2000 Ford F 150 Owners Manual

RDS

† Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

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Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. Programtype † Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed. † Use the SEL control to select the

RDS

program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

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† Classic † Country † Info † Jazz † Oldies † R & B † Religious

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† Rock † Soft † Top 40
Show † With RDS activated, press the

RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

† Use the SEL control to select TYPE (the display shows the program type), NAME (the display shows the call letters of the station) or NONE.

Mutemode Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media.

Controls and features

RDS

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MUTE

Settingtheclockwithradiodatasystem(RDS)feature Press the RDS control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed.

RDS

Use the SEL control to manually set the time. † Press † Press

hours/minutes.

to decrease

to increase

hours/minutes.

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Premium AM/FM Stereo/Single CD Radio

VOL PUSH ON

CD

BASS

TREB

BAL

FADE

SEL

EJ

MUTE

SCAN

SEEK

TUNE

AUTO

RDS

AM

FM

REW

FF

COMP

SHUFF

Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off. Volume/powercontrol Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

VOL PUSH ON

VOL PUSH ON

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

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If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. Speedsensitivevolume(ifequipped) With this feature, radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1
through level 3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7
is the maximum setting. With the radio on, press and hold the volume control for five seconds, then press:

† †

to increase volume

compensation

to decrease or shut off the

volume compensation

AM/FMselect The AM/FM select control works in radio, CD and CD changer modes (if equipped).

VOL PUSH ON

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AM

FM

AM/FMselectinradiomode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FMselectinCDorCDchangermode(ifequipped) Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

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CDselect To begin CD play (if CD[s] are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last. Press the CD control again to toggle between CD and CD changer mode (if equipped). Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. Tuneadjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode (if equipped). Tuneadjustinradiomode † Press

to move to the next

frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

TUNE

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

† Press

TuneadjustforCDchanger † Press

to select the previous

disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc.

TUNE

to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control

to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

† Press

Seekfunction The seek function control works in radio, CD and CD changer mode (if equipped). Seekfunctioninradiomode † Press

SEEK

to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

† Press

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SeekfunctionforCDorCDchanger(ifequipped) † Press

to seek to the previous

SEEK

track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press that selection from the beginning.

, the CD changer will replay

† Press

to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

Scanfunction The scan function works in radio, CD and CD changer mode (if equipped).

SCAN

Scanfunctioninradiomode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. ScanfunctioninCDmode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.). To stop on a particular selection, press the control again. Radiostationmemorypreset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Settingmemorypresetstations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

REW

FF

COMP

SHUFF

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Autosetmemorypreset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Startingautosetmemorypreset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stations are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Bassadjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

AUTO

BASS

SEL

Trebleadjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

TREB

BASS

TREB

SEL

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Speakerbalanceadjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Speakerfadeadjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

Controls and features

BAL

FADE

BAL

FADE

SEL

SEL

Rewind The rewind control works in CD mode. † In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind.

REW

Fastforward The fast forward control works in CD mode. † In CD mode, pressing the control

FF

for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action.

Ejectfunction Press the control to stop and eject a CD.

EJ

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COMP

SHUFF

Compressionfeature(ifequipped) Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust. Shufflefeature(ifequipped) The shuffle feature operates in CD changer mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. The shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again. Radiodatasystem(RDS)feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped FM radio station. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend FM radio broadcasters to use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. Press and hold the control for five seconds to turn the feature on or off. Press the control to scroll through the following sections: Traffic † Press the RDS control until

RDS

TRAFFIC is displayed.

RDS

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† Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

Programtype † Press the RDS control until FIND

program type is displayed.

† Use the SEL control to select the

program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

† Classic † Country † Info † Jazz † Oldies † R & B † Religious † Rock † Soft † Top 40
Show † With RDS activated, press the

RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

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RDS

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RDS

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Controls and features † Use the SEL control to select

TYPE, NAME or NONE.

Mutemode Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media.

