Ford Ranger (2024 year). Manual in english

Note:

If your vehicle detects excessive heat

at the camera or a potential misalignment
condition, a message could display in the
instrument cluster indicating the sensor is
temporarily unavailable. When operational
conditions are correct, the message
deactivates. For example, when the ambient
temperature around the sensor decreases
or the sensor recalibrates successfully.

DISTANCE INDICATION

(IF

EQUIPPED)

WHAT IS DISTANCE INDICATION

Distance indication displays the gap
between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead of you.

Note:

The graphic does not display if you

switch on cruise control or adaptive cruise
control.

Time Gap

Distance Gap

Distance Indic-

ator Color

System Sensit-

ivity

Vehicle Speed

Greater than 0.9

seconds.

Greater than
82 ft (25 m).

Gray.

Normal.

62 mph

(100 km/h).

0.6-0.9

seconds.

56–82 ft

(17–25 m).

Yellow.

Less than 0.6

seconds.

Less than 56 ft

(17 m).

Red.

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SWITCHING DISTANCE
INDICATION ON AND OFF

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Pre-Collision Assist

4. Switch

Distance Indication

on or off.

DISTANCE INDICATION
INDICATOR

The indicator displays the time gap
between your vehicle and vehicles traveling
in the same direction ahead of you.

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DISTANCE ALERT

(IF EQUIPPED)

WHAT IS DISTANCE ALERT

The system alerts you with a warning lamp
if the distance to the vehicle ahead is
small.

Note:

The warning lamp does not

illuminate if cruise control or adaptive cruise
control is active.

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ADJUSTING THE SENSITIVITY OF
DISTANCE ALERT

To adjust the sensitivity of the system:

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Pre-Collision Assist

4. Press

Alert Sensitivity

5. Select a setting.

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY
BRAKING

WHAT IS AUTOMATIC
EMERGENCY BRAKING

Automatic emergency braking may
activate if the system determines that a
collision is imminent. The system may help
to reduce impact damage or avoid the
crash completely.

Automatic emergency braking is only
available up to certain speeds. See

Pre-Collision Assist Limitations

(page

311).

SWITCHING AUTOMATIC
EMERGENCY BRAKING ON AND
OFF

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Pre-Collision Assist

4. Switch

Automatic Emergency Braking

on or off.

EVASIVE STEERING ASSIST

(IF

EQUIPPED)

WHAT IS EVASIVE STEERING
ASSIST

If your vehicle is rapidly approaching a road
user, evasive steering assist helps you steer
around the road user.

After you turn the steering wheel in an
attempt to avoid a crash with the road
user, the system applies additional steering
torque to help you steer around the road
user. After you pass the road user, the
system applies steering torque when you
turn the steering wheel to steer back into
the lane. The system deactivates after you
fully pass the road user.

Note:

Road users are defined as

pedestrians or bicyclists in your vehicle's
path or another stationary vehicle in the
same lane or a vehicle traveling in the same
lane in the same direction as you. See

Pre-Collision Assist Precautions

(page

310).

EVASIVE STEERING ASSIST
LIMITATIONS

Evasive steering assist only activates when
all the following occur:
•

Automatic emergency braking and
evasive steering assist are on.

•

The system detects a road user ahead
and starts to apply the brakes.

•

You significantly turn the steering
wheel to steer around a road user.

Note:

Evasive steering assist does not

automatically steer around a road user. If
you do not turn the steering wheel, evasive
steering assist does not activate.

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Note:

Evasive steering assist does not

activate if the distance to the road user
ahead is too small and the system cannot
avoid a crash.

SWITCHING EVASIVE STEERING
ASSIST ON AND OFF

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Pre-Collision Assist

4. Switch

Evasive Steering

on or off.

Note:

If you switch automatic emergency

braking off, evasive steering assist turns off.

Note:

Automatic emergency braking and

evasive steering assist turn on every time
you switch the power on.

