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2023 FORD F-150 Owner's Manual

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Table of Contents5
About Us - Raptor25
Svt25
Team RS25
Ford Performance25
Contacting Us26
Introduction about this Publication28
Using this Publication29
Symbols Glossary30
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle30
Data Privacy33
Service Data34
Event Data34
Settings Data35
Connected Vehicle Data - Excluding: Police Responder35
Mobile Device Data36
Emergency Call System Data36
At a Glance - Raptor37
Unique Features - 5.2L37
Unique Features - 3.5L Ecoboost37
Visual Search39
Police Responder39
Steering Wheel - Raptor40
Steering Wheel - Police Responder41
Instrument Panel - Excluding: Raptor/Police Responder42
Instrument Panel - Raptor43
Instrument Panel - Police Responder44
Vehicle Interior - Excluding: Raptor/Police Responder45
Vehicle Interior - Raptor46
Vehicle Interior - Police Responder47
Front Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/Police Responder48
Front Exterior - Raptor49
Front Exterior - Police Responder50
Rear Exterior - Excluding: Raptor/Police Responder51
Rear Exterior - Raptor52
Rear Exterior - Police Responder53
Child Safety54
Child Safety Precautions54
Child Restraint Anchor Points55
Child Restraints57
Installing Child Restraints58
Booster Seats65
Child Safety Locks67
Seatbelts68
Seatbelt Precautions68
Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts69
Sensitive Locking Mode70
Automatic Locking Mode70
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy71
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height71
Adjusting the Seatbelt Length72
Seatbelt Reminder72
Checking the Seatbelts74
Seatbelt Extensions75
Personal Safety System76
What Is the Personal Safety System76
How Does the Personal Safety System Work76
Personal Safety System Components76
Airbags77
How Do the Front Airbags Work77
How Do the Side Airbags Work77
How Do the Knee Airbags Work78
How Does the Safety Canopy Work78
Airbag Precautions79
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats80
Children and Airbags80
Front Passenger Sensing System81
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator84
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator - Police Responder85
Disposing of Airbags90
Pedestrian Alert System - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)91
What Is the Pedestrian Alert System91
911 Assist92
What Is 911 Assist92
How Does 911 Assist Work92
Emergency Call Requirements92
Emergency Call Limitations93
Keys and Remote Controls94
Remote Control Limitations94
Using the Remote Control - Police Responder94
Using the Remote Control95
Opening and Closing the Flip Key95
Removing the Key Blade96
Sounding the Panic Alarm96
Locating Your Vehicle96
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Police Responder96
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Push Button Start97
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key99
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control100
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Push Button Start100
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Flip Key101
Keys and Remote Controls - Troubleshooting102
Mykey - Vehicles With: Mykey103
What Is Mykey103
Mykey Settings103
Creating a Mykey104
Programming a Mykey105
Clearing All Mykeys105
Checking Mykey System Status105
Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems105
Mykey - Troubleshooting106
Doors and Locks108
Operating the Doors from Outside Your Vehicle108
Operating the Doors from Inside Your Vehicle108
Autounlock109
Autolock109
Mislock109
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings109
Doors and Locks - Troubleshooting110
Keyless Entry112
What Is Keyless Entry112
Keyless Entry Limitations112
Keyless Entry Settings112
Using Keyless Entry112
Keyless Entry - Troubleshooting113
Keyless Entry Keypad114
What Is the Keyless Entry Keypad114
Keyless Entry Keypad Limitations114
Locating the Keyless Entry Keypad114
Keyless Entry Keypad Master Access Code114
Keyless Entry Keypad Personal Access Codes114
Using the Keyless Entry Keypad115
Keyless Entry Keypad - Troubleshooting115
Easy Entry and Exit116
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work116
Switching Easy Entry and Exit on and off116
Tailgate - Vehicles With: Manual Tailgate117
Tailgate Precautions117
Opening the Tailgate117
Locking and Unlocking the Tailgate117
Removing and Installing the Tailgate117
Tailgate Step118
Bed Extender119
Tailgate Work Surface121
Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate123
Tailgate Precautions123
Opening the Tailgate123
Closing the Tailgate123
Removing and Installing the Tailgate124
Tailgate Step125
Bed Extender126
Tailgate Work Surface128
Tailgate - Troubleshooting129
Tailgate - Vehicles With: Remote Release Tailgate131
Tailgate Precautions131
Opening the Tailgate131
Removing and Installing the Tailgate131
Tailgate Step132
Bed Extender133
Tailgate Work Surface135
Tailgate - Troubleshooting136
Security138
Passive Anti-Theft System138
Anti-Theft Alarm System138
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings139
Security - Troubleshooting140
Power Running Boards142
Power Running Board Precautions142
Power Running Board Settings142
Power Running Board Kick Switch143
Power Running Boards - Troubleshooting143
Steering Wheel144
