2023 FORD SUPER DUTY light

Note:Never place more demand than 15amps of power on the trailer power feed,this may damage the trailer lighting.
TRAILER LIGHTING CHECK
WARNING: Never connect anytrailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's taillamp wiring; this may damage theelectrical system resulting in fire. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon aspossible for assistance in proper trailertow wiring installation. Additionalelectrical equipment may be required.
Trailer light check feature allows oneperson to confirm that all taillights arefunctioning.
Perform a trailer light illuminationsequence to confirm that all lights arefunctioning using the SYNC screen in thevehicle or the FordPass app.
Performing the Trailer Light Checkusing the SYNC screen in vehicle
1.Press Features on the touchscreen.
2.Press Towing.
3.Press Trailer Light Check.
4.Press Start.
5.Follow the instructions until the lightssequence completes.
Performing the Trailer Light Checkusing the FordPass app
1.Create or sign-in to the FordPass appand add the vehicle identificationnumber to your account.
2.Once you add the vehicle identificationnumber, follow the prompts in theFordPass app to complete the SyncConnect Authorization process.
3.After the authorization is complete,navigate to Vehicle Details screen andselect Trailer Light Check.
4.Press Start.
5.Follow the instructions until the lightssequence completes.
Note:Trailer light check feature is availableonly in vehicles with trailer capability andtrailer must be electrically connected forfeature to function.
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Certain states require functioning trailerbrakes for trailers over a specified weight.Be sure to check state regulations for thisspecified weight.
Ford Motor Company recommendsseparate functioning brake systems fortrailers weighing more than 1,500 lb(680 kg) when loaded.
TOWING A TRAILER
LIMITATIONS
The vehicle's load capacitydesignation is by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot necessarilyuse all available space whenloading a vehicle or trailer.
Note:Your vehicle could havereduced performance whenoperating at high altitudes andwhen heavily loaded or towing a
trailer. When driving at elevation,to match driving performance asperceived at sea level, reduce grossvehicle weight and grosscombination weight by 2% per1,000 ft (300 m) elevation.
LOADING YOUR TRAILER
To help minimize how trailermovement affects your vehiclewhen driving:
•Load the heaviest items closestto the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest itemscentered between theleft-hand and right-hand sidetrailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items abovethe trailer axles or just slightlyforward toward the trailertongue. Do not allow the finaltrailer tongue weight to goabove or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight. Thetrailer tongue weight shouldnever exceed 10% of themaximum towing capacitywhen towing a conventionaltrailer, and should neverexceed 15% of the maximumtowing capacity when towinga fifth-wheel or goosenecktrailer.
•Select a ball mount with thecorrect rise or drop. When youconnect both the loadedvehicle and trailer, the trailerframe should be level, or
slightly angled down towardyour vehicle, when viewed fromthe side.
TRAILER TOWING HINTS
Towing a trailer places an extra load onyour vehicle's engine, transmission, axle,brakes, tires and suspension. Periodicallyinspect these components during and afterany towing operation.
When driving with a trailer or payload, aslight takeoff vibration or shudder may bepresent due to the increased payloadweight.
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TOWING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING
TOWING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The left-hand trailer turn lamp requiresservice.Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps
The right-hand trailer turn lamp requiresservice.Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault CheckLamps
The vehicle's battery voltage is low or thereis a fault with your trailer's battery. Yourtrailer's battery voltage is below 8 volts orit is connected in reverse polarity.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
The system detects a short created by thetrailer lamps. Inspect and repair the trailerwiring, or have the system checked as soonas possible.
Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual
The trailer stoplamps require service.Trailer Stop Lamps Fault Check Lamps
The trailer sway control detects trailersway. Reduce the vehicle's speed.Trailer Sway Reduce Speed
Displays when one or more tires on thetrailer is above the recommended temper-ature.
Trailer Tire Over Temperature
One or more tires on your trailer is belowthe specified tire pressure.Trailer Tire Low Specified:
A trailer tire pressure sensor requiresservice. If the warning stays on or continuesto come on, have the system checked assoon as possible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemrequires service. If the warning stays on orcontinues to come on, have the systemchecked as soon as possible.
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault
The system cannot detect the trailer tirepressure monitoring system.Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability NotDetected
The trailer tire pressure monitoring systemis not setup.Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not SetupSee Manual
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DetailsMessage
Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer Brake Module Fault
Verify the trailer brake connections aresecure and that the aftermarket trailerbrake controller device is correctly installed.Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer brake system fault See manual
TOWING A TRAILER VIDEOS
Towing Overview Video Link
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INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER –
TROUBLESHOOTING
INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER – INFORMATIONMESSAGES
DetailsMessage
The system detects a correct trailerconnection during a given ignition cycle.Trailer Connected
The system detects the trailer wiringconnection is disconnected during a givenignition cycle.
