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Instrument cluster – FORD 2007 F-150 v.2 User Manual

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Service engine soon: The Service
engine soon
indicator light
illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the ON position to check
the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the

ЉService engine soonЉ

light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the

ЉService

engine soon

Љ light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not

ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) testing
in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board
Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On
board diagnostics (OBD-II)
in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could
damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid
heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Electronic throttle control
(if equipped):
Illuminates when
the engine has defaulted to a
’limp-home’ operation. Report the
fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity.

On vehicles equipped with a message center, “ENGINE FAILSAFE
MODE” will be displayed, refer to Message Center in the Driver
Controls
chapter.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is
turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a
position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when
the ignition is turned to the ON position.

2007 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Instrument Cluster

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