Ford F-350 (2024 year). Manual in english

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

To operate the power tailgate, the vehicle
must be in park (P) or reverse (R) and the
vehicle speed is less than 2.5 mph
(4 km/h).

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Press the button on the
instrument panel.

Note:

A tone sounds while the tailgate

opens.

Note:

The tailgate stops and reverses if it

detects an obstruction when opening.

Note:

An alert sounds if the electronic

tailgate is in manual mode.

Note:

A pop-up message appears on the

touchscreen if the tailgate is in manual
mode asking if you want to change back to
power mode.

OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

Unlock the vehicle with the remote
control, power door unlock control or
your phone as a key device.

Note:

If an authorized device 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 on the middle of the

tailgate.

OPENING THE TAILGATE USING
THE REMOTE CONTROL

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Press the remote control button
twice within three seconds.

CLOSING THE TAILGATE

CLOSING THE TAILGATE FROM
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

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Press the button on the
instrument panel.

Note:

The tailgate does not close if the

vehicle speed is at or above 2.5 mph
(4 km/h).

Note:

The tailgate does not close with the

tailgate step ajar. A Step Ajar message
displays on the instrument panel.

Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate

CLOSING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

You can close the power tailgate by:
•

Pressing the tailgate button on your
remote control twice within three
seconds.

•

Pressing the button on the tailgate
once.

Note:

A tone sounds while the tailgate

closes.

Note:

The tailgate stops and reverses if it

detects an obstruction when closing.

Lift-to-Close

To close the tailgate automatically using
lift-to-close, lift the tailgate approximately
4 in (10 cm) and hold it for a few seconds.

Note:

If the tailgate position is more than

halfway open, it may not close
automatically.

Manual Close

You can close the tailgate manually when
you lift the tailgate in a continuous motion.

If you stop the tailgate motion, the
lift-to-close feature engages and power
closes the tailgate.

Putting the Tailgate in Manual Mode

You can put the tailgate in manual mode
through the vehicle settings in your
touchscreen.

Note:

In manual mode, the tailgate only

opens by the tailgate release button on the
tailgate and messaging is reduced.

Note:

A pop-up message appears on the

touchscreen if you press the tailgate button
on the instrument panel when the tailgate
is in Manual mode.

CLOSING 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.

WARNING:

The tailgate is heavy.

Removal of the tailgate requires two
adults. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or property
damage.

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Put the tailgate into manual mode by
accessing the vehicle settings using the
touchscreen.

2. Open the tailgate.

3. Disconnect the power door locks in-line

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

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4. Install the protective cap on the in-line

connector portion that remains under
the pickup box.

Note:

The protective cap is in the glove

compartment.

5. Partially raise 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.

6. Fully lower the tailgate.

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Remove the retaining screw.

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8. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the

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

9. Disconnect the other cable.

10.

Lift the tailgate to 45 degrees from
the horizontal position.

11.

Lift the right-hand side off its hinge.

12.

Lift the tailgate to 80 degrees from
the horizontal position.

13.

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

14.

Install the tailgate in reverse order.

Note:

After reinstalling the tailgate it is

important to reinstall the retaining screw to
the recommended torque,11.06 lb.ft
(15 Nm). Failure to install the retaining
screw can cause the tailgate to detach.

TAILGATE STEP

ACCESSING THE TAILGATE STEP

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

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

Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate

TAILGATE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

Why won't my power tailgate
open?

•

Make sure the tailgate is in power
mode.

•

Make sure the vehicle is in park (P) or
reverse (R) and the vehicle speed is
less than 4 km/h.

•

The tailgate will not close if your
vehicle speed is at or above 2.5 mph
(4 km/h).

•

Make sure nothing is obstructing the
tailgate path and or causing resistance
such as 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.

•

Make sure the ignition is on and the
vehicle is in park (P) or reverse (R) and
the vehicle speed is less than 4 km/h.

•

The tailgate will not close if your
vehicle speed is at or above 2.5 mph
(4 km/h).

•

Make sure nothing is obstructing the
tailgate path and or causing resistance
such as 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.

TAILGATE VIDEOS

Integrated Tailgate Step Video Link

Remote tailgate release Video Link

Tailgate - Vehicles With: Power Tailgate

TAILGATE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

It is extremely

OPENING THE TAILGATE

OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
INSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

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

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Press the button on the
instrument panel twice within
three seconds.

