Ford F-450 (2022 year). Manual in english — page 21

INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE
CONTROLLER – FREQUENTLY
ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I determine if there is an issue
with the wiring on my vehicle?

A message displays accompanied by
a single tone, when no trailer is
connected. This indicates that the
issue is between the trailer brake
controller and the 7-pin connector at
the bumper.

How do I determine if there is an issue
with the wiring on my trailer?

A message only displays with a trailer
connected. Consult your trailer dealer
for assistance.

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HOW DOES TRAILER SWAY
CONTROL WORK

The system applies the brakes to the
individual wheels and reduces engine
torque to aid vehicle stability.

If the trailer begins to sway, the stability
control lamp flashes and the message

Trailer Sway Reduce Speed

appears in

the information display.

Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so. Check the vertical weight on the
tow ball and trailer load distribution.

TRAILER SWAY CONTROL
PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Turning off trailer sway

control increases the risk of loss of
vehicle control, serious injury or death.
Ford does not recommend disabling this
feature except in situations where speed
reduction may be detrimental (such as
hill climbing), the driver has significant
trailer towing experience, and can control
trailer sway and maintain safe operation.

Note:

This feature only activates when

significant trailer sway occurs.

Note:

This feature does not prevent trailer

sway, but reduces it once it begins.

Note:

This feature cannot stop all trailers

from swaying.

Note:

In some cases, if vehicle speed is too

high, the system may activate multiple
times, gradually reducing vehicle speed.

SWITCHING TRAILER SWAY
CONTROL ON AND OFF

Press

Features

on the touchscreen.

2. Press

Towing

3. Switch

Trailer Sway Control

on or off.

The system turns on each time you start
your vehicle.

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WHAT IS TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE

Trailer backup assistance utilizes the
control knob on the instrument panel to
help you steer a trailer. Turn the control
knob in the direction you want the trailer
to go and the system steers the vehicle.

HOW DOES TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE WORK

Trailer backup assistance uses a sticker or
sensor attached to the trailer to detect the
trailer angle relative to the towing vehicle
and provides instructions, graphics and
camera views on the touchscreen.

TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the
safe operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.

WARNING:

This system is an extra

driving aid. It does not replace your
attention and judgment, or the need to
apply the brakes. This system does NOT
automatically brake your vehicle. If you
fail to press the brake pedal when
necessary, you may collide with another
vehicle.

Note:

The system is not a substitute for

safe driving practices. Always be aware of
your vehicle and trailer combination, and
the surrounding environment.

Note:

The system does not detect or

prevent your vehicle or trailer from making
contact with obstacles in the surrounding
environment.

Note:

The front end of your vehicle swings

out when changing the direction of the
trailer.

Note:

In certain conditions, the trailer could

turn faster or the trailer angle could increase
more than anticipated. Always monitor the
clearance between the trailer and vehicle
and the surroundings.

SETTING UP THE TRAILER
BACKUP ASSISTANCE FOR A
CONVENTIONAL TRAILER

CONFIGURING THE TRAILER

You must configure a trailer in the system
to use trailer backup assistance. This is a
one-time setup process and the trailer
information is saved in the system for the
next time you use that trailer.

The following illustration shows examples
of conventional trailers on the left-hand
side.

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Positioning the Trailer

Hitch the trailer to your vehicle and
connect the electrical wiring harness.
Check to make sure that the wiring is
working. See

Connecting a Trailer

(page

323).

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Park your vehicle and hitched trailer on a
level surface.

For best results, make sure that your trailer
rides level with the ground when you hitch
your vehicle. See

Connecting a Trailer

(page 323).

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Make sure that the trailer and your vehicle
are in line with each other. You can do this
by putting the transmission in drive (D) and
pulling straight forward.

Configuring the Trailer in the
Instrument Cluster Display

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Press the button to switch the system
on.

2. Using the instrument cluster controls

on the steering wheel, select

Add

Trailer

3. Add a personalized name for the trailer

using the instrument cluster display
prompts. Use the down arrow to scroll
to the preferred letter and then press
the right arrow to advance to the next
letter. Press the

button.

