2014 FORD F150 Raptor Supplement Manual

Some points to consider:
•Build up speed slowly. Initially, drive ata pace which allows ample time to fullyassess the terrain around you and tounderstand how the vehicle isresponding to both the terrain anddriver inputs. Increase pace as comfortincreases while always being mindfulof how the vehicle is responding tovarious events at different speeds.
•Find a wide open place to experimentwith different functions on the truck.Try a given maneuver with differentvehicle settings (4H vs. 4L),(differential locked vs. unlocked),(AdvanceTrac in key-on vs. single pressvs. press and hold modes) and see howthe truck responds. Start slowly andbuild pace as comfort increases.
•Similarly, in a wide open space,experiment with different drivingtechniques. For example, if the vehicleis tending to push straight ahead whentrying to negotiate a turn(understeering or plowing), a lightapplication of the brake while turningmay help rotate the truck. A wider entryto the corner or entering the cornermore slowly may help the truck turnand allow you to apply the throttlesooner after negotiating the turn.
•Remember the phrase smooth is fast.This refers to your steering, throttle,and brake movements. Smoothdecisive movements will yieldimproved results while helping toincrease safety.
•As speed increases, it is wise to lookfarther ahead of the vehicle so thatthere is time to react to oncomingobstacles. Remember that in manyoff-road environments, obstacles willbe hard to see until they are relativelynear. A good strategy is to alternatebetween looking far ahead and upcloser to the front of the vehicle asyou’re driving.
•Also remember to drive what you cansee. This refers to not driving fasterthan you are able to negotiateunforeseen upcoming obstacles. Thiscould refer to obstacles over a brow, ina ravine, in brush, in dusty conditions,and in the darkness among others.
•If you are driving in a dusty area. Be sureto leave ample distance between youand any other vehicles to make sureadequate vision.
•Always remember that you may not bethe only one in a particular recreationalarea, always be cognizant of others inyour area. This is especially true ofmotorcycles and ATV’s which may bemore difficult to spot than a full-sizedvehicle.
•If driving in desert conditions, it isadvised that you always drive with yourheadlights on to help other driversmore easily see you.
•While driving in desert conditions, themidpoint of the day is the most difficulttime to see many of the small ridgesand dips due to flat shadows from thesun being at its highest point. Extremecare should be taken at these times tonot inadvertently run into theseobstacles.
23F150 (TF6)Driving Hints

•
•It is highly encouraged that you switchto off-road mode and perform anAdvanceTrac single press to make sureimproved off-road brakingperformance under these conditions.Be sure to disengage the off-roadmode and switch back to AdvanceTrackey-on mode before performing anystreet driving. Please see the Off-RoadMode section of this supplement formore details.
After Off-Road Driving
It is important to complete a full vehicleinspection after off-road driving. Someitems to check include:
•Make sure that tires are inflated toproper tire pressure as indicated on thetire placard.
•Check the wheels and undercarriagefor built up mud or debris which cancause vehicle vibration.
•Make sure that the grille and radiatorare clear of any obstructions that mayaffect cooling.
•Make sure that the brakes are in properworking order and free of any mud,stones and debris, which can becometrapped around the brake rotor,backing plate and caliper.
•Check that the air filter is clean and dry.
•Inspect for torn or punctured boots onball joints, half shafts, steering gears.
•Inspect exhaust system for damage orlooseness.
•Inspect undercarriage fasteners. If anyare loose or damaged, tighten orreplace ensuring that the proper torquespecification is used.
•Inspect the tires for any cuts in thetread or sidewall area. Also inspect thesidewall for any bulge indicatingdamage to the tire.
•Inspect the wheels for dents, cracks,or other damage.
24F150 (TF6)Driving Hints

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Do not drive your vehicle through anautomated, commercial car wash due tothe vehicle’s tire width and track. Washyour vehicle by hand, or by using atouchless commercial wash with nomechanical tracks on the floor. Do not usea commercial or high-pressure wand onthe bed-side graphic surface or graphicsedges.
25F150 (TF6)Vehicle Care

