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...inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 216 218 220 233 244 250 257 263 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Reverse camera... Snowplowing 265 265 272 274 281 292 294 308 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 312 312 313 314 322 330 331 337 2009...
...inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 216 218 220 233 244 250 257 263 Driving Starting Brakes AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Reverse camera... Snowplowing 265 265 272 274 281 292 294 308 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 312 312 313 314 322 330 331 337 2009...
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...is moving. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. • Press the left side of the control to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 78 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002... (90 mm). POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Driver Controls Telescoping trailer tow mirrors (if equipped) The telescoping feature allows the mirror to the...
...is moving. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the right side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you. • Press the left side of the control to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 78 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002... (90 mm). POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P (Park) position. Driver Controls Telescoping trailer tow mirrors (if equipped) The telescoping feature allows the mirror to the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... SELECT/RESET stem and clearing the warning message. DOOR STATUS 4. XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX 6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5. TBC GAIN = XX.X OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each of the message center after you... . • Reappears if the condition clears, then reoccurs within the same ignition on/off cycle. 95 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into three categories: • Cannot...
... SELECT/RESET stem and clearing the warning message. DOOR STATUS 4. XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX 6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 5. TBC GAIN = XX.X OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) System warnings System warnings alert you acknowledge the warning by displaying each of the message center after you... . • Reappears if the condition clears, then reoccurs within the same ignition on/off cycle. 95 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into three categories: • Cannot...
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The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the condition/problem still exists. 96 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) The warning can return immediately after being reset if the condition/problem still ...Controls Warning display Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar XXX miles to E fuel level low Check charging system Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Service RSC now Check fuel fill inlet Check 4x4 (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault Brake fluid level low Trailer brake...
The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the condition/problem still exists. 96 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) The warning can return immediately after being reset if the condition/problem still ...Controls Warning display Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar XXX miles to E fuel level low Check charging system Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Service RSC now Check fuel fill inlet Check 4x4 (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault Brake fluid level low Trailer brake...
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... inlet may not be inspected immediately. Indicates the brake fluid level is operating at a low speed, turn off as many of oil life left. 98 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd ..., refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Brake fluid in use. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not maintaining proper voltage. TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (...(TPMS) in response to come on , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driver Controls XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW - If the warning stays on or continues to faults ...
... inlet may not be inspected immediately. Indicates the brake fluid level is operating at a low speed, turn off as many of oil life left. 98 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd ..., refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Refer to Brake fluid in use. Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is not maintaining proper voltage. TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (...(TPMS) in response to come on , contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driver Controls XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW - If the warning stays on or continues to faults ...
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...2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) - For more information. Displayed when a correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailer brakes) is engaged. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. For more information. TRAILER...Displayed when the transmission is stopped. Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in 4X4 LOW. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) - Refer to Four-wheel...
...2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) - For more information. Displayed when a correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailer brakes) is engaged. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. For more information. TRAILER...Displayed when the transmission is stopped. Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in 4X4 LOW. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) - Refer to Four-wheel...
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The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the condition/problem still exists. 108 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the ... Controls Warning display Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar XXX miles to E fuel level low Check charging system Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Service RSC now Check fuel fill inlet Check 4x4 (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault Brake fluid level low Trailer brake...
The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the condition/problem still exists. 108 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) The warning can return after the ignition key is turned from off to on if the ... Controls Warning display Driver door ajar Passenger door ajar Rear left door ajar Rear right door ajar XXX miles to E fuel level low Check charging system Tire pressure sensor fault Low tire pressure Service RSC now Check fuel fill inlet Check 4x4 (if equipped) Tire pressure monitor fault Brake fluid level low Trailer brake...
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...Controls XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW - CHECK 4X4 (if equipped) - Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is required. 110 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Brake fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more tires on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TRAILER BRAKE...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. For more information on or continues to Trailer towing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Indicates the brake fluid level is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. SERVICE ...
...Controls XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW - CHECK 4X4 (if equipped) - Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is required. 110 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Brake fluid in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more tires on your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TRAILER BRAKE...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. For more information on or continues to Trailer towing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Indicates the brake fluid level is in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. SERVICE ...
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Driver Controls XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON - CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the parking brake is stopped. For more information. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) - TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) - Displayed when an oil change will soon be required and shows the percentage of oil ... Driving chapter for more information. 111 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) - FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) - WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) - Refer to Trailer towing in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the...
