wiring FORD SUPER DUTY 2023 Owners Manual

Accessing Apps............................................575
Enabling Apps on an iOS Device...........575
Enabling Apps on an Android Device........................................................................575
Switching Apple CarPlay On and Off........................................................................576
Switching Android Auto On and Off.....576
Personal Profiles
How Do Personal Profiles Work.............577
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles.........................................................................577
Creating a Personal Profile......................577
Linking or Unlinking a Personal Profile.........................................................................577
Selecting a Personal Profile....................578
Deleting a Personal Profile......................578
Navigation
Connected Navigation..............................579
Accessing Navigation................................579
Navigation Map Updates.........................579
Adjusting the Map......................................579
Live Traffic.....................................................579
Setting a Destination................................579
Waypoints.....................................................580
Route Guidance..........................................580
Trailer Towing Navigation.........................581
Vehicle Software Updates
Vehicle Software Updates......................582
Software Update Settings......................582
Software Update Indicators...................583
Vehicle System Reset
Performing a System Reset...................584
Accessories
Accessories...................................................585
Auxiliary Switches
Locating the Auxiliary Switches...........586
Locating the Auxiliary Switch Wiring.......................................................................586
Identifying the Auxiliary Switch Wiring........................................................................587
Auxiliary Switches Videos.......................588
Ford Protect
What Is Ford Protect.................................589
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information -Diesel...........................................................591
General Maintenance Information -Gasoline.....................................................594
Normal Scheduled Maintenance - Diesel........................................................................597
Normal Scheduled Maintenance -Gasoline....................................................600
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance - Diesel...........................603
Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance - Gasoline......................608
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........612
Customer Information
Rollover Warning.........................................623
The Better Business Bureau Auto LineProgram.....................................................623
The Mediation and Arbitration Program........................................................................624
Ordering a Canadian French Owner'sManual.......................................................624
Reporting Safety Defects in the UnitedStates..........................................................625
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada........................................................................625
Radio Frequency Certification Labels........................................................................626
Perchlorate....................................................673
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................................................673
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RESTARTING THE ENGINE AFTERSTOPPING IT - VEHICLES WITH:PUSH BUTTON START
The system allows you to start the enginewithin 10 seconds of switching it off, evenif it does not detect a valid passive key.
Within 10 seconds of switching the engineoff, fully press the brake pedal and pressthe push button ignition switch. After 10seconds, you can no longer start the engineif the system does not detect a validpassive key.
When you start the engine, it remainsrunning until you press the push buttonignition switch, even if your vehicle doesnot detect a valid passive key. If you openand close a door when the engine isrunning, the system searches for a validpassive key.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF
EQUIPPED)
ENGINE BLOCK HEATERPRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Failure to follow engineblock heater instructions could result inproperty damage or serious personalinjury.
WARNING: Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a risk ofelectrical shock.
WARNING: Do not fully close thehood, or allow it to drop under its ownweight when using the engine blockheater. This could damage the powercable and may cause an electrical shortresulting in fire, injury and propertydamage.
We recommend that you do the followingfor a safe and correct operation:
•Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cordthat is product certified byUnderwriter’s Laboratory (UL) orCanadian Standards Association(CSA). This extension cord must besuitable for use outdoors, in coldtemperatures, and be clearly markedSuitable for Use with OutdoorAppliances. Do not use an indoorextension cord outdoors. This couldresult in an electric shock or become afire hazard.
•Use as short an extension cord aspossible.
•Do not use multiple extension cords.
•Make sure that when in operation, theextension cord plug and engine blockheater cord plug connections are freeand clear of water. This could cause anelectric shock or fire.
•If the engine block heater cord is underthe hood, do not remove the wiringfrom its original location. Do not closethe hood on the extension wiring.
•Park your vehicle in a clean area, clearof combustible materials.
•Firmly connect the engine block heatercord and the extension cord.
•Check the extension cord for heatanywhere when the system has beenoperating for approximately 30minutes.
•Unplug and properly stow the systembefore starting and driving your vehicle.The protective cover seals theterminals of the engine block heatercord plug when not in use.
•Check the engine block heater systemfor proper operation before winter.
