tailgate FORD SUPER DUTY 2014 3.G Owners Manual

Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential.............................156
Electronic Locking Differential................156
Brakes
General Information
....................................158
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes...........................................................158
Parking Brake.................................................159
Hill Start Assist..............................................159
Traction Control
Principle of Operation..................................161
Using Traction Control
.................................161
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................163
Using Stability Control...............................163
Terrain Response
Principle of Operation................................166
Using Hill Descent Control........................166
Parking Aids
Parking Aid......................................................168
Rear View Camera.......................................169
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation
.................................172
Using Cruise Control....................................172
Driving Aids
Steering
.............................................................173
Load Carrying
Load Limit
........................................................174
Tailgate..............................................................181 Towing
Towing a Trailer
.............................................185
Trailer Sway Control....................................186
Recommended Towing Weights
............186
Essential Towing Checks...........................187
Towing Points
................................................194
Transporting the Vehicle............................195
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......196
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................198
Economical Driving
......................................198
Driving Through Water...............................199
Floor Mats.......................................................199
Snowplowing................................................200
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
..................................203
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................204
Fuel Shutoff
..................................................204
Jump-Starting the Vehicle
.......................204
Post-Crash Alert System
..........................206
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need...............207
In California (U.S. Only)............................208
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................209
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).......................209
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................210
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................211
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................211
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................212
Fuses
Changing a Fuse
............................................213
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Coverage area of up to 6 feet
(1.8 meters) from the rear
bumper. There is decreased
coverage area at the outer
corners of the bumper.
A
The system detects certain objects while
the transmission is in R (Reverse):
• and moving toward a stationary object
at a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less
• but not moving, and a moving object is
approaching the rear of the vehicle at
a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less
The system can be switched off through
the information display. If a fault is present
in the system, a warning message appears
in the information display and does not
allow the driver to switch the faulted
system on.
REAR VIEW CAMERA (IF EQUIPPED) WARNINGS
The rear view camera system is a
reverse aid supplement device that
still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and exterior
mirrors for maximum coverage. Objects that are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the
bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system. WARNINGS
Back up as slow as possible since
higher speeds might limit your
reaction time to stop the vehicle.
Use caution when using the rear
video camera and the liftgate is ajar.
If the liftgate is ajar, the camera will
be out of position and the video image may
be incorrect. All guidelines (if enabled)
have been removed when the liftgate is
ajar. Use caution when turning camera
features on or off while in R
(Reverse). Make sure the vehicle is
not moving. The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind the vehicle.
During operation, lines appear in the
display which represent your vehicle
’s path
and proximity to objects behind the vehicle. The camera is located on the tailgate.
Using the Rear View Camera
System
The rear view camera system displays
what is behind your vehicle when you place
the transmission in R (Reverse).
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be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.
You will need to reduce the load
weight by at least 240 pounds
(104 kilograms). If you remove
three 100-pound (45-kilogram)
cement bags, then the load
calculation would be:1400 - (2 x
220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -
900 = 60 pounds. Now you have
the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.
The above calculations also
assume that the loads are
positioned in your vehicle in a
manner that does not overload
the Front or the Rear Gross Axle
Weight Rating specified for your
vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification Label. The label shall
be 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.
Special Loading Instructions
for Owners of Pick-up Trucks
and Utility-type Vehicles WARNING
Loaded vehicles may handle
differently than unloaded
vehicles. Extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased
stopping distance, should be
taken when driving a heavily
loaded vehicle. Your vehicle can haul more cargo
and people than most passenger
cars. Depending upon the type
and placement of the load,
hauling cargo and people may
raise the center of gravity of the
vehicle.
TAILGATE
Tailgate Lock
The tailgate lock can help prevent theft of
the tailgate.
Insert the ignition key into the tailgate lock.
Turn it to the right to lock the tailgate. Turn
it to the left to unlock the tailgate.
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Tailgate Removal
WARNING
Always properly secure cargo to
prevent shifting cargo or cargo falling
from vehicle, which could result in
compromised vehicle stability and serious
personal injury to vehicle occupants or
others. You can remove the tailgate for more
loading room.
Note:
Skip to Step 4 if your vehicle does
not have a rearview camera. 1. Locate and disconnect the rearview
camera in-line connector. It is under
the pickup box on the right-hand side
of the vehicle near the spare tire.
2. There is a tethered cap on the wire assembly. Install it on the in-line
connector that remains under the
pickup box.
3. Partially lower the tailgate. Carefully feed the tailgate harness up through
the gap between the pickup box and
the bumper and place it out of the way
under the pickup box.
4. Lower the tailgate. 5. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the
spring clip on each connector past the
head of the support screw. Disconnect
the cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.
