2002
Ford F150 reviews and buying guide.
2002
Ford F150 resources:
2002 Ford F150
Packaging
Available
features on the 2002 Ford F150 include air conditioning,
overhead console, power windows with delayed accessory
power and one-touch down driver's window, power locks,
tilt steering wheel, speed control, and a power moonroof.
Power
adjustable accelerator and brake pedals, standard on
the F150 SuperCrew for 2001, are now standard on all
Lariat models and optional on XL and XLT trucks.
Electronic
Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) is standard on
the SuperCrew, Lariat and King Ranch. An ISO symbol
has been added to tine instrument cluster to notify
the driver when the fuel cap is loose. A spare tire
lock is now standard.
The
AM/FM stereo radio on the XL offers a cassette player,
while the single CD player is standard on XLT and Lariat
models.
The
F150 SuperCrew offers many first- or best-in-class features
including standard power adjustable pedals, available
power moonroof and a functional bed extender, which
increases box length for carrying longer items. SuperCrew
has an available rear seat entertainment package option,
with VHS player and game outlets.
Tie-down
hooks are located in each corner of all F150 cargo boxes
to help secure cargo. A cargo light on the back of the
cab makes loading and uploading the pickup box easier
at night.
The
rear step bumper provides easier access to the cargo
area. The tailgate can be removed for special loading
applications, and on XLT and Lariat it can be locked.
Powertrains
F150
powertrains have been improved to give quieter engine
operation.
F150's
standard Regular Cab and SuperCab 4.2-liter OHV V-6
engine produces 202 horsepower and 252 lb.-ft of torque.
It features a split-port induction system that optimizes
fuel efficiency and engine response.
The
4.6-liter SOHC Triton V-8, which is standard with F150
SuperCrew and optional with Regular Cab and SuperCab
models, delivers 231 horsepower and 293 lb.-ft. of torque.
The single overhead cam (SOHC) design features one camshaft
in each cylinder head, providing excellent valve control
for dependable power and responsive performance.
All
models offer an optional 5.4-liter SOHC Triton V-8 engine
that puts out 260 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque.
In January 2001, this engine was named one of Ward's
Auto World's "Ten Best Engines" for the fifth year in
a row. This engine features more torque than comparable
engines from its full-size pickup truck competitors.
Also, peak torque arrives at a lower RPM than the competition.
F150's
five-speed manual overdrive transmission, standard on
Regular Cab and SuperCab models, has an overdrive fifth
gear to reduce engine rpm at highway speeds, which contributes
to fuel economy and quieter operation.
A
4-speed automatic overdrive transmission, optional on
Regular Cab and SuperCab models but standard on the
F150 SuperCrew, provides high output of low-end torque
for excellent start-up performance.
F150's
towing and payload ratings can be enhanced with optional
packages. The Class III Towing Group includes a seven-pin
trailer wiring harness, frame-mounted hitch receiver,
heavy-duty electrical/cooling package and heavy-duty
shock absorbers.
The
7700 Payload (Group A) upgrades the GVWR to 7,700 pounds
and provides a front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
on all 4x4 models of 4,150 pounds to accommodate a snowplow
(7700 package and snowplow are not available on SuperCrew).
A new optional 4.10 axle ratio is now available with
the 7700 package (Group B), which allows for 15,000
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCW) on the 4x2 model.
Ride
and Handling
Four-wheel
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is standard on all F150
models. The short- and long-arm independent front suspension
enhances ride and handling, while staggered rear shocks
on SuperCrew help to control movement of the rear axle
on bumpy roads.
Safety
and Security
Child-safety
seat tether anchors enable parents to more securely
install front-facing child-safety seats. A driver and
right front passenger air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) is included for front occupant protection.
Side door intrusion beams help to protect occupants
in a side impact.
BeltMinderTM
system encourages safety belt use. It is particularly
valuable in a pickup, which is often subject to frequent
short trips. Remote keyless entry offers added convenience
and security at night by activating the interior lights.
The SecuriLockTM passive anti-theft system
helps to prevent vehicle theft. It is automatically
armed when the ignition is turned off and will not allow
the engine to start without the proper ignition key.
Its specially coded chip communicates with the vehicle's
ignition system and has 72 quadrillion possible codes.
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