2021 FORD F-150 sport mode

SLIPPERY - RAPTOR
For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. Use this mode for
crossing terrain where loose or slippery
materials cover a firm surface. Slippery
mode lowers throttle response and
optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive auto is the default
four-wheel drive mode. Two-wheel drive
high is not available in slippery mode.
Normal is the default steering, suspension,
and exhaust modes. Off-road steering
mode is not available. All suspension and
exhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine and
transmission controls to slippery mode.
The system tunes stability and traction
controls to slippery mode.
The electronic locking differential is
available below 25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
Note: Do not use this mode when driving
on dry pavement. This could cause driveline
bind up and damage the system depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection.
See
Four-Wheel Drive (page 291).
SLIPPERY - 4X4, VEHICLES WITH:
ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. Use this mode for
crossing terrain where loose or slippery
materials cover a firm surface. Slippery
mode lowers throttle response and
optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
Four-wheel drive high is the default
four-wheel drive mode. All four-wheel drive
modes are selectable in slippery mode. The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
Note: Do not use this mode when driving
on dry pavement. This could cause driveline
bind up and damage the system depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection.
See
Four-Wheel Drive (page 291).
SLIPPERY - 4X2 For less than ideal road
conditions such as snow or ice
covered roads. Use this mode for
crossing terrain where loose or slippery
materials cover a firm surface. Slippery
mode lowers throttle response and
optimizes shifting for slippery surfaces.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 305).
Note: Do not use this mode when driving
on dry pavement. This could cause driveline
bind up and damage the system depending
on the four-wheel drive mode selection.
See
Four-Wheel Drive (page 291).
SPORT - 4X4, VEHICLES WITH: 2-
SPEED TORQUE ON DEMAND For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
Four-wheel drive auto is the default
four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive
low is not available in sport mode.
The system tunes the steering and
suspension to provide a more connected
and spirited driving experience.
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The electronic locking differential is
available below 25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
SPORT - RAPTOR For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
Two-wheel drive high is the default
four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive
low is not available in sport mode.
Sport is the default steering, suspension,
and exhaust modes. Off-road steering
mode is not available. All suspension and
exhaust modes are available.
The system tunes the engine and
transmission controls to sport mode.
The system tunes the stability and traction
controls to normal mode.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
SPORT - 4X4, VEHICLES WITH:
ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
Two-wheel drive high is the default
four-wheel drive mode. Four-wheel drive
low is not available in sport mode. The system tunes the steering and
suspension to provide a more connected
and spirited driving experience.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
SPORT - 4X2 For sporty driving with improved
performance handling and
response. This mode increases
accelerator pedal response and provides
a sportier steering feel. The powertrain
system holds onto lower gears longer,
helping your vehicle accelerate faster.
The system tunes the steering and
suspension to provide a more connected
and spirited driving experience.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 305).
TOW/HAUL - RAPTOR For improved transmission
operation when towing a trailer
or a heavy load. This mode
moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to
reduce the frequency of transmission
shifting. This mode also provides engine
braking in all forward gears, which slows
your vehicle and assists you in controlling
your vehicle when descending a slope. The
amount of downshift braking provided
varies based on the amount you press the
brake pedal.
All four-wheel drive modes are selectable
when in tow/haul mode. This mode does
not default to a certain four-wheel drive
mode and maintains the previous
selection.
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Normal is the default steering and exhaust
modes. Off-road steering mode is not
available. All exhaust modes are available.
Sport is the default suspension mode.
Normal suspension mode is available.
Off-road suspension mode is not available.
The system tunes the engine and
transmission controls to tow mode.
The system tunes the stability and traction
controls to normal mode.
The electronic locking differential is
available below 25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303).
TOW/HAUL - 4X4 For improved transmission
operation when towing a trailer
or a heavy load. This mode
moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to
reduce the frequency of transmission
shifting. This mode also provides engine
braking in all forward gears, which slows
your vehicle and assists you in controlling
your vehicle when descending a slope. The
amount of downshift braking provided
varies based on the amount you press the
brake pedal.
