2021 FORD F-150 headlamp

4. On the wall or screen, observe a light
pattern with a distinct horizontal edge
toward the right. If this edge is not at
the horizontal reference line, adjust the
beam so the edge is at the same height
as the horizontal reference line. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a #2 Phillips
screwdriver to turn the adjuster either
counterclockwise or clockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the
other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.
EXTERIOR BULBS
EXTERIOR BULB SPECIFICATION
CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized D.O.T. marking
for North America to make sure they have
the proper lamp performance, light
brightness, light pattern and safe visibility.
The correct bulbs will not damage the
lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly
warranty and will provide quality bulb
illumination time. Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
16
912
Central high mounted stop lamp.
LED
LED
Central high mounted cargo lamp.
Vehicles with cargo box.
LED
LED
Daytime running lamp (XLT optional,
Lariat, Platinum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
H11
Daytime running lamp (XLT optional,
XL).
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Power (Watt)
Specification
Lamp
LED
LED
Front turn signal and parking lamp
(XLT optional, Lariat, Platinum, King
Ranch, Limited).
21/5
4257NA
Front turn signal and parking lamp
(XLT optional, XL).
LED
LED
Front fog lamp (XLT optional, Lariat,
Platinum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
9140
Front fog lamp (XL and XLT optional).
LED
LED
Front side marker lamp (Lariat
optional, Platinum, King Ranch,
Limited).
5
W5W
Front side marker lamp (Lariat
optional, XL, XLT).
LED
LED
Headlamp (XLT optional, Lariat, Plat-
inum, King Ranch, Limited).
55
H11
Headlamp low beam (XLT optional,
XL).
65
9005
Headlamp high beam (XLT optional,
XL).
5
W5W
License plate lamp.
LED
LED
Puddle lamp.
LED
LED
Rear cargo box lamp.
21
WTY21W
Rear turn signal (XL optional).
21/7
WT21W/7W
Rear lamp, stop lamp (XL optional).
21/7
WT21W/7W
Rear lamp, stop lamp, rear turn signal
and rear side marker lamp (XL
optional, XLT).
21
WT21W
Reversing lamp (XL optional).
LED
LED
Reversing lamp (XL optional, XLT).
LED
LED
Side turn signal lamp.
LED
LED
Taillamp-all functions (Lariat, Plat-
inum, King Ranch, Limited).
Note: LED lamps are not serviceable. See an authorized dealer if they fail.
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REMOVING A REAR LAMP
ASSEMBLY
1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2. Open the tailgate to access the rear
lamp assemblies. 3. Remove the two bolts from the tail
lamp assembly. Then, carefully pull the
lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar
by releasing the two retaining tabs.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CHANGING A HEADLAMP BULB WARNING: Make sure the bulbs
have cooled down before removing
them. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
Accessing the Halogen High Beam
and Low Beam Bulbs
1. Rotate the steering wheel to the opposite side of the bulb needing
replacement. 2.
Remove the screws and push pins from
the front of the wheel liner.
3. Pull the wheel liner back towards the tire to gain access to the bulbs.
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Replacing the Halogen High Beam
and Low Beam Bulbs
Low beam headlamp bulb.
A.
Turn signal lamp bulb.
B.
High beam headlamp bulb.
C. 1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2.
For the high beam and low beam bulbs,
remove the rubber cap to access the
bulbs.
3. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise and pulling it straight
out.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical
connector.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb
carefully and keep out of children ’s reach.
Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and
do not touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to break the next
time the headlamps are operated.
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Note:
If the bulb is accidentally touched,
clean it with rubbing alcohol before
installing it.
CHANGING A FRONT TURN
SIGNAL LAMP BULB WARNING: Make sure the bulbs
have cooled down before removing
them. Failure to follow this warning could
result in serious personal injury.
1. Rotate the steering wheel to the opposite side of the bulb needing
replacement. 2.
Remove the screws and push pins from
the front of the wheel liner.
3. Pull the wheel liner back toward the tire to gain access to the bulb. Low beam headlamp bulb.
A.
Turn signal lamp bulb.
B.
High beam headlamp bulb.
C.
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1. Make sure the headlamps are off.
2.
