2001 FORD F150 seats

8. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and
back to make sure the seat is securely held in place.
9.
Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which
goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether
straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact
the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a
tether strap.
The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strap
anchors located behind the seats as described below.
The tether anchors in your vehicle are straps on the seatback.
The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions
(shown from top view):
Attach the tether strap only
to the appropriate tether
anchor as shown. The tether strap
may not work properly if attached
somewhere other than the correct
tether anchor.
1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion.
2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.
3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. (Shown
with the seats folded down.)
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²You may need to pull the
seatback forward to access the
tether anchors. Make sure the
seat is locked in the upright
position before installing the child
seat. Refer to theFolding Down
The Rear Seatssection in this
chapter for information on how to
operate the rear seats.
4. Clip the tether strap to the
anchor as shown.
If the tether strap is clipped
incorrectly, the child safety
seat may not be retained properly
in the event of a collision.
5. Refer to theInstalling child
safety seats in combination lap
and shoulder belt seating
positionssection of this chapter for
further instructions to secure the
child safety seat.
6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child
being injured in a collision greatly increases.
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6. Align top and bottom ribs of
parking lamp assembly with
corresponding slots on front of
vehicle.
7. Push gently until parking lamp
assembly seats (you will hear a
snap).
8. Install screw on lamp assembly.
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/brake/turn signal and
backup lamp bulbs are located in
the tail lamp assembly, one just
below the other. Follow the same
steps to replace either bulb:
1. Open the liftgate to expose the
lamp assembly screws.
2. Remove the two bolts from the
tail lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the lamp assembly
from the tailgate pillar to disengage
two hidden snap-in retainers.
4. Pull bulb straight out of socket and press in the new bulb.
5. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on tailgate pillar. (Tail lamps do
not snap into place but have two tabs which fit into slots.)
6. Secure the tail lamp on the vehicle with two bolts.
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Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts
Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to theSafety belt maintenancesection in theSeating and safety
restraintschapter.
Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)
To clean, simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.
Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue. Dry
with a soft cloth. For tougher soiling concerns, Ford recommends using
the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ-19G253±AA, which is available from
your Ford Dealer. This mild cleaner and special pad, cleans the leather
and maintains its natural beauty. Follow the instructions on the cleaner
label. Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its
resiliency and color.
Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions,
solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics.
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Accessory delay ..........................59
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ..........................90
and child safety seats ..............92
description ................................90
disposal ......................................94
driver air bag ............................92
indicator light ........................9,94
operation ...................................92
passenger air bag .....................92
Air cleaner filter ................167,194
Air conditioning ..........................43
Ambulance packages ....................3
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................154
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .......................107,108
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................11
Armrests ......................................79
Audio system (see Radio) .........21
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................113
fluid, adding ............................161
fluid, checking ........................161
fluid, refill capacities ..............194
fluid, specification ..................199
Auxiliary power point .................20
Axle
lubricant specifications ...197,199
refill capacities ........................194
traction lok ..............................110
Battery .......................................165
acid, treating emergencies .....165
charging system
warning light .............................11
jumping a disabled battery ....142
maintenance-free ....................165
replacement, specifications ...194
servicing ..................................165
voltage gauge ............................15Bed extender ..............................62
Belt minder .................................86
Brakes ........................................107
anti-lock ............................107,108
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ..........10,108
brake warning light ..................10
fluid, checking and adding ....153
fluid, refill capacities ..............194
fluid, specifications ..........197,199
lubricant specifications ...197,199
parking ....................................109
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ............19
shift interlock ..........................112
Break-in period .............................3
Capacities for refilling fluids ....194
Cassette tape player ...................29
CD changer .................................39
Certification Label ....................201
Child safety restraints ................95
child safety belts ......................95
Child safety seats ........................96
attaching with tether straps ..101
in front seat ..............................97
in rear seat .........................97,100
Cleaning your vehicle ...............188
engine compartment ..............191
exterior .............................189,190
exterior lamps .........................191
instrument panel ....................192
instrument panel lens ............192
interior .....................................192
plastic parts ............................191
safety belts ..............................193
washing ....................................189
waxing .....................................190
wheels ......................................190
wiper blades ............................192
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............43
Clock .......................................29,38
Index
216

