Introduction
About This Supplement.................................3
Product History..................................................3
At a Glance
At a Glance..........................................................4
Fuel and Refueling
Fuel Quality.........................................................7
Terrain Response
Principle of Operation.....................................8
Using Hill Descent Control............................8
Driving Aids
Front View Camera..........................................9
Towing
Towing a Trailer................................................12
Transporting the Vehicle...............................12
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.........13
Driving Hints
Off-Road Driving.............................................15
Vehicle Care
Cleaning the Exterior.....................................25
Wheels and Tires
General Information......................................26
Tire Care............................................................26
Using Snow Chains........................................27
Wheels................................................................27
Capacities and Specific-ations
Engine Specifications...................................29
Motorcraft Parts.............................................30
Technical Specifications...............................31
Accessories
Auxiliary Switches..........................................33
Warranty Terms andConditions
Base Warranty.................................................35
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ABOUT THIS SUPPLEMENT
Congratulations on your decision topurchase or lease the latest from Ford SVT— the F-150 SVT Raptor. If you’ve ownedor leased an SVT product in the past, we’reglad you’re back. If this is your first SVTvehicle, welcome to the SVT family! Weare confident that our dedication toperformance, quality, craftsmanship andcustomer service will ensure many milesof exhilarating, safe and comfortabledriving in your new F-150 SVT Raptor.
Your choice of an SVT product is anintelligent and informed one. SVT strivesto build engaging vehicles that involve thedriver in every aspect of the drivingexperience. Although performance is atthe heart of every SVT vehicle, we go muchfurther. Our goal is to deliver acomprehensive, complete vehicle.Sweating the details such as the sound ofthe exhaust, the quality of the interiormaterials, and the functionality andcomfort of the seats. All to make sure thedriver enjoys not only an exceptionalperformance, but an outstanding drivingenvironment as well. In the F-150 SVTRaptor, that philosophy is expressed by asophisticated powertrain, outstandingchassis dynamics and significant interiorand exterior enhancements.
This supplement complements your F-150Owner’s Manual and provides informationspecific to SVT and the Raptor. By referringto the pages listed in this supplement, youcan identify those features,recommendations and specificationsunique to your new SVT vehicle. If thereare any discrepancies between thissupplement and the F-150 Owner’sManual, this supplement supersedes theinformation found in the Owner’s Manual.
PRODUCT HISTORY
The History of Special VehicleTeam (SVT)
The Ford Special Vehicle Team (SVT) wasestablished in 1991 to polish the Ford Ovalby creating low-volume, factory-producedvehicles designed for those select fewwhose idea of driving is a high-powered,passionate experience — not just a meansof getting from point A to point B.
In a move to support this spiritedenthusiasm, Ford Motor Company carefullyintegrated the wide array of talent in thecompany into a small, cross-functionalgroup of engineers and product planners,housed together under one roof with acommon mission: to create vehiclesspecifically designed to meet the uniqueneeds and desires of the knowledgeabledriving enthusiast.
Each of nearly 150000 SVT vehiclesproduced since the 1993 model year hasbeen designed and developed with the fourSVT Hallmarks in mind:
•Performance
•Substance
•Exclusivity
•Value
These hallmarks have driven the SVTMustang Cobra and the Cobra R, the SVTF-150 Lightning, the SVT Contour, the SVTFocus, Ford GT, Shelby GT500, GT500KRand the F-150 SVT Raptor.
We are proud and passionate about whatwe do, and we’re glad you have made usyour choice.
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F-150 SVT Raptor-Specific ExteriorFeatures
•6.2L Boss V8 engine
•6R80 6-speed automatic transmission
•4x4 electronic shift-on-the-fly transfercase
•Modified rear differential capable oflocking in 2H, 4H and 4L
•Torsen helical front differential forincreased capability
•4.10 front and rear axle ratios
•35 tooth spline rear axle shafts forincreased capability
•Super Cab or Crew Cab – 5.5 foot boxwith unique outer box
•Box graphics
•Hood with functional air extractors
•Hood graphics
•Unique grille
•Front off-road camera
•Front camera washer
•Dual exhaust, 3.5 inch exhaust tips
•Modified rear bumper with integratedrear tow hooks
•Heavy duty front skid plate and engineskid plate, and front tow hooks
•Cast aluminum running board/sillprotector with Durabed protection
•Front fenders with functional airextractors
•Seats with increased bolstering andunique covers
•Front and rear LED marker lamps
•Switch pack with off-road mode andhill descent buttons, and four auxiliaryswitches
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•Longer, cast aluminum lower controlarms
•Longer, forged steel upper control arms
•Front coil springs and rear leaf springs
•Fox Racing 1.8 inch piston internalbypass front shocks
•Fox Racing 1.8 inch, internal bypass,remote reservoir rear shocks
•Micro-cellular urethane jouncebumpers (front and rear)
•Raptor navigation welcome screen
•Full-size all-terrain spare tire
•Off-road specific calibrations forengine, transmission and AdvanceTracsystem
•Standard 17 inch Cast AluminumWheels
•Optional 17 inch forged aluminumbeadlock compatible wheels
•LT 315/70-17 BF Goodrich all-terraintires
Note:Your F-150 SVT Raptor is equippedwith unique front and rear high-performanceFox shock absorbers designed for severeoff-road use. Due to the hydraulic motionof the shock fluid in the unique internalbypass system, you can expect some noiseduring on-road driving, including boom,chirp, or clunk noises. This is a normalcharacteristic of the shock absorbers andyou should not attempt repair.
