ONBOARD GENERATOR –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is there a warning about
something being plugged into the
bed power outlet when I do not
have anything plugged in?
• One or more of the bed power outlet
covers could be ajar or broken. Make
sure the generator is off and check the
outlet covers. Select OK on the
instrument cluster display to
acknowledge the warning.
Why can I not shift my vehicle out
of park (P)?
• Make sure the bed power outlet covers
are closed and not damaged. Press OK
on the instrument cluster display to
acknowledge the warning to be able
to shift out of park (P).
What do I do when my instrument
cluster display is malfunctioning
and I cannot acknowledge the
warning to put the vehicle in drive
(D).
• Power the vehicle off and make sure
nothing is plugged into the bed power
outlets and all outlet covers are closed.
Start the vehicle and select OK on the
instrument cluster display to
acknowledge the warning. Have your
vehicle serviced soon.
Why do I get a ground fault
detection after I wash out the
frunk?
• If the front power outlet gets wet, a
ground fault could occur. See
Resetting Ground Fault Detection
(page 187).
Can I use the 240 V onboard
generator to charge an electric
vehicle?
• It is possible to charge an electric
vehicle, however, it requires additional
components that are not provided with
your vehicle. For additional information,
contact an authorized dealer.
How can I extend the amount of
time the generator can run before
the battery runs out?
• Lowering the battery reserve limit and
decreasing the amount of energy your
vehicle is using by switching off other
electronic features and systems such
as the climate control or lighting may
extend the amount of time the
generator can run.
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F-150 Lightning (TFD) Electric, Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 202112, First-Printing
Onboard Generator