Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off........................................................185
Setting the Blower Motor Speed...........185
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off.........................................................................185
Setting the Temperature..........................185
Directing the Flow of Air...........................186
Auto Mode.....................................................186
Climate Control Hints.................................187
Climate Control - VehiclesWith: Manual TemperatureControl
Identifying the Climate Control Unit.....189
Switching Climate Control On and Off........................................................................189
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................189
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off........................................................................189
Switching Defrost On and Off................189
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off........................................................................189
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off........................................................................190
Switching the Heated Rear Window Onand Off........................................................190
Setting the Blower Motor Speed..........190
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off........................................................................190
Setting the Temperature..........................190
Directing the Flow of Air...........................190
Climate Control Hints.................................191
Interior Air Quality
What Is the Cabin Air Filter......................192
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter..................192
Front Seats
Front Seat Precautions.............................193
Sitting in the Correct Position.................193
Manual Seats................................................194
Power Seats..................................................196
Massage Seats.............................................199
Heated Seats...............................................200
Ventilated Seats.........................................200
Rear Seats - Crew Cab/SuperCab
Manual Seats...............................................202
Heated Seats...............................................203
Rear Occupant Alert System
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System........................................................................205
How Does the Rear Occupant AlertSystem Work............................................205
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions........................................................................205
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations........................................................................205
Switching Rear Occupant Alert SystemOn and Off................................................205
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators.......................................................................206
Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings...................................................206
Memory Function
What Is the Memory Function...............207
Memory Function Precautions..............207
Locating the Memory Function Buttons........................................................................207
Saving a Preset Position..........................207
Recalling a Preset Position.....................207
Garage Door Opener
Garage Door Opener Introduction.......208
Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies..............................................208
Programming the Garage Door Opener.......................................................................209
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Jump Starting the Vehicle......................480
Post-Crash Alert System.........................482
Automatic Crash Shutoff........................482
Recovery Towing.........................................483
Transporting the Vehicle.........................484
Towing Your Vehicle
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions.........485
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle -4x4...............................................................485
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x2........................................................................487
Emergency Towing.....................................487
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting........................................................................487
Fuses
Fuse Precautions.......................................488
Under Hood Fuse Box..............................488
Body Control Module Fuse Box............494
Identifying Fuse Types..............................497
Fuses – Troubleshooting.........................497
Maintenance
Maintenance Precautions.......................498
Opening and Closing the Hood............498
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™.......................................................................499
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L.................500
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™.........................................................................501
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L, HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)..........................502
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L.................503
Under Hood Overview - 5.2L, Raptor.......................................................................504
Engine Oil......................................................505
Checking the Coolant...............................506
Engine Air Filter............................................510
Changing the Fuel Filter.............................511
Changing the 12V Battery.........................512
Adjusting the Headlamps - VehiclesWith: LED Headlamps...........................514
Adjusting the Headlamps - VehiclesWith: Halogen Headlamps..................515
Exterior Bulbs................................................517
Interior Bulbs................................................526
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L EcoBoost™,Vehicles With: Dual Generators........526
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L EcoBoost™,Vehicles With: Single Generator.......526
Drive Belt Routing - 3.3L..........................526
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost™,Vehicles With: Dual Generators.........527
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost™,Vehicles With: Single Generator........527
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L, Hybrid ElectricVehicle (HEV)...........................................527
Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With:Dual Generators......................................527
Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With:Single Generator.....................................528
Drive Belt Routing - 5.2L..........................528
Vehicle Care
Cleaning Products......................................529
Cleaning the Exterior.................................530
Cleaning the Interior..................................532
Repairing Minor Paint Damage.............534
Waxing Your Vehicle..................................534
Storing Your Vehicle
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage......535
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage........................................................................536
Wheel and Tire Information
Locating the Tire label..............................537
Department of Transportation UniformTire Quality Grades................................537
Information on the Tire Sidewall..........538
Glossary of Tire Terminology.................543
Tire Replacement Requirements.........544
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SYMBOLS USED ON YOUR
VEHICLE
These are some of the symbols you maysee on your vehicle.
Airbag
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricanttype
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Blower motor
Brake fluid - non petroleumbased
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Electric Parking brake
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front fog lamps
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WHAT IS THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
The cabin air filter improves the quality ofair in your vehicle by trapping dust, pollenand other particles.
REPLACING THE CABIN AIR
FILTER
Replace the filter at regular intervals.
The cabin air filter is behind the glovecompartment.
To remove the lower glove compartmentand access the filter:
1.Open the glove compartment.
2.Press the tab on each side.
3.Fully lower the glove compartment.
4.Pull the glove compartment towardyou.
5.Unclip both sides of the filter door andswing door down to access filter .
6.Remove the old filter and replace witha new filter.