Settingtheclock Press the RDS control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed.

Use the SEL control to manually set the time. † Press † Press

hours/minutes.

to decrease

to increase

hours/minutes.

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MUTE

RDS

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CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is in one of the following locations: † behind the passenger’s seat (Regular Cab only) † in the center console (SuperCab/SuperCrew with Captain’s chairs) † under the rear bench on the driver’s side (see instructions below) † in the stowage bin on the passenger’s side (SuperCrew with bench

(SuperCab with bench seats)

seats)

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1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.

2. Press

to eject the magazine.

3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine.

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If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate.

Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level (B).

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6 COMPACT DISC MAGAZINE

INSERT IN THIS DIRECTION

If your CD changer is located under the rear bench, the following instructions apply for loading discs: 1. The holders DO NOT pull out. Load the discs into the magazine slots (numbered 1 through 6 on the window) one at a time with labeled surfaces upward. 2. Start with the bottom slot number 1. 3. Insert the loaded magazine into the CD changer with the arrow on the top of the magazine pointing toward the changer. To remove discs: 1. Slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazine window. The disc will partially eject. 2. Remove the disc. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur.

INSERT EACH COMPACT DISC WITH THE LABEL SURFACE FACING UP

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Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped)

The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips: † You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or

the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player.

If your changer does not work, it may be that: † A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc. † The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. † The disc is dusty or defective. † The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the † A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is

player to cool down before operating.

inserted.

Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion.

CD and CD changer care † Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. † Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended † Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer

periods of time.

magazine.

Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur.

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

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Cassette and cassette player care † Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. † Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or

extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing. † Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole † Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. † Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not

and turning the hub.

being played.

Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area. Radioreceptionfactors Three factors can affect radio reception: † Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

† Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.

† Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

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The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

Audio system warranties and service Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Heater only system (if equipped)

LO

HI

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

COOL

WARM

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperaturecontrolknob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater-only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature. Modeselectorcontrol Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

LO

HI

COOL

WARM

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

† PANEL-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. † OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

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registers and the floor ducts.

Controls and features † PANEL & FLOOR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel † FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating. Distributes outside air through † FLOOR & DEF-Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the † DEF

-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

windshield defroster ducts.

the floor ducts.

ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Operatingtips † In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in

DEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate control system as desired.

† To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather

conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

† Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. † Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants.

airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

† Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the † Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.

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Controls and features † Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Avoid placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objects may fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to damaging the climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)

LO

HI

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

COOL

WARM

Fanspeedcontrol Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperaturecontrolknob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

Modeselectorcontrol Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

LO

HI

COOL

WARM

PANEL

OFF

PANEL & FLOOR

A/C

MAX A/C

FLOOR

FLR & DEF

DEF

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except PANEL and FLOOR. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

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Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. † MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

† A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C

but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.

† PANEL -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. † OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. † PANEL &FLOOR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers. † FLOOR -Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air

through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode. † FLOOR & DEFROST –Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

(Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield

defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

† DEF

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Operatingtips † In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in

DEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate control system as desired.

† To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather

conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position.

† To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather

conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

† Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. † Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants.

† If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm weather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in cooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Once the vehicle has been “aired out”, operate the climate control system as desired. † Do not put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the † Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of teh windhsield.

airflow to the back seats (if equipped).

† Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can

block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield.

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Avoid placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objects may fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to damaging the climate control system.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select PANEL & FLOOR 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF 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 ON/OFF switch in the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON

OFF

OFF

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POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL † Push down to activate the left † Push up to activate the right turn

turn signal.

signal.

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SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

To turn speed control on † Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).

Controls and features

ON

OFF

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on.

To turn speed control off † Press OFF or † Turn off the vehicle ignition.

ON

OFF

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.

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To set a speed † Press SET/SET ACC/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).