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column144
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column144
Resetting the Stopping Position - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column145
Horn145
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel on and off - Vehicles With: Heated Steering Wheel145
Adjustable Pedals146
Adjusting the Pedals146
Wipers and Washers147
Wipers147
Autowipers147
Checking the Wiper Blades148
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades148
Washers149
Wipers and Washers - Troubleshooting149
Exterior Lighting151
Exterior Lighting Control - Excluding151
Police Responder151
Exterior Lighting Control - Police Responder151
Headlamps151
Headlamps - Troubleshooting152
Autolamps152
Exterior Lamps152
Exterior Zone Lighting155
Automatic High Beam Control156
Automatic High Beam Control - Troubleshooting158
Glare Free Lighting159
Glare Free Lighting - Troubleshooting161
Adaptive Front Lighting161
Interior Lighting163
Switching All of the Interior Lamps on163
And off163
Switching the Front Interior Lamps on and off - Excluding: Police Responder163
Switching the Front Interior Lamps on and off - Police Responder163
Switching the Rear Interior Lamps on and off164
Interior Lamp Function164
Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness164
Ambient Lighting164
Interior Lighting - Troubleshooting164
Windows165
Opening and Closing the Windows165
Global Opening165
Window Bounce-Back166
Locking the Rear Window Controls166
Opening and Closing the Sliding Windows166
Interior Mirror167
Interior Mirror Precautions167
Manually Dimming the Interior Mirror167
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror167
Exterior Mirrors168
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors168
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Manual Folding Mirrors168
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Power Folding Mirrors168
Extending the Exterior Mirrors169
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror169
Moonroof170
Opening and Closing the Sunshade170
Opening and Closing the Moonroof170
Venting the Moonroof171
Moonroof Bounce-Back171
Instrument Cluster172
Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles172
With: 4.2 Inch Screen172
Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Screen173
Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen174
Tachometer174
Speedometer174
Fuel Gauge174
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge175
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge175
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge175
Turbo Boost Gauge175
What Are the Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps175
Instrument Cluster Warning Lamps175
What Are the Instrument Cluster Indicators177
Instrument Cluster Indicators177
Instrument Cluster Display177
Controls178
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen179
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Raptor180
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen180
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Screen180
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display181
EV Coach - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)181
Brake Coach - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)182
Trip Summary182
Personalized Settings183
Changing the Language183
Changing the Measurement Unit183
Changing the Temperature Unit183
Changing the Tire Pressure Unit183
Trip Computer184
Accessing the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen184
Accessing the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Screen/12 Inch Screen184
Resetting the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen184
Resetting the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 8 Inch Screen/12 Inch Screen184
Remote Start185
What Is Remote Start185
Remote Start Precautions185
Remote Start Limitations185
Enabling Remote Start185
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle185
Extending the Remote Start Duration186
Remote Start Remote Control Indicators186
Remote Start Settings186
Climate Control - Vehicles With: Automatic Temperature Control188
Identifying the Climate Control Unit188
Switching Climate Control on and off188
Switching Recirculated Air on and off188
Switching Air Conditioning on and off188
Switching Defrost on and off188
Switching Maximum Defrost on and off188
Switching Maximum Cooling on and off189
Switching the Heated Wiper Park on and off189
Switching the Heated Rear Window on and off189
Setting the Blower Motor Speed189
Switching the Heated Mirrors on and off189
Setting the Temperature189
Directing the Flow of Air190
Auto Mode190
Climate Control Hints191
Climate Control - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature Control193
Identifying the Climate Control Unit193
Switching Climate Control on and off193
Switching Recirculated Air on and off193
Switching Air Conditioning on and off193
Switching Defrost on and off193
Switching Maximum Defrost on and off193
Switching Maximum Cooling on and off194
Switching the Heated Rear Window on and off194
Setting the Blower Motor Speed194
Switching the Heated Mirrors on and off194
Setting the Temperature194
Directing the Flow of Air194
Climate Control Hints195
Interior Air Quality196
What Is the Cabin Air Filter196
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter196
Front Seats197