Driver Controls XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON - CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed when the parking brake is stopped. For more information. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) - TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) - Displayed when an oil change will soon be required and shows the percentage of oil ... Driving chapter for more information. 111 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) FOR 4X4 LOW STOP VEHICLE (if equipped) - FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) - WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) - Refer to Trailer towing in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the...
Owner Guide 3rd Printing
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... used properly, the TBC helps ensure smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer's electric brakes with a fully integrated electronic trailer brake controller (TBC). Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that...Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the center of a reference point on the towing vehicle's brake pressure. 257 2009...
... used properly, the TBC helps ensure smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer's electric brakes with a fully integrated electronic trailer brake controller (TBC). Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that...Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for operation at the center of a reference point on the towing vehicle's brake pressure. 257 2009...
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... flash. The TBC user interface consists of the customer to ensure that the trailer brakes are adjusted appropriately, functioning normally and all electric connections are properly made. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: The Ford TBC has only been verified to be blue. If the connection is lost ... amount of power going to the trailer brakes relative to four axles) and not hydraulic surge or electric-over-hydraulic types. Sliding the manual control or pressing the gain buttons while the display is off 30 seconds after releasing the gain button. 258 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002...
... flash. The TBC user interface consists of the customer to ensure that the trailer brakes are adjusted appropriately, functioning normally and all electric connections are properly made. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: The Ford TBC has only been verified to be blue. If the connection is lost ... amount of power going to the trailer brakes relative to four axles) and not hydraulic surge or electric-over-hydraulic types. Sliding the manual control or pressing the gain buttons while the display is off 30 seconds after releasing the gain button. 258 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002...
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.... 259 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) This will illuminate when a trailer is connected, flash if the trailer becomes disconnected, or remain off if no trailer braking). Pressing and holding a button will reset the gain to the trailer brakes. • Stop Lamps: Activating the TBC manual control lever will also illuminate both the trailer brake lamps...
.... 259 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) This will illuminate when a trailer is connected, flash if the trailer becomes disconnected, or remain off if no trailer braking). Pressing and holding a button will reset the gain to the trailer brakes. • Stop Lamps: Activating the TBC manual control lever will also illuminate both the trailer brake lamps...
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... of the following faults has occurred: • Short circuit on trailer emergency break-away battery) or trailer brakes drawing too much current. 260 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Explanation of 20-25 mph (30-40 km/h) and squeeze the manual control lever completely. 6. The TBC may still function, but performance...
... of the following faults has occurred: • Short circuit on trailer emergency break-away battery) or trailer brakes drawing too much current. 260 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Explanation of 20-25 mph (30-40 km/h) and squeeze the manual control lever completely. 6. The TBC may still function, but performance...
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... covered under your Ford warranty. The TBC does not provide anti-lock control of trailer and/or tow vehicle. • Avoid towing in adverse weather conditions. The bumper has a 5,000 lb (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb (227 kg) tongue weight capacity. 261 2009 F-150 (f12)...Misuse, such as application during trailer sway, could cause instability of the trailer wheels. Trailer wheels can be used only for manual activation of trailer brakes to assist with the brake system of the vehicle, including ABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lockup. Damage to misuse...
... covered under your Ford warranty. The TBC does not provide anti-lock control of trailer and/or tow vehicle. • Avoid towing in adverse weather conditions. The bumper has a 5,000 lb (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lb (227 kg) tongue weight capacity. 261 2009 F-150 (f12)...Misuse, such as application during trailer sway, could cause instability of the trailer wheels. Trailer wheels can be used only for manual activation of trailer brakes to assist with the brake system of the vehicle, including ABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lockup. Damage to misuse...
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... reducing engine power. 278 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will use the vehicle's AdvanceTrac with trailer sway control. When properly equipped, trailer sway control will continue to detect and help reduce trailer sway by applying brake force at vehicle speed solid...
... reducing engine power. 278 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will use the vehicle's AdvanceTrac with trailer sway control. When properly equipped, trailer sway control will continue to detect and help reduce trailer sway by applying brake force at vehicle speed solid...
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... microprocessor power, Steering column switch SYNC Not used (spare) Climate control Ignition switch feed All lock motor feeds Driver memory seat switch Not used ... cluster Passenger airbag disable indicator Restraints control module Non-integrated compass module, Heated-only seat module Trailer brake controller Electronic locking differential indicator 317 13 14... 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 5A 10A 10A 15A 20A 20A 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 10A 10A 5A 2009...
