Ford F-150 2018 User Manual

Name: Ford F-150 2018
Brand: Ford
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October 2017

Second Printing

Owner’s Manual

F-150

Litho in U.S.A.

JL3J 19A321 AB

2018 F-150 Owner’s Manual

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2018 F-150 Owner’s Manual

Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
Introduction10
- About this Manual10
- Symbols Glossary10
- Data Recording12
- California Proposition 6514
- Perchlorate14
- Ford Credit14
- Replacement Parts Recommendation15
- Special Notices15
- Mobile Communications Equipment16
- Export Unique Options17
Environment18
- Protecting the Environment18
At a Glance19
- Instrument Panel Overview19
Child Safety21
- General Information21
- Installing Child Restraints22
- Booster Seats34
- Child Restraint Positioning36
- Child Safety Locks37
Seatbelts39
- Principle of Operation39
- Fastening the Seatbelts40
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment44
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime44
- Seatbelt Reminder45
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance47
- Seatbelt Extension47
Personal Safety System?49
- Personal Safety System49
Supplementary Restraints System50
- Principle of Operation50
- Driver and Passenger Airbags51
- Front Passenger Sensing System52
- Side Airbags54
- Safety Canopy55
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator56
- Airbag Disposal57
Keys and Remote Controls58
- General Information on Radio58
- Frequencies58
- Remote Control58
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control64
Mykey65
- Principle of Operation65
- Creating a Mykey66
- Clearing All Mykeys67
- Checking Mykey System Status67
- Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems68
- Mykey Troubleshooting68
Doors and Locks70
- Locking and Unlocking70
- Keyless Entry73
Tailgate75
- Tailgate Lock75
- Manual Tailgate75
- Electronic Tailgate75
- Removing the Tailgate76
- Tailgate Step77
- Bed Extender78
- Grocery Mode79
Security80
- Passive Anti-Theft System80
- Anti-Theft Alarm83
Power Running Boards84
- Using Power Running Boards84
Steering Wheel86
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel86
- Audio Control87
- Voice Control88
- Cruise Control88
- Information Display Control88
- Heated Steering Wheel88
Pedals89
- Adjusting the Pedals89
Wipers and Washers90
- Windshield Wipers90
- Autowipers90
- Windshield Washers91
Lighting92
- General Information92
- Lighting Control92
- Autolamps93
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer93
- Daytime Running Lamps94
- Automatic High Beam Control94
- Front Fog Lamps95
- Direction Indicators96
- Spot Lamps96
- Interior Lamps97
- Ambient Lighting98
Windows and Mirrors99
- Power Windows99
- Exterior Mirrors100
- Interior Mirror103
- Sliding Windows104
- Sun Visors104
- Moonroof104
Instrument Cluster106
- Gauges106
- Warning Lamps and Indicators109
- Audible Warnings and Indicators113
Information Displays115
- General Information115
- Information Display Controls122
- Information Messages126
Climate Control144
- Manual Climate Control144
- Automatic Climate Control146
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate147
- Heated Windshield150
- Heated Rear Window150
- Heated Exterior Mirrors150
- Cabin Air Filter150
- Remote Start151
Seats152
- Sitting in the Correct Position152
- Head Restraints152
- Manual Seats154
- Power Seats155
- Memory Function157
- Rear Seats159
- Heated Seats159
- Ventilated Seats160
- Front Seat Armrest161
- Rear Seat Armrest161
Universal Garage Door163
- Universal Garage Door Opener163
Auxiliary Power Points167
Storage Compartments169
- Center Console169
- Overhead Console170
Starting and Stopping the Engine171
- General Information171
- Ignition Switch171
- Keyless Starting171
- Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles Without: Push Button Start172
- Steering Wheel Lock - Vehicles With: Push Button Start172
- Starting a Gasoline Engine173
- Starting a Diesel Engine176
- Switching off the Engine180
- Engine Block Heater180
Unique Driving Characteristics182
- Auto-Start-Stop182
Fuel and Refueling185
- Safety Precautions185
- Fuel Quality - Diesel185
- Fuel Quality - E85188
- Fuel Quality - Gasoline189
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Regular Cab190
- Fuel Filler Funnel Location - Supercab/Supercrew190
- Running out of Fuel190
- Refueling191
- Fuel Consumption193
Engine Emission Control195
- Emission Law195
- Catalytic Converter196
- Selective Catalytic Reductant System198
- Diesel Particulate Filter202
Transmission208
- Automatic Transmission208
Four-Wheel Drive215
- Using Four-Wheel Drive215
Rear Axle223
- Electronic Locking Differential223
Brakes225
- General Information225
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes225
- Electric Parking Brake226
- Hill Start Assist228
- Switching the System on and off229
Traction Control230
- Principle of Operation230
- Using Traction Control230
Stability Control231
- Principle of Operation231
- Using Stability Control232
Hill Descent Control234
- Principle of Operation234
- Using Hill Descent Control234
Parking Aids235
- Principle of Operation235
- Rear Parking Aid235
- Active Park Assist236
- Rear View Camera240
- 360 Degree Camera243
- Side Camera245
Cruise Control246
- Principle of Operation246
- Using Cruise Control246
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control247
