2023 FORD F150 lock

TRAIL TURN ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
TRAIL TURN ASSIST –INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
Switch to four-wheeldrive low (4L) or four-wheel drive high (4H) toactivate trail turn assist.See Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode(page 277).
Trail TurnAssist Avail-able in 4L or4H
Trail turn assist systemmalfunction could bepresent. If this conditionpersists, have yourvehicle serviced.
Trail TurnAssist NotAvailable SeeManual
You have activated trailturn assist.Trail TurnAssist ON
You have switched trailturn assist off.Trail TurnAssist OFF
TRAIL TURN ASSIST –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does Trail Turn Assist not activateafter unlocking the rear differential?
The rear differential may not be fullydisengaged. When possible, turn offthe rear axle locker while drivingstraight before using trail turn assist.If you are already in a tight turn whenyou encounter this situation, drivingthe vehicle for a short distance inreverse could allow the differential tofully disengage.
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Note:The adaptive steering systemcontinuously monitors for faults. If thesystem detects a fault, a message appearsin the information display. If a red warningmessage displays, stop your vehicle as soonas it is safe to do so. The message couldclear if the fault is no longer present. If anadaptive steering system warning messageappears each time you start your vehicle,have the system checked as soon aspossible.
Note:The system has a locking device. Itremains mechanically locked at a fixedsteering ratio with the lock engaged. Youmay notice a click when you turn yourvehicle on or off.
Note:If your vehicle loses electrical poweror detects a fault when you are driving, thesystem shuts down and you retain a normalsteering function with a fixed steering ratio.During this time, it is possible that thesteering wheel could not be straight whenthe vehicle is driving straight ahead. Inaddition, you could notice that the steeringwheel angle required to steer your vehiclecould be different.
Note:During parking maneuvers, theadaptive steering system balances the driverworkload for various steering wheel inputsand vehicle loading conditions. Underextreme operating conditions the systemlocking device could engage. This strategyprevents overheating and permanentdamage to the adaptive steering system.Typical steering and driving maneuversallow the system to cool and return tonormal operation.
Adaptive Learning
Adaptive learning helps correct roadirregularities and improves overall handlingand steering. It communicates with thebrake system to help operate advancedstability control and crash avoidancesystems. Additionally, whenever youdisconnect the battery or install a newbattery, you must drive your vehicle a shortdistance before the system relearns thestrategy and reactivates all systems.
STEERING –
TROUBLESHOOTING
STEERING – WARNINGINDICATORS
The electric power steeringsystem indicator illuminates ifthe system detects a fault duringthe continuous diagnostic checks.
Note:If a red warning message displays,stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to doso.
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STEERING – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The power steering system has detected acondition that requires service. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Fault Service Now
The power steering system is not working.Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Loss Stop Safely
The power steering system has detected acondition that requires service. Have yourvehicle checked as soon as possible.
Steering Assist Fault Service Required
The steering system has detected a condi-tion that requires service. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
Steering Lock Malfunction Service Now
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PARKING AID PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: To help avoid personalinjury, always use caution when inreverse (R) and when using the sensingsystem.
WARNING: The system may notdetect objects with surfaces that absorbreflection. Always drive with due careand attention. Failure to take care mayresult in a crash.
WARNING: Traffic control systems,fluorescent lamps, inclement weather,air brakes, external motors and fans mayaffect the correct operation of thesensing system. This may cause reducedperformance or false alerts.
WARNING: The system may notdetect small or moving objects,particularly those close to the ground.
WARNING: The parking aid systemcan only assist you to detect objectswhen your vehicle is moving at parkingspeeds. To help avoid personal injury youmust take care when using the parkingaid system.
WARNING: The system may notfunction if the sensor is blocked.
WARNING: In cold and severeweather conditions the system may notfunction. Rain, snow and spray can alllimit sensor performance.
WARNING: If damage occurs in theimmediate area surrounding the sensor,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Note:If your vehicle sustains damageleaving the sensors misaligned, this willcause inaccurate measurements or falsealerts.
When you connect a trailer to your vehicle,the rear parking aid detects the trailer andprovides an alert. Disable the parking aidwhen you connect a trailer to prevent thealert.
Note:Connected trailers might be detectedby the vehicle and parking aid turns offautomatically in those instances.
Note:Certain add-on devices installedaround the bumper or fascia may createfalse alerts, for example, large trailerhitches, bike or surfboard racks, license platebrackets, bumper covers or any other devicethat could block the normal detection zoneof the parking aid system. Aftermarket sparetires or spare tire covers mounted to the reartailgate could cause false alerts from thepark aid system. Remove the add-on deviceto prevent false alerts.
Note: Keep the sensors free from snow, iceand large accumulations of dirt. If thesensors are covered, the system's accuracycan be affected.
Do not clean the sensors with sharpobjects.
Note: When using a programmed MyKey,you cannot switch the parking aids off. SeeMyKey™ (page 99).
SWITCHING PARKING AID ON
AND OFF - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST
Press the parking aid button toswitch the system on and off.
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The warning tone continuously soundswhen an object is 12 in (30 cm) or less fromthe front bumper.
