Ford F-150 (2024 year). Manual in english

LOAD CARRYING
PRECAUTIONS

Keep your loaded vehicle weight
within its design rating capability,
with or without a trailer. Properly
loading your vehicle provides
maximum return of vehicle design
performance. Before you load your
vehicle, become familiar with the
following terms for determining
your vehicle’s weight rating, with
or without a trailer, from the
vehicle’s Tire and Loading
Information label or Safety
Compliance Certification label.

WARNING:

Vehicles with

a higher center of gravity (utility
and four-wheel drive vehicles)
handle differently than vehicles
with a lower center of gravity
(passenger cars). Avoid sharp
turns, excessive speed and
abrupt steering in these vehicles.
Failure to drive cautiously
increases the risk of losing
control of your vehicle, vehicle
rollover, personal injury and
death.

WARNING:

The

appropriate loading capacity of
your vehicle can be limited either
by volume capacity (how much
space is available) or by payload
capacity (how much weight the
vehicle should carry). Once you
have reached the maximum

payload of your vehicle, do not
add more cargo, even if there is
space available. Overloading or
improperly loading your vehicle
can contribute to loss of vehicle
control and vehicle rollover.

WARNING:

Exceeding the

Safety Compliance Certification
label vehicle weight limits can
adversely affect the
performance and handling of
your vehicle, cause vehicle
damage and can result in the
loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death.

WARNING:

Do not use

replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the
original tires because they may
lower your vehicle's GVWR and
GAWR limitations. Replacement
tires with a higher limit than the
original tires do not increase the
GVWR and GAWR limitations.

WARNING:

Do not exceed

the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification
label.

WARNING:

Exceeding any

vehicle weight rating can
adversely affect the
performance and handling of
your vehicle, cause vehicle
damage and can result in the
loss of control of your vehicle,
serious personal injury or death.

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WARNING:

When loading

the roof racks, we recommend
you evenly distribute the load,
as well as maintain a low center
of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with
higher centers of gravity, may
handle differently than unloaded
vehicles. Take extra precautions,
such as slower speeds and
increased stopping distance,
when driving a heavily loaded
vehicle.

The gross combined weight must
never exceed the Gross Combined
Weight Rating.

USING A SLIDE-IN CAMPER

For information regarding the use of
slide-in campers, consult the Truck
Camper Loading document supplied with
your vehicle.

Note:

We do not recommend using a

slide-in camper on an F-150 SuperCrew cab.

Note:

We do not recommend using a

slide-in camper on a Raptor.

LOCATING THE SAFETY
COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION
LABELS

Safety Compliance Certification Label
Example:

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The Safety Compliance Certification label
is located on the door hinge pillar,
door-latch post, or the door edge that
meets the door-latch post, next to the
driver seating position.

WHAT IS THE GROSS AXLE
WEIGHT RATING

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)

GAWR is the maximum allowable
weight that a single axle (front or
rear) can carry. These numbers
are on the Safety Compliance
Certification label.

WHAT IS THE GROSS VEHICLE
WEIGHT RATING

GVWR is the maximum allowable
weight of the fully loaded vehicle.
This includes all options,
equipment, passengers and cargo.
It appears on the Safety
Compliance Certification label.

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WHAT IS THE GROSS
COMBINED WEIGHT RATING

Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR) is the maximum
allowable weight of the vehicle
and the loaded trailer, including
all cargo and passengers, that the
vehicle can handle without risking
damage. (Important: The towing
vehicle’s braking system is rated
for operation at Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating, not at Gross
Combined Weight Rating.)
Separate functional brakes should
be used for safe control of towed
vehicles and for trailers where the
Gross Combined Weight of the
towing vehicle plus the trailer
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating of the towing vehicle. See

Recommended Towing
Weights

(page 427).

CALCULATING PAYLOAD

Tire and Loading Label Information
Example:

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Payload is the combined weight
of cargo and passengers that your
vehicle is carrying. The maximum
payload for your vehicle appears
on the Tire and Loading label. The
label is either on the B-pillar or the
edge of the driver door. Vehicles
exported outside the US and
Canada may not have a tire and
loading label. Look for “The
combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg or XXX lb” for maximum
payload. The payload listed on the
Tire and Loading Information label

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is the maximum payload for your
vehicle as built by the assembly
plant. If you install any additional
equipment on your vehicle, you
must determine the new payload.
Subtract the weight of the
equipment from the payload listed
on the Tire and Loading label.
When towing, trailer tongue
weight or king pin weight is also
part of payload.

