2019 FORD F-150 steering

Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four –wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display).
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if necessary.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change
Indicator Reset
(page 358). Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace engine air filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
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Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter. (Gasoline engine).
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary (Diesel Engine).
Change engine oil and filter.1
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
1 Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Exclusive Use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles Only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel. (Gasoline Engine).
Every oil change interval
Diesel 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.
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Operating in Sustained Ambient Temperatures Below -9°F (-23°C) or Above 100°F (38°C)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Rotate the tires1
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), 6 months or
600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
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Off-road Operation
Inspect functional holes in exhaust tip to make sure they
are clean and clear of debris or foreign materials. Refer to
the Vehicle Care chapter of your owner ’s manual for more
information. (Diesel Engine).
As required
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Change the engine oil and filter. 1
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km)
or 300 engine hours
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Using Biodiesel, up to and Including 20% Biodiesel (B20)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
300 engine hours
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule. Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel
drive vehicles) fluid changes or level
checks are not required unless a leak is
suspected or the assembly has been
submerged in water. Contact an authorized
dealer for service.
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360 Degree Camera...................................246
Camera Views..................................................... 247
Front Camera...................................................... 248
Side Camera........................................................ 248
4
4WD See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 218
A
A/C See: Climate Control.......................................... 147
About This Manual
...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 228
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 229
Accessories....................................................557 Exterior Style........................................................ 557
Interior Style......................................................... 557
Lifestyle.................................................................. 557
Peace of Mind..................................................... 558
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 14
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control...........250
Active Park Assist
........................................239
Automatic Steering into Parking
Space.................................................................. 241
Deactivating the Park Assist Feature.........242
Troubleshooting the System......................... 242
Using Active Park Assist................................. 240
Adjustable Pedals
.........................................90
Adjusting the Headlamps........................369 Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 370
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 369
Adjusting the Pedals....................................90
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column...........................................................86 Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles
With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column...........................................................86
End of Travel Position......................................... 87
Memory Feature.................................................... 87
Airbag Disposal...............................................57
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.......................................... 147
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter -
Diesel................................................................. 374
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - Gasoline............................................................ 374
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 83
Ambient Lighting
...........................................98
Adjusting the Brightness................................... 98
Switching Ambient Lighting Off..................... 98
Switching Ambient Lighting On..................... 98
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................83 Arming the Alarm................................................. 83
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 83
Using the System................................................. 83
Appendices...................................................586
Apps.................................................................526 ........................................................................\
.......... 526
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 528
At a Glance........................................................18
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............114 Airbag Secondary Warning.............................. 114
Beltminder Warning............................................ 114
Door Ajar Warning............................................... 114
Headlamps On Warning................................... 114
Key in Ignition Warning...................................... 114
Keyless Warning Alert........................................ 114
Parking Brake On Warning............................... 115
Rear Park Aid Warning....................................... 114
Service AdvanceTrac Warning........................ 115
Audio Control...................................................87 Media........................................................................\
88
Seek, Next or Previous....................................... 88
Audio System
................................................453
General Information......................................... 453
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Touchscreen Display..........................................................455
Adjusting the Volume...................................... 456
Changing Radio Stations............................... 456
Selecting the Audio Modes........................... 456
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Checking MyKey System Status...............67
MyKey Distance..................................................... 67
Number of Admin Keys...................................... 68
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 68
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................368
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................46
Child Restraint Positioning.........................35
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Child Safety Locks..........................................37 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 37
Right-Hand Side................................................... 37
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................382 With King Ranch Edition................................. 382
Without King Ranch Edition.......................... 382
Cleaning Products........................................377 Materials................................................................ 377
Cleaning the Engine....................................379
Cleaning the Exhaust - Diesel.................379
Cleaning the Exterior...................................377 Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 378
Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 378
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 378
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 378
Underbody............................................................ 378
Under Hood.......................................................... 378
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................381
Cleaning the Interior..................................380 Mirrors..................................................................... 381
Cleaning the Wheels..................................383
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................380
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................67
Climate.............................................................510 Accessing Rear Climate Controls.................512
Accessing the Climate Control Menu.........510
Directing the Airflow..........................................510
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........512
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 510
Setting the Temperature................................. 510
Switching Auto Mode On and Off................510
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off................................................................ 511Switching Maximum Defrost On and
Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off........................................................................\
512
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 510
Switching the Climate Controlled Seats On and Off................................................................ 511
Switching the Climate Control On and Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching the Heated Exterior Mirrors On and Off................................................................ 511
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
. 511
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off................................................................ 511
Switching the Rear Climate Controlled Seats On and Off........................................... 512
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
512
Switching the Rear Ventilated Seats On and Off............................................................... 512
Switching the Ventilated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
512
Climate Control
.............................................147
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 359