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CONNECTING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS
Do not tow a trailer until you drive yourvehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).
Consult your local motor vehicle laws fortowing a trailer.
See the instructions included with towingaccessories for the proper installation andadjustment specifications.
Service your vehicle more frequently if youtow a trailer. See Normal ScheduledMaintenance (page 600).
If you use a rental trailer, follow theinstructions the rental agency gives you.
When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
Account for the trailer coupler weight aspart of your vehicle load when calculatingthe total vehicle weight.
Do not exceed the load limits. SeeCalculating the Load Limit (page 353).
HITCHES
INSTALLING A HITCH
WARNING: You must use theheavy-duty drawbar pin supplied withyour vehicle when using the heavy-dutyhitch. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
WARNING: You must use thedrawbar pin supplied with your vehicleor a pin that is designed to meet themaximum rating of your hitch. Failure tofollow this instruction could cause thetrailer to disconnect resulting in the lossof control of your vehicle, personal injuryor death.
Do not use a hitch that either clamps ontothe bumper or attaches to the axle.Distribute the load in your trailer so that10-15% for conventional towing or 15-25%for fifth wheel towing of the total weightof the trailer is on the tongue. Do notexceed the tongue load rating indicatedon the conventional hitch receiver.
Note:On pickup trucks, the trailer hitchprovided on the vehicle enhances crashprotection for the fuel system. Do notremove.
Hitch Components
The following components are required.Some are provided in certain vehicles.
•A trailer hitch with a 3 inch receiver anda 5/8 inch hitch pin. Check thestamped rating number on the pin todetermine the 21,200 lb (9,616 kg) or24,200 lb (10,976 kg) hitch pincapacity.
•A hitch pin sleeve stored in the glovecompartment to use when mountingthe 3 inch drawbar with the 3/4 inchpinhole.
•A cotter pin to help keep the hitch pinin place.
•A trailer hitch with a 3 inch receiver anda 5/8 inch hitch pin. Check thestamped rating number on the pin todetermine the 30,000 lb (13,607 kg)hitch pin capacity.
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WebsiteMarket
https://www.fleet.ford.com/towing-guides/
United States ofAmerica
https://www.fleet.ford.ca/towing-guides/
Canada
FIFTH-WHEEL TRAILER HITCH
Your vehicle has a fifth-wheel preppackage. This package enables yourvehicle to accept certain fifth-wheel trailerhitches and gooseneck ball hitches. Thefifth-wheel trailer hitch attaches to the fourmounting pads in the pick-up bed. A 7-pintrailer wiring connector could be in the bedas well. The gooseneck ball hitch is aseparate mounting pad from thefifth-wheel hitch in the center of the bed.
Shorter pick-up boxes provide lessclearance between the cab and thefifth-wheel and gooseneck trailercompared to longer box pick-ups. Whenselecting a trailer and tow vehicle, it iscritical to check that this combinationprovides clearance between the front ofthe trailer and tow vehicle for turns up to90°. Failure to follow this recommendationcould result in the trailer contacting thecab of the tow vehicle during tight turnsthat are typical during low-speed parkingand turning maneuvers. This contact couldresult in damage to the trailer and towvehicle.
Note:Contact an authorized dealer topurchase gooseneck and fifth-wheel hitchesthat are compatible with your vehicle.
Note:The mounting pads in the bed arespecifically designed for certain fifth-wheeltrailer hitches and gooseneck ball hitches.Do not use these mounting pads for otherpurposes.
CONNECTING A TRAILER
Recognizing a Trailer
1.Attach the trailer and wiring connectorto your vehicle.
2.Switch on your vehicle.
3.Set up a profile for the trailer using theSYNC screen.
Note:If your vehicle does not recognize thetrailer, press and hold the brake pedal for afew seconds.
Note:Trailer profiles store trailer types,dimensions, preferences, trailer specificmileage and fuel economy.
Note:Disabling the trailer detectionnotification makes the default trailer profileactive when a connection is detected.
Note:Trailer profiles allows you to setupseveral trailer maintenance reminders andmaintenance intervals for multiple trailercomponents by specifying miles or monthsin service.
