Ford F-150 (2022 year). Manual in english - page 7

USING THE BED EXTENDER

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1.

Pull the locking pin toward the center
of your vehicle.

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2. Open the latches to release the panels.

A

B

A

1

2

20

3

A

A

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3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.

Repeat steps 1-3 on the other side of
your vehicle.

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4. Connect the two panels. Rotate both

knobs one-quarter turn clockwise to
secure the panels.

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5. Insert the latch rod into the tailgate

hole.

6. Engage both sides of the locking pins

into their holes in the pick-up box.

Grocery Mode

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1.

Follow steps 1-4.

2. Before engaging the locking pins, rotate

the panels away from the tailgate.

3. Engage both sides of the locking pins

into their holes in the pick-up box.

4. Close the tailgate.

TAILGATE WORK SURFACE

 (IF

EQUIPPED)

The tailgate work surface is a durable and
functional surface on the inside portion of
your tailgate you can use to perform
various tasks.

To use the tailgate work surface, fold down
the tailgate.

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Tablet stand.

A

Tool inset.

B

Clamp pocket.

C

Standard and metric ruler.

D

Cup holder.

E

Tailgate anchors.

F

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The tailgate work surface contains clamp
pockets that allows you to secure work
material.

Note:

Damage could occur to the tailgate

if you overload the vertical clamp arm in any
direction.

Note:

When you finish using the tailgate

work surface, make sure you remove all of
your belongings, then close the tailgate.

TAILGATE –
TROUBLESHOOTING

TAILGATE – WARNING LAMPS

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Illuminates when the tailgate is
not completely closed.

TAILGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The tailgate is not completely closed.

Tailgate Ajar

You need to stow the tailgate step before the power tailgate

can close.

Power Tailgate Stow

Step

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TAILGATE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Why won't my power tailgate open?

Make sure the tailgate is in power
mode. Make sure the transmission is
in park (P), ensure nothing is
obstructing the tailgate path and or
causing resistance (tonneau cover or
other aftermarket accessory, freezing
conditions or being parked downhill).
If you have continued issues, the
battery voltage may be low or other
system issues. See an authorized
dealer.

Why won't my power tailgate close?

Make sure the tailgate is in power
mode. Your vehicle speed is at or
above 2.5 mph (4 km/h), the tailgate
encountered an obstacle or freezing
conditions. After removing the
obstacles, manually close the tailgate
to resume normal operation. If you
have continued issues, the battery
voltage may be low or other system
issues. See an authorized dealer.

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TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: 

It is extremely

dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside
or outside of a vehicle. In a crash, 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
seatbelts. Make sure everyone in your
vehicle is in a seat and properly using a
seatbelt. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious personal injury or
death.

OPENING THE TAILGATE

OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

The vehicle must be in park (P) to operate
the power tailgate.

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Press the button on the
instrument panel.

Note:

A tone sounds while the tailgate

opens.

OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

1.

Unlock the vehicle with the remote
control or power door unlock control.

Note:

If an intelligent access transmitter is

within 3 ft (1 m) of the tailgate, the tailgate
unlocks when you press the tailgate release
button.

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2. Press the button in the top of the

tailgate handle.

OPENING THE TAILGATE USING
THE REMOTE CONTROL

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Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds.

REMOVING AND INSTALLING
THE TAILGATE

WARNING: 

Always properly secure

cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo
falling from the vehicle. Failure to do so
could result in compromised vehicle
stability and serious personal injury to
vehicle occupants or others.

Note:

Skip to Step 4 if your vehicle does

not have power door locks.

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1.

Unlatch the tailgate.

2. Disconnect the power door locks in-line

connector. It is under the pickup box
on the right-hand side of the vehicle
near the spare tire.

3. Install a protective cap on the in-line

connector portion that remains under
the pickup box.

Note:

 A protective cap should be in the

glove compartment.

4. Partially lower the tailgate. Carefully

feed the tailgate harness up through
the gap between the pickup box and
the bumper and place it out of the way
under the pickup box.

5. Lower the tailgate.

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6. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the

spring clip on each connector past the
head of the support screw. Disconnect
the cable.

7.

Disconnect the other cable.

Note:

To avoid damaging the tailgate, you

may need assistance when removing. The
tailgate weighs approximately 97 lb (44 kg).

8. Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees from the

horizontal position.

9. Lift the right-hand side off its hinge.

10.

Lift the tailgate to 80 degrees from
the horizontal position.

11.

Remove the tailgate from the
left-hand side hinge by sliding it to
the right.

12.

Install the tailgate in reverse order.

TAILGATE STEP

 (IF EQUIPPED)

ACCESSING THE TAILGATE STEP

1.

Lower the tailgate.

2. Push the button in the center of the

step molding. The step pops out
slightly.

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3. Pull the step out fully. Lower the step

to its lowest position.

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4. Pull the yellow handle stop backward

out of the tailgate until it fully extends.