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
.......56
Creating a MyKey...........................................66
Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 67
Creating a Wi-Fi Hotspot..........................452 Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot............................................................ 452
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name and Password......................................................... 452
Cross Traffic Alert........................................266 Blocked Sensors................................................ 268
Switching the System Off and On..............268
System Errors...................................................... 268
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts................................................................. 268
System Limitations........................................... 268
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.........266
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Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular
Cab..................................................................193
Fuel Filler Funnel Location - SuperCab/ SuperCrew...................................................193
Fuel Filter - Diesel........................................365
Fuel Filter - Gasoline..................................366
Fuel Quality - Diesel
....................................188
Biodiesel................................................................ 189
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 190
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required .........189
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ...................... 188
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................191 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 191
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 192
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................192 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 192
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................327
Fuses................................................................339
Fuse Specification Chart..........................339 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 345
Power Distribution Box.................................... 339
G
Garage Door Opener
...................................166
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........166
Gauges..............................................................107 Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge................110
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..........109
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................. 109
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 109
Information Display............................................ 110
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................ 109
Turbo Boost Gauge........................................... 109
Type 1 and 2........................................................... 107
Type 3..................................................................... 108Gearbox
See: Transmission............................................... 212
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................58
Intelligent Access................................................. 58
General Maintenance Information.......562 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 565
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 563
Protecting Your Investment........................... 562
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 562
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 562
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................335
Getting the Services You Need...............332 Away From Home.............................................. 332
H
Hazard Flashers............................................327
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.................... 369
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 155
Head Restraints.............................................155 Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 156
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................153
Heated Rear Window..................................153
Heated Seats.................................................163 Rear Heated Seats............................................. 163
Heated Steering Wheel...............................89
Heated Windshield.......................................153 Windshield Wiper De-Icer................................ 153
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 147
Hill Descent Control
...................................236
Principle of Operation...................................... 236
Hill Start Assist.............................................230 Switching the System On and Off................231
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 231
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................150
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................. 152
General Hints....................................................... 150
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................. 152
Quickly Heating the Interior............................. 151
Recommended Settings for Cooling...........152
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Recommended Settings for Heating...........151
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................229
Home Screen................................................492
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........350
I
Ignition Switch................................................174
In California (U.S. Only).............................333
Information Display Control......................89
Information Displays
....................................116
General Information........................................... 116
Information Messages
................................128
4WD........................................................................\
. 145
Active Park............................................................ 129
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 129
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control..............130
Airbag...................................................................... 130
Alarm and Security.............................................. 131
Battery and Charging System......................... 131
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 132
Diesel Messages.................................................. 132
Doors and Locks.................................................. 135
Driver Alert............................................................. 135
Drivetrain................................................................ 136
Engine..................................................................... 136
Fuel........................................................................\
.. 136
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 137
Lane Keeping System....................................... 138
Maintenance........................................................ 138
MyKey...................................................................... 139
Off Road................................................................. 139
Park Aid.................................................................. 140
Park Brake............................................................. 140
Power Steering..................................................... 141
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 141
Pro Trailer Backup Assist................................. 142
Remote Start........................................................ 143
Seats........................................................................\
143
Side-Wind.............................................................. 143
Starting System ................................................. 144
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.................144
Trailer...................................................................... 144
Installing Child Restraints...........................22 Child Seats.............................................................. 22Combining Seatbelt and LATCH Lower
Anchors for Attaching Child Safety
Seats.................................................................... 30
Front Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Regular Cab).................................................... 31
Rear Seat Tether Strap Attachment (Crew Cab and Super Cab)....................................... 32
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outermost Seating Positions (Center
Seating Use) .................................................... 30
Using Inflatable Seatbelts (Rear Seat Outermost Positions).................................... 26
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Except Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)...................................................................... 22
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts (Front Center Position of Super Cab and Crew
Cab)...................................................................... 24
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 29
Using Tether Straps............................................ 30
Instrument Cluster
.......................................107
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................94
Instrument Panel
............................................18
Interior Lamps.................................................97
Front Interior Lamp.............................................. 97
Rear Interior Lamps............................................ 98
Interior Mirror
.................................................104
Automatic Dimming Mirror............................. 105
Manual Dimming Mirror................................... 104
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle........................328 Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 328
Jump Starting...................................................... 329
Preparing Your Vehicle..................................... 328
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 329
K
Keyless Entry....................................................73 SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD............................................................... 73
Keyless Starting
.............................................175
Ignition Modes...................................................... 175
Keys and Remote Controls.........................58
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