Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note:
Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note: You must have your intelligent access
key in the vehicle in order to shift the
transmission out of position P.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
The system does not function if:
• The key frequencies are jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the engine, locate
the backup slot (A) in one of two positions:
Type One Type Two
1. If your vehicle is equipped with Type
One, make sure to place the key
properly into the backup slot. 2. If your vehicle is equipped with Type
Two, make sure the buttons are facing
the rear of the vehicle and the key ring
up. Place the key into the backup slot.
3. With the key in this position, press the brake pedal, and then the button to
switch on the engine.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart the engine within 20 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid key is not
present.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engine
off, press the brake pedal and press the
button. After 20 seconds have expired, you
can no longer restart the engine without
the key present inside your vehicle.
Once the engine has started, it remains
running until you press the button, even if
the system does not detect a valid key. If
you open and close a door while the engine
is running, the system searches for a valid
key. You cannot restart the engine if the
system does not detect a valid key within
20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Move the transmission selector lever to position
P.
3. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
4. Start the engine.
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Automatic Engine Shutdown
If your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, it has a feature that automatically
shuts down the engine if it has been idling
for an extended period. The ignition also
turns off in order to save battery power.
Before the engine shuts down, a message
appears in the information display showing
a timer counting down from 30 seconds.
If you do not intervene within 30 seconds,
the engine shuts down. Another message
appears in the information display to
inform you that the engine has shut down
in order to save fuel. Start your vehicle as
you normally do.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
Note:
You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic engine shutdown feature.
When you switch it off temporarily, it turns
on at the next ignition cycle.
You can stop the engine shutdown, or reset
the timer, at any point before the
30-second countdown has expired by
doing any of the following:
• You can reset the timer by interacting
with your vehicle (such as pressing the
brake pedal or accelerator pedal).
• You can temporarily switch off the
shutdown feature any time the ignition
is on (for the current ignition cycle
only). Use the information display to
do so. See Information Displays
(page 105).
• During the countdown before engine
shutdown, you are prompted to press
OK or RESET (depending on your type
of information display) to temporarily
switch the feature off (for the current
ignition cycle only). Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position
P.
2. Turn the key to off.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Move the transmission selector lever to position
P.
2. Press the button once.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Note: This switches off the ignition, all
electrical circuits, warning lamps and
indicators.
Note: If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,
the ignition and engine automatically shut
down.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine. Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position
N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission selector lever to
position
P and turn the key to off.
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3. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission selector lever to
position
P.
3. Press and hold the button for one second, or press it three times within
two seconds.
4. Apply the parking brake.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes WARNING
If you smell exhaust fumes inside
your vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer
immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if
you smell exhaust fumes. Carbon
monoxide is present in exhaust fumes.
Take precautions to avoid its dangerous
effects. Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
•
Open the windows at least
1 in
(2.5 cm).
• Set your climate control to outside air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
(If
Equipped) WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heater
instructions could result in property
damage or serious personal injury. WARNINGS
Do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk
of electrical shock. Do not fully close the hood, or allow
it to drop under its own weight when
using the engine block heater. This
could damage the power cable and may
cause an electrical short resulting in fire,
injury and property damage. Note:
The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
• Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter ’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
• Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
• Do not use multiple extension cords.
• Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
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Note:
If completed successfully, the
information display shows NEUTRAL TOW
LEAVE IN N or NEUTRAL TOW ENABLED
LEAVE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL.
This indicates that your vehicle is safe to
tow with all wheels on the ground.
Note: If you do not see the message in the
display, you must perform the procedure
again from the beginning.
Note: You may hear an audible noise as the
transfer case shifts into its neutral position.
This is normal.
6. Leave the transmission in position
N
and turn the ignition as far as it will go
toward the off position (it will not turn
fully off when the transmission is in
position
N). If your vehicle has an
ignition key, you must leave the key in
the ignition while towing. To lock and
unlock your vehicle, use the keyless
entry keypad or extra set of keys. If your
vehicle has intelligent access, press the
engine
START/STOP button once
without pressing the brake pedal. You
do not need to leave your keys in the
vehicle. You can lock and unlock your
vehicle as you normally do.
7. Release the brake pedal. WARNINGS
Do not disconnect the battery during
recreational towing. Doing so will
prevent the transfer case from
shifting properly and may cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is in P
(Park). Shifting the transfer case to its
neutral position for recreational
towing may cause the vehicle to be
able to roll even if the transmission is in P
(Park). The driver or others could be
injured. Make sure the foot brake is
depressed and the vehicle is in a secure
and safe position while the transfer case
is being shifted to its neutral position. WARNINGS
Failing to put the transfer case in its
neutral position will damage vehicle
components.