4. Select the trailer brake type.

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Note:

Select

Default

Electric/Surge/None

if the trailer has

electric, surge or no brakes.

5. Select the trailer brake effort.

Note:

The default value is

Low

and is the

recommended setting for most trailers.
Select a different setting if your trailer's
brakes require more initial voltage, or you
prefer more aggressive trailer braking.

6. Select the trailer type.

Note:

The system could prompt you to

setup

Trailer Blind Spot

before continuing

the setup process.

Select whether you want to add the
feature.

APPLYING THE TRAILER
REVERSING AID STICKER

Placing the Sticker

Place the sticker in an area visible by the
rear view camera. The entire sticker must
be within 7–20 in (17–51 cm) from the
center of the hitch ball, as shown in the
following illustration.

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Use the supplied sticker placement card,
a tape measure and pen to carefully mark
the area to attach the sticker. The sticker
is in the back cover pocket of your quick
start guide. Make sure the entire sticker is
within the green zone between the two
arcs or distance markers on the diagram,
and is also visible in the rear view camera
display.

Once you have found the correct location,
place the sticker.

Note:

Make sure nothing can obstruct the

rear view camera's view of the sticker such
as a jack handle or wiring.

Note:

Position the sticker on a flat, dry and

clean horizontal surface. For best results,
apply the sticker when temperatures are
above 32°F (0°C).

Note:

Do not move stickers after placing

them. Do not re-use any stickers if removed.

Note:

See your authorized dealer to

purchase additional stickers.

Taking the Measurements

After you place the sticker on your trailer,
you must take some measurements.

The measurement card requires recording
four distances: A, B, C and D. Record the
trailer name for these measurements.

Note:

Use consistent metric or imperial

units as required by your country or vehicle.

Note:

The system requires accurate

measurements to properly operate.

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The horizontal distance from the
license plate to the center of the
ball hitch on the trailer.

The horizontal distance from the
center of the ball hitch to the
center of the sticker.

The point to point distance from
the rear view camera to the
center of the sticker.

The horizontal distance from the
tailgate to the center of the
trailer axle or axles.

Note:

Distance D is the center of the axles

for trailers with more than one axle.

Note:

Round distance D to the nearest

inch or centimeter.

Note:

When rounding in inches, round

upward if the measured length is a quarter
inch or greater. Round downward if the
measured length is less than a quarter inch.
For example, 12.25 in (31.11 cm) would be
rounded up to 12.50 in (31.75 cm). 12.13 in
(30.8 cm) would be rounded down to
12.00 in (30.48 cm).

Note:

When rounding in centimeters, round

to the nearest whole centimeter. If the
measurement is less than 0.2 in (0.5 cm)
round downward. If the measurement is
more than or equal to 0.2 in (0.5 cm) round
upward. For example, 11.9 in (30.3 cm)
would be rounded down to 11.8 in (30 cm).
12.0 in (30.5 cm) would be rounded up to
12.2 in (31 cm).

Entering the Measurements

Follow the prompts in the instrument
cluster display to enter each of the
measurements. Use the up and down
arrows to increase or decrease the
numbers, as necessary. Press OK to
confirm each measurement. When you add
the last measurement, the instrument
cluster display shows all the
measurements entered. You can choose
to confirm or change the measurements.

Confirming the Sticker Placement

Check the rear view camera display to see
if the system identifies the sticker. The
system marks the sticker with a red circle.
Confirm that the red circle shows over the
sticker image in the rear view camera
display.

Note:

If the system cannot locate the

sticker, try cleaning the camera lens. Make
sure the sticker is within the green zone.

CALIBRATING THE SYSTEM

Calibrating the system requires driving
straight forward. Follow the instructions in
the instrument cluster display to complete
the calibration process.

Note:

Calibrating the system requires an

area where you can safely drive forward. An
open parking lot is an ideal place to perform
the calibration.

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Note:

Keep the steering wheel straight

when instructed to by the instrument cluster
display. If the steering wheel is in a turned
position during this instruction, the
calibration pauses.

