SECRET FORD TRUCK FEATURES YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT! (2015-2022)

If you have a 2015-2022 Ford truck whether it be an F150, F250, F350 or so on you need to watch this video. Today I am showing you hidden & secret features on your Ford truck that you didn't know about. Did you know you can roll the windows down with the key fob? Did you know your truck has Sport Mode? Did you know you can change the screen on your Sync Display to show any Ford vehicle you want? Well if not check out these features & more in today's video!
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[@edserra9802]

the reason why you hit the two bottom numbers to lock your truck from the outside is so you can lock the truck with key fob in it great option

[@themustang181]

Or if you just run outside to grab something, you don't need your keys at all. Super handy, use that one all the time.

[@chadboer1879]

Nice feature for the beach or other water activities. Not drowning your fob. Or losing it.

[@jorgeshicken]

That’s been around for years. My dad had a 1985 TBird that had it.

[@nameless-og]

​@@themustang181 right, it's well thought out if you know about it

[@noniespam]

Other dealer manufacturers say this is old technology but boy is this handy and nice to have. I hope they never stop doing this and wish other manufacturers would get on board. I suppose they can’t or they will be teased about copying Ford.

[@WeThePeopleUSA]

Pretty cool. Imagine what we’d be able to do if we all read the owner’s manual 😂. Thanks for showing these features.

[@tollav]

What is that?

[@scottfisher2405]

Imagine, if we were not all rich kids

[@blake3005]

If you pull a goose neck trailer you’ll love the auto drop tailgate feature.

[@JonO387]

Those wheels and tires are not it.

[@fireeclipse148]

thank god it’s not ur truck

[@JonO387]

@@fireeclipse148 hurr durr

[@dkexcavation2370]

Put the truck in neutral and switch between 4H and 4L 5 times fairly quick it disengages the transfer case for flat tow.

[@bobs64ford352]

Just adding on to the Sport Mode. Everyone has mentioned it holds gears longer to stay in the power band, but it also increases the throttle sensitivity, especially on the low end. This is really noticeable in my truck with the 3.0l powerstroke, which doesn't have a ton of HP anyways. For example when I'm driving down the road and may be going about 25mph, with steady throttle and I switch to Sport Mode (button my console shifter on mine) it takes a second or too, but the truck will accelerate to maybe 30mph without giving anymore throttle input.

[@hunterrichardson5923]

for the “sport mode” you only have to click it twice, not 5 times

[@smitty7592]

2018 150 Lariat only need to hit 6 after your key code to drop the tailgate. Had a 2015 before that and both had a Sport mode setting on the center console shifter. It definitely changes the shift points. Didn’t know the window down feature on the fob.

[@jordang11b43]

My 2015 f150 platinum has a button to switch between regular, tow/haul and sport mode and it definitely does change the shift points. It's a 3.5 eco

[@chupapi.]

I second this (2015 XLT)

[@sirtigalotwolfe2962]

ditto 2018 V8, 1080R F150

[@sirtigalotwolfe2962]

Ditto, 2018 f150 v8, 1080R tranny===== normal////tow haul//// Sport//// Snow ice//// Eco all change the way it shifts.

[@DavidPerez-wz1ss]

Holds gears a little longer and shifts into every gear. So yes it does work like sport mode. 👍

[@lesleyboeder1798]

Right my is a 2015 5l And it does make a difference in shifting and rpm

[@bhshakari]

Sport mode on the F150's makes a big difference with throttle and RPM response

[@jimblair1593]

Agreed on my 2018 F150 not to mention the shift down approaching stops or going down hills

[@bobdadnaila7708]

Indeed

[@andersonpac]

Only takes 2 taps on the button to change. Sport mode in my F350 disables traction control and increases throttle response. Enough improvement with throttle that I do it every time I drive!

[@joegreen5396]

Windows down tip was great ! 👍🏻

[@ChristopherSeaDawg]

Sport mode makes your transmission shift points longer before shifting. Also down shifts like a manual transmission. Great for hilly terrains. Also useful in drag racing.

