2023 FORD F150 transfer case

Note:You may hear a noise as the transfercase shifts out of its neutral position. Thisis normal.
5.Make sure the instrument clusterdisplays Neutral Tow Disabled.
RECREATIONALLY TOWING
YOUR VEHICLE - 4X2
You cannot recreational tow your vehiclewith all wheels on the ground becausevehicle or transmission damage couldoccur. You must recreational tow yourvehicle with all four wheels off the ground,such as when using a car-hauling trailer.Otherwise, you cannot recreational towyour vehicle.
EMERGENCY TOWING
If your vehicle becomes inoperable withoutaccess to wheel dollies or a vehicletransport trailer, it can be flat-towed withall wheels on the ground, regardless of thepowertrain and transmission configuration,under the following conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward fortowing in a forward direction.
•Use the manual park releaseprocedure. See Using Manual ParkRelease (page 271). Failure to do somay result in damage to thetransmission.
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 mi (80 km).
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE – TROUBLESHOOTING
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
The transfer case is in the neutral position and your vehicleis safe to tow with all four wheels on the ground.Neutral Tow EnabledLeave Transmission inNeutral
There is a transfer case gear tooth blockage present. Withyour vehicle on, shift the transmission into drive (D) and letthe vehicle roll forward, up to 3 ft (1 m).
Shift Delayed DriveForward
The transfer case is not in the neutral position and your vehicleis not safe to tow with all four wheels on the ground.Neutral Tow Disabled
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To avoid potential Four-WheelDrive (4WD) malfunction or(4WD) system damage, it isrecommended to replace all fourtires rather than mixingsignificantly worn tires with newtires.
The tire pressure sensors mountedin the wheels (originally installedon your vehicle) are not designedto be used in aftermarket wheels.
The use of wheels or tires notrecommended may affect theoperation of your tire pressuremonitoring system.
If the tire pressure monitoringsystem indicator is flashing, yoursystem is malfunctioning. Yourreplacement tire might beincompatible with your tirepressure monitoring system, orsome component of the systemmay be damaged.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Do not exceed 30 mph(50 km/h). Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: Do not use snow chainson snow-free roads.
WARNING: Only fit snow chains tospecified tires.
WARNING: If your vehicle is fittedwith wheel trims, remove them beforefitting snow chains.
WARNING: If you choose to installsnow tires on your vehicle, they must bethe same size, construction, and loadrange as the original tires listed on thetire placard, and they must be installedon all four wheels. Mixing tires ofdifferent size or construction on yourvehicle can adversely affect yourvehicle's handling and braking, and maylead to loss of vehicle control.
WARNING: Wheels and tires mustbe the same size, load index and speedrating as those originally fitted on thevehicle. Use of any other tire or wheelcan affect the safety and performanceof your vehicle. Additionally, the use ofnon-recommended tires and wheels cancause steering, suspension, axle, transfercase or power transfer unit failure.Follow the recommended tire inflationpressures found on the SafetyCompliance Certification label, or theTire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge ofthe driver door. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover, or personal injuryor death.
Only use snow chains on rear wheels.Install snow chains in pairs. Do not useself-tensioning snow chains.
Only use snow chains on the followingspecified tire sizes. Only install chains thatare 15mm or less (SAE Class S chains).
•245/70R17
•265/70R17
•LT265/70R17
•265/60R18
•LT265/70R18
We recommend you use steel wheels ofthe same size and specification if snowchains are required because chains maychip aluminum wheels.
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TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
1.5 qt (1.4 L)Four-wheel drive (Electronic shift on theFly).
1.5 qt (1.4 L)Automatic four-wheel drive (Torque ondemand).
1.9 qt (1.8 L)Two-speed automatic four-wheel drive(Mechanical lock).
Materials
SpecificationName
WSS-M2C938-AMERCON® LV,Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid(U.S.)Motorcraft® MERCON® LV Automatic TransmissionFluid / Huile pour boîte automatique MERCON® LVMotorcraft®(Canada)XT-10-QLVC(U.S.)CXT-10-LV6(Canada)
TRANSFER CASE FLUID
CAPACITY AND
SPECIFICATION - RAPTOR
Use fluid that meets the definedspecification and viscosity grade.
If you do not use fluid that meets thedefined specification and viscosity grade,it could result in:
•Component damage that your vehiclewarranty does not cover.
•Reduced vehicle performance.
Capacities
QuantityVariant
1.9 qt (1.8 L)Two-speed four-high lock (Torque ondemand).