GENERAL INFORMATION
Your vehicle is equipped with uniquewheels and tires designed to enhanceperformance and appearance. To continueproviding this performance, you must takeextra care when operating and maintainingyour vehicle.
LT315/70R17 BSWtiresTires
SVT-Signaturestyle, 17 in x 8.5 inaluminum 6-spokewheels
Wheels
LT315/70R17 BSWtireSpare tire
TIRE CARE
WARNINGS
Always re-inflate tires torecommended tire pressures beforethe vehicle is operated on-road. Therecommended pressure is located on thetire placard label or safety certificationlabel, located on the B-pillar, inside thedriver’s door.
Always check tires and wheels fordamage before returning to the road.Off-road use may cause damage toyour tires and wheels that could result intire failure.
Note:If you have reduced your tire pressurefor off-road use, the tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) warning light will thenactivate in the instrument panel as areminder to re-inflate the tires beforereturning to the road.
Your vehicle is equipped with highperformance, all-terrain tires designed tooptimize handling, steering and braking toprovide the performance you expect in anSVT vehicle. These tires are optimized forboth on and off-road performance, andtheir ride, noise and wear characteristicsare different from other tires. Also, becauseof their aggressive tread profile, it isimportant that you maintain your tiresproperly.
•Always maintain your tire pressuresaccording to the tire informationplacard located on the driver’s doorB-pillar, using an accurate gauge.Remember to be prepared to re-inflateyour tires before returning to the road.If a tire filling station is not available,remember to prepare a supplementalmeans to inflate the tires, such as aportable compressor.
•In cold temperature, check the tirepressure after the vehicle has beenparked for more than three hours. Donot reduce pressure of warm tires.
•Check your tire pressure often tomaintain it properly. Tire pressure candiminish over time and fluctuate withtemperature.
•Do not overload your vehicle. Maximumvehicle and axle weights are listed onthe tire information placard.
•Extra caution should be taken whenoperating the vehicle near its maximumload, including assuring proper tirepressure and reducing speeds.
•In the event that you encounter anabnormally harsh impact, inspect yourtires for damage.
•Inspect your tires for damage on aregular basis. Replace a damaged tireimmediately.
26F150 (TF6)Wheels and Tires

•Proper suspension alignment is criticalfor maximum performance andoptimal tire wear. If you notice uneventire wear, have your alignment checked.
•When replacing tires, the only way toassure original performance is to usethe original equipment tire. If a differenttire is used, it should be the same size,speed rating and load rating.
Tire Rotation
Because your vehicle’s tires performdifferent jobs, they often wear differently.To make sure your tires wear evenly andlast longer, have them rotated.
The front tires are shown at the left of theillustration.
Note:Your vehicle requires tire rotationsevery 5000 miles (8000 kilometers). If younotice that the tires wear unevenly, havethem checked.
Spare Tire and Wheel
Your vehicle is equipped with anLT315/70R17 spare tire. The sparetire/wheel assembly has the samecapability as the road tire/wheel assembly,but is not equipped with a tire pressuremonitoring sensor.
USING SNOW CHAINS
The original equipment tires on your vehicleare not designed to be used with snowchains. If you will be operating your vehiclewith snow chains, use a smaller tire andwheel combination as recommended inyour Owner’s Manual.
WHEELS
Your vehicle is equipped with uniquewheels matched to the tires. To avoiddamage to your wheels:
•Maintain proper tire pressure. See TireCare (page 26).
•Due to extreme tire/wheel width, thisvehicle cannot be taken through anautomatic car wash that usesmechanical tracks, as wheel damagemay result.
•When installing wheels, always torquelug nuts to specification with a torquewrench.
•Inspect your wheels for damage on aregular basis. If you have a damagedwheel, replace it immediately.
•In the event that you encounter anabnormally harsh impact, inspect theouter diameter of your wheels, bothinside and out, for damage.
Optional Bead-Lock CompatibleWheel
Note:SVT only recommends usingbead-lock rings from Ford Racing, inconjunction with the OEM tire. Any othercombination using this wheel could resultin air loss or tire failure.
Note:Converting the bead-lock compatiblewheel to true bead-locks is for off-road useonly. On road driving is not permitted.
27F150 (TF6)Wheels and TiresE142548

If your vehicle is equipped with the optionalbead lock compatible wheel, you have theability to convert this wheel to use a truebead-lock ring, which allows operation atlow tire pressures when off-road tominimize risk of de-beading the tire. Seeyour local Ford Racing Parts Dealer formore information.
28F150 (TF6)Wheels and Tires

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
6.2L V8 engineEngine
102 x 95 mm (4.01 x 3.74 in)Bore x Stroke
6.2L (6207 cc)Displacement
9.8:1Compression ratio
401 hp at 5500 rpm on 87 octane, 411 hp at5500 rpm on 91 octaneHorsepower (SAE net)
434 lb-ft at 4500 rpm on 87 octane, 434 lb-ftat 4500 rpm on 91 octaneTorque
6000 rpmRedline
64.6 hp/l on 87 octane, 66.2 hp/l on 91 octaneSpecific output
Single overhead cam, roller rocker shaft withhydraulic lash adjustment, inverted-toothchain drive, ovate-wire valve springs, twovalves per cylinder
Valvetrain
Sequential electronic fuel injection, returnlessfuel systemFuel system
Coil-on-plug electronic ignition with secondarywire and dual-plugIgnition system
Single 80 mm (3.15 in)Throttle body
Cast-iron high silicon, molybdenum (HiSiMo)Exhaust manifolds
Drivetrain
Modified rear axle for track width, 4.10 ratioRear axle
Aluminum with hardened yokeDriveshaft
RatioGearGear ratios
4.171st
2.342nd
1.523rd
1.144th
29F150 (TF6)Capacities and Specifications

0.875th
0.696th
3.40Reverse
MOTORCRAFT PARTS
6.2L V8 engineComponent
FA-1883Air filter element
BTX-59 or BTX-65-6501Battery
FL-820SOil filter
2Spark plugs
1Heavy-duty battery, if equipped.2For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer your scheduled maintenanceinformation for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications foryour vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warrantymay be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
30F150 (TF6)Capacities and Specifications