PRE-COLLISION ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING

PRE-COLLISION ASSIST –
WARNING LAMPS

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A telltale illuminates in the
instrument cluster display to
indicate if the system is disabled,

unavailable, or temporarily degraded due
to external environmental conditions.

Note:

No action is needed if the telltale

illuminates without a corresponding
information message. See

Pre-Collision

Assist Precautions

(page 310).

PRE-COLLISION ASSIST – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

You have a blocked sensor due to bad

weather, ice, mud or water in front of the

radar sensor. You can typically clean the

sensor to resolve.

Pre-Collision Assist Not Available Sensor

Blocked

A fault with the system has occurred. Have

your vehicle checked as soon as possible.

Pre-Collision Assist Not Available

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PRE-COLLISION ASSIST –
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Camera Troubleshooting

The windshield in front of the
camera is dirty or obstructed.

•

Clean the outside of the windshield in
front of the camera.

The windshield in front of the
camera is clean, but the message
remains in the instrument cluster
display.

•

Wait a short time. It could take several
minutes for the camera to detect that
there is no obstruction.

Radar Troubleshooting

(If Equipped)

The surface of the radar in the
grille is dirty or obstructed.

•

Clean the grille surface in front of the
radar or remove the object causing the
obstruction.

The surface of the radar in the
grille is clean, but the message
remains in the instrument cluster
display.

•

Wait a short time. It could take several
minutes for the radar to detect that
there is no obstruction.

Heavy rain, spray or fog is
interfering with the radar signals.

•

Due to the current conditions, the
system temporarily disables this
feature. Pre-collision assist reactivates
a short time after the weather
conditions improve.

Swirling water, snow or ice on the
surface of the road is interfering
with the radar signals.

•

Due to the current conditions, the
system temporarily disables this
feature. Pre-collision assist reactivates
a short time after the weather
conditions improve.

Radar is out of alignment due to a
front-end impact.

•

Have your vehicle serviced to have the
radar checked for proper coverage and
operation.

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WHAT IS SPEED SIGN
RECOGNITION

Speed sign recognition detects speed limit
signs to inform you of the current speed
limit. Detected speed signs appear in the
instrument cluster display.

HOW DOES SPEED SIGN
RECOGNITION WORK

Speed sign recognition uses a sensor
behind the interior mirror to detect speed
signs.

If your vehicle has speed sign recognition
with navigation, stored speed sign data
may influence the indicated speed limit
value.

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION
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:

In cold and severe

weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly if the sensor is blocked.
Keep the windshield free from
obstruction.

Note:

Do not carry out windshield repairs

in the immediate area surrounding the
sensor.

Note:

If your vehicle has a suspension kit

not approved by Ford, the system may not
correctly function.

Note:

The system may not detect all speed

signs and may incorrectly read signs.

Note:

Always fit our original parts when

replacing headlamp bulbs. Other bulbs may
reduce system performance.

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION
LIMITATIONS

Speed sign recognition may not operate
correctly due to:

•

Outdated map data.

•

Incorrect recognition of speed limits by
the sensor of signs on parallel roads or
exit ramps.

•

Missed recognition of faded, dirty, or
distorted signs.

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION
INDICATORS

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When the system detects a speed limit
sign, it appears in the instrument cluster
display.

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(If Equipped)

Note:

Sign indicator image may vary based

on your vehicle's display type.

SETTING THE SPEED SIGN
RECOGNITION SPEED
WARNING

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Speed Limit Assist

4. Select to switch the feature on or off.

SETTING THE SPEED SIGN
RECOGNITION SPEED
TOLERANCE

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Press

Speed Limit Assist

4. Press

Tolerance

5. Use the slider bar to select the required

level.

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION – TROUBLESHOOTING

SPEED SIGN RECOGNITION – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Details

Message

The traffic sign data provided by the navig-
ation system is unavailable due to weak or
no signal. Wait for a short period of time for

the signal to improve. If the message

continues to appear, have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Traffic Sign Reduced Performance See

Manual

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(If Equipped)

WHAT IS DRIVER ALERT

Driver alert alerts you if it determines that
you are becoming drowsy or if your driving
deteriorates.

