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Instrument Cluster 12
Warning and control lights 12
Gauges 19
Entertainment Systems 22
AM/FM stereo 22
AM/FM stereo with CD 24
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 28
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 33
Climate Controls 43
Heater only 43
Manual heating and air conditioning 44
Automatic temperature control 46
Rear window defroster 52
Lights 53
Headlamps 53
Turn signal control 57
Bulb replacement 59
Driver Controls 64
Windshield wiper/washer control 64
Steering wheel adjustment 64
Power windows 70
Mirrors 72
Speed control 74
Message center 84
Tailgate 93
Locks and Security 96
Keys 96
Locks 96
Anti-theft system 108
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2006 F-150(f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
•The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity (TARC) is shown on the lower
right side of the vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. This is the weight
of permanently-attached auxiliary equipment, such as snowplow
frame-mounting hardware, that can be added to the vehicle and satisfy
Ford compliance certification to FMVSS. Exceeding this weight may
require the auxiliary equipment installer additional safety certification
responsibility. The Front Accessory Reserve Capacity (FARC) is added
for customer convenience
•Rear ballast weight behind the rear axle may be required to prevent
exceeding the FGAWR, and provide front-to-rear weight balance for
proper braking and steering.
•Front wheel toe may require re-adjustment to prevent premature
uneven tire wear. Specifications are found in the Ford Workshop
Manual.
•Headlight aim may require re-adjustment.
•The tire air pressures recommended for general driving are found on
the vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. The maximum cold inflation
pressure for the tire and associated load rating is imprinted on the tire
sidewall. Tire air pressure may require re-adjustment within these
pressure limits to accommodate the additional weight of the snowplow
installation
Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached
Ford recommends that the F–150 be limited to low speed, personal-use
snow removal. Do not use your vehicle for snow removal until it has
been driven at least 500 miles (800 km).
The attached snowplow blade restricts airflow to the radiator, and may
cause the engine to run at a higher temperature:
•If you are driving more than 15 miles (24 km) where outside air
temperatures are above freezing, then angle the plow blade to full left
or right to maximize airflow to the radiator.
•If you are driving less than 15 miles (24 km) at speeds up to 40 mph
(64 km/h) in cold weather you will not need to adjust blade position
2006 F-150(f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
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