keep the bed extender in thetailgate mode when you are not using it forrestraining cargo. Always keep the bedextender in the grocery mode or the stowedposition with the tailgate closed.
Tailgate mode
1. Pull the locking pin toward the centerof your vehicle.
2.Open the latches to release the panels.
3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.Repeat Steps 1-3 on the other side ofyour vehicle.
4. Connect the two panels. Rotate bothknobs one-quarter turn clockwise tosecure the panels.
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5. Make sure to insert the latch rod intothe tailgate hole. Make sure to engageboth sides of the locking pins into theirholes in the pick-up box.
Reverse the steps to store the bedextender.
Grocery mode
Follow Steps 1-4 of the tailgate modeinstructions by rotating the panels awayfrom the tailgate. Close the tailgate.
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The system detects certain objects whilethe transmission is in reverse (R):
•Your vehicle is moving toward astationary object at a speed of 3 mph(5 km/h) or less.
•Your vehicle is not moving, but amoving object is approaching the rearof your vehicle at a speed of 3 mph(5 km/h) or less.
•Your vehicle is moving at a speed ofless than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a movingobject is approaching the rear of yourvehicle at a speed of less than 3 mph(5 km/h).
REAR VIEW CAMERA (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
The rear view camera system is areverse aid supplement device thatstill requires the driver to use it inconjunction with the interior and exteriormirrors for maximum coverage.
Objects that are close to eithercorner of the bumper or under thebumper, might not be seen on thescreen due to the limited coverage of thecamera system.
Back up as slow as possible sincehigher speeds might limit yourreaction time to stop the vehicle.
Use caution when using the rearvideo camera and the tailgate is ajar.If the tailgate is ajar, the camera willbe out of position and the video image maybe incorrect. All guidelines will be removedwhen the tailgate is ajar.
Use caution when turning camerafeatures on or off while in reverse(R). Make sure your vehicle is notmoving.
WARNINGS
When manual zoom is enabled(Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3), the fullarea behind your vehicle will not beshown. Be aware of your surroundingswhen using the manual zoom feature.
The rear view camera system provides avideo image of the area behind yourvehicle.
During operation, lines appear in thedisplay which represent your vehicle’s pathand proximity to objects behind yourvehicle.
The camera is located on the tailgate.
Using the Rear View CameraSystem
The rear view camera system displayswhat is behind your vehicle when you placethe transmission in reverse (R).
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2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
Note:Do not touch the bulb glass.
Note:You cannot separate the bulb fromthe bulb holder.
ReplacingBrake/Tail/Turn/Reverse LampBulbs
Pickup Models
1.Switch all of the lamps and the ignitionoff.
2. Open the tailgate to expose the lampassemblies.
3. Remove the two bolts from the taillamp assembly and carefully pull thelamp assembly from the tailgate pillarby releasing the two retaining tabs.
4.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
Chassis Cabs
1.Switch all of the lamps and the ignitionoff.
2. Remove the four screws and the lamplens from lamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straightout.
Replacing Cargo Lamp and CentralHigh Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs
1.Switch all of the lamps and the ignitionoff.
2. Remove the screws and lampassembly from the vehicle as wiringpermits.
3.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwiseand remove it.
