Ford 2011 F-250 manuale d’uso

Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 14 W arning lights and chimes 14 Gauges 21 Message center 22 Entertainment Systems 60 AM/FM stereo 60 AM/FM stereo with CD 62 Auxiliary input jack 69 USB port 71 Satellite radio information 74 Navigation system 77 SYNC 威 77 Climate Controls 78 Manual heating and air conditioning 78 Dual electronic automatic tempe[...]

Seating and Safety Restraints 150 Seating 150 Safety restraints 166 Airbags 176 Child restraints 190 Tires, Wheels and Loading 212 T ire information 214 T ire inflation 217 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 232 V ehicle loading 239 T railer towing 247 T railer brake controller -integrated 251 Recreational towing 258 Driving 259 Starting 259 B[...]

Cleaning 352 Maintenance and Specifications 361 Engine compartment 362 Engine oil 366 Battery 368 Engine coolant 370 Fuel information 377 Air filter(s) 395 Part numbers 399 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 400 Engine data 404 Accessories 408 Ford Extended Service Plan 41 1 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 415 Normal scheduled maintenanc[...]

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following [...]

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION W arning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, i[...]

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Y our vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. T ry not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. V ary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer[...]

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles W ARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’ s Guide carefully . Y our vehicle is not a passenger car . As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correc[...]

DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly d[...]

limitations regarding 911 Assist and T raffic, directions and Information privacy below). However , parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. T o read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or t[...]

V ehicle Modification Data Recording Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’ s W arranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped with Powertrain Control Systems that can detect[...]

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’ s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the mar[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metric similar Optional instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metric similar W arning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with on[...]

bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. Standard message center Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate in the message center . These lights function the same as the other warning lights. Optional[...]

W ARNING: 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. Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine s[...]

W ARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur . It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer . Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury[...]

Door ajar (R TT): Displays when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open. Engine coolant temperature (R TT): Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . W ARNING: Never remove [...]

AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction control (if equipped): Displays when the AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction control is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately , refer to the Driving chapter for more information. AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction control off light (if equipped): Illuminates when AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction control has b[...]

Speed control (if equipped): The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in: • On (amber light): Illuminates when the speed control system is turned on. T urns off when the speed control system is engaged or turned off. • Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the speed control system is engaged. [...]

GAUGES Base cluster with automatic transmission shown. Metric similar . 1. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between L and H). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil l[...]

Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range. Red area The transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range. If the gauge is operating in the yellow or red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricte[...]

Selectable features Info (information menu) Press the INFO button repeatedly to cycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release the INFO button until the TRIP A/B appear in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset. Refer to U[...]

XX.X A VG MPG (L/100km) A verage fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Y our vehicle[...]

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features: Note: When returning to the SETUP menu and a non-English language has been selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed to change back to English. Press and hold the RESET button to change back to Englis[...]

T o reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change, perform the following: 1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”. 2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%. Note: T o change oil life 100% value to another value, proceed to Step 3. 3. On[...]

ZONE <XX> RESET = CHANGE The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW , W and NW in the message center display . Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. RESET FOR CALIBRA TION This feature calibrates the compass. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful [...]

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 7. Press the RESET button until the display reads RESET FOR CALIBRA TION to start the compass calibration functi[...]

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SP ANISH / FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. W aiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds to set the language ch[...]

P ASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger’ s door is not completely closed. REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed. REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed. CHECK FUEL CAP — Displayed when the fuel cap may not be properly closed. Refer to What y[...]

TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT REAR TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN LEFT RE[...]

VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 m[...]

TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake when a trailer is not connected. Refer to T railer towing in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER DISCONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime when a trailer connection becomes disconnect[...]

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPL Y BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode. For more information, refer to Four -wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter . SHIFT DELA YED PULL FOR W ARD (if equipped) — May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW . For more information, refer to Four -wheel drive (4WD) operation in [...]

ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final 30 seconds of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown is a (regulatory) requirement which may be required of a particular diesel vehicle for sale in states requiring this feature. Refer to your d[...]

W ARNING: When the CLEANING EXHAUST FIL TER message appears in the message center , do not park near flammable materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete. EXHAUST FIL TER DRIVE COMPLETE (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) has been adequately cleaned after the DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FIL [...]

SPEED LIMITED YYKMH IN XXXKM EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is nearing empty . The vehicle’ s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Y[...]

