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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 3.5L ECOBOOST™

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Engine compartment fuse box.

Battery.

Engine oil filler cap.

Engine oil dipstick.

Brake fluid reservoir.

Air filter.

Engine coolant reservoir.

Windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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F-150 (TFD) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202008, First-Printing

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Summary of Contents for F-150 2021

Page 1: ...2021 F 150 Supplemental Owner s Guide September 2020 First Printing Litho in U S A ML3J 19F705 AA ford ca owner ford com...

Page 2: ...Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust carbon monoxide phthalates and lead which are known to the Sta...

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Page 4: ...opy Work 30 Airbag Precautions 31 Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats 32 Children and Airbags 32 Front Passenger Sensing System 33 Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator 35 Disposing o...

Page 5: ...ission Automatic Transmission Positions 58 Brakes Brakes Troubleshooting 59 Traction Control Switching Traction Control On and Off 60 Load Carrying Load Carrying Precautions 61 Locating the Safety Com...

Page 6: ...pecting the Wheel Valve Stems 117 Tire Rotation 117 Tire Pressure Monitoring System What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System 119 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions 119 Tire Pressure Monito...

Page 7: ...4 F 150 TFD Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202008 First Printing...

Page 8: ...laws and regulations Note Pass on all printed owner s information when selling this vehicle Our digital resources include a comprehensive digital Owner s Manual that is dynamically created according...

Page 9: ...trivial crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the event data recorder under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information for example name gender age and crash location is rec...

Page 10: ...t days the temperature inside the vehicle can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries includin...

Page 11: ...or death in a crash WARNING Do not leave children or pets unattended in your vehicle Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death When installing a child restraint with...

Page 12: ...between the cushion and seat backrest Note Regular Cab vehicles do not have lower anchors Locating the Child Restraint Top Tether Anchor Points Regular Cab E308389 Crew Cab E308390 Super Cab 9 F 150...

Page 13: ...s Only Combined Weight of Child and Child Restraint X X Up to 65 lb 29 kg X Over 65 lb 29 kg Forward Facing Child Restraints Seatbelt and LATCH Lower Anchors and Top Tether Anchor Seatbelt and Top Tet...

Page 14: ...seats until they reach age eight a height of 57 in 1 45 m tall or 80 lb 36 kg Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of children in your vehicle When...

Page 15: ...uckle for that seating position until the latch engages Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it E142875 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portio...

Page 16: ...0 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...

Page 17: ...r that seating position until the latch engages Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it E142533 5 When pushing down with your knee on the child restraint pull up on the shoulder belt...

Page 18: ...en LATCH system has three vehicle anchor points Two lower anchors where the vehicle seat backrest and seat cushion meet called the seat bight One top tether anchor behind that seating position LATCH c...

Page 19: ...1 Route the child restraint tether strap over the back of the seat and under the head restraint Note For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and b...

Page 20: ...ly but the head restraint post is not strong enough to hold the child restraint during a crash 3 Tighten the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions If you did not pr...

Page 21: ...ackless booster to another seating position with a higher seat backrest or head restraint and lap and shoulder belts or consider using a high back booster seat E70710 High back booster seats If with a...

Page 22: ...rized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not use any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instr...

Page 23: ...ing position in your vehicle has a specific seatbelt assembly made up of one buckle and one tongue designed to be used as a pair Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoul...

Page 24: ...Seatbelt With Cinch Tongue This applies to the front center seating position of Super Cab and Crew Cab The cinch tongue slides up and down the seatbelt webbing when you stow the seatbelt or when you p...

Page 25: ...ickly If the retractor locks slowly lower the height adjuster to allow the seatbelt to retract If the retractor does not unlock pull the seatbelt out slowly then feed a small length of webbing back to...

Page 26: ...ross your chest Pregnant women must follow this practice See the following figure E142590 Pregnant women should always wear their seatbelt Position the lap belt portion of a combination lap and should...

Page 27: ...u are in the driver seat or you have a front seat passenger and a seatbelt is unbuckled The system uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is pr...

