2023 FORD F150 parking sensors

Why does the system not detect asensor?
•There could be an issue with theconnection. Make sure that the 12-wayconnector is fully inserted into the12-way socket, that the red rubber sealis not visible when the connector is fullyinserted and that the wiring harnesssensor connection is fully inserted atthe trailer sensor.
•The wiring harness could be damaged.Check for damaged wiring between the12-way connector and the trailersensor.
•There could be multiple sensorsconnected to your vehicle. Make sureonly one sensor is connected at a time.
•The sensor could be incorrectlyinstalled. Make sure the sensor isinstalled on a vertical surface with thearrows pointing straight up.
What does it mean if the systemremains on one message for anextended time during calibrationwhen setting up the system withthe sensor?
•The trailer length could be outside theallowed range. The system is designedto work with trailers that have a hitchpoint to center of the axle or axlesmeasurement of 6–33 ft(1.85–10.05 m).
•The road surface could be too rough orbumpy. Try calibrating the system ona smoother road surface, such as anopen parking lot.
•The sensor could be incorrectlyinstalled. Make sure the sensor isinstalled on a vertical surface with thearrows pointing straight up.
What does it mean if the systemdoes not detect a trailer whenconfigured with a sensor?
•Verify that you properly connected thesensor. See Trailer SensorInstallation (page 441). Repeatcalibration on a different route if youhave verified sensor installation.
What if I want to use a sensor forthe trailer instead of a sticker?
•Install the sensor and connect thesensor wiring before adding the newtrailer to the system. You must connectthe sensor before you add the trailer.If your vehicle did not come with asensor, you can purchase one from yourauthorized dealer.
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2023 F-150 (TFD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202206, DOMTrailer Backup Assistance (If Equipped)

Why does the system not detect asensor?
•There could be an issue with theconnection. Make sure that the 12-wayconnector is fully inserted into the12-way socket, that the red rubber sealis not visible when the connector is fullyinserted and that the wiring harnesssensor connection is fully inserted atthe trailer sensor.
•The wiring harness could be damaged.Check for damaged wiring between the12-way connector and the trailersensor.
•There could be multiple sensorsconnected to your vehicle. Make sureonly one sensor is connected at a time.
•The sensor could be incorrectlyinstalled. Make sure the sensor isinstalled on a vertical surface with thearrows pointing straight up.
What does it mean if the systemremains on one message for anextended time during calibrationwhen setting up the system withthe sensor?
•The trailer length could be outside theallowed range. The system is designedto work with trailers that have a hitchpoint to center of the axle or axlesmeasurement of 6–33 ft(1.85–10.05 m).
•The road surface could be too rough orbumpy. Try calibrating the system ona smoother road surface, such as anopen parking lot.
•The sensor could be incorrectlyinstalled. Make sure the sensor isinstalled on a vertical surface with thearrows pointing straight up.
What does it mean if the systemdoes not detect a trailer whenconfigured with a sensor?
•Verify that you properly connected thesensor. See Trailer SensorInstallation (page 456). Repeatcalibration on a different route if youhave verified sensor installation.
What if I want to use a sensor forthe trailer instead of a sticker?
•Install the sensor and connect thesensor wiring before adding the newtrailer to the system. You must connectthe sensor before you add the trailer.If your vehicle did not come with asensor, you can purchase one from yourauthorized dealer.
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2023 F-150 (TFD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202206, DOMTrailer Reverse Guidance (If Equipped)

If you intend on parking your vehicle for anextended period after cleaning the wheelswith a wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle fora few minutes before parking your vehicle.This reduces the risk of corrosion of thebrake discs, brake pads and linings.
Do not clean the wheels when they are hot.
Note: Some car washes could damagewheel rims and covers.
Note: Using non-recommended cleaners,harsh cleaning products, chrome wheelcleaners or abrasive materials coulddamage wheel rims and covers.
CLEANING THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove debrisfrom the screen area below windshield.
Note:If you are not familiar with the partsaround the engine do not wash the enginecompartment. Avoid frequent enginewashes.