Note:

The system is designed to work with

drawbars that have a license plate to hitch
ball center measurement of 9–20 in
(23–52 cm) when installed. Do not attempt
to use drawbars that have a length outside
of this range as the system performance
degrades and could cause improper system
function.

Note:

The instrument cluster display shows

if you are going too slow or fast. Calibration
pauses if the speed is outside the required
range of 4–24 mph (6–39 km/h).

Note:

For best results, do not calibrate the

system at night when calibrating the system
with the sticker.

SETTING UP THE TRAILER
BACKUP ASSISTANCE FOR A
FIFTH-WHEEL OR GOOSENECK
TRAILER

CONFIGURING THE TRAILER

The following illustration shows examples
of fifth-wheel and gooseneck trailers.

Note:

Trailer reverse guidance camera

views are available with no trailer setup.
However, complete functionality including
graphics and automatic view switching is
enabled by setup. Setup is required to
enable trailer backup assistance.

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Configuring the Trailer in the
Instrument Cluster Display

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Press the button to switch the system
on.

2. Using the instrument cluster controls

on the steering wheel, select

Add

Trailer

3. Add a personalized name for the trailer

using the instrument cluster display
prompts. Use the down arrow to scroll
to the preferred letter and then press
the right arrow to advance to the next
letter. Press the

button.

4. Select the trailer brake type.

Note:

Select

Default

Electric/Surge/None

if the trailer has

electric, surge or no brakes.

5. Select the trailer brake effort.

Note:

The default value is

Low

and is the

recommended setting for most trailers.
Select a different setting if your trailer's
brakes require more initial voltage, or you
prefer more aggressive trailer braking.

6. Select the trailer type.

Note:

The system could prompt you to

setup

Trailer Blind Spot

before continuing

the setup process.

Select whether you want to add the
feature.

TRAILER SENSOR INSTALLATION

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To use the system with a fifth-wheel or
gooseneck trailer, you must install a
sensor. Refer to the instructions in the
sensor kit for proper installation.

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Note:

Make sure the arrows on the sensor

housing are facing up. Mount the sensor to
a vertical part of the trailer that pivots and
moves when you turn your vehicle. Do not
mount to a stationary surface or to the truck
side of the fifth wheel-trailer hitch.

Note:

You need to replace the 7/4 way

connector in the bumper with the
recommended 7/12 pin connector if your
vehicle did not come with the fifth-wheel
prep package. See your authorized dealer.

Note:

If your vehicle has the fifth-wheel

prep package, you have everything you need.
If your vehicle does not have the fifth-wheel
prep package, see your authorized dealer to
purchase the sensor kit and the 7/12 pin
connector.

CALIBRATING THE SYSTEM

Calibrating the system requires driving
forward and turning left or right. Follow the
instructions on the instrument cluster
display and touchscreen to complete the
calibration process.

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Note:

Calibrating the system requires an

area where you can safely drive forward and
turn left or right. An open parking lot is an
ideal place to perform the calibration.

Note:

Keep the steering wheel straight

when instructed to by the instrument cluster
display and touchscreen. If the steering
wheel is in a turned position during this
instruction, the calibration pauses.

Note:

During calibration, the system

determines the trailer length. The system
supports trailer lengths of 10–39 ft
(3–11.94 m) distance from the hitch point
to the center of the axle or axles.

Note:

The instrument cluster displays and

touchscreen shows if you are going too slow
or fast. Calibration pauses if the speed is
outside the required range of 2–16 mph
(4–25 km/h).

Note:

You need to complete at least a 90°

turn, and longer trailers could require a 180°
turn.

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SWITCHING TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE ON AND OFF

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Press the button and use the instrument
cluster display controls to select the
connected trailer.

Note:

You must configure a trailer to use

trailer backup assistance. See

Note:

If you use the steering wheel when

using trailer backup assistance, the system
turns off and a message displays in the
instrument cluster display.

Note:

If you connected a trailer just prior to

turning the system on, you may need to drive
forward to initialize the system. Follow the
instructions in the instrument cluster display
to activate the system.

USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE CONTROLLER

Use the control knob to steer the trailer.
Take your hands off the steering wheel and
turn the control knob instead. The control
knob acts as the steering control for the
trailer.

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Turn and hold counterclockwise to make
the trailer go left.

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Turn and hold clockwise to make the trailer
go right.

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Release the knob when the trailer is
moving in the direction you want.

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Note:

The more you turn the knob, the

sharper the trailer turns.

Note:

Quickly turning and releasing the

knob results in a jerky movement of the
vehicle.

Note:

You may have to use the knob to

correct the trailer direction when attempting
to move the trailer straight back under some
conditions.

Note:

For fifth-wheel and gooseneck

trailers, the weight and hitch position of
these trailers could make the trailer respond
differently to the knob input than
conventional trailers. You may need to
release the knob early or stop and pull
forward to align your truck and trailer when
returning to straight backing after making a
turn.

Note:

Trailer maneuvering performance

could be compromised when using a
fifth-wheel sliding hitch or pivoting pin box
since the system does not know the pivot
point.

USING THE TRAILER BACKUP
ASSISTANCE VIEWS

Up to seven camera views could be
available when using trailer backup
assistance. Use the view that helps you the
most when reversing your vehicle and
trailer.

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360° camera view. Shows a
360° view on the right-hand side
of the touchscreen with a rear

camera view on the left-hand side of the
touchscreen.

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Rear view camera view. Shows
your trailer hitch or what is
directly behind your vehicle.

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Rear split view camera view.
Shows a 180° degree view of
what is behind your vehicle.

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Bed camera view. Shows the
truck bed.

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Trailer AUX camera view. Shows
a rear view camera image of
what is behind your trailer. You

need to separately purchase this camera
and have it installed.

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Trailer reverse guidance view.
Shows you a view of the sides of
your truck and the trailer. In auto

mode, this view moves as the trailer moves
so that you do not have to adjust the
camera as you turn. Left and right arrows
let you see other camera views.

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Auto. Press to return to auto
view.

Note:

Auto mode is the default setting.

Hitch Angle Graphic

The hitch angle graphic shows a small
representation of your truck and trailer with
visual feedback to help you monitor the
trailer. The graphic shows two different
colored lines for the trailer hitch angle. A
black line shows you where your trailer is
in relation to your vehicle. The white line
represents the amount the trailer can turn
based on knob input.

The graphic shows a yellow and red zone
for the hitch angle to warn you of a high
angle condition that could require you to
pull forward to reduce the hitch angle. The
angle limits for each zone vary based on
the trailer length.

The yellow zone indicates you are
approaching the maximum controllable
trailer angle for the system. When the
trailer enters this zone, it is more difficult
to reduce the trailer turn when backing up.
It may be necessary to put your vehicle
back into drive (D) and pull forward to get
the truck and trailer back to an in-line
position.

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The red zone indicates you have exceeded
the maximum controllable trailer angle for
the system. Immediately stop reversing.

Put your vehicle into drive (D) and pull
forward until the trailer is no longer in the
red zone.

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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – TROUBLESHOOTING

TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE – INFORMATION MESSAGES

Description

Message

Displays when the system turns on and is
initializing.

Detecting Trailer Please Wait…

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Locating Sticker
Please wait... Press Knob to Exit

These messages display when the system
cannot locate the sticker.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Sticker Not
Found Refer to Owner's Manual. Press
Knob to Exit

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Sticker Not
Found Shift to Park Press Knob to Exit

A condition exists that prevents the system
from turning on. If the message continues
to display, visit your authorized dealer to
have your vehicle checked.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ System is Not
Available

The steering system needs to learn internal
parameters to fully enable the feature.
Drive your vehicle straight forward above
25 mph (40 km/h) for approximately 5
minutes.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Driving Required
to Initialize Steering Press Knob to Exit

Displays when you reach the maximum
controllable trailer angle for the system.
Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pull
forward to get the truck and trailer back to
an in-line position.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop now
Maximum trailer angle Press Knob to Exit

If this message consistently displays, you
may need to repeat the trailer calibration.
Delete the trailer from the system and
repeat the setup and calibration process.

