Instrument Cluster Ford F150
GAUGES
Type 1 and 2
A. Engine oil pressure gauge
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Fuel gauge
D. Transmission fluid temperature or Turbo boost gauge
E. Speedometer
F. Information display See Information Displays .
G. Tachometer
Type 3
A. Engine oil pressure gauge
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Fuel gauge
D. Transmission fluid temperature, Turbo boost or Diesel exhaust fluid gauge
E. Speedometer
F. Information display See Information Displays .
G. Tachometer
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between L and H). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop your vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
WARNING: Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is on or the cooling system is hot. Wait 10 minutes for the cooling system to cool down. Cover the coolant reservoir cap with a thick cloth to prevent the possibility of scalding and slowly remove the cap. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is in the fuel tank.
The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or on a slope.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel level reminder displays and sounds when the distance to empty reaches 75 mi (120 km) to empty for MyKey, and at 50 mi (80 km), 25 mi
(40 km), 10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km) for all vehicle keys.
Note: The low fuel reminder can appear at different fuel gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates transmission fluid temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the transmission fluid temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible and verify the airflow is not restricted (snow or debris blocking airflow through the grille).
Also, higher than normal operating temperature can be caused by special operation conditions (snowplowing, towing or off-road use). Refer to Special operating conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for instructions.
Operating the transmission for extended periods with the gauge in the higher than normal area may cause internal transmission damage. You need to alter the severity of your driving conditions to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see an authorized dealer.
Turbo Boost Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates the amount of manifold air pressure in the engine.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates the current DEF level.
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the information display. Registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has traveled.
Compass
Displays the vehicle’s heading direction.
Trip Computer
See Information Displays.
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See Information Displays.
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and indicators alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and operate the same as a warning lamp but do not illuminate when you start your vehicle.
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the system on.
It illuminates white when the system is in standby mode. It illuminates green when you set the adaptive cruise speed.
See Using Adaptive Cruise Control .
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Your vehicle
continues to have normal braking without the anti-lock brake system function. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Automatic Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when the system automatically turns the headlamp high beam on.
See Automatic High Beam Control Indicators .
Automatic Regen Control Off (If Equipped)
It illuminates if you manually switch off the automatic regen control.
See Diesel Particulate Filter .
Auto-Start-Stop Indicator
It illuminates when the engine has automatically stopped. It flashes to inform you when the
engine needs to restart. The indicator is shown with a strikethrough if the system is not available.
See Auto-Start-Stop .
Battery
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on.
If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a malfunction. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the system off.
See Blind Spot Information System .
Brake System Warning Lamp
WARNING: Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It may take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
Note: Indicators vary depending on region.
This lamp is a dual function lamp and will illuminate when:
- You apply the parking brake with the ignition on.
- Your vehicle has a brake fault or low brake fluid level, regardless of parking brake position.
If the lamp illuminates while you are moving, you may have the parking brake applied. Be sure that the parking brake is off.
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible if the lamp continues to illuminate.
Check 4X4 (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the four-wheel drive system requires service.
See Using Four-Wheel Drive .
Cruise Control Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the system on.
See Using Adaptive Cruise Control .
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (If Equipped)
With the key in the on position, illuminates when the DEF is contaminated, low or someone has tampered with the DEF system. See Selective Catalytic Reductant System .
Direction Indicator
Flashes when the left or right direction indicator or the hazard flasher turns on. An increase in the rate of flashing warns of a failed indicator bulb.
Door Ajar Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on and remains on if any door or the hood is open.
Electronic Locking Differential (If Equipped)
Illuminates when using the electronic locking differential.
Electric Park Brake
It illuminates or flashes when the electric parking brake has a malfunction.
See Electric Parking Brake .
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when your vehicle is moving, this indicates that the engine is overheating. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
See Engine Coolant Check .
Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp
It illuminates and a chime sounds until you fasten the seatbelts.