Note:Trailer maintenance reminder isdesigned to be an aid and does not relieveyou of your responsibility to follow the trailermanufacturers recommended maintenanceintervals. You are responsible for inputtingmaintenance intervals consistent with thetrailer manufacturer.
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When attaching the trailer wiring connectorto your vehicle, only use a proper fittingconnector that works with the vehicle andtrailer functions.
Trailer Light Check
WARNING: Never connect anytrailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's taillamp wiring; this may damage theelectrical system resulting in fire. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon aspossible for assistance in proper trailertow wiring installation. Additionalelectrical equipment may be required.
Most towed vehicles require trailer lamps.Make sure all running lights, brake lights,turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Safety Chains
Install trailer safety chains to the trailerhitch as recommended by themanufacturer. Cross the chains under thetrailer coupler and allow enough slack forturning tight corners. Do not allow thechains to drag on the ground.
Note:Do not attach safety chains to thebumper. Always connect the safety chainsto the frame or hook retainers of your trailerhitch.
If the trailer safety chain hook has a latch,make sure to fully close the latch.
Use the smaller holes in the safety chainbracket for trailer breakaway cables andsmall 3/8" s-hooks.
TRAILER BATTERY CHARGE/TRAILER POWER FEED
This feature allows the trailer’s battery tocharge under the following situations:
•Your vehicle is in the accessory orengine run position
•If the vehicle’s battery voltage is inoptimum condition, above 12.5 volts,and the trailer’s battery can still hold acharge, or is not too old.
Note: The trailer battery charge statusappears in the instrument cluster display.See Instrument Cluster Display (page 143).
The trailer power feed feature allows fora 12 volt power output on a 7-pin connectorwhen the system detects a trailer.
Note:Trailer power feed can provide amaximum output rate of 15 amps.
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Note:Never place more demand than 15amps of power on the trailer power feed,this may damage the trailer lighting.
TRAILER LIGHTING CHECK
WARNING: Never connect anytrailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's taillamp wiring; this may damage theelectrical system resulting in fire. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon aspossible for assistance in proper trailertow wiring installation. Additionalelectrical equipment may be required.
Trailer light check feature allows oneperson to confirm that all taillights arefunctioning.
Perform a trailer light illuminationsequence to confirm that all lights arefunctioning using the SYNC screen in thevehicle or the FordPass app.
Performing the Trailer Light Checkusing the SYNC screen in vehicle
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Towing.
3.Press Trailer Light Check.
4.Press Start.
5.Follow the instructions until the lightssequence completes.
Performing the Trailer Light Checkusing the FordPass app
1.Create or sign-in to the FordPass appand add the vehicle identificationnumber to your account.
2.Once you add the vehicle identificationnumber, follow the prompts in theFordPass app to complete the SyncConnect Authorization process.
3.After the authorization is complete,navigate to Vehicle Details screen andselect Trailer Light Check.
4.Press Start.
5.Follow the instructions until the lightssequence completes.
Note:Trailer light check feature is availableonly in vehicles with trailer capability andtrailer must be electrically connected forfeature to function.
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CONNECTING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
The system senses a trailer connectionbecomes disconnected, either intentionallyor unintentionally, during a given ignitioncycle.
Trailer Disconnected
There are certain faults in your vehiclewiring and trailer wiring or brake system.Trailer Wiring Fault
The vehicle's battery voltage is low or thereis a fault with your trailer's battery. Yourtrailer's battery voltage is below 8 volts orit is connected in reverse polarity.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
One or more tires on your trailer is belowthe specified tire pressure.Trailer Tire Low Specified:
Displays when one or more tires on thetrailer is above the recommended temper-ature.
Trailer Tire Over Temperature
A trailer tire pressure sensor is malfunc-tioning. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on, have the system checked assoon as possible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemis malfunctioning. If the warning stays onor continues to come on, have the systemchecked.
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
The system cannot detect the trailer tirepressure monitoring system.Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability NotDetected
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemis not set up.Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not SetupSee Manual
CONNECTING A TRAILER
VIDEOS
Smart Trailer Tow Connector Video Link
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Your vehicle may have a temporary orconventional spare tire. A temporary sparetire is different in diameter or width,tread-type, or is from a differentmanufacturer than the road tires on yourvehicle. Consult information on the tirelabel or Safety Compliance label forlimitations when using.
