2023 FORD SUPER DUTY key battery

STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS - DIESEL, VEHICLESWITHOUT: PUSH BUTTON START
Why is the engine idle speed highwhen I am starting the engine?
•The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimizedto minimize vehicle emissions andmaximize cabin comfort and fueleconomy.
Why does the engine not crank?
•You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of timebefore the starting system temporarilydisables. If you exceed the starting timelimit, a message may appear and youcannot attempt to start the engine forat least 15 minutes.
Why do I experience differentdriving characteristics?
•If you disconnect the battery, yourvehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics forapproximately 5 mi (8 km) after youreconnect it. This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
Why can I not start the engine?
•If you cannot start the engine, do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal or theclutch pedal.
Note:Make sure that the parking brake isapplied.
Note:Make sure that the transmission is inpark (P) or neutral (N).
2.Turn the key to position III until theengine starts.
STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS - DIESEL, VEHICLESWITH: PUSH BUTTON START
Why is the engine idle speed highwhen I am starting the engine?
•The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimizedto minimize vehicle emissions andmaximize cabin comfort and fueleconomy.
Why does the engine not crank?
•You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of timebefore the starting system temporarilydisables. If you exceed the starting timelimit, a message may appear and youcannot attempt to start the engine forat least 15 minutes.
Why do I experience differentdriving characteristics?
•If you disconnect the battery, yourvehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics forapproximately 5 mi (8 km) after youreconnect it. This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
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Why can I not start the engine?
•If you cannot start the engine, do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal or theclutch pedal.
Note:Make sure that the parking brake isapplied.
Note:Make sure that the transmission is inpark (P) or neutral (N).
2.Press the push button ignition switchuntil the engine starts.
Why does the system not detect apassive key?
•If the system does not detect a passivekey and you are unable to start theengine, insert the passive key into thebackup position and press the pushbutton ignition switch to start theengine. See Accessing the PassiveKey Backup Position (page 209).
STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS - GASOLINE,VEHICLES WITHOUT: PUSHBUTTON START
Why is the engine idle speed highwhen I am starting the engine?
•The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimizedto minimize vehicle emissions andmaximize cabin comfort and fueleconomy.
Why does the engine not crank?
•You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of timebefore the starting system temporarilydisables. If you exceed the starting timelimit, a message may appear and youcannot attempt to start the engine forat least 15 minutes.
Why do I experience differentdriving characteristics?
•If you disconnect the battery, yourvehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics forapproximately 5 mi (8 km) after youreconnect it. This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
Why can I not start the engine?
If you cannot start the engine after 3attempts, wait 10 seconds and do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal or theclutch pedal.
Note:Make sure that the parking brake isapplied.
Note:Make sure that the transmission is inpark (P) or neutral (N).
2.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
3.Turn the key to position III and waituntil the engine stops cranking.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
5.Turn the key to position III.
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STARTING AND STOPPING THEENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS - GASOLINE,VEHICLES WITH: PUSH BUTTONSTART
Why is the engine speed high whenI am starting the engine?
•The speed at which the engine idlesimmediately after starting is optimizedto minimize vehicle emissions andmaximize cabin comfort and fueleconomy.
Why does the engine not crank?
•You can only attempt to start theengine for a limited amount of timebefore the starting system temporarilydisables. If you exceed the starting timelimit, a message may appear and youcannot attempt to start the engine forat least 15 minutes.
Why do I experience differentdriving characteristics?
•If you disconnect the battery, yourvehicle may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics forapproximately 5.0 mi (8 km) after youreconnect it. This is because the enginemanagement system must realignitself with the engine. You candisregard any unusual drivingcharacteristics during this period.
Why can I not start the engine?
If you cannot start the engine after 3attempts, wait 10 seconds and do thefollowing:
1.Fully press the brake pedal or theclutch pedal.
Note:Make sure that the parking brake isapplied.
Note:Make sure that the transmission is inpark (P) or neutral (N).
2.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
3.Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:The engine cranks for a short periodof time and then it stops.
4.Release the accelerator pedal.
5.Press the push button ignition switch.
Why does the system not detect apassive key?
•If the system does not detect a passivekey and you are unable to start theengine, insert the passive key into thebackup position and press the pushbutton ignition switch to start theengine. See Accessing the PassiveKey Backup Position (page 209).
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE VIDEOS
Push-Button Start: F-Series Diesel
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou leave your vehicle. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death.