When washing the engine compartment:
•Never wash or rinse the engine while itis hot or running.
•Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,spark plug wire or spark plug well.
•Cover the battery, power distributionbox, and air filter assembly to preventwater damage.
Note:If your vehicle has an engine coverremove the cover before application ofshampoo and degreaser.
•Spray an approved engine shampooand degreaser on all parts that requirecleaning and rinse with water.
CLEANING STRIPES ORGRAPHICS
It is recommended to wash your vehicle byhand however, pressure washing may beused under the following conditions:
•Use a spray with a 40° wide sprayangle pattern.
•Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)distance and 90° angle to yourvehicle's surface.
•Do not use water pressure higher than2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).
•Do not use water hotter than 179°F(82°C).
Note:Holding the pressure washer nozzleat an angle to the vehicle's surface maydamage graphics and cause the edges topeel away from the vehicle's surface.
CLEANING CAMERA LENSES ANDSENSORS
We recommend that you only uselukewarm or cold water and a soft clothto clean the camera lens and sensors.
Note:Do not pressure wash camera lensand sensors.
CLEANING THE UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of yourvehicle frequently. Keep body and doordrain holes free from packed dirt.
Rear suspension components may requireregular cleaning with a power washer or athorough rinse with a strong stream ofwater if the vehicle is operated in dusty ormuddy environments. Rear leaf springs orother suspension components may emitsqueaking or popping noises whileoperating the vehicle if particles, such asdirt, rocks, or other debris, are present inthe components.
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CHANGING A FLAT TIRE -
EXCLUDING: RAPTOR
If you get a flat tire when driving, do notapply the brake heavily. Instead, graduallydecrease your speed, hold the steeringwheel firmly and slowly move to a safeplace on the side of the road.
Have a flat serviced by an authorizeddealer to prevent damage to the systemsensors. See Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem Precautions (page 555).Replacethe spare tire with a road tire as soon aspossible. When repairing or replacing theflat tire, have the authorized dealer inspectthe system sensor for damage.
Note:Only use tire sealants in roadsideemergencies as they may damage the tirepressure monitoring system sensor.
Note:The tire pressure monitoring systemindicator light illuminates when the sparetire is in use. To restore the full functionalityof the monitoring system, all road wheelsthat come with tire pressure monitoringsensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and TireAssembly Information
WARNING: Failure to follow theseguidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury ordeath.
If you have a dissimilar spare wheel andtire, the intent of the spare wheel is fortemporary use only. This means that if youneed to use it, replace it as soon aspossible with a road wheel and tireassembly that is the same size and typeas the road tires and wheels originallyprovided by Ford.
A dissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyis defined as a spare wheel and tireassembly that is different in brand, size orappearance from the road tires andwheels.
Full-size dissimilar spare
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
•Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
•Use more than one dissimilar sparewheel and tire assembly at a time.
•Use snow chains on the end of thevehicle with the dissimilar spare wheeland tire assembly.
•Engage any four-wheel drive mode.See Four-Wheel Drive Limitations(page 275).
•Engage any four-wheel drive.
Using a full-size dissimilar spare wheel andtire assembly can compromise theeffectiveness of the following:
•Handling, stability and brakingperformance.
•Comfort and noise.
•Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
•Winter weather driving capability.
•Wet weather driving capability.
•Four-wheel drive capability.
When driving with the full-size dissimilarspare wheel and tire assembly, giveadditional caution to:
•Towing a trailer.
•Driving vehicles that come with acamper body.
•Driving vehicles with a load on thecargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-sizedissimilar spare wheel and tire assemblyand seek service as soon as possible.