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RES/RSM/RESUME will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

To set a higher set speed † Press and hold SET/SET

ACC/SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or

† Press and release SET/SET

ACC/SET ACCEL to operate the Tap-Up function. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6
km/h (1 mph) or

† Accelerate with your accelerator

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RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

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You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed † Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or

† Press and release CST/COAST to operate the Tap-Down function. 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/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

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To disengage speed control † Depress the brake pedal or

† Depress the clutch pedal (if

equipped).

Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

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ON

OFF

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To return to a previously set speed † Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

CRUISE

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position.

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Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe (no wash). Push and hold for three swipes with wash. Push and hold for a longer wash (up to ten seconds).

Speed dependent wipers (if equipped) When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speed changes.

OVERDRIVE CONTROL

Activating overdrive

(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.

The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears.

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OVERDRIVE

Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. The Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL) (the word OFF) will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive. To return to normal overdrive mode, press the Transmission Control Switch again. The TCIL (the word OFF) will no longer be illuminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter.

(Overdrive) mode.

OVERDRIVE OFF

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.

Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open.

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Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: † Remove the storage clip from the † Place Velcroy hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control. † Place the transmitter into storage

door.

compartment, control down.

† Place the provided height

adaptors onto the back of the GARAGE control as needed. † Press the GARAGE control to

activate the transmitter.

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Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped)

Controls and features

Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console. The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the SELECT control on the overhead console. The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the SELECT control. If the outside temperature falls below 3°C (38°F), the display will alternate from “ICE” to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute.

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Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass.

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Compasszoneadjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

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14

13

12

11

10

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3. Press and hold the SELECT control until VAR appears in the display, then release. The display should show the current zone number. 4. Press the SELECT control until the desired zone number appears. The display will flash and then return to normal operation. The zone is now updated.

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CAL

Compasscalibrationadjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines: † Press and hold the SELECT control until CAL appears in the display (approximately eight seconds) and release. † Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until CAL indicator turns off in about 2–3 complete circles. † The compass is now calibrated. Interior Lamps Maplamps(ifequipped) The map lamps and controls are located on the dome lamp. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the inside rear view mirror. When the inside rear view mirror detects bright light from in front of or behind the vehicle, the inside rear view mirror will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper system performance.

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Press the control to turn the mirror OFF or AUTO. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.

AUTO

OFF

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. † Press the top portion of the

rocker switch to close.

† Press the bottom portion of the

rocker switch to open.

AUTO

AUTO

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One touch down † Press AUTO completely down and

release quickly. The driver’s window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation.

One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control.

AUTO

Accessory delay (if equipped) 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 any door is opened.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors.

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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror.

MIRRORS L R

2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.

MIRRORS L R

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated, the outer portion of the appropriate mirror housing will blink red. This provides an additional warning to other drivers that your vehicle is about to turn.

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Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

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 the † Turn ignition key to the left to

right to engage lock.

unlock.

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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. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED) The tonneau cover has been designed to maximize fuel economy and should be fully installed whenever possible. The cover can be rolled up and stowed behind the cab, or removed completely from the vehicle. † To avoid damage to the cover, do not operate the vehicle unless the cover is fully installed, or securely stowed. Refer to Tonneau cover care in the Maintenance and care chapter. The removal and stowage for styleside and flareside vehicles are basically the same except where noted. To remove or stow the cover: 1. Styleside only: In cold weather lower tailgate and release the levers on each side of the rear rail to release tension on the cover. 2. Pull the rear corner assist loops of the cover, outward, then upward to release the tension. Lift up on the rear edge of the cover to remove it from the rear rail.

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3. Pull one side of the cover outward and upward away from the side rail working from the rear to the front.

4. Starting from the opposite side of the vehicle, pull cover away from the side rail and roll the cover from rear to front.

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5. Secure the cover behind the cab with two straps. The cover may be removed from the vehicle by sliding it sideways out of the front rail.