WARNING: When your vehicle isstationary, keep the brake pedal fullypressed when shifting gears. Failure tofollow this instruction could result inpersonal injury, death or propertydamage.
WARNING: Do not apply the brakepedal and accelerator pedalsimultaneously. Applying both pedalssimultaneously for more than a fewseconds will limit engine performance,which may result in difficulty maintainingspeed in traffic and could lead to seriousinjury.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
POSITIONS
PARK (P)
WARNING: Shift into park (P) onlywhen your vehicle is stationary.
In park (P) power is not transmitted to thedriven wheels.
Note:A tone sounds if you attempt to exityour vehicle without the vehicle in park (P).
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if the 12 V battery has run out of charge.
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) if a fuse is blown.
Note:Your vehicle may not shift out of park(P) unless the key or remote control is insideyour vehicle.
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply when you power your vehicle on withthe selector in park (P).
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply if you shift to park (P) without fullypressing the brake pedal.
Note:The electronic parking brake couldapply if you shift to park (P) on a slope.
Note:Do not manually release the parkingbrake when the selector is in park (P). SeeAutomatically Releasing the ElectricParking Brake (page 254).
REVERSE (R)
WARNING: Shift into reverse (R)only when your vehicle is stationary.
In reverse (R) power is transmitted to thedriven wheels.
NEUTRAL (N)
WARNING: In neutral (N) yourvehicle is free to roll.
In neutral (N) power is not transmitted tothe driven wheels.
DRIVE (D)
In drive (D) power is transmitted to thedriven wheels.
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WHAT IS THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
The electric parking brake is used to holdyour vehicle on slopes and flat roads.
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE
WARNING: Apply the parkingbrake, shift into park (P), switch theignition off and remove the key beforeyou leave your vehicle. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury or death.
WARNING: If you drive extendeddistances with the parking brake applied,you could cause damage to the brakesystem.
WARNING: The electric parkingbrake does not operate if the vehiclebattery has run out of charge.
The switch is on the lower partof the instrument panel.
Pull the switch up to apply the electricparking brake. The red warning lampflashes, then steadily illuminates when theparking brake is applied.
Note:You can apply the electric parkingbrake when the ignition is off.
Note:The electric parking brake couldautomatically apply when park (P) isselected. See Park (P) (page 234).
APPLYING THE ELECTRIC
PARKING BRAKE IN AN
EMERGENCY
You can use the electric parking brake toslow or stop your vehicle in an emergency.
Pull the switch up and hold it.
The red warning lamp illuminates, a tonesounds and the stoplamps turn on whenyou use the electric parking brake in anemergency.
The electric parking brake continues toslow your vehicle down unless you releasethe switch.
Note:Do not apply the electric parkingbrake when your vehicle is moving, exceptin an emergency. If you repeatedly use theelectric parking brake to slow or stop yourvehicle, you could cause damage to thebrake system.
MANUALLY RELEASING THE
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Press and hold the brake pedal.
3.Push the switch down.
The red warning lamp turns off.
Pulling Away on a Hill When Towing aTrailer
1.Press and hold the brake pedal.
2.Pull the switch upward and hold it.
3.Shift into gear.
4.Press the accelerator pedal until enginehas developed sufficient torque toprevent your vehicle from rolling downthe hill.
5.Release the switch and pull away in anormal manner.
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What does it mean if the systemdisplays that it is not available?
There could be a sub-system that thesystem uses that is not correctlyoperating or there could be a batteryvoltage issue. If the system continuesto display it is not available, visit yourauthorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays that driving is required toinitialize steering?
The steering system needs to learninternal parameters to fully turn on thefeature. Drive your vehicle straightforward above 25 mph (40 km/h) forapproximately 5 minutes. This couldalso occur when your vehicle is new,there is a battery voltage issue or if thesteering system has been serviced.
What does it mean if the system doesnot detect a trailer when configuredwith a sensor?
Verify that the sensor is properlyconnected. See Trailer SensorInstallation (page 388). Repeatcalibration on a different route if youhave verified sensor installation.
What does it mean if the systemrequires you to pull forward toinitialize?
This occurs when the vehicle has notmoved during the current key cycleafter you connect and select the trailerin the touchscreen or you operate thesystem at speeds below 1 mph(1 km/h) for an extended period oftime. Drive forward above 2 mph(3 km/h) and the system indicateswhen it initializes.
What does it mean if the trailer is at itsmaximum angle or the systemdeactivated by trailer angle?