CALCULATING THE LOAD
LIMIT

Steps for determining the correct
load limit:

1. Locate the statement "The

combined weight of occupants
and cargo should never exceed
XXX kg or XXX lb." on your
vehicle’s placard.

2. Determine the combined

weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding
in your vehicle.

3. Subtract the combined weight

of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lb.

4. The resulting figure equals the

available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For
example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lb. and there will
be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lb.
(1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lb.)

5. Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo
being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.

6. If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, load from your trailer
will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the
available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.

Helpful examples for
calculating the available
amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity

Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You decide
to go golfing. Is there enough load
capacity to carry you, four of your
friends and all the golf bags? You
and four friends average 220
pounds (99 kilograms) each and
the golf bags weigh approximately
30 pounds (13.5 kilograms) each.
The calculation would be: 1400 -
(5 x 220) - (5 x 30) = 1400 - 1100
- 150 = 150 pounds. Yes, you have
enough load capacity in your
vehicle to transport four friends
and your golf bags. In metric units,
the calculation would be: 635
kilograms - (5 x 99 kilograms) -
(5 x 13.5 kilograms) = 635 - 495 -
67.5 = 72.5 kilograms.

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Suppose your vehicle has a
1400-pound (635-kilogram) cargo
and luggage capacity. You and
one of your friends decide to pick
up cement from the local home
improvement store to finish that
patio you have been planning for
the past two years. Measuring the
inside of the vehicle with the rear
seat folded down, you have room
for twelve 100-pound
(45-kilogram) bags of cement. Do
you have enough load capacity to
transport the cement to your
home? If you and your friend each
weigh 220 pounds (99 kilograms),
the calculation would be: 1400 -
(2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1400 - 440
- 1200 = - 240 pounds. No, you do
not have enough cargo capacity
to carry that much weight. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (12 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 540 = -103 kilograms.
You will need to reduce the load
weight by at least 240 pounds
(104 kilograms). If you remove
three 100-pound (45-kilogram)
cement bags, then the load
calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x
220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 -
900 = 60 pounds. Now you have
the load capacity to transport the
cement and your friend home. In
metric units, the calculation would
be: 635 kilograms - (2 x 99
kilograms) - (9 x 45 kilograms) =
635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kilograms.

The above calculations also
assume that the loads are
positioned in your vehicle in a
manner that does not overload
the front or the rear gross axle
weight rating specified for your
vehicle on the Safety Compliance
Certification label.

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PICKUP BED PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Do not allow people or

animals in truck beds that have
modifications, such as bed covers or
slide-in campers, when the engine is
running. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
personal injury or death.

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.

TAILGATE ANCHOR POINTS

LOCATING THE TAILGATE
ANCHOR POINTS

The tailgate anchor points are located at
each side of the tailgate.

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Note:

You could damage the tailgate if you

overload the tie downs.

TAILGATE ANCHOR POINT LOAD
CAPACITIES

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CONNECTING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS

Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1,000 mi (1,600 km).

Consult your local motor vehicle laws for
towing a trailer.

See the instructions included with towing
accessories for the proper installation and
adjustment specifications.

Service your vehicle more frequently if you
tow a trailer.

If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives you.

When attaching the trailer wiring connector
to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting
connector that works with the vehicle and
trailer functions.

Account for the trailer coupler weight as
part of your vehicle load when calculating
the total vehicle weight.

Do not exceed the load limits. See

Calculating the Load Limit

(page 416).

HITCHES

HOOKING UP A TRAILER USING A
WEIGHT-DISTRIBUTING HITCH

WARNING:

Do not adjust the spring

bars so that your vehicle's rear bumper
is higher than before attaching the trailer.
Doing so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may
cause unpredictable handling, and could
result in serious personal injury.

A weight-distributing hitch helps distribute
tongue load to all towing vehicle and trailer
wheels. For more information, visit the links
in the following table.

Website

Market

https://

www.fleet.ford.com/

towing-guides/

United States of

America

https://

www.fleet.ford.ca/

towing-guides/

Canada

CONNECTING A TRAILER

Recognizing a Trailer

Attach the trailer and wiring connector
to your vehicle.

2. Switch on your vehicle.

3. Set up a profile for the trailer using the

touchscreen.

Note:

If your vehicle does not recognize the

trailer, press and hold the brake pedal for a
few seconds.

Note:

Trailer profiles store trailer types,

dimensions, preferences, trailer specific
mileage and fuel economy.

Note:

Trailer profiles allow you to configure

trailer maintenance reminders through
distance or time in service.

Note:

Disabling the trailer detection

notification makes the default trailer profile
active when the system detects a
connection.