Front Seat Precautions197
Sitting in the Correct Position197
Manual Seats198
Power Seats200
Massage Seats203
Heated Seats204
Ventilated Seats204
Rear Seats - Crew Cab/Supercab206
Manual Seats206
Heated Seats207
Rear Occupant Alert System209
What Is the Rear Occupant Alert System209
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work209
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions209
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations209
Switching Rear Occupant Alert System on and off209
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators210
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings210
Memory Function211
What Is the Memory Function211
Memory Function Precautions211
Locating the Memory Function Buttons211
Saving a Preset Position211
Recalling a Preset Position211
Garage Door Opener212
Garage Door Opener Introduction212
Garage Door Opener Precautions and Frequencies212
Programming the Garage Door Opener213
Garage Door Opener Additional Assistance215
USB Ports216
Locating the USB Ports - Excluding: Raptor216
Locating the USB Ports - Raptor216
Playing Media Using the USB Port217
Charging a Device217
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 120V Power Outlet218
What Is the Power Outlet218
Power Outlet Precautions218
Power Outlet Limitations218
Locating the Power Outlets218
Power Outlet Indicators219
Power Outlet - Vehicles With: 12V Power Outlet220
What Is the Power Outlet220
Power Outlet Precautions220
Locating the Power Outlets220
Onboard Generator221
What Is the Onboard Generator221
Onboard Generator Precautions - Vehicles With: 2Kw221
Onboard Generator Precautions - Vehicles With: 2.4Kw/7.2Kw222
Locating the Outlets223
Onboard Generator Indicators223
Switching the Outlets on and off224
What Is Utility Idle Mode - Vehicles With: Flip Key225
Switching Utility Idle Mode on and off - Vehicles With: Flip Key225
What Is Generator Mode225
Switching Generator Mode on and off225
Resetting Ground Fault Detection225
Resetting the Circuit Breaker - Vehicles With: 7.2Kw226
Onboard Generator - Troubleshooting227
Center Console Work Surface229
Using the Center Console Work Surface - Vehicles With: Column Shift229
Using the Center Console Work Surface - Vehicles With: Console Shift230
Center Console Work Surface - Troubleshooting231
Wireless Accessory Charger232
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger232
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions232
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger232
Charging a Wireless Device232
Cup Holders233
Glove Compartment233
Under Seat Storage234
Glasses Holder236
Starting and Stopping the Engine237
Starting and Stopping the Engine - Precautions237
Ignition Switch237
Push Button Ignition Switch238
Starting the Engine238
Engine Block Heater240
Stopping the Engine241
Police Engine Idle - Vehicles With: Police Pack242
Automatic Engine Stop - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start243
Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start244
Starting and Stopping the Engine - Troubleshooting244
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)248
What Is a Hybrid Electric Vehicle248
How Does a Hybrid Electric Vehicle Work248
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Driving Characteristics248
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Indicators248
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information - Troubleshooting249
Power Flow249
Eco Idle250
Eco Idle - Troubleshooting251
Auto-Start-Stop252
What Is Auto-Start-Stop252
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions252
Switching Auto-Start-Stop on and off252
Stopping the Engine252
Restarting the Engine252
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators252
Auto-Start-Stop - Troubleshooting253
Fuel and Refueling255
Fuel and Refueling Precautions255
Fuel Quality256
Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel258
Running out of Fuel258
Refueling259
Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)263
Fuel Tank Capacity - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)263
Fuel and Refueling - Troubleshooting264
Catalytic Converter266
What Is the Catalytic Converter266
Catalytic Converter Precautions266
Catalytic Converter - Troubleshooting266
High Voltage Battery - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)267
What Is the High Voltage Battery267
High Voltage Battery Precautions267
Automatic Transmission268
Automatic Transmission Precautions268
Automatic Transmission Positions268
Shifting Your Vehicle into Gear269
Shifting Your Vehicle into Gear - Raptor269
Shifting Your Vehicle into Gear - Police Responder270
Manually Shifting Gears270
Temporary Neutral Mode272
Using Progressive Range Selection273
Automatic Return to Park (P)273
Stowing the Selector Lever - Excluding: Raptor274
Stowing the Selector Lever - Raptor274
Manual Park Release275
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings277
Four-Wheel Drive278
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Excluding: Raptor278
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Raptor278
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions279
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations279
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Excluding: Raptor280
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Raptor281
Four-Wheel Drive Modes282