Page 28: ...do not buckle your seatbelts before your vehicle reaches at least 6 0 mph 9 7 km h and 1 2 minutes elapse after you switch the ignition on The Belt Minder feature activates the seatbelt warning lamp i...

Page 29: ...mming procedure Make sure that The parking brake is set The transmission is in park P The ignition is off The driver and front passenger seatbelts are unfastened 1 Switch the ignition on Do not start...

Page 30: ...WARNING Only use extensions provided free of charge by our dealers The dealer will provide an extension designed specifically for this vehicle model year and seating position The use of an extension...

Page 31: ...f the dual stage airbags based on crash severity and occupant conditions PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM COMPONENTS Driver and passenger dual stage airbag supplemental restraints Front seat outermost seatbelts...

Page 32: ...ay irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic Contact with a deploying airbag may cause abrasions or swelling Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise ass...

Page 33: ...nditions the driver and passenger knee airbags may deploy individually or both but the corresponding front airbag may not activate It is important to be properly seated and restrained to reduce the ri...

Page 34: ...s of your vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their seatbelts even when an airbag supplemental restraint system is provided Failure to properly wear your seatbelt could seriously...

Page 35: ...between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module To properly position yourself away from the airbag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Re...

Page 36: ...tor lamps are in the overhead console The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable the front passenger frontal airbag under these conditions The front passenger seat is unoccupied The sys...

Page 37: ...ects lodged underneath the seat Objects between the seat cushion and the center console Objects hanging off the seat backrest Objects stowed in the seat backrest map pocket Objects placed on the occup...

Page 38: ...isabled OFF Illuminated Child ON Not Illuminated Enabled OFF Not Illuminated Adult ON Illuminated CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehi...

Page 39: ...g is wrong with the system Rather it means the restraints control module determined the accident conditions crash severity seatbelt usage were not appropriate to activate these safety devices The fron...

Page 40: ...or remote controls from an authorized dealer Authorized dealers can program remote controls for your vehicle E151795 Note Your vehicle keys came with a security label that provides important key cut...

Page 41: ...nti theft system arms when you switch the ignition off It disarms when the ignition is switched on with a correctly coded key Note The system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start s...

Page 42: ...indshield Wipers On and Off E327739 High speed wipe A Intermittent wipe B Off C E270969 Use the rotary control CHECKING THE WIPER BLADES Improving Your Windshield Wiper Performance E142463 Run the tip...

Page 43: ...ould cause the washer pump to overheat Keep the outside of the windshield clean The rain sensor is very sensitive and the wipers may operate if dirt mist or insects hit the windshield Using the Windsh...

Page 44: ...tes when the diesel exhaust fluid is low contaminated or the system requires service Door Ajar It illuminates when you switch the ignition on and remains on if any door is open Electric Parking Brake...

Page 45: ...causes your vehicle to shutdown or enter into a limited operating mode Tailgate Ajar E311338 It illuminates when the ignition is on and the tailgate is not completely closed Water in Fuel It illumina...

Page 46: ...ag E67017 Front Fog Lamp High Beam Hill Descent E163171 Lamps On Ready to Drive E224090 Reverse Brake Assist E293490 Stability Control and Traction Control E138639 E130458 Turn Signal Lamps Tow Haul E...

Page 47: ...windshield of a thin covering of ice Note To prevent window fogging you cannot select recirculated air when maximum defrost is on Note The heated rear window also turns on when you select maximum defr...

Page 48: ...ate the selection screen Press the button on the touchscreen Directing Air to the Instrument Panel Air Vents E265283 Press the button to activate the selection screen E244097 Press the button on the t...

Page 49: ...ng hot temperatures and the inside of the vehicle is hot the system uses recirculated air to maximize interior cooling Blower motor speed may also reduce until the air cools Quickly Heating the Interi...

Page 50: ...t select recirculated air when maximum defrost is on Note When you switch maximum defrost on the heated windshield turns on SWITCHING THE HEATED REAR WINDOW ON AND OFF Press the button to clear the re...