... microprocessor power, Steering column switch SYNC Not used (spare) Climate control Ignition switch feed All lock motor feeds Driver memory seat switch Not used ... cluster Passenger airbag disable indicator Restraints control module Non-integrated compass module, Heated-only seat module Trailer brake controller Electronic locking differential indicator 317 13 14... 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 5A 10A 10A 15A 20A 20A 25A 15A 15A 15A 15A 20A 10A 10A 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 20A 5A 5A 5A 10A 10A 10A 5A 2009...
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... 25 26 Fuse Amp Rating - - 30A** - - 20A** 30A** 20A** - - - 10A* Protected Circuits Not used Not used Trailer brake Not used Not used 4x4 module (ESOF) Trailer tow battery charge Cigar lighter A/C clutch relay Not used Not used 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37... - 30A** - - - - - 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) keep alive power, Canister vent solenoid, Transmission, PCM relay Fuel pump relay Not used 4x4 A/C clutch Trailer tow park lamp relay Heated backlite/mirror relay Not used PCM relay Not used Roll stability control module (RSC) Trailer tow left hand stop...
... 25 26 Fuse Amp Rating - - 30A** - - 20A** 30A** 20A** - - - 10A* Protected Circuits Not used Not used Trailer brake Not used Not used 4x4 module (ESOF) Trailer tow battery charge Cigar lighter A/C clutch relay Not used Not used 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37... - 30A** - - - - - 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) keep alive power, Canister vent solenoid, Transmission, PCM relay Fuel pump relay Not used 4x4 A/C clutch Trailer tow park lamp relay Heated backlite/mirror relay Not used PCM relay Not used Roll stability control module (RSC) Trailer tow left hand stop...
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...power 1 Voltage power 2, Voltage battery voltage, Mass air flow/Intake air temp, CMS 12 and 22 with 6R80 transmission, Brake on the side of the road. 322 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to ... shifter (4-speed transmission) Ignition coils, Voltage power 4 CMS 4-speed transmission, 12 and 22 with 4-speed transmission Steering wheel illumination Not used Trailer Brake Control Module (TBCM), After market Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Not used Not used Not used Driver power seat PCM - Roadside Emergencies ...
...power 1 Voltage power 2, Voltage battery voltage, Mass air flow/Intake air temp, CMS 12 and 22 with 6R80 transmission, Brake on the side of the road. 322 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus) Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to ... shifter (4-speed transmission) Ignition coils, Voltage power 4 CMS 4-speed transmission, 12 and 22 with 4-speed transmission Steering wheel illumination Not used Trailer Brake Control Module (TBCM), After market Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Not used Not used Not used Driver power seat PCM - Roadside Emergencies ...
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... vehicles ...8 Specification chart, lubricants ...393 Speed control ...80 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...269 Starting your vehicle ...265-266, 268-269 jump starting ...331 Steering wheel controls ...83 tilting ...66 Stereo 6-CD in dash...Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...257 trailer towing ...250 Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...257 Transfer case fluid checking ...388 Transmission ...281 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...281, 284 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...385, 388 fluid, refill capacities ...393 lubricant specifications ...393 Turn signal ...58 U USB port ...34 408 2009...
... vehicles ...8 Specification chart, lubricants ...393 Speed control ...80 Starting a flex fuel vehicle ...269 Starting your vehicle ...265-266, 268-269 jump starting ...331 Steering wheel controls ...83 tilting ...66 Stereo 6-CD in dash...Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...257 trailer towing ...250 Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...257 Transfer case fluid checking ...388 Transmission ...281 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...281, 284 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...385, 388 fluid, refill capacities ...393 lubricant specifications ...393 Turn signal ...58 U USB port ...34 408 2009...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...voice-activated navigation system which corresponds with a display of the wipers without washer fluid. The new 2009 Ford F-150 - Normal braking (less ABS) is still functional unless the brake warning light is safe to your foot off . Refer to do so. Pull the lever ... be equipped with smart and innovative features like the box side step, tailgate step, SYNC, voice-activated navigation, trailer sway control and an integrated trailer brake controller among others. Press again to stop. 4 Airbag readiness light The air bag readiness light illuminates briefly when the ...
...voice-activated navigation system which corresponds with a display of the wipers without washer fluid. The new 2009 Ford F-150 - Normal braking (less ABS) is still functional unless the brake warning light is safe to your foot off . Refer to do so. Pull the lever ... be equipped with smart and innovative features like the box side step, tailgate step, SYNC, voice-activated navigation, trailer sway control and an integrated trailer brake controller among others. Press again to stop. 4 Airbag readiness light The air bag readiness light illuminates briefly when the ...