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Parking

On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)
position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of
the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic
transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do not
leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition
when leaving the vehicle.

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and

remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.

See your dealer or a qualified service technician.

4WD Systems

4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power the
vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and
road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.

Power is supplied to all four wheels
through a transfer case. On 4WD
vehicles, the transfer case allows
you to select 4WD when necessary.
Information on transfer case
operation and shifting procedures
can be found in the

Driving

chapter. Information on transfer
case maintenance can be found in the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter. You should become thoroughly familiar with this information
before you operate your vehicle.

Normal characteristics

On some 4WD models, the initial shift from two-wheel drive to 4x4 while
the vehicle is moving can cause some momentary clunk and ratcheting
sounds. This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the
automatic locking hubs engaging and is not cause for concern.

2004 F150

(f12)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English

(fus)

Driving

170

Summary of Contents for 2004 F150 HERITAGE

Page 1: ...er only 32 Manual heating and air conditioning 33 Electronic automatic temperature control 35 Rear window defroster 41 Lights 42 Headlamps 42 Turn signal control 46 Bulb replacement 48 Driver Controls 53 Windshield wiper washer control 53 Steering wheel adjustment 54 Power windows 59 Mirrors 60 Speed control 63 Message center 71 Tailgate 81 Table of Contents 1 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 ...

Page 2: ...ation 156 Vehicle loading 176 Trailer towing 179 Recreational towing 189 Roadside Emergencies 193 Getting roadside assistance 193 Hazard flasher switch 194 Fuel pump shut off switch 194 Fuses and relays 195 Changing tires 203 Jump starting 209 Wrecker towing 214 Customer Assistance 215 Reporting safety defects U S only 223 Cleaning 224 Table of Contents 2 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt U...

Page 3: ... rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2004 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2004 F150 f12 ...

Page 4: ... com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral...

Page 5: ...lly during the first 500 miles 800 km that you tow a trailer do not drive over 50 mph 80 km h and do not make starts at full throttle This style of driving will help the engine and other parts of your vehicle wear in at the heavier loads Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break in oils during the first few thousand miles kilometers of operation since these additives may prevent pist...

Page 6: ...ious systems in your vehicle were operating whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled how far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal how fast the vehicle was traveling and where the driver was positioning the steering wheel To access this information special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules Ford Motor Company and...

Page 7: ... type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Be sure to read Driving off road...

Page 8: ...Warning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac娂 Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...ine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...ING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster Base with Tachometer instrument cluster Mid instrument cluster 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster 10 ...

Page 11: ...ted indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced immediately Under engine misfire condit...

Page 12: ...rship Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately Normal braking is still...

Page 13: ...cur Four wheel drive low Illuminates when four wheel drive low is engaged Four wheel drive high Illuminates when four wheel drive high is engaged Speed control Illuminates when the speed control is activated Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster c...

Page 14: ...Check gauge Displays when any of the following conditions has occurred The engine coolant temperature is high The engine oil pressure is low The fuel gauge is at or near empty Trans Fault Displays when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted If the light remains on have the system serviced immediately Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ...

Page 15: ...etween H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Odometer Registers the total miles kilometers of the vehicle With Mini Message Center 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster 15 ...

Page 16: ...ometer if equipped Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Battery voltage gauge Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range as indicated by arrows have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soo...

Page 17: ...l tank when the ignition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The arrow next to the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located For more information refer to Filling the tank under the Fuel Information section in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt US...

Page 18: ...settings Treble Press to adjust the treble setting Use SEEK SEEK Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK SEEK Balance Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers Use SEEK SEEK Fade Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers Use SEEK SEEK 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems 18 ...

Page 19: ...returns 5 AM FM Press to select AM FM frequency band 6 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 7 CLK Clock Press CLK to toggle between displaying the radio frequency and the clock setting 2004 F150...

Page 20: ...playing media Press again to return to the playing media 3 Menu Press to toggle through the following modes Treble Press to adjust the treble setting Use SEEK SEEK Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK SEEK Balance Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers Use SEEK SEEK 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 20 ...

Page 21: ...trong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Setting the clock Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Use SEEK SEEK to adjust the hours minutes 4 Aux Press to toggle between FES DVD and AUX modes If no auxiliary sources are available NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed 5 Seek Press to access the next strong station or track 6 Text This control currently not su...

Page 22: ...ation or track 15 AM FM Press to select AM FM frequency band 16 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 17 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play will begin whe...

Page 23: ...ccess the next strong station or track 3 Phone mute Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 4 Menu Press to toggle through the following modes Treble Press to adjust the treble setting Use SEEK SEEK Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK SEEK 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 23 ...

Page 24: ...station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Setting the clock Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Use SEEK SEEK to adjust the hours minutes 5 Aux Press to toggle between FES DVD and AUX modes If no auxiliary sources are available NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed 6 Tape eject Press...

Page 25: ... which side of the tape is playing 16 AM FM Press to select AM FM frequency band 17 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 18 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD...

Page 26: ...D SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 Tune Disc selector Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency or to select a desired disc Also use in menu mode to select various settings 2 Phone mute Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 3 Menu Press to toggle through the following modes 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 26 ...

Page 27: ...phile radios only Use SEEK SEEK select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Autoset Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Use SEEK SEEK to turn on off When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations th...

Page 28: ...e in most U S markets Find Allows you to search RDS equipped stations for the desired music category Use to find the desired program type then use SEEK SEEK or SCAN to begin the search Show Allows you to display the name of the radio station or program type Use SEEK SEEK to show type name or none 4 Aux Press to toggle between FES DVD and AUX modes If no auxiliary sources are available NO AUX AUDIO...

Page 29: ... ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 17 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play will begin where it ended last 18 LOAD Press to load a CD Press and hold to a...

Page 30: ...s a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Do Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub Remove loose labels before inserting tapes Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat humidity or cold ...

Page 31: ...ordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball poin...

Page 32: ... the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice OPERATING TIPS To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the position Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive in the OFF posi...