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators (If Equipped)
Note: Some indicators will appear different depending on vehicle options.
Illuminates momentarily when you select two-wheel drive high.
Illuminates when the automatic four-wheel drive system is engaged.
Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged.
Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged.
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked.
Front Fog Lamp Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the front fog lamps on.
Headlamp High Beam Indicator
It illuminates when you switch the headlamp high beam on. It flashes when you use the headlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when hill descent is switched on.
Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when you are driving, refuel as soon as possible.
Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp
It illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible.
It also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by your authorized dealer.
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Lamp (If Equipped)
It illuminates when the washer fluid is low.
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on.
If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a malfunction.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. If the oil level is sufficient, this indicates a system malfunction. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
See Engine Oil Check .
Parking Lamps
It illuminates when you switch the parking lamps on.
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control
Illuminates when the system has detected a powertrain or a four-wheel drive fault. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service Engine Soon
If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emission control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be occurring. Increased exhaust gas temperatures could damage the catalytic converter or other vehicle components. Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignition on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether your vehicle is ready for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is cranked and automatically turns off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds it flashes eight times, this indicates that your vehicle is not ready for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing. See Emission Law .
Sport Mode
Illuminates when you switch the sport mode on.
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator
Flashes during operation.
If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or remains on when the engine is running, this indicates a malfunction. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
See Using Stability Control .
Stability Control and Traction Control Off Warning Lamp
It illuminates when you switch the system off.
Tow Haul Indicator (If Equipped)
It illuminates when you switch the system on.
Wait To Start (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch the ignition on as part of the pre-start system. Wait until the wait to start indicator turns off before attempting to start vehicle. See Starting a Diesel Engine .
Water In Fuel (If Equipped)
WARNING: Do not drain the water-in-fuel separator while the engine is running. Failure to follow this warning may result in fire, serious injury, death or property damage.
During refueling, it is possible for you to pump water-contaminated diesel fuel into your fuel tank. Your vehicle’s fuel system is equipped with a fuel filter and water separator to remove water from the fuel. The water in fuel indicator lights when the fuel and water separator has a significant quantity of water in it and requires immediate draining.
If the water in fuel indicator illuminates when the engine is running, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, shut off the engine, then drain the fuel and water separator. See Fuel Quality. Allowing water to stay in the fuel system, after the water in fuel indicator illuminates, could result in extensive damage or failure of the fuel injection system.
Note: Do not drain the fuel and water separator while the engine is running. Air will enter into the fuel system causing the engine not to operate properly.
AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
Airbag Secondary Warning
Sounds if there is a malfunction with the safety belt warning lamp and there is a fault in the supplemental restraints system.
Beltminder Warning
Sounds when a seatbelt is unfastened in an occupied seat and your vehicle is moving.
Door Ajar Warning
Sounds when any door is not completely closed and your vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h).
Headlamps On Warning
Sounds when you remove the key from the ignition and open the driver’s door and you have left the headlamps or parking lamps on.
Key in Ignition Warning
Sounds when you open the driver’s door and you have left the key in the ignition.
Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped)
Sounds the horn twice when you exit your vehicle with the intelligent access key, after the last door is closed and your keyless vehicle is in RUN, indicating your vehicle is still on.
Rear Park Aid Warning (If Equipped)
A detection warning sounds when obstacles are within a certain range of the bumper area. The system turns on automatically whenever you switch the ignition on.
Parking Brake On Warning
Sounds when you have left the parking brake on and drive your vehicle. If the warning chime remains on after you have released the parking brake, have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.
Service AdvanceTrac Warning
Sounds when there is a malfunction with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) or Rollover Stability Control (RSC) systemclosed. The moonroof closes with a single press of the close button.
Bounce-Back
The moonroof reverses some distance if it detects an obstacle when closing.
To override this feature, press and hold the moonroof close button within two seconds after the roof comes to a stop following a bounce-back reversal.