[@cigarsgunsanddiesel8032]

Test drive a new HO Powerstroke... they don't need sport mode!

[@graingermike13]

Didn't know about the key fob / window down feature without starting. Thanks a million :)

[@clashwithmoi8926]

On a lot of trucks it’s disabled and has ro be enabled with forscan

[@swansong04]

2020 f-350 here. i wish you could see the temperature settings and outside temperature when using carplay.

[@brucestewart3170]

Yeah, they have a giant screen for the speedometer and tach but couldn’t find room for the temperature and time.

[@contrarian777]

You can get back to it by selecting the mini tiles in the bottom left corner of the carplay display... then selecting the "Ford Sync" icon from the app tiles

[@swansong04]

@@contrarian777yea. I know. I just wish it was still displayed up on the top along with the driver and passenger hvac temperature setting

[@SulCoCrazy]

Hey man, I appreciate you doing this. Pretty cool. My 2021 F150 XL with a 2.7 has a drive mode called sport. it makes the throttle more sensitive and it makes the transmission hold gears longer to keep the engine up in the rpm range.

[@armandmarcotte3667]

my 2019 xlt sport 4x4 is the same, shift points are different

[@jeremiahgadsby3248]

My 2015 does that

[@myrtlecock]

Yeah my 2020 5.0 XLT definitely changes a bunch in sport mode. In fact it's a little crazy aggressive with those RPMs.

[@kylecribb5618]

Mine too on my 2016 Platinum.

[@petebolt2035]

Your becomes more responsive your overall top speed won’t change but from 0 to 160 will be a lot quicker

[@j.l.o.racing]

The front camera washer is kinda cool. On my 2019 F-250

[@bobprins2324]

If you had a F-150 Lariat 5L you would actually a sport mode and towing mode as I have. Sport and towing mode have a higher RPM shifting and down shifting when slowing, works as an engine brake. We have many different options where you show digital speed. Our center console has the shifting control there not on the tree as we called it as kids. Three on the tree!! We can also lock out gears from high down as I do when towing.

[@just4fun-family145]

Window drop trick is awesome if you have a trained k9 in the car and need him to come to your rescue !!

[@s.a.m_games7775]

All I heard was grocery shopping with the girlfriend and the wife lmao

[@elcocoreyes]

It absolutely changes the shift points on a 2022 and it goes into 4A ...4x4 auto. Its a beast

[@19BADGER-F250]

Just a tip when you get to the menu to change the screen just look at the one right below it and select enable test on it will store it in you menu so you dont have to hold the buttons everytime. Also i dont know if yours is different but my 19 250 to enable sport mode i just tap it twice, not five times.

[@cheliospanama9786]

Great Video! Thank you 🔥👏💪🫶

[@Golden31Eagle]

Sport mode keeps your rpms higher so you have quicker response

[@jackmandu]

I believe the key fob slot is also where you put a new, spare fob to program it to your truck, assuming you still have 2 fobs.

[@alexshikin5093]

at 950ft/lb of torque, if you turn off the traction control completely....... well.. say goodbye to your tires. sport mode allows for some tire spin and doesn't cut power to the wheels completely like regular traction control

[@Buszzbait69]

I don't know why FORD gives you a way to see different screen settings in test mode but only good for one time on..I really dug the Lincoln Black

[@PLSeeK85]

Just bought my first Ford a couple days ago! I’m learning all sorts of things.

[@robertdraper4912]

Windows down by the remote needs a Forscan download to do it.. Not all factory trucks come with that feature. Tailgate I believe is also a Lariat only thing. Cool video though! Thanks for the other tips!

[@bobs64ford352]

I just went down and tried it on my 2018 F-150 Platinum and it didn't work.

[@dennisheimann6523]

If you hold the door close button on the fob it will close all windows including sunroof

[@allaemmel7809]

I have a 2019 F450 Lariat. I was hoping the windows down feature would work - it didn’t.