Page 33: ...ent panel vents and center console vents if equipped to cool the vehicle This re cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and center console vents if equipped Distributes air through the instrument panel vents center console vents if equipped and ...

Page 34: ...lated in the vehicle OPERATING TIPS To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the defrost or floor defrost position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the airflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove ...

Page 35: ... setting 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL ATC SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post...

Page 36: ...f fog and thin ice 2 Fan speed control Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO 3 A R Rear defrost Press to defrost the rear window Refer to Rear window defroster if equipped in this section for more information If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defrost and heated mirrors the same button will activate both 3 B Heated mirrors if e...

Page 37: ...r through the windshield defroster ducts demister outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts 9 Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console registers if equipped 10 Manual override controls Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed To return to full automatic control press AUTO 11 OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate 12 Temperature control ...

Page 38: ... vehicle is equipped with a full message center refer to Units Fahrenheit Celsius in the Driver Controls chapter If your vehicle is equipped with a mini message center refer to Mini message center electronic compass temperature display in the Driver Controls Chapter 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Climate Controls 38 ...

Page 39: ...ter outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 6 Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts 7 Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts demister outlets and the front and rear seat floor ducts 8 Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console registers if equipped 9 Driver ...

Page 40: ...defrost position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the airflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To improve the A C cool down drive with the windows slightly open for 2 ...

Page 41: ...AR WINDOW DEFROSTER IF EQUIPPED R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear windshield from fog and thin ice If equipped it also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the side mirrors Ensure that the ignition is ON position Press to turn the defroster ON OFF The indicator light will illuminate when ON Do not use razor bl...

Page 42: ...to OFF To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to OFF If your vehicle is not equipped with a message center then the auto lamps can be programmed manually by 1 Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected ON 2 Deselect switch off the autolamps 3 Put the ignition in RUN 4 Put the ignition in OFF 5 Select the autolamps ...

Page 43: ...er for the DRLs to function the ignition must be in the ON position and the headlamp control is in the OFF parking lamp or autolamp position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps...

Page 44: ...l upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps Move the control to the full down position past detent to prevent the interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT 1 Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away 1 Eight feet 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 Twenty five feet 2004 ...

Page 45: ...tern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp then use a 4 mm socket wrench to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise to adjust down or clockwise to adjust up aligning the upper edge of ...

Page 46: ... Rear dome lamp if equipped The dome lamp lights when the control is in the DOOR left position any door is open the instrument panel switch is pushed past the detent and when any of the remote entry controls are pressed while the ignition is off The rear dome lamp can be turned ON center or OFF right by sliding the control 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights 46 ...

Page 47: ...e on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading portion the two outer lights can only be toggled on and off at the lamp Courtesy reading cargo lamps if equipped The dome portion of the lamp the center light can be turned on when the headlamp control is rotated fully up or when any door is opened With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the rear dome lam...

Page 48: ...mp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps 2 9008 Front park turn lamps 2 3157A amber Front sidemarker 2 194 Foglamps 2 9145 Backup lamp 2 3156 Rear stop turn sidemarker tail lamp 2 4057K or 3057K High mount brakelamp 1 921 Cargo lamp 2 921 License plate lamp 2 194 Exterior mounted mirror turn signal indicator if equipped 1 See your...

Page 49: ...orward disconnecting the snap attachment at the fender and disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 5 Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise then pull it straight out Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break th...

Page 50: ...fting it up 4 Slide the headlamp assembly forward disconnecting the snap attachment at the fender 5 Remove bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise and then pull the bulb straight out Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing tail brake turn signal backup lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assem...

Page 51: ...the OFF position 1 Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the vehicle to expose the bulb sockets 2 Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb Install the new bulbs in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF...

Page 52: ...nd the rear bumper To change the license plate lamp bulbs 1 Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb 2 Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights ...

Page 53: ... without washer fluid a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield ...

Page 54: ...ing column Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package If your vehicle is equipped with a overhead console rail system there are several features that can operated 2004 ...

Page 55: ...en the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object Overhead Storage Bins When on the overhead rail adjacent bins must be pinned together Bins adjacent to the End Cap must be pinned to the End Cap Bins without pin attachments should not be placed on the overhead rail Failure to pin the bin...

Page 56: ...structions Place both palms on the underside of the storage bin avoiding the storage bin door Push upwards with palms While pushing upwards with palms grip the side latches with fingers and squeeze 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls 56 ...

Page 57: ...nt panel Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse rating For example a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should supply a maximum of 120 Wa...

Page 58: ...ommunications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid nega...

Page 59: ...lves When closing the power windows you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Pr...

Page 60: ... switch to open window all the way to the full open position Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window All rear seat occupants and or cargo must be properly restrained and clear of the back window opening before operating the power sliding back window Accessory delay if equipped With accessory delay the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition...

Page 61: ...re a bright clear view when backing up Power side view mirrors The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock m...

Page 62: ...ing will blink This feature provides an indicator to the driver that the vehicle turn signal is working properly Fold away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully before driving through a narrow space like an automatic car wash POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P Park pos...

Page 63: ...controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle...

Page 64: ...Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the CST coast control until you get to the desired speed then relea...

Page 65: ...trol OFF control This will erase your vehicle s previously set speed Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Audio control features Press to select AM FM1 FM2 CD or DVD if equipped In AM FM1 or FM2 mode Press MEM to select pr...

Page 66: ...ated on the overhead console Do not let children play with the moon roof They may seriously hurt themselves Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls 66 ...

Page 67: ...en the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace...

Page 68: ... new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not repeat step one to program additional hand held transmitters to the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons This w...

Page 69: ... color of the button may vary by manufacturer Note There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight 8 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the HomeLink威 button Repeat the press hold release sequence again and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming Hom...

Page 70: ...hand held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time In the event that there are still programming difficulties contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons To erase the three programmed buttons individual buttons cannot be erased Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both b...

Page 71: ...ures on the message center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu Info menu This control displays the following control displays Odomet...

