2025 Ford F150 Owner's Manual
Year:
2025
Make:
Ford
Model:
F150
Table of Contents
Table of contents
5
Copyright ©
3
About Us
23
SVT
23
Team RS
23
Ford Performance
23
Contacting Us
24
Contacting Us
24
Introduction
26
About This Publication
26
Using This Publication
27
Symbols Glossary
28
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle
28
Symbols Used On Your Instrument Cluster - Excluding: Raptor
30
Symbols Used On Your Instrument Cluster - Raptor
33
Data Privacy
37
Data Privacy
37
Service Data
38
Event Data
38
Settings Data
39
Connected Vehicle Data - Excluding: Police Responder
39
Mobile Device Data
40
Emergency Call System Data
40
Environment
41
Protecting the Environment
41
Visual Search
42
Interior Overview - Excluding: Raptor
42
Interior Overview - Raptor
43
Exterior Overview - Excluding: Raptor
44
Exterior Overview - Raptor
45
Unique Features
46
Unique Features - 5.2L
46
Unique Features - 3.5L
46
Off-Road Overview
48
Child Safety
49
Child Safety Precautions
49
Child Restraint Anchor Points
50
Child Restraints
52
Installing Child Restraints
53
Booster Seats
60
Child Safety Locks - Crew Cab/SuperCab
62
Seatbelts
63
Seatbelt Precautions
63
Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts
64
Sensitive Locking Mode
65
Automatic Locking Mode
65
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy
66
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height
66
Adjusting the Seatbelt Length
67
Seatbelt Reminder
67
Checking the Seatbelts
69
Seatbelt Extensions
69
Personal Safety System™
70
What Is the Personal Safety System
70
How Does the Personal Safety System Work
70
Personal Safety System Components
70
Airbags
71
How Do the Front Airbags Work
71
How Do the Side Airbags Work
71
How Do the Knee Airbags Work
72
How Does the Safety Canopy™ Work
72
Airbag Precautions
73
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats
74
Children and Airbags
74
Front Passenger Sensing System
75
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator - Excluding: Police Responder
78
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator - Police Responder
79
Disposing of Airbags
85
Pedestrian Alert System
86
What Is the Pedestrian Alert System
86
911 Assist
87
What Is 911 Assist
87
How Does 911 Assist Work
87
Emergency Call Requirements
87
Emergency Call Limitations
88
Keys and Remote Controls
89
Remote Control Limitations
89
Using the Remote Control - Police Responder
89
Using the Remote Control
90
Opening and Closing the Flip Key - Vehicles With: Flip Key
90
Removing the Key Blade - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
91
Sounding the Panic Alarm
91
Locating Your Vehicle
91
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Police Responder
91
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
92
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key
94
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
95
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
95
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Flip Key
96
Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Flip Key
97
Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
97
Using the Valet Mode
97
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting
98
Doors and Locks
99
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle
99
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle
99
Autounlock
100
Autolock
100
Mislock
100
Autorelock
101
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings
101
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting
101
Keyless Entry
103
What Is Keyless Entry
103
Keyless Entry Limitations
103
Keyless Entry Settings
103
Using Keyless Entry
103
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting
104
Easy Entry and Exit
105
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work
105
Switching Easy Entry and Exit On and Off
105
Tailgate
106
Tailgate Precautions
106
Opening the Tailgate
106
Locking and Unlocking the Tailgate
106
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
106
Tailgate Step
107
Tailgate Work Surface
108
Tailgate
110
Tailgate Precautions
110
Opening the Tailgate
110
Closing the Tailgate
110
Using the Multi-Access Tailgate
111
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
112
Tailgate Work Surface
113
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
114
Tailgate
117
Tailgate Precautions
117
Opening the Tailgate
117
Closing the Tailgate
117
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
118
Tailgate Step
120
Tailgate Work Surface
121
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
121
Tailgate
124
Tailgate Precautions
124
Opening the Tailgate
124
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
124
Tailgate Step
125
Tailgate Work Surface
126
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
127
Security
129
Passive Anti-Theft System
129
Anti-Theft Alarm System
129
Using the Police Perimeter Alert System - Police
130
Security – Troubleshooting
131
Power Running Boards
133
Power Running Board Precautions
133
Power Running Board Settings
133
Power Running Boards – Troubleshooting
134
Steering Wheel
135
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column
135
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
135