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Flareside only: † Remove two cross bars from pickup box by pushing towards either † Lower tailgate, depress the levers on each side of the rear rail and

side to release tension.

remove rear rail from pickup box.

Styleside only: † Remove three cross bars from pickup box by pushing towards either side to release tension. Stow the cross bars in the notches behind the rolled cover in the pickup box.

† Lower tailgate, depress the levers on each side of the rear rail and push rear rail towards the front of the pickup box securing it behind the cross bars and cover.

For installation of the cover, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Make sure the crossbows are locked in the notches in the side rails and the rear rails are locked in position prior to cover installation.

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HARD TONNEAU COVER (IF EQUIPPED) The tonneau cover has been designed to maximize fuel economy. † To avoid damage to the cover, do not operate the vehicle unless the cover is fully secured.

To open the cover: † Unlock the cover (with the key) and lift the cover up for access to the pickup box. To close the cover: † Close the cover on pickup box.

Interior tonneau cover release Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior tonneau cover release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the pickup box. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. To open the tonneau cover from the inside, pull the “T” shaped handle and push up on the tonneau cover panel. The material that the handle is made of will glow for hours in the darkness of the pickup box following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle is located on the tonneau cover panel.

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Keep vehicle doors and tonneau cover locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves

in an open pickup box and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the pickup box can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high

temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.

SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a coded-key anti-theft system. Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle. If your keys are lost or stolen, you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming. This system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the coded key is read by the anti-theft system. If the key identification code matches the code stored in the anti-theft system, the vehicle’s engine is allowed to start. If the key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a coded key is not detected (vehicle theft situation), the vehicle’s engine will not operate. If there is any anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL coded keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic objects, electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second key on the same key ring as the PATS ignition key may cause vehicle starting concern and record DTC’s under certain conditions. If present, you need to keep these objects from touching the PATS ignition key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damage the PATS ignition key, but can cause a momentary concern if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other

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objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the encoded ignition key is an approved Ford encoded ignition key. Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your anti-theft system. Refer to Programming spare SecuriLocky keys for more information. If one or both of your coded keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle, bring your vehicle and all available coded keys to your dealership for reinitialization.

Theft indicator The theft indicator in the instrument cluster will operate as follows: † When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every

two seconds to indicate the anti-theft system is protecting your vehicle.

† When the ignition is turned to ON or START, the theft indicator will light for three seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Programming spare SecuriLockY keys Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your anti-theft system (up to a total of eight keys). Your dealership can program your new coded key(s) to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure. To program a new coded key yourself, you will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine). If two previously programmed coded keys are not available (one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen), you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) programmed.

Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicle New coded keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-coded) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

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1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to OFF and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 3. Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds). 4. Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second coded key from the ignition. 5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON (maintain ignition in ON for at least one second). This step will program your new key to a coded key. 6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1. If the programming procedure was successful, the new coded key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator (located on the instrument panel) will light for three seconds and then go out. If the programming procedure was not successful, the new coded key(s) will not operate the vehicle’s engine. The theft indicator will flash on and off. Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: † unlock the vehicle doors without a key. † lock all the vehicle doors without a key. † activate the personal alarm.

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The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all doors.

Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm doors are closed and locked, press this control a second time within three seconds. The door(s) will lock again, the horn will chirp once and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are open or ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close the doors.

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Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON.

running and

Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: † all doors are closed † the engine is running † you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion. Relock The autolock feature repeats when: † any door, except the drivers, is opened then closed while the engine is † you put the vehicle in motion. Deactivating/activatingtheautolockfeature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to ON. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. The horn will chirp.

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6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete.

Replacing the battery The remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: † weather conditions † nearby radio towers † structures around the vehicle † other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together. Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

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Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle’s memory, or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle: † Take all your vehicle’s

transmitters to your dealer for programming, or

† Perform the programming

procedure yourself

Programmingremotetransmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. To program the transmitters yourself: † Place the key in the ignition and turn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF) and cycle between 3 (OFF) and 4(ON) eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) with the eighth turn ending in the 4 (ON) position. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that programming mode has been entered. † Within 20 seconds, program a

remote transmitter by pressing any button on a transmitter. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that the remote transmitter has been programmed. (If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button, the programming mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated.)

† Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters.

The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has been programmed. † When you have completed programming the remote transmitters, turn

the ignition to 3 (OFF). Again the doors will lock/unlock to confirm programming has been completed.

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Reprogramming transmitters Your dealer will be able to reprogram remote transmitter(s) to your vehicle. Installation of a new battery to your remote transmitter does not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed.

Illuminated entry The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when the remote transmitter unlock control is pressed. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination. The inside lights will not turn off if: † they have been turned on with the dimmer control or † any door is open. The battery save feature will turn off the interior lights 45 minutes after the last door is closed, even if the dimmer control is on.

Keyless entry system (if equipped) With the keyless entry keypad, you can: † lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key. Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system. You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: † on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment † taped to the computer module † or at your dealer. When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.

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1 2

7 8

5 6

3 4

9 0

Programmingyourownpersonalentrycode To program your own code: 1. Enter factory set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press 1/2 control within five seconds of step 1. 3. Enter your personal 5 digit code. Enter each digit within five seconds of previous one. Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order. Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes. Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you. You can use either code to unlock your vehicle. If a second personal code is entered, the module will erase it in favor of the new code. If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control within five seconds of step one. 3. Press 7/8 control and 9/0 control at the same time within five seconds of step 2. The system will now only respond to the factory set code.

9 0

3 4

5 6

7 8

1 2

Unlockingthedoorswiththekeylessentrysystem To unlock the driver door, enter either the factory set code or the personal code (each digit must be pressed within five seconds of the prior digit). The interior lamps will also illuminate. To unlock all doors, enter the factory set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press the 3/4 control within five seconds.

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Lockingthedoorswiththekeylessentrysystem It is not necessary to enter the factory or personal code prior to locking all doors. To lock the doors: † Press the 7/8 control and the 9/0 control at the same time. Activating/deactivatingautolockwiththekeylessentrysystem Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system (if equipped) is not armed, ignition is off, and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 1. Enter 5 digit entry code 2. Press and hold 7/8 control 3. Press and release 3/4 control while holding 7/8 control 4. Release 7/8 control. The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. To re-activate autolock, repeat steps 1–4.

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SEATING

Adjusting the front manual seat

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision.

Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

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Full bench seat (if equipped) † Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place.

† Pull up on the release lever located at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward.

60/40 split bench seat (if equipped) † Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure the seat is relatched into place. † Pull the seatback handle up to move the seat back forward or backward. † Push down the release lever (if equipped) located on the back of the seat to quickly fold the seatback forward.

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Captain’s chair (if equipped) † Lift the track release bar to move

the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place.

† Pull the release lever handle

located on the side of the seat up to move the seat back forward or backward. † Push down the release lever (if equipped) located at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward.

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision.

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.

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Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion.

Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.

Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.

Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to move the lumbar support forward for more direct support. Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to move the lumbar support back for less direct support.

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Folding up the rear seats (if equipped — SuperCab only) The rear seatback has a split 60/40 seat. Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position.

1. Pull control to release seat cushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until it locks into vertical storage position.

Returningtheseattoseatingposition

Always be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause

injury during a sudden stop.

1. Pull control on the side of the seat to release seat cushion from storage position. 2. Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position.

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Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to move the armrest up or down.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is

provided.

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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.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that

are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

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2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:

Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. The front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt. Rear seat belts (if equipped) cannot be made to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt.

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. Whentousetheautomaticlockingmode † Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter.

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Howtousetheautomaticlockingmode † Buckle the combination lap and

shoulder belt.

† Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted.

† Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

Howtodisengagetheautomaticlockingmode

Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

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Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

After any vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat belt system must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that

the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked for proper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height