2021 FORD F-150 windshield wipers

WIPERS
WIPER PRECAUTIONS
Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This could scratch the glass or
damage the wiper blades. Use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield.
Fully defrost the windshield before you
switch the windshield wipers on.
Switch the windshield wipers off before
entering a car wash.
SWITCHING WINDSHIELD WIPERS
ON AND OFF
High-speed wipe.
A
Intermittent wipe.
B
Off.C Use the rotary control. AUTOWIPERS (IF EQUIPPED)
WHAT ARE AUTOWIPERS
Autowipers turns on and controls the
speed and frequency of the windshield
wipers.
AUTOWIPERS SETTINGS
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Wipers.
4. Switch
Rain Sensing on or off.
Note: When you switch the feature off, the
wipers do not operate based on the rain
sensor. When you switch on the windshield
wipers to the intermittent wipe position with
the feature off, the wipers use the wipe
speed set by the rotary control.
ADJUSTING THE SENSITIVITY OF
THE RAIN SENSOR Low sensitivity.
A
High sensitivity.
B
Use the rotary control to set the sensitivity
of the rain sensor.
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When you select low sensitivity, the wipers
operate when the sensor detects a large
amount of water on the windshield.
When you select high sensitivity, the wipers
operate when the sensor detects a small
amount of water on the windshield.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
REPLACING THE FRONT
WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.
Note: Do not hold the wiper blade to lift the
wiper arm. 2.
Lift the wiper blade primary locking clip. 3. Press the wiper blade secondary
locking clip.
4. Remove the wiper blade.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
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WASHERS
WASHER PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: If you operate your
vehicle in temperatures below 41°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired
windshield vision and increase the risk
of injury or accident.
Do not operate the washers when the
washer reservoir is empty. This could cause
the washer pump to overheat.
Keep the outside of the windshield clean.
The rain sensor is very sensitive and the
wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects
hit the windshield.
USING THE WINDSHIELD WASHER Press and hold the button at the
end of the lever to operate the
windshield washer.
Note: A courtesy wipe occurs a short time
after the wipers stop to clear any remaining
washer fluid when switched on. See
Switching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off
(page
145). SWITCHING THE COURTESY WIPE
ON AND OFF
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Wipers.
4. Switch
Courtesy Wipe on or off.
ADDING WASHER FLUID WASHER FLUID SPECIFICATION
See
Washer Fluid Specification (page
612).
WIPERS AND WASHERS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
WIPERS AND WASHERS –
WARNING LAMPS Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.
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WIPERS AND WASHERS –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why are there streaks and smears on
the windshield?
The wiper blades could be dirty, worn
or damaged. Check the wiper blades.
See Checking the Wiper Blades
(page 144). If the wiper blades are dirty,
clean them with washer fluid or water
applied with a soft sponge or cloth. If
the wiper blades are worn or damaged,
install new ones. See
Replacing the
Front Wiper Blades (page 144).
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HEADLAMPS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
HEADLAMPS – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is there condensation in the
headlamps?
Headlamps 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.
How much condensation is
acceptable? The presence of a fine mist, for
example no streaks, drip marks or
large droplets. A fine mist covers less
than 50% of the lens.
How long may it take for the
acceptable condensation to be
cleared? Clearing time may take as long as 48
hours under dry weather conditions.
How much condensation is
unacceptable? A water puddle inside the lamp.
Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.
What should I do if unacceptable
condensation is present? Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible. Why do my headlamps turn off when I
have them switched on when I switch
my vehicle off?
The battery saver turns the headlamps
off after a short period of time after
you switch your vehicle off.
AUTOLAMPS
WHAT ARE AUTOLAMPS WARNING: The system does not
relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may
need to override the system if it does not
turn the headlamps on in low visibility
conditions, for example daytime fog.
Autolamps turn the headlamps on in low
light situations or when the windshield
wipers operate.
AUTOLAMP SETTINGS
1. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press
Vehicle Settings.
3. Press
Lighting.
4. Press
Autolamp Delay.
5. Press a setting.
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Note:
If you intend on parking your vehicle
for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so to
reduce the risk of increased corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.
Tires
• Maintain recommended air pressure.
Note: If you intend on parking your vehicle
for an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.
This reduces the risk of corrosion of the
brake discs, brake pads and linings.
