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Ford 2004 F150 User Manual

Ford 2004 F150
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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 18
AM/FM stereo 18
AM/FM stereo with CD 20
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 23
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 26
Climate Controls 32
Heater 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
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2004 F150 (f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
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Ford 2004 F150 Specifications

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BrandFord
Model2004 F150
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Explanation of warning lights and chimes found in the instrument cluster.

Brake system warning light

Information on the brake system warning light and its function.

Anti-lock brake system

Information on the ABS light and what to do if it stays illuminated.

Air bag readiness

Explanation of the air bag readiness light and its malfunction indicators.

Lights

BULBS

Specifications and trade numbers for replacement exterior bulbs.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

Step-by-step instructions for replacing headlamp bulbs.

Driver Controls

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation of power windows and safety warnings.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation and setting of the speed control system.

Setting speed control

Step-by-step guide to setting the speed control.

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

Controls for audio and climate features on the steering wheel.

HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

System for replacing hand-held transmitters with a built-in device.

Programming

Instructions for programming HomeLink buttons.

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Displays important vehicle information and system warnings.

Compass zone/calibration adjustment

Procedure to adjust compass zone and calibrate the compass.

System warnings

Alerts for potential problems or malfunctions in operating systems.

Locks and Security

Unlocking the doors

Procedure to unlock driver's door and all doors.

Locking the doors

Procedure to lock all doors and confirm lock status.

Memory feature (if equipped)

Remote entry system controls for memory seat and pedals.

Activating the memory feature

Steps to program memory seat and pedal positions.

Programming remote transmitters

Procedure to program up to six remote transmitters.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Functions of the keyless entry keypad.

Programming a personal entry code

Steps to create a personal entry code for the keypad.

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry keypad

How to unlock/lock doors using the keyless entry keypad.

SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Engine immobilization system to prevent starting without coded key.

Programming spare keys

Procedure to program up to eight coded keys.

Seating and Safety Restraints

Memory seats/adjustable pedals (if equipped)

System for automatic positioning of driver seat and pedals.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Overview of the Personal Safety System and its components.

Personal Safety System

Description of system designed to protect occupants in frontal crashes.

Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints

Capabilities of dual-stage air bags and their energy levels.

Front crash severity sensor

Sensor that detects impact severity to modify air bag deployment.

Driver’s seat position sensor

Tailors driver air bag deployment based on seat position.

Front passenger sensing system

System that turns off passenger air bag for child seats or empty seats.

Important SRS precautions

Crucial safety advice regarding air bags and children.

Front safety belt usage sensors

Sensors that detect if safety belts are fastened.

Front safety belt pretensioners

Designed to tighten safety belts firmly during a collision.

Passenger Airbag on/off switch (if equipped)

Allows deactivation of passenger side airbag.

Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational

How to check if the Personal Safety System is working.

Safety restraints precautions

General safety advice for using safety restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts

Instructions for fastening lap and shoulder belts.

Safety belt pretensioner

Vehicles equipped with safety belt buckle pretensioners.

Safety belt usage sensors

Sensors that detect if safety belts are fastened.

Driving

Positions of the ignition

Explanation of OFF/LOCK, ACCESSORY, ON, and START positions.

Guarding against exhaust fumes

Precautions to avoid the dangerous effects of carbon monoxide.

Starting the engine

Procedure for starting the engine.

BRAKES

Information on normal brake noise and system warnings.

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Explanation of the ABS system and normal characteristics.

Using ABS

How to use ABS during hard braking.

ABS warning lamp

Meaning of the ABS warning lamp.

Parking brake

How to set and release the parking brake.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION

Information on automatic transmission operation.

Brake-shift interlock - column-shift transmission

Prevents gearshift from moving out of Park without brake depressed.

Brake-shift interlock - floor-shift transmission

Prevents gearshift from moving out of Park unless brake is depressed.

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic transmission

Explanation of gearshift positions and cold weather operation.

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Warns driver of obstacles near rear bumper.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)

Information on safe operation of 4WD vehicles.

Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped)

Operation of 2H, 4H, 4L, and N modes.

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement

How to safely return to pavement after going off-road.

Emergency maneuvers

Advice on emergency maneuvers and driving.

Tires, Replacement Requirements

Requirements for replacing tires and wheels.

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER

Guide to proper loading of vehicle and trailer.

Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow

How to calculate vehicle load and towing capacity.

TRAILER TOWING

Information on towing capacity and trailer classes.

Preparing to tow

Using proper equipment and ensuring proper attachment for towing.

Driving while you tow

Specific advice for driving with a trailer attached.

RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND)

Guidelines for towing vehicle with all four wheels on the ground.

SNOWPLOWING

Recommendations for F-150 used for snow removal.

Installing the snowplow

Weight limits and guidelines for snowplow installation.

Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached

Recommendations for operating vehicle with snowplow attached.

Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle

Safety advice for plowing with air bag equipped vehicles.

Transmission operation while plowing

Transmission and transfer case operation during plowing.

Engine temperature while plowing

Managing engine temperature when plowing.

Roadside Emergencies

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Ford's complimentary roadside assistance program details.

Roadside assistance will cover:

List of services covered by roadside assistance.

USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

How to use roadside assistance identification card and contact numbers.

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH

Device that stops fuel pump after a substantial jolt.

FUSES AND RELAYS

Information on fuses, their ratings, and locations.

Fuses

How to identify and replace blown fuses.

Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box

Location and access to the passenger compartment fuse panel.

The fuses are coded as follows.

Coding of fuses and their panel descriptions.

CHANGING THE TIRES

Procedure for changing a flat tire.

Tire change procedure

Procedure to help prevent vehicle movement during tire change.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety precautions and procedure for jump-starting a vehicle.

Connecting the jumper cables

Step-by-step instructions for connecting jumper cables.

Removing the jumper cables

Procedure for removing jumper cables in reverse order.

Customer Assistance

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA and Ford.

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety precautions to follow when servicing the vehicle.

ENGINE OIL

Information on checking and adding engine oil.

Checking the engine oil

Procedure for checking the engine oil level.

Adding engine oil

Instructions for adding engine oil.

Engine oil and filter recommendations

Recommendations for engine oil and filter types.

ENGINE COOLANT

Checking and maintaining engine coolant levels and concentration.

Checking engine coolant

Procedure for checking engine coolant.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Important safety precautions when handling automotive fuels.

Choosing the right fuel

Recommendations for fuel type and octane rating.

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY

Measuring techniques and driving style for better fuel economy.

Calculating fuel economy

Methods for calculating fuel economy.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

Ensuring proper function of emission control components.

On board diagnostics (OBD-II)

Monitors engine's emission control system.

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID

Procedure for checking and adding power steering fluid.

TRANSMISSION FLUID

Checking and adding automatic transmission fluid.

Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)

Procedure for checking transmission fluid level.

Changing the air filter element

Instructions for changing air filter element for 4.6L and 5.4L engines.

Tire wear

Inspecting tire tread for wear and damage.

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