Page 72: ...acent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone calibration adjustment Compass zone calibration adjustment 1 Determine your magnetic zone by referring to the zone map 2 Turn ignition to the ON position 3 Start the engine 4 From Info menu select the Compass Odometer function Do not select Trip DTE or...

Page 73: ...Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for one second when you have approximately 50 miles 80 km to empty If you ...

Page 74: ...ounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 8 km 5 miles with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings Trip elapsed drive time Select this function fro...

Page 75: ... cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows 1 FUEL LEVEL 2 ENGINE TEMP 3 OIL PRESSURE 4 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5 CHARGING SYSTEM Units English Metric 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed 2 Press the RESET control to change from English to ...

Page 76: ... from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolamp delay ON or OFF Language 1 Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed 2 Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices 3 Press and hold the RESET control to set the language choice System warnings System warnings alert...

Page 77: ...level Warning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Reduced engine power Stop engine safely Check fuel cap Warning returns after the ignition key is turned from OFF to ON Engine failsafe mode DOOR AJAR Displayed when a door is not completely closed CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE Displayed when the engine coolant is overheating Stop...

Page 78: ...OIL PRESSURE Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low If this warning message is displayed check the level of the engine oil Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil If the oil level is OK and this warning persists shut down the engine immediately and contact your dealership for service CHECK FUEL CAP Displayed when the fuel fil...

Page 79: ...s placed in on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass po...

Page 80: ...rmal mode when the button has not been pressed for 6 seconds Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 2 To enter the compass calibration mode press and hold the but...

Page 81: ...he tailgate 2 Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip on each connector past the head of the support screw Disconnect cable 3 Disconnect the other cable 4 Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle from horizontal 5 Lift right side off of its hinge 6 Lift tailgate to a 80 degree angle from horizontal 7 Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right To install follow the removal pro...

Page 82: ... position The locking clip screws below the middle bar can be tightened counterclockwise for extra security Note If the red marking on the shaft is visible the bed extender is not locked or properly secured To stow the bed extender follow steps one through four in reverse order The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 46 kg 100 lbs on the tailgate The bed extender should always be ke...

Page 83: ...screws are loose before removing the extender 3 Press the locking clips below the middle bar on each side and lift the extender out of the bed Note Remove and store the bed extender when not in use To install the bed extender follow the removal procedure in reverse order 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driver Controls 83 ...

Page 84: ...o lock all vehicle doors Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature prevents you from locking yourself out of your vehicle With the key in any ignition position The driver s door will automatically unlock if it is locked by the driver s power lock control while the driver s door is open The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition and performing one of the following action...

Page 85: ...C rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipm...

Page 86: ...ps will flash 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp once and the parklamps will flash once more If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the parklamps will not flash Power door lock unlock disable feature if equipped The lock and unlock features...

Page 87: ...ote After turning the ignition to the 3 ON position two horn chirps should be heard indicating that the system has been disabled Conversely two horn chirps followed by a honk will indicate that the system is enabled 4 Pressing the power door button two times again will turn the feature ON if it was previously OFF or OFF if it was previously ON Every two consecutive presses of the button after succ...

Page 88: ...er and then press the 1 or 2 control on the driver s door panel to which you would like to associate with Driver 1 or Driver 2 positions 4 Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired Deactivating the memory feature To deactivate this feature 1 Press the SET control on the driver s door seat 2 Within 5 five seconds press any control on the remote transmitter which you would like...

Page 89: ...ery Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity 5 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would ...

Page 90: ...ote transmitter by pressing any button on a transmitter The locks will cycle once to confirm that the remote transmitter has been programmed If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button the programming mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters The locks will cycle once to confirm that eac...

Page 91: ...l illuminate the headlamps and parking lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to any position other than the 1 OFF LOCK position or the user activates a lock feature using either the remote keyless transmitter or the keypad Enabling disabling the perimeter lighting feature Your vehicle comes with the perimeter lighting feature enabled All vehicle doors must be closed before beginning...

Page 92: ...hen all the doors are closed the ignition is in the 3 ON position you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion and the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph 8 km h The autolock feature repeats when any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 ON position and the brake pedal is released and the vehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph...

Page 93: ...cate that the system is enabled 4 Press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 5 Turn the ignition to the 1 OFF LOCK position to exit programming Note After exiting the driver configuration mode the horn will chirp once to indicate a feature has been activated deactivated Ke...

Page 94: ... own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Each number must be entered within five seconds of each other 4 After the code is entered the locks will cycle confirming that the new code has been set Tips Do not set a code that uses five of the same number Do not use five...

Page 95: ...g and locking the doors using keyless entry keypad To unlock the driver s door enter the factory set 5 digit code or your personal code Each number must be pressed within five seconds of each other The interior lamps will illuminate after pressing the first control on the keypad To unlock all doors press the 3 4 control within five seconds To lock all doors press the 7 8 and the 9 0 at the same ti...

Page 96: ...coded key and restart the engine Theft indicator The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel When the ignition is in the 1 OFF LOCK position the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent When the ignition is in the 3 ON position the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality If a...

Page 97: ...ership to have the spare coded key s programmed Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 1 OFF LOCK position to the 3 ON position maintain ignition in the 3 ON position for at least one second but no more than ten seconds 2 Turn ignition from the 3 ON position back to the 1 O...

Page 98: ...Step 1 If successful the new coded key s will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If not successful the new coded key s will not start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat Steps 1 through 5 If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key s programmed ...

Page 99: ...ry in a collision or sudden stop Adjustable head restraints Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restrain...

Page 100: ...relatched into place Pull the release lever handle located on the side of the seat up to move the seat back forward or backward Using the armrest if equipped Push the release control to move the armrest up or down 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 100 ...

Page 101: ...o higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press the...

Page 102: ...hile the light is illuminated press control 1 To program position two repeat the previous procedure using control 2 A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park A memory position may be programmed at any time Heated seats if equipped To operate the heated seats do the following Push control located on the instrument panel to set at high heat Push control again to set ...

Page 103: ... close to that position as possible The head restraints can be moved up and down Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head Push control to lower head restraint Folding up the rear seats if equipped The rear seat has a split 60 40 cushion Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA ...