OPENING THE TAILGATE FROM
OUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE

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 twice within three
seconds.

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.

WARNING:

The tailgate is heavy.

Removal of the tailgate requires two
adults. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or property
damage.

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Obtain the tailgate removal kit from
the glove compartment.

2. Locate and disconnect the frame

connections. They are on the left-hand
side of the vehicle.

Note:

Your vehicle may have up to three

frame connections.

3. Install the protective caps on the in-line

connector portion that remains under
the pickup box.

Note:

If you do not install the caps on the

connectors, some features may not operate
as intended.

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.

Disconnect the other cable.

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

ACCESSING THE TAILGATE STEP

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

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

TAILGATE – TROUBLESHOOTING

TAILGATE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

The tailgate is not completely closed.

Tailgate Ajar

The vehicle must be in park (P) to operate the remote release

tailgate.

Shift to Park to

operate tailgate

Tailgate - Vehicles With: Remote Power Tailgate Release

PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM

WHAT IS THE PASSIVE ANTI-
THEFT SYSTEM

The passive anti-theft system prevents
someone from starting your 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 your vehicle off.

It disarms when you switch your vehicle 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

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 356).

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.

WHAT IS THE BATTERY BACKUP
ALARM

(If Equipped)

The battery backup alarm is an additional
alarm sounder that has its own battery. It
can detect if your vehicle's 12V battery is
disconnected to overcome the alarm
system.

ARMING THE ANTI-THEFT ALARM
SYSTEM

The alarm is ready to arm when you switch
your vehicle 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

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

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 your vehicle off.

Note:

If you do not choose a setting, the

system defaults to all sensors.

SWITCHING ASK ON EXIT ON AND
OFF

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

3. Press

Alarm System

4. Switch

Ask on Exit

on or off.

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SECURITY – TROUBLESHOOTING

SECURITY – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

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

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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

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Power Running Board

3. Press

SETTINGS

Power Boards Modes

Note:

When the vehicle speed is more than

3 mph (5 km/h), the option to select the
modes disables, to avoid unintended
operation.

Note:

The power running boards reverse

direction and move to the end of travel if
they encounter an object when moving.
Keep the power running boards and
brackets clean for optimum performance.

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.

•

Instantly after you close and lock the
doors.

•

If you unlock the door but do not open
it, after the timeout.

•

If you have switched approach
detection on and do not open a door
before the auto timer setting expires.

•

When the vehicle speed is more than
3 mph (5 km/h).

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. The
power running boards stow when the
vehicle speed is more than 5 km/h, and the
mode changes to auto. You need to select
Out mode again if you want the power
running boards to stay deployed at the end
of each trip.

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(If Equipped)

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 BOARDS –
TROUBLESHOOTING

POWER RUNNING BOARDS –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is there unwanted noise
coming from my power running
boards?

•

The power running board mechanism
could trap debris such as mud, dirt,
snow, ice and salt. If this happens, set
the running boards to the deployed
position. Wash the system, in particular
the front and rear hinge arms, with a
high-pressure car wash wand.

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Power Running Boards

(If Equipped)

ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH:
MANUAL ADJUSTABLE
STEERING COLUMN

WARNING:

Do not adjust the

steering wheel when your vehicle is
moving.

Note:

Make sure that you are sitting in the

correct position. See

Sitting in the Correct

Position

(page 157).

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Unlock the steering column by pulling
the lever down.

2. Adjust the steering wheel to the

preferred position. The wheel can move
up or down, in or out.

3. Lock the steering column into position

by pushing the lever up into the locked
position.

ADJUSTING THE STEERING
WHEEL - VEHICLES WITH:
POWER ADJUSTABLE
STEERING COLUMN

WARNING:

Do not adjust the

steering wheel when your vehicle is
moving.

Note:

Make sure that you are sitting in the

correct position. See

Sitting in the Correct

Position

(page 157).

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Use the control on the side of the steering
column to adjust the position.

To adjust:
•

Tilt: Press the top or bottom of the
control.

•

Telescope: Press the front or rear of
the control.

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Steering Wheel

End of Travel Position

The steering column sets a stopping
position just short of the end of the column
position to prevent damage to the steering
column. A new stopping position sets if
the steering column encounters an object
when tilting or telescoping.

To reset the steering column to its normal
stopping position:

Confirm there is nothing obstructing
the motion of the steering column.

2. Press and hold the steering column

control until the steering column stops
moving.

