Ford F150 2017 Manual
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces engine power in order to increase traction. USING TRACTION CONTROL WARNING The stability and traction control light illuminates steadily if the system detects a failure. Make sure you did not manually disable the traction control system using the switch. If the stability control and traction control light is still illuminating steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with traction control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on. If your vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, switching traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin. Note: When you switch traction control off, stability control remains fully active. Switching the System Off The switch for the stability and traction control system is on the instrument panel. When you switch the system off, a message and an illuminated icon appear on the instrument cluster. Use the switch again to return the traction control system to normal operation. Your vehicle may have MyKey restrictions regarding this feature. See Principle of Operation (page 59). System Indicator Lights and Messages The stability and traction control light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and flashes: • When a driving condition activates either of the systems. • If a problem occurs in either of the systems. The stability and traction control off light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and stays on: • When you switch the traction control system off. • When you select an alternative stability control mode. 208 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Traction ControlE166706 E138639 E130458
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and wheel and tire size may change the handling characteristics of your vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the electronic stability control system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the electronic stability control system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order to minimize the risk of interfering with the electronic stability control sensors. Reducing the effectiveness of the electronic stability control system could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Remember that even advanced technology cannot defy the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions. Aggressive driving on any road condition can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage. Activation of the electronic stability control system is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this could reduce the operator's ability to control the vehicle potentially resulting in a loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. If your electronic stability control system activates, SLOW DOWN. The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on. If the stability control or traction control system detects a fault, the following may occur: • The stability and traction control light illuminates steadily. • The stability control and traction control systems do not enhance your vehicle's ability to maintain traction of the wheels. If the stability control or traction control system activates, the following may occur: • The stability and traction control light flashes. • Your vehicle slows down. • Reduced engine power. • A vibration in the brake pedal. • The brake pedal is stiffer than usual. • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake pedal, the pedal may move as the system applies higher brake force. The stability control system has several features built into it to help you maintain control of your vehicle. Electronic Stability Control The system enhances your vehicle's ability to prevent skids or lateral slides by applying the brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing engine power. Roll Stability Control The system enhances your vehicle's ability to prevent rollovers by detecting your vehicle's roll motion and the rate at which it changes by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually. 209 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Stability Control
Side-Wind Stabilization The system applies the brakes on one side of your vehicle to reduce the effect of a sudden side-wind gust on your vehicle's path. When the system turns on, the stability and traction control light flashes, and a message may appear in the information display. You may notice a slight deceleration and may still need to make a steering correction to maintain the intended vehicle path. The system does not turn on for a continuous side-wind or during turns. Traction Control The system enhances your vehicle's ability to maintain traction of the wheels by detecting and controlling wheel spin. See Using Traction Control (page 208). Vehicle without stability control skidding off its intended route. A Vehicle with stability control maintaining control on a slippery surface. B USING STABILITY CONTROL AdvanceTrac ™ with Roll Stability Control ™ (RSC™) The system automatically turns on each time you switch the ignition on. You can switch the electronic stability control systems off. When you shift the transmission into reverse (R), the systems are disabled. You can switch the traction control system off or on independently. See Using Traction Control (page 208). 210 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Stability ControlE72903A AA B BB B
AdvanceTrac with RSC Features Traction control system Electronic stabilitycontrol Roll stability control Stability control OFF light Button func- tions Enabled Enabled Enabled Illuminated during bulb check Default at start- up Disabled Enabled Enabled Illuminated Button pressed momentarily Disabled Disabled Enabled Illuminated Button pressed and held for more than 5 seconds Enabled with higher threshold target Enabled with higher threshold target Enabled Illuminated Double press 1 Sport Mode Enabled Enabled Enabled Not illuminated Button pressed again after deactivation Disabled Disabled Disabled Illuminated Transfer case switched to 4WD Low 1 On Raptor models the double press function to put your vehicle into sport mode is not available. You can access sport mode through the terrain management system. See Driving Aids in your Raptor Supplement. 211 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Stability Control