Page 104: ...eat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of air bag related injuries The system is able to analyze different occupant classifications and conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations Your vehicle s Personal Safety System consists of Driver and passenger dual s...

Page 105: ...etermined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollovers side impacts or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Driver and passenger dual stage air bag supplemental restraints The dual...

Page 106: ...seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the passenger front air bag when a rear facing child s...

Page 107: ... occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter Passenger Airbag on off switch if equipped The passenger airbag on off switch if equipped allows deactivation of the passenger side airbag by inserting a key into the switch See Passenger air bag ON OFF switch if equipped in this chapter Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The P...

Page 108: ...eir safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is ...

Page 109: ...you place a child anywhere near them Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Front seats Rear seats if equipped 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle 2004 F150 f...

Page 110: ... they were in use during a frontal collision which resulted in deployment of the frontal air bags Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a c...

Page 111: ...ic locking mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position with Regular Cab or SuperCab SuperCrew and SuperCab models include the center seating position of the second row Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in ...

Page 112: ...ician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Fai...

Page 113: ...maintenance section in this chapter Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Safety belt usage sensors The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the safety belts are fastened The sensors provide information to the Personal Safety System which...

Page 114: ...ight adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist The front center lap belt tongue is designed to fit only in the c...

Page 115: ...oming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 115 ...

Page 116: ...ature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The BeltMinder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning To avoid activa...

Page 117: ...or 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 5 km h 3 mph and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning lig...

Page 118: ... Prime time for an accident BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much...

Page 119: ...ion cycle The BeltMinder feature will re enable during the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for approximately 30 seconds Confirmation is not given for the one time disable Deactivating activating the BeltMinder feature The driver and front passenger BeltMinder are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the ...

Page 120: ... enable the BeltMinder feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds followed by 3 seconds with the light off then followed by the restraint system warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully exten...

Page 121: ... noted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS 1 Air bag cover The air bag supplemental restraint system is designed to work in conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver an...

Page 122: ...al Safety System section in this chapter Important SRS precautions All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat if your vehicle has a back seat Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger air bag is tu...

Page 123: ...he air bag cover may cause those objects to be thrown by the air bag into your face and torso or may result in a failure of the air bag to inflate properly both of which could result in serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protect...

Page 124: ...n this guide Children must always be properly restrained Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision An infant in a rear facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger air bag Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger air bag is turned off if equipped with an air bag On Off ...

Page 125: ...lt from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death o...

Page 126: ...ave the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles including pretensioners See your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing sy...

Page 127: ...with the manual Airbag On Off switch A front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time Even with the front passenger sensing system children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the back seat When you install a child seat on the front passenger seat of a Regular Cab turn the Passenger Airbag On Off switch to OFF When the front passenger seat is occupied and the s...

Page 128: ...son to place the seatback in the full upright position then sit upright in the seat centered on the seat cushion with the person s legs comfortably extended Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes This will allow the system to detect that person and then enable the passenger s air bag If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this then the occupant ...

Page 129: ...not have a rear seat otherwise all children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat When you install a child seat on the front passenger seat of a Regular Cab turn the Passenger Airbag On Off switch to OFF In case there is a problem with the passenger sensing system the air bag readiness light in the instrument cluster will stay lit Do NOT attempt to repair or service the syste...

Page 130: ...erformance of the front passenger sensing system Passenger air bag ON OFF switch if equipped An air bag ON OFF switch has been installed in this vehicle Before driving always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these instructions and warnings Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death...

Page 131: ...air bag is deactivated Refer to Front passenger sensing system in this chapter If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag ON OFF switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON have the passenger air bag ON OFF switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch always remove the ignition key ...

Page 132: ... right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes When you turn OFF your air bag you not only lose the protection of the air bag you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system which was designed to work with the air bag If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA T...

Page 133: ...ell as the other important air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owner s Guide NHTSA deactivation criteria excluding Canada 1 Infant An infant less than 1 year old must ride in the front seat because the vehicle has no rear seat the vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it...

Page 134: ...seat because rear seat space is insufficient or the child has a medical condition that according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the child s condition 3 Medical condition A passenger has a medical condition that according to his or her physician poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys and makes...

Page 135: ...ety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulde...

Page 136: ... all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching Does the lap belt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip Types of booster seats There are two types of belt positioning booster seats Those that are backless If your backless booster se...

Page 137: ...ion The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the boo...

Page 138: ...feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front seating position Regula...

Page 139: ... the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front sea...

Page 140: ...ild seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restr...

Page 141: ... belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking ...

Page 142: ...elt webbing to tighten the belt 6 If you are installing a forward facing child seat attach and tighten any top tether strap 7 Before placing the child into the child seat forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat is held securely in place If the child seat moves excessively repeat steps 5 through 7 try a different child safety seat or proper...

Page 143: ...rect tether anchor F150 Regular Cab F150 SuperCrew and SuperCab Front seat tether strap attachment 1 Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat and under the head restraint 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tether anchors Make sure the sea...

Page 144: ...n 5 Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts Follow the instructions in this chapter 6 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety R...

Page 145: ...rap is hooked to the loop directly behind the child seat To provide a tight tether strap 1 Route the tether strap under the head restraint and through the loop directly behind the child seat 2 Route the tether strap behind the head restraint supports to a loop behind an adjacent seating position and hook the strap hook onto the loop If using the driver s side pass the strap behind the shoulder bel...

Page 146: ...tachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installatio...

Page 147: ...t with LATCH attachments Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehi...

Page 148: ... seat of the Regular Cab the front passenger sensing system may not automatically turn the airbag off The vehicle safety belts at the right front seat include a sensor that adjusts the weight on the seat cushion This adjustment does not work when the child seat is installed using the LATCH attachment belts instead of the vehicle safety belts Therefore turn the airbag OFF with the manual Airbag On ...

Page 149: ...rol system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in thi...

Page 150: ...utions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety...

