2013 FORD F150 tow

Introduction
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F-150 SVT Raptor-specific features
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Engine/Transmission
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Driving
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Off-road mode 10
Hill descent mode 14
Upfitter controls 15
Driving your F-150 SVT Raptor off-road 20
Roadside Emergencies
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Wrecker towing 28
Cleaning
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Washing your vehicle 29
Maintenance
30
Tire Information
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Warranty Coverage
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Index
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•Dual exhaust, 3.5 inch 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 Durabedprotection
•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
•Longer, cast aluminum lower control arms
•Longer, forged steel upper control arms
•Front coil springs and rear leaf springs
•Fox Racing 1.8 inch piston internal bypass front shocks
•Fox Racing 1.8 inch, internal bypass, remote reservoir rear shocks
•Micro-cellular urethane jounce bumpers (front and rear)
•Raptor navigation welcome screen
•Full-size all-terrain spare tire
•Off-road specific calibrations for engine, transmission and
AdvanceTracsystem
•Standard 17 inch Cast Aluminum Wheels
•Optional 17 inch forged aluminum beadlock compatible wheels
•LT 315/70-17 BF Goodrichall-terrain tires
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TOWING CAPACITY
The maximum weight the SuperCab vehicle can tow is limited to
6000 pounds. (2721 kilograms). The Gross Combination Weight Rating
(GCWR) is 12500 pounds. (5670 kilograms).
The maximum weight the SuperCrew vehicle can tow is limited to
8000 pounds. (3629 kilograms). The Gross Combination Weight Rating
(GCWR) is 14700 pounds. (6668 kilograms).
Refer to theTowingchapter in yourOwner’s Manualfor additional
towing information.
DRIVETRAIN
Rear axleModified rear axle for track width, 4.10 ratio
DriveshaftAluminum with hardened yoke
Gear ratiosGear Ratio
1st 4.17
2nd 2.34
3rd 1.52
4th 1.14
5th 0.87
6th 0.69
Reverse 3.40
Engine/Transmission
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OFF-ROAD MODE
Off road mode changes the calibrations of four systems on the vehicle to
enhance off road performance:
•Electronic locking differential (ELD)-Any speed thresholds for
the ELD are lifted. The ELD will remain locked up to the maximum
vehicle speed when engaged.
•AdvanceTrac–When off-road mode is engaged, the AdvanceTrac
settings are altered for optimized off-road performance.
•Transmission shifting and response-The transmission shift
schedule is altered for improved off road performance. Upshifts are
delayed and occur less frequently. This will provide the best possible
vehicle response and acceleration.
•Engine throttle calibration-The engine throttle calibration is
altered for improved off-road performance.
Note:Operating the vehicle in this mode does not guarantee that the
vehicle will not become stuck in sand, snow or mud, etc. It is the driver’s
responsibility to assess off-road situations and determine if the terrain is
passable.
Note:Tow/haul mode will be disabled when off-road mode is active. If
tow/haul mode is active, it will be disabled when off-road mode is active.
Enabling Off-Road Mode
WARNING:Off-road mode is specifically calibrated for off-road
driving conditions and should never be used on pavement.
To enter off-road mode the following conditions must be met:
•The vehicle must be traveling less than 5 mph (8 km/h)
•Your foot must be off of the accelerator pedal
Note:If any of the conditions are not met, the information display
screen will display the appropriate messages to guide the driver through
the proper operating procedures.
Driving
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See theOff-road modesection in theDrivingchapter of this
supplement, andElectronic Locking Differential (ELD)in the
Four-Wheel Drivechapter of yourOwners’s Manualfor information on
how to activate these systems.
1. Select theTruck Appsmenu in your information display screen.
2. Select the sub-menuOff-Road Camera
3. PressOKto enable and disable the camera.
The area displayed on the screen may vary according to the vehicle
orientation and road conditions.