REMOVING YOUR VEHICLE
FROM STORAGE
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
• We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
• Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
• Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
• Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
• Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
• Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
• Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up. •
Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
• If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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V
Vehicle Care...................................................534
Cleaning the Exterior........................................ 535
Cleaning the Interior.......................................... 537
Vehicle Identification Number................619 Locating the Vehicle Identification
Number............................................................. 619
Vehicle Identification Number Overview........................................................... 619
Vehicle Identification..................................619
Vehicle Identification Number......................619
Vehicle Interior - Police Responder.........42
Vehicle Interior - Raptor................................41
Vehicle Interior
................................................40
Vehicle System Updates..........................656
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................624
Ventilated Seats
..........................................203
Switching the Ventilated Seats On and
Off...................................................................... 203
Ventilated Seat Precautions.........................203
Ventilation See: Climate Control - Vehicles With:
Automatic Temperature Control.............186
See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control..................................... 191
Venting the Moonroof
.................................167
Viewing the Tire Pressures........................561
Visual Search
...................................................34
Voice Interaction Examples....................640
Voice Interaction
.........................................640
W
Warranty Terms and Conditions
............661
Washer Fluid Specification.......................612
Washers...........................................................145 Adding Washer Fluid......................................... 145
Switching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off........................................................................\
145
Using the Windshield Washer........................ 145
Washer Fluid Specification............................. 145
Washer Precautions.......................................... 145
Washers See: Wipers and Washers................................ 143
Waxing Your Vehicle...................................539
Waypoints......................................................654 Adding a Waypoint........................................... 654Editing Waypoints.............................................
654
What Are the Auxiliary Switches...........659
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators.......................................................174
What Are the Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps
...........................................172
What Is 911 Assist...........................................87
What Is a Connected Vehicle.................620
What Is Active Park Assist.......................346
What is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle...........249
What Is Auto-Start-Stop..........................252
What Is Blind Spot Information System.........................................................389
What Is BlueCruise......................................365
What Is Brake Coach....................................181
What Is Cross Traffic Alert.......................393
What Is Cruise Control..............................350
What Is Drive Mode Control......................371
What Is Driver Alert
.....................................407
What Is Ford Protect..................................662
What Is Generator Mode
..........................220
What Is Hill Descent Control...................330
What Is Hill Start Assist
..............................317
What Is MyKey................................................98
What Is On-Board Scale..........................444
What Is Pre-Collision Assist....................396
What Is Remote Start.................................183
What Is Reverse Braking Assist
...............314
What Is Smart Hitch...................................442
What Is Speed Sign Recognition..........409
What Is the 360 Degree Camera...........342
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................194
What Is the Catalytic Converter
.............279
What Is the Diesel Particulate Filter...............................................................268
What Is the Electric Parking Brake..........311
What Is the Electronic Locking Differential...................................................301
What Is the Garage Door Opener...........210
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating.............................................................413
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating.............................................................414
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating.............................................................413
What Is the High Voltage Battery.........280
What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.....................................................434
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What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad..........110
What Is the Lane Keeping System........382
What Is the Memory Function................209
What Is the Pedestrian Alert
System............................................................86
What Is the Personal Safety System.......71
What Is the Power Outlet..........................216
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System..........................................................207
What Is the Rear View Camera..............339
What Is the Selective Catalytic Reduction System.....................................273
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........................................................559
What Is the Trip Summary........................182
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger..........................................................231
What Is Traction Control............................319
What Is Trail Control - Raptor.................324
What is Trailer Backup Assistance.......446
What Is Trailer Hitching Assistance...................................................439
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance.........459
What Is Trail Turn Assist...........................328
What Is Utility Idle Mode - Vehicles With: Flip Key..........................................................219
What is Voice Interaction.........................640
Wheel and Tire Information....................542
Wheel Nuts.....................................................572
Wi Fi See: Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
Name or Password....................................... 624
See: Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network........................................................... 620
See: Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.......624
See: Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot............................ 624
Window Bounce-Back
................................162
Overriding Window Bounce-Back................162
What Is Window Bounce-Back..................... 162
Windows..........................................................162 Window Bounce-Back...................................... 162
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting
.........................................145
Wipers and Washers – Frequently Asked
Questions......................................................... 146
Wipers and Washers – Warning Lamps................................................................ 145Wipers and Washers...................................143
Autowipers............................................................ 143
Washers.................................................................. 145
Wipers..................................................................... 143
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting............................................. 145
Wipers...............................................................143 Switching Windshield Wipers On and
Off........................................................................\
143
Wiper Precautions.............................................. 143
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions..................................................231
Wireless Accessory Charger......................231
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