2003 FORD F150 interior lights

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.
Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.
Move the control to the full down
position, past detent, to prevent the
interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified service technician.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
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INTERIOR LAMPS
Map lamps
To turn on the map lamps, press the
control next to each lamp.
If equipped with a moon roof, press
the control next to the map lamp to
illuminate the lamp.
Rear dome lamp (if equipped)
The dome lamp lights when the
control is in the DOOR (left)
position, any door is open, the
instrument panel switch is pushed
past the detent and when any of the
remote entry controls are pressed
while the ignition is off.
The rear dome lamp can be turned
ON (center) or OFF (right) by sliding the control.
AUTO
ROOF
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Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed
because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry
transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or takeall remote
entry transmittersto your authorized dealer for reprogramming.
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters
You must haveall remote entry transmitters(maximum of four)
available before beginning this procedure.
To reprogram the remote entry
transmitters:
1. Ensure the vehicle is
electronically unlocked.
2. Put the key in the ignition.
3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK)
position to 3 (OFF).
4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within
10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)
position and 4 (ON).Note:The
eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON) position.
5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming
mode has been activated.
6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter.
Note:If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the
procedure over again.
7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry
transmitter has been programmed.
8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.
9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finished
programming all of the remote entry transmitters.
10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming
mode has been exited.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
•the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or
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•the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The dome lamp control (if equipped) mustnotbe set to the OFF
position for the illuminated entry system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after the
last door is closed, even if the dimmer control is on.
Autolock (if equipped)
This feature will automatically lock all the doors when:
•all the doors are closed,
•the ignition key is in the ON position,
•the gearshift lever is shifted into R reverse or a forward gear and
•the brake pedal is released.
This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when:
•the ignition is running and any door is opened then closed, and
•you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal.
To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the keypad
Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated. To
deactivate/reactivate this feature:
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Close all the doors.
3. Enter the 5-digit entry code.
4. Press and hold the 3•4. While holding the 3•4 press the 7•8.
5. Release the 3•4.
6. Release the 7•8.
The horn will chirp once when the system has been successfully
deactivated.
The horn will chirp twice (one short and one long chirp) when the
system has been successfully reactivated.
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FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of
Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically
engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to
complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In
addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets
or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford
Motor Company will repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Ford
accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory will be warranted for
whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 20,000 km (12,000 miles) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles)
(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Vehicle Security
Air bag anti-theft locks
Locking gas cap
Styled wheel locks
Vehicle security systems
Comfort and convenience
Air filtration systems
Automatic Headlamp System with Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Battery warmer/blanket
Cargo organizers (interior)
Cargo storage bin (regular cab)
Cargo trays (interior)
Cellular phone holder
Daytime running lights (DRL)
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I
Ignition ...............................135, 262
Infant seats (see
Safety seats) .............................123
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................242
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................212
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................46
J
Jack ............................................184
positioning ...............................184
storage .....................................184
Jump-starting your vehicle ......191
K
Keyless entry system .................85
Keys
positions of the ignition .........135
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................44
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
cargo lamps ...............................46
daytime running light ...............45
fog lamps ...................................44
headlamps .................................44
headlamps, flash to pass ..........45
instrument panel, dimming .....46
interior lamps .....................47–48
replacing bulbs ...................48–53Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................46
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........140
speed control ............................66
Load limits .................................161
GAWR ......................................161
GVWR ......................................161
trailer towing ..........................161
Loading instructions .................163
Locks
childproof ..................................79
Lubricant specifications ...259, 262
Lumbar support, seats ...............93
M
Manual transmission .................146
fluid capacities ........................256
lubricant specifications ..........262
reverse .....................................149
Mirrors .........................................55
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................61
fold away ...................................63
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................66
Motorcraft parts ................238, 255
O
Octane rating ............................236
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................221
P
Parking brake ............................141
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....255
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