2023 FORD F150 four wheel drive

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE – INFORMATION MESSAGES - RAPTOR
ActionMessage
A four-wheel drive system fault is present.Have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Check 4x4
The four-wheel drive system is making ashift.4x4 Shift in Progress
Displays when you attempt to switch tofour-wheel drive low mode and you do notshift the transmission to neutral (N).
For 4x4 LOW Shift to N
Displays when you attempt to switch tofour-wheel drive low mode and yourvehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph(5 km/h).
For 4x4 LOW Slow to 3 MPH
For 4x4 LOW Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when you attempt to switch fromfour-wheel drive low mode and you do notshift the transmission to neutral (N).
To Exit 4x4 LOW Shift to N
Displays when you attempt to switch fromfour-wheel drive low mode and yourvehicle's speed is greater than 3 mph(5 km/h).
To Exit 4x4 LOW Slow to 3 MPH
To Exit 4x4 LOW Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when there is a transfer case geartooth blockage while shifting to or fromfour-wheel drive low mode or to the neutralstate. Place the transmission in a forwardgear, move your vehicle forward approxim-ately 5 ft (1.5 m), and shift the transmissionback to neutral (N) to allow the transfercase to complete the range shift.
Shift Delayed Drive Forward
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemdetects a mechanical shift block whenshifting out of four-wheel drive high. SeeFour-Wheel Drive Limitations (page 275).
4x4 Unable to Disengage. See Manual
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemresumes normal function.4x4 Restored
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ActionMessage
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemdetects driving conditions which tempor-arily require greater four-wheel driveperformance. The system automaticallyresumes normal function after the systemno longer detects these driving conditions.
4X4 Temporarily Locked
Displays when the system requires anadditional transmission shift to neutral (N)to complete a transfer case shift.
Shift to Neutral
Displays when you command a four-wheeldrive shift during conditions which arepotentially harmful to the drivelinecomponents.
To Engage 4x4 Slow to 3 MPH
To Engage 4x4 Slow to 5 km/h
Displays when the four-wheel drive systemrequests that you release the acceleratorpedal to complete a four-wheel drive shift.See Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode(page 276).
To Engage 4x4 Release Accelerator Pedal
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
The electronic locking differential is adevice housed in the rear axle, and canprovide additional traction when needed.
HOW DOES THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
WORK - EXCLUDING: RAPTOR
You can activate the differentialelectronically and shift it on the fly withinthe operating speed range. The electronicdifferential disengages when the vehiclespeed exceeds a set value, and reengageswhen the vehicle speed goes below a setvalue. See Switching the ElectronicLocking Differential On and Off (page285). It also engages based on certainselected drive modes. See Selecting aDrive Mode (page 363). The electroniclocking differential is for use in mud, rocks,sand, or any off-road condition where youneed maximum traction.
Note:The electronic locking differential canactivate or deactivate automatically basedon speed, four-wheel drive mode, and drivemode selection. See Switching theElectronic Locking Differential On andOff (page 285).
Note:The electronic locking differential isfor off-road use only and is not for use ondry pavement. Using the electronic lockingdifferential on dry pavement results inincreased tire wear, noise and vibration.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control are selectedand active. The system may not engage asexpected.
HOW DOES THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL
WORK - RAPTOR
You can activate the differentialelectronically and shift it on the fly withinthe operating speed range. The electronicdifferential disengages when the vehiclespeed exceeds a set value and it reengageswhen the vehicle speed goes below a setvalue depending on drive mode. SeeSwitching the Electronic LockingDifferential On and Off (page 285). Theelectronic locking differential is for use inmud, rocks, sand, or any off-road conditionwhere you need maximum traction.
Note:The electronic locking differential canactivate or deactivate automatically basedon speed, four-wheel drive mode, and drivemode selection. See Switching theElectronic Locking Differential On andOff (page 285).
Note:The electronic locking differential isfor off-road use only and is not for use ondry pavement. Using the electronic lockingdifferential on dry pavement results inincreased tire wear, noise and vibration.
Note:The electronic locking differential isnot available in 2H.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control are selectedand active. The system may not engage asexpected.
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Note:The electronic locking differential canactivate or deactivate automatically basedon speed, four-wheel drive mode, and drivemode selection. See Selecting a DriveMode (page 363).
4X4 Rear Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedDrive Modes
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Normal (2H, 4A2, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Eco (2H, 4A2, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Sport (2H, 4A2, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Slippery (2H, 4A2,4H)
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitDeep Snow/Sand
(4H, 4L)1
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitMud/Ruts (4H, 4L)1
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitRock Crawl (4L)1
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Tow/Haul Mode
1Automatically engages when you select these drive modes. You have the ability tomanually override the automatic engagement by pressing the electronic locking differentialbutton.2If available for 4A drive modes.
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment Speed4WD Mode
No speed LimitNo speed LimitNo speed LimitFour-Wheel DriveLow (4L)
Note:The electronic locking differentialmay not engage if you press your acceleratorpedal during an engagement attempt. Amessage could display in the instrumentdisplay guiding you to release theaccelerator pedal.
Note:If the electronic locking differentialhas difficulty disengaging, release theaccelerator pedal and turn the steeringwheel in the opposite direction while rolling.
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Note:The electronic locking differential isfor off-road use only and is not for use ondry pavement. Using the electronic lockingdifferential on dry pavement results inincreased tire wear, noise and vibration.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control are selectedand active. The system may not engage asexpected.
