2020 FORD F-150 instrument panel

Introduction
About This Manual
..........................................9
Symbols Glossary ............................................
9
Data Recording .................................................
11
Perchlorate .......................................................
16
Ford Credit ........................................................
16
Replacement Parts Recommendation ........................................................................\
...
16
Special Notices ................................................
17
Mobile Communications Equipment ........................................................................\
...
18
Export Unique Options ................................
18
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................
19
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ..........................................
20
Child Safety
General Information .....................................
22
Installing Child Restraints ..........................
24
Booster Seats .................................................
35
Child Restraint Positioning .........................
37
Child Safety Locks ........................................
39
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................
40
Fastening the Seatbelts ..............................
41
Seatbelt Height Adjustment .....................
45
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime ............................................................
45
Seatbelt Reminder .......................................
46
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance ...............................................
48
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................
48
Personal Safety System ™
Personal Safety System ™........................
50 Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation ..................................
51
Driver and Passenger Airbags ...................
52
Front Passenger Sensing System ...........
53
Side Airbags ....................................................
55
Safety Canopy ™............................................
57
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator ......
58
Airbag Disposal ..............................................
59
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies ................................................
60
Remote Control .............................................
60
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
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66
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation ..................................
67
Creating a MyKey ..........................................
68
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................
69
Checking MyKey System Status .............
69
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................
70
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................
70
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ................................
72
Keyless Entry ...................................................
75
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock ....................................................
77
Manual Tailgate ..............................................
77
Electronic Tailgate .........................................
77
Removing the Tailgate .................................
78
Tailgate Step ...................................................
79
Bed Extender ..................................................
80
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................
82
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Snow Plowing
...............................................327
Floor Mats ......................................................
329
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
331
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
332
Fuel Shutoff ..................................................
332
Jump Starting the Vehicle .......................
333
Post-Crash Alert System .........................
335
Transporting the Vehicle ..........................
335
Towing Points ..............................................
336
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
337
In California (U.S. Only) ...........................
338
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) ....................
339
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only) ......................
340
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada ......................................................
340
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature ........................................................................\
342
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only) ........................................................................\
342
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only) ........................................................................\
342
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart .........................
344
Changing a Fuse ..........................................
353
Maintenance
General Information ..................................
355
Opening and Closing the Hood .............
355
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™ ........................................................................\
356
Under Hood Overview - 3.0L Diesel ......
357
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L ..................
358
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™ ........................................................................\
359 Under Hood Overview - 5.0L
.................
360
Engine Oil Dipstick - Gasoline .................
361
Engine Oil Dipstick - Diesel ......................
361
Engine Oil Check - Gasoline ....................
361
Engine Oil Check - Diesel .........................
362
Oil Change Indicator Reset .....................
363
Changing the Engine Air Filter - Gasoline ........................................................................\
364
Changing the Engine Air Filter - Diesel ........................................................................\
364
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - Diesel ..........................................................
366
Engine Coolant Check ..............................
366
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check ........................................................................\
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371
Transfer Case Fluid Check ........................
371
Brake Fluid Check ........................................
372
Power Steering Fluid Check ....................
373
Changing the 12V Battery .........................
373
Adjusting the Headlamps ........................
375
Washer Fluid Check ...................................
376
Fuel Filter - Diesel .......................................
376
Fuel Filter - Gasoline ..................................
376
Checking the Wiper Blades .....................
376
Changing the Wiper Blades .....................
377
Changing a Bulb ...........................................
377
Vehicle Care
General Information ..................................
382
Cleaning Products ......................................
382
Cleaning the Exterior .................................
383
Waxing ............................................................
384
Cleaning the Engine ..................................
384
Cleaning the Exhaust - Diesel ...............
385
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
385
Cleaning the Interior ..................................
385
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens ......................
386
Cleaning Leather Seats ............................
387
Repairing Minor Paint Damage .............
388
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Wiper lever. See Windshield Wipers (page 93).
A
Information display controls.
See General Information (page 120).
B
Instrument cluster. See
General Information (page 120).
C
Audio controls. See
Audio Control (page 90).