SPEED LIMITED YYMPH IN XX MI CONT AMINA TED EXHAUST FLUID (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid becomes contaminated. Speed will be limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. SPEED LIMITED YYK[...]

ENGINE IDLED SEE MANUAL CONT AMINA TED EXHAUST FLUID (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is contaminated. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE OIL DILUTED(diesel eng[...]

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle’ s message center is capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with a informational messages and/or warnings. The message center is also used to program/configure the different features of your vehicle. The message center d[...]

Main menu From the main menu screen you can choose the following: • Gauge Mode • T rip A/B • Fuel Economy • T ruck Apps (if equipped) • Settings • Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or OK to enter into that menu option. Gauge Mode Gauge Detail: In this mode, the following options a[...]

Press the right arrow key to reach T rip B. Press the left arrow to go back to T rip A. Press OK to pause the T rip A or B screen/press again to un-pause. Press and hold OK to reset the currently displayed trip information. Fuel Economy In this mode, fuel economy information is displayed as follows: • Instant MPG (L/100km) — shows instantaneous[...]

• 10 Minutes. • 30 Minutes. • Last 5 Resets. Use the up/down arrows keys to highlight one of the choices; press and hold OK to set your choice. The graph is updated each minute with the fuel economy that was achieved during the prior 5, 10, 30 minutes or last 5 resets of driving. Truck Apps (if equipped) In this mode, off-road and trailer tow[...]

When “Press OK for options” is displayed, pressing OK will open the trailer options menus: T railer Change Active T railer When this is highlighted, press the right arrow key to change the currently selected trailer . Use the up and down arrows to select a trailer and press the OK button to choose the highlighted trailer . Adding a new trailer?[...]

T railer Rename T railer Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted to display saved or default trailers. Use the up/down buttons to highlight a trailer and press OK to select it. Use the up/down arrow buttons to change the characters as needed. When done, press OK to accept the change. Reset T railer Mileage/ Kilometers (if equipped) Pr[...]

Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. V ehicle (cont’d) Compass (cont’d) Calibration (When choosing Calibration, follow the on-screen directions to calibrate the compass) DTE Calculation (distance to empty) Normal History used T owing Locks Autolock, On/Off Autounlock On/Off Unlockin[...]

MyKey Create MyKey Press and hold OK to create MyKey AdvanceT rac Always on or Selectable MAX MPH (km/h) 80 MPH (120 km/h) or Off Speed W arning 45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or 105 km/h) V olume Limiter On/Off Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys Language English, Español, Français Units Distance Miles and GAL or Kilometers and L T emperature Fahrenh[...]

System Check Brakes T ire Pressure T railer Brake Ctrl. Gain and Output (when trailer is connected) No trailer (when no trailer is connected) T railer Sway Park Aid Check Rear Park Aid Fuel Level (distance to empty) Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected. If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems,[...]

• Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing RESET . This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message. DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the door is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left d[...]

POWER REDUCED TO LOWER ENGINE TEMP — Displayed when the engine temperature gauge needle moves to H. Y ou may notice reduced engine power . Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. CLEANING EXHAUST FIL TER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle has entered the cleaning mode. V arious [...]

STOP SAFEL Y NOW , the chime will sound, and engine power will be reduced again and shut down below 3 mph (5 km/h). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE IDLED UPON REFUEL CONT AMINA TED EXHAUST FLUID (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is contaminated. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mod[...]

can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack of lubrication. A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds. Once the counter has reached 0 seconds, OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and the engine will respond to accelerator pedal movement. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. EXHAUST FIL TER DRIVE COMPLETE (diesel engi[...]

IN XX MILES, SPEED LIMITED TO YY MPH CONT AMINA TED EXHAUST FLUID (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid becomes contaminated. Speed will be limited when reaching the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information[...]

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH UPON REST AR T CONT AMINA TED EXHAUST FLUID (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is contaminated. Speed will be limited upon restart. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH U[...]

W A TER IN FUEL DRAIN FIL TER SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to be drained. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Y our T ires in the T ires[...]

TRAIN SP ARE TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAINING COMPLETE — Displayed when training of the TPMS system is complete. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. POWER STEERING[...]

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW . For more information, refer to Four -wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter . TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW . For more info[...]

CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL (if equipped) — Displayed when an electronic locking differential (ELD) system fault is present. For more information, refer to Electronic locking differential (ELD) in the Driving chapter . CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFEL Y — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a presele[...]

REAR P ARK AID OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is disabled by the driver . REAR P ARK AID ON (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is enabled. TO STOP ALARM, ST AR T VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’ s side door .[...]