7. Lift the tailgate to a 45-degree angle from horizontal.
8. Lift the right side off its hinge.
9. Lift the tailgate to an 80-degree angle
from horizontal.
10. Remove the tailgate from the left side
hinge by sliding it to the right.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate.
Tailgate Step (If Equipped)
Use the step to make entering the truck
bed easier.
To reduce the risk of falling:
• Only operate the step when your
vehicle is on a level surface.
• Only operate the step in areas with
sufficient lighting.
• Always open the step panel to widen
the step.
• Always use the grab handle when
climbing 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 pounds (159 kilograms).
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Opening the Step
Note:
Make sure to close and fully latch the
step before moving your vehicle. Never drive
with the step or grab handle open.
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Pull the yellow lever on the grab handle
to the unlock position. 3. Raise the handle upright until you feel
it latch and see the lever in the lock
position. You only need to use the lever
when releasing the grab handle. 4. Rotate the center molding to unlatch
the step. Pull it toward you to extend
it.
5. Open the step panel to widen the step.
Note: Do not tow with the step or grab
handle. Replace the slip resistance tape or grab
handle molding if it appears worn or
damaged.
Closing the Step
1. Close the step panel then lift and fully
close the step into the tailgate.
2. Move the yellow lever on the grab handle to the unlock position and lower
the handle.
Bed Extender (If Equipped)
Note: Do not use the bed extender when
driving off road.
Note: Make sure to engage the locking pins
and knobs fully before driving your vehicle.
Note: Make sure to secure all cargo.
Note: Do not exceed 150 pounds (68
kilograms) on the tailgate when your vehicle
is moving.
Note: Do not keep the bed extender in the
tailgate mode when you are not using it for
restraining cargo. Always keep the bed
extender in the grocery mode or the stowed
position with the tailgate closed.
Tailgate Mode 1. Pull the locking pin toward the center
of your vehicle.
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2.
Open the latches to release the panels. 3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.
Repeat Steps 1-3 on the other side of
your vehicle. 4. Connect the two panels. Rotate both
knobs one-quarter turn clockwise to
secure the panels. 5. Make sure to insert the latch rod into
the tailgate hole. Make sure to engage
both sides of the locking pins into their
holes in the pick-up box.
Reverse the steps to store the bed
extender.
Grocery Mode Follow Steps 1-4 of the tailgate mode
instructions by rotating the panels away
from the tailgate. Close the tailgate.
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Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If
Equipped
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog
lamp by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb.
4. Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing
Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp
Bulbs
Pickup Models 1.
Make sure the headlamps are off, then
open the tailgate to expose the lamp
assemblies 2. Remove the two bolts from the tail
lamp assembly and carefully pull the
lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar
by releasing the two retaining tabs.
3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Chassis Cabs 1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Remove the four screws and the lamp
lens from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-
mount Brake Lamp Bulbs 241
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Speed Control
See: Cruise Control............................................. 172
Stability Control............................................163
Principle of Operation....................................... 163
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 129
Starting a Gasoline Engine.......................130 Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel
Vehicles Only)................................................. 130
Failure to Start..................................................... 130
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................131
Important Ventilating Information................131
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving............................................................... 130
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 130
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........129 General Information.......................................... 129
Steering.............................................................173
Steering Wheel...............................................59
Storage Compartments.............................128
Sunroof See: Moonroof........................................................ 72
Sun Visors
..........................................................72
Illuminated Vanity Mirror.................................... 72
Slide-on-rod........................................................... 72
Supplementary Restraints System.........35 Principle of Operation......................................... 35
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......327 911 Assist................................................................ 327
SYNC AppLink..................................................... 333
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI)......................................... 330
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 329
SYNC™.............................................................312 General Information........................................... 312
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................342
T
Tailgate..............................................................181 Bed Extender........................................................ 183
Tailgate Lock......................................................... 181
Tailgate Removal................................................ 182
Tailgate Step........................................................ 182
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............292 Terrain Response
..........................................166
Principle of Operation...................................... 166
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)......................209
Tire Care
..........................................................256
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 257
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 256
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 258
Temperature A B C............................................. 257
Traction AA A B C.............................................. 256
Treadwear............................................................ 256
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........273 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System........................................ 274
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ....................................... 275
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 254
Towing a Trailer
.............................................185
Load Placement................................................. 185
Towing Points................................................194
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................196
Emergency Towing............................................ 196
Recreational Towing......................................... 196
Towing..............................................................185
Traction Control
.............................................161
Principle of Operation........................................ 161
Trailer Sway Control....................................186
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................233
Transmission Code Designation............295
Transmission..................................................140
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 140
Transporting the Vehicle
............................195
U
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................223
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................224
Universal Garage Door Opener
................118
CAR2U® Home Automation System...........118
HomeLink Wireless Control System.............121
USB Port
............................................................311
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