Note:
You can check four-wheel-down
towing status at any time by opening the
driver's door or turning the ignition to the
accessory or on position and verifying the
NEUTRAL TOW ENABLED
message
displays in the cluster.
To exit four-wheel-down towing and return
the transfer case to its
2H position:
1. With your vehicle still properly secured
to the tow vehicle, put the ignition in
the on position, but do not start the
engine. If your vehicle has an ignition
key, turn the key to on. If your vehicle
has intelligent access, press the engine
START/STOP
button once without
pressing the brake pedal.
2. Press and hold the brake pedal.
3. Shift the transmission out of N and into
any gear.
4. Release the brake pedal.
Note: If completed successfully, the
instrument cluster displays
4X2, and
NEUTRAL TOW DISABLED.
Note: If the indicator light and message do
not display, you must perform the procedure
again from the beginning.
Note: You may hear an audible noise as the
transfer case shifts out of its neutral
position. This is normal.
Note: If
SHIFT DELAY PULL FORWARD
displays in the instrument cluster, transfer
case gear tooth blockage is present. See the
instructions after this section.
5. Apply the parking brake, and then disconnect the vehicle from the tow
vehicle.
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For a complete listing of the accessories
that are available for your vehicle, please
contact an authorized dealer or visit our
online store at www.Accessories.Ford.com
(United States only).
Ford Motor Company will repair or replace
any properly authorized dealer-installed
Ford Genuine Accessory found to be
defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period,
as well as any component damaged by the
defective accessories.
Ford Motor Company will warrant your
accessory through the warranty that
provides the greatest benefit:
•
24 months, unlimited mileage.
• The remainder of your new vehicle
limited warranty.
Contact an authorized dealer for details
and a copy of the warranty.
Exterior style
• Hood deflector.
• Chrome exhaust tips.
• Side window deflectors.
• Running boards.
• Splash guards.
• Custom graphics*.
Interior style
• Ambient lighting.
• Floor mats.
• Electrochromatic
compass/temperature interior mirror.
• Leather-trimmed interior seating*.
Lifestyle
• Smoker's package.
• Bedliners and bedmats.
• Bed ramps.
• Bed side step. •
Towing mirrors.
• Bed extender.
• Tonneau covers*.
• Interior cargo organization and
management.
• Racks and carriers*.
• Truck bed camping tent*.
• Sportliner cargo liner*.
• Rear-seat entertainment*.
• Trailer brake controller.
• Hitch balls and towbars.
• Truck bed cargo organization and
management.
• Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and
accessories.
Peace of mind
• Keyless entry keypad.
• Vehicle security systems.
• Protective seat covers*.
• Locking gas plug for capless fuel
system.
• Bumper- and hitch-mounted parking
sensors*.
• Remote start.
• Wheel locks.
• Wheel well liners.
• Bed hooks*.
• Back-up alarm*.
• Tool or cargo boxes*.
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360 Degree Parking Aid Camera............210
Camera Views...................................................... 210
Front Camera........................................................ 211
Side Camera.......................................................... 211
4
4WD See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 182
A
A/C See: Climate Control......................................... 133
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes............................................................ 192
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes ................................................................. 192
Accessories...................................................499 Exterior style....................................................... 499
Interior style......................................................... 499
Lifestyle................................................................. 499
Peace of mind.................................................... 499
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............214
Active Park Assist
........................................203
Automatic Steering into Parking
Space................................................................ 205
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature.........205
Troubleshooting the System........................ 206
Using Active Park Assist................................. 204
Adjusting the Headlamps...........................311 Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................ 312
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................... 311
Adjusting the Pedals....................................80
Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................77 Power Tilt and Telescope Steering
Column................................................................. 77
Airbag Disposal...............................................54
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 133Alarm
See: Anti-Theft Alarm......................................... 73
Ambient Lighting...........................................89
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................73 Arming the Alarm................................................. 74
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 74
Full Guard ............................................................... 74
Reduced Guard...................................................... 73
Appendices.....................................................501
At a Glance........................................................14
Audible Warnings and Indicators
...........104
Airbag Secondary Warning............................. 104
Beltminder Warning.......................................... 104
Door Ajar Warning.............................................. 104
Headlamps On Warning.................................. 104
Key in Ignition Warning..................................... 104
Keyless Warning Alert....................................... 104
Parking Brake On Warning.............................. 104
Rear Park Aid Warning..................................... 104
Service Advancetrac Warning....................... 104
Audio Control...................................................78 Media........................................................................\
78
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 78
Audio Input Jack
...........................................397
Audio System.................................................381
General Information.......................................... 381
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio
.............................388
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ CD...................................................................384
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/ SYNC.............................................................386
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/ FM...................................................................382
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/ FM/CD............................................................391
Autolamps
........................................................83
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps........................................................ 84
Automatic Climate Control.......................135
Automatic High Beam Control.................85 Activating the System........................................ 86
Manually Overriding the System.................... 86
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Information Messages................................120
4WD........................................................................\
. 132
Active Park............................................................ 120
Adaptive Cruise Control.................................... 121
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control...............121
Airbag...................................................................... 122
Alarm and Security............................................. 122
Battery and Charging System........................ 123
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 123
Collision Warning System................................ 124