Trailer Disconnected
The system detects an electrical fault inthe trailer brake circuit. If this messageappears without a trailer attached, see yourauthorized dealer. If a trailer is attached,inspect and repair the trailer wiring.
Trailer Wiring Fault
Displays the current gain setting for thetrailer brake.Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}
Displays the current gain setting for thetrailer brake when you do not have a trailerconnected.
Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}No Trailer
The vehicle's battery voltage is low or thereis a fault with your trailer's battery. Yourtrailer's battery voltage is below 8 volts orit is connected in reverse polarity.
Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual
Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer Brake Module Fault
Verify the trailer brake connections aresecure and that the aftermarket trailerbrake controller device is correctly installed.Perform a trailer brake and trailer lightcheck if possible. If the message persists,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
Trailer brake system fault See manual
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WHAT IS TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE
Trailer hitching assistance helps the driveralign the vehicle hitch ball to a trailercoupler.
HOW DOES TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE WORK
Trailer hitching assistance uses thefollowing to detect your trailer:
•Rear view camera.
•Radar.
•Parking aid sensors.
•External rear lighting.
This feature also controls the following toalign the hitch ball with the trailer coupler:
•Steering.
•Braking and acceleration.
Note:Blocked sensors could affect systemperformance. Do not cover the sensors withbumper stickers, tape, repair compound orother objects.
TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention. Failureto follow this instruction could result inthe loss of control of your vehicle,personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system is notdesigned to detect cyclists,motorcyclists, pedestrians or animals.Apply the brakes when necessary. Failureto follow this instruction could resultpersonal injury or death.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly during severe weatherconditions, for example snow, ice, heavyrain and spray. Always drive with duecare and attention. Failure to take caremay result in a crash.
Note:Fifth wheel and gooseneck trailersare not supported.
Note:Trailer hitching assistance only workswith conventional trailers, couplers andhitch balls.
Note:The hitch ball must be properlyinstalled on the vehicle for the system tofunction as intended. An improperlyinstalled hitch ball could result in damageto your vehicle or trailer.
Note:Certain aftermarket modificationssuch as oversized tires or lift kits could maketrailer hitching assistance fail or not workas intended.
Note:Keep the sensors and camera freefrom snow, ice and dirt.
Note:Clean the camera lens with a soft,lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.
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TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE LIMITATIONS
The system could not function or couldfunction with reduced performance duringthe following:
•When using trailer hitching assistancein tall grass and weeds.
•When safety chains, cables or wiringare dangling near the coupler.
•When using trailer hitching assistanceon slippery surfaces.
•When using hitches that raise the hitchball more than 4 in (10 cm), lower thehitch ball by more than 6 in (16 cm) orextend the hitch ball away from thevehicle more than 12 in (30 cm).
•When using hitches that are lower than10 in (25 cm) off the ground.
•When using objects taller than 8 in(20 cm), such as large blocks, underthe jack stand.
•When you park the trailer on surfacesthat are similar in color to the trailercoupler and hitch ball.
•A black coupler or hitch ball over adark asphalt surface.
•A light color coupler or hitch ballover a light concrete surface.
•When there are low or no light sources,such as at night.
For additional information, please refer tothe Ford Support Website.
SWITCHING TRAILER
HITCHING ASSISTANCE ON
AND OFF
Press the button to switch the system onand off. You can also switch the systemoff through the touchscreen.
USING TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE
Before switching on the system, make surethat your vehicle is:
•In front of the trailer facing the samedirection.
•Within 20 ft (6 m) of the trailer and nocloser than 7 ft (2 m).
•Less than a 15° approach angle to thetrailer.
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DescriptionMessage
Displays when the system does not detectthe sensor. Check the sensor connection,check that there is no damaged wiringbetween the connector and sensor andcheck that there is only one sensorconnected.If you do not want to use the sensor for thistrailer, delete the trailer in the touchscreenthen repeat the setup process with thesticker.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Sensor NotDetected Refer to Owner's Manual PressKnob to Exit
These messages display when the systemdoes not detect the trailer.If your trailer is setup with a sticker, makesure the rear camera is clean, and thesticker is clearly visible in the camera image.You can also move the trailer forward orbackward to change the trailer position andlighting conditions.If your trailer is setup with a sensor, checkthat the sensor is correctly installed andthe trailer length is within the allowedrange.If these messages continue to display, visityour authorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Shift to Park Press Knob to Exit
Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer NotDetected. Refer to Owner's Manual. PressKnob to Exit
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