Page 151: ...4 Make sure the parking brake is set 5 Turn the key to 3 ON without turning the key to 4 START BRAKE 4 3 2 1 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 151 ...

Page 152: ...ghts illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 152 ...

Page 153: ...ck heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 10 F 23 C or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against ...

Page 154: ... as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brake operation resumes These are normal characteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately al...

Page 155: ...ance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steerin...

Page 156: ... and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiousl...

Page 157: ...ion into N Neutral 4 Reinstall the access plug cover start the vehicle and release the parking brake Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the OFF LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the...

Page 158: ...r carefully pry off the console finish panel surrounding the shifter mechanism by inserting a screwdriver into the latch slot as shown 3 Remove console finish panel assembly to expose the inside of the gearshift 4 Press and hold the white button located along side the shifter housing assembly as shown in the illustration Press the gearshift lever release on the shifter knob and move the gearshift ...

Page 159: ...eration When ambient temperature is 23 F 5 C or below and the engine coolant temperature is below 100 F 38 C light throttle upshifts may be slightly delayed Once the engine coolant temperature reaches 160 F 71 C the normal shift strategy will resume This is normal operation and will not affect the function or the durability of the transmission If the normal shift strategy does not resume once the ...

Page 160: ...ver in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position D Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through four Overdrive can be deac...

Page 161: ...when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic hilly terrain heavy loads trailer towing and when engine braking is required To return to O D Overdrive press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 2 Second This position allows for second gear only...

Page 162: ...he engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Reverse Sensing System RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R Reverse is selected and the vehicle is movi...

Page 163: ...area at the outer corners of the bumper refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the obstacle is less than 10 inches 25 0 cm away the tone will sound continuously If the RSS detects a stationary or receding object further than 10 inches 25 0 cm from the side of the vehicle the tone will sound for only three seco...

Page 164: ...age to the rear bumper fascia leaving it misaligned or bent the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms FOUR WHEEL DRIVE 4WD OPERATION IF EQUIPPED For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter Four wheel drive 4WD supplies power to all four wheels 4WD should not be opera...

Page 165: ... be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4L 4WD Low for proper operation Shifting between 2H 2WD high and 4H 4WD high Move the transfer case lever between 2H 2WD High and 4H 4WD High at a stop or any forward speed up to 55 mph 88 km h Note Do not perform this operation at speeds above 45 mph 72 km h if the outside temperature is below 32 F 0 C Note Do not perform this operation if the r...

Page 166: ...can move forward or backward This position should only be used when towing the vehicle Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle Using the electronic shift 4WD system if equipped 2H 2WD High Power to the rear wheels only used for street and highway driving Provides optim...

Page 167: ...ating the shift is complete If shifting out of 4L 4WD Low wait for the 4X4 LOW light in the instrument cluster turn turn off indicating the shift is complete Note Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages this is normal Driving off road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics...

Page 168: ...teering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement You may lose control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly It often may be less risky to strike small objects such as highway reflectors with minor damage to your vehicle rathe...

Page 169: ...d for Avoid abrupt steering acceleration or braking which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Use all available road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction of travel In the event of an emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such...

Page 170: ...ian 4WD Systems 4WD when you select a 4WD mode uses all four wheels to power the vehicle This increases traction enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two wheel drive vehicle cannot Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case On 4WD vehicles the transfer case allows you to select 4WD when necessary Information on transfer case operation and shi...

Page 171: ... the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you are driving in mud Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud As when you are driving over sand...

Page 172: ...action slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer When climbing a steep slope or hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear on...

Page 173: ...in the direction of the slide until you regain control Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs ...

Page 174: ...ering suspension axle or transfer case failure as well as the increased risk of loss of vehicle control Do not use aftermarket lift kits or other suspension modifications whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels These aftermarket lift kits could adversely affect the vehicle s handling characteristics which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury Tires ...

Page 175: ...or this reason Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control Ford Motor Com...

Page 176: ...urn of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Safety Certification Label and Tire Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipme...

Page 177: ...personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the...

Page 178: ... must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lbs 68 kg Consult your dealership or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provi...

Page 179: ...pon the type and placement of the load hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow 1 Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart in the Trailer towing section in this chapter for your type of engine rear axle ratio and tire size 2 Weigh your vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights take your vehicle to a shipping company...

Page 180: ...xceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury Regular Cab 4x2 126 wheelbase Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR lbs kg Maximum trailer weight lbs kg...

Page 181: ...000 6804 9800 4445 5 4L Heavy Duty 4 10 15300 6940 9900 4491 Regular Cab 4x4 126 wheelbase Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR lbs kg Maximum trailer weight lbs kg 4 6L 3 55 11500 5216 6200 2812 4 6L 3 73 12000 5443 6700 3039 5 4L w 17 tires 3 55 13000 5897 7600 3447 5 4L w 18 tires 3 55 12500 5670 7100 3220 5 4L w 17 tires 3 73 13500 6123 8100 3674 5 4L w 18 tires 3 73 13000 5897 7600 3447 2004 F...

Page 182: ...577 9000 4082 5 4L Heavy Duty 4 10 15300 6940 9500 4309 Trailer tow capability is limited to 9500 lbs 4309 kg SuperCab 4x2 133 wheelbase Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR lbs kg Maximum trailer weight lbs kg 4 6L 3 55 11500 5216 6300 2858 4 6L 3 73 12000 5443 6800 3084 5 4L with 17 tires 3 55 13000 5897 7600 3447 5 4L with 18 tires 3 55 12500 5670 7100 3220 5 4L with 17 tires 3 73 13500 6123 810...

Page 183: ...00 3856 5 4L w 18 tires 3 55 13500 6123 8000 3629 5 4L w 17 tires 3 73 15000 6804 9500 4309 5 4L w 18 tires 3 73 14500 6577 9000 4082 Trailer tow capability is limited to 9500 lbs 4309 kg SuperCab 4x2 163 wheelbase Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Maximum trailer weight kg lbs 5 4L Heavy Duty 4 10 15300 6940 9500 4309 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 183 ...