D
Audio system. See
Audio System (page 478).
E
Hill descent control. See
Using Hill Descent Control (page 241).
F
Information and entertainment display.
G
360 degree parking aid camera button. See 360 Degree Camera (page 250).
H
Climate controls. See
Climate Control (page 151).
I
Auxiliary power point.
See Auxiliary Power Points (page 175).
J
Integrated trailer brake controller. See
Essential Towing Checks (page 314).
K
Four-wheel drive control. See
Using Four-Wheel Drive (page 223).
L
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The front passenger sensing system uses
a passenger airbag status indicator which
illuminates indicating that the front
passenger frontal airbag is either on
(enabled) or off (disabled). The indicator
lamp is in the center stack of the
instrument panel.
Note:
When you first switch the ignition on,
the passenger airbag status indicator off
and on lamps illuminate for a short period
to confirm they are functional.
The front passenger sensing system is
designed to disable (will not inflate) the
front passenger frontal airbag under
certain conditions:
• The front passenger seat is
unoccupied.
• The system determines an infant is
present in a child restraint.
• A passenger takes their weight off of
the seat for a period of time.
• If there is a problem with the airbag
system or the passenger sensing
system.
Even with this technology, parents are
strongly encouraged to always properly
restrain children in the rear seat.
• When the front passenger sensing
system disables (will not inflate) the
front passenger frontal airbag, the
passenger airbag status indicator
illuminates the off lamp and stays lit
to remind you that the front passenger
frontal airbag is disabled.
• If you have installed the child restraint
and the passenger airbag status
indicator illuminates the on lamp, then
switch your vehicle off, remove the
child restraint from your vehicle and
reinstall the restraint following the
child restraint manufacturer's
instructions. The front passenger sensing system works
with sensors that are part of the front
passenger seat and seatbelt. The sensors
are designed to detect the presence of a
properly seated occupant and determine
if the front passenger frontal airbag should
be enabled.
•
When the front passenger sensing
system enables the front passenger
frontal airbag (may inflate), the
passenger airbag status indicator
illuminates the on lamp and remains
illuminated.
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front
passenger seat, but the passenger airbag
status indicator off lamp is lit, it is possible
that the person is not sitting properly in the
seat. If this happens:
• Switch your vehicle off and ask the
person to place the seat backrest in an
upright position.
• Have the person sit upright in the seat,
centered on the seat cushion, with the
person's legs comfortably extended.
• Restart your vehicle and have the
person remain in this position for about
two minutes. This allows the system
to detect that person and enable the
passenger frontal airbag.
• If the indicator off lamp remains lit
even after this, you should advise the
person to ride in the rear seat.
After all occupants have adjusted their
seats and put on seatbelts, it is very
important that they continue to sit
properly. A properly seated occupant sits
upright, leaning against the seat backrest,
and centered on the seat cushion, with
their feet comfortably extended on the
floor. Sitting improperly can increase the
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Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING:
To avoid exhaust
fumes, do not use remote start if your
vehicle is parked indoors or in areas that
are not well ventilated.
Note: Do not use remote start if your fuel
level is low. The remote start button is on the
transmitter.
This feature allows you to start your
vehicle from the outside. The transmitter
has an extended operating range.
If your vehicle has automatic climate
control, you can configure it to operate
when you remote start your vehicle. See
Climate Control
(page 151). A manual
climate control system will run at the
setting it was set to when you switched
your vehicle off.
Many states and provinces have
restrictions for the use of remote start.
Check your local and state or provincial
laws for specific requirements regarding
remote start systems.
The remote start system does not work if:
• The ignition is on.
• The alarm system triggers.
• You disable the feature.
• The hood is open.
• The transmission is not in park (P).
• The vehicle battery voltage is too low.
• The service engine soon light is on.
Remote Control Feedback (If
Equipped)
An LED on the remote control provides
status feedback of remote start or stop
commands. Status
LED
Remote startsuccessful
Solid green
Remote stopsuccessful
Solid red
Request failed or
status not received
Blinking red
Status incomplete
Blinking green
Remote Starting your Vehicle
Note: You must press each button within
three seconds of each other. If you do not
follow this sequence, your vehicle does not
start remotely, the direction indicators do
not flash twice and the horn does not sound. To remote start your vehicle:
1. Press the lock button to lock all the
doors.