Resetting the Stopping Position - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
136
Horn
136
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off - Vehicles With: Heated Steering Wheel
136
Adjustable Pedals
137
Adjusting the Pedals
137
Wipers and Washers
138
Wipers
138
Autowipers
138
Checking the Wiper Blades
139
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
139
Washers
140
Wipers and Washers Videos
141
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting
141
Exterior Lighting
142
Exterior Lighting Control - Excluding: Police
142
Exterior Lighting Control - Police
142
Headlamps
142
Headlamps – Troubleshooting
143
Autolamps
144
Exterior Lamps
144
Exterior Zone Lighting
147
Automatic High Beam Control - Excluding: Police
148
Automatic High Beam Control – Troubleshooting - Excluding: Police
150
Adaptive Front Lighting
151
Exterior Lighting Videos
151
Interior Lighting
152
Switching All of the Interior Lamps On and Off
152
Switching the Front Interior Lamps On and Off - Excluding: Police Responder
152
Switching the Front Interior Lamps On and Off - Police Responder
152
Switching the Rear Interior Lamps On and Off
153
Interior Lamp Function
153
Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness
153
Ambient Lighting
153
Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting
154
Windows
155
Opening and Closing the Windows
155
Global Opening
156
Window Bounce-Back
156
Locking the Rear Window Controls - Crew Cab/SuperCab
156
Opening and Closing the Sliding Windows
157
Interior Mirror
158
Interior Mirror Precautions
158
Manually Dimming the Interior Mirror
158
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
158
Exterior Mirrors
159
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors
159
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Manual Folding Mirrors
159
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Power Fold Exterior Mirrors
159
Extending the Exterior Mirrors
160
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror
161
Glass Roof
162
Opening and Closing the Sunshade
162
Opening and Closing the Glass Roof
162
Venting the Glass Roof
163
Glass Roof Bounce-Back
163
Instrument Cluster
164
Instrument Cluster Overview - Excluding: Raptor
164
Instrument Cluster Overview - Raptor
165
Tachometer
165
Speedometer
165
Fuel Gauge
165
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
166
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
166
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
166
Turbo Boost Gauge
166
Instrument Cluster Display
167
Using the Instrument Cluster Display Controls
167
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Excluding: Raptor
167
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Raptor
168
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display
168
EV Coach - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
169
Brake Coach - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
169
Trip Summary - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
169
Trip Computer
170
Accessing the Trip Computer
170
Resetting the Trip Computer
170
Head Up Display
171
What Is the Head Up Display
171
Switching the Head Up Display On and Off
171
Head Up Display Settings
171
Head Up Display Indicators
171
Head Up Display – Troubleshooting
176
Remote Start
177
Using Remote Start
177
Remote Start Settings
177
Climate Control
178
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
178
Switching Climate Control On and Off
178
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
178
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
178
Switching Defrost On and Off
178
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
178
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
179
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
179
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
179
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
179
Setting the Temperature
179
Directing the Flow of Air
180
Auto Mode
180
Climate Control Hints
181
Air Conditioning System Refrigerant
182
Climate Control
183
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
183
Switching Climate Control On and Off
183
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
183
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
183
Switching Defrost On and Off
183
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
183
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
184
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
184
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
184
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
184
Setting the Temperature
184
Directing the Flow of Air
185
Climate Control Hints
185
Air Conditioning System Refrigerant
186
Interior Air Quality
187
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
187
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
187
Front Seats
188
Front Seat Precautions
188
Sitting in the Correct Position
188
Manual Seats
189
Power Seats
191
Massage Seats
194
Heated Seats
195
Ventilated Seats
195
Rear Seats
197
Manual Seats
197
Heated Seats
199
Rear Occupant Alert System
200
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
200
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