SWITCHING THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ON
AND OFF - RAPTOR
The button to activate and deactivate theelectronic locking differential is in thecenter of the drive mode rotary switch.
To manually activate or deactivate theelectronic locking differential, press theelectronic locking differential button.
Note:The electronic locking differential canactivate or deactivate automatically basedon speed, four-wheel drive mode, and drivemode selection. See Selecting a DriveMode (page 363).
Rear Electronic Locking Differential Engagement Speed and Availability
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedDrive Modes
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Normal (4A, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Sport (4A, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Slippery (4A, 4H)
20 mph (30 km/h)25 mph (41 km/h)20 mph (30 km/h)Tow/Haul (4A,4H)
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitOff-Road (4H)1
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Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment SpeedDrive Modes
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitBaja (4H)
No Speed LimitNo Speed LimitNo Speed LimitRock Crawl (4L)1
1Automatically engages when you select this drive mode. You have the ability to manuallyoverride the automatic engagement by pressing the electronic locking differential button.
Automatic Re-Engagement SpeedAutomatic Disen-gagement SpeedMaximum Engage-ment Speed4WD Mode
No speed LimitNo speed LimitNo speed LimitFour-Wheel DriveLow (4L)
Note:The electronic locking differentialmay not engage if you press your acceleratorpedal during an engagement attempt. Amessage could display in the instrumentdisplay guiding you to release theaccelerator pedal.
Note:If the electronic locking differentialhas difficulty disengaging, release theaccelerator pedal and turn the steeringwheel in the opposite direction while rolling.
Note:The electronic locking differential isfor off-road use only and is not for use ondry pavement. Using the electronic lockingdifferential on dry pavement results inincreased tire wear, noise and vibration.
Note:Do not perform this operation whencruise control or trail control are selectedand active. The system may not engage asexpected.
SWITCHING THE ELECTRONIC
LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ON
AND OFF - 4X2
The button to activate and deactivate theelectronic locking differential is located inthe center of the Drive mode rotary switch.
To manually activate or deactivate theelectronic locking differential, press theelectronic locking differential button.
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REVERSE BRAKING ASSIST –FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is reverse braking assist unavailable?
•Make sure the reverse braking assist ison. See Switching Reverse BrakingAssist On and Off (page 298).
•Make sure that all doors, liftgate ortailgate and hood are closed. Drive thevehicle on a straight road for a shortperiod. If the message remains, havethe system checked.
•Make sure the cross traffic alert systemis on if equipped. See Switching CrossTraffic Alert On and Off (page 388).
•Make sure the rear parking aid systemis on. See Rear Parking Aid (page 324).
•Make sure the traction control is on.See Switching Traction Control Onand Off (page 307).
Note:The traction control automaticallyturns off if four-wheel drive low and certaindrive modes such as mud/ruts andsnow/sand is activated.
•The vehicle may have sustained a rearend impact. Have the sensors checkedfor proper coverage and operation.
•An anti-lock brake, traction control orstability control event may haveoccurred. Reverse braking assistresumes operation when the event iscomplete.
•Make sure the rear view camera and360 degree camera are not dirty orobstructed. If dirty, clean the camera.If the message still appears aftercleaning the camera, wait a short timefor the message to clear. If themessage does not clear, have thesystem checked.
•Make sure the cross traffic alert andrear parking aid sensors are notblocked or faulty. See Locating theCross Traffic Alert Sensors (page388). See Locating the Rear ParkingAid Sensors (page 324).
•You recently had your vehicle serviced,or the battery disconnected. Drive yourvehicle a short distance to resumesystem operation.
•Reverse braking assist does notfunction when you connect a trailer.Operation resumes when youdisconnect the trailer.
Note:If the answers to why the system isunavailable do not assist in returning reversebraking assist to available, have the systemchecked as soon as possible.
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WHAT IS TRAIL CONTROL
WARNING: The system does notcontrol speed in low traction conditionsor extremely steep slopes. The systemis designed to be an aid and does notrelieve you of your responsibility to drivewith due care and attention. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury.
Trail control lets you focus on steeringduring low-speed and off-road use bycontrolling your vehicle's acceleration andbraking to maintain the speed that you set.
You may hear a noise from the anti-lockbrake system pump motor when you usethe system. This is normal.
TRAIL CONTROL LIMITATIONS
Trail control is unavailable when any of thefollowing occur:
•Your vehicle speed is greater than20 mph (32 km/h) in two-wheel drivehigh (2H) or four-wheel drive high (4H)modes.
•Your vehicle speed is greater than9 mph (15 km/h) in four-wheel drivelow (4L) mode.
•Your vehicle speed is greater than5 mph (8 km/h) in reverse (R).
•The transmission is in park (P).
•The driver side door is open or yourseatbelt is off when the driver side dooris removed.
•Cruise control is on.
•Pro trailer backup assist is on.
SWITCHING TRAIL CONTROL
ON AND OFF
Press the button.
The system switches off if you press thebutton again or exceed 40 mph (64 km/h).
SETTING THE TRAIL CONTROL
SPEED
Note:The buttons are located on thesteering wheel.
Drive to your preferred speed.
Press button to increase the setcurrent speed.
Press button to decrease the setcurrent speed.
Note:The indicator changes color.
You can adjust the set speed in small orlarge increments. Press the toggle buttonupward or downward once to adjust theset speed in small increments. Press andhold the toggle button upward ordownward to adjust the set speed in largeincrements.
You can also adjust the set speed bybraking.
Note:Pressing the brake pedal does notswitch off the system.
CANCELING THE SET SPEED
Press the button.
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