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators283
Four-Wheel Drive - Troubleshooting284
Electronic Locking Differential288
What Is the Electronic Locking Differential288
How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work - Excluding: Raptor288
How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work - Raptor288
Electronic Locking Differential Precautions289
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential on and off - 4X4, Excluding: Raptor289
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential on and off - Raptor291
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential on and off - 4X2292
Electronic Locking Differential Indicators293
Electronic Locking Differential - Troubleshooting294
Brake Precautions295
Anti-Lock Braking System295
Brake over Accelerator - Excluding: Raptor295
Brake over Accelerator - Raptor295
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir295
Checking the Brake Fluid295
Brake Fluid Specification296
Brakes - Troubleshooting296
Electric Parking Brake298
What Is the Electric Parking Brake298
Applying the Electric Parking Brake298
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency298
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake298
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake299
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning299
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run out of Charge299
Electric Parking Brake - Troubleshooting299
Reverse Braking Assist301
What Is Reverse Braking Assist301
How Does Reverse Braking Assist Work301
Reverse Braking Assist Precautions301
Switching Reverse Braking Assist on and off302
Overriding Reverse Braking Assist302
Reverse Braking Assist Indicators302
Reverse Braking Assist - Troubleshooting303
Cross Traffic Braking305
What Is Cross Traffic Braking305
How Does Cross Traffic Braking Work305
Cross Traffic Braking Precautions305
Switching Cross Traffic Braking on and off306
Overriding Cross Traffic Braking306
Cross Traffic Braking Indicators306
Cross Traffic Braking - Troubleshooting306
Hill Start Assist308
What Is Hill Start Assist308
How Does Hill Start Assist Work308
Hill Start Assist Precautions308
Hill Start Assist - Troubleshooting308
Auto Hold309
How Does Auto Hold Work309
Switching Auto Hold on and off309
Using Auto Hold309
Auto Hold Indicators309
Traction Control311
What Is Traction Control311
How Does Traction Control Work311
Switching Traction Control on and off311
Traction Control Indicator311
Traction Control - Troubleshooting312
Stability Control313
How Does Stability Control Work313
Switching Stability Control on and off314
Stability Control Indicator315
Trail Control - Raptor/Tremor316
What Is Trail Control316
Trail Control Limitations316
Switching Trail Control on and off316
Setting the Trail Control Speed316
Canceling the Set Speed316
Trail Control Indicators317
Trail One Pedal Drive317
Trail One Pedal Drive - Troubleshooting318
Trail Control - Troubleshooting319
Trail Turn Assist320
What Is Trail Turn Assist320
Trail Turn Assist Precautions320
Trail Turn Assist Limitations320
Switching Trail Turn Assist on and off320
Trail Turn Assist Indicators320
Trail Turn Assist - Troubleshooting321
Hill Descent Control322
What Is Hill Descent Control322
How Does Hill Descent Control Work322
Hill Descent Control Precautions322
Switching Hill Descent Control on and off322
Setting the Hill Descent Speed322
Hill Descent Control Indicator322
Hill Descent Control - Troubleshooting323
Electric Power Steering324
Steering - Troubleshooting325
Parking Aids327
Parking Aid Precautions327
Switching Parking Aid on and off - Vehicles Without: Active Park Assist327
Switching Parking Aid on and off - Vehicles With: Active Park Assist328
Rear Parking Aid328
Front Parking Aid329
Side Parking Aid330
Parking Aid Indicators331
Parking Aids - Troubleshooting331
Rear View Camera333
What Is the Rear View Camera333
Rear View Camera Precautions333
Locating the Rear View Camera333
Rear View Camera Guide Lines334
Rear View Camera Settings334
360 Degree Camera336
What Is the 360 Degree Camera336
How Does the 360 Degree Camera Work336
Degree Camera Precautions336
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras - Excluding: Raptor/Tremor336
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras - Raptor/Tremor337
Degree Camera Guide Lines337
Degree Camera Settings338
Active Park Assist340
What Is Active Park Assist340
How Does Active Park Assist Work340
Active Park Assist Precautions340
Switching Active Park Assist on and off340
Entering a Parallel Parking Space340
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space341
Exiting a Parking Space341
Active Park Assist - Troubleshooting342
Cruise Control344
What Is Cruise Control344
Switching Cruise Control on and off344
Setting the Cruise Control Speed344
Canceling the Set Speed345
Resuming the Set Speed345
Cruise Control Indicators345
Adaptive Cruise Control346
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control with346
Stop and Go Work346
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions346
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations347
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control on and off348
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation349
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed349
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap350
