What does the Trailer Brake Controller on your truck do? In simple terms, it automatically applies the trailer brakes when you brake your vehicle. This helps you slow down smoothly while towing. This guide will show you how to install, program, and use the Trailer Brake Controller (TBC) on your Ford F150. We’ll also give…
Did the “Park Brake Maintenance Mode” message on your F150’s dashboard confuse you? In this article, I’ll tell you what this mode is for and provide step-by-step instructions on how to activate and deactivate it. What is the F150 Park Brake Maintenance Mode? Park Brake Service Mode In F150 temporarily turns off the whole electronic…
The parking brake in your F150 can sometimes stop working properly, showing “Park Brake Limited Function”. When that message comes up, the brakes will barely work and won’t be as reliable. If you’re dealing with that, keep reading. I have all the info and fixes you need. What Does Park Brake Limited Function Service Required…
The parking brake isn’t as dependable when you never know if it’s actually working or not, thanks to the light never turning off. That’s a common problem, though. In this post, I’ll dig into details about why that happens and how to fix it. Let’s get started. Why Does Your F150 Parking Brake Light Stay…
The Parking Brake Fault Service Now message in F150 is brought up by damaged wires or loose connections, though sometimes it can be the battery as well. To fix it, you’ll need to tighten all the connections, clean up your brake system and check your battery. I’ll shed some more light on the topic in…
Your parking brakes are great for safely keeping your F150 on a steep hill or a similar surface. But what do you do when they don’t seem to release, no matter what you do? I’ll help you figure out why your F150’s parking brakes aren’t releasing and how to fix them. Let’s get started. Why…
The “power reduced to lower engine temperature” message shows up in your F150 when your truck’s engine is overheating. Keep reading to learn what caused the reduced engine power message in your F150 and what you can do to fix it. Why Does Ford F150 Say Reduced Engine Power? Ford F150 Shows Power Reduced To…
Sports Mode makes a car faster – it’s present in a lot of models, not just the F150. It optimizes performance by adjusting key parameters. Keep reading to see more details about how it’s designed in the F150. What Does Sport Mode Do To Your F150? Sports Mode in the F150 tweaks the transmission and…
If you’ve ever struggled with towing heavy loads, the Ford F-150’s Tow Haul Mode will make your life easier. To put it simply, tow haul mode tweaks the transmission for smoother shifts and better power delivery, giving you more control when you need it most. Keep reading to better understand how it works and what…
According to Ford, Engine Failsafe Mode mainly means your engine has started overheating. In this mode, the truck starts taking turns with the cylinders – some keep firing to run the engine, while others take a break and act like air pumps to help cool things down. It buys you some time to get to…