1998 FORD F150 lights

HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL
Use only in an emergency to warn
traffic of vehicle breakdown,
approaching danger, etc. The
hazard flashers can be operated
when the ignition is off.
²The hazard lights control is
located on top of the steering
column.
²Depress hazard lights control to
activate all hazard flashers
simultaneously.
²Depress control again to turn
the flashers off.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
If the engine cranks but does not
start after a collision, the fuel
pump shut-off switch may have
been activated. The shut-off switch
is a device intended to stop the
electric fuel pump when your
vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the
OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset
the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in the button on the
switch.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. Pause for a few
seconds and return the key to the
OFF position.
Roadside emergencies
131

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description
5 15A Digital Transmission
Range (DTR) Sensor
(A/T), Backup Lamp
Switch (M/T), Daytime
Running Lights (DRL)
Module, Speed Control
Servo/Amplifier
Assembly, Heater-A/C
Control Assembly,
Blend Door Actuator
6 5A Shift Lock Actuator,
Generic Electronic
Module (GEM), Rear
Air Suspension (RAS)
Module
7 Ð Not Used
8 5A Radio, Main Light
Switch, Remote
Anti-Theft Personality
(RAP) Module
9 Ð Not Used
10 Ð Not Used
11 30A Washer Pump Relay,
Wiper Run/Park Relay,
Wiper Hi/LO Relay,
Windshield Wiper
Motor
12 5A Data Link Connector
(DLC)
13 15A Rear Anti-Lock Brake
System (RABS)
Module, Brake On/Off
(BOO) Switch, Brake
Pressure Switch
Roadside emergencies
135

identifies engine displacement and
gives some tune up specifications.
Please consult your ªWarranty
Guideº for complete emission
warranty information.
Readiness for
inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing
In some localities, it may be a legal
requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostic (OBD-II)
system. If your ªcheck
engine/service engine soonº light is
on, reference the applicable light
description in theWarning Lights
and Chimessection of your
owners guide. Your vehicle may
not pass the I/M test with the
ªcheck engine/service engine soonº
light on.
If the vehicle's powertrain system
or its battery has just been
serviced, the OBD-II system is
reset to a ªnot ready for I/M testº
condition. To ready the OBD-II
system for I/M testing, a minimum
of 30 minutes of city and highway
driving is necessary as described
below:
²First, at least 10 minutes of
driving on an expressway or
highway.
²Next, at least 20 minutes driving
in stop and go, city type traffic
with at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least
eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and
Maintenance and care
191

Replacing license plate lamp
bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
under and behind the rear bumper.
To change the license plate lamp
bulbs:
1. Reach under and behind the
rear bumper to locate the bulb
connector.
2. Twist the connector
counterclockwise
1¤4turn and
carefully pull to remove it.
3. Pull out the old bulb and press
in the replacement bulb.
4. Replace the connector by
placing it back into the assembly
and turning it
1¤4turn clockwise.
Using the right bulbs
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Front park/turn lamps 2 3157 NAK
Foglamps 2 9006
Headlamps 2 9007
Rear turn/sidemarker 2 3157 NAK
To replace all instrument panel
lights - see your dealer
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified
service technician if:
Maintenance and care
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Fuse panels
instrument panel ....................133
power distribution box ...........138
Fuses ...................................132,133
Gauges, Mechanical ....................13
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
Hazard flashers .........................131
Headlamps
autolamp system .......................18
flashing ......................................35
high beam .................................35
turning on and off ....................17
Heating ........................................20
High beams
indicator light ...........................10
Hood
release lever ............................154
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........27
removing the key ......................98
Instrument panel
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................18
Jump-starting your
vehicle .................................147,149
attaching cables ......................148
disconnecting cables ..............149
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................44
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............12
Lamps
interior lamps ...........................36
map lamps .................................36
parking lamps .........................195
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ..........................................8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............9
anti-theft ...................................10
brake ............................................9
charging system ........................10check engine ............................6,7
door ajar ....................................11
engine oil pressure ...................10
four-wheel drive ........................11
fuel reset ................................6,12
safety belt ...................................9
turn signal indicator ...................9
Load limits
trailer towing ..........................110
Lubricant specifications ....205,208
Manual transmission ...................92
shift speeds .....................94,96,97
Mirrors
side view mirrors (power) .......38
Odometer .....................................15
Off road driving, 4-wheel drive 104
Overdrive ................................35,36
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................43
Parking brake ..............................85
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....205
Power door locks ........................38
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....169
Recreational towing, all wheels
on the ground ...........................123
Relays ........................................132
Remote entry system .................42
illuminated entry ......................47
locking/unlocking doors ...........43
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................46
replacing the batteries .............45
Reporting safety defects ..........215
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .......................54,55,56
extension assembly ..................57
for children ...............................68
lap and shoulder belts ........53,54
maintenance ..............................58
proper use .................................51
Index
217