Contacting Us
Introduction
Symbols Glossary
Data Privacy
Visual Search
- Steering Wheel - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Steering Wheel - Police
- Instrument Panel - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Instrument Panel - Police
- Vehicle Interior - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Vehicle Interior - Police
- Front Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Front Exterior - Police
- Rear Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Rear Exterior - Police
Child Safety
- Child Safety Precautions
- Booster Seats
- Child Safety Locks
Child Restraint Anchor Points
Child Restraints
Installing Child Restraints
Seatbelts
- Seatbelt Precautions
- Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts
- Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy
- Adjusting the Seatbelt Height
- Adjusting the Seatbelt Length
- Checking the Seatbelts
- Seatbelt Extensions
Sensitive Locking Mode
Automatic Locking Mode
Seatbelt Reminder
Personal Safety System™
Airbags
- How Do the Front Airbags Work
- How Do the Side Airbags Work
- How Do the Knee Airbags Work
- How Does the Safety Canopy™ Work
- Airbag Precautions
- Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats
- Children and Airbags
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
- Disposing of Airbags
Front Passenger Sensing System
911 Assist
Keys and Remote Controls
- Remote Control Limitations
- Using the Remote Control
- Removing the Key Blade
- Sounding the Panic Alarm
- Locating Your Vehicle
- Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
- Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
- Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Flip Key
- Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting
MyKey™ - Vehicles With: MyKey
- What Is MyKey
- Creating a MyKey
- Programming a MyKey
- Clearing All MyKeys
- Checking MyKey System Status
- Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
MyKey Settings
MyKey – Troubleshooting
Doors and Locks
- Doors and Locks Audible Warnings
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle
Autolock
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting
Keyless Entry
- What Is Keyless Entry
- Keyless Entry Limitations
- Keyless Entry Settings
- Using Keyless Entry
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting
Keyless Entry Keypad
- What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad
- Keyless Entry Keypad Limitations
- Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad
- Keyless Entry Keypad Master Access Code - Vehicles With: Flip Key
- Keyless Entry Keypad Master Access Code - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
- Keyless Entry Keypad Personal Access Codes
- Using the Keyless Entry Keypad
Keyless Entry Keypad – Troubleshooting
Easy Entry and Exit
Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate
- Tailgate Precautions
- Removing and Installing the Tailgate
- Tailgate Work Surface
Opening the Tailgate
Closing the Tailgate
Tailgate Step
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System
Anti-Theft Alarm System
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings
Security – Troubleshooting
Steering Wheel
Adjustable Pedals
Wipers and Washers
- Checking the Wiper Blades
- Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
- Wipers and Washers Videos
Washers
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting
Exterior Lighting
- Exterior Lighting Control - Excluding: Police
- Exterior Lighting Control - Police
- Using the Turn Signal Lamps
- How Do Cornering Lamps Work
- Switching the Daytime Running Lamps On and Off - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps/8 Inch Screen/12 Inch Screen
- Switching the Daytime Running Lamps On and Off - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
- Using the Front Fog Lamps
- Switching the Cargo Lamps On
- Switching the Spot Lamps On and Off
- Exterior Lamp Indicators
- Exterior Lamps On Audible Warning
- Exterior Lighting Videos
Headlamps – Troubleshooting
Autolamps
Exterior Lamps
Exterior Zone Lighting
Automatic High Beam Control - Excluding: Police
Automatic High Beam Control – Troubleshooting - Excluding: Police
Adaptive Front Lighting
Interior Lighting
- Switching All of the Interior Lamps On and Off
- Switching the Front Interior Lamps On and Off - Excluding: Police Responder
- Switching the Rear Interior Lamps On and Off
- Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness
Interior Lamp Function
Ambient Lighting
Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting
Windows
Interior Mirror
- Interior Mirror Precautions
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Exterior Mirrors
Moonroof
Instrument Cluster
- Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen
- Tachometer
- Speedometer
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
- Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
- What Are the Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps
- Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps
- What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators
- Instrument Cluster Indicators
Fuel Gauge
Instrument Cluster Display
Personalized Settings
Trip Computer
Remote Start
Climate Control - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control
- Identifying the Climate Control Unit
- Switching Climate Control On and Off
- Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
- Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
- Switching Defrost On and Off
- Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
- Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
- Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
- Setting the Blower Motor Speed
- Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
- Setting the Temperature
- Directing the Flow of Air
- Climate Control Hints
Interior Air Quality
Front Seats
- Front Seat Precautions
- Sitting in the Correct Position
Power Seats
Ventilated Seats
Rear Seats - Crew Cab/SuperCab
Rear Occupant Alert System
Memory Function
Garage Door Opener
USB Ports
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 120V Power Outlet
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 12V Power Outlet
Onboard Generator
- What Is the Onboard Generator
- Onboard Generator Precautions - Vehicles With: 2kW
- Locating the Outlets
- Onboard Generator Indicators
- Switching the Outlets On and Off
- What Is Utility Idle Mode - Vehicles With: Flip Key
- Switching Utility Idle Mode On and Off - Vehicles With: Flip Key
