1997 Ford F 150 Owners Manual

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Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and any door is opened. The chime is not active when the ignition key is in the On position. Safety belt warning chime For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Instrumentation f12_headlamps_on f12_key_in_ignition com_safety_chime.01 com_srs_chime.01 f12_gauges 13 Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES Your vehicle has one of the following instrument clusters: 18 18 40 50 80 60 30 60 100 70 40 0 0 0 0 0 5 20 20 km/h 10 0 0 1 0 120 140 80 90 100 180 40 40 50 50 80 80 60 60 30 30 60 60 100 100 70 70 40 40 0 0 0 0 0 5 20 20 10 10 20 km/h 20 km/h MPH 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 120 120 140 140 80 80 90 90 100 100 180 180 Speedometer 30 40 40 20 18 THEFT THEFT RPMx1000 RPMx1000 40 40 60 60 50 50 80 80 60 100 100 70 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 5 120 120 80 f12_speedometer 20 km/h 20 km/h 10 MPH MPH 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 140 140 90 100 180 180 Indicates the current vehicle road speed. com_tachometer.02 14 Tachometer (if equipped) Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area. If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Switch off the ignition and let it cool. Refer to Checking and adding engine coolant or What you should know about fail safe cooling in the Maintenance and care chapter. Fuel gauge Indicates the fuel level. f12_engine_coolant f12_voltage_gauge f12_fuel_gauge Instrumentation 0 RPMx1000 15 Instrumentation Voltage gauge If the pointer moves and stays outside of the normal range, it indicates that the battery is not being charged. Have the vehicle’s electrical system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range. If the gauge indicates constantly low pressure at normal engine speed, refer to Checking and adding engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the gauge indicates a low pressure and the engine oil level is correct, switch off the engine immediately and have your vehicle checked at your dealer. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (mileage) of the vehicle. 16 f12_oil_pressure f12_trip_odometer f12_odometer 18 18 40 40 60 60 50 50 80 80 60 100 100 70 0 0 0 0 0 5 00 00 00 00 00 55 120 120 80 30 40 40 20 20 km/h 20 km/h 10 MPH MPH 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 140 140 90 100 180 180 Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control. 30 40 40 20 Instrumentation 40 40 60 60 50 50 80 80 60 100 100 70 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 5 120 120 80 20 km/h 20 km/h 10 MPH MPH 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 140 140 90 100 180 180 17 Controls and features Headlamp/foglamp control This control operates the headlamps and foglamps. — Off — Parking lamps on. — Headlamps on. PANEL DIM f12_foglamp_switch f12_headlamp_switch 18 Foglampcontrol The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamps are in the position. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light (located to the right of the control) will illuminate. Daytimerunninglights (Canadianvehiclesonly) The daytime running light system turns the headlamps on, with a reduced light output, when: • the vehicle is running • the parking brake is released • the headlamp system is in the position. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps. Turn on your headlamps at dusk. Failure to do so may result in a collision. Controls and features PANEL DIM f12_drl_lights f12_dimmer_dial 19 f12_autolamp Controls and features Panel dimmer control Turn control up to brighten panel. Turn control down to dim panel. PANEL DIM Autolamp delay system (if equipped) The autolamp delay system sets the headlamp to turn on and off automatically. You can set the autolamp to: • turn on the exterior lamps • turn off the lamps automatically • keep the lamps on for up to automatically at night. during daylight. 20 Controls and features PANEL DIM AUTO LAMP f12_4wd_switch f12_power_point three minutes after you turn the key to OFF. 1. Turn control up to increase delay. The indicator light under the autolamp control illuminates when the autolamps are activated. 2. Turn control down to decrease delay. To turn autolamp system off, turn control down all the way until a click is felt. Electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) This controls the Electronic Shift 4WD operation. Refer to Electronic Shift 4WD system in the Driving chapter for more information. 4H 2H 4L 21 Controls and features Auxiliary power point This 12V power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point. Passenger air bag deactivate switch This switch must be used to deactivate the passenger air bag whenever a child seat is used in the right front or center front passenger seat position. Refer to Passenger air bag deactivate switch in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. f12_pass_srs_deact f12_audio PASSENGER AIRBAG ON OFF OFF Audio system Refer to the “Audio Guide” in your Owner’s Portfolio. f12_fuel_shutoff 22 f12_air_suspension Controls and features Fuel pump shut-off switch Refer to the Roadside emergencies chapter for information on operating the fuel pump shut-off switch. 