glove box FORD SUPER DUTY 2023 Owners Manual

Switching the Passenger AirbagOff
WARNING: If the light does notilluminate when the passenger airbagswitch is off and you switch the ignitionon, have the passenger airbag switchserviced immediately by a qualifiedtechnician.
WARNING: To avoid switching onthe airbag, always remove the ignitionkey with the switch in the off position.
WARNING: If your vehicle has rearseats, always transport children who are12 and younger in the rear seat. Alwaysuse seatbelts and child restraintsproperly. Do not place a child in a rearfacing infant seat in the front seat unlessyour vehicle is equipped with an airbagon and off switch and the passengerairbag is turned off. This is because theback of the infant seat is too close to theinflating airbag and the risk of a fatalinjury to the infant when the airbaginflates is substantial.
The passenger airbag on and off switch isin the glovebox.
1.Insert the ignition key, turn the switchto OFF and hold in OFF while removingthe key.
2.When you switch the ignition on, thepassenger airbag off light illuminatesbriefly, momentarily shuts off and thenswitches back on. This indicates thatthe passenger airbag is deactivated.
Switching the Passenger AirbagOn
WARNING: The seatbelts for thedriver and right front passenger seatingpositions are specifically designed tooperate together with the airbags incertain types of crashes. When youswitch off your airbag, you not only losethe protection of the airbag, you alsomay reduce the effectiveness of yourseatbelt system. If the passenger doesnot meet the requirements stated in theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration or Transport Canadadeactivation criteria, switching off theairbag can increase the risk of seriousinjury or death in a crash.
WARNING: If your vehicle has rearseats, always transport children who are12 and younger in the rear seat. Alwaysuse seatbelts and child restraintsproperly. Do not place a child in a rearfacing infant seat in the front seat unlessyour vehicle is equipped with an airbagon and off switch and the passengerairbag is turned off. This is because theback of the infant seat is too close to theinflating airbag and the risk of a fatalinjury to the infant when the airbaginflates is substantial.
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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremelydangerous to ride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In a crash, peopleriding in these areas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehiclethat is not equipped with seats andseatbelts. Make sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and properly using aseatbelt. Failure to follow this warningcould result in serious personal injury ordeath.
OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
Pull up on the handle to release thetailgate.
Note:You may need to unlock the tailgatefirst.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The tailgate is heavy.Removal of the tailgate requires twoadults. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or propertydamage.
1.Obtain the tailgate removal kit fromthe glove compartment.
2.Locate and disconnect the frameconnections. They are on the left-handside of the vehicle.
Note:Your vehicle may have up to threeframe connections.
3.Install the protective caps on the in-lineconnector portion that remains underthe pickup box.
Note: If you do not install the caps on theconnectors, some features may not operateas intended.
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Note:A tone sounds while the tailgatecloses.
Note:The tailgate stops and reverses if itdetects an obstruction when closing.
Lift-to-Close
To close the tailgate automatically usinglift-to-close, lift the tailgate approximately4 in (10 cm) and hold it for a few seconds.
Note:If the tailgate position is more thanhalfway open, it may not closeautomatically.
Manual Close
You can close the tailgate manually whenyou lift the tailgate in a continuous motion.
If you stop the tailgate motion, thelift-to-close feature engages and powercloses the tailgate.
Putting the Tailgate in Manual Mode
You can put the tailgate in manual modethrough the vehicle settings in yourtouchscreen.
Note:In manual mode, the tailgate onlyopens by the tailgate release button on thetailgate and messaging is reduced.
Note:A pop-up message appears on thetouchscreen if you press the tailgate buttonon the instrument panel when the tailgateis in Manual mode.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE USINGTHE REMOTE CONTROL
Press the remote control buttontwice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE
WARNING: Always properly securecargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargofalling from the vehicle. Failure to do socould result in compromised vehiclestability and serious personal injury tovehicle occupants or others.
WARNING: The tailgate is heavy.Removal of the tailgate requires twoadults. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in personal injury or propertydamage.
1.Put the tailgate into manual mode byaccessing the vehicle settings using thetouchscreen.
