UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 5.0L
Engine compartment fuse box. See Under Hood Fuse Box (page 488).A.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 505).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick Overview (page 505).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Checking the Brake Fluid (page 291).D.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 510).E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Checking the Coolant (page 506).F.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir.G.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 512).H.
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WHAT ARE THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES
The auxiliary switchboard on the overheadconsole makes aftermarket customizationeasier with six prewired switchesconnected to the power distribution box.Each circuit is individually fused forconnection of electrical accessories.
For maximum vehicle performance, keepthe following information in mind whenadding accessories or equipment to yourvehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment,passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weightcapacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR asindicated on the safety compliancecertification label). Ask an authorizeddealer for specific weight information.
•It is your responsibility to ensure thatany equipment you have fittedcomplies with applicable locallegislation.
•An authorized dealer needs to installmobile communication systems.Improper installation may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularlyif the manufacturer did not design themobile communication systemspecifically for automotive use.
•If you or an authorized dealer add anyelectrical or electronic accessories orcomponents not produced by us toyour vehicle, you may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Inaddition, you may also adversely affectthe performance of the other electricalsystems in the vehicle.
LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES
The auxiliary switchboard on the overheadconsole makes aftermarket customizationeasier with six prewired switchesconnected to the power distribution box.The circuits are individually fused forconnection of electrical accessories.
The switches have labels for AUX 1 throughAUX 6. They only operate when the ignitionis in the on position, whether the engine isrunning or not. We recommend that youleave the engine running to maintainbattery charge when using the switchesfor an extended time or when using highercurrent draw accessories. When you turnon a switch, the indicator light on theswitch illuminates and the circuit providespower to the device wired to that switch.
Note:AUX switch 1 operates the off-roadlamps when your vehicle comes with thisoption.
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LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCH WIRING
There are three sets of blunt-cut andsealed circuits. Two sets are under thehood and behind the battery tray, and oneset is inside your vehicle at the passengerfootwell.
The powered set (A) is taped behind thebattery tray and has a red spot tape mark.
The second set (B) is also under the hood.It is taped behind the battery tray and hasa white spot tape mark. This set routes tothe interior passenger footwell.
Remove the battery and battery tray toaccess the underhood circuits.
The interior set is taped on a wire harnessby the passenger side footwell. This set isthe other end of the circuits taped behindthe battery tray, with a white spot tapemark.
Remove the fuse panel access door in thekick panel to access the wires. If you do notsee them, you may need to pull themdown.
See Fuses (page 488). See your authorizeddealer for service.
Circuits from the under hood fuse box (A)are powered. All other circuits (B-E) arenot connected at either end.
Additional information on fuse and relaylocations is available. See Fuses (page488). See your authorized dealer for service.
IDENTIFYING THE AUXILIARY SWITCH WIRING
The switches are coded as follows:
FuseWire SizePassengerFootwellWire ColorUnder-hoodPassThrough
Wire ColorPowerDistribu-tion Box
10A1.0 mm²AUX 1Violet/GreenAUX 1Violet/GreenAUX 1
15A1.0 mm²AUX 2Green/BrownAUX 2Green/BrownAUX 2
15A1.0 mm²AUX 3Green/BlueAUX 3Green/BlueAUX 3
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FuseWire SizePassengerFootwellWire ColorUnder-hoodPassThrough
Wire ColorPowerDistribu-tion Box
10A1.0 mm²AUX 4BrownAUX 4BrownAUX 4
5A1.0 mm²AUX 5Blue/OrangeAUX 5Blue/OrangeAUX 5
5A1.0 mm²AUX 6Yellow/OrangeAUX 6Yellow/OrangeAUX 6
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Autowipers......................................................143Adjusting the Sensitivity of the RainSensor................................................................143Autowipers Settings..........................................143What Are Autowipers........................................143Auxiliary Switches........................................661
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Base Warranty..............................................664BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................512Bed Extender...................................................115Bed Extender Precautions................................115Using the Bed Extender.....................................116Blind Spot Information System.............382Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting............................................386Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage..........................................................383Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................385Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations..................................................382Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions.................................................382Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................382Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting.......................................386Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages................................386Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage........................................383Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage Limitations..................................384Selecting a Trailer..............................................385Setting a Trailer Length...................................384What Is Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Coverage.............................................383BlueCruise Alerts.........................................359BlueCruise AutomaticCancellation...............................................359BlueCruise......................................................356BlueCruise – Troubleshooting......................360BlueCruise Indicators.................................359BlueCruise Limitations...............................357BlueCruise Precautions.............................356
BlueCruise Requirements.........................357BlueCruise Settings....................................358BlueCruise – Troubleshooting................360BlueCruise – Information Messages..........360Bluetooth®....................................................649Body Control Module Fuse Box.............494Accessing the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................494Identifying the Fuses in the Body ControlModule Fuse Box..........................................494Locating the Body Control Module FuseBox.....................................................................494Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........498Booster Seats...................................................61Brake Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle(HEV).............................................................178Brake Fluid Specification..........................292Brake Over Accelerator - Excluding:Raptor............................................................291Brake Over Accelerator - Raptor.............291Brake Precautions........................................291Brakes...............................................................291Anti-Lock Braking System...............................291Brakes – Troubleshooting..............................292Brakes – Troubleshooting........................292Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................293Brakes – Warning Lamps................................292Breaking-In.....................................................473
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Calculating Payload...................................406Calculating the Load Limit.......................407Canceling the Set Speed...........................312Capacities and Specifications................578Catalytic Converter.....................................262Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting............................................262Catalytic Converter Precautions............262Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting........................................262Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps...............................................................262Center Console Work Surface.................225Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.............................................227