All four-wheel drive modes are selectable
in tow/haul mode. This mode does not
default to a certain four-wheel drive mode
and maintains the previous selection.
The system tunes the steering and
suspension to enhance driving comfort
when towing or carrying heavy loads.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 303). TOW/HAUL - 4X2 For improved transmission
operation when towing a trailer
or a heavy load. This mode
moves upshifts to higher engine speeds to
reduce the frequency of transmission
shifting. This mode also provides engine
braking in all forward gears, which slows
your vehicle and assists you in controlling
your vehicle when descending a slope. The
amount of downshift braking provided
varies based on the amount you press the
brake pedal.
The system tunes the steering and
suspension to enhance driving comfort
when towing or carrying heavy loads.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 305).
TRAIL - 4X2 Trail mode is for off-road driving
on muddy, rutted, soft or uneven
terrain. This mode lowers
throttle response to increase wheel spin
to keep the tires clear and to prevent
getting stuck.
The electronic locking differential is
available below
25 mph (40 km/h). See
Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off
(page 305).
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How Does Digital Radio Work......................
629
Switching Digital Radio Reception On and Off...................................................................... 630
What Is Digital Radio....................................... 629
Directing the Flow of Air............................188
Disposing of Airbags.....................................85
Distance Alert................................................401 Adjusting the Sensitivity of Distance
Alert.................................................................... 401
What Is Distance Alert..................................... 401
Distance Indication....................................400 Distance Indication Indicator......................... 401
Switching Distance Indication On and Off....................................................................... 401
What Is Distance Indication.......................... 400
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings.......................................................105
Doors and Locks
...........................................104
Autolock................................................................. 105
Autounlock........................................................... 105
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting...........106
Mislock................................................................... 105
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle............................................................... 104
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle............................................................... 104
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting........................................106
Doors and Locks – Frequently Asked Questions.......................................................... 107
Doors and Locks – Information Messages......................................................... 106
Doors and Locks – Warning Lamps............106
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - Diesel.............................................................518
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L EcoBoost™, Vehicles With: Dual Generators...........531
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L EcoBoost™, Vehicles With: Single Generator...........531
Drive Belt Routing - 3.0L Diesel
...............531
Drive Belt Routing - 3.3L............................532
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV).............................................532
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost™, Vehicles With: Dual Generators...........532
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost™, Vehicles With: Single Generator..........532 Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With:
Dual Generators
........................................533
Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Single Generator.......................................533
Drive Mode Control.......................................371 Drive Mode Control –
Troubleshooting........................................... 380
Drive Modes.......................................................... 373
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting.......................................380
Drive Mode Control – Frequently Asked Questions......................................................... 381
Drive Mode Control – Information Messages........................................................ 380
Drive Mode Control – Warning Lamps............................................................... 380
Drive Modes....................................................373 Baja........................................................................\
.. 373
Deep Snow/Sand............................................... 374
Eco........................................................................\
... 374
Mud/Ruts.............................................................. 375
Normal................................................................... 375
Rock Crawl............................................................ 376
Slippery.................................................................. 376
Sport........................................................................\
377
Tow/Haul.............................................................. 378
Trail........................................................................\
.. 379
Driver Alert.....................................................407 Driver Alert – Troubleshooting..................... 408
Driver Alert Limitations..............................407
Driver Alert Precautions............................407
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting...............408 Driver Alert – Information Messages.........408
Driving Economically..................................476
Driving Hints
..................................................470
Driving in Special Conditions......................... 477
Off-Road Driving................................................ 470
Driving in Special Conditions...................477 Emergency Maneuvers..................................... 477
Driving on Snow and Ice............................476
E
Easy Entry and Exit
........................................112
Eco Idle............................................................250
How Does Eco Idle Work................................ 250
Switching Eco Idle On and Off..................... 250
What Is Eco Idle................................................. 250
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