200
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
200
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
200
Rear Occupant Alert System Settings
201
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
201
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
202
Memory Function
203
What Is the Memory Function
203
Memory Function Precautions
203
Locating the Memory Function Buttons
203
Saving a Preset Position
203
Recalling a Preset Position
203
Garage Door Opener
204
Garage Door Opener Introduction
204
Garage Door Opener Precautions and Frequencies
204
Programming the Garage Door Opener
205
Garage Door Opener Additional Assistance
207
USB Ports
208
Locating the USB Ports
208
Locating the USB Ports - Raptor
208
Playing Media Using the USB Port
208
Charging a Device
209
Power Outlet
210
What Is the Power Outlet
210
Power Outlet Precautions
210
Power Outlet Limitations
210
Locating the Power Outlets
210
Power Outlet Indicators
211
Power Outlet
212
What Is the Power Outlet
212
Power Outlet Precautions
212
Locating the Power Outlets
212
Onboard Generator
213
What Is the Onboard Generator
213
Onboard Generator Precautions - Vehicles With: 2kW
213
Onboard Generator Precautions - Vehicles With: 2.4kW/7.2kW
214
Locating the Outlets
215
Onboard Generator Indicators
215
Switching the Outlets On and Off
216
What Is Utility Idle Mode - Vehicles With: Flip Key
217
Switching Utility Idle Mode On and Off
217
What Is Generator Mode
217
Switching Generator Mode On and Off
217
Resetting Ground Fault Detection
217
Resetting the Circuit Breaker - Vehicles With: 7.2kW
218
Resetting the Circuit Breaker - Vehicles With: 9.6kW
218
Onboard Generator – Troubleshooting
219
Center Console Work Surface
221
Using the Center Console Work Surface - Vehicles With: Column Shift
221
Using the Center Console Work Surface - Vehicles With: Console Shift
222
Center Console Work Surface – Troubleshooting
223
Wireless Accessory Charger
224
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
224
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
224
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
224
Charging a Wireless Device
224
Storage
226
Cup Holders
226
Glove Compartment
226
Under Seat Storage
227
Glasses Holder
228
Starting and Stopping the Engine
229
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Precautions
229
Ignition Switch
229
Push Button Ignition Switch
230
Starting the Engine
230
Engine Block Heater
232
Stopping the Engine
233
Police Engine Idle - Police Responder
234
Automatic Engine Stop - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start
235
Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position - Vehicles With: Keyless Entry and Push Button Start
236
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting
237
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information
241
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Information
241
Eco Idle
242
Auto-Start-Stop
243
What Is Auto-Start-Stop
243
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions
243
Switching Auto-Start-Stop On and Off
243
Stopping the Engine
243
Restarting the Engine
243
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators
243
Auto-Start-Stop – Troubleshooting
244
Fuel and Refueling
246
Fuel and Refueling Precautions
246
Fuel Quality
246
Locating the Fuel Filler Funnel
248
Running Out of Fuel
248
Refueling
249
Fuel Tank Capacity - Excluding: Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
255
Fuel Tank Capacity - Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
255
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting
256
Catalytic Converter
258
What Is the Catalytic Converter
258
Catalytic Converter Precautions
258
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting
258
High Voltage Battery
259
What Is the High Voltage Battery
259
High Voltage Battery Precautions
259
Automatic Transmission
260
Automatic Transmission Positions
260
Manually Shifting Gears - Excluding: Raptor
263
Manually Shifting Gears - Raptor
264
Temporary Neutral Mode
265
Automatic Return to Park (P)
266
Shifting Your Immobile Vehicle Out of Park (P)
266
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
267
Using Progressive Range Selection
267
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity and Specification
268
Four-Wheel Drive
269
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Excluding: Raptor
269
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Raptor
269
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions
270
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations
270
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Excluding: Raptor
271
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Raptor
272
Four-Wheel Drive Modes
273
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators
274
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification - Excluding: Raptor
275
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification - Raptor
276
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting
276
Front Axle
281
Front Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
281
Rear Axle
282
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification - Excluding: Raptor
282
