2006 FORD F150 high beam

Traction Control
:Illuminates
when the Traction Control
is
active. If the light remains on, have
the system serviced immediately,
refer to theDrivingchapter for
more information.
Four wheel drive low:Illuminates
when four-wheel drive low is
engaged.
Four wheel drive high:Illuminates
when four-wheel drive high is
engaged.
Speed control:Illuminates when
the speed control is activated. Turns
off when the speed control system
is deactivated.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
MINI MESSAGE CENTER WARNING DISPLAYS (IF EQUIPPED)
Door ajar:Displays when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door is open.
Low fuel:Displays when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty (refer toFuel gaugein this
chapter).
4x4
LOW
4x4 HI
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High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
In order for the DRLs to function:
•the ignition must be in the ON position and
•the headlamp control is in the OFF, parking lamp or autolamp
position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
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Foglamp control (if equipped)
The headlamp control also operates
the foglamps. The foglamps can be
turned on only when the headlamp
control is in the
,or
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn foglamps on. The foglamp
indicator light
will illuminate if
the ignition is in the ON position.
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 your authorized dealer.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
25 10A* LH low beam headlamp
26 20A* Horn relay (PCB3), Horn power
27 5A* Passenger Air bag Deactivation
(PAD) warning lamp, Cluster air
bag warning lamp, Cluster RUN
/START power
28 5A* SecuriLock transceiver (PATS),
PCM IGN monitor
29 15A* PCM 4x4 power
30 15A* PCM 4x4 power
31 20A* Radio power
32 15A* Vapor Management Valve (VMV),
A/C clutch relay, Canister vent,
Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen
(HEGO) sensors #11 and #21,
CMCV, Mass Air Flow (MAF)
sensor, VCT, Heated Positive
Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve
(4.2L engine), CID sensor (4.2L
engine), 4.6L/4.2L EGR
33 15A* Shift solenoid, CMS #12 and #22,
Ignition coils
34 15A* PCM power
35 20A* Instrument cluster high beam
indicator, High beam headlamps
36 10A* Trailer tow right turn/stop lamps
37 20A* Rear power point
38 25A* Subwoofer power
39 20A* Instrument panel power point
40 20A* Low beam headlamps, DRL
41 20A* Cigar lighter, Diagnostic connector
power
42 10A* Trailer tow left turn/stop lamps
101 30A** Starter solenoid
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Auxiliary relay box
The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender.
•With Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options
•Without Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) and 4x4 options
The relays are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
F03 5A Clockspring illumination
R01 Full ISO
Relay4x4 CCW
R02 Full ISO
Relay4x4 CW
R03
12ISO
RelayDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) high beam
disable
R201 Relay DRL
R202 Relay A/C clutch
D01 Diode A/C clutch
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checking and adding ..............280
dipstick ....................................280
filter, specifications ........283, 312
recommendations ...................283
refill capacities ........................313
specifications ..................316, 319
Exhaust fumes ..........................204
F
Fail safe cooling ........................290
Floor mats ...................................93
Fluid capacities .........................313
Foglamps .....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......219
driving off road .......................223
electronic shift ................221–222
indicator light .........................219
lever operated shift ................220
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................209
Fuel ............................................292
calculating fuel
economy ............................87, 297
cap ...........................................294
capacity ...................................313
choosing the right fuel ...........295
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................300
detergent in fuel .....................296
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................292, 294, 297
filter, specifications ........292, 312
fuel pump shut-off switch .....237
improving fuel economy ........297
octane rating ...................296, 319
quality ......................................296
running out of fuel .................297
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................292Fuel pump shut-off switch .......237
Fuses ..................................237–238
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless
control system) ...........................78
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............294
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................297
Gauges .........................................19
H
Hazard flashers .........................236
Head restraints .................111, 115
Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ..................................55–56
autolamp system .......................53
bulb specifications ....................59
daytime running lights .............54
flash to pass ..............................54
high beam .................................54
replacing bulbs .........................60
turning on and off ....................53
Heating
heater only system ...................43
heating and air
conditioning system .....44, 46, 49
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................78
Hood ..........................................275
I
Ignition ...............................201, 319
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................150
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