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Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary.............................................8
Data Recording
................................................10
California Proposition 65
.............................12
Perchlorate.........................................................12
Ford Credit
.........................................................12
Replacement Parts Recommendation.......................................12
Special Notices
................................................13
Mobile Communications Equipment.....................................................14
Export Unique Options
.................................14
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................16
Child Safety
General Information.......................................17
Installing Child Restraints
............................18
Booster Seats..................................................30
Child Restraint Positioning.........................32
Child Safety Locks..........................................33
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation..................................35
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................36
Seatbelt Height Adjustment.....................40
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime.............................................................40
Seatbelt Reminder.........................................41
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance................................................42
Seatbelt Extension
........................................43
Supplementary Restraints System
Principle of Operation..................................44
Driver and Passenger Airbags
...................45
Side Airbags
.....................................................50 Safety Canopy
™
..............................................51
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
........52
Airbag Disposal
...............................................53
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies..................................................54
Remote Control..............................................54
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control...........................................................60
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation...................................61
Creating a MyKey
............................................62
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................63
Checking MyKey System Status...............63
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems.........................................................64
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................64
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking
.................................65
Keyless Entry....................................................67
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock....................................................70
Removing the Tailgate
.................................70
Tailgate Step
.....................................................71
Bed Extender
....................................................72
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................74
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................76
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards....................78
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................80
Audio Control
...................................................81
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Voice Control...................................................82
Cruise Control..................................................82
Information Display Control
.......................82
Heated Steering Wheel
................................82
Pedals
Adjusting the Pedals
.....................................83
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers........................................84
Autowipers
.......................................................84
Windshield Washers
.....................................85
Lighting
General Information.....................................86
Lighting Control..............................................86
Autolamps........................................................87
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................88
Daytime Running Lamps............................88
Automatic High Beam Control.................89
Front Fog Lamps............................................90
Direction Indicators
.......................................90
Spot Lamps
.......................................................91
Interior Lamps..................................................91
Ambient Lighting
...........................................94
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows
.............................................95
Global Opening
..............................................96
Exterior Mirrors
................................................96
Interior Mirror
...................................................98
Sliding Windows............................................99
Sun Visors
.........................................................99
Moonroof........................................................100
Instrument Cluster
Gauges ..............................................................
102
Warning Lamps and Indicators...............105
Audible Warnings and Indicators............110 Information Displays
General Information
......................................111
Information Messages
................................128
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control
.............................145
Automatic Climate Control
......................146
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate.........................................................148
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................150
Cabin Air Filter
.................................................151
Remote Start...................................................151
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position
..................152
Head Restraints
.............................................152
Manual Seats
.................................................154
Power Seats
....................................................155
Memory Function
..........................................157
Rear Seats.......................................................159
Heated Seats.................................................160
Climate Controlled Seats...........................161
Front Seat Armrest......................................162
Rear Seat Armrest........................................163
Universal Garage Door Opener
Universal Garage Door Opener...............164
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points...............................168
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................170
Overhead Console
........................................170
Under Seat Storage.....................................170
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Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information.....................................173
Ignition Switch
................................................173
Keyless Starting.............................................174
Starting a Gasoline Engine - 6.2L/ 6.8L................................................................174
Starting a Diesel Engine - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................176
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................180
Switching Off the Engine - 6.7L Diesel............................................................180
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................181
Engine Block Heater.....................................181
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions
......................................183
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................184
Fuel Quality - E85........................................184
Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................185
Running Out of Fuel....................................188
Selective Catalytic Reduction System - Diesel............................................................188
Refueling - Gasoline....................................192
Refueling - Diesel.........................................193
Fuel Consumption.......................................195
Emission Control System - Gasoline
......197
Emission Control System - Diesel.........199
Transmission
Automatic Transmission
..........................205
Power Take-Off
...........................................209
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................210
Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential.............................219
Electronic Locking Differential................219 Brakes
General Information.....................................221
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................222
Parking Brake.................................................222
Hill Start Assist
.............................................223
Traction Control
Principle of Operation................................225
Using Traction Control...............................225
Stability Control
Principle of Operation
................................226
Using Stability Control...............................227
Terrain Response
Principle of Operation
................................229
Using Hill Descent Control.......................229
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation.................................231
Rear Parking Aid
............................................231
Rear View Camera
.......................................232
360 Degree Camera...................................235
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation................................239
Using Cruise Control...................................239
Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............240
Driving Aids
Lane Keeping System.................................247
Blind Spot Information System.............249
Cross Traffic Alert
........................................254
Steering...........................................................256
Collision Warning System
........................258
Load Carrying
Load Limit
........................................................261
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Bed Ramps....................................................265
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................268
Trailer Reversing Aids
.................................269
Trailer Sway Control
....................................277
Recommended Towing Weights............277
Essential Towing Checks...........................281
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......289
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................290
Economical Driving
.....................................290
Driving Through Water................................291
Floor Mats........................................................291
Snowplowing................................................292
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................295
Hazard Warning Flashers
.........................296
Fuel Shutoff - 6.2L/6.8L
...........................296
Fuel Shutoff - 6.7L Diesel.........................297
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................298
Post-Crash Alert System.........................300
Transporting the Vehicle
..........................300
Towing Points................................................301
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
..............303
In California (U.S. Only)............................304
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................305
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
......................306
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.......................................................306
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature....................................................307
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)............................................................308 Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)............................................................308
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................310
Changing a Fuse
...........................................318
Maintenance
General Information...................................320
Opening and Closing the Hood..............320
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L....................321
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................322
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel
......323
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................324
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L..................324
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................325
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..............................................................326
Changing the Coalescer Filter Element.......................................................327
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................328
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........329
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......333
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................337
Transfer Case Fluid Check.......................340
Brake Fluid Check
.......................................340
Power Steering Fluid Check......................341
Washer Fluid Check
.....................................341
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel............................................................342
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L................................343
Changing the 12V Battery.........................343
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................345
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................345
Adjusting the Headlamps........................346
Changing a Bulb
...........................................347
Bulb Specification Chart
..........................350
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/ 6.8L...............................................................353
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving. Note:
This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options that are not on your
vehicle. It is possible that either Ford Motor
Company or an authorized Ford dealer may
have originally sold an incomplete vehicle
to a vehicle modifier who upfitted it. As a
result, some of the options and features on
this vehicle may differ from what we
describe in this manual.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so they may appear
differently to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations.