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. W e reco[...]

2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to gain access to the following settings: TREB (T reble): Press AUDIO to reach the treble setting. Use / / SEEK . BASS (Bass): Press AUDIO to reach the bass setting. Use / / SEEK . BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting. Use / / SEEK to adjust between the left and right speakers. Setting the clock: [...]

AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite-compatible sound system (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation o[...]

2. (Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC 威 , press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to your SYNC 威 supplement. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC 威 , the display will read NO PHONE. 3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings: Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HO[...]

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song title from the system’ s memory . Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song title appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to delete the cur[...]

L..R (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. B..F (Fade): Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. F ADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust [...]

4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode, if equipped) and SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped). For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter . Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS 威 radio subscription. Check[...]

current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display . T o disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display . Note: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to play the tracks in random order . In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder . 8. FOLDER : In folder mode, press FOLDE[...]

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS 威 long channel name. In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indi[...]

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. W e recommend against[...]

4. T urn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level. 5. T urn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display . Y ou should hear audio fro[...]

USB port (if equipped) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Y our primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. W e recommend against the use of [...]

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only . (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner . • W ipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are[...]

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio[...]

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 d[...]

• T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. Y ou are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS 威 signal (i.e., [...]

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. 2. A. R Rear defroster [...]

5. Recirculated air (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be[...]

• If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear , it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’ s transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. • A sma[...]

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Optional or Standard message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. –/+ Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed. 2. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear [...]

• : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. • : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . A/C engages automatically in MAX A[...]

13. DUAL: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 14. Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. 15. Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seatin[...]

For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or (recirculated air). 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select (recirculated air). Use (recirculated air) with A/C to provide colder airflow . 3. Set the temperature to 60°[...]

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature during remote start based on the outside temperature. Engine idle may increase to help with adjusting the cabin temperature. Note: No climate control adjustments will be recognized during remote start operation. Once the ignition is cycled t[...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. •[...]

3. T urn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. T urn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on. 5. W ait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps. The fog lamp[...]

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the headlamps on with a reduced output. T o activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. W ARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather . Th[...]

V ertical aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Y our vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. T o adjust the headlamps: 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away . • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp[...]

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and cancellation is electronic. • T o operate the left turn signal, push the lever down until it stops and release. • T o operate the right turn signal, push the lever up until it stops and r[...]

T o turn on the map lamps, press the lamp. The dome lamp turns on when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate norm[...]

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently . Function Number of bulbs T rade number Headlamps 2 H13/9008 Park/T urn lamp 2 3157NA Sidemarker 2 W5W T ail/stop/turn/sidemarker (pick-up only) 2 3157 T ail/stop/turn/sidemarker (chassis cabs only; if equipped) 2 3157 Back-up (pick-ups only) 2 921 Back-up (chassis cabs only)[...]

2. Using masking tape or a marker , make an alignment mark between one of the grille brackets and the vehicle radiator support to ensure correct grille alignment during re-assembly . Do not scratch the black coating from the radiator support. 3. Remove the two grille to headlamp assembly push pins and the four bolts attaching the top of the grille [...]

11. For the park or turn lamp bulb, remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. W ARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’ s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps a[...]

Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (chassis cabs only) (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly . 3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2.[...]

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order . Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper[...]

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your[...]

TILT/T ELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column. 2. While the lever is in the down position, move the steering wheel up or down and in or out until you find the desired position. 3. While holding the steering wheel in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the ste[...]

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’ s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the release tab on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglass[...]

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only . Do not insert any other object in the power outlet for this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty . Auxiliary po[...]

Power point (1 10V AC) (if equipped) The 110V AC power point outlet is used for powering electrical devices that require up to 150W . Exceeding the 150W limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection. Note: The 110V AC power point is equipped with a safety cap and a safety twist tab. They both provi[...]

The 110V AC power point can provide power whenever the vehicle ignition is in the on position and the power point green indicator light located in the top left corner is turned on. Refer to the indicator light code below for the power point status. Indicator light codes Green light is on — Power point is ready to supply power Green light is off ?[...]

One-touch down Allows the driver’ s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly . The window will open fully . Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows only the driver to o[...]

INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. W ARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Y our vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror which ha[...]

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. The spotter mirror below the main glass (if equipped) must be adjusted manually . Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) The main mirror glass and lower convex spotter mirror are heated to remove ice, mist and fog. T o activate the heated mirrors, press the heated mirror control located on th[...]