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When attaching the trailer wiring connector
to your vehicle, only use a proper fitting
connector that works with the vehicle and
trailer functions.

Safety Chains

Install trailer safety chains to the trailer
hitch as recommended by the
manufacturer. Cross the chains under the
trailer coupler and allow enough slack for
turning tight corners. Do not allow the
chains to drag on the ground.

Note:

Do not attach safety chains to the

bumper. Always connect the safety chains
to the frame or hook retainers of your trailer
hitch.

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If the trailer safety chain hook has a latch,
fully close the latch.

Trailer Connection Checklist

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Press

Connection Checklist

Electronic Park Hold

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Applies the electronic parking
brake when you shift to park (P).

The electronic park hold button illuminates
when activated.

The feature prevents your vehicle from
moving in any direction when aligned with
your trailer coupler and you shift to park
(P).

Note:

The feature is active for the current

key cycle.

You can also press a zoom button when
using the camera views to switch the
feature on.

Trailer Connection Alarm

The alarm is set when the following occur:
•

Your vehicle detects the trailer.

•

You lock your vehicle.

•

You arm the alarm.

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When the trailer disconnects in this state,
the vehicle alarm sounds and the system
sends an alert to your FordPass app.

Note:

For reliable trailer detection, the

trailer’s lamps must be SAE certified for
each intended purpose.

Note:

If the trailer is not compatible with

the feature, the turn signals flash twice.

Switching the Trailer Connection
Alarm On and Off

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Press

Manage trailers

4. Press the currently active trailer's

name.

5. Switch

Trailer Connection Alarm

or off.

Note:

The alarm disables by default. If the

system detects a trailer, it can be
configurable.

Note:

Settings are applicable only for the

selected trailer profile.

Trailer Connector Battery Lead

The trailer receives power from the vehicle
trailer connector battery lead when the
following occurs:
•

Your vehicle is in accessory mode (if it
has a trailer lighting module) or if you
switch it on.

•

The trailer wiring connector is free of
corrosion or other damage.

•

The vehicle battery is not low.

•

When the trailer has a battery:
•

The difference in vehicle battery
voltage and trailer battery voltage
is less than 5V.

•

When you have the trailer battery
properly connected.

Note:

Never place more demand than 15

amps of power on the trailer connector
battery lead, this may damage the trailer
lighting module or trailer relay box.

TRAILER LIGHTING CHECK

WARNING:

Never connect any

trailer lamp wiring to the vehicle's tail
lamp wiring; this may damage the
electrical system resulting in fire. Contact
your authorized dealer as soon as
possible for assistance in proper trailer
tow wiring installation. Additional
electrical equipment may be required.

Perform a trailer light illumination
sequence to confirm that all lights are
functioning by using the FordPass app or
the vehicle's touchscreen.

Performing the Trailer Lighting
Check Using the Touchscreen

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Press

Trailer Light Check

4. Press

Start

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CONNECTING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING

CONNECTING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Description

Message

The system senses a trailer connection

becomes disconnected, either intentionally

or unintentionally, during a given ignition

cycle.

Trailer Disconnected

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

There are certain faults in your vehicle

wiring and trailer wiring or brake system.

Trailer Wiring Fault

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The vehicle battery voltage is low or there

is a fault with your trailer battery. Your

trailer battery voltage is below 8V or your

trailer battery is connected in reverse

polarity.

Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The system detects a short induced by the

trailer wiring. Inspect and repair the trailer

wiring or see your authorized dealer.

Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual

One or more tires on your trailer is below

the specified tire pressure.

Trailer Tire Low Specified:

Displays when one or more tires on the

trailer is above the recommended temper-

ature.

Trailer Tire Over Temperature

A trailer tire pressure sensor is malfunc-

tioning. If the warning stays on or continues

to come on, have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault

The trailer tire pressure monitoring system

is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on

or continues to come on, have the system

checked.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault

The system cannot detect the trailer tire

pressure monitoring system.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability Not

Detected

The trailer tire pressure monitoring system

is not setup.

Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not Setup

See Manual

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TOWING A TRAILER
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Do not exceed

the GVWR or the GAWR
specified on the certification
label.

WARNING:

Towing trailers

beyond the maximum
recommended gross trailer
weight exceeds the limit of your
vehicle and could result in engine
damage, transmission damage,
structural damage, loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover
and personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not exceed

the lowest rating capacity for
your vehicle or trailer hitch.
Overloading your vehicle or
trailer hitch can impair your
vehicle stability and handling.
Failure to follow this instruction
could result in the loss of control
of your vehicle, personal injury or
death.