Page 51: ...r always switched on Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the winds...

Page 52: ...nts Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather 1 Direct air to the instrument panel and windshield air vents 2 Press and release A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to the setting you prefer 4 Adjust...

Page 53: ...We recommend a minimum of 10 in 25 cm between your breastbone and the airbag cover Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully...

Page 54: ...ld the adjust and release button 2 Push the head restraint down To tilt the head restraint E327919 1 Adjust the seat backrest to an upright driving or riding position 2 Pivot the head restraint forwar...

Page 55: ...restraint properly could reduce its effectiveness during certain impacts To raise the head restraint pull the head restraint up To lower the head restraint do the following 1 Press and hold the adjus...

Page 56: ...backrest This could damage the heated seat element and cause it to overheat Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury WARNING Do not place anything on the seat that blocks th...

Page 57: ...ights indicate higher fan speeds Note When you switch the climate control fan speed and the ventilated seats to their maximum settings the ventilated seats provide increased cooling If the engine fall...

Page 58: ...ead restraint Installing the Head Restraint Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head restraint down until it locks HEATED SEATS Heated Seat Precautions WARNING Usecautionwhenusin...

Page 59: ...liquid spills on the seat Allow the seat to dry Switching the Heated Seats On and Off The vehicle must be running to use this feature The rear seat heat controls are on the rear of the center console...

Page 60: ...Press and release a preset button Note You can recall a preset memory position when the ignition is off or when you place the transmission in park P or neutral N if the ignition is on and the vehicle...

Page 61: ...mission selector to park P Reverse R WARNING Move the transmission selector lever to reverse R only when your vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle speed This position allows your vehicle to...

Page 62: ...gnition on or begins to flash at any time have the system checked by an authorized dealer E270480 The brake indicator momentarily illuminates when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is fun...

Page 63: ...nal injury and death E327252 The traction control system turns on each time you switch the ignition on If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow switching traction control off may be beneficial as this...

Page 64: ...Safety Compliance Certification label vehicle weight limits can adversely affect the performance and handling of your vehicle cause vehicle damage and can result in the loss of control of your vehicle...

Page 65: ...t a single axle front or rear can carry These numbers are on the Safety Compliance Certification label WHAT IS THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING GVWR is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded...

Page 66: ...Weight Rating of the towing vehicle Note For trailer towing information refer to the RV and Trailer Towing Guide available at an authorized dealer or online at the website that follows RV Trailer Towi...

Page 67: ...act the weight of the equipmentfromthepayloadlisted on the Tire and Loading label When towing trailer tongue weight or king pin weight is also part of payload CALCULATING THE LOAD LIMIT Steps for dete...

Page 68: ...67 5 72 5 kilograms Suppose your vehicle has a 1400 pound 635 kilogram cargo and luggage capacity You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish t...

Page 69: ...your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the front or the rear gross axle weight rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification label 66 F 150 TFD Canada United State...

Page 70: ...r hitch could reduce the hitch rating WARNING The anti lock brake system does not control the trailer brakes TOWING A TRAILER LIMITATIONS The vehicle s load capacity designation is by weight not by vo...

Page 71: ...ight The trailer tongue weight should never exceed 10 of the maximum towing capacity Select a ball mount with the correct rise or drop When both the loaded vehicle and trailer are connected the traile...

Page 72: ...122 4 in 3 110mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 600 lb 3 447 kg 12 200 lb 5 533 kg 3 55 RWD Regular Cab 122 4 in 3 110mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 700 lb 3 492 kg 12 500 lb 5 669kg 3 55 4WD Regular Cab 122 4 in 3 110mm L 60 f...

Page 73: ...Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 700 lb 3 493 kg 12 600 lb 5 715 kg 3 55 4WD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 8 600 lb 3 900kg 13 300 lb 6 032 kg 3 73 RWD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm...

Page 74: ...m 7 700 lb 3 492 kg 12 600 lb 5 715 kg 3 31 RWD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 700 lb 3 492 kg 12 600 lb 5 715 kg 3 55 RWD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 600 lb 3 447 kg 12 800 lb...