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification - Raptor
282
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification - Police
283
Electronic Locking Differential
284
What Is the Electronic Locking Differential
284
How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work - Excluding: Raptor
284
How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work - Raptor
284
Electronic Locking Differential Precautions
285
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - 4x4, Excluding: Raptor
285
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - Raptor
287
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - 4x2
288
Electronic Locking Differential Indicators
289
Electronic Locking Differential – Troubleshooting
290
Brakes
291
Brake Precautions
291
Anti-Lock Braking System
291
Brake Over Accelerator - Excluding: Raptor
291
Brake Over Accelerator - Raptor
291
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir
291
Checking the Brake Fluid
291
Brake Fluid Specification
292
Brakes – Troubleshooting
293
Electric Parking Brake
295
What Is the Electric Parking Brake
295
Applying the Electric Parking Brake
295
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency
295
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
295
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
296
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning
296
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of Charge
296
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting
296
Reverse Brake Assist
298
What Is Reverse Brake Assist
298
How Does Reverse Brake Assist Work
298
Reverse Brake Assist Precautions
298
Switching Reverse Brake Assist On and Off
299
Overriding Reverse Brake Assist
299
Reverse Brake Assist Indicators
299
Reverse Brake Assist – Troubleshooting
300
Hill Start Assist
302
What Is Hill Start Assist
302
How Does Hill Start Assist Work
302
Hill Start Assist Precautions
302
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting
302
Auto Hold
303
How Does Auto Hold Work
303
Switching Auto Hold On and Off
303
Using Auto Hold
303
Auto Hold Indicators
303
Traction Control
305
What Is Traction Control
305
How Does Traction Control Work
305
Switching Traction Control On and Off
305
Traction Control Indicator
305
Traction Control – Troubleshooting
306
Stability Control
307
How Does Stability Control Work
307
Switching Stability Control On and Off
308
Stability Control Indicator
309
Trail Control
310
What Is Trail Control
310
Trail Control Limitations
310
Switching Trail Control On and Off
310
Setting the Trail Control Speed
310
Canceling the Set Speed
311
Trail Control Indicators
311
Trail One Pedal Drive
311
Trail One Pedal Drive – Troubleshooting
313
Trail Control – Troubleshooting
314
Trail Turn Assist
315
What Is Trail Turn Assist
315
Trail Turn Assist Precautions
315
Trail Turn Assist Limitations
315
Switching Trail Turn Assist On and Off
315
Trail Turn Assist Indicators
315
Trail Turn Assist – Troubleshooting
316
Hill Descent Control
317
What Is Hill Descent Control
317
How Does Hill Descent Control Work
317
Hill Descent Control Precautions
317
Switching Hill Descent Control On and Off
317
Setting the Hill Descent Speed
317
Hill Descent Control Indicator
317
Hill Descent Control – Troubleshooting
318
Steering
319
Electric Power Steering
319
Steering – Troubleshooting
320
Steering Videos
320
Parking Aids
321
Parking Aid Precautions
321
Switching Parking Aid On and Off
321
Rear Parking Aid
322
Front Parking Aid
322
Parking Aid Indicators
324
Parking Aids – Troubleshooting
325
Parking Aids Videos
325
Rear View Camera
326
What Is the Rear View Camera
326
Rear View Camera Precautions
326
Locating the Rear View Camera
326
Rear View Camera Guide Lines
327
Rear View Camera Settings
327
360 Degree Camera
329
What Is the 360 Degree Camera
329
How Does the 360 Degree Camera Work
329
360 Degree Camera Precautions
329
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras - Excluding: Raptor/Tremor
329
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras - Raptor/Tremor
330
360 Degree Camera Guide Lines
330
360 Degree Camera Settings
331
Cruise Control
333
What Is Cruise Control
333
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
333
Setting the Cruise Control Speed
333
Canceling the Set Speed
334
Resuming the Set Speed
334
Cruise Control Indicators
334
Adaptive Cruise Control
335
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work
335
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions
335
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations
336
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
337
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation
338
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed
338
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
339
Canceling the Set Speed
340
Resuming the Set Speed
340
Overriding the Set Speed
341
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
342
Switching From Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control
342
Lane Centering
342
Lane Centering – Troubleshooting
345
Predictive Speed Assist
346
Predictive Speed Assist – Troubleshooting
348
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting
348
BlueCruise