cap ...........................................177
capacity ...................................194
choosing the right fuel ...........176
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................181
detergent in fuel .....................177
filling your vehicle
with fuel ....................174,177,178
filter, specifications .........178,194
fuel pump shut-off switch .....129
gauge .........................................13
improving fuel economy ........178
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ....................176,199
quality ......................................176
running out of fuel .................177
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................174
Fuses ...................................130,131
Garage door opener ....................53
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............177
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................178
Gauges .........................................13
battery voltage gauge ...............15
engine coolant
temperature gauge ...................14
engine oil pressure gauge ........16
fuel gauge ..................................13
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................14
tachometer ................................15
trip odometer ............................15
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....120
calculating ...............................122
definition .................................120
driving with a heavy load ......120
location ....................................120
GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) .............120
calculating ........................120,122definition .................................120
driving with a heavy load ......120
location ....................................120
Hazard flashers .........................129
Headlamps ...................................17
aiming ......................................188
autolamp system .......................18
bulb specifications ..................188
daytime running lights .............17
flash to pass ..............................17
high beam ............................11,17
replacing bulbs .......................184
turning on and off ....................17
warning chime ..........................13
Heating ........................................43
heating and air
conditioning system .................43
Hood ..........................................149
Ignition .......................................199
positions of the ignition ...........46
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..96
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................183
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................192
cluster ...................................8,192
lighting up
panel and interior .....................18
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......142
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................70
locking and unlocking doors ....72
programming entry code .........71
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............13
positions of the ignition ...........46
Lamps
autolamp system .......................18
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................188
cargo lamps ...............................18
Index
218

daytime running light ...............17
fog lamps ...................................18
headlamps .................................17
headlamps, flash to pass ..........17
instrument panel, dimming .....18
interior lamps ......................56,57
replacing
bulbs ............183,184,185,186,187
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ..........................................9
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,108
anti-theft ...................................11
brake ..........................................10
charging system ........................11
check coolant ............................11
cruise indicator .........................12
door ajar ....................................12
engine oil pressure ...................11
high beam .................................11
low fuel ........................................8
safety belt .................................10
service engine soon ....................8
speed control ............................50
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................120
GAWR ......................................120
GVWR ......................................120
trailer towing ..........................120
Loading instructions .................121
Locks
autolock .....................................70
childproof ..................................59
doors ..........................................59
Lubricant specifications ....197,199
Lumbar support, seats ...............76
Mirrors
fold away ...................................61
side view mirrors (power) .......60
Moon roof ....................................57
Motorcraft parts .................178,194Octane rating ............................176
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................150
Overdrive .....................................52
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................67
Parking brake ............................109
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....194
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................19
Power adjustable foot pedals .....19
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................134
Power door locks ...................59,70
Power steering ..........................110
fluid, checking and adding ....160
fluid, refill capacity ................194
fluid, specifications ..........197,199
Preparing to
drive your vehicle .....................111
Radio ............................................21
Relays ........................................130
Remote entry system ............66,67
illuminated entry ......................71
locking/unlocking doors ...........67
panic alarm ...............................67
replacement/additional
transmitters ..........................69,70
replacing the batteries .............68
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ...........13,79,80,81,82,83
Safety defects, reporting ..........215
Safety restraints ......79,80,81,82,83
belt minder ...............................86
cleaning the safety belts ...89,193
extension assembly ..................85
for adults .........................80,81,82
for children ..........................94,95
lap belt ......................................84
warning light
and chime ...................10,12,13,85
Safety seats for children ............96
Index
219

Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............79
Seats ............................................73
child safety seats ......................96
cleaning ...................................193
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ....................64,65
Servicing your vehicle ..............148
Snowplowing .................................3
Spark plugs,
specifications ......................194,199
Special notice ................................3
ambulance conversions ..............3
utility-type vehicles ....................3
Specification chart,
lubricants ............................197,199
Speed control ..............................47
Speedometer ...............................14
Starting your vehicle .........103,105
jump starting ..........................142
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................51
Tachometer .................................15
Tailgate ...................................61,62
Tires ......................137,169,170,171
changing ...........................137,139
checking the pressure ............171
replacing ..................................172
rotating ....................................171
snow tires and chains ............173
tire grades ...............................170
treadwear ................................170
Towing .......................................171recreational towing .................127
wrecker ....................................147
Traction-lok rear axle ...............110
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................164
Transmission .............................112
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................161
fluid, refill capacities ..............194
lubricant specifications ...197,199
Transmission control
indicator light ..............................11
Trip odometer .............................15
Turn signal .............................10,46
Vehicle dimensions ...................199
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) ...........................201
Vehicle loading ..........................120
Ventilating your vehicle ...........106
Warning chimes ......................12,13
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Washer fluid ..............................154
Water, Driving through .............122
Windows
power .........................................58
Windshield washer
fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid .....154
checking and cleaning ............168
operation ...................................51
replacing wiper blades ...........169
Wrecker towing .........................147
Index
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