WARNING:

Make sure that

the vertical load on the tow ball
is between the minimum and
maximum recommended weight
at all times. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the
loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

Do not cut,

drill, weld or modify the trailer
hitch. Modifying the trailer hitch
could reduce the hitch rating.

WARNING:

The anti-lock

brake system does not control
the trailer brakes.

WARNING:

Do not use the

lane centering system when
towing a trailer. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

TRAILER BRAKE
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Do not connect a

trailer's hydraulic brake system directly
to your vehicle's brake system. Your
vehicle may not have enough braking
power and your chances of having a
collision greatly increase.

WARNING:

Do not tow a trailer

fitted with electric trailer brakes unless
your vehicle is fitted with a compatible
aftermarket electronic trailer brake
controller. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in the loss of
control of your vehicle, personal injury or
death. For additional information and
assistance, we recommend that you
contact an authorized dealer.

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Electric brakes and manual, automatic or
surge-type trailer brakes are safe if you
install them properly and adjust them to
the manufacturer's specifications. The
trailer brakes must meet local and federal
regulations.

The rating for the tow vehicle's braking
system operation is at the gross vehicle
weight rating, not the gross combined
weight rating.

Certain states require functioning trailer
brakes for trailers over a specified weight.
Be sure to check state regulations for this
specified weight.

Ford Motor Company recommends
separate functioning brake systems for
trailers weighing more than 1,500 lb
(680 kg) when loaded.

TOWING A TRAILER
LIMITATIONS

The vehicle's load capacity
designation is by weight, not by
volume, so you cannot necessarily
use all available space when
loading a vehicle or trailer.

Towing a trailer also depends on
additional systems present in your
vehicle. See

Lane Centering

Limitations

(page 349).

Note:

Your vehicle could have

reduced performance when
operating at high altitudes and
when heavily loaded or towing a
trailer. When driving at elevation,
to match driving performance as
perceived at sea level, reduce gross
vehicle weight and gross
combination weight by 2% per
1,000 ft (300 m) of elevation.

Note:

Do not use four-wheel drive

when towing a trailer or when you
heavily load your vehicle for
extended periods of time.

LOADING YOUR TRAILER

To help minimize how trailer
movement affects your vehicle
when driving:
•

Load the heaviest items closest
to the trailer floor.

•

Load the heaviest items
centered between the left and
right side trailer tires.

•

Load the heaviest items above
the trailer axles or just slightly
forward toward the trailer
tongue. Do not allow the final
trailer tongue weight to go
above or below 10-15% of the
loaded trailer weight. The
trailer tongue weight should
never exceed 10% of the
maximum towing capacity.

•

Select a ball mount with the
correct rise or drop. When both
the loaded vehicle and trailer
are connected, the trailer frame
should be level, or slightly
angled down toward your
vehicle, when viewed from the
side.

TRAILER TOWING HINTS

Towing a trailer places an extra load on
your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle,
brakes, tires and suspension. Periodically
inspect these components during and after
any towing operation.

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When driving with a trailer or payload, a
slight takeoff vibration or shudder may be
present due to the increased payload
weight.

Your vehicle may have a temporary or
conventional spare tire. A temporary spare
tire is different in diameter or width,
tread-type, or is from a different
manufacturer than the road tires on your
vehicle. Consult information on the tire
label or Safety Compliance label for
limitations when using.

When towing a trailer:
•

Obey country specific regulations for
towing a trailer.

•

Do not drive faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) during the first 500 mi
(800 km).

•

Do not make full-throttle starts.

•

Check your hitch, electrical connections
and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly
after you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).

•

When stopped in congested or heavy
traffic during hot weather, place the
transmission in park (P) to aid engine
and transmission cooling and to help
A/C performance.

•

Turn off the speed control with heavy
loads or in hilly terrain. The speed
control may turn off when you are
towing on long, steep slopes.

•

Shift to a lower gear when driving down
a long or steep hill. Do not continuously
apply the brakes, as they may overheat
and become less effective.

•

If your transmission has Grade Assist
or Tow/Haul, use this feature when
towing. This provides engine braking
and helps eliminate excessive
transmission shifting for optimum fuel
economy and transmission cooling.

•

Your vehicle has AdvanceTrac with roll
stability control. When towing a trailer,
additional loads could cause the
AdvanceTrac system to engage during
cornering maneuvers. Reduce cornering
speeds to make sure that you can
maintain control of the vehicle and
trailer if the AdvanceTrac system
engages.

•

Allow more distance for stopping with
a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
gradually brake.