HOW DOES DRIVER ALERT
WORK

Driver alert uses a front camera sensor
located behind the interior mirror to
calculate your alertness level based on
your driving behavior in relation to the lane
markings and other factors.

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DRIVER ALERT PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

You are responsible for

WARNING:

Take regular rest

breaks if you feel tired. Do not wait for
the system to warn you.

WARNING:

Certain driving styles

may result in the system warning you
even if you are not feeling tired.

WARNING:

In cold and severe

weather conditions the system may not
function. Rain, snow and spray can all
limit sensor performance.

WARNING:

The system will not

operate if the sensor cannot track the
road lane markings.

WARNING:

If damage occurs in the

immediate area surrounding the sensor,
have your vehicle checked as soon as
possible.

WARNING:

The system may not

correctly operate if your vehicle is fitted
with a suspension kit not approved by
us.

WARNING:

The system may not

operate properly if the sensor is blocked.
Keep the windshield free from
obstruction.

Note:

If something is blocking the camera

or damaged the windshield, Driver Alert may
not function.

DRIVER ALERT LIMITATIONS

Driver alert may not function correctly if:
•

The sensor cannot track the road lane
markings.

•

Your vehicle's speed is less than
approximately 40 mph (65 km/h).

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SWITCHING DRIVER ALERT ON
AND OFF

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Driver Assistance

3. Switch

Driver Alert

on or off.

Note:

The system remains on or off

depending on how it was last set.

Resetting Driver Alert

You can reset the system by either:
•

Switching your vehicle off and on.

•

Stopping the vehicle and then opening
and closing the driver door.

DRIVER ALERT INDICATORS

System Warnings

The warning system has two stages:

A temporary warning is issued to advise
you to take a rest. This message only
appears for a short time.

2. If you do not rest and the system

continues to detect that your driving
deteriorates, it issues a further warning.
This remains in the instrument cluster
display until you cancel it.

Note:

The system does not warn you if the

vehicle speed falls below approximately
40 mph (65 km/h).

DRIVER ALERT – TROUBLESHOOTING

DRIVER ALERT – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Action

Message

Stop and rest as soon as it is safe to do so.

Driver Alert Warning Rest Now

Take a rest soon.

Driver Alert Warning Rest Suggested

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(If Equipped)

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:

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.

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

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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

We do not recommend using your pickup
for carrying a slide-in camper.

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.

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

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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 337).

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
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.

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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.

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

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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.

PICKUP BED ANCHOR POINTS

PICKUP BED ANCHOR POINT
PRECAUTIONS

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 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:

Do not use the load

retaining fixtures for towing. Failure to
follow this instruction could result in
personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not exceed the

maximum load rating of the load
retaining fixtures. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury.

WARNING:

Check the load

retaining fixtures for damage before
using them. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury.

LOCATING THE PICKUP BED

ANCHOR POINTS

Pickup Bed Anchor Points

The pickup bed anchor points are in each
corner of the pickup bed.

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Adjustable Bed Rail

(If Equipped)

Sliding cleat tie-downs are on each side of
the pickup bed.

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Adjusting the Sliding Cleat Tie-downs

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Pull the release button on the cleat to
release the cleat.

2. Move the cleat to desired position.

3. Lock the cleat to the locking positions

on the sliding rails. Locking positions
can be identified as holes on the rails.

Note:

The release button returns to the lock

position only when the cleat is locked
correctly.

Note:

Do not load the cleat unless it is

properly locked onto the rail.

PICKUP BED ANCHOR POINT
LOAD CAPACITIES

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Maximum force

between diagonally

opposed anchor

points 600 lb

(272 kg).

Maximum force

between directly

opposed anchor

points 276 lb

(125 kg).

Note:

You could damage the pickup bed

walls if you overload the tie-downs.

Note:

Make sure that you properly balance

and secure the cargo load. Failure to do this
can cause cargo instability and damage to
the box.