Page 184: ... 73 13500 6123 7800 3538 5 4L w 18 tires 3 73 13000 5897 7300 3311 SuperCab 4x4 145 wheelbase Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR lbs kg Maximum trailer weight lbs kg 4 6L 3 55 11700 5307 6000 2721 4 6L 3 73 12200 5534 6500 2948 5 4L w 17 tires 3 55 14000 6350 8300 3765 5 4L w 18 tires 3 55 13500 6123 7800 3538 5 4L w 17 tires 3 73 15000 6804 9300 4218 5 4L w 18 tires 3 73 14500 6577 8800 3992 200...

Page 185: ...mum GCWR lbs kg Maximum trailer weight lbs kg 4 6L 3 55 11700 5307 6200 2812 4 6L 3 73 12200 5534 6700 3039 5 4L w 17 tires 3 55 14000 6350 8500 3856 5 4L w 18 tires 3 55 13500 6123 8000 3629 5 4L w 17 tires 3 73 15000 6804 9500 4309 5 4L w 18 tires 3 73 14500 6577 9000 4082 Trailer tow capability is limited to 9500 lbs 4309 kg 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 185 ...

Page 186: ...ckage Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle s bumper or attach to the axle You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Load equa...

Page 187: ...er Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision ...

Page 188: ...railer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroug...

Page 189: ...guidelines if you have the need for recreational towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged 2WD vehicles Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum speed is 35 mph 56 km Maximum distance is 50 miles 80 km If a distance of 50 miles 80 km or a speed of 35 mph 56 km must be exceeded the drive shaft will have to...

Page 190: ...ccupant protection and air bag deployment braking and lighting Look for an Alterer s Label on the vehicle from the snowplow installer certifying that the installation meets all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity TARC is shown on the lower right side of the vehicle s Safety Certification Label This is the weight of permanently attached auxil...

Page 191: ... to maximize airflow to the radiator If you are driving less than 15 miles 24 km at speeds up to 40 mph 64 km h in cold weather you will not need to adjust blade position Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger air bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS The SRS is designed to activate in certain frontal and offset frontal collisions when t...

Page 192: ...r the engine can overheat Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at operating temperature Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 55 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Engine temperature while plowing When driving with a plow your engine may run at a high...

Page 193: ...n non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on coverage period exact fuel amounts towing of your disabled vehicle emergency travel expense reimbursement travel planning benefits USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Complete the ro...

Page 194: ...c Warranty s Roadside Assistance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direct...

Page 195: ...n ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fu...

Page 196: ...partment fuse panel power distribution box The fuse panel is located under the right hand side of the instrument panel Remove the trim panel and fuse box cover to access the fuses To remove the fuse box cover place a finger behind the PULL tab and your thumb above the PULL tab as shown in the illustration then pull the cover off To reinstall the fuse box cover place the top part of the cover on th...

Page 197: ... deactivate switch 3 5A Power mirrors Memory logic power Memory seats and pedals 4 10A DVD battery power 5 7 5A Keep alive memory for Powertrain Control Module PCM and climate control module 6 15A Parklamps BSM Instrument panel illumination 7 5A Radio start signal 8 10A Heated mirrors Switch indicator 9 Not used 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 197 ...

Page 198: ...ke Shift Interlock BSI 16 10A ABS module Run Start power 17 15A Fog lamp relay R202 18 10A Run Start feed Flasher relay Electrochromatic mirror Heated seats BSM Compass RSS Reverse Sensing System 19 10A Restraints Air bag module 20 15A PCM 4x4 power 21 15A Cluster keep alive power 22 10A Delayed accessory power for audio power door lock switch and moonroof switch illumination 23 10A RH low beam he...

Page 199: ... VCT 33 15A Shift solenoid CMS 12 and 22 34 20A Fuel injectors and PCM power 35 20A Instrument cluster high beam indicator High beam headlamps 36 10A Trailer tow right turn stop lamps 37 20A Rear power point 38 25A Subwoofer power 39 20A Instrument panel power point 40 20A Low beam headlamps DRL 41 20A Cigar lighter Diagnostic connector power 42 10A Trailer tow left turn stop lamps 101 30A Starter...

Page 200: ...er motor 117 Not used 118 30A Heated seats 401 30A Circuit breaker Power windows Moonroof Power sliding backlite R01 Full ISO relay Starter solenoid R02 Full ISO relay Accessory delay R03 Full ISO relay Hi beam headlamps R04 Full ISO relay Heated backlite R05 Full ISO relay Trailer tow battery charge R06 Full ISO relay Blower motor R201 Half ISO relay Trailer tow park lamps R202 Half ISO relay Fog...

Page 201: ...iary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the left fender Without Daytime Running Lamp DRL option 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 201 ...

Page 202: ... location Fuse amp rating Description F01 5A Clockspring illumination R01 4x4 CCW R02 4x4 CW R03 Daytime Running Lamps DRL if equipped otherwise not used R201 DRL R202 A C clutch D01 A C clutch diode 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 202 ...

Page 203: ...need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged it should be replaced rather than repaired When driving with the dissimilar spare tire wheel do not Exceed 70 mph 113 km h Use more than one dissimilar spare tire wheel at a...

Page 204: ...icle are stowed in the following locations Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle just forward of the rear bumper Jack jack handle and lug nut wrench Regular Cab Behind the interior trim on the passenger side of the cab SuperCrew and SuperCab Under the rear seat on the passenger side Removing the spare tire 1 Use the ignition key to remove the lock cylinder from the access hole of the bumper t...

Page 205: ...hen you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Refer to the instruction sheet located with the jack for detailed tire change instructions 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard fla...

Page 206: ...wheel is completely off the ground When one of the rear wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in P Park To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked If the vehicle slips off the jack someone could b...

Page 207: ...tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 10 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 11 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter f...

Page 208: ...andle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness Tighten to the best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest c...

Page 209: ...s can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push sta...

Page 210: ...er moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illust...

Page 211: ...attery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel deli...

Page 212: ... disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post ...

Page 213: ...le from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 213 ...