•

Avoid parking on a slope. However, if
you must park on a slope, turn the
steering wheel to point your vehicle
tires away from traffic flow, set the
parking brake, place the transmission
in park (P) and place wheel chocks in
front and back of the trailer wheels.

Note:

Chocks are not included with your

vehicle.

LAUNCHING OR RETRIEVING
A BOAT OR PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT

When backing down a ramp during boat
launching or retrieval:
•

Do not allow the static water level to
rise above the bottom edge of the rear
bumper.

•

Do not allow waves to break higher
than 6 in (15 cm) above the bottom
edge of the rear bumper.

Exceeding 6 in (15 cm) could allow water
to enter vehicle components, causing
internal damage to the components and
affecting driveability, emissions and
reliability.

Note:

Replace the rear axle lubricant

anytime the rear axle has been submerged
in water.

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Note:

Disconnect the trailer wiring

connector before backing the trailer into the
water.

Note:

Reconnect the trailer wiring

connector after removing the trailer from
the water.

TOWING WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS

RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS

Website

Market

https://www.fleet.ford.com/

towing-guides/

United States of America

https://www.fleet.ford.ca/towing-

guides/

Canada

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WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM LOADED
TRAILER WEIGHT

The maximum loaded trailer
weight is the highest possible
weight of a fully loaded trailer the
vehicle can tow.

CALCULATING THE MAXIMUM
LOADED TRAILER WEIGHT FOR
YOUR VEHICLE

1. Start with the gross combined

weight rating for your vehicle
model and axle ratio.

2. Subtract all of the following

that apply to your vehicle:

•

Vehicle curb weight.

•

Hitch hardware weight, for
example a draw bar, ball, locks
or weight distributing hardware.

•

Driver weight.

•

Passenger weight.

•

Payload, cargo and luggage
weight.

•

Aftermarket equipment weight.

This equals the maximum loaded
trailer weight for this combination.

Note:

The trailer tongue load is

considered part of the payload for
your vehicle. Reduce the total
payload by the final trailer tongue
weight.

Note:

Consult an authorized dealer

to determine the maximum trailer
weight allowed for your vehicle if
you are not sure.

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TOWING A TRAILER – TROUBLESHOOTING

TOWING A TRAILER – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

The left-hand trailer turn lamp requires

service.

Trailer Left Turn Lamps Fault Check Lamps

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The right-hand trailer turn lamp requires

service.

Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault Check

Lamps

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The vehicle battery voltage is low or there

is a fault with your trailer battery, your trailer

battery voltage is below 8V or your trailer

battery is connected in reverse polarity.

Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The system detects a short created by the

trailer lamps. Inspect and repair the trailer

wiring, or have the system checked as soon

as possible.

Trailer Lighting Module Fault See Manual

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

The trailer stoplamps require service.

Trailer Stop Lamps Fault Check Lamps

(If equipped with Trailer Lighting Module)

Verify the trailer brake connections are

secure and that the aftermarket trailer

brake controller device is correctly installed.

Perform a trailer brake and trailer light

check if possible. If the message persists,

have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Trailer brake system fault See manual

Perform a trailer brake and trailer light

check if possible. If the message persists,

have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Trailer brake module fault

The trailer sway control detects trailer

sway. Reduce the vehicle's speed.

Trailer Sway Reduce Speed

Displays when one or more tires on the

trailer is above the recommended temper-

ature.

Trailer Tire Over Temperature

One or more tires on your trailer is below

the specified tire pressure.

Trailer Tire Low Specified:

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Details

Message

A trailer tire pressure sensor requires

service. If the warning stays on or continues

to come on, have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Trailer Tire Pressure Sensor Fault

The trailer tire pressure monitoring system

requires service. If the warning stays on or

continues to come on, have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Fault

The system cannot detect the trailer tire

pressure monitoring system.

Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor Capability Not

Detected

The trailer tire pressure monitoring system

is not setup.

Trailer Tire Pressure Indication Not Setup

See Manual

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WHAT IS THE INTEGRATED
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER

The trailer brake controller assists in
smooth and effective trailer braking based
on the towing vehicle’s brake pressure.

INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE
CONTROLLER PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Use the integrated

trailer brake controller to properly adjust
the trailer brakes and check all
connections before towing a trailer.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in the loss of control of your
vehicle, personal injury or death.

•

Only use the manual control lever for
proper adjustment of the gain during
trailer setup. Misuse, such as
application during trailer sway, could
cause instability of trailer or tow
vehicle.

