FORD 2013 F-150 v.1 - Manual (Page 254)

Box Side Step (If Equipped)
The box side step allows easier access to the truck bed.
Note: Do not drive the vehicle with a box side step in the deployed
position.
Note: The box side step load carrying capability (one person plus cargo)
is 500 pounds (227 kilograms). Do not exceed this amount.
Note: Do not use the box side steps to lift the vehicle when jacking.
Utilize proper jacking points.
Note: The box side steps may operate slower in cooler temperatures.
Debris such as mud, dirt, snow, ice and salt may become trapped in the
box side step mechanism. This may cause the box side step to not
deploy automatically after pressing the button. If this occurs, make sure
that the button is pressed down and carefully manually pull out the box
side step. Wash off the debris with a high-pressure car wash wand and
re-stow the step.
To deploy the box side step, push
down on the button with your foot.
The step will automatically extend
out from the stowed position.
To stow the box side step, push the
box side step under the truck with
your foot until it is fully latched. Do
not push on the button while
stowing the box side step.
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