350
What Is BlueCruise
350
How Does BlueCruise Work
350
BlueCruise Precautions
350
BlueCruise Requirements
351
BlueCruise Limitations
352
BlueCruise Settings
352
Switching BlueCruise On and Off
352
BlueCruise Alerts
353
BlueCruise Automatic Cancellation
353
BlueCruise Indicators
354
Lane Change Assist
354
Lane Change Assist – Troubleshooting
356
In-Lane Repositioning
356
BlueCruise – Troubleshooting
357
Drive Mode Control
360
What Is Drive Mode Control
360
How Does Drive Mode Control Work
360
Selecting a Drive Mode
360
Drive Modes
360
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting
365
Drive Mode Control
367
What Is Drive Mode Control
367
How Does Drive Mode Control Work
367
Selecting a Drive Mode
367
Drive Modes
369
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting
372
Lane Keeping System
374
What Is the Lane Keeping System
374
How Does the Lane Keeping System Work
374
Lane Keeping System Precautions
374
Lane Keeping System Limitations
374
Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off
375
Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode
375
Alert Mode
375
Aid Mode
376
Alert and Aid Mode
376
Lane Keeping System Indicators
377
Blind Spot Assist
378
Blind Spot Assist with Trailer Coverage
378
Lane Keeping System – Troubleshooting
381
Blind Spot Information System
383
What Is Blind Spot Information System
383
How Does Blind Spot Information System Work
383
Blind Spot Information System Precautions
383
Blind Spot Information System Limitations
383
Blind Spot Information System Requirements
383
Switching Blind Spot Information System On and Off
383
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors
384
Blind Spot Information System With Trailer Coverage
384
Blind Spot Information System Indicators
385
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting
386
Exit Warning
387
What is Exit Warning
387
How Does Exit Warning Work
387
Exit Warning Precautions
387
Exit Warning Limitations
387
Exit Warning Indicators
388
Switching Exit Warning On and Off
388
Locating the Exit Warning Sensors
388
Exit Warning – Troubleshooting
389
Cross Traffic Alert
390
What Is Cross Traffic Alert
390
How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work
390
Cross Traffic Alert Precautions
390
Cross Traffic Alert Limitations
391
Switching Cross Traffic Alert On and Off
392
Locating the Cross Traffic Alert Sensors
392
Cross Traffic Alert Indicators
393
Cross Traffic Alert – Troubleshooting
393
Pre-Collision Assist
394
What Is Pre-Collision Assist
394
How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work
394
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions
394
Pre-Collision Assist Limitations
395
Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off
397
Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off - Vehicles With: Police Pack
397
Locating the Pre-Collision Assist Sensors
397
Distance Indication
398
Forward Collision Warning
399
Distance Alert
399
Automatic Emergency Braking
399
Evasive Steering Assist
400
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting
400
Speed Sign Recognition
403
What Is Speed Sign Recognition
403
How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work
403
Speed Sign Recognition Precautions
403
Speed Sign Recognition Limitations
403
Speed Sign Recognition Indicators
404
Speed Sign Recognition Settings
404
Speed Sign Recognition – Troubleshooting
404
Driver Alert
406
What Is Driver Alert
406
How Does Driver Alert Work
406
Driver Alert Precautions
406
Driver Alert Limitations
406
Switching Driver Alert On and Off
406
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting
407
Load Carrying
408
Load Carrying Precautions
408
Using a Slide-In Camper
409
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels
409
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating
410
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
410
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating
410
Calculating Payload
410
Calculating the Load Limit
411
Pickup Bed
413
Pickup Bed Precautions
413
Tailgate Anchor Points
413
Connecting a Trailer
415
Connecting a Trailer Precautions
415
Hitches
415
Connecting a Trailer
415
Trailer Lighting Check
417
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting
418
Towing a Trailer
419
Towing a Trailer Precautions
419
Trailer Brake Precautions
419
Towing a Trailer Limitations
420
Loading Your Trailer
420
Trailer Towing Hints
421
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft
422
Towing Weights and Dimensions
423
Towing a Trailer – Troubleshooting
425
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
427
What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
427
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Precautions
427
Using the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
427
Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode
429
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller – Troubleshooting
430
Trailer Sway Control
432
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work
432
Trailer Sway Control Precautions
432
Switching Trailer Sway Control On and Off
432
Trailer Sway Control Videos
432
Trailer Hitching Assistance
433
What Is Trailer Hitching Assistance