Remove the bulb holder from the lamp
assembly by turning it
counterclockwise and pulling it straight
out.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical
connector.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CHANGING A FRONT SIDE
MARKER LAMP BULB
1. Rotate the steering wheel to the opposite side of the bulb needing
replacement. 2.
Remove the screws and push pins from
the front of the wheel liner.
3. Pull the wheel liner back toward the tire to gain access to the bulb.
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CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS - RAPTOR
Do not drive your vehicle through an
automated, commercial car wash due to
the vehicle
’s tire width and track. Wash
your vehicle by hand, or by using a
touchless commercial wash with no
mechanical tracks on the floor.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS
Immediately remove fuel spillages, additive
residuals, bird droppings, insect deposits
and road tar. These may cause damage to
your vehicle ’s paintwork or trim over time.
Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a car
wash.
CLEANING HEADLAMPS AND
REAR LAMPS
We recommend that you only use cold or
lukewarm water containing car shampoo
to clean the headlamps and the rear
lamps.
Do not scrape the lamps.
Do not wipe lamps when they are dry.
CLEANING WINDOWS AND WIPER
BLADES
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
• Clean the windshield with a
non-abrasive glass cleaner.
Note: When cleaning the interior of the
windshield, avoid getting any glass cleaner
on the instrument panel or door panels.
Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately. •
Clean the wiper blades with washer
fluid or water applied with a soft
sponge or cloth.
Note: Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
This can cause damage not covered by the
vehicle Warranty.
CLEANING CHROME, ALUMINIUM
OR STAINLESS STEEL
We recommend that you only use a car
shampoo, a soft cloth and water on
bumpers and other chrome, aluminium or
stainless steel parts.
Note: For additional information and
assistance, we recommend that you contact
an authorized dealer.
Note: Rinse the area well after cleaning.
Note: Do not use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads, as they
can scratch these surfaces.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
CLEANING WHEELS
Only use a recommended wheel and tire
cleaner to clean the wheels weekly. For
additional information and assistance, we
recommend that you contact an
authorized dealer.
1. Use a sponge to remove heavy deposits of dirt and brake dust.
2. Rinse well after cleaning.
Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.
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360 Degree Camera...................................342
360 Degree Camera Settings.......................344
360 Degree Camera Guide Lines..........343
360 Degree Camera Limitations...........342
360 Degree Camera Precautions..........342
360 Degree Camera Settings.................344 Switching the 360 Degree Camera On and
Off...................................................................... 344
Switching the 360 Degree Camera View................................................................... 345
4
4WD See: Four-Wheel Drive...................................... 291
9
911 Assist
............................................................87
A
A/C See: Climate Control - Vehicles With:
Automatic Temperature Control.............186
See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control..................................... 191
About This Publication.................................24
About Us
.............................................................21
ABS See: Brakes.......................................................... 308
Accessing Apps
............................................649
Accessing Navigation.................................653
Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position
.........................................................244
Accessories....................................................658
Active Park Assist........................................346 Active Park Assist –
Troubleshooting............................................ 348
Active Park Assist Precautions
...............346
Active Park Assist – Troubleshooting........................................348
Active Park Assist – Frequently Asked Questions........................................................ 348
Active Park Assist – Information Messages......................................................... 348Adaptive Cruise Control............................352
Adaptive Cruise Control –
Troubleshooting............................................ 362
Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control..............361
Lane Centering................................................... 359
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation...............................................355
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
.......358
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations..................................................353
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions.................................................352
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting........................................362
Adaptive Cruise Control – Information Messages......................................................... 362
Adaptive Front Lighting..............................157 How Does Adaptive Front Lighting
Work.................................................................... 157
Switching Adaptive Front Lighting On and Off....................................................................... 158
Adjustable Pedals
........................................142
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors..................165
Adjusting the Headlamps
..........................521
Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness.....................................................161
Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode
........................................436
Adjusting the Map.......................................653 Changing the Format of the Map................653
Zooming the Map In and Out........................ 653
Adjusting the Pedals...................................142
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height..................66
Adjusting the Seatbelt Length..................67
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy......................................................66
Adjusting the Sound Settings.................627
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column..........................................................140
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column..........................................................140
Adjusting the Volume
.................................627
Aid Mode........................................................384
How Does Aid Mode Work............................. 384
What Is Aid Mode.............................................. 384
Airbag Precautions
.........................................74
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