3. Press the steering column control

again.

Note:

The steering column may begin to

move again.

4. When the steering column stops,

continue holding the control for a few
seconds.

5. Repeat for each direction as necessary.

A new stopping position sets. The next
time you tilt or telescope the steering
column, it stops just short of the end of the
column position.

Memory Feature

(If Equipped)

You can save and recall the steering
column position with the memory
function. See

Memory Function

(page

173).

Pressing the adjustment control during a
memory recall cancels the operation.

Easy Entry and Exit Feature

The column moves up when you switch
the ignition off. Switch the ignition on to
return the system to its previous settings.
You can switch this feature on or off in the
instrument cluster display.

Note:

If you press any adjustment or

memory button when in easy exit mode, the
system cancels the operation.

Note:

Depending on your vehicle, the

column may move up and in.

RESETTING THE STOPPING
POSITION - VEHICLES WITH:
POWER ADJUSTABLE
STEERING COLUMN

Note:

The steering wheel stops when it

detects an obstruction. This sets a new
stopping position.

To reset the steering column to its normal
stopping position:

Confirm there is nothing obstructing
the motion of the steering column.

2. Press and hold the steering column

control until the steering column stops
moving.

3. Press the steering column control

again.

Note:

The steering column may start to

move again.

4. When the steering column stops,

continue holding the control for a few
seconds.

5. Repeat for each direction, as necessary.

HORN

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Press on the center of the
steering wheel near the horn icon
to activate the horn.

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Steering Wheel

SWITCHING THE HEATED
STEERING WHEEL ON AND OFF
- VEHICLES WITH: HEATED
STEERING WHEEL

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To activate the heated steering
wheel, press the button on the
climate control unit. An indicator

illuminates when the heated steering
wheel is on. To turn it off, press the heated
steering wheel button again.

Note:

The engine must be running to use

the heated steering wheel.

Note:

A sensor regulates the temperature

of the steering wheel.

Note:

The heated steering wheel may

remain on after remote starting your vehicle,
depending on the remote start settings. It
may also turn on when you start your vehicle
if it was on the last time the engine was
switched off.

Note:

In warm temperatures, the steering

wheel quickly reaches its maximum
temperature and the system reduces the
current to the heating element. This could
cause you to think that the system has
stopped working but it has not. This is
normal.

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Steering Wheel

ADJUSTING THE PEDALS

WARNING:

Do not use the pedal

adjustment controls when the vehicle is
moving. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.

Your control is on the left-hand side of the
steering column or on the instrument
panel.

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Farther away from you.

Closer to you.

You can save and recall the pedal positions
with the memory feature. See

Memory

Function

(page 173).

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Adjustable Pedals

(If Equipped)

WIPERS

WIPER PRECAUTIONS

Do not operate the wipers on a dry
windshield. This could scratch the glass or
damage the wiper blades. Use the
windshield washers before wiping a dry
windshield.

Fully defrost the windshield before you
switch the windshield wipers on.

Switch the windshield wipers off before
entering a car wash.

SWITCHING WINDSHIELD WIPERS
ON AND OFF

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High-speed wipe.

Low-speed wipe.

Intermittent wipe.

Off.

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Use the rotary control.

AUTOWIPERS

(IF EQUIPPED)

WHAT ARE AUTOWIPERS

Autowipers turns on and controls the
speed and frequency of the windshield
wipers.

AUTOWIPERS SETTINGS

Access the vehicle drawer on the
touchscreen.

2. Press

SETTINGS

3. Press

Vehicle

4. Press

Wipers

5. Switch

Rain Sensing

on or off.

Note:

When you switch the feature off, the

wipers do not operate based on the rain
sensor. When you switch on the windshield
wipers to the intermittent wipe position with
the feature off, the wipers use the wipe
speed set by the rotary control.

ADJUSTING THE SENSITIVITY OF
THE RAIN SENSOR

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Low sensitivity.

High sensitivity.

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Wipers and Washers

Use the rotary control to set the rain sensor
sensitivity.

Note:

Use intermittent wipe positions to

adjust the rain sensor sensitivity.

When you select low sensitivity, the wipers
operate when the sensor detects a large
amount of water on the windshield.

When you select high sensitivity, the wipers
operate when the sensor detects a small
amount of water on the windshield.

CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES

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Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.

REPLACING THE FRONT
WIPER BLADES

Make sure your vehicle is off before
beginning this procedure.