433
How Does Trailer Hitching Assistance Work
433
Trailer Hitching Assistance Precautions
433
Trailer Hitching Assistance Limitations
434
Switching Trailer Hitching Assistance On and Off
434
Using Trailer Hitching Assistance
434
Trailer Hitching Assistance Indicators
435
Trailer Backup Assistance
437
What is Trailer Backup Assistance
437
How Does Trailer Backup Assistance Work
437
Trailer Backup Assistance Precautions
437
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Conventional Trailer
437
Switching Trailer Backup Assistance On and Off
441
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller
442
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Views
442
Trailer Backup Assistance – Troubleshooting
445
Trailer Reverse Guidance
451
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance
451
How Does Trailer Reverse Guidance Work
451
Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions
451
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for a Conventional Trailer
451
Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance On and Off
454
Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views
455
Trailer Reverse Guidance – Troubleshooting
457
Trailer Reverse Guidance Videos
462
Off-Road Driving
463
Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques
463
Driving Your Vehicle at High Speeds - Raptor
464
Driving Through Water Limitations
464
Water Wading - Excluding: Raptor
465
Water Wading - Raptor
466
Off-Road Driving Aids - Raptor
466
After Driving Your Vehicle Off-Road
467
Driving Hints
469
Breaking-In
469
Driving Economically
469
Driving in Cold Weather
469
Floor Mats
470
Crash and Breakdown Information
471
Roadside Assistance
471
High Voltage Battery Vehicle Precautions
472
Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off
473
Jump Starting the Vehicle
473
Post-Crash Alert System
476
Post-Collision Braking
476
Automatic Crash Shutoff
476
Recovery Towing
477
Transporting the Vehicle
478
Fail-Safe Cooling
478
Towing Your Vehicle
480
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions
480
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x4
480
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x2
482
Emergency Towing
482
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting
482
Fuses
483
Fuse Precautions
483
Under Hood Fuse Box
483
Battery Fuse Box
488
Interior Fuse Box
488
Identifying Fuse Types
492
Fuses – Troubleshooting
492
Maintenance
493
Maintenance Precautions
493
Opening and Closing the Hood
493
Under Hood Overview - 2.7L EcoBoost™
494
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L Ecoboost™
495
Under Hood Overview - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
496
Under Hood Overview - 5.0L
497
Under Hood Overview - 5.2L
498
Engine Oil
499
Engine Air Filter
508
Coolant
510
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.7L, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
517
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 2.7L, Vehicles With: Single Generator
517
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 3.5L, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
517
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 3.5L, Vehicles With: Single Generator
517
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
518
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
518
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Single Generator
518
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 5.2L, Raptor
518
12V Battery
519
12V Battery – Troubleshooting
521
Adjusting the Headlamps
523
Exterior Bulbs
524
Interior Bulbs
528
Vehicle Specifications
529
Engine Specifications - 2.7L
529
Engine Specifications - 3.5L EcoBoost (BM), Excluding: Raptor
530
Engine Specifications - 3.5L EcoBoost (BM), Raptor
531
Engine Specifications - 3.5L, Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV)
532
Engine Specifications - 5.0L
533
Engine Specifications - 5.2L
534
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L
535
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L EcoBoost (BM), Excluding: Raptor
536
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L EcoBoost (BM), Raptor
537
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L, Full Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FHEV)
538
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L
539
Motorcraft Parts - 5.2L
540
Vehicle Care
541
Cleaning Products
541
Cleaning the Exterior
542
Cleaning the Interior
544
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
546
Waxing Your Vehicle
546
Storing Your Vehicle
547
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage
547
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage
548
Wheel and Tire Information
549
Locating the Tire label
549
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
549
Information on the Tire Sidewall
550
Glossary of Tire Terminology
555
Tire Replacement Requirements
556
Using Snow Chains
558
Using Bead-Lock Wheels - Raptor
560
Tire Care
562
Checking the Tire Pressures
562
Inflating the Tires
562
Inspecting the Tire for Wear
563
Inspecting the Tire for Damage
564
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems
568
Tire Rotation
568
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