Note: Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of the
vehicle. Note:
Your vehicle ’s powertrain control
systems can detect and store information
about vehicle modifications that increase
horsepower and torque output such as
whether or not performance-enhancing
powertrain components commonly referred
to as performance chips have been used.
This information will stay in the system ’s
memory and cannot be erased even if the
modification is removed. Ford Motor
Company, Ford of Canada, Ford of Mexico
and service or repair facilities can retrieve
this information when servicing your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company may use this
information to determine if your warranty
covers any needed repairs.
Note: Some aftermarket products may
cause severe engine, transmission and
exhaust system damage. See your warranty
information for more details.
Your new diesel engine may feel, drive and
function somewhat differently than a
gasoline engine. Therefore, it is very
important that you read and thoroughly
familiarize yourself and others operating
the vehicle with this guide. There is a
special procedure for turning off the diesel
engine. See Starting a Diesel Engine
(page 176). It is important to read and
understand this material in order to
maintain the best service life for your
engine.
Ford may discontinue models or change
specifications without any notice and
without incurring obligations.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
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Right-hand side
A
Left-hand side
B
Note: Throughout this guide, you will find
warnings identified by the warning symbol.
Warnings remind you to be especially
careful to reduce the risk of personal injury.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
Air conditioning system
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
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Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level Note operating instructions
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNINGS
Some constituents of engine
exhaust, certain vehicle components,
certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer. Wash your
hands after handling. PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard- ouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing
and lease plans to help you acquire your
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for
your business. We offer a number of convenient ways for
you to contact us and help to manage your
account.
Call 1-800-727-7000.
For more information about Ford Credit
and access to the Account Manager, go to
www.fordcredit.com.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owner
’s Manual. Genuine Ford and
Motorcraft parts meet or exceed these
specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts
meet our stringent requirements for fit,
finish, structural integrity, corrosion
protection and dent resistance. During
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vehicle development we validate that
these parts deliver the intended level of
protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level
of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty. The Ford
Warranty may not cover damage caused
to your vehicle as a result of failed
non-Ford parts. For additional information,
refer to the terms and conditions of the
Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is
covered and what is not covered by your
vehicle
’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty,
see the Warranty Guide that is provided to
you along with your Owner ’s Manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle has
sophisticated electronic controls. WARNINGS
You risk death or serious injury to
yourself and others if you do not
follow the instruction highlighted by
the warning symbol. Failure to follow the
specific warnings and instructions could
result in personal injury. Never place front seat mounted
rear-facing child or infant seats in
front of an active passenger airbag. On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING
Do not connect wireless plug-in
devices to the data link connector.
Unauthorized third parties could gain
access to vehicle data and impair the
performance of safety related systems.
Only allow repair facilities that follow our
service and repair instructions to connect
their equipment to the data link connector. Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and
reprogramming services. Installing an
aftermarket device that uses the DLC
during normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,
transmission of vehicle data to other
devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in
devices unless approved by Ford. The
vehicle Warranty will not cover damage
caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
Using your Vehicle With a
Snowplow
More information and guidelines for using
your vehicle with a snowplow are in this
Owner's Manual. See Snowplowing (page
292
).
Using your Vehicle as an
Ambulance
If your light truck has the Ford Ambulance
Preparation Package, it may be utilized as
an ambulance. We urge ambulance
manufacturers to follow the
recommendations of the Ford Incomplete
Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder ’s
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Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle
Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as
pertinent supplements. For additional
information, please contact the Truck Body
Builders Advisory Service at
http://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/
and then by selecting Contact Us or by
phone at 1–877
–840–4338.
Use of your Ford light truck as an
ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance
Preparation Package voids the Ford New
Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void
the emissions warranties. In addition,
ambulance usage without the preparation
package could cause high underbody
temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a
risk of spraying fuel which could lead to
fires.
If your vehicle has the Ford Ambulance
Preparation Package, it will be indicated
on the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The label is on the driver side door
pillar or on the rear edge of the driver door.
You can determine whether the
ambulance manufacturer followed Ford ’s
recommendations by directly contacting
that manufacturer. The Ford Ambulance
Preparation Package is only available on
certain diesel engine equipped vehicles.
Using your Vehicle as a Stationary
Power Source
Information and guidelines for operating a
vehicle with an aftermarket power take-off
system are in this Owner's Manual. See
Power Take-Off (page 209). MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving. Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others’
safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner ’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
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