5. To lock the handle in place, rotate the

handle up from the horizontal to the
vertical position until you hear a click.

Note:

Do not tow with the step or grab

handle.

Replace the slip resistance tape or grab
handle molding if it appears as worn or
damaged.

To reduce the risk of falling:
•

Only operate the step when your
vehicle is on a level surface.

•

Only operate the step in areas with
sufficient lighting.

•

Make sure you use the grab handle
when climbing on the step.

•

Do not use the step with bare feet.

•

Make sure the step is clean before use.

•

Keep the step load below the total
maximum load of 350 lb (159 kg).

STOWING THE TAILGATE STEP

1.

Press the yellow button on the handle
to lower and then press the yellow
lever at the bottom of the handle to
unlock. Rotate the handle down from
the vertical to the horizontal position
and push it into the tailgate.

2. Rotate the step up until it is horizontal,

then push it back into the tailgate until
the step is secure.

Note:

Make sure to close and fully latch the

step before moving your vehicle. Do not
drive with the step or grab handle open.

Note:

The power tailgate cannot close if

the step is opened. A warning message
appears and a chime sounds. After stowing
step the power close function is restored.

BED EXTENDER

 (IF EQUIPPED)

BED EXTENDER PRECAUTIONS

Note:

Do not use the bed extender when

driving off road.

Note:

Make sure to engage the locking pins

and knobs fully before driving your vehicle.

Note:

Make sure to secure all cargo.

Note:

Do not exceed 150 lb (68 kg) on the

tailgate when your vehicle is moving.

Note:

Do not keep the bed extender in the

tailgate mode when you are not using it for
restraining cargo. Always keep the bed
extender in the grocery mode or the stowed
position with the tailgate closed.

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USING THE BED EXTENDER

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1.

Pull the locking pin toward the center
of your vehicle.

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2. Open the latches to release the panels.

A

B

A

1

2

20

3

A

A

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3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.

Repeat steps 1-3 on the other side of
your vehicle.

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4. Connect the two panels. Rotate both

knobs one-quarter turn clockwise to
secure the panels.

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5. Insert the latch rod into the tailgate

hole.

6. Engage both sides of the locking pins

into their holes in the pick-up box.

Grocery Mode

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1.

Follow steps 1-4.

2. Before engaging the locking pins, rotate

the panels away from the tailgate.

3. Engage both sides of the locking pins

into their holes in the pick-up box.

4. Close the tailgate.

TAILGATE WORK SURFACE

 (IF

EQUIPPED)

The tailgate work surface is a durable and
functional surface on the inside portion of
your tailgate you can use to perform
various tasks.

To use the tailgate work surface, fold down
the tailgate.

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E308677

Tablet stand.

A

Tool inset.

B

Clamp pocket.

C

Standard and metric ruler.

D

Cup holder.

E

Tailgate anchors.

F

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The tailgate work surface contains clamp
pockets that allows you to secure work
material.

Note:

Damage could occur to the tailgate

if you overload the vertical clamp arm in any
direction.

Note:

When you finish using the tailgate

work surface, make sure you remove all of
your belongings, then close the tailgate.

TAILGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING

TAILGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Reminder to check the tailgate due to it recently being opened
from the remote control or the button on the instrument panel
while the vehicle is on and the transmission is not in Park (P).

Check Tailgate Ajar

You must clear the message using the steering wheel controls.

Repeatedly closing the tailgate will not clear the message.

Reminder to check if tailgate is closed securely. If message

persists contact an authorized dealer.

Power Tailgate System

Fault Service Now

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TAILGATE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Why won't my tailgate open?

Make sure the transmission is in park
(P), ensure nothing is obstructing the
tailgate path and or causing resistance
(tonneau cover or other aftermarket
accessories, freezing conditions or
being parked downhill). If you have
continued issues, the battery voltage
may be low or other system issues.
See an authorized dealer.

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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM

WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM

The passive anti-theft system prevents
someone from starting the vehicle with an
incorrectly coded key.

Note:

Do not leave a duplicate coded key

in your vehicle. Always take the keys and
lock all the doors when leaving your vehicle.

HOW DOES THE PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM WORK

The passive anti-theft system arms when
you switch the ignition off.

It disarms when the ignition is switched on
with a correctly coded key.

Note:

The system is not compatible with

non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.

Note:

Do not leave a duplicate coded key

in your vehicle. Always take the keys and
lock all doors when leaving your vehicle.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM

(IF EQUIPPED)

WHAT IS THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM
SYSTEM

The Anti-Theft Alarm System warns you
of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle.

HOW DOES THE ANTI-THEFT
ALARM SYSTEM WORK

When armed, the anti-theft alarm is
triggered in any of the following ways:
•

If someone opens a door, the tailgate
or the hood without a correctly coded
key or remote control.

•

If you turn the power on without a
correctly coded key.

•

If the interior sensors detect movement
inside your vehicle.