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WHAT IS THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
The catalytic converter is part of yourvehicle's emissions system and filtersharmful pollutants from the exhaust gas.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Do not park, idle ordrive your vehicle on dry grass or otherdry ground cover. The emission systemheats up the engine compartment andexhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
WARNING: The normal operatingtemperature of the exhaust system isvery high. Never work around or attemptto repair any part of the exhaust systemuntil it has cooled. Use special care whenworking around the catalytic converter.The catalytic converter heats up to a veryhigh temperature after only a shortperiod of engine operation and stays hotafter the engine is switched off.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks mayresult in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passengercompartment. If you smell exhaustfumes inside your vehicle, have yourvehicle inspected immediately. Do notdrive if you smell exhaust fumes.
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter:
•Do not crank the engine for more than10 seconds at a time.
•Do not run the engine with a spark pluglead disconnected.
•Do not push-start or tow-start yourvehicle. Use booster cables. See JumpStarting the Vehicle (page 481).
•Use the correct fuel. See Fuel andRefueling (page 251).
•Do not switch the ignition off when yourvehicle is moving.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Have the items listed in scheduledmaintenance information performedaccording to the specified schedule.
Note:Do not make any unauthorizedchanges to your vehicle or engine. By law,vehicle owners and anyone whomanufactures, repairs, or services a fleet ofvehicles are not permitted to intentionallyremove an emission control device orprevent it from working.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
CATALYTIC CONVERTER –WARNING LAMPS
Your vehicle has an on-board diagnosticssystem that monitors the emission controlsystem. If any of the following warninglamps illuminate, this may indicate thatthe on-board diagnostics system hasdetected an emission control systemmalfunction.
Continuing to drive your vehicle may causereduced power or the engine to stop.Failure to respond to a warning lamp maycause damage that your vehicle Warrantymay not cover. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
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DRIVING THROUGH WATERLIMITATIONS - RAPTOR
Maximum WadingDepthModel
32 in (810 mm)All.
When you are driving though water do notexceed 4 mph (7 km/h).
WATER WADING - EXCLUDING:RAPTOR
WARNING: Do not attempt tocross a deep, fast flowing body of water.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
As the water depth increases, you mustreduce your vehicle speed to avoidpotential vehicle damage.
•Always determine the depth beforeattempting a water crossing. Neverdrive through water that is higher thanthe bottom of the wheel hubs.
•Slowly proceed and avoid splashingwater any more than is necessary.
•Be aware that obstacles and debrismay be beneath the water’s surface.
•Keep the doors fully closed during thewater crossing.
•After driving through water and as soonas it is safe to do so check the brakes,horn, lights, and steering wheel toconfirm those systems are functioningproperly.
Note:Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
WATER WADING - RAPTOR
WARNING: Do not attempt tocross a deep, fast flowing body of water.Failure to follow this instruction couldresult in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
•Always determine the depth beforeattempting a water crossing.
•Slowly proceed and avoid splashingwater any more than is necessary.
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•Be aware that obstacles and debrismay be beneath the water’s surface.
•Keep the doors fully closed during thewater crossing.
•After driving through water and as soonas it is safe to do so check the brakes,horn, lights, and steering wheel toconfirm those systems are functioningproperly.
Note:Engine damage can occur if waterenters the air filter.
OFF-ROAD DRIVING AIDS -RAPTOR
Selecting an Off-Road Drive Mode
Using the appropriate drive mode increasesyour vehicle's control. See Drive ModeControl (page 362).
Using Four-Wheel Drive
Your vehicle has a four-wheel drive systemthat offers various modes to help youoptimize traction on any off-road surface.See Four-Wheel Drive (page 274).
Using the Cameras Off-Road
Use the 360 degree camera to enhanceyour off-road experience. See 360 DegreeCamera (page 332).
Using the Rear Differential Lock
When engaged, the rear differential lockprovides additional traction to your vehicleby forcing the two rear wheels to turn atthe same speed.
Note:Rear differential lock is only availablewhen the vehicle is in 4H or 4L. SeeElectronic Locking Differential (page 284).
Using Trail Control
Trail Control provides you the ability tomaneuver the vehicle without using thethrottle and brake pedals.
The system controls acceleration andbraking in difficult off-road environments,which allows you to focus on steering. SeeTrail Control (page 312).
Trail Control Performance:
•Manages wheel slip to maximizetraction.
•Provides braking to maximize tractionin descents.
Using Trail One Pedal Drive (If
Equipped)
Trail one pedal drive allows you toaccelerate and brake using only theaccelerator pedal.
Use this when driving over large obstacles,such as rocks or logs, to help maintain aconstant vehicle speed.
In 4H, the system offers lift pedal brakingand auto hill hold functionality. See WhatIs Trail One Pedal Drive (page 313).
Note:Trail one pedal drive is only availablewhen the vehicle is in 4H or 4L.
AFTER DRIVING YOUR VEHICLEOFF-ROAD - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR
WARNING: After off-road use,before returning to the road, check thewheels and tires for damage. Off-roaduse may cause damage to your wheelsand tires that can lead to tire failure, lossof vehicle control, serious injury or death.
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Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 505).D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Checking the Brake Fluid (page 291).E.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 510).F.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant (page 506).G.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir.H.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.3L
Engine compartment fuse box. See Under Hood Fuse Box (page 488).A.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 512).B.
Engine oil filler cap. See Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 505).C.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 505).D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Checking the Brake Fluid (page 291).E.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 510).F.
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