Page 75: ...m 7 600 lb 3 447 kg 12 600 lb 5 715 kg 3 15 RWD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 7 600 lb 3 447 kg 12 600 lb 5 715 kg 3 55 RWD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 8 300 lb 3 764 kg 13 300 lb...

Page 76: ...3 RWD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm L 60 ft 5 6 m 10 000 lb 4 535 kg 15 100 lb 6 849kg 3 73 RWD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm H 60 ft 5 6 m 8 100 lb 3 674 kg 13 300 lb 6 032 kg 3 73 4WD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm L...

Page 77: ...7 method Note Values shown for low L or high H capacity trailer tow packages Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 5 000 lb 2 268 kg when towing with or by the bumper only Note Do not exceed a traile...

Page 78: ...lb 7 393 kg 1 3 31 4WD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 500 lb 4 762 kg 1 16 300 lb 7 393 kg 1 3 55 4WD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 12 100 lb 5 488 kg 2 17 900 lb 8 119 kg 2 3 55 4WD...

Page 79: ...17 800 lb 8 073 kg 2 3 55 RWD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 400 lb 4 717 kg 1 16 300 lb 7 393 kg 1 3 31 4WD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 400 lb 4 717 kg 1 16 300 lb 7 393 kg 1 3 55...

Page 80: ...Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating RearAxle Ratio Driveline Cab Wheel base in mm 36 ft 3 4 m 5 000 lb 2 267 kg 1 9 400 lb 4 263 kg 1 3 55 RWD Regular Cab 122 4 in 3 110mm 60 ft 5 6 m 5 100 lb 2 313...

Page 81: ...60 ft 5 6 m 8 200 lb 3 719 kg 2 12 900 lb 5 851 kg 2 3 73 RWD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 8 100 lb 3 674 kg 2 13 100 lb 5 942 kg 2 3 73 4WD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 36 ft 3 4 m 5 100 lb 2 313...

Page 82: ...performance and fuel economy Recommended Towing Weights 3 5L Ecoboost Maximum Trailer Frontal Area Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating RearAxle Ratio Driveline Cab Wheel base...

Page 83: ...0 lb 8 346 kg 2 3 73 RWD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm Heavy Payload Package 60 ft 5 6 m 13 100 lb 5 942 kg 2 18 400 lb 8 346 kg 2 3 73 4WD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm Heavy Payload Package 60 ft 5 6 m 11...

Page 84: ...200 lb 5 080kg 1 16 500 lb 7 484 kg 1 3 15 RWD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 200 lb 5 080kg 1 16 800 lb 7 620 kg 1 3 31 4WD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 200 lb 5 080kg 1 16 500 l...

Page 85: ...d Package 60 ft 5 6 m 11 200 lb 5 080kg 1 16 500 lb 7 484 kg 1 3 31 RWD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 300 lb 5 125 kg 1 16 800 lb 7 620 kg 1 3 31 4WD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 20...

Page 86: ...1 200 lb 5 080kg 1 16 800 lb 7 620 kg 1 3 31 4WD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 300 lb 5 125 kg 1 16 600 lb 7 529 kg 1 3 55 RWD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 14 000 lb 6 350 kg 2 19 400...

Page 87: ...package Note All values calculated with SAE J2807 method Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 5 000 lb 2 268 kg when towing with or by the bumper only Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 7 000 l...

Page 88: ...kg 2 18 400 lb 8 346 kg 2 3 55 RWD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 11 000 lb 4 989 kg 1 17 000 lb 7 711 kg 1 3 73 4WD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 12 400 lb 5 624 kg 2 18 400 lb 8 346 kg 2...

Page 89: ...ues calculated with SAE J2807 method Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 5 000 lb 2 268 kg when towing with or by the bumper only Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 7 000 lb 3 175 kg or 36 ft 3...