2.Open the tailgate.
3.Disconnect the power door locks in-lineconnector located under the pickupbox on the right-hand side of thevehicle near the spare tire.
4.Install the protective cap on the in-lineconnector portion that remains underthe pickup box.
Note: The protective cap is in the glovecompartment.
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1.Obtain the tailgate removal kit fromthe glove compartment.
2.Locate and disconnect the frameconnections. They are on the left-handside of the vehicle.
Note:Your vehicle may have up to threeframe connections.
3.Install the protective caps on the in-lineconnector portion that remains underthe pickup box.
Note: If you do not install the caps on theconnectors, some features may not operateas intended.
4.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.
5.Lower the tailgate.
6.Use a screwdriver to gently pry thespring clip on each connector past thehead of the support screw. Disconnectthe cable.
7.Disconnect the other cable.
8.Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees from thehorizontal position.
9.Lift the right-hand side off its hinge.
10.Lift the tailgate to 80 degrees fromthe horizontal position.
11.Remove the tailgate from theleft-hand side hinge by sliding it tothe right.
12.Install the tailgate in reverse order.
TAILGATE STEP
ACCESSING THE TAILGATE STEP
1.Lower the tailgate.
2.Push the button in the center of thestep molding. The step pops outslightly.
3.Pull the step out fully. Lower the stepto its lowest position.
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Four-Wheel Drive........................................238Four-Wheel Drive Modes................................242Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting.........242Four-Wheel Drive Indicators....................242Four-Wheel Drive Limitations.................239Four-Wheel Drive Modes..........................242Four-Wheel Drive High.....................................242Four-Wheel Drive Low.....................................242Two-Wheel Drive High.....................................242Four-Wheel Drive Precautions...............239Four-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting........................................242Four-Wheel Drive – InformationMessages.........................................................243Four-Wheel Drive – Warning Lamps..........242Four Wheels Down TowSee: Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x2......................................................................429See: Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4......................................................................427Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification..............................................540Front Exterior...................................................34Front Parking Aid.........................................284Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings..........284Front Parking Aid Limitations.......................284Locating the Front Parking AidSensors.............................................................284What is the Front Parking Aid.......................284Front Seat Precautions...............................161Front Seats.......................................................161Heated Seats.......................................................168Manual Seats.......................................................162Massage Seats.....................................................167Power Seats.........................................................164Ventilated Seats.................................................169Front Seats Videos......................................169Fuel and Refueling.......................................214Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting............................................220Fuel Quality...........................................................214Refueling................................................................218Running Out of Fuel...........................................217Fuel and Refueling Precautions..............214Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting........................................220Fuel and Refueling – InformationMessages.........................................................220
Fuel and Refueling – WarningLamps...............................................................220Fuel Gauge.......................................................137Fuel Gauge Limitations....................................138Locating the Fuel Filler Door..........................138What Is Distance to Empty.............................138What Is the Fuel Gauge....................................137What Is the Low Fuel Reminder....................138Fuel Quality.....................................................214Selecting the Correct Fuel...............................214Selecting the Correct Fuel for ColdWeather.............................................................215Fuel Tank Capacity - Diesel.....................534Fuel Tank Capacity.....................................220Fuel Tank Capacity - Gasoline................535Fuse Precautions.........................................430Fuses................................................................430Fuses – Troubleshooting................................439Interior Fuse Box................................................435Under Hood Fuse Box......................................430Fuses – Troubleshooting..........................439Fuses – Frequently Asked Questions........439
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Garage Door Opener AdditionalAssistance....................................................182Garage Door Opener....................................179Garage Door Opener Introduction..........179Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies..................................................179General Maintenance Information -Diesel..............................................................591General Maintenance Information -Gasoline.......................................................594Glasses Holder..............................................201Locating the Glasses Holder..........................201Global Opening.............................................128Switching Global Opening On andOff........................................................................129Using Global Opening.......................................128What Is Global Opening...................................128Glossary of Tire Terminology..................484Glove Compartment....................................197Locking the Glove Compartment.................197Opening the Glove Compartment................197
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