23 f12_climate_controls Controls and features Air suspension load leveling (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an air suspension system for the rear suspension that levels your vehicle when carrying heavy loads. Refer to Air suspension load leveling in the Driving chapter for more information. OFF 24 f12_temperature f12_climate_controls f12_ip_vents f12_fan_speed Controls and features CLIMATE CONTROLS Operating climate controls Instrumentpanelvents There are four vents on the instrument panel. These vents are equipped with controls to adjust the amount and direction of air passing through them. Temperature Turn temperature control to the desired temperature. COOL WARM 25 Controls and features Fanspeed Turn the fan speed control to the desired speed. Airflowandairconditioning(if equipped) Turn the mode control to the desired airflow position. f12_mode_control HI f12_airflow LO OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF Controlling airflow Select PANEL for air to flow through these vents: VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C 26 Controls and features The PANEL position allows outside air to flow through the instrument panel vents. Select PANEL & FLOOR for air to flow through these vents: VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C The PANEL & FLOOR position directs outside air to flow between the panel and floor vents. The air conditioning will function to provide cooling and dehumidification when the outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). Select FLOOR for air to flow through these vents: VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C 27 P VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C Controls and features The FLOOR position directs outside air to flow through the floor vents. Select FLR & DEF for air to flow through these vents: The FLR & DEF position directs outside air to flow through the floor vents and the windshield defroster vents. The air conditioning will function to defog the windows provided the outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). for air to flow through Select these vents: position directs outside The air to flow through the windshield defroster vents. The air conditioning will function to defog the windows provided the outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). 28 f12_air_conditioning Controls and features Airconditioning Select A/C for air conditioned air to flow through these vents: VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C VOL – PUSH ON AM FM BASS TREB FM 1 ST BAL FADE CLK AUTO SET SEEK TUNE DISCS SCAN EJ DOLBY SYSTEM TAPE CD REW FF SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE LO HI OFF *A/C *MAX A/C The A/C mode directs outside air conditioned air to flow through the instrument panel vents. The A/C mode can be used for heating, ventilating and defogging the windows or air conditioning. The A/C mode only functions if the outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). Select MAX A/C for air to flow through these vents: The MAX A/C mode recirculates the cabin air and directs it to flow through the instrument panel vents. The MAX A/C mode can be used for air conditioning or heating. This mode is noisier but more economical than the A/C mode. The MAX A/C mode only functions if the outside temperature is above 10°C (50°F). 29 Controls and features OFFposition Select the OFF position for all climate control functions to cease. The outside inlet door will close and the fan is shut off. Maximumheating Set mode control to FLOOR, turn temperature control to maximum heat (red) and set fan speed control to HI. Maximumcooling Set mode control to MAX A/C, turn the temperature control to maximum cool (blue) and set fan speed control to HI. Ventilatingwithoutsideair Set mode control to PANEL & FLOOR or FLOOR, turn the temperature control to the desired temperature and turn fan speed control to the desired speed. 30 f12_max_heat f12_max_cool f12_ventilating f12_defrosting LO LO LO HI COOL WARM OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF HI COOL WARM OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF HI COOL WARM OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF Defrostingwindshield Set mode control to DEF, turn temperature control to maximum heat (red) and set fan speed control to HI. or FLR & Controls and features LO HI COOL WARM OFF PANEL A/C MAX A/C PANEL & FLOOR FLOOR FLR & DEF DEF Drive with the climate control system on (in either the heating or air conditioning mode) to reduce humidity in your vehicle. To prevent air intake restriction, remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area located directly under the windshield. f12_column_overall 31 f12_ignition_positions Controls and features Positions of the ignition 1 (Accessory) - allows electrical accessories such as the audio system and wiper/washer to operate when the engine is not running. 2 (Lock) - locks the steering wheel and automatic gearshift lever (if equipped). 32 3 (Off) - shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4 (On) - tests the warning lights. Key remains here when engine is running. 5 (Start) - cranks the engine. Key returns to 4(On) when released. Speed control (if equipped) Toturnspeedcontrolon • Press ON Toturnspeedcontroloff • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. Tosetaspeed Press SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). Controls and features com_speed_off.01 f12_speed_cont com_speed_on.01 com_set_speed.01 ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST 33 Controls and features If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill in Overdrive, you may want to shift to the next lower gear to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows downs more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES will re-engage it. Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Tosetahigherspeed • Press and hold SET ACCEL. Release the switch when the desired vehicle speed is reached, or • Press and release SET ACCEL. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Accelerate with your accelerator pedal, then press SET ACCEL. You may accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle speed to the 34 com_speed_up.01 RES SET ACCEL COAST previously programmed set speed. Tosetalowersetspeed • Press and hold COAST. Release the switch when the desired vehicle speed is reached, or • Press and release COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET ACCEL. Toreturntoasetspeed • Press RES. For RES to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Todisengagespeedcontrol • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Controls and features com_slow_down.01 com_disengage_speed_control.01 com_resume_feature.01 RES SET ACCEL COAST RES SET ACCEL COAST f12_wiper_washer 35 Controls and features f12_high_beams activate the washer. Wiper/washer controls • Push and hold the end to • Push end briefly for a single • Push and hold for a constant • Turn the control to adjust intermittent wiper speed. cycle. wipe. 36 Controls and features Highbeamcontrol • Push the stalk forward to activate the high beam lamps. • Pull the stalk towards you to activate the “flash to pass” function. Turnsignals Push the stalk down to activate the left turn signal; push the stalk up to activate the right turn signal. f12_overdrive 37 f12_deactivate_od f12_activate_od OVERDRIVE OFF Controls and features Overdrive control Activatingoverdrive D (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gear. Deactivatingoverdrive Press the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (OFF) will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. Transmission will operate in gears one through three. