2014 FORD F150 tow

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
3.5L, 3.7L and 5.0L Engines
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the
OIL
CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing
in the information display.
• Example 1
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message comes on at
28751 miles (46270 kilometers).
Perform the 30000-mile (48000
kilometer) automatic transmission
fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The OIL CHANGE
REQUIRED message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30000
miles (48000 kilometers) (for
example, the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor was reset at 25000 miles
[40000 kilometers]). Perform the
engine air filter replacement. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km) Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Sched-
uled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
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6.2L Engine
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.*
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Reset your oil life monitoring system after each engine oil and filter change. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.*
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
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Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or
three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add
friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 296).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear
axle fluid change may be waived if the axle
was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four
ounces (118 milliliters) of additive friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A), or
equivalent, for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. Change the axle
fluid anytime the axle submerges in water.
California fuel filter replacement: If you
register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot climate oil change intervals
:
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5000 miles (8000
kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter replacement: The life of
the engine air filter is dependent on
exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
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4
4WD
See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 153
A
A/C See: Climate Control......................................... 106
About This Manual...........................................7
Protecting the Environment................................ 7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 163
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 163
Accessories.....................................................419 Exterior style......................................................... 419
Interior style.......................................................... 419
Lifestyle.................................................................. 419
Peace of mind...................................................... 419
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
Adjusting the Headlamps
........................249
Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................ 251
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 249
Adjusting the Pedals
....................................68
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................65 Power Tilt and Telescope Steering
Column................................................................ 65
Airbag Disposal..............................................48
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 106
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 62
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................62 Arming the Alarm................................................. 62
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 62
Appendices.....................................................421
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............85 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 85
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 85
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................86 Audio Control
..................................................66
Media........................................................................\
. 67
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 67
Type 1........................................................................\
66
Type 2....................................................................... 66
Audio Input Jack............................................321
Audio System
...............................................306
General Information......................................... 306
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio.............................308
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM
.......307
Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/ CD....................................................................315
Autolamps..........................................................71
Automatic Climate Control......................109
Automatic Transmission............................147 Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 150
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow................................................................... 152
Understanding the Shift Positions of a 6– Speed Automatic Transmission.........147
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic® transmission.......................... 149
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check.............................................................245
Autowipers.......................................................69
Auxiliary Power Points................................132 110 Volt AC Power Points................................. 132
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 132
Locations................................................................ 132
B
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........235
Booster Seats..................................................24 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Brake Fluid Check
........................................246
Brakes...............................................................163
General Information.......................................... 163
Breaking-In......................................................210
Bulb Specification Chart...........................254
C
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications................296 Technical Specifications.................................. 301
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E
Economical Driving......................................210
Electronic Locking Differential.................161 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential........................................................ 161
Emission Control System
..........................144
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 145
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 146
End User License Agreement...................421 SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)............................................................... 421
Engine Block Heater.....................................137 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 138
Engine Coolant Check
.................................241
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 242
Checking the Engine Coolant......................... 241
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 242
Severe Climates................................................. 243
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 243
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System...................... 61
Engine Oil Check
..........................................240
Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 240
Engine Oil Dipstick......................................240
Engine Specifications................................296 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 296
Entertainment...............................................376 A/V Inputs............................................................ 392
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 378
Bluetooth Audio.................................................. 391
Browsing Device Content................................ 376
CD........................................................................\
.... 387
SD Card Slot and USB Port........................... 388
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 383
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 391Essential Towing Checks...........................201
Before Towing a Trailer................................... 206
Hitches.................................................................... 201
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 207
Safety Chains...................................................... 202
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 202
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 206
Trailer Towing Connector................................. 201
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)..........206
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 206
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Extended Service Plan (ESP).................436 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............437
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 436
Exterior Mirrors
................................................76
Auto-dimming Feature (if equipped)...........77
Clearance Lamps ................................................. 77
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................ 77
Heated Exterior Mirrors ...................................... 77
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror (If Equipped).......................................................... 78
Memory Mirrors ..................................................... 77
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 76
Signal Indicator Mirrors ...................................... 77
Telescoping Mirrors ............................................. 77
F
Fastening the Safety Belts...........................31 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................. 32
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.................... 34
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 32
Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy...........32
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat)......................................... 31
Floor Mats.........................................................211
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 72
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 68
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Four-Wheel Drive..........................................153
Front Fog Lamps.............................................72
Front Passenger Sensing System.............41
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Power Windows..............................................75
Accessory Delay.................................................... 76
Bounce-Back.......................................................... 75
One-Touch Up or Down..................................... 75
Power Sliding Back Window............................ 76
Window Lock.......................................................... 76
R
Rear Axle...........................................................161
Rear Seat Armrest........................................123
Rear Seats
........................................................119
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion (Super
Crew)................................................................... 119
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 119
Rear View Camera........................................173 Using the Rear View Camera System..........173
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 173
Recommended Towing Weights............192 Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle.............................. 200
Refueling..........................................................142 Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System................142
Remote Control
..............................................49
Car Finder................................................................ 50
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................49
