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Switching the Electronic Locking
Differential On and Off - 4x2 .............283
Electronic Locking Differential Indicators ........................................................................\
283
Electronic Locking Differential – Troubleshooting .....................................
284
Brakes
Brake Precautions ......................................
286
Anti-Lock Braking System ......................
286
Brake Over Accelerator ............................
286
Brake Over Accelerator - Raptor ...........
286
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir ......
286
Checking the Brake Fluid .........................
287
Brake Fluid Specification .........................
287
Brakes – Troubleshooting .......................
288
Electric Parking Brake
What Is the Electric Parking Brake .......
289
Applying the Electric Parking Brake .....
289
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency ................................................
289
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ...........................................................
289
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake ...........................................
289
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning .......................................................................
290
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge ........................................................
290
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting .......................................................................
290
Reverse Braking Assist
What Is Reverse Braking Assist .............
292
How Does Reverse Braking Assist Work ........................................................................\
292
Reverse Braking Assist Precautions .....
292
Switching Reverse Braking Assist On and Off ................................................................
293
Overriding Reverse Braking Assist ........
293Reverse Braking Assist Indicators
.........
293
Reverse Braking Assist – Troubleshooting .....................................
294
Hill Start Assist
What Is Hill Start Assist ...........................
296
How Does Hill Start Assist Work ..........
296
Hill Start Assist Precautions ..................
296
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting ......
296
Auto Hold
How Does Auto Hold Work .....................
297
Switching Auto Hold On and Off ..........
297
Using Auto Hold ..........................................
297
Auto Hold Indicators ..................................
297
Traction Control
What Is Traction Control .........................
298
How Does Traction Control Work ........
298
Switching Traction Control On and Off ........................................................................\
298
Traction Control Indicator .......................
298
Traction Control – Troubleshooting .....
299
Stability Control
How Does Stability Control Work ........
300
Switching Stability Control On and Off ........................................................................\
.
301
Stability Control Indicator .......................
302
Trail Control
What Is Trail Control - Raptor ................
303
Trail Control Limitations - Raptor ........
303
Switching Trail Control On and Off - Raptor .........................................................
303
Setting the Trail Control Speed - Raptor ........................................................................\
303
Canceling the Set Speed - Raptor .......
303
Trail Control Indicators - Raptor ...........
304
Trail One Pedal Drive ................................
304
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Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning
Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Passenger airbag activated Passenger airbag deactivated
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL)
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
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WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
We respect your privacy and are
committed to protecting it. The
information contained in this manual was
correct at the time of publication, but as
technology rapidly changes, we
recommend that you visit the local Ford
website for the latest information.
Your vehicle has electronic control units
that have data recording functionality and
the ability to permanently or temporarily
store data. This data could include
information on the condition and status of
your vehicle, vehicle maintenance
requirements, events and malfunctions.
The types of data that can be recorded are
described in this section. Some of the data
recorded is stored in event logs or error
logs.
Note: Error logs are reset following a service
or repair.
Note: We may provide information in
response to requests from law enforcement,
other government authorities and third
parties acting with lawful authority or
through a legal process. Such information
could be used by them in legal proceedings.
Data recorded includes, for example:
• Operating states of system
components, for example fuel level,
tire pressure and battery charge level.
• Vehicle and component status, for
example wheel speed, deceleration,
lateral acceleration and seatbelt
status. •
Events or errors in essential systems,
for example headlamps and brakes.
• System responses to driving situations,
for example airbag deployment and
stability control.
• Environmental conditions, for example
temperature.
Some of this data, when used in
combination with other information, for
example an accident report, damage to a
vehicle or eyewitness statements, could
be associated with a specific person.
Services That We Provide
If you use our services, we collect and use
data, for example account information,
vehicle location and driving characteristics,
that could identify you. We transmit this
data through a dedicated, protected
connection. We only collect and use data
to enable your use of our services to which
you have subscribed, with your consent or
where permitted by law. For additional
information, see the terms and conditions
of the services to which you have
subscribed.
For additional information about our
privacy policy, refer to the local Ford
website.
Services That Third Parties
Provide
We recommend that you review the terms
and conditions and data privacy
information for any services equipped with
your vehicle or to which you subscribe. We
take no responsibility for services that third
parties provide.
Where equipped, SiriusXM with 360L could
use the modem. To disable, turn off the
SiriusXM with 360L or Vehicle Connectivity
setting. See Enabling and Disabling the
Modem
(page 597).
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Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to always
on, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, you
cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:
If a phone is connected using Apple
CarPlay or Android Auto while driving with
a MyKey, the driver can receive phone calls
and text messages even if the do not disturb
restriction is on, and if the vehicle comes
with satellite radio, there is no restriction on
the adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stability
control to always on, you cannot switch it
off with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
Vehicles with a center console shifter: 1. Remove the mat from the center
console cup holder.
2. Remove the key blade from the transmitter. 3.
Place the remote control in the backup
slot with the buttons facing toward the
front of the vehicle.
4. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
5. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
6. Press
Vehicle Settings.
7. Press
MyKey.
8. Press
Create MyKey.
9. Press
Yes.
Note: After you confirm the creation of a
MyKey, we recommend that you label this
key.
Vehicles with a column shifter. 1. Raise the front center seat storage lid.
2.
