The Ford F-150 is Ford’s most affordable truck, but how much does it cost to make one? Automotive News estimates that each F-150 contributes $13,333 to Ford’s profit margin. With the same sales in the first quarter, Ford could have made more than $1 billion. The company puts massive marketing dollars into marketing its truck. …
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If you notice that your brake light is flashing on your Ford F150, it may be time to check your braking system. Sometimes brake pads or fluid leaks may be the cause, but there are ways to reset this light on your vehicle. To reset the brake warning light on your Ford F150, turn the …
Resetting the tire pressure monitoring system on your Ford F150 will reset the sensors in all your tires. To do this, you must drive the truck for several minutes at a speed of 32 km/h and change the gear. The wires that connect the tire pressure sensor to the engine are located in the passenger’s …
A faulty tire pressure sensor can cause your truck to have an error code. You should have your car serviced as soon as possible. In the event that you do not have the tools necessary to replace the sensor, you can purchase a good air pressure gauge at most gas stations or tire shops. You …
If the brake light on your Ford F150 keeps coming on and you can’t stop your car, or if you notice that brake fluid is leaking, then you might have a problem with your ABS brake system. Resetting this light is relatively simple. Turn off your car and disconnect the negative battery cable. The system …
Fortunately, Ford has included a spark plug socket that fits their truck models. The socket is 9/16 inches long and has an extension for easier installation. The plug fits in the socket because the spark plug’s rubber insert grips it. The spark plug socket also has a 3/8″ drive, which makes it compatible with a …
A simple way to reset the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) on your Ford F150 is to drive the truck for a few minutes at a slow speed while changing gear. The wires that connect the tire pressure module are located on the passenger side glove box. Once they are disconnected, you can then reconnect …
If you want to upgrade your 2004 Ford F150’s audio system, you should look at what size speakers it comes with. While the standard 6-inch speakers are enough, you can also upgrade to larger six-inch speakers. This way, you won’t need to deal with mounting brackets. If you’d like to upgrade to bigger speakers, you …
The cargo light in your Ford F150 is the same as that of any other truck or SUV. Its function is to illuminate the bed of the vehicle and turns on automatically when the tailgate is opened. In order to turn off the lights in the bed of your truck, you need to press the …
The Ford F-150 is available in various bed lengths. You can opt for a 5.5-foot bed if you’re looking for an efficient pickup truck. However, this bed may prove to be cumbersome when you’re trying to park in the city. Its length will add two more feet to the vehicle, which may make it difficult …