Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... Module (diesel only) • Intake Manifold • Controls for Deceleration • Intercooler Assembly (diesel only) Engine Charger (diesel and 2.0L • Diesel Exhaust Fluid System EcoBoost engines only) • Diesel Particulate Filter • Malfunction Indicator Lamp • Electronic Ignition System (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (diesel only) (OBD) System • Electronic Engine...
... Module (diesel only) • Intake Manifold • Controls for Deceleration • Intercooler Assembly (diesel only) Engine Charger (diesel and 2.0L • Diesel Exhaust Fluid System EcoBoost engines only) • Diesel Particulate Filter • Malfunction Indicator Lamp • Electronic Ignition System (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (diesel only) (OBD) System • Electronic Engine...
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... Control Valve • Idle Air Bypass Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold • Intercooler Assembly - Engine Charger (diesel and 2.0L EcoBoost engines only) • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control...
... Control Valve • Idle Air Bypass Valve • Ignition Coil and/or Control Module • Intake Manifold • Intercooler Assembly - Engine Charger (diesel and 2.0L EcoBoost engines only) • Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System • PCV System and Oil Filler Cap Secondary Air Injection System Spark Control...
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...1542;COVERAGE FOR 2012 MODEL VEHICLES (...150 5.0L Mustang 5.4L E-Series 5.4L Expedition 5.4L Mustang 6.2L F150 6.2L F-Superduty 6.7L F-Superduty 6.8L E-Series X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(4) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X...EcoBoost Engine only Non-EcoBoost Engine only X X X X X (1)for ...
...1542;COVERAGE FOR 2012 MODEL VEHICLES (...150 5.0L Mustang 5.4L E-Series 5.4L Expedition 5.4L Mustang 6.2L F150 6.2L F-Superduty 6.7L F-Superduty 6.8L E-Series X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(4) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X(3) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X...EcoBoost Engine only Non-EcoBoost Engine only X X X X X (1)for ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... center will flash momentarily. STEERING 3.7L, 5.0L and 3.5L EcoBoost™ engines: Your vehicle is no fluid reservoir to check or...in speed. Disabling trailer sway control Trailer sway control can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in the Instrument Cluster chapter. If trailer sway is disabled...extreme usage conditions, the steering effort may cause the system to a safe level while towing. This may 300 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Note: The trailer sway control will only activate ...
... center will flash momentarily. STEERING 3.7L, 5.0L and 3.5L EcoBoost™ engines: Your vehicle is no fluid reservoir to check or...in speed. Disabling trailer sway control Trailer sway control can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in the Instrument Cluster chapter. If trailer sway is disabled...extreme usage conditions, the steering effort may cause the system to a safe level while towing. This may 300 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Note: The trailer sway control will only activate ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... of the shield. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. 328 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving Driving off-road with a front air dam that can be rolling, not.... Your vehicle may become damaged (due to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle off-road. For vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost™ engine: Your vehicle is equipped with an underbody transmission shield and brackets that may be equipped with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles...
... of the shield. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. 328 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Driving Driving off-road with a front air dam that can be rolling, not.... Your vehicle may become damaged (due to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle off-road. For vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Ecoboost™ engine: Your vehicle is equipped with an underbody transmission shield and brackets that may be equipped with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Cleaning 3.5L Ecoboost™ engine PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the ... windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be the cause. These may cause squeaking or chatter noise from your authorized dealer. 376 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) These products are present, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are...
Cleaning 3.5L Ecoboost™ engine PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the ... windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be the cause. These may cause squeaking or chatter noise from your authorized dealer. 376 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) These products are present, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 8. Power distribution box 7 388 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 1. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Battery 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2.
Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 8. Power distribution box 7 388 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 1. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Battery 3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C946-A. An oil with equivalent performance for your engine application. 393 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine Look for this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine...
... SAE 5W-30 or an equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C946-A. An oil with equivalent performance for your engine application. 393 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine Look for this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... to prevent any engine damage. 87 FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is recommended to the change . 409 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) However, if it knocks heavily while you do switch fuels, it is designed to alternate ... are using fuel with an octane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended. 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine "Regular" unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is recommended for at least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle ...
... to prevent any engine damage. 87 FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is recommended to the change . 409 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) However, if it knocks heavily while you do switch fuels, it is designed to alternate ... are using fuel with an octane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended. 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine "Regular" unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is recommended for at least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle ...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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... it . 11. Install a new air filter element. 9. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Push the wiring harness back in place. 423 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Pull the air tube off from the air filter housing. 8. Release the clamps that the tabs on... prevent debris from entering the system, and then loosen the bolt on the air outlet tube (1). Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element (3.5L EcoBoost™ engine) 1.
... it . 11. Install a new air filter element. 9. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Push the wiring harness back in place. 423 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Pull the air tube off from the air filter housing. 8. Release the clamps that the tabs on... prevent debris from entering the system, and then loosen the bolt on the air outlet tube (1). Maintenance and Specifications Changing the air filter element (3.5L EcoBoost™ engine) 1.
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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...65-750 FL-500-S 1 6.2L V8 engine FA-1883 BXT-65-750 FL-820-S 1 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine FA-1883 BXT-65-750 FL-500-S 1 WW-2201-PF For spark plug replacement, see ...appropriate intervals for any damage to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are not used. 426 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters)...during storage (mice/squirrel nests). • Check the exhaust for any foreign material that meet Ford material and design specifications for your authorized dealer. Maintenance and Specifications • Check under the hood...
...65-750 FL-500-S 1 6.2L V8 engine FA-1883 BXT-65-750 FL-820-S 1 3.5L V6 EcoBoost™ engine FA-1883 BXT-65-750 FL-500-S 1 WW-2201-PF For spark plug replacement, see ...appropriate intervals for any damage to make sure there are no leaks, and fluids are not used. 426 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Drive the vehicle 15 ft (4.5 meters)...during storage (mice/squirrel nests). • Check the exhaust for any foreign material that meet Ford material and design specifications for your authorized dealer. Maintenance and Specifications • Check under the hood...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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428 Item Capacity Ford part number / Ford specification 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L) 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford part name or equivalent •Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor... quarts (15.1L) 17.0 quarts (16.1L) 19.5 quarts (18.5L) 16.5 quarts (15.6L) 3.7L engine coolant 5.0L engine coolant 6.2L engine coolant 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine coolant Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 3 •VC-3-B (US) •CVC-3-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D
428 Item Capacity Ford part number / Ford specification 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L) 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Ford part name or equivalent •Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) •Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor... quarts (15.1L) 17.0 quarts (16.1L) 19.5 quarts (18.5L) 16.5 quarts (15.6L) 3.7L engine coolant 5.0L engine coolant 6.2L engine coolant 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine coolant Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant 3 •VC-3-B (US) •CVC-3-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D
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... fluid (4X4 ESOF) Transfer case fluid (torque on demand) Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF Ford part number / Ford specification XL-12 / - 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance ...and Specifications Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) 12.1 quarts (11.7L)7 (3.7L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (5.0L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (6.2L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (3.5L EcoBoost...
... fluid (4X4 ESOF) Transfer case fluid (torque on demand) Capacity Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid Motorcraft MERCON LV ATF Ford part number / Ford specification XL-12 / - 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance ...and Specifications Automatic transmission fluid (6R80) 12.1 quarts (11.7L)7 (3.7L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (5.0L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (6.2L engine) 13.1 quarts (12.4L) (3.5L EcoBoost...
Owner Guide 2nd Printing
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Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 435 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications 3.5L EcoBoost™ engine IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 435 2012 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)