[@derekschroeder2838]

In the bed of the truck. Drop your tailgate. Reach in on the drivers side upper corner of the bed side back by the tailgate. There’s a button (only if you have the puddle & bed lights) where you can turn the lights on and off just like the one in the cab.

[@Powerstroke98]

Correct, my F150 has this option. Honestly, haven't used it, but it's there nonetheless!

[@robertb8899]

i use the lock feature on keypad to lock my keys in truck so i don't have to carry them

[@LaRa-youknowit]

We have a 2021 Platinum F250. The hold down unlock to roll windows down does not work, wish it did

[@clashwithmoi8926]

You can enable it from forscan. That and disabled the double chirp is worth buying the cable

[@tristonoverton7136]

The tray for the key fob is to start your truck with a low battery in your key fob. It is also for reprogramming or programming a new key.

[@brianbyers2682]

pretty sure that's what he said in the video

[@thonersteven]

@@brianbyers2682 When your pretty sure make sure your pretty sure. There was no mention in the video of the reprogramming or programming a new key.

[@davidzambrano9126]

2021 f150s have this?

[@swanhill772]

Wouldn’t it be easier to put the physical key inside the fob, like Nissan?

[@dustinwilliams6371]

​@swanhill772 there is a physical key. But this fob is for button push start so the key is just to unlock the doors if needed.

[@jayvelazquez8765]

My 2017 f150 sport mood works very well for performance and another sport mode for high revs

[@scottbacker8286]

You can also roll the windows up by pressing the lock button on the remote twice and holding it down the second press.

[@mattcaesar5781]

Stop spreading lies

[@scottbacker8286]

@@mattcaesar5781Funny. Would you like me to send you a video of it working?

[@mattcaesar5781]

@@scottbacker8286 would love that bc my 22 dont do it. The only way ive seen it work is with forscan and reprogram it.

[@scottbacker8286]

@@mattcaesar5781 Wait! So now you are saying you can roll the windows up with the remote? Stop spreading lies.

[@mattcaesar5781]

@@scottbacker8286 ah the ol it works for me but not for you and i wont tell you why

[@groundzero270]

My understanding is sport mode doesn’t restrict or limit your torque on acceleration.

[@manano06]

Tailgate feature is cool for handicap or disabled folks.

[@chrisjackson8109]

Ok - how do you go back to your original settings? I pushed the envelope and now I'm all screwed up

[@remnever2]

Tow mode is the true sport mode 👍

[@rlawrence2]

So the reason the Shelby wouldn't go off when you change themes is because it has to completely shut down. However, I noticed it completely shuts down and goes back to the original pre-programmed into the vehicle which is the Ford classic or whatever it's called originally. So it doesn't hold the new theme. Anybody know how to get it to hold the new theme? Mine doesn't

[@kevinb.andariese8361]

Mine too. Frustrating.

[@AaaaandYerDhem]

Only one I didn't know was the theme menu. That alone was worth the watch. Thanks for sharing! Edit: it goes away ☹️

[@myrtlecock]

Yeah I was hoping it would stay... I'm here reading the comments to see if there was some way to make it happen.

[@bodiebreitbach141]

With foracan you can do it where it will stay

[@garyausher]

I had read that the computer limits torque in the low gears to prevent damage. Sport mode overrides those settings.

[@Seasniffer69]

Bro you can get drive modes on the gassers. Idk about the diesels but my 2019 had normal,economy,rain-snow,tow-haul,sport model.

[@mxr248]

Sport mode on mine kicks ass. Put the traction into posi the truck takes off like crazy! revs higher, shifts quick and when slowing down it shifts down quicker than normal acting like a quick down shift to slow the vehicle..

[@johnhowell8228]

I'm pretty sure sport mode has shift points at higher rpm's

[@williamjohnson9288]

My 2015 F-150 King Ranch eco boost in sport mode makes a lot of difference and I don’t see a lot of difference in gas consumption

[@knuttsackjones3094]

If you hit the enable testing settings button on that hidden screen then it’ll always be on your screen. You won’t have to hold the track forward buttons to access it anymore

[@lorenzowest7756]

Thank you for the tips and tricks, but I need to know one more thing. What is your tire size and the brand of types you have

[@knuttsackjones3094]

@@lorenzowest7756 whatever stock size is for a 19 super duty and bfg at ko2

[@myrtlecock]

The new startup screens are only one time on my 2020 XLT. Or is there some way to make it continue to do it?

