2017 FORD F150 power steering fluid

Load Carrying
Load Retaining Fixtures.............................247
Load Limit......................................................248
Bed Access
.....................................................252
Bed Ramps
.....................................................253
Towing
Towing a Trailer
............................................256
Trailer Reversing Aids..................................257
Trailer Sway Control....................................267
Recommended Towing Weights............267
Essential Towing Checks..........................278
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
......285
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................288
Economical Driving
.....................................288
Driving Through Water
..............................289
Floor Mats
......................................................289
Snowplowing................................................290
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance..................................293
Hazard Warning Flashers.........................294
Fuel Shutoff...................................................294
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................295
Post-Crash Alert System
..........................297
Transporting the Vehicle...........................297
Towing Points
...............................................298
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need..............300
In California (U.S. Only).............................301
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).....................302
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only).......................303
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
........................................................303 Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature....................................................304
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)............................................................305
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)............................................................305
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart..........................307
Changing a Fuse............................................315
Maintenance
General Information
.....................................317
Opening and Closing the Hood...............317
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™.................................................318
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L
....................319
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™................................................320
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L....................321
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................322
Engine Oil Check..........................................322
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................323
Engine Coolant Check................................323
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................327
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................328
Brake Fluid Check
........................................328
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................328
Washer Fluid Check
....................................329
Fuel Filter........................................................329
Changing the 12V Battery.........................329
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................331
Changing the Wiper Blades......................331
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................332
Changing a Bulb
...........................................333
Bulb Specification Chart...........................337
Changing the Engine Air Filter................339
Vehicle Care
General Information
...................................340
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Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Windshield wash and wipe DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are
capable of collecting and storing
diagnostic information about your vehicle.
This potentially includes information about
the performance or status of various
systems and modules in the vehicle, such
as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and
service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company
(Ford of Canada in Canada), and service
and repair facilities may access or share
among them vehicle diagnostic
information received through a direct
connection to your vehicle when
diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Additionally, Ford Motor Company (Ford
of Canada, in Canada) may, where
permitted by law, use vehicle diagnostic
information for vehicle improvement or
with other information we may have about
you, (for example, your contact
information), to offer you products or
services that may interest you. Data may
be provided to our service providers such
as part suppliers that may help diagnose
malfunctions, and who are similarly
obligated to protect data. We retain this
data only as long as necessary to perform
these functions or to comply with law. We
may provide information where required
in response to official requests to law
enforcement or other government
authorities or third parties acting with
lawful authority or court order, and such
information may be used in legal
proceedings. For U.S. only (if equipped), if
you choose to use connected apps and
services, such as SYNC Vehicle Health
Report or MyFord Mobile App, you consent
that certain diagnostic information may
also be accessed electronically by Ford
Motor Company and Ford authorized
service facilities, and that the diagnostic
information may be used to provide
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Lane Keeping System
Action
Message
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Lane Keeping Sys.
Malfunction Service Required
The system has detected a condition that has caused thesystem to be temporarily unavailable.
Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available
The system has detected a condition that requires you toclean the windshield in order for it to operate properly.
Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen
The system has malfunctioned. Contact an authorized dealeras soon as possible.
Front Camera Malfunc-
tion Service Required
The system requests you to keep your hands on the steering wheel.
Keep Hands on Steering
Wheel
Maintenance Action
Message
Stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and turn off the
engine. Check the oil level. If the warning stays on or continues to come on with your engine running, contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Low Engine Oil Pressure
The engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. See Engine Oil
Check (page 322).
Change Engine Oil Soon
The oil life left is at 0%.
See Engine Oil Check (page 322).
Oil Change Required
The brake fluid level is low, inspected the brake systemimmediately. See
Brake Fluid Check (page 328).
Brake Fluid Level Low
The brake system needs servicing. Stop your vehicle in a safeplace. Contact an authorized dealer.
Check Brake System
Your vehicle is still in Transport or Factory mode. This may
not allow some features to operate properly. See an author- ized dealer.
Transport / Factory
Mode Contact Dealer
The powertrain needs service due to a powertrain malfunction.
See Manual
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There may be certain instances when there
is a false alert by the Cross Traffic Alert
system that illuminates the alert indicator
with no vehicle in the coverage zone. Some
amount of false alerts are normal; they are
temporary and self-correct.
System Errors
If Cross Traffic Alert senses a problem with
the left or right sensor a message will
appear in the information display. See
Information Messages (page 126).
Switching the System Off and On
You can temporarily switch Cross Traffic
Alert off in the information display. See
General Information
(page 110). When
you switch Cross Traffic Alert off, you will
not receive alerts and the information
display will display a system off message.