F-150 SVT Raptor-Specific Interior Features
•Instrument panel cluster graphics
•High line LCD cluster with unique SVToff-road screen
•Steering wheel - unique wrap withon-center marker, thumb pads andimproved grip contour
•Door trim inserts and center stack trim
•Off-road style floor mats with SVT logo
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6.2L V8 Engine
Windshield washer fluid reservoirA.
Engine oil dipstickB.
Brake fluid reservoirC.
Engine coolant reservoirD.
Air filter assemblyE.
Power steering fluid reservoirF.
Power distribution boxG.
Engine oil filler capH.
BatteryI.
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FUEL QUALITY
Note:Use of any fuel other than thoserecommended may cause powertraindamage, a loss of vehicle performance, andrepairs may not be covered under warranty.
Choosing the Right Fuel
Use only UNLEADED gasoline orUNLEADED gasoline blended with amaximum of 15% ethanol in your gasolinevehicle. If your vehicle is a Flex Fuel Vehicle(FFV), it will have a yellow bezel placedover the fuel fill inlet.
Do not use:
•fuels containing more than 15%ethanol or E-85 fuel
•fuels containing methanol
•fuels containing metallic basedadditives, including manganese-basedcompounds
•fuels containing the octane boosteradditive, methylcyclopentadienylmanganese tricarbonyl (MMT)
•leaded-fuel (The use of leaded fuel isprohibited by law)
Note:Use of any fuel other than therecommended fuel can cause powertraindamage, impair the emission control systemor cause loss of vehicle performance. Anydamage to the vehicle that is caused by theuse of fuel not recommended will not becovered under warranty.
Octane Recommendations
Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some stations offer fuelsposted as Regular with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in high altitude areas.Fuels with octane levels below 87 are notrecommended.
Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However, if itknocks heavily under most drivingconditions while you are using fuel with therecommended octane rating, see yourauthorized dealer to prevent any enginedamage.
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It is required that your vehicle be towedwith flatbed equipment. When towing witha flatbed, 4x4 blocks must be used whenloading and unloading your vehicle. Do nottow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Companyhas not approved a slingbelt towingprocedure.
Note:If the vehicle is towed by other meansor incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable(without access to wheel dollies,car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transportvehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheelson the ground, regardless of the powertrainand transmission configuration) under thefollowing conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward fortowing in a forward direction.
•Place the transmission in position N. Ifyou cannot move the transmission intoN, you may need to override it.
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note:Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering your vehicle.
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational towing, such as towingyour vehicle behind a motorhome. Wedesigned these guidelines to preventdamage to your transmission.
Four-wheel-down Towing
You can only tow a four-wheel drivevehicle with all wheels on the ground byplacing the transfer case in its neutralposition and engaging thefour-wheel-down towing feature. Performthe steps outlined in the following sectionafter positioning your vehicle behind thetow vehicle and properly securing themtogether.
1.Turn the ignition to the on position. Donot start the engine.
2.Press and hold the brake pedal.
3.Rotate the four-wheel drive switch to2H.
4.Shift the transmission to position N.
5.Rotate the four-wheel drive switchfrom 2H to 4L and back to 2H fivetimes within seven seconds.
Note:If completed successfully, theinformation display shows NEUTRAL TOWLEAVE IN N or NEUTRAL TOW ENABLEDLEAVE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL.This indicates that your vehicle is safe totow with all wheels on the ground
Note:If you do not see the message in thedisplay, you must perform the procedureagain from the beginning.
Note:You may hear an audible noise as thetransfer case shifts into its neutral position.This is normal.
6.Leave the transmission in position Nand turn the ignition as far as it will gotoward the off position (it will not turnfully off when the transmission is inposition N. You must leave the key inthe ignition while towing. To lock andunlock your vehicle, use the keylessentry keypad or extra set of keys.
7.Release the brake pedal.
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WARNINGS
Do not disconnect the battery duringrecreational towing. Doing so willprevent the transfer case fromshifting properly and may cause the vehicleto roll even if the transmission is in P(Park).
Shifting the transfer case to itsneutral position for recreationaltowing may cause the vehicle to beable to roll even if the transmission is in P(Park). The driver or others could beinjured. Make sure the foot brake isdepressed and the vehicle is in a secureand safe position while the transfer caseis being shifted to its neutral position.
Failing to put the transfer case in itsneutral position will damage vehiclecomponents.
Note:You can check four-wheel-downtowing status at any time by opening thedriver's door or turning the ignition to theaccessory or on position and verifying theNEUTRAL TOW ENABLED messagedisplays in the cluster.
To exit four-wheel-down towing and returnthe transfer case to its 2H position:
1.With your vehicle still properly securedto the tow vehicle, press and hold thebrake pedal.
2.Turn the ignition to the on position. Donot start the engine.
3.Shift the transmission out of N and intoany gear.
4.Release the brake pedal.
Note:If completed successfully, theinstrument cluster displays 4X2, andNEUTRAL TOW DISABLED.
Note:If the indicator light and message donot display, you must perform the procedureagain from the beginning.
Note:You may hear an audible noise as thetransfer case shifts out of its neutralposition. This is normal.
5.Apply the parking brake, and thendisconnect the vehicle from the towvehicle.
6.Release the parking brake, start theengine, and shift the transmission toposition D to make sure the transfercase is out of position N.
7.If the transfer case does notsuccessfully shift out of position N, setthe parking brake until you can haveyour vehicle serviced.
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