Page 214: ...ompany has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle...

Page 215: ...d with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures please contact the Ford Customer Relations...

Page 216: ... 1 800 232 5952 www customersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the dea...

Page 217: ...overed repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP...

Page 218: ...items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage claims cases currently in litigation vehicles not used primarily for family personal or household purposes except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles vehicles with non U S warranties Concerns are ineligible for review ...

Page 219: ... case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license The date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s The current mileage The name of the dealer s who sold or serviced the vehicle A brief description of your unresolved concern A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer s and Ford Motor Company The names if known of all the peop...

Page 220: ...hone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 1424 Waukesha WI 53187 1424 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PR...

Page 221: ...d fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be se...

Page 222: ...anty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle Calif...

Page 223: ...ghway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either c...

Page 224: ...d insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plastic and v...

Page 225: ...ause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent To remove tar and grease use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 4...

Page 226: ...PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your dealer For routine cleaning use Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A If tar or grease spots are present use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning 226 ...

Page 227: ... as a razor blade to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster s heated grid lines if equipped INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps prote...

Page 228: ... protective coating over the leather To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a soft cloth To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Motorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit ZC 11 D available from your authorized dealer Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics o...

Page 229: ...ada only CXC 93 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 11 A Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 Motorcraft Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 41 Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner ZC 15 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 38 A Motorcraft Car Care...

Page 230: ...ot work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Tu...

Page 231: ...ile the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located on the front bumper under the grill 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications...

Page 232: ...tomatic transmission 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Power steering fluid reservoir 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Air filter assembly 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 232 ...

Page 233: ...ir filter assembly 4 Power steering fluid reservoir 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 233 ...

Page 234: ...antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance g...

Page 235: ... oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2004 F150 f12 Owners Gui...

Page 236: ...il Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API To protect your engine s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C153 H SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other e...

Page 237: ... a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Note Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the batter...

Page 238: ... and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 5 Turn the A C on and allow the engine to id...

Page 239: ...unda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above ...

Page 240: ...terval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is ...

Page 241: ...lant Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant an...

Page 242: ...section If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever coolant has been added the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle If necessary add enough 50 50 concentration of engine coolant and disti...

Page 243: ...e 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant contai...

Page 244: ...bled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature The engine will completely shut down Steering and braking effort will increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle...

Page 245: ... fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collis...

Page 246: ... also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors o...

Page 247: ...th the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 4 of a turn until it stops If the Digital Display reads CHECK FUEL CAP and stays on after you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is de...

Page 248: ...s Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas Do not be concerned if you...

Page 249: ...tuation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine Your Service engine soon indicator may come on For more information on the Service engine soon indicator refer to the Instrument cluster chapter Fuel Filter For f...

Page 250: ...fueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading may result if the engine is left running Use the same ...

Page 251: ...low and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce ...

Page 252: ...bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy To maximize the fuel economy drive with the tonneau cover installed if equipped Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving...

Page 253: ... performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emiss...

Page 254: ...fire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Check engine Service engine soon light should turn off A driving ...

Page 255: ...the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right...

Page 256: ... 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking...

Page 257: ...ange if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct t...

Page 258: ...nsmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components Checking and adding transfer case fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level ADD COLD HOT DO NOT ADD 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and ...

Page 259: ...e original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter Note D...

Page 260: ...all a new air filter element 5 Reassemble the two halves of the air filter housing aligning the notch and slot found on the top of each half Secure the clamp making sure not to crimp the air filter edges between the two halves of the air filter housing This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 5 4L Engine 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 ...

Page 261: ...ox needs to be free of any debris before installing a new air filter 3 Install a new air filter element into the tray assembly 4 Return air filter tray to original position by pressing firmly on the handle until all rearward movement stops and secure the two clamps 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 261 ...

Page 262: ...n requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded ...

Page 263: ...erloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A label showing the OE Original Equipment tire sizes recommended inflati...

Page 264: ...ies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall Information on P type tires P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size load index and speed rating The definitions of these items are listed below Note that the tire size load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be d...

Page 265: ...ad and inflation pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions The ratings range from 99 mph 159 km h to 186 mph 299 km h These ratings are listed in the following chart Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law Le...

Page 266: ...edge of the driver s door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle 12 Treadwear Traction and Temperature Grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire gra...

Page 267: ...cates a tire designated by the Tire and Rim Association T RA that is intended for service on light trucks 2 Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lbs kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tire...

Page 268: ...a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle ...

Page 269: ...found on the tire label or certification label If you are checking tire pressure when the tire is hot i e driven more than 1 mile 1 6 km never bleed or reduce air pressure The tires are hot from driving and it is normal for pressures to increase above recommended cold pressures A hot tire at or below recommended cold inflation pressure could be significantly under inflated To check the pressure in...

Page 270: ...ied technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension if equipped may require alignment of all four wheels...

Page 271: ...iagram Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles Four Wheel Drive 4WD vehicles front tires at top of diagram Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 271 ...

Page 272: ... adverse wet snowy etc conditions Visually check your tires for uneven wear looking for high and low areas or unusually smooth areas Also check for signs of tire damage When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inch 2 mm tires must be replaced to prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning Built in treadwear indicators or wear bars which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across th...

Page 273: ...er Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size type tread design brand load carrying capacity and speed rating because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of...

Page 274: ...grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and c...

Page 275: ...s not used 2 For spark plug replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the en...

Page 276: ...1 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored 4 6L V8 engine 18 7L 19 8 quarts 5 4L V8 engine 19 5L 20 6 quarts Engine oil includes filter change 8 Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada 4 6L engine 5 7L 6 0 quarts 5 4L engine 6 6L 7 0 quarts 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Spe...

Page 277: ...ring fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF All Fill to between MIN and MAX lines on reservoir Transfer case fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 4x4 vehicles 1 9L 2 0 quarts 2 Transmission fluid 3 Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF 4R70 75 E W 13 2L 13 9 quarts 4 Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Fuel Efficient High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 4x4 vehicles 2 0L 3 7 pints 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt ...

