Ford Super Duty (2017 year). Manual — part 17

7.

Lift the tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.

8. Lift the right side off its hinge.

9. Lift the tailgate to an 80-degree angle

from horizontal.

10.

Remove the tailgate from the left side
hinge by sliding it to the right.

Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate.

TAILGATE STEP

(If Equipped)

Use the step to make entering the truck
bed easier.

To reduce the risk of falling:
•

Only operate the step when your
vehicle is on a level surface.

•

Only operate the step in areas with
sufficient lighting.

•

Always open the step panel to widen
the step.

•

Always use the grab handle when
climbing on the step.

•

Do not use the step with bare feet.

•

Make sure the step is clean before use.

•

Keep the step load, you plus the load,
below 350 lb (159 kg).

Opening the Step

Note: Make sure to close and fully latch the
step before moving your vehicle. Never drive
with the step or grab handle open.

1.

Lower the tailgate.

2. Push the button in the center of the

step molding. The step will pop out
slightly.

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3. Pull the step out fully. Lower the step

to its lowest position.

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4. Pull the yellow handle stop backward

out of the tailgate.

5. Rotate the handle up from horizontal

to vertical until you hear a click. You
have locked the handle in place.

Note: Do not tow with the step or grab
handle.

Replace the slip resistance tape or grab
handle molding if it appears worn or
damaged.

Closing the Step

1.

Press handle button 1 to lower the
telescoping handle extension, and then
press button 2 to release the handle.
Rotate the handle down from vertical
to horizontal.

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2. Push the handle back into the tailgate.

3. Rotate the step up until it is horizontal,

then push it back into the tailgate until
the step is secure.

BED EXTENDER

(If Equipped)

Note: Do not use the bed extender when
driving off road.

Note: Make sure to engage the locking pins
and knobs fully before driving your vehicle.

Note: Make sure to secure all cargo.

Note: Do not exceed 150 pounds (68
kilograms) on the tailgate when your vehicle
is moving.

Note: Do not keep the bed extender in the
tailgate mode when you are not using it for
restraining cargo. Always keep the bed
extender in the grocery mode or the stowed
position with the tailgate closed.

Tailgate mode

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1.

Pull the locking pin toward the center
of your vehicle.

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2. Open the latches to release the panels.

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3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.

Repeat Steps 1-3 on the other side of
your vehicle.

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4. Connect the two panels. Rotate both

knobs one-quarter turn clockwise to
secure the panels.

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5. Make sure to insert the latch rod into

the tailgate hole. Make sure to engage
both sides of the locking pins into their
holes in the pick-up box.

Reverse the steps to store the bed
extender.

Grocery mode

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Follow Steps 1-4 of the tailgate mode
instructions by rotating the panels away
from the tailgate. Close the tailgate.

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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM

Note: The system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Use of these systems may result in engine
starting problems and a loss of security
protection.

Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices
or a second coded key on the same key
chain may result in vehicle starting
problems, especially if they are too close to
the key when starting your vehicle. Prevent
these objects from touching the coded key
when starting your vehicle. Switch the
ignition off, move all objects on the key
chain away from the coded key and restart
your vehicle if a problem occurs.

Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key
in your vehicle. Always take your keys and
lock all doors when leaving your vehicle.

SecuriLock®

The system helps prevent the engine from
starting unless you use a coded key
programmed to your vehicle. Using the
wrong key may prevent your vehicle from
starting. A message may appear in the
information display.

If you are unable to start your vehicle with
a coded key, it is not operating correctly.
A message may appear in the information
display.

Automatic Arming

The system arms when you switch the
ignition off.

Automatic Disarming

The system disarms when you switch the
ignition on with a coded key.

Replacement Keys

Note: Your vehicle comes with two keys.

The integrated keyhead transmitter
functions as a programmed ignition key
that operates all the locks and starts your
vehicle, as well as a remote control.

The intelligent access key functions as a
programmed key that operates the driver
door lock and turns on the intelligent
access with push button start system, as
well as a remote control.

If your coded keys are lost or stolen and
you do not have an extra coded key, you
need to erase the key codes from your
vehicle and program new coded keys.
Contact an authorized dealer.

Store an extra programmed key away from
your vehicle in a safe place. You can
purchase replacement keys or remote
controls from an authorized dealer.

Programming a Spare Integrated
Keyhead Transmitter

Note: You can program a maximum of six
keys to your vehicle. All six can be integrated
keyhead transmitters.

You can program your own integrated
keyhead transmitter or standard
SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle.
This procedure programs both the vehicle
immobilizer keycode and the remote
control to your vehicle.

Only use integrated keyhead transmitters
or standard SecuriLock keys.

You must have two previously
programmed coded keys and the new
unprogrammed key readily accessible.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the
spare key programmed if two previously
programmed keys are not available.

Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.

1.

Insert the first previously programmed
coded key into the ignition.

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