Doors and Locks.................................................. 124
Driver Alert............................................................. 124
Drivetrain................................................................ 124
Engine...................................................................... 125
Fuel........................................................................\
... 125
Keys and Intelligent Access............................ 125
Lane Keeping System....................................... 126
Maintenance......................................................... 127
MyKey...................................................................... 127
Off Road................................................................. 128
Park Aid.................................................................. 129
Park Brake............................................................. 129
Power Steering.................................................... 130
Remote Start....................................................... 130
Seats....................................................................... 130
Starting System ................................................. 130
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 131
Trailer........................................................................\
131Installing Child Seats....................................20
Child Seats.............................................................. 20
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety
Seats.................................................................... 29
Front Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Regular Cab)................................................... 30
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Crew Cab and Super Cab)...................................... 30
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use) .................................................... 28
Using Inflatable Safety Belts (Rear Seat Outboard Positions)...................................... 25
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Except Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)....................................................................... 21
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)...................................................................... 23
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 27
Using Tether Straps............................................. 29
Instrument Cluster.........................................97
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................84
Instrument Panel Overview.........................17
Interior Lamps
.................................................88
Front Interior Lamps........................................... 88
Rear Interior Lamps (If Equipped)................89
Interior Mirror...................................................94 Auto-Dimming Mirror......................................... 94
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................279 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 279
Jump Starting..................................................... 280
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 279
Removing the Jumper Cables...................... 280
K
Keyless Entry
...................................................68
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 68
Keyless Starting............................................160 Ignition Modes...................................................... 161
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Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime..............................................................43
Conditions of operation..................................... 43
Safety Canopy ™.............................................52
Safety Precautions......................................168
Satellite Radio..............................................394 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 396
Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............395
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................. 395
Troubleshooting................................................. 396
Scheduled Maintenance Record............527
Scheduled Maintenance
...........................518
Seats...................................................................141
Security................................................................71
Settings...........................................................445 Clock....................................................................... 445
Display................................................................... 446
Settings.................................................................. 447
Sound.................................................................... 446
Vehicle.................................................................... 447
Side Airbags
......................................................51
Sitting in the Correct Position...................141
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 344
Snowplowing.................................................274 Engine Temperature while Plowing............276
Installing the Snowplow.................................. 274
Operating the Vehicle with the Snowplow Attached........................................................... 275
Outside Air Temperature While Plowing............................................................. 276
Snowplowing with your Airbag Equipped Vehicle............................................................... 275
Snowplow Mode................................................ 275
Transmission Operation while Plowing............................................................. 276
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance...............................................524
Exceptions............................................................ 526
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................. 213
Spot Lamps
......................................................87
Cargo and Trailer Hookup Lamps.................. 87Stability Control............................................198
Principle of Operation...................................... 198
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 160
Starting a Gasoline Engine........................161 Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 163
Failure to Start..................................................... 162
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes...............164
Important Ventilating Information..............164
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving............................................................... 163
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary......................................................... 163
Vehicles with an Ignition Key........................... 161
Vehicles with Keyless Start............................. 162
Starting and Stopping the Engine.........160 General Information.......................................... 160
Steering...........................................................229 Electric Power Steering................................... 229
Steering Wheel
................................................77
Storage Compartments.............................158
Sunroof See: Moonroof....................................................... 95
Sun Visors.........................................................95 Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 95
Supplementary Restraints System..........47 Principle of Operation......................................... 47
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services.......413
911 Assist................................................................ 413
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 419
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, United
States Only).................................................... 416
Vehicle Health Report....................................... 415
SYNC™...........................................................399 General Information......................................... 399
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................428
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