Ford F150 2017 Manual
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Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar with a factory equipped trailer tow module and it is towing a trailer, the sensors will automatically turn the Blind Spot Information System off. If your vehicle has a tow bar but no factory equipped trailer tow module, it is recommended to turn the Blind Spot Information System off manually. Operating the Blind Spot Information System without the Blind Spot Trailer Tow package and a trailer attached will cause poor system performance. Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow (If Equipped) The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow is designed to aid you in detecting vehicles that may have entered the detection area zone (A). The detection area is on both sides of your vehicle and trailer, extending rearward from the exterior mirrors to the end of your trailer. When a trailer is attached and the customer has set up a Blind Spot Trailer, the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow becomes active when driving forward above 6 mph (10 km/h). See Trailer Reversing Aids (page 257). The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow can be turned off in the instrument cluster. If the Blind Spot Information System is turned off, then the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow automatically turns off. Setting up a Blind Spot Trailer Trailer length A Trailer width B Trailer hitch ball C You can set-up any trailer to work with the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow through the instrument cluster menu. See General Information (page 110). While setting up a trailer, a sequence of screens appear asking for trailer information. The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow specific screens are described below: • Select type of trailer screen - Conventional, fifth wheel or gooseneck. The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow only supports conventional trailers. If fifth wheel or gooseneck is selected, the system automatically turns off. • Do you want to set up BLIS with trailer screen? If no, the Blind Spot Information System turns off. If yes, the menu goes to the next screen. 238 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE225007 E225008
• Is the width less than 9 ft (2.7 m) and length less than 33 ft (9 m)? If no, the Blind Spot Information System turns off. If yes, the menu goes to the next screen. • Trailer width measurement: The width of the trailer is measured at the front of the trailer. It is not measured at the widest point of the trailer. The maximum width at the front of the trailer that the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow can support is 8.5 ft (2.6 m). Note: You do not need to enter an exact trailer width measurement; just measure that it is 8.5 ft (2.6 m) or less. • Trailer length measurement: The trailer length is the distance between the trailer hitch ball and the rear of the trailer. The maximum length that the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow can support is 33 ft (9 m). • Enter length of trailer: The default setting is 18 ft (5.5 m). Toggling up or down using the menu buttons will increase/decrease the measurement by 3 ft (1 m). Select the length so that the value is equal to or within 3 ft (1 m) of the actual measured length. For example, if the actual measured length is 25 ft (7.6 m), then toggle the length in the menu to 27 ft (8.2 m). When the length has been entered, the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow setup is saved. If you do not set up a Blind Spot Trailer, a warning appears in the instrument cluster when a trailer is connected stating that the system has been turned off due to a trailer connect. Note: If the trailer is actually a bike rack or cargo rack with electrical lighting, then the length will be 3 ft (1 m). Cross Traffic Alert will remain on for trailers 3ft (1 m) or less. Note: Proper measurement and measurement entry is required for Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow to function as designed. System Operation If you select a trailer in the display screen prior to connecting the trailer, the system will load that configuration and the information cluster displays a message when the trailer is connected. A second message appears stating Cross Traffic Alert has been turned off; the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow still functions normally when driving forward. If no trailer has been set up and a trailer is connected, the instrument cluster provides a message indicating a trailer is connected followed by a message asking to select a trailer from the existing list of trailers or to add a trailer. In order for the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow to function, an existing trailer must be selected or a new trailer must be added. If the request is ignored or if you exit the screen, a message appears prompting you that the system has been turned off due to a trailer connect. This message may not appear until your vehicle speed reaches 22 mph (35 km/h). The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow activates when driving forward for that particular trailer set up. If the ignition is cycled, the Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow continues to function using the last trailer selected. 239 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving Aids