Canceling the Set Speed351
Resuming the Set Speed351
Overriding the Set Speed352
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators352
Switching from Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control352
Lane Centering353
Predictive Speed Assist355
Predictive Speed Assist - Troubleshooting357
Adaptive Cruise Control - Troubleshooting358
What Is Bluecruise360
How Does Bluecruise Work360
Bluecruise Precautions360
Bluecruise Requirements361
Bluecruise Limitations361
Bluecruise Settings362
Switching Bluecruise on and off362
Bluecruise Alerts363
Bluecruise Automatic Cancellation363
Bluecruise Indicators363
Bluecruise - Troubleshooting364
Drive Mode Control366
What Is Drive Mode Control366
How Does Drive Mode Control Work366
How Does Drive Mode Control Work - Raptor366
Selecting a Drive Mode - King Ranch/Lariat/Limited/Platinum/Xl/Xlt367
Selecting a Drive Mode - Raptor368
Drive Modes369
Drive Mode Control - Troubleshooting377
Lane Keeping System379
What Is the Lane Keeping System379
How Does the Lane Keeping System Work379
Lane Keeping System Precautions379
Lane Keeping System Limitations379
Switching the Lane Keeping System on and off380
Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode380
Alert Mode380
Aid Mode381
Alert and Aid Mode381
Lane Keeping System Indicators382
Lane Keeping System - Troubleshooting383
Blind Spot Information System Precautions386
What Is Blind Spot Information System386
How Does Blind Spot Information System Work386
Blind Spot Information System Limitations386
Blind Spot Information System Requirements386
Switching Blind Spot Information System on and off387
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors387
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Coverage387
Blind Spot Information System Indicators389
Blind Spot Information System - Troubleshooting390
Cross Traffic Alert391
What Is Cross Traffic Alert391
How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work391
Cross Traffic Alert Precautions391
Cross Traffic Alert Limitations391
Switching Cross Traffic Alert on and off392
Locating the Cross Traffic Alert Sensors392
Cross Traffic Alert Indicators392
Cross Traffic Alert - Troubleshooting393
Pre-Collision Assist394
What Is Pre-Collision Assist394
How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work394
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions394
Pre-Collision Assist Limitations395
Switching Pre-Collision Assist on and off - Police Responder396
Switching Pre-Collision Assist on and off396
Locating the Pre-Collision Assist Sensors397
Distance Indication397
Distance Alert399
Automatic Emergency Braking400
Evasive Steering Assist400
Pre-Collision Assist - Troubleshooting401
Driver Alert403
What Is Driver Alert403
How Does Driver Alert Work403
Driver Alert Precautions403
Driver Alert Limitations403
Switching Driver Alert on and off403
Driver Alert - Troubleshooting404
Speed Sign Recognition405
What Is Speed Sign Recognition405
How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work405
Speed Sign Recognition Precautions405
Speed Sign Recognition Limitations405
Speed Sign Recognition Indicators406
Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Warning406
Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Tolerance406
Speed Sign Recognition - Troubleshooting406
Load Carrying408
Load Carrying Precautions408
Using a Slide-In Camper409
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels409
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating409
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating409
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating410
Calculating Payload410
Calculating the Load Limit411
Pickup Bed413
Pickup Bed Precautions413
Pickup Bed Anchor Points413
Tailgate Anchor Points414
Pickup Bed Ramps415
Connecting a Trailer Precautions418
Hitches418
Trailer Lighting Check420
Connecting a Trailer - Troubleshooting421
Towing a Trailer422
Towing a Trailer Precautions422
Trailer Brake Precautions422
Towing a Trailer Limitations423
Loading Your Trailer423
Trailer Towing Hints423
Launching or Retrievinga Boat or Personal Watercraft424
Towing Weights and Dimensions425
Towing a Trailer - Troubleshooting427
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Precautions429
What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller429
Using the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller429
Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode431
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller - Troubleshooting432
Trailer Sway Control434
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work434
Trailer Sway Control Precautions434
Switching Trailer Sway Control on and off434
Trailer Hitching Assistance435
What Is Trailer Hitching Assistance435
How Does Trailer Hitching Assistance Work435
Trailer Hitching Assistance Precautions435
Trailer Hitching Assistance Limitations436
Switching Trailer Hitching Assistance on and off436
Using Trailer Hitching Assistance436
Trailer Hitching Assistance Indicators437
Smart Hitch439
What Is Smart Hitch439
How Does Smart Hitch Work439
Smart Hitch Limitations439
Using Smart Hitch439
Onboard Scales441
What Is Onboard Scales441
How Does Onboard Scales Work441
Onboard Scales Limitations441
Using Onboard Scales441
Trailer Backup Assistance443
What Is Trailer Backup Assistance443
How Does Trailer Backup Assistance Work443