Note: The Cross Traffic Alert switches on
whenever the ignition is switched on and
ready to provide appropriate alerts when
the transmission is in reverse (R). Cross
Traffic Alert will not remember the last
selected on or off setting.
You can also have Cross Traffic Alert
switched off permanently at an authorized
dealer. Once switched off permanently,
the system can only be switched back on
at an authorized dealer.
STEERING
Electric Power Steering WARNINGS
The electric power steering system
has diagnostic checks that
continuously monitor the system. If
a fault is detected, a message displays in
the information display. Stop your vehicle
as soon as it is safe to do so. Switch the WARNINGS
ignition off. After at least 10 seconds,
switch the ignition on and watch the
information display for a steering system
warning message. If a steering system
warning message returns, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer. If the system detects an error, you
may not feel a difference in the
steering, however a serious condition
may exist. Obtain immediate service from
an authorized dealer, failure to do so may
result in loss of steering control. Your vehicle has an electric power steering
system. There is no fluid reservoir. No
maintenance is required.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while
you are driving, electric power steering
assistance is lost. The steering system still
operates and you can steer your vehicle
manually. Manually steering your vehicle
requires more effort.
Extreme continuous steering may increase
the effort required for you to steer your
vehicle. This increased effort prevents
overheating and permanent damage to
the steering system. You do not lose the
ability to steer your vehicle manually.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers
allow the system to cool and return to
normal operation.
Steering Tips
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•
Correct tire pressures.
• Uneven tire wear.
• Loose or worn suspension
components.
• Loose or worn steering components.
• Improper vehicle alignment.
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•
The tire air pressures recommended
for general driving are on the vehicle ’s
Safety Certification Label. The
maximum cold inflation pressure for
the tire and associated load rating are
on the tire sidewall. Tire air pressure
may require re-adjustment within these
pressure limits to accommodate the
additional weight of the snowplow
installation.
• Federal and some local regulations
require additional exterior lamps for
snowplow-equipped vehicles. Contact
an authorized dealer for additional
information.
Snowplow Mode (If Equipped)
Press the snowplow button on the
instrument panel to switch on snowplow
mode. The button illuminates when in
snowplow mode. A message appears in
the information display indicating that
features are turned off when in snowplow
mode.
The following features are disabled when
in snowplow mode:
• 110V inverter.
• Fog lamps.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Heated front and rear seats.
• Massaging seats.
The body module also activates the
snowplow relay that provides power to
aftermarket snowplow controls.
Switch off snowplow mode by pressing
the snowplow button or switching off the
ignition. The snowplow button is no longer
illuminated and features are turned on. Note:
The electrical system is designed to
support the addition of a residential
snowplow (up to 60 Amps continuous) and
snowplow lights (up to 20 Amps
continuous) using snowplow mode. The
system is not designed to support snowplow
usage with additional electrical aftermarket
accessories.
Operating the Vehicle with the
Snowplow Attached
Note: Drive the vehicle at least 500 miles
(800 kilometers) before using your vehicle
for snow removal.
We recommend vehicle speed does not
exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when
snowplowing.
The attached snowplow blade restricts
airflow to the radiator, and may cause the
engine to run at a higher temperature.
Attention to engine temperature is
especially important when outside
temperatures are above freezing. Angle
the blade to maximize airflow to the
radiator and monitor engine temperature
to determine whether a left or right angle
provides the best performance.
Follow the severe duty schedule in your
Scheduled Maintenance information for
engine oil and transmission fluid change
intervals.
Snowplowing with your Airbag
Equipped Vehicle WARNINGS
Do not attempt to service, repair, or
modify the airbag supplemental
restraint system (SRS) or its fuses.
Contact a Ford or Lincoln dealer.
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TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CHECK
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug.
3. Inspect the fluid level. The fluid level
should be within 0.12 in (3 mm) from
the bottom of the hole.
4. Add fluid through the filler hole.
Use only fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 381). BRAKE FLUID CHECK WARNINGS
Do not use any fluid other than the
recommended brake fluid as this will
reduce brake efficiency. Use of
incorrect fluid could result in the loss of
vehicle control, serious personal injury or
death. Only use brake fluid from a sealed
container. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage or failure. Failure to adhere to this
warning could result in the loss of vehicle
control, serious personal injury or death. Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with
plenty of water and contact your physician. A fluid level between the
MAX and
MIN lines is within the normal
operating range and there is no need
to add fluid. A fluid level not in the normal
operating range could compromise the
performance of the system. Have your
vehicle checked immediately. To avoid fluid contamination, the reservoir
cap must remain in place and fully tight,
unless you are adding fluid.