Trailer Considerations The Blind Spot Information System with Trailer Tow is designed to work with any trailer whose front width is 8.5 ft (2.6 m) or less and total length from the trailer hitch ball to the rear of the trailer is 33 ft (9 m) or less. Different trailers may cause a slight change in performance as outlined below. Large box trailers may cause false alerts to trigger when driving next to buildings or near parking cars. A false alert may also occur while making a 90-degree turn. Trailers that are 8.5 ft (2.6 m) wide at the front and have a total length greater than 20 ft (6 m) may have delayed alerts from passing vehicles when the vehicle is passing at high speed. A box trailer whose front width is 8.5 ft (2.6 m) may cause early alerts when you are over taking a vehicle. When towing a clam shell or V-Nose box trailer with a front width of 8.5 ft (2.6 m), delayed alerts on merging vehicles that are traveling the same speed as your vehicle may occur. System Errors If the system senses a problem with the left or right sensor, the telltale will illuminate and a message will appear in the information display. See Information Messages (page 126). Switching the System Off and On You can temporarily switch the Blind Spot Information System off in the information display. See General Information (page 110). When the Blind Spot Information System switches off, you will not receive alerts and the information display shows a system off message. The telltale in the cluster also illuminates. When you switch the Blind Spot Information System on or off, the alert indicators flash twice. Note: The Blind Spot Information System remembers the last selected on or off setting. You can also have the Blind Spot Information System switched off permanently at an authorized dealer. Once switched off permanently, the system can only be switched back on at an authorized dealer. CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT WARNING To help avoid personal injury, NEVER use the Cross Traffic Alert system as a replacement for using the interior and exterior mirrors and looking over your shoulder before backing out of a parking space. Cross Traffic Alert is not a replacement for careful driving. Note: When a trailer is detected, Cross Traffic Alert automatically turns off. Cross Traffic Alert is designed to warn you of vehicles approaching from the sides when the transmission is in reverse (R). Using the System Cross Traffic Alert turns on when you start the engine and you shift into reverse (R). Once shifted out of reverse (R), Cross Traffic Alert turns off. 240 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving Aids
Cross Traffic Alert is designed to detect vehicles that approach with a speed up to 37 mph (60 km/h). Coverage decreases when the sensors are partially, mostly or fully obstructed. Reversing slowly helps increase the coverage area and effectiveness.In this first example, the left sensor is only partially obstructed; zone coverage to the right is nearly maximized. 241 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE142440 E142441
Zone coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles. Here, the left sensor is mostly obstructed; zone coverage on that side is severely limited. System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts The Cross Traffic Alert illuminates an amber alert indicator in the outside mirror on the side of your vehicle the approaching vehicle is coming from. Cross Traffic Alert also sounds an audible alert and a message appears in the information display indicating a vehicle is coming from the right or left. Cross Traffic Alert works with the reverse sensing system that sounds its own series of tones. See Principle of Operation (page 213). The system uses radar sensors that are located in the tail lamp on each side of your vehicle. Do not allow mud, snow or bumper stickers to obstruct these areas, this can cause degraded system performance. See Blind Spot Information System (page 236). If the Blind Spot Information System is blocked, Cross Traffic Alert is also blocked. A Cross Traffic Alert blocked message appears in the information display when the transmission is shifted into reverse (R). System Limitations Cross Traffic Alert has its limitations; situations such as severe weather conditions or debris build-up on the sensor area may limit vehicle detection. The following are other situations that may limit the Cross Traffic Alert performance: • Adjacently parked vehicles or objects obstructing the sensors. • Approaching vehicles passing at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h). • Driving in reverse faster than 7 mph (12 km/h). • Backing out of an angled parking spot. False Alerts Note: If your vehicle has a tow bar with a factory equipped trailer tow module and it is towing a trailer, the sensors will automatically turn the Cross Traffic Alert off. If your vehicle has a tow bar but no factory equipped trailer tow module, it is recommended to turn the Cross Traffic Alert off manually. Operating Cross Traffic Alert with a trailer attached will cause poor Cross Traffic Alert performance. 242 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE142442 E190708