Page 90: ...ft 5 6 m 8 200 lb 3 719 kg 1 13 200 lb 5 987 kg 1 3 31 4WD Regular Cab 122 4 in 3 110mm 60 ft 5 6 m 9 100 lb 4 127 kg 1 13 800 lb 6 259 kg 1 3 73 RWD Regular Cab 122 4 in 3 110mm 60 ft 5 6 m 9 600 lb...

Page 91: ...141 in 3 581mm 60 ft 5 6 m 13 000 lb 5 896kg 2 17 900 lb 8 119 kg 2 3 73 RWD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm 60 ft 5 6 m 13 000 lb 5 896kg 2 18 000 lb 8 164 kg 2 3 73 RWD Regular Cab 141 in 3 581mm Heavy...

Page 92: ...kg 1 3 31 RWD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 9 500 lb 4 309 kg 1 14 800 lb 6 713 kg 1 3 31 4WD Super Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 500 lb 4 762 kg 1 15 500 lb 7 030 kg 1 3 73 RWD Super Cab 1...

Page 93: ...ab 163 in 4 140mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 400 lb 4 717 kg 1 15 600 lb 7 076 kg 1 3 73 RWD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm 60 ft 5 6 m 13 000 lb 5 896kg 2 18 200 lb 8 255 kg 2 3 73 RWD Super Cab 163 in 4 140mm 60 ft 5...

Page 94: ...3 kg 1 3 31 RWD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 9 400 lb 4 263 kg 1 14 800 lb 6 713 kg 1 3 31 4WD Crew Cab 145 in 3 675mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 500 lb 4 762 kg 1 15 600 lb 7 076 kg 1 3 73 RWD Crew Cab 14...

Page 95: ...8 kg 1 14 800 lb 6 713 kg 1 3 31 4WD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 10 400 lb 4 717 kg 1 15 600 lb 7 076 kg 1 3 73 RWD Crew Cab 157 in 3 989mm 60 ft 5 6 m 13 000 lb 5 896kg 2 18 200 lb 8 255 kg 2...

Page 96: ...te All values calculated with SAE J2807 method Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 5 000 lb 2 268 kg when towing with or by the bumper only Note Do not exceed a trailer weight of 7 000 lb 3 175 kg...

Page 97: ...trailer weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow For additional information visit www fleet ford com towing guides 94 F 150 TFD Canada United States of Ameri...

Page 98: ...battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If ac...

Page 99: ...per cable to a ground connection point if available E309115 Starting the Engine 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and moderately rev the engine or gently press the accelerator to keep the engi...

Page 100: ...ox A Battery B Engine oil filler cap C Engine oil dipstick D Brake fluid reservoir E Air filter assembly F Engine coolant reservoir G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 97 F 150 TFD Canada United Sta...

Page 101: ...x A Battery B Engine oil filler cap C Engine oil dipstick D Brake fluid reservoir E Air filter assembly F Engine coolant reservoir G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 98 F 150 TFD Canada United Stat...

Page 102: ...Battery B Engine oil filler cap C Engine oil dipstick D Brake fluid reservoir E Air filter assembly F Engine coolant reservoir G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 99 F 150 TFD Canada United States o...

Page 103: ...se box A Battery B Engine oil filler cap C Engine oil dipstick D Brake fluid reservoir E Air filter F Engine coolant reservoir G Windshield washer fluid reservoir H 100 F 150 TFD Canada United States...

Page 104: ...A Battery B Engine oil dipstick C Engine oil filler cap D Brake fluid reservoir E Air filter F Secondary coolant reservoir G Engine coolant reservoir H Windshield washer fluid reservoir I 101 F 150 T...

Page 105: ...Engine oil filler cap B Engine oil dipstick C Brake fluid reservoir D Air filter assembly E Engine coolant reservoir F Windshield washer fluid reservoir G Battery H 102 F 150 TFD Canada United States...

Page 106: ...ument panel or door panels Wipe any glass cleaner off these surfaces immediately Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl rubbing alcohol or windshield washer concentrate Note Do not use razor blades or...

Page 107: ...ype tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire qual...

Page 108: ...he generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tir...