Only use fluid that meets Ford
specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 381).
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill.
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P
Parking Aids....................................................213
Principle of Operation....................................... 213
Parking Brake................................................204
Passive Anti-Theft System
.........................74
SecuriLock ™........................................................... 74
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 74
Pedals................................................................84
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Personal Safety System ™
..........................44
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 44
Phone
...............................................................492
During a Phone Call......................................... 496
Making Calls........................................................ 495
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time................................................................... 492
Phone Menu........................................................ 493
Receiving Calls................................................... 496
Smartphone Connectivity.............................. 497
Text Messaging................................................... 497
Post-Crash Alert System...........................297
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 64
Power Running Boards
.................................78
Power Seats....................................................152
Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active
Motion ............................................................... 153
Power Lumbar..................................................... 153
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................328
Power Windows
.............................................95
Accessory Delay................................................... 96
Bounce-Back......................................................... 95
One-Touch Up or Down..................................... 95
Window Lock......................................................... 96
Protecting the Environment........................15
R
Rear Axle
..........................................................201
Rear Parking Aid............................................213
Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 214
Rear Seat Armrest........................................159
Rear Seats.......................................................156 Folding Up the Rear Seat Cushion ..............156 Returning the Seat to the Seating
Position............................................................. 156
Rear View Camera
.......................................218
Camera guidelines............................................. 219
Manual Zoom...................................................... 220
Obstacle Distance Indicator.......................... 220
Rear Camera Delay........................................... 220
Using the Rear View Camera System.........218
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 218
Recommended Towing Weights
............267
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 277
Refueling.........................................................180 System Warnings................................................ 182
Remote Control..............................................53 Car Finder................................................................ 56
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................. 53
Intelligent Access Key......................................... 54
Memory Feature................................................... 56
Remote Start.......................................................... 57
Replacing the Battery......................................... 54
Sounding a Panic Alarm..................................... 57
Remote Start.................................................148 Automatic Settings............................................ 148
Removing the Tailgate.................................70
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............345
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................12
Collision Repairs.................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 12
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................58
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................305
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................305
Roadside Assistance..................................293 Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 293
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside Assistance Program Coverage................294
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance....................................................... 294
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance................................... 293
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Steering...........................................................243
Electric Power Steering................................... 243
Steering Wheel Lock...................................169
Steering Wheel...............................................80
Storage Compartments............................166
Sunroof See: Moonroof..................................................... 100
Sun Visors
.......................................................100
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................. 100
Supplementary Restraints System.........45 Principle of Operation........................................ 45
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3.........................................................461 General Information.......................................... 461
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.......................521
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................439
911 Assist............................................................... 439
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................. 441
SYNC™............................................................423 General Information......................................... 423
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................453
T
Tailgate Lock
....................................................69
Tailgate Step.....................................................71
Closing the Step..................................................... 71
Opening the Step................................................... 71
Tailgate..............................................................69
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............381
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................302
Tire Care
...........................................................351
Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 352
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 351
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 353
Temperature A B C............................................ 352
Traction AA A B C................................................ 351
Treadwear.............................................................. 351
Tire Pressure Monitoring System...........367 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 368
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 368Tires
See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 349
Towing a Trailer
............................................256
Load Placement................................................. 257
Towing Points
...............................................298
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels..........................................................285
Emergency Towing............................................ 285
Recreational Towing......................................... 285
Towing.............................................................256
Traction Control
...........................................208
Principle of Operation..................................... 208
Trailer Reversing Aids..................................257 Principle of Operation...................................... 258
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™............................ 257
Setting Up Pro Trailer Backup Assist.........258
Troubleshooting................................................. 262
Using Pro Trailer Backup Assist..................... 261
Trailer Sway Control....................................267
Transfer Case Fluid Check........................328
Transmission Code Designation............387
Transmission..................................................186
Transmission See: Transmission.............................................. 186
Transporting the Vehicle...........................297
Type Approvals
............................................582
RF Certification Logos for Tire Pressure
Monitoring Sensor(s).................................. 582
U
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™..................................................318
2.7L EcoBoost...................................................... 318
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................320
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L....................319
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L....................321
Unique Driving Characteristics.................174
Universal Garage Door Opener...............160 HomeLink Wireless Control System...........160
USB Port
..........................................................422
Using Adaptive Cruise Control................225 Blocked Sensor.................................................. 230
Changing the Set Speed................................. 228
Detection Issues................................................. 229
Disengaging the System................................. 228
Following a Vehicle........................................... 226
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