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Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.

Note:

Do not hold the wiper blade to lift the

wiper arm.

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2. Press the wiper blade locking clip.

3. Remove the wiper blade.

Note:

Make sure that the wiper arm does

not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.

4. To install, reverse the removal

procedure.

Note:

Make sure that the wiper blade locks

into place.

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WASHERS

WASHER PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

If you operate your

vehicle in temperatures below 41°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired
windshield vision and increase the risk
of injury or accident.

Do not operate the washers when the
washer reservoir is empty. This could cause
the washer pump to overheat.

Keep the outside of the windshield clean.
The rain sensor is very sensitive and the
wipers may operate if dirt, mist or insects
hit the windshield.

USING THE WINDSHIELD WASHER

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Press and hold the button at the
end of the lever to operate the
windshield washer.

Note:

A courtesy wipe occurs a short time

after the wipers stop to clear any remaining
washer fluid when switched on. See

Switching the Courtesy Wipe On and Off

(page 112).

SWITCHING THE COURTESY WIPE
ON AND OFF

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle Settings

3. Press

Wipers

4. Switch

Courtesy Wipe

on or off.

Note:

When you switch the feature on, the

wipers make an additional single wipe at
the end of the washer request. When you
switch it off, the wipers finish the current
washer request.

ADDING WASHER FLUID

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WASHER FLUID SPECIFICATION

See

Washer Fluid Specification

(page

536).

WIPERS AND WASHERS
VIDEOS

Improving Your Windshield Wiper
Performance Video Link

Courtesy Wipe Video Link

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WIPERS AND WASHERS –
TROUBLESHOOTING

WIPERS AND WASHERS –
WARNING LAMPS

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Illuminates when the windshield
washer fluid is low.

WIPERS AND WASHERS –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why are there streaks and smears
on the windshield?

•

The wiper blades could be dirty, worn
or damaged. Check the wiper blades.
See

Checking the Wiper Blades

(page 111). If the wiper blades are dirty,
clean them with washer fluid or water
applied with a soft sponge or cloth. If
the wiper blades are worn or damaged,
install new ones. See

Replacing the

Front Wiper Blades

(page 111).

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CONTROL

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Lamps off.

Parking lamps on.

Autolamps on.

Headlamps on.

Rotate the control to make a selection.

Note:

The lighting control defaults to

autolamps every time you switch your
vehicle on.

HEADLAMPS

USING THE HIGH BEAM
HEADLAMPS

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Push the lever away from you to
switch the high beam on.

Push the lever forward again or pull the
lever toward you to switch the high beams
off.

Slightly pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the headlamps.

Note:

Continuous activation only with

headlamps on.

ADJUSTING THE LEVEL OF THE
HEADLAMPS

Your vehicle has a dynamic leveling
system. The headlamps do not require
additional aim adjustment.

HEADLAMP INDICATORS

Lamps On

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Illuminates when you switch the
low beam headlamps or the
parking lamps on.

Headlamp High Beam

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Illuminates when you switch the
high beam headlamps on.

HEADLAMPS –
TROUBLESHOOTING

HEADLAMPS – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is there condensation in the
headlamps?

•

Headlamps have vents to
accommodate normal changes in air
pressure. Condensation can be a
natural by-product of this design.
When moist air enters the lamp
assembly through the vents, there is a
possibility that condensation can occur

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when the temperature is cold. When
normal condensation occurs, a fine
mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The fine mist eventually clears
and exits through the vents during
normal operation.

How much condensation is
acceptable?

•

The presence of a fine mist, for
example no streaks, drip marks or large
droplets. A fine mist covers less than
50% of the lens.

How long does it take for the
acceptable condensation to clear?

•

Clearing time can take as long as 48
hours under dry weather conditions.

How much condensation is
unacceptable?

•

A water puddle inside the lamp.
Streaks, drip marks or large droplets
present on the interior of the lens.

What should I do if unacceptable
condensation is present?

•

Have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

Why do my headlamps turn off
when I have them switched on
when I switch my vehicle off?

•

The battery saver turns the headlamps
off after a short period of time after you
switch your vehicle off.

AUTOLAMPS

WHAT ARE AUTOLAMPS

WARNING:

The system does not

relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may
need to override the system if it does not
turn the headlamps on in low visibility
conditions, for example daytime fog.

Autolamps turn the headlamps on in low
light situations or when the windshield
wipers operate.