Note:

Do not secure cargo with tie downs

connected from the tie-down brackets to
the pickup box tie-downs. This could cause
the tailgate to detach.

Adjustable Sliding Cleat Tie-Down
Load Capacities

The sliding cleats can be used to secure
loads. The maximum recommended load
is 551 lb (250 kg) per cleat.

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PICKUP BED SLOTS

LOCATING THE PICKUP BED
SLOTS

Slots in the pickup bed provide location
points for timber to support various loads.

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PICKUP BED ACCESS CAPS

WHAT ARE PICKUP BED ACCESS
CAPS

The pickup bed has removable access
caps that expose structural attachment
points used to fit aftermarket accessories.

LOCATING THE PICKUP BED
ACCESS CAPS

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Access caps are located on the sides of
the pickup bed. Remove the caps to access
the attachment points.

Note:

Replace the access caps when the

structural attachment points are no longer
being used.

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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. See

General Maintenance

Information

(page 534).

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 325).

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 range estimation.

Note:

Disabling the trailer detection

notification makes the default trailer profile
active when a connection is detected.

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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 loops on the tow bar.

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If the trailer safety chain hook has a latch,
make sure the latch is fully closed.

Trailer Connection Checklist

Access the applications drawer on the
touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Press

Connection Checklist

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.

Note:

The FordPass app allows one person

to confirm that all lights are functioning.

Performing the Trailer Lighting
Check Using the Touchscreen

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Open the towing app using

the app launcher.

2. Open the towing settings.

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

There are certain faults in your vehicle

wiring and trailer wiring or brake system.

Trailer Wiring Fault

There is a fault with your trailer battery, or

your trailer battery voltage is very low.

Trailer Battery Not Charging 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.

Towing a trailer also depends on
additional systems present in your

vehicle. See

Lane Centering

Precautions

(page 271).

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.

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.

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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 271).

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.

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

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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:

Disconnect the trailer wiring

connector before backing the trailer into the
water.

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Note:

Reconnect the trailer wiring

connector after removing the trailer from
the water.

Note:

Switch off Reverse Brake Assist if the

trailer wiring connector is disconnected. See

Switching Reverse Brake Assist On and
Off

(page 223).

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 or
locks.

•

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

The right-hand trailer turn lamp requires

service.

Trailer Right Turn Lamps Fault Check

Lamps

The trailer battery voltage is too low to

charge.

Trailer Battery Not Charging See Manual

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

The trailer stoplamps require service.

Trailer Stop Lamps Fault Check Lamps

The trailer sway control detects trailer

sway. Reduce the vehicle's speed.

Trailer Sway Reduce Speed

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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 will
not be supported.

Note:

If you push the gain button in case of

a trailer with mechanical brakes the
instrument cluster will display, Trailer
Brakes-No Trailer warning as the system
does not work with those trailers.

3. When you plug in a trailer with electric

or electric-over-hydraulic brakes, a
message confirming connection
appears in the information 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.

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5. In a traffic-free environment, tow the

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

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.

Adjusting the Trailer Brake Gain

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Increase or decrease the amount
of gain in set increments.

Slide the control to engage the
trailer brakes.

Note:

Adjust the gain setting before using

the trailer brake controller for the first time.

Note:

The gain should be set 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.

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.

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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

INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER –
TROUBLESHOOTING

INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER – INFORMATION
MESSAGES

Details

Message

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 and also when you have a trailer

connected with mechanical brakes.

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

No Trailer

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INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE
CONTROLLER – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I determine if there is an
issue with the wiring on my
vehicle?

•

A message displays accompanied by
a single tone when no trailer is
connected. This indicates the issue is
between the trailer brake controller
and the 7-pin connector at the bumper.

How do I determine if there is an
issue with the wiring on my trailer?

•

A message only displays when a trailer
is connected. Consult your trailer dealer
for assistance.

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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

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Open the towing app using

the app launcher.

2. Open the towing settings.

3. Switch

Trailer Sway Control

on or off.

The system turns on each time you start
your vehicle.

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