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2023 F-150 (TFD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202206, DOMChanging a Road Wheel

Adjusting the Sound Settings.................627Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Manual Adjustable SteeringColumn..........................................................140Adjusting the Steering Wheel - VehiclesWith: Power Adjustable SteeringColumn..........................................................140Adjusting the Volume.................................627Aid Mode..........................................................377How Does Aid Mode Work..............................377What Is Aid Mode...............................................377Airbag Precautions.........................................75Airbags................................................................73Front Passenger Sensing System...................77Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control - Vehicles With:Automatic Temperature Control.............184See: Climate Control - Vehicles With: ManualTemperature Control...................................189Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 2.7L EcoBoost™..........610Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.3L....................................611Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.5L, Hybrid ElectricVehicle (HEV).............................................613Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 3.5L Ecoboost™..........612Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 5.0L..................................614Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification - 5.2L.................................609Alert and Aid Mode......................................377How Does Alert and Aid Mode Work..........378What Is Alert and Aid Mode............................377Alert Mode......................................................376Adjusting the Steering Wheel VibrationIntensity.............................................................377How Does Alert Mode Work...........................377What Is Alert Mode............................................376Alexa Built-In.................................................642Alexa Built-In Requirements...................642Alexa Built-In Settings...............................642AM/FM Radio................................................628AM/FM Radio Limitations..............................628Selecting a Radio Station...............................628Ambient Lighting..........................................160Adjusting Ambient Lighting............................160
Switching Ambient Lighting On andOff.......................................................................160Anti-Lock Braking System.........................291Anti-Lock Braking SystemLimitations.......................................................291Anti-Theft Alarm System..........................134Arming the Anti-Theft Alarm System.........135Disarming the Anti-Theft AlarmSystem...............................................................135How Does the Anti-Theft Alarm SystemWork....................................................................134What Are the Inclination Sensors.................135What Are the Interior Sensors.......................134What Is the Anti-Theft AlarmSystem...............................................................134What Is the Perimeter Alarm..........................134Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings........135Setting the Alarm Security Level..................135Switching Ask on Exit On and Off................135What are the Alarm Security Levels............135What Is Ask on Exit.............................................135Appendices.....................................................751Applying the Electric ParkingBrake.............................................................294Applying the Electric Parking Brake in anEmergency..................................................294App Precautions..........................................650App Requirements.....................................650Apps.................................................................650At a Glance.......................................................33Audio System................................................626AM/FM Radio......................................................628Audio System – Troubleshooting................633Digital Radio........................................................629Satellite Radio....................................................630Audio System Precautions......................626Audio System – Troubleshooting..........633Audio System – InformationMessages.........................................................633Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror.................165What Is the Auto-Dimming ExteriorMirror..................................................................165Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror...................163Auto-Dimming Interior MirrorLimitations.......................................................163What Is the Auto-Dimming InteriorMirror..................................................................163Auto Hold.......................................................305
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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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Launching or Retrieving a Boat orPersonal Watercraft................................420Linking or Unlinking a PersonalProfile............................................................652Live Traffic......................................................654Switching Live Traffic On and Off...............654What Is Live Traffic...........................................654Load Carrying...............................................404Load Carrying Precautions......................404Loading Your Trailer.....................................419Locating the 360 Degree Cameras -Excluding: Raptor/Tremor.....................332Locating the 360 Degree Cameras -Raptor/Tremor...........................................333Locating the Auxiliary Switches.............661Locating the Auxiliary SwitchWiring............................................................662Locating the Blind Spot InformationSystem Sensors........................................383Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir.........291Locating the Cross Traffic AlertSensors........................................................388Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel...............254Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad........110Locating the Memory FunctionButtons.........................................................207Locating the Outlets....................................219Locating the Power Outlets......................214Locating the Pre-Collision AssistSensors.........................................................393Locating the Rear View Camera............329Locating the Safety ComplianceCertification Labels.................................405Locating the Tire label...............................537Locating the USB Ports - Excluding:Raptor.............................................................212Locating the USB Ports - Raptor............212Locating the Wireless AccessoryCharger.........................................................228Locating Your Vehicle...................................92Locking and Unlocking the Tailgate........113Locking the Rear Window Controls.......162
