When performing a repair on your vehicle, you should know how to relieve fuel pressure. Fuel injected models operate under high pressure and are left under this pressure even after shutting down the engine. To relieve this pressure, different vehicle manufacturers have devised different methods. Here are some of them. Read on to learn how …
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If you are looking to swap wheels on your Ford F150, it’s important to understand the lug pattern. The bolt pattern of a Ford F-150 is different from that of a Chevy. A bolt pattern of 5×114 is completely different than one of 5×120, or even 5×4.5. Fortunately, there are a variety of adapters available …
The maximum weight a 2006 Ford F150 can carry is based on the engine and trim level of the truck. This payload capacity varies by model. To find out the maximum payload capacity of your truck, check the owner’s manual. This is an important part of any truck’s owner’s manual and you should always pay …
The Ford F-150 is highly customizable, with several engine options and cab/box configurations. Drivers can also choose from a variety of trims and option packages, and they can choose between a base model or an XLT. The XLT trim adds many features that base models don’t, including power windows. The XLT also has a standard …
If your side mirror has broken or shattered, here’s how to replace it. First, remove the door panel. To get to the wiring, you’ll have to unplug the door speaker and disconnect the battery. Then, remove the mirror itself, using your other hand to pry it out. Reinstall the side mirror in the reverse order, …
A common tool for unlocking a locked car door is a slim jim. A slim jim is a thin, flat tool that you can insert into the door from the inside. First, peel back the weather stripping on the door and insert the hook end first. Push down on the door frame and then gently …
If your truck has a rear door, you may need to remove the door panel to gain access to the back seat. This will require removing two small screws in the bottom of the panel. You can pop these out with a thin screwdriver. There are two more screws on the bottom of the panel, …
If you have a malfunctioning fuel pump, you can reset it. To do so, you must turn the ignition key on and look under the fuel pump driver module to locate the inertia switch. You should see a small black box with a red pushbutton. Lift the front corner of the floor mat to find …
To maintain optimum fuel economy and performance, you should use SAE 5W-20 oil in your Ford F150. You can find this oil in both 4.6L and 5.4L engine sizes. Ford recommends multigrade oil, which has better temperature range and protects the engine from damage. You can check the recommended oil for your model in the …
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. …