[@knuttsackjones3094]

@@myrtlecock I believe it’s a ForScan thing to make it stick permanently

[@robbrossman5256]

@@myrtlecockI was going to ask the same

[@yadayada1212]

Any idea how to engage the side boards?

[@Knotdead73]

far in the menu for Courtesy Whipe. So when you spray your windshield and it cleans it, it holds for like 5 sec and then whipes any remaining there would be at the end :)

[@lexxthegreatest]

What rim and tire setup do you have also size love the vid by the way.

[@AndySyndrome]

2018 3.5 eco boost… my sport mode feels like it also increases boost on the top end, it’s still pulling pretty hard as opposed to wheezing in daily driver mode.

[@JayRSwan]

The tailgate function is great for picking people up at the airport. My tailgate goes down and up from in the cab. F150 Powerboost 👍

[@davidmcintier128]

It goes up? How does that work?

[@JayRSwan]

@David McIntier there is a button in the cab that lowers the tailgate, then brings it backup. Also, when you go to close it manually it takes over and closes it for you just lift up in the gate a bit.

[@user-tu7rr1zg4b]

What year do you have?

[@JayRSwan]

@@user-tu7rr1zg4b 2021

[@zachwalker5085]

Hitting 3 after your door code also unlocks all 4 doors instead of just driver door

[@spaceheater4180]

Another one that a lot of people don't know, most ford's do. But not all. If you pull out of the 4x4 knob, you will basically have posi track as well

[@Skormm]

That's an option. That only works if you have an electronic locking diff.

[@Seasniffer69]

That's only on the fx4 models and I believe specifically to the 3.55 rear end.

[@myrtlecock]

No I have a two-wheel drive with the 3.55 rear end and I have the same knob in the same spot for four-wheel drive but all it does is lock the rear end. So it doesn't have to be a 4x4.

[@bobs64ford352]

@@Seasniffer69 Both of my 2012's had 3.73's and had it. I'm not sure if it was an available option for all ratios though.

[@Seasniffer69]

@@bobs64ford352 this is true. I was being small minded and just thinking about my old 2019 fx4

[@midwestspeed7889]

Is that your actual mileage 197k? If so how does it drive and any issues? Beautiful truck!

[@stanleymelvin4153]

Man you made a great vid! Very helpful

[@andrewmilyard4898]

Just tried the Shelby R on my 2020. It's awesome, but I can't get it to go back to the original setting even when I select it. Any suggestion on going back?

[@gooddieyoung2744]

I'm pretty sure it will go back automatically after so long but I've only heard! I'll try it someday when I'm brave enough lol.

[@jimwithrow7643]

I'm not positive, but if you disconnect the negative battery cable for a minute or so, it may return to original settings.

[@myrtlecock]

See I have a 2020 and I wanted it to stay and it will not!😅

[@southeasternmichigancoyote8451]

I can’t get mine back to original setting

[@MRKUSKIE]

2016 Expedition and the windows nor the screen thing worked for me.

[@daltonstender1246]

Nice vid. I have a 2015 F150 and when you shift into sport mode the gear timing changes quite a bit.

[@wood123firebird]

just tried the double click on my remote for my 2016 King ranch, does not work for me. additionally tried changing the screen logo and it shows it when i turn off the truck but then reverts to the original when i turn back on.

[@Wrexhavik]

How do you get full screen backup camera? Mine is like half screen backup and half 360 view.

[@luke7750]

I knew all the ones except the last two! That’s awesome thank you!

[@michaelluke5878]

Here’s some neat features that I don’t see myself ever using.