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Maintenance.................................................498Engine Air Filter...................................................510Engine Oil.............................................................505
Exterior Bulbs........................................................517Interior Bulbs.......................................................526Maintenance Precautions........................498Making and Receiving a PhoneCall................................................................646Manually Dimming the InteriorMirror..............................................................163Manually Releasing the Electric ParkingBrake.............................................................294Manually Shifting Gears...........................266Shifting Using the Buttons on the SelectorLever...................................................................267Shifting Using the Paddle Shifters.............266Manual Park Release...................................271Manual Park Release Precautions................271Using Manual Park Release.............................271What Is Manual Park Release.........................271Manual Seats.................................................194Adjusting the Head Restraint.........................194Adjusting the Lumbar Support.....................195Adjusting the Seat Backrest...........................195Folding the Seats...............................................202Head Restraint Components.........................194Installing the Head Restraint.........................195Moving the Seat Backward andForward.............................................................195Removing the Head Restraint.......................194Unfolding the Seats..........................................203Massage Seats..............................................199Adjusting the Massage Seat Settings........199Massage Seat Limitations..............................199Memory Function.........................................207Memory Function Precautions...............207Mislock.............................................................105Mislock Limitations............................................105Switching Mislock On and Off.......................105What Is Mislock...................................................105Mobile CommunicationsEquipment...................................................722Mobile Device Data........................................32Moonroof Bounce-Back.............................167Overriding Moonroof Bounce-Back.............167What Is Moonroof Bounce-Back...................167Moonroof.........................................................166Moonroof Bounce-Back...................................167Motorcraft Parts - 2.7LEcoBoost™.................................................585Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L..............................586
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Removing the Head Restraint........................197Pre-Collision Assist Limitations..............391Pre-Collision Assist Precautions...........390Pre-Collision Assist....................................390Automatic Emergency Braking....................396Distance Alert.....................................................395Distance Indication...........................................393Evasive Steering Assist...................................396Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting............................................397Pre-Collision Assist –Troubleshooting........................................397Pre-Collision Assist – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................398Pre-Collision Assist – InformationMessages.........................................................397Pre-Collision Assist – WarningLamps................................................................397Predictive Speed Assist..............................351Adjusting the Set Speed Tolerance............353How Does Predictive Speed AssistWork....................................................................351Predictive Speed Assist Alerts......................353Predictive Speed Assist Indicators..............353Predictive Speed Assist Limitations...........352Predictive Speed Assist Precautions..........351Switching Predictive Speed Assist ModeOn and Off.......................................................352Predictive Speed Assist –Troubleshooting........................................353Predictive Speed Assist – InformationMessages.........................................................353Preparing Your Vehicle forStorage.........................................................535Programming a MyKey................................101Programming the Garage DoorOpener.........................................................209Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Flip Key..............................97Programming the Remote Control -Vehicles With: Push Button Start.........96Properly Adjusting the Driver and FrontPassenger Seats..........................................76PunctureSee: Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding:Raptor................................................................561See: Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor.............568Push Button Ignition Switch....................234
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Radio Frequency CertificationLabels...........................................................684Blind Spot Information SystemSensors............................................................684Body Control Module.......................................687Cruise Control Module....................................690Keys and Remote Controls............................694Passive Anti-Theft System............................697Radio Transceiver Module...............................701SYNC......................................................................704Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemSensors.............................................................709Wireless Accessory Charging Module.........715Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Police Responder........619Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification - Raptor.............................618Rear Axle Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................618Rear Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/PoliceResponder......................................................47Rear Exterior - Police Responder.............49Rear Exterior - Raptor...................................48Rear Occupant Alert System AudibleWarnings.....................................................206Rear Occupant Alert SystemIndicators.....................................................206Rear Occupant Alert SystemLimitations..................................................205Rear Occupant Alert SystemPrecautions.................................................205Rear Occupant Alert System..................205Rear Parking Aid...........................................324Locating the Rear Parking AidSensors.............................................................324Rear Parking Aid Audible Warnings............325Rear Parking Aid Limitations.........................324What is the Rear Parking Aid.........................324Rear Seats......................................................202Heated Seats......................................................203Manual Seats......................................................202Rear View Camera Guide Lines..............330Rear View Camera Precautions.............329Rear View Camera.......................................329Rear View Camera Settings..........................330
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