2. Press the remote start button twice. The exterior lamps flash twice.
The horn sounds if the system fails to start.
Note: You must press the push button
ignition switch on the instrument panel once
while applying the brake pedal before
driving your vehicle.
The power windows do not work during
remote start and the radio does not turn
on automatically.
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ADJUSTING THE PEDALS
WARNING: Never use the pedal
adjustment controls when your feet are
on the accelerator or brake pedal when
the vehicle is moving.
Note: Adjust the pedals only when your
vehicle is in park (P).
Depending on your vehicle and equipment
level, the shape and location of your
power-adjustable pedal control can vary.
• If your control is vertical, then it is to
the left of the steering column and on
the instrument panel.
• If your control is horizontal, then it is on
the left side of the steering column and
on the instrument panel.
Vertical Control Farther away from you.
A.
Closer to you.
B. Horizontal Control Farther away from you.
A.
Closer to you.
B.
Both horizontal and vertical controls
operate the same way:
1. Press and hold A to move the pedals farther away from you.
2. Press and hold B to move the pedals closer to you.
You can save and recall the pedal positions
with the memory feature. See
Seats
(page 158).
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Condensation in the Exterior Front
Lamps and Rear Lamps
Exterior front lamps and rear lamps have
vents to accommodate normal changes
in air pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product
of this design. When moist air enters the
lamp assembly through the vents, there is
a possibility that condensation can occur
when the temperature is cold. When
normal condensation occurs, a fine mist
can form on the interior of the lens. The
fine mist eventually clears and exits
through the vents during normal operation.
Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours
under dry weather conditions.
Examples of acceptable condensation are:
•
The presence of a fine mist (no streaks,
drip marks or large droplets).
• A fine mist covers less than 50% of the
lens.
Examples of unacceptable condensation
are:
• A water puddle inside the lamp.
• Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.
If you see any unacceptable condensation,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized
dealer. LIGHTING CONTROL Lamps off.
A
Parking lamps, instrument panel
lamps, license plate lamps and
rear lamps.
B
Headlamps.
C
Headlamp High Beam Push the lever away from you to
switch the high beam on.
Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.
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To adjust your mirrors, make sure you
switch your vehicle on (with the ignition in
accessory mode or the engine running) and
then:
1. Press and release the control. It lights.
2. Press the adjustment control to
position the mirrors.
•Press the left arrow to extend the
mirrors out. Press the right arrow to
retract the mirrors in.
• Press the up or down arrow to fold
the mirrors toward the window
glass. Press the up or down arrow
again to fold the mirrors out.
Note: Moving the mirrors 10 or more times
within one minute, or repeated folding and
unfolding of the mirrors while holding the
control down during full travel, may disable
the system to protect the motors from
overheating. Wait approximately three
minutes with the vehicle running, and up to
10 minutes with the vehicle off, for the
system to reset and for function to return to
normal.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See
Heated Exterior Mirrors (page 156).
Memory Mirrors
(If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirror
positions through the memory function.
See
Memory Function (page 164). Auto-dimming Feature
(If Equipped)
The driver exterior mirror automatically
dims when the interior auto-dimming
mirror turns on.
Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
While the vehicle is running, the
forward-facing portion of the appropriate
mirror housing blinks when you switch on
the direction indicator.
Puddle Lamps
(If Equipped)
The lamps on the bottom part of the mirror
housing light when you use your
transmitter to unlock the doors or when
you open a door.
Clearance Lamps
(If Equipped)
The lower, outer part of the mirror housings
light when you switch the headlamps or
parking lamps on.
Spot Lamps
(If Equipped)
The area lights are on the forward-facing
portion of the mirror housing. You can
switch them on and off by using the
controls located on the instrument panel.
See
Lighting (page 95).
360-Degree Camera
(If Equipped)
Each mirror includes a camera.
Integrated Blind Spot Mirror
(If
Equipped) WARNING:
Objects in the mirror
are closer than they appear.
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