•

Avoid towing in adverse weather
conditions. The trailer brake controller
does not provide anti-lock control of
the trailer wheels. Trailer wheels can
lock up on slippery surfaces, resulting
in reduced stability of trailer and tow
vehicle.

•

The trailer brake controller is only a
factory-installed or dealer-installed
item. Ford is not responsible for
warranty or performance of the
controller due to misuse or customer
installation.

Note:

Do not attempt removal of the trailer

brake controller without consulting the
Workshop Manual. Damage to the unit may
result.

Note:

Make sure to set the integrated trailer

brake controller gain to 0 if you are using an
aftermarket trailer brake controller.

USING THE INTEGRATED
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER

Make sure the trailer brakes are in good
working condition, functioning normally
and properly adjusted. See your trailer
dealer if necessary.

Note:

An authorized dealer can diagnose

the trailer brake controller to determine
exactly which trailer fault has occurred. Your
vehicle warranty does not cover issues with
your trailer.

2. Hook up the trailer and make the

electrical connections according to the
trailer manufacturer's instructions.

Note:

Select default mode if the trailer has

surge brakes, or no brakes at all. The system
has no effect on the braking performance
of the trailer in either of these cases.

Note:

If a trailer is connected by a four-pin

connector, the trailer braking function is not
supported.

3. When you plug in a trailer with electric

or electric-over-hydraulic brakes, a
message confirming connection
appears in the instrument cluster
display.

4. Use the gain adjustment to find the

desired starting point. A gain setting of
6.0 is a good starting point for heavier
loads.

Note:

Use the following steps to adjust the

gain setting whenever road, weather and
trailer, or vehicle loading conditions, change
from when you initially set the gain.

5. In a traffic-free environment, tow the

trailer on a dry, level surface and
squeeze the manual control lever
completely.

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6. If the trailer wheels lock up, indicated

by squealing tires, reduce the gain
setting. If the trailer wheels turn freely,
increase the gain setting. Repeat Steps
5 and 6 until the gain setting is at a
point just below trailer wheel lock-up.
If towing a heavier trailer, trailer wheel
lock-up may not be attainable even
with the maximum gain setting of 10.

Note:

Only perform this procedure at

speeds of approximately 20–25 mph
(30–40 km/h).

Note:

The trailer brake controller reduces

output at vehicle speeds below 11 mph
(18 km/h) so that trailer and vehicle braking
is not jerky or harsh. This feature is only
available when applying the brakes using
your vehicle's brake pedal, not the
controller.

Note:

Your vehicle's brake system and the

trailer brake system work independently of
each other. Changing the gain setting on the
controller does not affect the operation of
your vehicle's brakes whether you attach a
trailer or not.

Note:

With the proper electrical connection,

pressing your vehicle brake pedal or using
the manual control lever illuminates both
trailer and vehicle brake lamps.

Note:

When you switch the engine off, the

controller output is disabled and the display
and module shut down. The controller
module and display turn on when you switch
the ignition on.

Note:

Trailer braking is suspended during

stop/start events to minimize battery draw.

Adjusting the Trailer Brake Gain

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Use the gain adjustment (+) and
(-) buttons to increase or
decrease the gain setting to the
desired starting point. The trailer
brake controller allows
adjustment of brake gain from
0% to 100% in 5% increments
represented by 0 to 10 in 0.5
increments.

Trailer braking is directly applied
by the driver through this manual
slider.

Note:

Adjust gain setting before using the

trailer brake controller for the first time.

Note:

Set the gain to provide the maximum

trailer braking assistance while making sure
the trailer wheels do not lock when using
the brakes. Locked trailer wheels may lead
to trailer instability.

Note:

Setting adjustments are saved when

a trailer profile is selected.

Note:

If you have installed an aftermarket

trailer brake controller in addition to the
integrated trailer brake controller, set the
gain on the integrated trailer brake controller
to zero.

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Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

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ADJUSTING THE INTEGRATED
TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER
MODE

Select the correct integrated trailer brake
controller mode option using the
touchscreen.

Note:

Trailer brake gain settings are saved

to the active trailer profile.

Selecting the Trailer Brake Type

Press

Default

for trailers with

electromagnetic drum brake systems
or press

Electric over Hydraulic

for

trailers with electrically actuated
hydraulic brake systems.

2. Press

Save

Selecting the Trailer Brake Effort

Select a setting for your trailer.

Note:

The default value is

Low

and is the

recommended setting for most trailers.
Select a different setting if your trailer's
brakes require more initial voltage, or you
prefer more aggressive trailer braking.