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Four-Wheel Drive –Troubleshooting.......................................280Four-Wheel Drive – InformationMessages.........................................................280Four-Wheel Drive – Warning Lamps.........280Front Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification................................................617Front Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/PoliceResponder.....................................................44Front Exterior - Police Responder...........46Front Exterior - Raptor.................................45Front Parking Aid.........................................325Front Parking Aid Audible Warnings...........325Front Parking Aid Limitations........................325Locating the Front Parking AidSensors.............................................................325What is the Front Parking Aid.......................325Front Passenger Sensing System.............77Front Passenger Sensing SystemIndicators............................................................79Front Passenger Sensing SystemPrecautions........................................................79How Does the Front Passenger SensingSystem Work......................................................77What Is the Front Passenger SensingSystem.................................................................77Front Seat Precautions..............................193Front Seats......................................................193Heated Seats......................................................200Manual Seats.......................................................194Massage Seats....................................................199Power Seats.........................................................196Ventilated Seats................................................200Fuel and Refueling.......................................251Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting............................................260Fuel Quality..........................................................252Refueling...............................................................255Running Out of Fuel..........................................254Fuel and Refueling Precautions..............251Fuel and Refueling –Troubleshooting.......................................260Fuel and Refueling – InformationMessages.........................................................260Fuel and Refueling – WarningLamps...............................................................260Fuel Gauge......................................................170Fuel Gauge Limitations......................................171
Locating the Fuel Filler Door............................171What Is Distance to Empty...............................171What Is the Fuel Gauge....................................170What Is the Low Fuel Reminder.....................171Fuel Quality....................................................252Selecting the Correct Fuel..............................252Switching Between E85 andGasoline............................................................253Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)............................259Fuel Tank Capacity - Hybrid ElectricVehicle (HEV)............................................259Fuse Precautions........................................488Fuses................................................................488Body Control Module Fuse Box...................494Fuses – Troubleshooting................................497Under Hood Fuse Box.....................................488Fuses – Troubleshooting..........................497Fuses – Frequently Asked Questions.........497
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Garage Door Opener AdditionalAssistance.....................................................211Garage Door Opener..................................208Garage Door Opener Introduction........208Garage Door Opener Precautions andFrequencies................................................208General Maintenance Information........667Glare Free Lighting.......................................155Glare Free Lighting Indicators........................156Glare Free Lighting Limitations.....................156Glare Free Lighting Precautions....................155Glare Free Lighting Requirements................155How Does Glare Free Lighting Work............155Overriding Glare Free Lighting.......................156Switching Glare Free Lighting On andOff.......................................................................156Glare Free Lighting –Troubleshooting.........................................157Glare Free Lighting – InformationMessages...........................................................157Glasses Holder..............................................232Locating the Glasses Holder..........................232Global Opening..............................................161Switching Global Opening On andOff........................................................................162Using Global Opening........................................161
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Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge..............................................................171Transporting the Vehicle..........................484Trip Computer...............................................180Trip Summary.................................................178Turbo Boost Gauge........................................171
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Under Hood Fuse Box...............................488Accessing the Under Hood Fuse Box........488Identifying the Fuses in the Under HoodFuse Box..........................................................489Locating the Under Hood Fuse Box...........488Under Hood Overview - 2.7LEcoBoost™................................................499Under Hood Overview - 3.3L..................500Under Hood Overview - 3.5L, HybridElectric Vehicle (HEV)............................502Under Hood Overview - 3.5LEcoboost™..................................................501Under Hood Overview - 5.0L..................503Under Hood Overview - 5.2L,Raptor...........................................................504Under Seat Storage....................................230Locating the Under Seat StorageCompartment................................................230Unique Features - 3.5L Ecoboost™........33Unique Features - 5.2L.................................33USB Ports.........................................................212Using Alexa Built-In....................................642Using a Slide-In Camper..........................405Using Auto Hold...........................................305Using Bead-Lock Wheels - Raptor........547Using Keyless Entry.....................................108Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems.........................................................101Using Onboard Scales...............................437Using Progressive RangeSelection......................................................269Using Smart Hitch.......................................435Using Snow Chains....................................546Using the Center Console Work Surface- Vehicles With: Column Shift..............225Using the Center Console Work Surface- Vehicles With: Console Shift.............226Using the Instrument Cluster DisplayControls.........................................................175
Using the Integrated Trailer BrakeController.....................................................425Using the Keyless Entry Keypad................111Using the Remote Control - PoliceResponder.....................................................90Using the Remote Control...........................91Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceController....................................................444Using the Trailer Backup AssistanceViews.............................................................444Using This Publication..................................25Using Trailer Hitching Assistance..........432Using Trailer Reverse GuidanceViews.............................................................458
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Vehicle Care...................................................529Cleaning the Exterior........................................530Cleaning the Interior.........................................532Vehicle Identification Number...............620Locating the Vehicle IdentificationNumber............................................................620Vehicle Identification NumberOverview..........................................................620Vehicle Identification.................................620Vehicle Identification Number.....................620Vehicle Interior - Excluding: Raptor/Police Responder.........................................41Vehicle Interior - Police Responder.........43Vehicle Interior - Raptor...............................42Vehicle Software Updates.......................657Vehicle System Reset................................659Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting........................................625Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................625Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot................................624Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot –Troubleshooting............................................625Ventilated Seats..........................................200Switching the Ventilated Seats On andOff......................................................................200Ventilated Seat Precautions.........................200
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