[@bobs64ford352]

I've used the feature for locking the doors with the bottom two buttons for a long time now from my 2012 f-150's to my 2018 f-150 and my wife's 2016 explorer. Works great if you want to leave the vehicle running, if you have a dog in it and take the key fob with you or leave it in, I usually just keep it in my pocket. At least if someone breaks in they don't have the fob to steal it. I believe this was mentioned, but it also overrides automatic unlock if it senses the key inside, when you hit the normal door lock. Other than that, my truck has the tailgate feature, but I don't really use that and the window trick doesn't work with mine.

[@Sventy11]

I think the tailgate feature is for someone backing up to a gooseneck trailer. You don't need to get out to open it when you get close.

[@matthewartiles3179]

Yep I also occasionally use it when I'm carrying tools or whatever to load and can open it from a distance before my hands are full.

[@rontopping2048]

Convenience for full hands etc. Many uses man

[@WileyJunior-rd3iz]

Did the secret Bezel Diagnostics feature and now only the top three options are visible and it won’t scroll down. Is there another way to reset?

[@GilbertoMadrigal716]

How about to remove the little black Square when using the front or back cameras? (No full image)

[@clashwithmoi8926]

Yes that text is very annoying

[@rileywatts6602]

Have a deleted and tuned 6.7, sport mode is lackluster, probably due to the tuner being on 630hp sport mode all the time, taking traction control off does more for me, either way its the fastesr F350 ive ever been in lol

[@charlesbeckham7746]

My 2015 F150 has sport mode on the shifter ( tow/sport mode), press the button twice at the end of the column shifter and then hold on tight!! My truck has the v8 (same as the 2015 mustangs). Sport mode performance in my F150 makes a huge difference in performance and characteristics. To be fair i do have a dual flow custom fabricated exhaust with black tips and a cold air intake on the engine. The truck is pretty quick, just lite on the back end. lol

[@rosieone5670]

You didn’t find the programable secret battery voltage gauge on the digital dash. Nice option.

[@PsyKotyK]

Nice truck, i just read in my maual that the truck has camereras all arounfd the truck and i can acess it with a controll button . Stilm have to try it out but that would be cool. Apperantly you can disable the seat belt alarm too

[@johnpenn74]

Is there a way to make ALL windows go down? Is therr a way to disablenthe tailgate lock. ...?

[@Alexzavior2119]

Also, the door code thing. You don't need to press 4&5. Type in your code ei: 12345, then hit the last digit one more time, so in this case "5" and your end gate will lower down.

[@DonovanMc.-zm4dt]

Unfortunately doesn’t work for my 22 king ranch

[@Alexzavior2119]

@@DonovanMc.-zm4dt are you doing your code or the factory code? Only works with the factory code.

[@DonovanMc.-zm4dt]

@@Alexzavior2119 I’ve tried with personal & factory code, doesn’t work

[@Alexzavior2119]

Odd. My buddies 23 works

[@DonovanMc.-zm4dt]

Ford just doesn’t care about me. I’ve asked a few other folks & it works on some but not all of their higher trim truck so that’s interesting

[@zypo34]

sport mode enables the transmission to sustain longer periods before switching gears.

[@matthewschuettpelz6116]

I learned the window trick from a different video. But what is the Tailgate drop with the fob. I have a 2018 F250 xlt. or are some of these only on the Lariat??? My fob looks totally different then the one that he has.

[@bq6162]

I didn’t have to hold the 5/6 button to drop the tail gate. Just has to quick press it and the gate dropped. Had no clue about this one

[@mikekreen9336]

You forgot one of the most useful game changing features on the tailgate. Scenario, you put the tailgate down, you grab whatever's in the back using both hands. Now to close the tailgate without using your hands, put your knee under the tailgate and give it a little bump upwards and the tailgate goes back up.

[@jackpixley3696]

That’s because that’s only on brand new trucks, I know 21+ f-150s and the 22+ super duties (not sure on super duties)

[@mikekreen9336]

@@jackpixley3696 Sorry if I miss spoke, however, thank you for clearing that up as I myself was not aware of that feature only being on certain model years.