Trailer Backup Assistance Precautions443
Setting up the Trailer Backup Assistance for Aconventional Trailer443
Switching Trailer Backup Assistance on and off447
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller448
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Views448
Trailer Backup Assistance - Troubleshooting451
Trailer Reverse Guidance458
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance458
How Does Trailer Reverse Guidance Work458
Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions458
Setting up Trailer Reverse Guidance for Aconventional Trailer458
Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance on and off462
Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views462
Trailer Reverse Guidance - Troubleshooting464
Driving Hints470
Off-Road Driving470
Cold Weather Precautions476
Driving on Snow and Ice477
Breaking-In477
Driving Economically477
Floor Mats477
Snow Plowing - Vehicles Without: Snow Plow Mode479
Snow Plowing Precautions479
Snow Plowing - Vehicles With: Snow Plow Mode480
Snow Plowing Precautions480
Operating Your Vehicle with a Snowplow480
Snowplow Mode481
Crash and Breakdown Information482
Roadside Assistance482
High Voltage Battery Vehicle Precautions - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)483
Switching the Hazard Flashers on and off484
Jump Starting the Vehicle484
Post-Crash Alert System486
Automatic Crash Shutoff486
Recovery Towing487
Transporting the Vehicle488
Towing Your Vehicle489
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions489
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4X4489
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4X2491
Emergency Towing491
Towing Your Vehicle - Troubleshooting491
Fuse Precautions492
Under Hood Fuse Box492
Body Control Module Fuse Box498
Identifying Fuse Types501
Fuses - Troubleshooting501
Maintenance Precautions502
Opening and Closing the Hood502
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L Ecoboost503
Under Hood Overview - 3.3L504
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost505
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)506
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L507
Under Hood Overview - 5.2L, Raptor508
Engine Oil509
Checking the Coolant510
Engine Air Filter514
Changing the Fuel Filter515
Changing the 12V Battery516
Adjusting the Headlamps - Vehicles With: LED Headlamps518
Adjusting the Headlamps - Vehicles With: Halogen Headlamps519
Exterior Bulbs521
Interior Bulbs530
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L Ecoboost , Vehicles With: Dual Generators530
Drive Belt Routing - 2.7L Ecoboost , Vehicles With: Single Generator530
Drive Belt Routing - 3.3L530
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost , Vehicles With: Dual Generators531
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L Ecoboost , Vehicles With: Single Generator531
Drive Belt Routing - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)531
Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Dual Generators531
Drive Belt Routing - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Single Generator532
Drive Belt Routing - 5.2L532
Vehicle Care533
Cleaning Products533
Cleaning the Exterior534
Cleaning the Interior536
Repairing Minor Paint Damage538
Waxing Your Vehicle538
Storing Your Vehicle539
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage539
Removing Your Vehicle from Storage540
Wheel and Tire Information541
Locating the Tire Label541
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades541
Information on the Tire Sidewall542
Glossary of Tire Terminology547
Tire Replacement Requirements548
Using Snow Chains550
Using Bead-Lock Wheels - Raptor551
Tire Care554
Checking the Tire Pressures554
Inflating the Tires554
Inspecting the Tire for Wear555
Inspecting the Tire for Damage555
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems556
Tire Rotation556
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Overview558
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System558
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions559
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limitations559
Viewing the Tire Pressures560
Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring System560
Tire Pressure Monitoring System - Troubleshooting563
Changing a Road Wheel565
Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding: Raptor565
Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor572
Wheel Nuts580
Capacities and Specifications582
Engine Specifications - 5.2L582
Engine Specifications - 2.7L Ecoboost583
Engine Specifications - 3.3L584
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost585
Engine Specifications - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)586
Engine Specifications - 5.0L587
Motorcraft Parts - 5.2L588
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L Ecoboost589
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L590
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost591
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)592
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L593
Motorcraft Parts - Raptor594
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 5.2L595
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.7L Ecoboost596
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.3L598
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.5L Ecoboost600