- What Is Generator Mode
- Switching Generator Mode On and Off
- Resetting Ground Fault Detection
Center Console Work Surface
Wireless Accessory Charger
Storage
Cup Holders
Glove Compartment
Glasses Holder
Starting and Stopping the Engine
- Starting and Stopping the Engine – Precautions
- Push Button Ignition Switch
- Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start
- Starting and Stopping the Engine – Warning Lamps
- Starting and Stopping the Engine – Information Messages
- Starting and Stopping the Engine – Frequently Asked Questions - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start
- Starting and Stopping the Engine – Frequently Asked Questions - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
Starting the Engine
Engine Block Heater
Stopping the Engine
Automatic Engine Stop - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting
Auto-Start-Stop
Fuel and Refueling
- Fuel and Refueling Precautions
- Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel
Running Out of Fuel
Refueling
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting
Catalytic Converter
- What Is the Catalytic Converter
- Catalytic Converter Precautions
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting
Automatic Transmission
- Automatic Transmission Precautions
- Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear - Excluding: Raptor/Police
- Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
- Using Progressive Range Selection
- Stowing the Selector Lever - Excluding: Raptor
Automatic Transmission Positions
Manually Shifting Gears
Temporary Neutral Mode
Automatic Return to Park (P)
Manual Park Release
Four-Wheel Drive
- How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Excluding: Raptor
- Four-Wheel Drive Precautions
- Four-Wheel Drive Limitations
- Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Excluding: Raptor
- Four-Wheel Drive Indicators
Four-Wheel Drive Modes
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting
Electronic Locking Differential
- What Is the Electronic Locking Differential
- How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work - Excluding: Raptor
- Electronic Locking Differential Precautions
- Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - 4x4, Excluding: Raptor
- Electronic Locking Differential Indicators
Electronic Locking Differential – Troubleshooting
Brakes
- Brake Precautions
- Brake Over Accelerator - Excluding: Raptor
- Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir
- Checking the Brake Fluid
- Brake Fluid Specification
Anti-Lock Braking System
Brakes – Troubleshooting
Electric Parking Brake
- What Is the Electric Parking Brake
- Applying the Electric Parking Brake
- Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency
- Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
- Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
- Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning
- Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of Charge
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting
Reverse Brake Assist
Cross Traffic Braking
Hill Start Assist
- What Is Hill Start Assist
- How Does Hill Start Assist Work
- Hill Start Assist Precautions
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting
Auto Hold
Traction Control
- What Is Traction Control
- How Does Traction Control Work
- Switching Traction Control On and Off
- Traction Control Indicator
Traction Control – Troubleshooting
Stability Control
Hill Descent Control
Steering
- Steering Videos
Electric Power Steering
Steering – Troubleshooting
Parking Aids
- Parking Aid Precautions
- Parking Aid Indicators
- Parking Aids Videos
Rear Parking Aid
Front Parking Aid
Parking Aids – Troubleshooting
Rear View Camera
360 Degree Camera
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control
- How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work
- Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions
- Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations
- Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
- Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation
- Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed
- Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
- Canceling the Set Speed
- Resuming the Set Speed
- Overriding the Set Speed
- Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
- Switching From Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control
Lane Centering
Predictive Speed Assist
Predictive Speed Assist – Troubleshooting
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting
BlueCruise
Drive Mode Control
- What Is Drive Mode Control
- How Does Drive Mode Control Work
- Selecting a Drive Mode - King Ranch/Lariat/Limited/Platinum/XL/XLT
- Deep Snow/Sand - LHD 4WD/4x4
- Deep Snow/Sand - LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles Without: Raptor High Performance Level
- Eco - LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles Without: Raptor High Performance Level
- Mud/Ruts - LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles Without: Raptor High Performance Level
- Normal - LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles Without: Raptor High Performance Level
- Off-Road
- Rock Crawl - LHD 4WD/4x4
- Slippery - King Ranch/Lariat/Limited/Platinum/Tremor/XL/XLT, LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles With: 2-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case/4HI-LOC Torque on Demand Transfer Case/2-Speed Torque On Demand
- Sport - King Ranch/Lariat/Limited/Platinum/Tremor/XL/XLT, LHD 4WD/4x4, Vehicles With: 2-Speed Torque On Demand Transfer Case/4HI-LOC Torque on Demand Transfer Case/2-Speed Torque On Demand
- Tow/Haul - LHD 4WD/4x4
Drive Modes
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting
Lane Keeping System
- What Is the Lane Keeping System
- How Does the Lane Keeping System Work
- Lane Keeping System Precautions
- Lane Keeping System Limitations
- Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off
- Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode
- Lane Keeping System Indicators
Alert Mode
Aid Mode
Alert and Aid Mode
Lane Keeping System – Troubleshooting
Blind Spot Information System
- What Is Blind Spot Information System
- How Does Blind Spot Information System Work
- Blind Spot Information System Precautions
- Blind Spot Information System Limitations
- Blind Spot Information System Requirements
- Switching Blind Spot Information System On and Off
- Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors
- Blind Spot Information System Indicators
Blind Spot Information System With Trailer Coverage
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting
Exit Warning
Cross Traffic Alert
Pre-Collision Assist
- What Is Pre-Collision Assist
- How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work
- Pre-Collision Assist Precautions
- Pre-Collision Assist Limitations
- Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off
- Locating the Pre-Collision Assist Sensors
Distance Indication
Automatic Emergency Braking
Evasive Steering Assist
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting
Speed Sign Recognition
- What Is Speed Sign Recognition
- How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work
- Speed Sign Recognition Precautions
- Speed Sign Recognition Limitations
- Speed Sign Recognition Indicators
- Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Warning
- Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Tolerance
Speed Sign Recognition – Troubleshooting
Driver Alert
Load Carrying
Pickup Bed
- Pickup Bed Precautions
Pickup Bed Anchor Points
Tailgate Anchor Points
Connecting a Trailer
- Connecting a Trailer Precautions
- Connecting a Trailer
- Trailer Lighting Check
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting
Towing a Trailer
- Towing a Trailer Precautions
- Trailer Brake Precautions
- Towing a Trailer Limitations
- Loading Your Trailer
- Trailer Towing Hints
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft
Towing Weights and Dimensions
Towing a Trailer – Troubleshooting
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
- What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
- Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Precautions
- Using the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
- Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller – Troubleshooting
Trailer Sway Control
Trailer Hitching Assistance
Trailer Backup Assistance
- What is Trailer Backup Assistance
- How Does Trailer Backup Assistance Work
- Trailer Backup Assistance Precautions
- Switching Trailer Backup Assistance On and Off
- Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller
- Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Views
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Conventional Trailer
Trailer Backup Assistance – Troubleshooting
Trailer Reverse Guidance
- What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance
- How Does Trailer Reverse Guidance Work
- Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions
- Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance On and Off
- Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views
- Trailer Reverse Guidance Videos
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for a Conventional Trailer
Trailer Reverse Guidance – Troubleshooting
Driving Hints
Snow Plowing - Vehicles Without: Snow Plow Mode
Crash and Breakdown Information
- Roadside Assistance
- Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off
- Post-Collision Braking
- Transporting the Vehicle
Jump Starting the Vehicle
Post-Crash Alert System
Automatic Crash Shutoff
Recovery Towing
Towing Your Vehicle
- Towing Your Vehicle Precautions
- Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x4
- Emergency Towing
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting
Fuses
- Fuse Precautions
- Identifying Fuse Types
Under Hood Fuse Box
Body Control Module Fuse Box
Fuses – Troubleshooting
Maintenance
- Maintenance Precautions
- Opening and Closing the Hood
- Under Hood Overview - 5.0L
- Checking the Coolant
- Changing the Fuel Filter
- Adjusting the Headlamps - Vehicles With: LED Headlamps
- Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
Engine Oil
Engine Air Filter
12V Battery
12V Battery – Troubleshooting
Exterior Bulbs
Interior Bulbs
Vehicle Care
- Cleaning Products
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage
- Waxing Your Vehicle
Cleaning the Exterior
Cleaning the Interior
Storing Your Vehicle
Wheel and Tire Information
Tire Care
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Changing a Road Wheel
Capacities and Specifications
- Engine Specifications - 5.0L
- Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L
- Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 5.0L
- Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 5.0L
- Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
- Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 5.0L
- Washer Fluid Specification
- Brake Fluid Specification
- Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification
- Front Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
- Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number
Connected Vehicle
- What Is a Connected Vehicle
- Connected Vehicle Requirements
- Connected Vehicle Limitations
- Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
- Connected Vehicle Settings
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot
- Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot – Troubleshooting
Audio System
- Audio System Precautions
- Identifying the Audio Unit
- Switching the Audio Unit On and Off
- Selecting the Audio Source
- Playing or Pausing the Audio Source
- Adjusting the Volume
- Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off
- Switching Repeat Mode On and Off
- Setting a Memory Preset
- Muting the Audio
- Adjusting the Sound Settings
- Setting the Clock and Date
- Switching the Display On and Off
Digital Radio
Satellite Radio
Audio System – Troubleshooting
Center Display
Voice Interaction
Alexa Built-In
Phone
Apps
Personal Profiles
Navigation
- Connected Navigation
- Accessing Navigation
- Navigation Map Updates
- Trailer Towing Navigation
Adjusting the Map
Live Traffic
Setting a Destination
Waypoints
Route Guidance
Vehicle Software Updates
Vehicle System Reset
Accessories
Ford Protect
Scheduled Maintenance
Customer Information
- Rollover Warning
- The Better Business Bureau Auto Line Program
- The Mediation and Arbitration Program
- Ordering a Canadian French Owner's Manual
- Reporting Safety Defects in the United States
- Reporting Safety Defects in Canada
- Perchlorate
- Replacement Parts Recommendation
- Mobile Communications Equipment
- End User License Agreement
- Emission Law
- Export Unique Options
- Warranty Information
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
Decommissioning the Vehicle - Police
Appendices
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