Driving Aids254
- Driver Alert254
- Lane Keeping System255
- Blind Spot Information System259
- Cross Traffic Alert263
- Steering265
- Pre-Collision Assist266
- Drive Control270
Load Carrying273
- Load Retaining Fixtures273
- Load Limit274
- Bed Access278
- Bed Ramps279
Towing282
- Towing a Trailer282
- Trailer Reversing Aids284
- Trailer Sway Control294
- Recommended Towing Weights294
- Essential Towing Checks306
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels313
Driving Hints316
- Breaking-In316
- Economical Driving316
- Off-Road Driving317
- Driving through Water318
- Floor Mats319
- Snowplowing319
Roadside Emergencies323
- Roadside Assistance323
- Hazard Flashers324
- Fuel Shutoff324
- Jump Starting the Vehicle325
- Post-Crash Alert System327
- Transporting the Vehicle327
- Towing Points328
Customer Assistance329
- Getting the Services You Need329
- In California (U.S. Only)330
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)331
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)332
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada332
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature333
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)334
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)334
Fuses336
- Fuse Specification Chart336
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel342
- Changing a Fuse344
Maintenance346
- General Information346
- Opening and Closing the Hood346
- Under Hood Overview - 2.7L Ecoboost347
- Under Hood Overview - 3.0L V6, Diesel348
- Under Hood Overview - 3.3L Duratec - V6349
- Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost350
- Under Hood Overview - 5.0L Modular - V8351
- Engine Oil Dipstick - Gasoline352
- Engine Oil Dipstick - Diesel352
- Engine Oil Check - Gasoline352
- Engine Oil Check - Diesel353
- Oil Change Indicator Reset354
- Engine Coolant Check355
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check359
- Transfer Case Fluid Check359
- Brake Fluid Check360
- Power Steering Fluid Check360
- Washer Fluid Check360
- Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap360
- Fuel Filter - Diesel361
- Fuel Filter - Gasoline361
- Changing the 12V Battery361
- Checking the Wiper Blades363
- Changing the Wiper Blades363
- Adjusting the Headlamps364
- Changing a Bulb365
- Bulb Specification Chart369
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - Gasoline371
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - Diesel371
Vehicle Care374
- General Information374
- Cleaning Products374
- Cleaning the Exterior374
- Waxing375
- Cleaning the Engine376
- Cleaning the Exhaust376
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades377
- Cleaning the Interior377
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens378
- Cleaning Leather Seats379
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage380
- Cleaning the Wheels380
- Vehicle Storage380
- Body Styling Kits382
Wheels and Tires383
- General Information383
- Tire Care385
- Using Snow Chains400
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System401
- Changing a Road Wheel406
- Technical Specifications414
Capacities and Specifications415
- Engine Specifications - 2.7L Ecoboost415
- Engine Specifications - 3.0L V6, Diesel415
- Engine Specifications - 3.3L Duratec - V6416
- Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost417
- Engine Specifications - 5.0L Modular - V8417
- Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L Ecoboost418
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L V6, Diesel419
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L Duratec - V6419
- Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost420
- Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L Modular - V8421
- Vehicle Identification Number421
- Vehicle Certification Label422
- Transmission Code Designation423
- Capacities and Specifications - 2.7L Ecoboost424
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L V6, Diesel428
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L Duratec - V6433
- Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost437
- Capacities and Specifications - 5.0L Modular - V8442
Audio System447
- General Information447
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD448
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/Sync Without Touchscreen453
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Touchscreen Display454
- Digital Radio456
- Satellite Radio458
- USB Port461
Sync462
- General Information462
- Using Voice Recognition463
- Using SYNC with Your Phone465
- SYNC Applications and Services466
- Using SYNC with Your Media Player470
- SYNC Troubleshooting471
- Sync471
Sync™ 3479
- General Information479
- Home Screen490
- Using Voice Recognition491
- Entertainment498
- Climate508
- Phone510
- Navigation516
- Apps524
- Settings527
- SYNC 3 Troubleshooting542
Accessories555
Ford Protect558
Scheduled Maintenance560
- General Maintenance Information560
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance563
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance566
- Scheduled Maintenance Record573
Appendices584
- Electromagnetic Compatibility584
- End User License Agreement586
- Type Approvals612

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Brand	Ford
Model	F-150 2018
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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