Ford E-150 (2011 year). Manual — part 15

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.

Windshield washer: Press the end
of the stalk:
• briefly: causes a single swipe of

the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick press and hold: the

wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.

• a long press and hold: the wipers

and washer fluid will be activated
for up to ten seconds.

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

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TILT STEERING WHEEL

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull and hold the steering wheel
release control toward you.

2. Move the steering wheel up or
down until you find the desired
location.

3. Release the steering wheel
release control. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is
moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamp.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)

Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
• On the instrument panel, equipped with a cover or a cap plug
• Behind the driver’s seat on the upper trim panel (if equipped)
• In the glove box (if equipped)
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point is not

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working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the
Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and
replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is

not running,

• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and

other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for
extended periods.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and pull the window switches
to open and close windows.
• Press down (to the first detent)

and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and

hold the switch to close.

One-touch down
Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control
down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and
release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch
to any position to stop the window operation.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for up
to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position, or
until any door is opened.

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INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)

The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective)
state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle,
it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.

Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior
rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror
performance.

Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if
equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will
display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when
the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R
(Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off.
Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.

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