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Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.2Every 60,000 mi(96,600 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).2Every 60,000 mi(96,600 km)
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).2Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,000 km)Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).3
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Change the front axle fluid.4
Change the rear axle fluid.
Change the transfer case fluid.4
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant.5At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil andfilter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Only for vehicles with pickup bed power outlet.3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.4 Four-wheel drive vehicles only.5 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
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Driver Training/EVOC
Replace engine oil and filter as indicated by the informationdisplay and perform services listed in the extreme usagescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect brake pads, rotors, calipers, hoses, and service asrequired.
Inspect engine oil level.Inspect vehicle every dayprior to starting trainingSet tire pressure. Refer to driver door placard for cold tirepressure information.
Inspect tire quality for wear.
Set wheel lug nut torque. The cold wheel lug nut torqueis 150 lb.ft (204 Nm). If wheels are torqued while they arehot (after 15 minutes of EVOC driving), torque may bechecked to hot wheel lug nut torque of 70 lb.ft (95 Nm).
Proper functioning of safety devices (seat belts, no air baglights, etc.)
Front differential/axle fluid. Check front hub / bearing bolttorque to 130 lb.ft (175 Nm).25 hours of training use
Rear differential/axle fluid.100 hours of training use
Change transmission and transfer case fluids.Annually
Note:Follow base owner guide directionfor 1,000-mile vehicle break-in prior to usingvehicle for training purposes.
Note:Incorporate vehicle cool-down afterhard driving.
Note:Perform Training / EVOC serviceaccording to the extreme usage scheduledmaintenance chart.
Note:Use police responder part numbersfor replacement parts.
Engine Idle Hour Meter
Your vehicle may have an idle meter toindicate how much time the vehicle hasbeen sitting in park (P) or neutral (N). Themeter is incorporated with the vehicleodometer. Depressing the odometer-resetbutton once displays the trip odometer(miles [kilometers] following by a "T" fortrip odometer); depressing theodometer-reset button a second timedisplays the idle meter (hours following byan "H" for hours). The idle meter onlyaccumulates time while the vehicle is inpark (P) or neutral (N). Displayed time iscumulative for the vehicle and cannot bereset to zero. Police vehicles often
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experience long periods of idling, duringwhich engine oil continues to break downbut distance is not accumulated on theodometer. Engine Idle Hours have beenincorporated into the Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicles, axle(s) andtransfer case fluid changes or level checksare not required unless a leak is suspectedor the assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company urges youto have all recommended maintenanceservices performed at the specifiedintervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using an oilthat meets our specification or has anAmerican Petroleum Institute certified forgasoline engines (certification mark) oil,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(4,800 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - RAPTOR
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in thefollowing tables when specified or within3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the oil changerequired message appearing in theinformation display.
•Example 1: The message comes on at28,751 mi (46,270 km). Perform the30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatictransmission fluid replacement.
•Example 2: The message has not comeon, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi(48,000 km), for example, the oilchange reminder was reset at25,000 mi (40,000 km). Perform theengine air filter replacement.
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Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
Off-Road Driving
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance, as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician. Examples offrequent conditions that would qualify are:
•Example 1: Continuous deep sand ordune driving for more than 25 minutesin a 4-wheel drive state using morethan 50% throttle at elevated ambienttemperatures (above 90°F (32°C).
•Example 2: Continuous off-road highspeed (above 55 mph (88.5 km/h) orconsistently using more than 50%throttle) desert running operation formore than 60 minutes in a 4-wheeldrive state at elevated ambienttemperatures (above 90°F (32°C).
•Example 3: Continuous on-road highspeed driving (90 mph (145 km/h) ormore) for more than 30 minutes in a4-wheel drive state at elevatedambient temperatures (above 90°F(32°C).
Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and the U-joints.Lubricate grease fittings, if applicable.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the engine air filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six monthsEvery 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and the measurethe tread depth.
Change the Front Axle Fluid.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or two yearsChange the Transfer Case Fluid.
1Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See Resettingthe Intelligent Oil Life Monitor (page 506).
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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicle's axle(s) andtransfer case, fluid changes or level checksare not required unless a leak is suspectedor the assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company urges youto have all recommended maintenanceservices performed at the specifiedintervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using an oilthat meets our specification or has anAmerican Petroleum Institute certified forgasoline engines (certification mark) oil,the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi(4,800 km).
Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependenton exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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