[@jakeMTSU]

only on some... 2023 f350 mine has the down button, but doesnt have up installed... but it is an XLT .. and with my bed cover (diamondback) doesn't work anyways... to much pressure on it.

[@dexterdrakeford]

I'm Loving what you're doing. Can't wait for your journey

[@nsanger69]

How do you save the theme? I can change it, but it goes back to the Ford logo after a few minutes.

[@arstocker]

The roll windows down with the remote does not work on my 2023 Powerboost. Does anyone know if there is another button combination to make it work?

[@jormungandr9840]

So the hidden menu called bezel diagnostics and pressing end test will stop that speaker test.

[@BIGRICKLITTLERICK]

Did the Lincoln one and now my screen is black! Any idea how to reset it back to normally? Screen is all black.

[@illmazing]

I have 22 f350 platinum and but mine does not give the option to change the themes following your steps….bummer bc that is a really cool feature.

[@mattwhite3654]

So when the truck shuts off, it displays the new screen but when it fires up, it’s back to old boring ford? How do We fuck with this?? … and thanks by the way… very cool! Did not know about sport mode or the test setting! I just hold down the traction control till everything goes off and then she’s a wildcat! … but I also have mine deleted of coarse!

[@djjimenez1840]

What size are your tires and rims

[@okhotrodder]

Title should be "In case you didn't read your manual."

[@graingermike13]

Maybe/ I mean I didn't read my manual but I like the key fab / window going down trick . Some ppl just work to many hours to read the manual .. lol enjoy your day / evening :)

[@chevtow]

Haven’t read mine. They no longer include them gotta pull it up on the dash. I’ll open it up as needed or more likely google it

[@DeepSouthSlings]

Sweet truck, love the wheels

[@johncollins7670]

Great Job kid, dont worry about hitting the "End Test" button to shorten your wait time when changing themes. 👍

[@mikezaccaro160]

Did you have issues with the theme reverting back to the original? Evert time I changed the theme when I started it back up it would go back. Am I doing something wrong?

[@chrisjackson8109]

GREAT video thanks!

[@williamowens4937]

I have a 2022 ford f150 platinum, do it hav the same features as the one you showing

[@Loveus00]

Great job, man. Love this.

[@kellybirk75]

There is a compartment in the 2022 f150 under where the shifter lays down.

[@lesleyboeder1798]

My 2015 has sport mode on the column shifter push once for trailer mode and twice for sport mode

[@noniespam]

So starting the truck with a dead key fob battery is a neat trick but did you bust out the window to get in the truck? Don’t do it, use the hidden key in the fob to open the door. Or just use the code to get in, but if your car battery happens to fail then the hidden key would be nice to get in to pop the hood.

[@Noob_Crew_Sledders]

just picked up a 17 lariat today....definately switching to the shelby R theme 🤣🤣

[@MrLemurman]

2018 Lariat the window roll down did not work for me....😩

[@royalfish8324]

Ohhhhh, I thought that was my spare key fob battery storage compartment

[@FiremanFrach]

Some of those features come on Lariats, not F-250's in general (i.e. XLT).

[@Seasniffer69]

They're actually in every ECM and BCM just turned off by Ford. Forscan was an eye opener.

[@RowdyOne-g7j]

I tried the remote to open the windows on a 2016 F250 XLT, and it didn't work. Does it need to be enabled somehow? Thanks for any help you can provide.

[@jessefields9535]

prob using forscan

[@jeffreypotter]

Great info, thanks!

[@a-a-ron2336]

Sport mode turns off the speed limiter ✌️

[@kevinvanlohuizen2709]

Be interested to see a video of that

[@dw734]

Holy crap you weren't joking. I didn't push past 105. Is the truck only governed by rpms now? What's the new top speed?

[@dw734]

Or what's the fastest you've had your truck up to?

[@a-a-ron2336]

@@dw734 2019 450 limits at 87, only got a little above that. Tires are only rated to 87. It was by chance I even noticed ✌️

[@dw734]

@@a-a-ron2336 I have a 2016 f250. I have to hold the "tcs" button for 10 seconds and it disables everything apparently.