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS Hill descent control cannot control descent in all surface conditions and circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep grades. Hill descent control is a driver assist system and cannot substitute for good judgment by the driver. Failure to do so may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. Hill descent control does not provide hill hold at zero miles per hour (0 kilometers per hour). When stopped, you must apply the parking brake or place the vehicle in P (Park), or it may roll away. Hill descent control allows you to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep grades in various surface conditions. Hill descent control can maintain vehicle speeds on downhill grades between 2 mph (3 km/h) and 12 mph (20 km/h). Above 20 mph (32 km/h), the system remains armed, but you cannot use the system to set or maintain the descent speed. Hill descent control requires a cooling down interval after a period of sustained use. The amount of time that the feature can remain active before cooling varies with conditions. The system provides a warning in the message center and a tone sounds when the system is about to disengage for cooling. At this time, manually apply the brakes as needed to maintain descent speed. USING HILL DESCENT CONTROL Press and release the hill descent button on the instrument panel. A light in the cluster illuminates and a tone sounds when you switch this on. To increase descent speed, press the accelerator pedal until you reach the speed you desire. To decrease descent speed, press the brake pedal until you reach the speed you desire. When accelerating or decelerating, once you reach the descent speed you desire, remove your feet from the pedals and the hill descent control maintains the vehicle speed you chose. Note: You may observe a noise from the ABS pump motor during hill descent control operation. This is a normal characteristic of the ABS and is no reason for concern. Hill descent modes • At speeds between 2 mph (3 km/h) and 20 mph (32 km/h): When you press this button, the light flashes indicating this feature is active. Your vehicle maintains the speed you desire while in this mode. • At speeds between 20 mph (32 km/h) and 40 mph (64 km/h): When you press this button, the light is solid and a message appears in the information display indicating this feature is active. Your vehicle does not maintain the speed you desire and you cannot set your descent speed. • At speeds above 40 mph (64 km/h): When you press this button, the system turns this feature off and no light or message appears in the information display. You need to switch this feature back on to use. Refer to the Information Displays for additional hill descent control messages. See Information Messages (page 126). 212 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Hill Descent ControlE163957
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION WARNINGS To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of the system as contained in this section. Sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving on a flat surface at parking speeds. Certain objects with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves, surrounding vehicle's parking aid systems, traffic control systems, fluorescent lamps, inclement weather, air brakes, and external motors and fans may also affect the function of the sensing system. This may include reduced performance or a false activation. To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse (R) and when using the sensing system. The system may not detect small or moving objects, particularly those close to the ground. Traffic control systems, inclement weather, air brakes, external motors and fans may affect the correct operation of the sensing system.This may cause reduced performance or false alerts. Note: Keep the sensors, located on the bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt. If the sensors are covered, the system ’s accuracy can be affected. Do not clean the sensors with sharp objects. Note: If your vehicle sustains damage to the bumper or fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. Note: The sensing system cannot be turned off when a MyKey is present. See Principle of Operation (page 213). Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer tow package and a trailer is connected to your vehicle, the rear sensing system disables and you cannot switch the system on through the information display. The sensing system warns the driver of obstacles within a certain range of your vehicle. The system turns on automatically whenever you switch the ignition on. When receiving a detection warning, the radio volume reduces to a predetermined level. After the warning goes away, the radio volume returns to the previous level. The system can be switched off through the information display menu or from the pop-up message that appears once you shift the transmission into reverse (R). See General Information (page 110). If a fault is present in the system, a warning message appears in the information display and you cannot switch the system on through the pop-up message. See Information Messages (page 126). REAR PARKING AID (If Equipped) The rear sensors are only active when the transmission is in reverse (R). As your vehicle moves closer to the obstacle, the rate of the audible warning increases. When the obstacle is less than 12 in (30 cm) away, the warning sounds continuously. If the system detects a stationary or receding object farther than 12 in (30 cm) from the corners of the bumper, the tone sounds for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the warning sounds again. 213 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Parking Aids
Coverage area of up to 6 ft (1.8 m) from the rear bumper. There may be decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper. The system detects certain objects while the transmission is in reverse (R) : • Your vehicle is moving toward a stationary object at a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less. • Your vehicle is not moving, but a moving object is approaching the rear of your vehicle at a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less. • Your vehicle is moving at a speed of less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a moving object is approaching the rear of your vehicle at a speed of less than 3 mph (5 km/h). The system provides audio warnings only when your vehicle is moving or when your vehicle is stationary and the detected obstacle is less than 12 in (30 cm) away from the bumper. Obstacle Distance Indicator (If Equipped) The system provides obstacle distance indication through the display screen. See Rear View Camera (page 218). ACTIVE PARK ASSIST (If Equipped) WARNINGS Designed to be a supplementary park aid, this system may not work in all conditions. This system cannot replace the driver ’s attention and judgment. The driver is responsible for avoiding hazards and maintaining a safe distance and speed, even when the system is in use. Active Park Assist does not apply the brakes under any circumstances. Note: The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle, supervising the system and intervening if required. Active Park Assist is an electronic parking aid that uses ultrasonic sensors. The system detects an available parallel parking space and automatically steers your vehicle into the space (hands-free) while you control the accelerator, gearshift and brakes. The system visually and audibly instructs you to park your vehicle. The system may not function correctly if something passes between the front bumper and the parking space (a pedestrian or cyclist) or if the edge of the neighboring parked vehicle is high off the ground (for example, a bus, tow truck or flatbed truck). Note: The sensors may not detect objects in heavy rain, snow or other conditions that cause disruptive reflections. Note: Keep the sensors, located on the bumper or fascia, free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt. Covered sensors can affect the system's accuracy. Do not clean the sensors with sharp objects. Note: The sensors may not detect objects with surfaces that absorb ultrasonic waves. 