Place the remote control in the backup
slot with the buttons facing toward the
front of the vehicle.
3. Switch the ignition on using an admin key.
4. Press
Settings on the touchscreen.
5. Press
Vehicle Settings.
6. Press
MyKey.
7. Press
Create MyKey.
8. Press
Yes.
Note: After you confirm the creation of a
MyKey, we recommend that you label this
key.
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Note:
The tailgate stops and reverses if it
detects an obstruction when closing.
Lift-to-Close
To close the tailgate automatically using
lift-to-close, lift the tailgate approximately
4 in (10 cm) and hold it for a few seconds.
Note: If the tailgate position is more than
halfway between open and close, it may not
close automatically.
Manual Close
You can close the tailgate manually when
you lift the tailgate in a continuous motion.
If you stop the tailgate motion, the
lift-to-close feature can engage and power
close the tailgate.
Putting the Tailgate in Manual Mode
You can put the tailgate in manual mode
through the vehicle settings in your
touchscreen.
Note: In manual mode, the tailgate only
functions by the tailgate release button and
messaging is reduced.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE USING
THE REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE WARNING: Always properly secure
cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo
falling from the vehicle. Failure to do so
could result in compromised vehicle
stability and serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants or others. 1. Put the tailgate into manual mode by
accessing the vehicle settings using the
touchscreen.
2. Open the tailgate.
3. Disconnect the power door locks in-line
connector. It is under the pickup box
on the right-hand side of the vehicle
near the spare tire.
4. Install a protective cap on the in-line connector portion that remains under
the pickup box.
Note: The protective cap is in the glove
compartment.
5. Partially raise the tailgate. Carefully feed the tailgate harness up through
the gap between the pickup box and
the bumper and place it out of the way
under the pickup box.
6. Fully lower the tailgate.
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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: It is extremely
dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, people
riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed. Do not allow
people to ride in any area of your vehicle
that is not equipped with seats and
seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and properly using a
seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.
OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
The vehicle must be in park (P) to operate
the power tailgate. Press the button on the
instrument panel.
Note: A tone sounds while the tailgate
opens.
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
1. Unlock the vehicle with the remote control or power door unlock control.
Note: If an intelligent access transmitter is
within
3 ft (1 m) of the tailgate, the tailgate
unlocks when you press the tailgate release
button. 2. Press the button in the top of the
tailgate handle.
OPENING THE TAILGATE USING
THE REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds.
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE WARNING: Always properly secure
cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo
falling from the vehicle. Failure to do so
could result in compromised vehicle
stability and serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants or others.
Note: Skip to Step 4 if your vehicle does
not have power door locks.
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Four-Wheel Drive
See Four-Wheel Drive (page
269).
Note: Some indicators appear different
depending on vehicle options.
Front Airbag See
Airbags (page 70).
Front Fog Lamp See
Switching the Front Fog
Lamps On and Off (page 148).
High Beam See
Using the High Beam
Headlamps (page 145).
Hill Descent See Hill Descent Control
(page
309).
Lamps On See
Exterior Lighting Control
(page 145).
Ready to Drive See
Hybrid Electric Vehicle
Information (page 241). Reverse Brake Assist See
Reverse Braking Assist
(page 292).
Stability Control and Traction
Control See
Traction Control (page
298). See Stability Control
(page 300).
Turn Signal Lamps See Switching the Turn Signal
Lamps On and Off
(page 147).
Tow Haul See Towing a Trailer (page
403).
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REVERSE BRAKING ASSIST –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is reverse braking assist unavailable?
•
Make sure the reverse braking assist is
on. See Switching Reverse Braking
Assist On and Off (page 293).
• Make sure that all doors and the
liftgate or tailgate are closed. Drive the
vehicle on a straight road for a short
period. If the message remains, contact
an authorized dealer.
• Make sure the cross traffic alert system
is on if equipped.
See Switching
Reverse Braking Assist On and Off
(page
293).
• Make sure the rear parking aid system
is on. See Rear Parking Aid
(page 314).
• Make sure the traction control is on.
See
Switching Reverse Braking
Assist On and Off (page 293).
Note: The traction control automatically
turns off if four-wheel drive low and certain
drive modes such as mud/ruts and
snow/sand is activated.
• The vehicle may have sustained a rear
end impact. Contact an authorized
dealer to have the sensors checked for
proper coverage and operation.
• An anti-lock brake, traction control or
stability control event may have
occurred. Reverse braking assist
resumes operation when the event is
complete.
• Make sure the rear view camera and
360 degree camera are not dirty or
obstructed. If dirty, clean the camera.
If the message still appears after
cleaning the camera, wait a short time
for the message to clear. If the
message does not clear, contact an
authorized dealer. •
Make sure the cross traffic alert and
rear parking aid sensors are not
blocked or faulty.
See Locating the
Cross Traffic Alert Sensors (page
373). See Locating the Rear Parking
Aid Sensors
(page 314).
• You recently had your vehicle serviced,
or the battery disconnected. Drive your
vehicle a short distance to resume
system operation.
• Reverse braking assist does not
function when you connect a trailer.
Operation resumes when you
disconnect the trailer.
Note: If the answers to why the system is
unavailable do not assist in returning reverse
braking assist to available, have the system
checked as soon as possible.
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