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)602
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 5.0L604
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 5.2L606
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 2.7L Ecoboost607
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 3.3L607
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 3.5L Ecoboost , Vehicles Without: Police Pack608
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)609
Cooling System Capacity and Specification - 5.0L609
Raptor610
Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)611
Fuel Tank Capacity - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)612
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 5.2L613
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 2.7L Ecoboost614
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 3.3L615
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 3.5L Ecoboost616
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)617
Air Conditioning System Capacity and Specification - 5.0L618
Washer Fluid Specification618
Brake Fluid Specification619
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification620
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification - Raptor620
Front Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification621
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification622
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification - Raptor622
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification - Police Responder623
Vehicle Identification624
Vehicle Identification Number624
Connected Vehicle625
What Is a Connected Vehicle625
Connected Vehicle Requirements625
Connected Vehicle Limitations625
Connecting the Vehicle Toa Mobile Network625
Connecting the Vehicle Toa Wi-Fi Network625
Connected Vehicle - Troubleshooting626
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot628
Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot628
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password628
Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot - Troubleshooting629
Audio System630
Audio System Precautions630
Identifying the Audio Unit630
Switching the Audio Unit on and off630
Selecting the Audio Source630
Playing or Pausing the Audio Source630
Adjusting the Volume631
Switching Shuffle Mode on and off631
Switching Repeat Mode on and off631
Setting a Memory Preset631
Muting the Audio631
Adjusting the Sound Settings631
Setting the Clock and Date632
AM/FM Radio632
Switching the Display on and off633
Digital Radio633
Satellite Radio634
Audio System - Troubleshooting637
Center Display Overview641
Center Display Precautions641
Center Display Limitations641
Status Bar641
Feature Bar642
Information on Demand Screen642
Rebooting the Center Display643
Voice Interaction644
Ford Assistant644
Alexa Built-In646
What Is Alexa Built-In646
Alexa Built-In Requirements646
Signing into Your Account646
Using Alexa Built-In646
Alexa Built-In Settings646
Phone Precautions648
Connecting Your Phone648
Phone Menu648
Making and Receiving Aphone Call650
Sending and Receiving a Text Message651
Switching Text Message Notification on and off652
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device653
Playing Media Using Bluetooth653
App Precautions654
App Requirements654
Accessing Apps654
Enabling Apps on an Ios Device654
Enabling Apps on an Android Device654
Switching Apple Carplay on and off655
Switching Android Auto on and off655
Personal Profiles656
How Do Personal Profiles Work656
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles656
Creating a Personal Profile656
Linking or Unlinking Apersonal Profile656
Selecting a Personal Profile657
Deleting a Personal Profile657
Connected Navigation658
Accessing Navigation658
Navigation Map Updates658
Adjusting the Map658
Live Traffic658
Setting a Destination658
Waypoints659
Route Guidance659
Trailer Towing Navigation660
Vehicle Software Updates661
Software Update Settings661
Software Update Indicators662
Vehicle System Reset663
Performing a System Reset663
Accessories664
Auxiliary Switches665
What Are the Auxiliary Switches665
Locating the Auxiliary Switches665
Locating the Auxiliary Switch Wiring666
Identifying the Auxiliary Switch Wiring666
Warranty Terms and Conditions - Raptor668
Base Warranty668
Ford Protect669
What Is Ford Protect669
Scheduled Maintenance671
General Maintenance Information671
Normal Scheduled Maintenance674
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance677
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance - Raptor680
Decommissioning the Vehicle - Police Responder684
Decommissioning Requirements684
Customer Information685
Rollover Warning685
The Better Business Bureau Auto Line Program685
The Mediation and Arbitration Program686
Ordering a Canadian French Owner's Manual686
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States687
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada687
Radio Frequency Certification Labels688
Perchlorate725
Replacement Parts Recommendation725
Mobile Communications Equipment726
End User License Agreement726
Emission Law751
Export Unique Options752
Warranty Information753
Appendices755
Electromagnetic Compatibility755

Brand	Ford
Model	F-150 2023
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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