214 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Parking AidsE231381
Do not use the system if: • You have attached a foreign object (bike rack or trailer) to the front or rear of your vehicle or close to the sensors. • You have attached an overhanging object (surfboard) to the roof. • A foreign object damages or obstructs the sensors. • The correct tire size is not in use on your vehicle (for example, a mini-spare tire). Using Active Park Assist Press the button located on the center console near the gearshift lever. The touchscreen displays a message and a corresponding graphic to indicate it is searching for a parking space. Use the direction indicator to indicate which side of your vehicle you want the system to search. Note: The system automatically searches on the passenger side. You can use the direction indicator to toggle between the driver and passenger side. Note: You can also activate the Active Park Assist system after you have already driven partially or completely past a parking space. To do so, press the Active Park button and the system will inform you if you have recently passed a suitable parking space. When the system finds a suitable space, the touchscreen displays a message and a tone sounds. Stop your vehicle and follow the instructions on the touchscreen. If your vehicle is moving very slowly, you may need to pull forward a short distance before the system is ready to park. Note: You must observe that the selected space remains clear of obstructions at all times in the maneuver. Note: Active park assist may not detect vehicles with overhanging loads (a bus or a truck), street furniture such as benches and fire hydrants and other items. You must make sure the selected space is suitable for parking. Note: You should drive your vehicle within 5 ft (1.5 m) and as parallel to the other vehicles as possible while passing a parking space. Note: The system always offers the last detected parking space (for example, if the vehicle detects multiple spaces while you are driving, it offers the last one). Note: If driven above approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) , the touchscreen shows a message to alert you to reduce your vehicle speed. 215 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Parking AidsE146186 E130107
Automatic Steering into Parking Space Note: If your vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (9 km/h), the system turns off and you need to take full control of your vehicle. When you shift the transmission into reverse (R), with your hands off the wheel (and nothing obstructing its movement), your vehicle steers itself into the space. Indicated by tones, instructions to move your vehicle back and forth in the space appear on the display screen.When you think your vehicle is properly parked, or you hear a solid tone from the parking aid (accompanied by a touchscreen display message and a chime), bring your vehicle to a complete stop. When automatic steering is finished, the touch screen displays a message and a tone sounds, indicating that the active park assist process is done. The driver is responsible for checking the parking job and making any necessary corrections before putting the transmission in park (P). Deactivating the Park Assist Feature Manually deactivate the system by: • Pressing the active park assist button. • Grabbing the steering wheel during automatic steering. • Driving above approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) for 30 seconds during an active park search. • Driving above 6 mph (9 km/h) during automatic steering. • Turning off the traction control system. Certain vehicle conditions can also deactivate the system, such as: • Traction control has activated on a slippery or loose surface. • There is an anti-lock brake system activation or failure. If a problem occurs with the system, a warning message displays, followed by a tone. Occasional system messages may occur in normal operation. For recurring or frequent system faults, contact an authorized dealer to have your vehicle serviced. 216 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Parking AidsE130108
Troubleshooting the System The system does not look for a space The traction control system may be off. The transmission is in reverse (R); your vehicle must be moving forward to detect a parking space. You recently disconnected or replaced the battery. After a battery disconnect, you must drive your vehicle for a short period of time before Active Park Assist becomes functional. The system does not offer a particular space Something may be contacting the sensors. There is not enough room in the parking space for the vehicle to safely park. There is not enough space for the parking maneuver on the opposite side of the parking space. Your vehicle is farther than 4.9 ft (1.5 m) from the parking space. Your vehicle is closer than 16 in (40 cm) from neighboring parked vehicles. The transmission is in reverse (R); your vehicle must be moving forward to detect a parking space. Your vehicle is going faster than 22 mph (35 km/h). The system does not position the vehicle where I want in the space Your vehicle is rolling in the opposite direction of the transmission (rolling forward with reverse (R) selected). An irregular curb along the parking space prevents the system from aligning your vehicle properly. Vehicles or objects bordering the space may not be positioned correctly. You pulled your vehicle too far past the parking space. The system performs best when you drive the same distance past the parking space. The tires may not be installed or maintained correctly (not inflated correctly, improper size, or of different sizes). A repair or alteration has changed detection capabilities. A parked vehicle has a high attachment (salt sprayer, snowplow or moving truck bed). 217 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Parking Aids