AUTOLAMP SETTINGS

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle Settings

3. Press

Lighting

4. Press

Autolamp Delay

5. Press a setting.

EXTERIOR LAMPS

USING THE TURN SIGNAL LAMPS

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E67018

Push the lever up or down to
switch the turn signal lamps on.

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Set the lever to the middle position to
switch the turn signal lamps off.

Note:

Tap the lever up or down to make the

turn signal lamps flash three times.

Turn Signal Lamp Indicator

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It flashes when you switch the
turn signal lamps on.

Note:

An increase in the rate of flashing

warns of a failed turn signal lamp.

HOW DO CORNERING LAMPS
WORK

The cornering lamps illuminate the inside
of a corner when you are turning the
steering wheel or when you switch the turn
signal lamps on. They turn on when the
vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h).

Note:

Only the cornering lamp on the side

your vehicle is turning illuminates.

Note:

Cornering lamps do not operate if

you switch the front fog lamps on.

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Headlamp beam.

Cornering lamp beam.

SWITCHING THE DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS ON AND OFF -
VEHICLES WITH: CONFIGURABLE
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS

WARNING:

The daytime running

lamps system does not activate the rear
lamps and may not provide adequate
lighting during low visibility driving
conditions. Make sure you switch the
headlamps on, as appropriate, during all
low visibility conditions. Failure to do so
may result in a crash.

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle Settings

3. Press

Lighting

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4. Switch

Daytime Running Lights

on or

off.

The daytime running lamps turn on when
all of the following occur:
•

You switch the system on.

•

You switch your vehicle on.

•

The transmission is not in park (P) for
vehicles with automatic transmissions
or you release the parking brake for
vehicles with manual transmissions.

•

The lighting control is in the autolamps
position.

•

The headlamps are off.

Note:

Other lighting control positions do

not turn on the daytime running lamps.

SWITCHING THE DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS ON AND OFF -
VEHICLES WITH: DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS (DRL)

WARNING:

The daytime running

Daytime running lamps are always on
unless you switch on the headlamps or
your vehicle is in park (P).

USING THE FRONT FOG LAMPS

(If

Equipped)

To switch the lamps on or off:

Set the lighting control to the parking
lamps, headlamps or autolamps
position.

Note:

When the lighting control is in the

autolamps position, you cannot switch the
fog lamps on unless the low beam
headlamps are on.

Press the button on the

lighting control to switch the front fog
lamps on or off.

Note:

Only switch the front fog lamps on

during reduced visibility.

Note:

The brightness of the daytime running

lamps may decrease when the front fog
lamps are switched on.

Note:

The front fog lamps lights switch off

automatically when high beams are
activated.

Front Fog Lamps Indicator

It illuminates when you switch
the front fog lamps on.

SWITCHING THE CARGO LAMPS
ON

(If Equipped)

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Press the button in the lighting
control or in the rear cargo box.

SWITCHING THE SPOT LAMPS ON
AND OFF

(If Equipped)

The spot lamp buttons are near the lighting
control.

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Press the button to switch on the
left-hand spot lamp.

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Press the button to switch on the
right-hand spot lamp.

Move the position of the exterior mirrors
to adjust the aim.

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Note:

Make sure you switch your vehicle on,

with the vehicle in accessory mode or
running.

Note:

The spot lamps turn off after 6 mph

(10 km/h).

Note:

The spot lamps illuminate the area

in front of and to the side of your vehicle.

SWITCHING WELCOME LIGHTING
ON AND OFF

The system turns on the exterior lamps
when you approach your vehicle with an
authenticated device, unlock your vehicle
or interact with any of the doors. If you
open or close any door, the lamps stay on
for a short period of time to provide
courtesy lighting.

Note:

Welcome lighting still displays when

you use your remote control to unlock your
vehicle or interact with any of the doors.

To switch the system on or off:

Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Vehicle

3. Press

Lighting

4. Switch

Welcome Lighting

on or off.

Note:

Depending on your vehicle's

configuration, you may not have the option
to switch the feature on and off.

To conserve power, the system may not
work when you are approaching your
vehicle if:

•

The 12-volt battery is low.

•

The system was triggered 10 times
prior to starting the vehicle.

•

The vehicle is left unused for a few
days.

EXTERIOR LAMPS ON AUDIBLE
WARNING

Sounds when you open the driver door and
the exterior lamps are on.