Note:If the detected object is 12 in (30 cm)or less from your vehicle, visual indicationremains on.
SIDE PARKING AID (IF EQUIPPED)
WHAT IS THE SIDE PARKING AID
The front and rear outermost parking aidsensors map objects that are near to thesides of your vehicle.
SIDE PARKING AID LIMITATIONS
The sensor coverage is up to 24 in (60 cm)from the sides of your vehicle.
The side parking aid may not function if:
•Your vehicle remains stationary for overtwo minutes.
•The anti-lock brake system activates.
•The traction control system activates.
•Your vehicle is in park (P).
•The steering wheel angle informationis not available. You must drive at least492 ft (150 m) above 19 mph(30 km/h) to reset the steering wheelangle information.
Note:If you switch traction control off, theside sensing system also turns off.
To reinitialize the system, drive the lengthof your vehicle.
The side parking aid does not detect anobject that is moving toward the side ofyour vehicle, for example another vehiclemoving at a low speed, if it does not passa front or rear parking aid sensor.
If the transmission is in reverse (R), the sidesensing system provides audible warnings.When your vehicle is moving slowly,obstacles are detected within 24 in(60 cm) and are inside the driving path ofyour vehicle. If your vehicle remainsstationary for a few seconds, the audiblewarning turns off. Visual indication isalways present in reverse (R).
If your vehicle is in neutral (N), the sidesensing system provides visual indicationonly when your vehicle is moving slowlyand there is a front or rear parking aidobstacle detected, and the side obstacleis within 24 in (60 cm) from the side ofyour vehicle. If your vehicle remainsstationary for a few seconds, the visualindication turns off.
If the transmission is in drive (D) or anyother forward gear, the side sensing systemprovides audible and visual warnings.When your vehicle is moving slowly,obstacles are detected within 24 in(60 cm) and are inside the driving path ofyour vehicle. If your vehicle remainsstationary for a few seconds, the visualindication and audible warning turns off.
LOCATING THE SIDE PARKING AIDSENSORS
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The side parking sensors are in the frontand rear bumpers.
SIDE PARKING AID AUDIBLEWARNINGS
When the side parking aid detects anobject within the coverage area and thedriving path of your vehicle, an audiblewarning sounds. As your vehicle movescloser to the object, the rate of the toneincreases.
PARKING AID INDICATORS
The system provides object distanceindication through the information display.
•As the distance to the objectdecreases, the indicator blocksilluminate and move toward the vehicleicon.
•If there is no object detected, thedistance indicator blocks are grey.
Visual indication remains on when thetransmission is in reverse (R). When youstop your vehicle, visual indication turnsoff after four seconds.
If the parking aids are not available, theside distance indicator blocks do notdisplay.
PARKING AIDS –
TROUBLESHOOTING
PARKING AIDS – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
If a fault is present in the parking aids, awarning message appears in theinstrument cluster or the touchscreen.
Note:When the front or rear park aidpresents a fault message, the side parkingaid also disables.
Note:Depending on your vehicle type, thisfeature could include a light on the parkingaid button that momentarily flashes toindicate a system fault. The light remainson until you resolve the concern.
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ActionMessage
The system detects a condition thatrequires service. Have your vehicle checkedas soon as possible.
Park Aid Fault
Inclement weather, ice, mud, or water isblocking the sensor, causing the system tobecome unavailable. You can typicallyclean the sensor to resolve.
Sensor Blocked
A correct trailer connection is sensed duringa given ignition cycle.Trailer Connected
Displays the park aid status.Front Park Aid On Off
Displays the park aid status.Rear Park Aid On Off
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4.Use the turn signal to choose thedirection to exit the parking space.
5.Press and hold the brake pedal.
6.Release the steering wheel and shiftinto neutral (N).
7.Release the parking brake.
8.Press and hold the parking aid button.
9.Release the brake pedal to allow yourvehicle to move.
Note:After active park assist drives yourvehicle to a position where you can exit theparking space in a forward movement, amessage appears instructing you to take fullcontrol of your vehicle.
10.Take control of your vehicle.
Note:You can slow down your vehicle atany time by pressing the brake pedal.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
The systemrequires service.Have your vehiclechecked as soon aspossible.
Active Park Fault
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why does active park assist notoperate correctly?
The system is unable to detect avehicle, curb or object to park next toor in between. The system needsboundary objects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not searchfor a parking space?
You have switched traction control off.
Why does active park assist not searchfor a parking space?
The transmission is in reverse (R). Yourvehicle must be moving forward to beable to detect a parking space.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
The sensors could be blocked. Forexample, snow, ice or largeaccumulations of dirt. Blocked sensorscan affect how the system functions.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
The sensors in the front or rear bumpercould be damaged.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
There is not enough room in theparking space for your vehicle to safelypark.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
There is not enough space for theparking maneuver on the opposite sideof the parking space.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
The parking space is more than 5 ft(1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) awayfrom your vehicle.
Why does active park assist not offera parking space?
Your vehicle's speed is greater than22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parkingor greater than 19 mph (30 km/h) forperpendicular parking.
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