When towing a trailer:
•Obey country specific regulations fortowing a trailer.
•Do not drive faster than 70 mph(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi(800 km).
•Do not make full-throttle starts.
•Check your hitch, electrical connectionsand trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughlyafter you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
•When stopped in congested or heavytraffic during hot weather, place thetransmission in park (P) to aid engineand transmission cooling and to helpA/C performance.
•Turn off the speed control with heavyloads or in hilly terrain. The speedcontrol may turn off when you aretowing on long, steep slopes.
•Shift to a lower gear when driving downa long or steep hill. Do not continuouslyapply the brakes, as they may overheatand become less effective.
•If your transmission has Grade Assistor Tow/Haul, use this feature whentowing. This provides engine brakingand helps eliminate excessivetransmission shifting for optimum fueleconomy and transmission cooling.
•If your vehicle has AdvanceTrac withroll stability control, this system mayturn on during typical corneringmaneuvers with a heavily loaded trailer.This is normal. Turning the corner at aslower speed when towing may reducethis tendency.
•Allow more distance for stopping witha trailer attached. Anticipate stops andgradually brake.
•Avoid parking on a slope. However, ifyou must park on a slope, turn thesteering wheel to point your vehicletires away from traffic flow, set theparking brake, place the transmissionin park (P) and place wheel chocks infront and back of the trailer wheels.
Note:Chocks are not included with yourvehicle.
LAUNCHING OR RETRIEVING
A BOAT OR PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT
When backing down a ramp during boatlaunching or retrieval:
•Do not allow the static water level torise above the bottom edge of the rearbumper.
•Do not allow waves to break higherthan 6 in (15 cm) above the bottomedge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding 6 in (15 cm) could allow waterto enter vehicle components, causinginternal damage to the components andaffecting driveability, emissions andreliability.
Note:Replace the rear axle lubricantanytime the rear axle has been submergedin water.
Note:Disconnect the trailer wiringconnector before backing the trailer into thewater.
Note:Reconnect the trailer wiringconnector after removing the trailer fromthe water.
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TOWING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING
TOWING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The left-hand trailer turn lamp requiresservice.Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps
The right-hand trailer turn lamp requiresservice.Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault CheckLamps
The vehicle's battery voltage is low or thereis a fault with your trailer's battery. Yourtrailer's battery voltage is below 8 volts orit is connected in reverse polarity.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
The system detects a short created by thetrailer lamps. Inspect and repair the trailerwiring, or have the system checked as soonas possible.
Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual
The trailer stoplamps require service.Trailer Stop Lamps Fault Check Lamps
The trailer sway control detects trailersway. Reduce the vehicle's speed.Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
Displays when one or more tires on thetrailer is above the recommended temper-ature.
Trailer Tire Over Temperature
One or more tires on your trailer is belowthe specified tire pressure.Trailer Tire Low Specified:
A trailer tire pressure sensor requiresservice. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on, have the system checked assoon as possible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemrequires service. If the warning stays on orcontinues to come on, have the systemchecked as soon as possible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
The system cannot detect the trailer tirepressure monitoring system.Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability NotDetected
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemis not setup.Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not SetupSee Manual
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INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The system detects a correct trailerconnection during a given ignition cycle.Trailer Connected
The system detects the trailer wiringconnection is disconnected during a givenignition cycle.
Trailer Disconnected
The system detects an electrical fault inthe trailer brake circuit. If this messageappears without a trailer attached, see yourauthorized dealer. If a trailer is attached,inspect and repair the trailer wiring.
Trailer Wiring Fault
Displays the current gain setting for thetrailer brake.Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}
Displays the current gain setting for thetrailer brake when you do not have a trailerconnected.
Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}No Trailer
The vehicle's battery voltage is low or thereis a fault with your trailer's battery. Yourtrailer's battery voltage is below 8 volts orit is connected in reverse polarity.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer Brake Module Fault
Verify the trailer brake connections aresecure and that the aftermarket trailerbrake controller device is correctly installed.Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer brake system fault See manual
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