EXTERIOR ZONE LIGHTING

(IF

EQUIPPED)

WHAT IS EXTERIOR ZONE
LIGHTING

Exterior zone lighting divides the exterior
lighting into zones and allows you to switch
them on and off to provide lighting around
the perimeter of your vehicle.

USING THE EXTERIOR ZONE
LIGHTING

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Zone Lighting

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On and off button.

Settings menu.

Exterior lamp indicators.

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Individual zones on and off.

All zones on and off.

You can use zone lighting when your
vehicle is on or off. When it is off, the
lighting turns off after a certain period of
time.

You can also use individual zone controls
to switch on each zone.

Note:

Make sure to remove exterior lighting

covers when using zone lighting.

Note:

When your vehicle is off and the timer

has one minute remaining, the direction
indicators flash six times.

Note:

Indicators on the touchscreen

illuminate when the lights outside of the
zone lighting control are on.

Note:

You can remotely control the zone

lighting using the FordPass app.

Note:

Vehicles without spot lamps only

have two zones.

EXTERIOR ZONE LIGHTING
SETTINGS

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Zone Lighting

3. Press the settings menu in the upper

right-hand corner.

4. Press a setting.

Enable Autolamp Override

This setting allows your vehicle to override
the autolamps when using zone lighting.

When you access zone lighting for the first
time, you can choose this setting. You can
change this setting at any time.

Include Reverse Lamps

This setting turns the reverse lamps on
when you switch the rear lighting zone on.

Switch this setting off if you have a backup
alarm installed to prevent the reverse
lamps from turning on and sounding the
alarm when using zone lighting.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL

(IF EQUIPPED)

HOW DOES AUTOMATIC HIGH
BEAM CONTROL WORK

Automatic high beam control turns the
high beams on if it is dark enough and no
other traffic is present. If it detects an
approaching vehicle’s headlamps or tail
lamps, or street lighting ahead, the system
turns the high beams off.

A camera sensor, centrally mounted
behind the windshield of your vehicle,
continuously monitors conditions to turn
the high beams on and off.

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Without automatic high beam
control.

With automatic high beam
control.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

The system does not

relieve you of your responsibility to drive
with due care and attention. You may
need to override the system if it does not
turn the high beams on or off.

WARNING:

The system may not

switch the high beams off if the lights of
oncoming vehicles are hidden by
obstacles, for example guard rails.

WARNING:

You may need to

override the system when approaching
other road users.

WARNING:

In situations with poor

visibility, such as fog, heavy rain or other
inclement weather, you may need to
override or completely switch off the
system.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

The system turns the high beams on if all
of the following occur:
•

You switch the system on.

•

You set the lighting control to the
autolamps position.

•

The ambient light level is low enough
that you require high beams.

•

There is no traffic in front of your
vehicle.

•

The vehicle speed is greater than
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL LIMITATIONS

The system turns the high beams off if any
of the following occur:
•

You switch the system off.

•

You set the lighting control to any
position except autolamps.

•

The ambient light level is high enough
that you do not require high beams.

•

The system detects an approaching
vehicle's headlamps or a leading
vehicle's tail lamps.

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•

The system detects severe rain, snow
or fog.

•

The system detects street lighting.

•

The camera has reduced visibility.

•

The vehicle speed falls below
approximately 19 mph (30 km/h).

Note:

The deactivation speed may be lower

on curves.

SWITCHING AUTOMATIC HIGH
BEAM CONTROL ON AND OFF

Using the instrument cluster controls
on the steering wheel, select

Settings

2. Select

Vehicle

3. Select

Lighting

4. Switch

Auto High Beam

on or off.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM
CONTROL INDICATORS

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Illuminates to confirm when the
system is ready to assist.

OVERRIDING AUTOMATIC HIGH
BEAM CONTROL

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Push the lever away from you to switch
the high beams on.

Push the lever away from you again to
switch the high beams off.

Push the lever away from you for a third
time to switch automatic high beam
control back on.

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL – TROUBLESHOOTING

(IF

EQUIPPED)

AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM CONTROL – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

The camera has reduced visibility. Clean the windshield. If
the message continues to appear, have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible.

Front Camera Low Visib-
ility Clean Screen

The camera has malfunctioned. Wait a short period of time
for the camera to cool down. If the message continues to
appear, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Front Camera Tempor-
arily Not Available

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

Front Camera Malfunc-
tion Service Required

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