•

If the inclination sensors detect an
attempt to raise your vehicle.

•

If someone disconnects the vehicle
battery or the battery backup alarm.

•

If someone disconnects the trailer. See

Connecting a Trailer

 (page 399).

Any further attempts to carry out one of
the above, sounds the alarm again.

If the anti-theft alarm is triggered, the
alarm horn sounds for 30 seconds and the
turn signals flash for five minutes.

WHAT IS THE PERIMETER ALARM

The perimeter alarm is designed to detect
unauthorized access to your vehicle.

WHAT ARE THE INTERIOR
SENSORS

 (If Equipped)

The interior sensors are designed to detect
any movement inside your vehicle.

The interior sensors are in the overhead
console.

Note:

Do not cover the interior sensors.

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WHAT ARE THE INCLINATION
SENSORS

 (If Equipped)

The inclination sensor is designed to detect
an attempt to raise your vehicle, for
example to remove a wheel or to tow it
away.

ARMING THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM
SYSTEM

The alarm is ready to arm when your
vehicle is switched off.

Lock your vehicle with your remote control
to arm the alarm.

DISARMING THE ANTI-THEFT
ALARM SYSTEM

Disarm the alarm by performing any of the
following actions:
•

Unlock the doors or luggage
compartment with the remote control.

•

Switch your vehicle on or start your
vehicle.

ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
SETTINGS

 (IF EQUIPPED)

WHAT ARE THE ALARM SECURITY
LEVELS

You can select two levels of alarm security,
motion sensors on and motion sensors off.

Motion Sensors On

Motion sensors on is the standard setting.

In motion sensors on, all equipped sensors
are on when you arm the alarm.

Note:

Do not arm the alarm with motion

sensors on if passengers, animals or other
moving objects are inside your vehicle.

Motion Sensors Off

In motion sensors off, the interior sensor
and the inclination sensor are off when you
arm the alarm.

All the other equipped sensors activate
when you arm the alarm in this mode.

SETTING THE ALARM SECURITY
LEVEL

1.

Press 

Settings

 on the touchscreen.

2. Press 

Vehicle Settings

.

3. Press 

Alarm System

.

4. Press 

Motion Sensors

.

5. Press a setting.

WHAT IS ASK ON EXIT

You can choose which level of security you
require after you switch the ignition off.

Note:

If you do not choose a setting, the

system defaults to all sensors.

SWITCHING ASK ON EXIT ON AND
OFF

1.

Press 

Settings

 on the touchscreen.

2. Press 

Vehicle Settings

.

3. Press 

Alarm System

.

4. Switch 

Ask on Exit

 on or off.

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SECURITY – TROUBLESHOOTING

SECURITY – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The system has not detected a correctly coded key.

No Key Detected

The system has malfunctioned. Have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

Starting System Fault

Displays when the alarm has been triggered due to unauthor-
ized entry.

Vehicle Alarm To Stop
Alarm, Start Vehicle.

Alarm Announcement

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SECURITY – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

What should I do if there is any
potential alarm problem with my
vehicle?

Take all remote controls to an
authorized dealer if there is any
potential alarm problem with your
vehicle.

What should I do if the vehicle is unable
to start with a correctly coded key?

Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

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POWER RUNNING BOARD
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: 

In extreme climates,

excessive ice buildup may occur, causing
the running boards not to deploy. Make
sure that the running boards have
deployed, and have finished moving
before attempting to step on them. The
running boards will resume normal
function once the blockage is cleared.

WARNING: 

Switch off the running

boards before jacking or placing any
object under your vehicle. Never place
your hand between the extended running
board and your vehicle. A moving running
board may cause injury.

Do not use the running boards, front and
rear hinge assemblies, running board
motors, or the running board underbody
mounts to lift your vehicle when jacking.
Use proper jacking points.

The running boards could move slower in
cold temperatures.

POWER RUNNING BOARD
SETTINGS

1.

Press 

Features

 on the touchscreen.

2. Press 

Running Boards

.

3. Press a setting.

Running Boards (Modes)

Off

The power running boards remain stowed,
regardless of door position.

Auto

The power running boards deploy when
you approach your vehicle with a remote
control, unlock the door or open the door.

The power running boards stow:
•

After a few seconds when you close
the doors.

•

If you unlock the door but do not open
it.

•

If you have switched 

Approach

detection

 on and do not open a door

before the 

Auto Timer

 setting expires.

Note:

When you select this mode, an option

displays that allows you to select how long
the running boards stay deployed without
opening the door.

Out

The power running boards remain
deployed, regardless of door position.

Approach detection

When you switch 

Approach detection

 on

with 

Auto

 switched on, the running boards

deploy when you approach your vehicle
with a remote control.

POWER RUNNING BOARD
KICK SWITCH

You can use the power running board kick
switch to deploy and stow the running
board without opening or closing the door.

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 (If Equipped)