Page 278: ...ined by filling the transfer case to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 3 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service i...

Page 279: ...These lubricants do not need to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water 6 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the axle to 1 4 9 16 inch 6 14 mm below the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface Add 4...

Page 280: ...torcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A WSS M97B51 A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada WSS M2C153 H and API Certification Mark Seat tracks Multi Purpose Grea...

Page 281: ...QDX MERCON威 Automatic transmission 4R70 75 E W 2 Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF XT 5 QM MERCON威V Windshield washer fluid Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A WSB M8B16 A2 1 Add 4 oz 118 ml of FEHP Friction Modifier XL 7 or equivalent for complete refill of Traction Lok axles 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the ...

Page 282: ... transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON威 and MERCON威 V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON威 may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage ENGINE DATA Engine 4 6L V8 engine 5 4L V8 engine Cubic inches 281 330 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Ignition syste...

Page 283: ...rall width 78 9 2005 78 9 2005 78 9 2005 3 Overall height 4x2 4x4 73 0 1854 75 0 1905 73 0 1854 75 0 1905 73 5 1867 76 0 1930 4 Wheelbase 4x2 4x4 126 0 3195 126 0 3203 126 0 3195 126 0 3203 144 0 3668 145 0 3675 5 Track Front 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 5 Track Rear 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 283 ...

Page 284: ...idth 78 9 2005 78 9 2005 78 9 2005 3 Overall height 4x2 4x4 73 0 1854 75 5 1918 73 0 1854 75 0 1905 73 5 1867 75 5 1918 4 Wheelbase 4x2 4x4 132 0 3363 133 0 3371 144 0 3668 145 0 3675 163 0 4140 163 0 4148 5 Track Front 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 5 Track Rear 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 67 0 1701 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 284 ...

Page 285: ...nsions Styleside 5 5 box inches mm 1 Overall length 224 0 5689 2 Overall width 78 9 2005 3 Overall height 4x2 4x4 73 5 1867 75 5 1918 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 285 ...

Page 286: ... dimensions Styleside 5 5 box inches mm 4 Wheelbase 4x2 4x4 138 0 3515 139 0 3523 5 Track Front 67 0 1701 5 Track Rear 67 0 1701 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 286 ...

Page 287: ...a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located The Certification label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 287 ...

Page 288: ...ld manufacturer identifier 2 Brake type and gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA E...

Page 289: ...ual transmission M Manual 5 speed AKK C Manual 5 speed overdrive Close ratio W Manual 5 speed overdrive Dana ZF G Manual 6 speed ZF Automatic transmission Y Automatic 4 speed overdrive CD4E U Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R70W T Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R44E E Automatic 4 speed overdrive 4R100 J Automatic 5 speed overdrive 5R55E Electric H One speed electric 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002...

Page 290: ...ve M5 Front wheel drive automatic transaxle A 4 speed overdrive 4F27E E 4 speed overdrive 4FE J 3 speed Mazda L 4 speed overdrive AX4S P 4 speed overdrive 4F20E X 4 speed overdrive 4F50N Y 4 speed overdrive CD4E Rear wheel drive manual transaxle 5 5 speed Mazda M5 Rear wheel drive automatic transmission U 4 speed overdrive 4R70W A 5 speed overdrive 5R55N 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt US...

Page 291: ... or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty No...

Page 292: ...l Lifestyle Bedliners and bedmats Bed tents Bike racks Cargo organization and management Diamond plate accessories Engine block heaters and blankets Rear seat entertainment systems Toolboxes Towing mirrors TracRac and accessories Trailer hitches wiring harnesses and accessories Peace of mind Airbag anti theft locks First aid and highway safety kits Full vehicle covers 2004 F150 f12 Owners Guide po...

Page 293: ...adio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehic...

Page 294: ...ery 237 acid treating emergencies 237 jumping a disabled battery 209 maintenance free 237 replacement specifications 275 servicing 237 Bed extender 82 Brakes 154 anti lock 154 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 154 fluid checking and adding 256 fluid refill capacities 276 fluid specifications 280 282 lubricant specifications 280 282 parking 155 shift interlock 156 157 Bulbs 48 C Calculating ...

Page 295: ...rvice you need 215 Ordering additional owner s literature 222 The Dispute Settlement Board 217 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 220 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 43 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 256 engine oil 234 Doors lubricant specifications 280 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 259 Driving under special conditions 162 169 172 sand 171 snow and ice 173 through water...

Page 296: ...ch 194 improving fuel economy 249 octane rating 248 282 283 quality 248 running out of fuel 249 safety information relating to automotive fuels 245 Fuel pump shut off switch 194 Fuses 195 196 G Garage Door Opener see Homelink wireless control system 67 Gas cap see Fuel cap 247 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 249 Gauges 15 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 179 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ...

Page 297: ...g bulbs 48 52 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 46 Lights warning and indicator 10 anti lock brakes ABS 154 Load limits 176 Loading instructions 179 Locks autolock 92 childproof 85 Lubricant specifications 280 282 Lug nuts 209 Lumbar support seats 101 M Message center 71 english metric button 75 system check button 75 warning messages 76 Mirrors 54 60 automatic dimming rearview mirror 60 fold ...

Page 298: ...r adults 109 112 for children 134 135 lap belt 114 Occupant Classification Sensor 106 safety belt maintenance 120 warning light and chime 116 Safety seats for children 138 Seat belts see Safety restraints 104 Seats 99 child safety seats 138 heated 38 102 memory seat 88 102 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 97 Servicing your vehicle 230 Setting the clock AM FM stereo 19 20 AM FM CD 21 AM FM In d...

Page 299: ...le 156 Transfer case fluid checking 258 Transmission 156 brake shift interlock BSI 156 157 fluid checking and adding automatic 256 fluid refill capacities 276 lubricant specifications 280 282 Turn signal 46 V Vehicle dimensions 283 287 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 288 Vehicle loading 176 Ventilating your vehicle 153 W Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 234 Water Driving through 175 Win...

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