Page 109: ...Indicates a radial type tire E 15 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 F 95 Indicates the ti...

Page 110: ...317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This informa...

Page 111: ...aximum Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the v...

Page 112: ...tire is used as a single defined as two tires total on the rear axle Information on T Type Tires T145 80D16 is an example of a tire size Note The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different...

Page 113: ...his pressure will not increase the tire s load carrying capability Extra load A class of P metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at 42 psi 2 9 bar Increasing the inflation pr...

Page 114: ...re manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire I...

Page 115: ...reduce the risk of serious injury when mounting replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed themaximumpressureindicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautio...

Page 116: ...le personal injury or death WARNING Donotusesnowchains on snow free roads WARNING Only fit snow chains to specified tires WARNING If your vehicle is fitted with wheel trims remove them before fitting...

Page 117: ...do not exceed 30 mph 50 km h or the maximum speed recommended by the chain manufacturer whichever is less Drive cautiously If you hear the snow chains rub or bang against the vehicle stop and tighten...

Page 118: ...necessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for opti...

Page 119: ...lls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire dismounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced...

Page 120: ...e seems to pull to one side when you are driving the wheels could be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can c...

Page 121: ...rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements Tire Rotation Diagram Follow the diagram indicating the correct tire location...

Page 122: ...ry or death Note The use of tire sealants can damage the tire pressure monitoring system TIREPRESSUREMONITORING SYSTEM LIMITATIONS When the outside temperature drops significantly the tire pressure co...

Page 123: ...his means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road wheel and tire assembly that is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally prov...

Page 124: ...tion could result in personal injury or death WARNING Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit w...

Page 125: ...audible click each time to make sure the wheel and tire have been tightened securely Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked Park on a level surface activate...

Page 126: ...Use your key to remove the lock cylinder from the access hole of the bumper to allow access to the guide tube E188735 2 Assemble the jack handle as shown in the illustration E184020 3 Fully insert the...

Page 127: ...e affected flat tire one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them Jacking the Vehicle E166722 Front Jacking Points E327652 Note Use the frame rail as the front jacking location point not the...

Page 128: ...center Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable 3 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle The effort to turn the...

Page 129: ...r channel E323393 2 Place the tools inside of the tool bag E327653 3 Install the tool bag through the vehicle jack load rest E323386 4 Secure the jack tool bag straps around the vehicle jack E327654 5...

Page 130: ...he wing bolt on the jack bracket clockwise until the jack and tools are secured to the jack bracket 127 F 150 TFD Canada United States of America enUSA Edition date 202008 First Printing Changing a Ro...

Page 131: ...tification Number Overview The vehicle identification number contains the following information E142477 World manufacturer identifier A Brake system gross vehicle weight rating restraint devices and t...

Page 132: ...Y 1 800 424 9153 go to www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from www saferc...

Page 133: ...uently when servicing your vehicle For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov passenger vehicle WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals...

Page 134: ...64 Helpful examples for calculating the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity 65 California Proposition 65 United States of America 130 Changing a Flat Tire 120 Dissimilar Spare Wheel a...

Page 135: ...senger Sensing System 33 Front Seats 50 Heated Seats 53 Manual Seats 50 Power Seats 52 Ventilated Seats 54 G Glossary of Tire Terminology 110 H Heated Seats 53 Heated Seat Precautions 53 Switching the...

Page 136: ...ic Throttle Control Check 4X4 42 Service Engine Soon 42 Stop Safely 42 Tailgate Ajar 42 Water in Fuel 42 Introduction 5 J Jump Starting the Vehicle 95 Jump Starting Precautions 95 Jump Starting the Ve...

Page 137: ...d 45 Setting the Temperature 45 Sitting in the Correct Position 50 Switching Climate Control On and Off 44 Switching Defrost On and Off 44 Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off 44 Switching the Hazard...

Page 138: ...hers 40 Using the Windshield Washer 40 Washer Precautions 40 Washers See Wipers and Washers 39 What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating 62 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 62 What Is the Gross Combined Weigh...

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