You are at the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. Place yourvehicle in drive (D) and pull forward toget the truck and trailer back to anin-line position. If this messageconsistently displays, this couldindicate the sensor is incorrectlyinstalled, the trailer needs to berecalibrated or the drawbar or thetrailer dimensions are outside of thesupported range. The system isdesigned to work with drawbars thathave a license plate to hitch ball centermeasurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm)when installed. 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). Do not attempt to usedrawbars or trailers that have a lengthoutside of this range as the systemperformance degrades and couldcause improper system function.Check that the correct trailer isselected in the touchscreen. Verify thesensor is installed according to theinstructions included in the sensor kitand check that the drawbar and thetrailer dimensions are within theallowed range. Then, delete the trailerfrom the system and repeat the setupprocess to calibrate the trailer.
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What does it mean if the systemdisplays that it is not available?
There could be a sub-system that thesystem uses that is not correctlyoperating or there could be a batteryvoltage issue. If the system continuesto display it is not available, visit yourauthorized dealer to have your vehiclechecked.
What does it mean if the systemdisplays that driving is required toinitialize steering?
The steering system needs to learninternal parameters to fully turn on thefeature. Drive your vehicle straightforward above 25 mph (40 km/h) forapproximately 5 minutes. This couldalso occur when your vehicle is new,there is a battery voltage issue or if thesteering system has been serviced.
What does it mean if the system doesnot detect a trailer when configuredwith a sensor?
Verify that the sensor is properlyconnected. See Trailer SensorInstallation (page 403). Repeatcalibration on a different route if youhave verified sensor installation.
What does it mean if the systemrequires you to pull forward toinitialize?
This occurs when the vehicle has notmoved during the current key cycleafter you connect and select the trailerin the touchscreen or you operate thesystem at speeds below 1 mph(1 km/h) for an extended period oftime. Drive forward above 2 mph(3 km/h) and the system indicateswhen it initializes.
What does it mean if the trailer is at itsmaximum angle or the systemdeactivated by trailer angle?
You are at the maximum controllabletrailer angle for the system. Place yourvehicle in drive (D) and pull forward toget the truck and trailer back to anin-line position. If this messageconsistently displays, this couldindicate the sensor is incorrectlyinstalled, the trailer needs to berecalibrated or the drawbar or thetrailer dimensions are outside of thesupported range. The system isdesigned to work with drawbars thathave a license plate to hitch ball centermeasurement of 9–18 in (23–46 cm)when installed. 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). Do not attempt to usedrawbars or trailers that have a lengthoutside of this range as the systemperformance degrades and couldcause improper system function.Check that the correct trailer isselected in the touchscreen. Verify thesensor is installed according to theinstructions included in the sensor kitand check that the drawbar and thetrailer dimensions are within theallowed range. Then, delete the trailerfrom the system and repeat the setupprocess to calibrate the trailer.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Getting Roadside Assistance
If you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadsideassistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty.
The service is available:
•24 hours a day, seven days a week.
•For the coverage period supplied withyour vehicle.
Roadside Assistance covers:
•A flat tire change with a good spare(except vehicles supplied with a tireinflation kit).
•Battery jump start.
•Lock-out assistance (key replacementcost is the customer's responsibility).
•Fuel delivery — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law, shall deliver upto 2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L)of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.Roadside assistance limits fuel deliveryservice to two no-charge occurrenceswithin a 12-month period.
•Winch out — available within 100 ft(30 m) of a paved or countymaintained road, no recoveries.
•Towing — independent servicecontractors, if not prohibited by state,local or municipal law, shall tow Fordeligible vehicles to an authorized dealerwithin 50 mi (80 km) of thedisablement location or to the nearestauthorized dealer. If a memberrequests a tow to an authorized dealerthat is more than 50 mi (80 km) fromthe disablement location, the membershall be responsible for any mileagecosts in excess of 50 mi (80 km).
•Roadside Assistance includes up to$200 for a towed trailer if the disabledeligible vehicle requires service at thenearest authorized dealer. If the towingvehicle is operational but the trailer isnot, then the trailer does not qualify forany roadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistanceidentification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. This card is inthe Owner's Manual kit.
United States vehicle customers whorequire Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistanceon your own, Ford Motor Companyreimburses a reasonable amount fortowing to the nearest dealership within50 mi (80 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, United States vehiclecustomers call 1-800-241-3673.Customers need to submit their originalreceipts.
Vehicles Sold in Canada: GettingRoadside Assistance
If you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany of Canada, Limited offers acomplimentary roadside assistanceprogram. This program is eligible withinCanada or the continental United States.
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