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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive.....................................158
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A/CSee: Climate Control..........................................110About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................169ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes................................................................169Accessories....................................................447Exterior style........................................................447Interior style.........................................................447Lifestyle.................................................................447Peace of mind.....................................................447AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation.............................................11Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................248Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................247Adjusting the Pedals....................................69Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66Airbag Disposal..............................................46Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control..........................................110AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................65Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65Arming the Alarm.................................................65Disarming the Alarm...........................................65Appendices.....................................................472Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87Headlamps On Warning Chime......................87Key in Ignition Warning Chime.........................87Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................88Audio Control..................................................66Media.........................................................................67Seek, Next or Previous........................................67Audio System.................................................317General Information...........................................317Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC..............................................................319
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/Touchscreen Display................................322Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......318Autolamps.........................................................72Autolamps - Programmable ExitDelay.....................................................................72Automatic Climate Control.........................111Automatic Transmission.............................151Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................155If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................156Understanding the Shift Positions of a6–Speed Automatic Transmission.........152Understanding the Shift Positions of the5–Speed Automatic Transmission..........151Understanding your SelectShiftAutomatic™ transmission.........................154Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................240Checking Automatic TransmissionFluid....................................................................241Auxiliary Power Points.................................137110 Volt AC Power Point....................................13712 Volt DC Power Point......................................137Locations................................................................137Auxiliary Switches.......................................448
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Bed Extender...................................................62Grocery mode........................................................63Tailgate mode........................................................62Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232Booster Seats..................................................24Types of Booster Seats......................................25Brake Fluid Check........................................244Brakes...............................................................169General Information..........................................169Breaking-In.....................................................207Bulb Specification Chart...........................252
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California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications - 6.2LV8...................................................................307Specifications.....................................................308
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Rear Seats........................................................122Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)...............................................................................122Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion................122Rear Under Seat Storage (Crew Cab).........123Returning the Seat to the SeatingPosition..............................................................122Rear View Camera.......................................180Using the Rear View Camera System........180Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera...................................180Recommended Towing Weights............193Calculating the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight for Your Vehicle...............................196Refueling..........................................................146Fuel Filler Cap.......................................................147Remote Control...............................................47Car Finder................................................................48Integrated Keyhead Transmitters ..................47Memory Feature...................................................48Remote Start ........................................................48Replacing the Battery.........................................47Sounding a Panic Alarm....................................48Remote Start..................................................116Automatic Settings.............................................116Removing a Headlamp..............................249Removing the Tailgate.................................60Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............261Replacement PartsRecommendation.........................................11Collision Repairs.....................................................11Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs...................................................................11Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................50Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................222Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)...............................................................221
Roadside Assistance...................................212Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance.........................................................212Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance.........................................................212Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance....................................212Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance....................................212Roadside Emergencies...............................212Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................207Running Out of Fuel....................................146
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Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33Safety Belt Minder.........................................34Belt-Minder™........................................................34Safety Belts......................................................29Principle of Operation........................................29Safety Belt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................33Conditions of operation.....................................34Safety Canopy™............................................44Safety Precautions......................................144Satellite Radio..............................................325Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number(ESN)................................................................326Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............326SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service..................326Troubleshooting..................................................327Scheduled Maintenance Record...........462Scheduled Maintenance...........................453Seats...................................................................117Security..............................................................64Settings...........................................................382Clock.......................................................................382Display...................................................................383Settings.................................................................386Sound....................................................................384Vehicle...................................................................384Side Airbags.....................................................43Sitting in the Correct Position....................117Sliding Windows.............................................79Power Sliding Back Window............................79Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................284
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Snowplowing................................................209Engine temperature while plowing..............210Installing the Snowplow.................................209Operating the Vehicle with the SnowplowAttached...........................................................210Snowplowing with your Airbag EquippedVehicle...............................................................210Transmission operation whileplowing...............................................................211Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II).......................12Special Instructions..............................................12Using your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............12Using your Vehicle as a Stationary PowerSource...................................................................13Using your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................4576.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines...................4576.7L Diesel Engine.............................................460Exceptions...........................................................460Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................183Stability Control.............................................174Principle of Operation.......................................174Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................140Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................141Cold Weather Starting (Flexible FuelVehicles Only)..................................................141Failure to Start......................................................141Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................142Important Ventilating Information...............142Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving.................................................................141Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................141Starting and Stopping the Engine.........140General Information..........................................140Steering............................................................184Steering Wheel...............................................66Storage Compartments.............................139SunroofSee: Moonroof......................................................80Sun Visors.........................................................80Illuminated Vanity Mirror..................................80Slide-on-rod..........................................................80
Supplementary Restraints System..........37Principle of Operation.........................................37Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ Applications andServices........................................................346911 Assist...............................................................346SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions &Information (TDI) (If Equipped, UnitedStates Only)...................................................350Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, UnitedStates Only)...................................................348SYNC™ AppLink™.....................................354SYNC Mobile Apps............................................354SYNC™............................................................329General Information.........................................329SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................365
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Tailgate Lock...................................................60Tailgate Step.....................................................61Closing the step.....................................................61Opening the step...................................................61Tailgate..............................................................60Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............303Terrain Response...........................................177Principle of Operation........................................177The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................219Tire Care..........................................................267Glossary of Tire Terminology........................268Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................267Information Contained on the TireSidewall...........................................................269Temperature A B C............................................268Traction AA A B C...............................................267Treadwear.............................................................267Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........284Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.......................................286Understanding Your Tire PressureMonitoring System ......................................286TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.....................................264Towing a Trailer.............................................192Load Placement..................................................192
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