2. Press

Save

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INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER –
TROUBLESHOOTING

INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

Details

Message

The system detects a correct trailer

connection during a given ignition cycle.

Trailer Connected

The system detects the trailer wiring

connection is disconnected during a given

ignition cycle.

Trailer Disconnected

The system detects an electrical fault in

the trailer brake circuit. If this message

appears without a trailer attached, see your

authorized dealer. If a trailer is attached,

inspect and repair the trailer wiring.

Trailer Wiring Fault

Displays the current gain setting for the

trailer brake.

Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}

Displays the current gain setting for the

trailer brake when you do not have a trailer

connected.

Trailer Brake Gain: {trailer gain value:#0.0}

No Trailer

Perform a trailer brake and trailer light

check if possible. If the message persists,

have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Trailer Brake Module Fault

The trailer battery voltage is too low to

charge.

Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual

Verify the trailer brake connections are

secure and that the aftermarket trailer

brake controller device is correctly installed.

Perform a trailer brake and trailer light

check if possible. If the message persists,

have your vehicle checked as soon as

possible.

Trailer brake system fault See manual

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Integrated Trailer Brake Controller

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HOW DOES TRAILER SWAY
CONTROL WORK

The system applies the brakes to the
individual wheels and reduces engine
torque to aid vehicle stability.

If the trailer begins to sway, the stability
control lamp flashes and the message

Trailer Sway Reduce Speed

appears in

the information display.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Check the vertical weight on the
tow ball and trailer load distribution.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Turning off trailer sway

control increases the risk of loss of
vehicle control, serious injury or death.
Ford does not recommend disabling this
feature except in situations where speed
reduction may be detrimental (such as
hill climbing), the driver has significant
trailer towing experience, and can control
trailer sway and maintain safe operation.

Note:

This feature only activates when

significant trailer sway occurs.

Note:

This feature does not prevent trailer

sway, but reduces it once it begins.

Note:

This feature cannot stop all trailers

from swaying.

Note:

In some cases, if vehicle speed is too

high, the system may activate multiple
times, gradually reducing vehicle speed.

SWITCHING TRAILER SWAY
CONTROL ON AND OFF

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Switch

Trailer Sway Control

on or off.

The system turns on each time you start
your vehicle.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
VIDEOS

Trailer Sway Control Video Link

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WHAT IS TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE

Trailer hitching assistance helps the driver
align the vehicle hitch ball to a trailer
coupler.

HOW DOES TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE WORK

Trailer hitching assistance uses the
following to detect your trailer:
•

Rear view camera.

•

Radar.

•

Parking aid sensors.

•

External rear lighting.

This feature also controls the following to
align the hitch ball with the trailer coupler:
•

Steering.

•

Shifting.

•

Braking and acceleration.

Note:

Blocked sensors could affect system

performance. Do not cover the sensors with
bumper stickers, tape, repair compound or
other objects.

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TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

You are responsible for

controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

The system is not

designed to detect cyclists,
motorcyclists, pedestrians or animals.
Apply the brakes when necessary. Failure
to follow this instruction could result
personal injury or death.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always drive with due
care and attention. Failure to take care
may result in a crash.

Note:

Fifth wheel and gooseneck trailers

are not supported.

Note:

Trailer hitching assistance only works

with conventional trailers, couplers and
hitch balls.

Note:

The hitch ball must be properly

installed on the vehicle for the system to
function as intended. An improperly
installed hitch ball could result in damage
to your vehicle or trailer.

Note:

Certain aftermarket modifications

such as oversized tires or lift kits could make
trailer hitching assistance fail or not work
as intended.

Note:

Keep the sensors and camera free

from snow, ice and dirt.

Note:

Clean the camera lens with a soft,

lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner.

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Trailer Hitching Assistance

(If Equipped)

TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE LIMITATIONS

The system could not function, or could
function with reduced performance, during
the following:
•

When using trailer hitching assistance
in tall grass and weeds.

•

When safety chains, cables or wiring
are dangling near the coupler.

•

When using trailer hitching assistance
on slippery surfaces.

•

When using hitches that raise the hitch
ball more than 4 in (10 cm), lower the
hitch ball by more than 6 in (16 cm) or
extend the hitch ball away from the
vehicle more than 12 in (30 cm).

•

When using hitches that are lower than
10 in (25 cm) off the ground.

•

When using objects taller than 8 in
(20 cm), such as large blocks under
the jack stand.

•

When you park the trailer on surfaces
that are similar in color to the trailer
coupler and hitch ball.
•

A black coupler or hitch ball over a
dark asphalt surface.

•

A light color coupler or hitch ball
over a light concrete surface.

