•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle.
The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy
comparisons with other vehicles.
It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)
expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy
may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable
exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and
other emission control components continue to work properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed inscheduled maintenance information
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed inscheduled maintenance
informationare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle
and to its emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
2007 F-150(f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
311
washing ....................................273
waxing .....................................273
wheels ......................................274
wiper blades ............................276
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) ...........................48, 51, 54
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................35
AM/FM Stereo ...........................27
AM/FM/CD .................................29
Clutch
fluid ..........................................315
operation while driving ..........223
recommended shift speeds ....224
Compass, electronic ..............87, 89
calibration .................................89
set zone adjustment ...........89–90
Console ........................................69
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat ...............................117
steering column ........................81
Coolant
checking and adding ..............295
refill capacities ................298, 324
specifications ..........................324
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................79
Customer Assistance ................241
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................270
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................271
Getting roadside assistance ...241
Getting the service you
need .........................................266
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................272Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................270
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................59
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................316
engine oil .................................289
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................320
Driving under special
conditions ..................223, 232, 236
sand .........................................234
snow and ice ...........................237
through water .................235, 238
DVD system .................................47
E
Electronic message center .........89
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................259
Emergency Flashers .................243
Emission control system ..........311
Engine ........................................328
cleaning ...................................275
coolant .....................................295
fail-safe cooling .......................299
idle speed control ...................293
lubrication specifications .......324
refill capacities ........................324
service points ..................285–287
starting after a collision .........243
Engine block heater .................212
Engine oil ..................................289
2007 F-150(f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA(fus)
Index
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