Memory Feature................................................... 50
Remote Start ......................................................... 51
Replacing the Battery......................................... 49
Sounding a Panic Alarm..................................... 51
Remote Start
...................................................113
Automatic Settings............................................. 113
Removing a Headlamp
...............................251
Replacing Halogen Headlamp Bulbs (If
Equipped)......................................................... 251
Replacing HID Headlamp Bulbs (If Equipped)........................................................ 252
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
..............263
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs..................................................... 11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 11
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................52 Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only)..............................................................224
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
..............................................................223
Roadside Assistance...................................215 Vehicles Sold In Canada : Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 215
Vehicles Sold In Canada : Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 215
Vehicles Sold In The U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance........................................................ 215
Vehicles Sold In The U.S. : Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 215
Roadside Emergencies
...............................215
Running-In See: Breaking-In.................................................. 210
Running Out of Fuel
......................................141
Refilling With a Portable Fuel
Container........................................................... 141
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
.................34
Safety Belt Minder.........................................35
Belt-Minder™........................................................ 35
Safety Belts......................................................30 Principle of Operation........................................ 30
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................34
Conditions of operation..................................... 35
Safety Canopy ™
............................................46
Safety Precautions.......................................139
Satellite Radio
...............................................318
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 320
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............319
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service................... 319
Troubleshooting................................................. 320
Scheduled Maintenance Record............451
Scheduled Maintenance..........................438
Seats
...................................................................114
Security...............................................................61
Settings...........................................................366 Clock....................................................................... 367
Display.................................................................... 367
Settings................................................................. 369
Sound.................................................................... 368
Vehicle................................................................... 368
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Tires
See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 266
Towing a Trailer..............................................191 Load Placement................................................... 191
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.........................................................208
Emergency Towing........................................... 208
Recreational Towing........................................ 208
Towing...............................................................191
Traction Control............................................166
Principle of Operation...................................... 166
Trailer Sway Control....................................192
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................245
Transmission Code Designation...........300
Transmission ...................................................
147
Transmission See: Transmission............................................... 147
Transporting the Vehicle...........................207
U
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................236
Under Hood Overview - 3.7L....................237
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L..................238
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................239
Universal Garage Door Opener................124 CAR2U® Home Automation System..........124
HomeLink Wireless Control System............127
USB Port
..........................................................322
Using Cruise Control....................................176 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 176
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 176
Using Four-Wheel Drive
.............................153
4WD Indicator Lights......................................... 153
Driving Off-Road With Truck and Utility Vehicles............................................................. 156
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles............................................................. 156
Using the 2-Speed Automatic 4WD System............................................................... 154
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WD system................................................................ 153
Using Hill Descent Control........................170 Hill descent modes............................................ 170
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems..........................................................55 Using Power Running Boards....................63
Automatic Power Deploy.................................. 63
Automatic Power Stow...................................... 63
Bounce-back......................................................... 64
Enabling and Disabling...................................... 63
Manual Power Deploy........................................ 63
Using Snow Chains
.....................................283
Using Stability Control...............................168 AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability Control ™
(RSC™)............................................................ 168
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player............................................................345
Accessing Your Play Menu............................. 349
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port.......................................................... 345
Media Menu Features...................................... 348
Media Voice Commands................................ 346
System Settings.................................................. 351
What's Playing?................................................. 346
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............327 Accessing Features through the Phone
Menu................................................................... 331
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 334
Making Calls........................................................ 330
Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............328
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 328
Phone Options during an Active Call.........330
Phone Voice Commands................................ 328
Receiving Calls................................................... 330
System Settings................................................. 335
Text Messaging................................................... 333
Using Traction Control...............................166 System Indicator Lights and
Messages.......................................................... 166
Using Voice Recognition...........................325 Initiating a Voice Session................................ 325
System Interaction and Feedback..............326
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................221
V
Vehicle Care...................................................259 General Information......................................... 259
Vehicle Certification Label.......................299
Vehicle Identification Number...............298
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Vehicle Storage............................................264
Battery................................................................... 265
Body....................................................................... 264
Brakes.................................................................... 265
Cooling system................................................... 265
Engine.................................................................... 265
Fuel system.......................................................... 265
General.................................................................. 264
Miscellaneous..................................................... 265
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................265
Tires........................................................................\
265
Ventilated Seats.............................................121
Heated and Ventilated Seats Air Filter
Replacement .................................................. 122
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 106
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............298
Voice Control
....................................................67 W
Warning Lamps and Indicators
.................82
4X2........................................................................\
.... 85
4X4 Auto................................................................. 85
4X4 HIGH................................................................ 85
4X4 LOW................................................................. 85
Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 83
Battery...................................................................... 83
Brake System......................................................... 83
Check 4X4.............................................................. 83
Cruise Control........................................................ 83
Direction Indicator............................................... 83
Door Ajar.................................................................. 83
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 83
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 83
Engine Oil................................................................ 83
Fasten Safety Belt............................................... 84
Front Airbag........................................................... 84
High Beam.............................................................. 84
Hill Descent............................................................ 84
Low Fuel Level...................................................... 84
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 84
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control...........84
Service Engine Soon........................................... 84
Traction and Stability Control......................... 85
Traction and Stability Control Off.................85
Transmission Tow/Haul.................................... 85
Washer Fluid Check....................................246
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 259
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 69
Waxing
............................................................260
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 289
Wheels and Tires.........................................266 General Information......................................... 266
Technical Specifications................................. 294
Windows and Mirrors
....................................75
Windshield Washers.....................................70
Windshield Wipers........................................69 Speed dependent wipers (if
equipped).......................................................... 69
Wipers and Washers.....................................69
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