There may be certain instances when there is a false alert by the Cross Traffic Alert system that illuminates the alert indicator with no vehicle in the coverage zone. Some amount of false alerts are normal; they are temporary and self-correct. System Errors If Cross Traffic Alert senses a problem with the left or right sensor a message will appear in the information display. See Information Messages (page 126). Switching the System Off and On You can temporarily switch Cross Traffic Alert off in the information display. See General Information (page 110). When you switch Cross Traffic Alert off, you will not receive alerts and the information display will display a system off message. Note: The Cross Traffic Alert switches on whenever the ignition is switched on and ready to provide appropriate alerts when the transmission is in reverse (R). Cross Traffic Alert will not remember the last selected on or off setting. You can also have Cross Traffic Alert switched off permanently at an authorized dealer. Once switched off permanently, the system can only be switched back on at an authorized dealer. STEERING Electric Power Steering WARNINGS The electric power steering system has diagnostic checks that continuously monitor the system. If a fault is detected, a message displays in the information display. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Switch the WARNINGS ignition off. After at least 10 seconds, switch the ignition on and watch the information display for a steering system warning message. If a steering system warning message returns, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. If the system detects an error, you may not feel a difference in the steering, however a serious condition may exist. Obtain immediate service from an authorized dealer, failure to do so may result in loss of steering control. Your vehicle has an electric power steering system. There is no fluid reservoir. No maintenance is required. If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving, electric power steering assistance is lost. The steering system still operates and you can steer your vehicle manually. Manually steering your vehicle requires more effort. Extreme continuous steering may increase the effort required for you to steer your vehicle. This increased effort prevents overheating and permanent damage to the steering system. You do not lose the ability to steer your vehicle manually. Typical steering and driving maneuvers allow the system to cool and return to normal operation. Steering Tips If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • Correct tire pressures. • Uneven tire wear. • Loose or worn suspension components. • Loose or worn steering components. • Improper vehicle alignment. 243 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving Aids
Note: A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander or pull. Adaptive Learning The electronic power steering system adaptive learning helps correct road irregularities and improves overall handling and steering feel. It communicates with the brake system to help operate advanced stability control and accident avoidance systems. Additionally, whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, you must drive your vehicle a short distance before the system relearns the strategy and reactivates all systems. COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (If Equipped) Principle Of Operation (If Equipped) WARNINGS This system is an extra driving aid. It does not replace your attention and judgment, or the need to apply the brakes. This system does NOT automatically brake your vehicle. If you fail to press the brake pedal when necessary, you may collide with another vehicle. The collision warning system with brake support cannot help prevent all collisions. Do not rely on this system to replace your judgment and the need to maintain correct distance and speed. Note: The system does not detect, warn or respond to potential collisions with vehicles to the rear or sides of your vehicle. Note: The collision warning system is active at speeds above approximately 5 mph (8 km/h). Note: The collision warning system will be unavailable if you disable the electronic stability control. See Using Stability Control (page 210). The system alerts you of certain collision risks. The system's sensor detects your vehicle's rapid approach to other vehicles traveling in the same direction as your vehicle. When your vehicle rapidly approaches another vehicle, a red warning light flashes and a tone sounds. The brake support system assists you in reducing any collision speed by pre-charging the brakes. If the risk of collision continues to increases after the audio-visual warning, the brake support prepares the brake system for rapid braking. The system does not automatically activate the brakes, but if the brake pedal is pressed even lightly, the brakes apply full stopping power. Using the Collision Warning System WARNING The collision warning system ’s brake support reduces collision speed only if you brake your vehicle before any collision. As in any typical braking situation, you must press your brake pedal. 244 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE156130 E156131