•

When there are low or no light sources,
such as at night.

•

The system may not work accurately
during cold weather conditions. If this
occurs, allow the vehicle to reach
optimal temperature to resume
operation.

For additional information, refer to the Ford
Support website.

SWITCHING TRAILER
HITCHING ASSISTANCE ON
AND OFF

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Press the button to switch the system on
and off. You can also switch the system
off through the touchscreen.

USING TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE

Before switching on the system, make sure
that your vehicle:
•

Is within 20 ft (6 m) of the trailer and
no closer than 7 ft (2 m).

•

Is less than a 30° approach angle to
the trailer.

•

Is within 3 ft (1 m) of the front of the
trailer facing the same direction.

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Trailer Hitching Assistance

(If Equipped)

•

Is clear of obstacles or other vehicles
within 6 ft (1.8 m) on either side of your
vehicle or the trailer.

•

Has the tailgate in the closed position.

•

Has radar, sensor, and camera free
from snow, ice and dirt.

•

Has park aid sensors turned on in Sync
settings.

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Press the Pro Trailer button.

Note:

Press the Pro Trailer button to switch

the system on and off.

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2. Select No to Is a trailer connected on

the touchscreen to activate the system.

3. Follow the instructions on the

touchscreen.

Note:

Pressing the Pro Trailer button other

than when prompted turns off the system.

TRAILER HITCHING
ASSISTANCE INDICATORS

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The white indicator represents
the system searching for the
trailer. Continue moving the

vehicle until the trailer coupler is inside this
indicator. The indicator turns green once
the trailer coupler is in the correct position.

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The bracket shows you the
estimated location of your trailer.

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Trailer Hitching Assistance

(If Equipped)

WHAT IS SMART HITCH

Smart hitch shows how balanced the
weight is from the trailer onto the vehicle's
hitch and front axle.

HOW DOES SMART HITCH
WORK

Smart hitch uses sensors mounted to the
suspension to calculate the tongue weight
of the connected trailer.

SMART HITCH LIMITATIONS

You cannot use the system if any of the
following occur:
•

The wheels are not pointed straight
ahead.

•

Your vehicle is not in park (P).

•

Your vehicle is not on a level surface.

•

The tire pressures are below the
recommended levels.

•

Your vehicle is off.

USING SMART HITCH

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Smart Hitch

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Settings menu.

Quick setup.

Connection checklist.

Hitch type selection.

Smart Hitch Settings

Press the settings menu to adjust the
smart hitch settings.

Measurement Units

Press to change measurement units
between pounds and kilograms.

Quick Setup

Press to skip the trailer setup guide and
adjust the load in the trailer to a balanced
range.

Connection Checklist

Press to go through the trailer setup guide
and adjust the load in the trailer to a
balanced range.

Reset Hitch Weight

Press to reset the weight on the hitch to
zero.

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Smart Hitch

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Loaded Trailer Weight

Press to set the total weight of the loaded
trailer.

Note:

Make sure you include both the trailer

weight and the trailer cargo in your
calculation for total weight of the loaded
trailer.

Tail Lamps

Press to see the hitch load balance on the
vehicles tail lamps.

Hitch Type Selection

Press to select the hitch type.

Note:

The vehicle's tongue weight is not

available until you attach a trailer.

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WHAT IS ONBOARD SCALES

Onboard scales provides the estimated
payload of your vehicle and warns when
your vehicle is overloaded.

HOW DOES ONBOARD SCALES
WORK

Onboard scales uses sensors mounted to
the suspension to calculate the vehicle's
payload.

ONBOARD SCALES
LIMITATIONS

You cannot use the system if any of the
following occur:
•

The wheels are not pointed straight
ahead.

•

Your vehicle is not in park (P).

•

Your vehicle is not on a level surface.

•

The tire pressures are below the
recommended levels.

•

Your vehicle is off.

USING ONBOARD SCALES

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Onboard Scales

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Settings menu.

Estimated payload.

Tail lamps on and off.

Passenger and cargo load
reminder.

Vehicle capacity range.

Onboard Scale Settings

Vehicle Mode

Press to see the current estimated
payload.

Scale Mode

Press to see a representation of the weight
added to the vehicle's current payload and
to reset the scale to zero.

Passenger and Cargo Load Reminder

Press to switch the load reminder on or off.

Set Passenger and Cargo Load Reminder

Press to set a value of weight to be
considered in the vehicle that is not present
while the vehicle is being loaded.

Example of application: Passenger(s)
weight.

The default and minimum value is 150 lb
(75 kg).

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