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the transmission control switch again. The TCIL (OFF) will no longer be illuminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode. 38 Deactivate overdrive whenever driving conditions (i.e., city traffic, hilly terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to shift excessively between D (Overdrive) and D(Drive) ranges. Also deactivate D (Overdrive) when: • driving with a heavy load • towing a trailer up or down • additional engine braking is steep hills desired. Transmissioncontrolindicator light(TCIL) The TCIL (OFF), located on the end of the gearshift lever, may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission could occur. Hazard flasher control Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. Depress control to activate all indicators simultaneously. Depress control again to turn off. The hazard lights can be operated when the ignition is off. Controls and features f12_tcil_light OVERDRIVE OFF f12_hazard f12_tilt_steer 39 f12_overhead_overall f12_illuminated_entry f12_domemap_lamp Controls and features Tilt steering (if equipped) Pull the lever to adjust the steering column angle. Push the lever back up to lock the steering wheel into position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. OVERHEAD CONTROLS Dome/map lamp (if equipped) Press either the left or right switch to activate the left or right map lamps. 40 or Illuminatedentry The interior lamps illuminate when: • either front door handle is lifted • the remote entry system is used to unlock the door or sound the personal alarm. See Remote entry system for more information. the dimmer control or The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the Start or Accessory positions. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with • any door is open. Batterysaver Battery saver is a feature that automatically shuts off power to these lights after 40 minutes: • glove box lamp • engine compartment lamp • overhead lamps. Battery saver prevents the battery from being drained if these lights are left on or if a door is not completely closed. Battery power is restored if the remote entry transmitter is used, any door is opened or the ignition key is turned to On. Controls and features LO f12_battery_saver NLO PA NIC 41 Controls and features Power windows (if equipped) Driver-sidewindowcontrol • Press rear of switch to open • Press front of switch to close window. window. The driver-side power window has a one-touch down feature. When AUTO is fully pressed (two clicks will be heard), the driver-side window will move completely down. This feature can be cancelled by pressing the driver-side power window switch again. 42 L R AUTO f12_driver_control f12_pass_control Passenger-sidewindow controls • Press rear of switches to open • Press front of switches to close passenger window. passenger window. f12_acc_delay Controls and features L R AUTO Accessorydelay(ifequipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the Off position or until either door is opened. f12_power_locks 43 f12_remote_mirrors f12_driver_control Controls and features Power locks (if equipped) Driverandpassengercontrols • Press L to lock both doors. • Press U to unlock both doors. L R AUTO Dual electric remote control mirrors (if equipped) 1. Select driver or passenger mirror by moving selector lever left (L) for driver or right (R) for passenger. 2. Move the mirror control until mirror reaches desired position. 3. Move selector lever to center to “lock” position. L R AUTO 44 Controls and features f12_third_door Fold-awaymirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Third door (if equipped) On SuperCab models a third door is located behind the passenger door. This door allows for improved access to the rear passenger compartment. To open the third door (the passenger door must be open) pull either the handle located in the 45 Controls and features door jamb or the handle on the interior of the third door. • To lock the third door, lock the passenger door or press the power lock switch (if equipped). • When the passenger door is unlocked, the third door cannot be opened until the passenger door is opened. The third door can then be opened. f12_trunk_overall L R AUTO 46 Controls and features f12_tailgate_lock f12_tailgate_removal Tailgate lock (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with a tailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to • Turn ignition key to the left to the right to engage lock. unlock. Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 5. Lift right side off of its hinge. 6. Lift left side off of its hinge. f12_antitheft 47 Controls and features LOCK PANIC UNLOCK Remote entry system (if equipped) The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote entry features only operate with the ignition key in the Off position. It also arms and disarms the anti-theft system (for more information on the anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system in this chapter.) Unlockingthedoors Press UNLOCK to unlock the driver door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press UNLOCK a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. 48 f12_remote_entry f12_unlocking_doors LOCK PANIC UNLOCK f12_locking_doors Lockingthedoors Press LOCK to lock all doors. To confirm that all doors are closed and locked, press the LOCK control a second time. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash. This process will also arm your anti-theft system. If the horn chirps twice, a door is still ajar and the anti-theft system will not arm. For more information on arming the anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system in this chapter. Soundingapanicalarm Press PANIC to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the PANIC control again or turn the ignition to the Accessory or On position. Arminganddisarmingthealarm system Your remote entry system will: • automatically arm the factory installed anti-theft system when the doors are closed and locked. • reset the triggered anti-theft alarm (when either the UNLOCK or PANIC controls are pressed). Controls and features LOCK PANIC UNLOCK LOCK PANIC UNLOCK LOCK PANIC UNLOCK 49 f12_sounding_panic f12_arm_disarm_system Controls and features The remote entry system may not arm and disarm non-factory installed anti-theft systems. Replacingthebatteries The transmitter is powered by two coin type three-volt lithium batteries. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: • battery failure • weather conditions • structures around the vehicle. Replacement batteries for the remote entry transmitters may be purchased at pharmacies, watch stores or at authorized dealers. To replace the batteries: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of the new batteries down. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacinglosttransmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming if: • a transmitter is lost or • you want to purchase additional transmitters (up to four total) Additionalinformationabout remoteentry This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is 50 f12_replacing_batteries f12_fcc_rule Controls and features subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. f12_arming_anti_theft Anti-theft system (if equipped) When armed, the anti-theft system prevents unauthorized entry into your vehicle. Armingtheanti-theftsystem Turn the ignition to Off and use one of the following methods to arm the system: • Press the LOCK control on the • Open either door and press the remote entry transmitter or power door lock switch. LOCK PANIC UNLOCK f12_identifying_armed Identifyinganarmedsystem While the system is arming, the THEFT light in the instrument cluster will illuminate for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, THEFT will flash, indicating the system is armed. If the system is armed with the doors open, the THEFT light will stay illuminated until all the doors are closed and then illuminate for 30 seconds and begin flashing. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the activated system will: • flash the headlamps, parking lamps and the THEFT light 51 Controls and features • sound the horn • prohibit the vehicle from starting. The flashing headlamps and the honking horn automatically shut off after about three minutes and will remain off unless another unauthorized entry is attempted. However, the vehicle will not start until the system is disarmed. Disarminganuntriggered anti-theftsystem Press the UNLOCK control or unlock either door with the key to disarm the untriggered system. If the driver armed the system but did not exit the vehicle, disarm the system by inserting the key and turning the ignition to On. Disarmingatriggeredanti-theft system Press either the UNLOCK or PANIC control or unlock either door with the key to disarm the system. A triggered system may also be disarmed by inserting the key and turning the ignition to Accessory or On. 52 f12_disarming_untriggered LOCK PANIC UNLOCK LOCK PANIC UNLOCK f12_adjusting_bench f12_split_bench Seating and safety restraints SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place. • Push down the release lever to quickly fold the seatback forward. 60/40splitbenchseat(if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure the seat is relatched into place. 53 Seating and safety restraints • Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. f12_adjust_man_bucket • Turn the lumbar support dial to • Push down the release lever to adjust firmness. quickly fold the seatback forward. Centerarmrest(ifequipped) Pull the strap down to move the armrest down. 54 Seating and safety restraints Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the seatback handle up to • Push the release lever down to recline the seat. quickly fold the seatback forward. Power seats (if equipped) • Pull up the seatback handle to • Push down the release lever to recline the seat. quickly fold the seatback forward. f12_adjust_power_seat 55 Seating and safety restraints Press switch to tilt the front of the seat up or down. Press switch to tilt the rear of the seat up or down. 56 f12_adjust_lumbar f12_rear_bench Seating and safety restraints Press control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Adjustablelumbarsupport Turn the lumbar support dial clockwise to adjust firmness. 57 Seating and safety restraints 60/40 split rear seat (if equipped) When folded down, the rear seats provide a “load floor” of additional storage space. To fold down the rear seats: 1. Pull the straps to lower the seat cushions. 2. Store the center safety belt in the opening on the seat back. When returning the seats to their normal position: 1. Clear the load floor before folding seat up. 2. Ensure the seat cushion is latched into place. 3. Remove center safety belt from its stowed position. Check to assure that 60/40 Split rear seat cushion is latched by pulling up and forward on lap belt buckles. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision. In most states and Canada, the law requires the use of safety belts. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 58 f12_seat_belts f12_safety_res_prec Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts. To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. f12_using_sr_properly 59 f12_comb_lap_sh_belts Seating and safety restraints Using safety restraints properly Combinationlapandshoulder belts 1. To connect the safety belt,

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1997 Ford F 150 Owners Manual