2010 FORD F150 differential

UNIQUE FEATURES
•5.4L 3V Triton V8 engine
•6.2L V8 engine (late availability)
•6R80 6-speed automatic transmission
•4x4 electronic shift on the fly transfer case
•Modified rear differential capable of locking in 2H, 4H and 4L
•4.10 front and rear axle ratios
•Super Cab – 5.5’ box with unique outer box
•New hood with functional air extractors
•New grille
•New front bumper and fascia
•Dual exhaust, 3.5” exhaust tips
•Modified rear bumper with integrated rear tow hooks
•Heavy duty front skid plate and engine skid plate, and front tow hooks
•Cast aluminum running board/sill protector with Durabed protection
•New front fenders with functional air extractors
•Seats with increased bolstering and unique covers
•Front and rear LED marker lamps
•Switch pack with “off-road mode” and “hill descent” buttons, and four
auxiliary switches
F-150 SVT Raptor specific features
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OFF-ROAD MODE
Off-road mode allows you to change the operating characteristics of the
following features to allow for better off-road performance:
•Transmission shifting and response
•Electronic locking differential
•AdvanceTrac(ABS, RSC, Traction Control)
ENABLING OFF-ROAD MODE
With the vehicle traveling less than
5 mph (8 km/h) and your foot off of
the accelerator pedal, press this
button to turn on off-road mode. A
chime will sound and a message will
display indicating that off-road mode
is active. If any of the conditions are
not met, the message center will
display the appropriate messages to guide the driver through the proper
operating procedures. SeeMessage centerin your owner’s guide for
more information.
Press the button again to turn it off.
WARNING:Off-road mode is specifically calibrated for off-road
driving conditions and should never be used on pavement.
With this mode enabled, the operating characteristics of the following
features will be altered:
•Transmission shifting and response–Transmission upshifts are
delayed and occur less frequently. This ensures the best possible
vehicle response and acceleration if the driver needs to briefly lift off
of the throttle to negotiate an obstacle or corner.
•Electronic locking differential (ELD)–If engaged, the ELD will
remain locked until the operator manually disengages it with the
control knob, or disengages off-road mode and exceeds the standard
ELD speed thresholds. SeeElectronic locking differentialin your
owner’s guide for more information.
•AdvanceTrac–When off-road mode is engaged, the AdvanceTrac
settings are altered for optimized off-road performance.
•Tow/haul mode –If tow/haul mode is active, it will be disabled. Also,
you cannot select tow/haul mode when off-road mode is on. As the
SVT Raptor is primarily a performance vehicle, off-road mode takes
priority over tow/haul mode.
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It is important that you take the time to become familiar with the
controls and dynamics of your vehicle before attempting higher speed
off-roading. Some points to consider:
•Build up speed slowly. Initially, drive at a pace which allows ample
time to fully assess the terrain around you and to understand how the
vehicle is responding to both the terrain and driver inputs. Increase
pace as comfort increases while always being mindful of how the
vehicle is responding to various events at different speeds.
•Find a wide open place to experiment with different functions on the
truck. Try a given maneuver with different vehicle settings (4H vs.
4L), (differential locked vs. unlocked), (AdvanceTrac in key-on vs.
single press vs. press and hold modes) and see how the truck
responds. Start slowly and build pace as comfort increases.
•Similarly, in a wide open space, experiment with different driving
techniques. For example, if the vehicle is tending to push straight
ahead when trying to negotiate a turn (understeering or plowing), a
light application of the brake while turning may help rotate the truck.
A wider entry to the corner or entering the corner more slowly may
help the truck turn and allow you to apply the throttle sooner after
negotiating the turn.
•Remember the phrasesmooth is fast. This refers to your steering,
throttle, and brake movements. Smooth decisive movements will yield
improved results while helping to increase safety.
•As speed increases, it is wise look farther ahead of the vehicle so that
there is time to react to oncoming obstacles. Remember that in many
off-road environments, obstacles will be hard to see until they are
relatively near. A good strategy is to alternate between looking far
ahead and up closer to the front of the vehicle as you’re driving.
•Also remember todrive what you can see. This refers to not driving
faster than you are able to negotiate unforeseen upcoming obstacles.
This could refer to obstacles over a brow, in a ravine, in brush, in
dusty conditions, and in the darkness among others.
•If you are driving in a dusty area. Be sure to leave ample distance
between you and any other vehicles to ensure adequate vision.
•Always remember that you may not be the only one in a particular
recreational area, always be cognizant of others in your area. This is
especially true of motorcycles and ATV’s which may be more difficult
to spot than a full-sized vehicle.
•If driving in desert conditions, it is advised that you always drive with
your headlights on to help other drivers more easily see you.
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140,000 miles (224,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
145,000 miles (232,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
❑Change engine oil and replace oil filter❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace engine coolant (see Engine Coolant Change Interval
on page 33 and Coolant Change Record on page 56)
❑Replace transfer case fluid❑Replace front differential fluid❑Replace accessory drive belts if not replaced in the last
100,000 miles (160,000 km)
❑Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth❑Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness, or drag
❑Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses
and parking brake system
❑Inspect engine cooling system and hoses❑Inspect exhaust system and heat shields❑Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, half shafts,
driveshafts and U-joints
❑Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
DEALERVALIDATION:
RO#: P&A C
ODE:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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