You can use your information display control to adjust the collision warning system's sensitivity or to turn the system On or Off. Your vehicle will remember these settings across key cycles. You may change the collision warning system sensitivity to any one of three possible settings. See General Information (page 110). Note: It is recommended that you turn the collision warning system off if a snow plow or similar object is installed in such a way that it may block the radar sensor. Your vehicle will remember the selected setting across key cycles. Note: When possible, the manufacturer recommends using the highest sensitivity setting. If warnings are too frequent, you can reduce your system's sensitivity. Reduced sensitivity causes fewer and later system warnings. See General Information (page 110). Blocked Sensors If a blocked sensor message appears in the information display, dirt, water, or an object is blocking the sensor. The sensor is located behind a cover near the driver side of the lower grille. If anything blocks the sensor, your vehicle cannot see through the sensor, and the collision warning system will not work. Possible causes for the blocked sensor message and corrective actions are listed below. Action Cause Clean the radar sensor cover or remove theobstruction The radar sensor cover in the grille is dirty or obstructed Wait a short time. The radar may take several minutes to reset after you remove the obstruction The surface of the radar sensor cover is clean but the message remains in the display The collision warning system is temporarilydisabled. Shortly after weather conditions improve, the collision warning system automatically reactivates Heavy rain, spray, snow or fog in the air interferes with the radar signals The collision warning system is temporarilydisabled. Shortly after weather conditions improve, the collision warning system automatically reactivates Swirling water, snow or ice on the road surface interferes with the radar signals 245 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE183741
System Limitations WARNING The collision warning system ’s brake support only reduces collision speed if you first apply your brakes. You must brake as you would in any typical braking situation. Due to the nature of radar technology, there may be certain instances where vehicles do not provide a collision warning. These include: • Stationary vehicles or vehicles moving below 6 mph (10 km/h). • Pedestrians or objects in the roadway. • Oncoming vehicles in the same lane. • Severe weather conditions (see blocked sensor section). • Debris build-up on the grille near the headlamps (see blocked sensor section). • Small distance to vehicle ahead. • Large steering wheel and pedal movements (very active driving style). Damage to the front end of your vehicle may alter the radar sensor's coverage area. This may result in missed or false collision warnings. Have an authorized dealer check your radar sensor for proper coverage and operation. DRIVE CONTROL Selectable Steering Note: The steering setting defaults to Normal if the battery is disconnected or removed. To change the steering feel, toggle the switch on the instrument panel. The first press illuminates the selected mode, subsequent presses will change the selected mode. Modes: • Normal - Default factory setting. • Sport - Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road force felt through the steering wheel. • Comfort - Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force felt through the steering wheel. After selecting the desired setting, you may feel a soft feedback bump in the steering wheel when the changeover occurs. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the selectable drive modes feature, the steering feel will change when you select a new drive mode. You can override this automatic selection by pressing the steering button or switch. 246 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Driving AidsE174705
LOAD RETAINING FIXTURES (If Equipped) BoxLink ™ Cleats These cleats attach to the inner box walls to help you to tie down cargo. The cleats can be locked to prevent removal or unlocked for removal. BoxLink Cleats Note: Leave the key in the lock when removing or installing the cleats. The key cannot be removed from the lock unless it is in the locked position. A. 275 lb (1,223 N) maximum force between directly opposed cleats. B. 600 lb (2,669 N) maximum force between diagonally opposed cleats. Secure cargo with up to 275 lb (1,223 N) force applied between opposing box link cleats, or up to 600 lb (2,669 N) force applied between diagonal box link cleats. Removing Locking BoxLink Cleats 1. Insert the key into the lock and turn clockwise to unlock. 2. Pull bottom of the cleat outward while pushing top of cleat down. 3. Hold on to the cleat as it clears the mounting slot. Installing Locking BoxLink Cleats 1. Insert the key into lock and turn clockwise to unlock. 2. Insert the cleat into the mounting slot and push upward. Make sure the cleat is fully engaged. 247 F-150 (TFC) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Load CarryingE184885 E189558