570
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
570
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Overview
570
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions
571
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limitations
571
Viewing the Tire Pressures
572
Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring System
572
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Troubleshooting
574
Changing a Road Wheel
577
Changing a Flat Tire - Excluding: Raptor
577
Changing a Flat Tire - Raptor
584
Wheel Nuts
592
Vehicle Identification
594
Vehicle Identification Number
594
Connected Vehicle
595
What Is a Connected Vehicle
595
Connected Vehicle Requirements
595
Connected Vehicle Limitations
595
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
595
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
595
Connected Vehicle Settings
596
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting
596
Vehicle Hotspot
598
Setting Up a Vehicle Hotspot
598
Vehicle Hotspot Settings
598
Vehicle Hotspot – Troubleshooting
599
Audio System
600
Audio System Precautions
600
Identifying the Audio Unit
600
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off
600
Selecting the Audio Source
600
Media Control Buttons
600
Adjusting the Volume
601
Setting a Memory Preset
601
Muting the Audio
601
Adjusting the Sound Settings
601
Setting the Clock and Date
601
AM/FM Radio
601
Switching the Display On and Off
602
Digital Radio
602
Satellite Radio
603
Audio System – Troubleshooting
606
Center Display
610
Center Display Overview
610
Status Bar
610
Information On Demand Screen
611
Feature Bar
611
Settings
612
Driver Assistance Menu
612
Rebooting the Center Display
612
Voice Interaction
614
Ford Assistant
614
Alexa Built-In
616
What is Alexa Built-In
616
Alexa Built-In Requirements
616
Signing In to Your Account
616
Using Alexa Built-In
616
Alexa Built-In Settings
616
Phone
618
Phone Precautions
618
Connecting Your Phone
618
Phone Menu
618
Making and Receiving a Phone Call
620
Sending and Receiving a Text Message
621
Switching Text Message Notification On and Off
622
Enabling Apps on a Mobile Device
622
Switching Apple CarPlay On and Off
623
Switching Android Auto™ On and Off
623
Bluetooth®
624
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device
624
Playing Media Using Bluetooth®
624
Personal Profiles
625
How Do Personal Profiles Work
625
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles
625
Creating a Personal Profile
625
Linking or Unlinking a Personal Profile
625
Selecting a Personal Profile
626
Deleting a Personal Profile
626
Navigation
627
Connected Navigation
627
Accessing Navigation
627
Navigation Map Updates
627
Adjusting the Map
627
Live Traffic
627
Setting a Destination
627
Waypoints
628
Route Guidance
628
Trailer Towing Navigation
629
Vehicle Software Updates
630
Vehicle Software Updates
630
Software Update Settings
630
Software Update Indicators
631
Vehicle System Reset
632
Performing a System Reset
632
Accessories
633
Accessories
633
Auxiliary Switches
634
What Are the Auxiliary Switches
634
Locating the Auxiliary Switches
634
Warranty Terms and Conditions
635
Base Warranty
635
Ford Protect
636
What Is Ford Protect
636
Scheduled Maintenance
638
Scheduled Maintenance
638
General Maintenance Information
641
Customer Information
645
Rollover Warning
645
The Better Business Bureau Auto Line Program
645
The Mediation and Arbitration Program
646
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States
646
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada
647
Third Party Software Copyright Acknowledgment
648
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
648
Perchlorate
708
Replacement Parts Recommendation
708
Mobile Communications Equipment
709
Federal Highway Administration Regulation
709
End User License Agreement
710
Emission Law
735
Export Unique Options
736
Warranty Information
736
Decommissioning the Vehicle
739
Decommissioning Requirements
739
Appendices
740
Electromagnetic Compatibility
740
Index
743
2025 Ford F150 Overview
Owner's Manual
The 2025 Ford F150 Owner's Manual is an essential document designed to help you understand the features and capabilities of your vehicle. It serves as a comprehensive guide, detailing everything from basic operations to advanced functionalities. The manual outlines the maintenance routines, warranty information, and troubleshooting tips to ensure your Ford F150 remains in top condition. Referencing this manual regularly enhances your ownership experience, allowing for safe, efficient, and informed vehicle operation. It is a key resource that empowers you to maximize the potential of your F150 while addressing any concerns that might arise during ownership.
Introduction
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Powertrains
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Trims
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Features
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User manual download
The Ford F150 owner manual for the 2025 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2025 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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