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Description

Message

Displays when you exceed the maximum
controllable trailer angle for the system.
Place your vehicle in drive (D) and pull
forward to get your vehicle and trailer back
to an in-line position, then activate the
system by selecting the connected trailer
and following the instructions in the instru-
ment cluster display.
If this message consistently displays, you
may need to repeat the trailer setup and
calibration. Delete the trailer from the
system and repeat the setup and calibra-
tion process.

Stop now. Deactivated by trailer angle.

Displays when the system can no longer
steer the vehicle and you must take over
steering.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop Now Take
Control of Steering Wheel

Displays when the system does not detect
the sensor. Check the sensor connection,
that there is no damaged wiring between
the connector and sensor and that there is
only one sensor connected.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Sensor Not
Detected Refer to Owner's Manual Press
Knob to Exit

These messages display when the system
does not detect the trailer. Check that the
sensor is correctly installed and the trailer
length is within the allowed range.
If these messages continue to display, visit
your authorized dealer to have your vehicle
checked.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer Not
Detected. Shift to Park Press Knob to Exit

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer Not
Detected. Refer to Owner's Manual. Press
Knob to Exit

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Description

Message

Displays when your vehicle has not moved
after the trailer sensor is connected or
extended operation below 1 mph (1 km/h).
Drive forward above 2 mph (3 km/h) to
initialize the system.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Trailer Not
Detected Pull Forward to Initialize Press
Knob to Exit

Displays when your vehicle is backing up
but the system is not activated. Select the
connected trailer in the instrument cluster
display and follow the instructions to
activate the system.
This message also displays when you back
up during the calibration process.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Stop Now
System Not Active Press Knob to Exit

Displays when the system turns on and is
available to use.

Pro Trailer Backup Assist™ Backup Slowly
Turn Knob to Steer Press Knob to Exit

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TRAILER BACKUP ASSISTANCE
– FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS

What does it mean if Measurement A
has reached its maximum or minimum
value?

The system is designed to work with
drawbars that have a license plate to
hitch ball center measurement of
9–20 in (23–52 cm) when installed.
Do not attempt to use drawbars that
have a length outside this range as the
system performance degrades and
could cause improper system function.
Make sure that the measurement
being made is the horizontal distance
only from the license plate to the hitch
ball center. A straight line distance
that includes any vertical rise or drop
increases the measurement and
makes it inaccurate. Inaccurate
measurements degrade system
performance and could cause
improper system function. See

Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid
Sticker

(page 341).

What does it mean if Measurement B
has reached its maximum or minimum
value?

Make sure that the sticker is properly
placed. Stickers placed outside the
allowed zone adversely affects the
system performance and could cause
improper feature function. Make sure
that the measurement being made is
the horizontal distance only from
center of the sticker to the hitch ball
center. A straight line distance that
includes any vertical rise or drop
increases the measurement and
causes an inaccurate value to be
entered into the system. See

Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid
Sticker

(page 341).

What does it mean if Measurement C
has reached its maximum or minimum
value?

Make sure you follow the sticker
placement instructions. Stickers
placed outside the allowed zone
adversely affect the system
performance and could cause
improper feature function. If you have
met all the criteria for sticker
placement and you see this message,
the sticker is either too far below or too
close to the camera to properly
recognize the sticker. For the system
to correctly operate, lower the sticker
height if you receive the minimum
warning or raise the sticker height if
you receive the maximum warning.
Only one sticker can be placed on the
trailer for correct system function. The
previous sticker must be removed or
covered so only one sticker is visible
to the camera. Measurement B and C
must be measured again if a new
sticker is placed on the trailer. See

Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid
Sticker

(page 341).

What does it mean if Measurement D
has reached its maximum or minimum
value?

Make sure that the measurement
being made is the horizontal distance
only from tailgate to the center of the
single axle or the center of all the axles
on the trailer. The system does not
support trailer lengths outside the
range allowed by the information
display. See

Applying the Trailer

Reversing Aid Sticker

(page 341).

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