Active and fixed guidelines
The front off-road video camera
includes the following features that
will assist the driver:
A. Active guidelines (will appear in
blue)
B. Objects in the green zone are
further away
C. Yellow zone
D. Objects in the red zone are
closest to your vehicle
E. Front bumper
Fixed Guidelines
As objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green
zone (B) to the yellow (C) or red zones (D). Use your forward vision to
get better coverage of the front of the vehicle while driving forward.
Active Guidelines
The active guidelines (A) show the path of intended forward motion of
the vehicle and assist a driver to align with an object in front of the
vehicle.
To use active guidelines, turn the steering wheel and point the active
guidelines toward an intended path. If the steering wheel position is
changed, the vehicle might deviate from the original intended path.
Note:The active guidelines will fade in and out depending on the steering
wheel position. When the steering wheel position is straight, the active
guidelines will be covered by the static guidelines and will not be shown.
B
E
CDA
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Before taking your F-150 SVT Raptor off-roading, a basic vehicle
inspection should be done to ensure that the vehicle is in top working
condition.
It is always recommended that at least two vehicles are used while
off-roading. The buddy system helps ensure that help is close at hand
should a vehicle become stuck or damaged. It is also wise to take
supplies such as a first aid kit, supply of water, tow strap, cell or satellite
phone with you any time an off-road excursion is planned.
OFF-ROAD SCREEN
The real-time status of the Raptor’s off-road systems can be continuously
monitored using the first off-road screen found under the Truck Apps
menu in the information displays screen.
See theInformation Displayschapter of yourOwner’s Manualfor
more information.
BASIC OFF-ROAD DRIVING TECHNIQUES
•Grip the steering wheel with thumbs on the outside of the rim. This
will reduce the risk of injury due to abrupt steering wheel motions
that occur when negotiating rough terrain. Do not grip the steering
wheel with thumbs inside the rim.
•Throttle, brake and steering inputs should be made in a smooth and
controlled manner. Sudden inputs to the controls can cause loss of
traction or “upset” the vehicle, especially while on sloped terrain or
while crossing obstacles such as rocks or logs.
•Look ahead on your route noting upcoming obstacles, surface texture
or color changes or any other factors which may indicate a change in
available traction, and adjust the vehicle speed and route accordingly.
During pre-run, mark obstacles with GPS markers to ensure
appropriate speeds are used to avoid potential vehicle damage.
•When driving off-road, if the front or rear suspension is bottoming-out
and/or excessive contact with the skid-plates is encountered, reduce
vehicle speed to avoid potential damage to the vehicle.
•When running with other vehicles, it is recommended that
communication is used, and the lead vehicle notify other vehicles of
obstacles that could cause potential vehicle damage.
•Always keep available ground clearance in mind and pick a route that
minimizes the risk of catching the underside of the vehicle on an
obstacle.
Driving
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WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact your roadside assistance
center or a professional towing service.
It is required that your vehicle be towed with flatbed equipment. When
towing with a flatbed, 4x4 blocks must be used when loading and
unloading your vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company
has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
Note:If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Roadside Emergencies
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OCTANE RECOMMENDATIONS
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is
recommended. Some stations offer
fuels posted asRegularwith an
octane rating below 87, particularly
in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not
recommended. Premium fuel will provide improved performance and is
recommended for severe duty usage such as trailer tow.
Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if
it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel
with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer to
prevent any engine damage.
WHEELS AND TIRES
TiresLT315/70R17 BSW tires
WheelsSVT-Signature style, 17 in x 8.5 in
aluminum 6-spoke wheels
TIRE ROTATION
Because your vehicle’s tires perform
different jobs, they often wear
differently. To make sure your tires
wear evenly and last longer, have
them rotated.Note:The F-150
Raptor requires tire rotations every
5,000 miles (8,000 kilometers). If
you notice that the tires wear
unevenly, have them checked.
SPARE TIRE AND WHEEL
Your vehicle is equipped with an LT315/70R17 spare tire. The spare
tire/wheel assembly has the same capability as the road tire/wheel
assembly, but is not equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sensor.
87(R+M)/2 METHOD
Maintenance
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