Note: When powerfolding the mirrors, it is normal to hear the sound of the motors. Powerfold mirror positions, from left to right: Position 1, Position 2, Position 3 The powerfold mirrors may be folded forward/rearward manually to any of the three positions shown and electrically to positions 1 and 2 only . If a mirror is folded manually forward to[...]

T elescoping mirrors (if equipped) The telescoping feature allows the mirror to extend approximately 2.75 inches (70 mm). This feature is especially useful to the driver when towing a trailer . Mirrors can be manually pulled out or pushed in to the desired telescopic position. If equipped with power telescoping mirrors, you can simultaneously posit[...]

Mirror-mounted side turn signal indicator (if equipped) When the vehicle turn signals are activated, the outer portion of the mirror housing will blink amber . The turn signal feature can be seen by other drivers who may approach from the rear of the vehicle. Clearance lamps (if equipped) Illuminates when the headlamps or parking lamps are switched[...]

The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing a memory set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features when a memory position is selected. Refer to Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter . SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) W ith speed control set, you can mai[...]

Note: • V ehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Disengagi[...]

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Audio control features MEDIA: Press repeatedly to scroll through available audio modes. SEEK : Press to select the previous/next radio station preset or CD track (if equipped). Press and hold to select the previous/next radio station frequency or to reverse/forward a CD. + VOL – (V olume): Press to increase o[...]

Press to scroll through various menus and selections. Press OK to confirm your selection. For further information on the SYNC 威 system, refer to the SYNC 威 supplement. Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (if equipped) Press VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the navigation display to use the voice command feature. [...]

If your vehicle is equipped with this option, there will also be a relay box located on the driver side end of the instrument panel. See your authorized dealer for service. The relays are coded as shown in the accompanying illustration. There will also be one power lead for each switch found as a blunt-cut and sealed wire located below the instrume[...]

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. W ARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. W ARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not [...]

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter . Car2U 姞 Home Automation System (if equipped) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitter located in the driver’ s visor that includes two primary feature[...]

T ypes of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System may be programmed to operate rolling code and fixed code garage door openers. • Rolling code garage door openers were produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door[...]

1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U 威 system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release. 2. Go to the garage to locate the garage door opener motor and its “learn” button. Y ou may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the unit’ s cover or light lens to locate the “learn” button. Press the “learn” button, after whi[...]

T o program another rolling code device such as an additional garage door opener , a security device or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 4 substituting a different function button in Step 3 than what you used for the garage door opener . For example, you could assign the left-most button to the garage door , the center button to a security dev[...]

3. T o input these positions into the Car2U 威 system, simultaneously press all three Car2U 威 system buttons for a few seconds and then release to put the device into programming mode. The indicator lights will blink slowly . Within 2.5 minutes enter your corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into your Car2U 威 system by pressing[...]

T o erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outside Car2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights begin to blink rapidly . The indicator lights are located directly above the buttons. 2. Once the indicator [...]

T AILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a tailgate lock designed to help prevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock. • T urn ignition key to the left to unlock. T ailgate removal Y our tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. W ARNING: Always properly secure car[...]

4. Lower the tailgate. 5. Using a screwdriver , gently pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw . Disconnect cable. 6. Disconnect the other cable. 7. Lift tailgate to a 45-degree angle from horizontal. 8. Lift right side off of its hinge. 9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal. 10. Remove tailgate fr[...]

• Always use grab handle when stepping up and down. • Step not intended for bare-footed use. • Keep step clean from contamination before use (e.g. snow , mud) • Keep the step load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg). • Never drive with step deployed. T o close the tailgate step: 1. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailga[...]

2. Open the latches to release the panels. 3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other side of the bed extender . 4. Connect the two panels, then rotate both knobs a quarter -turn clockwise to secure the panels. Driver Controls 124 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

5. Ensure the latch rod is inserted into the tailgate hole and the locking pins on both sides are engaged into their holes in the pick-up box. 6. Reverse steps for storage of the bed extender . Note: When the vehicle is in motion, ensure the locking pins and knobs are fully engaged. Note: Ensure all cargo is secured. Note: When the vehicle is in mo[...]

KEYS Y our vehicle may be equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT s). The key blade functions as a programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter . Y our IKT s are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your veh[...]

MyKey™ restricted features Standard settings – These settings cannot be changed • The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder 威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder 威 operation. • Low fuel warnings are displayed in the messag[...]

For optional message center 1. At the main menu screen select SETTING then MYKEY by pressing OK or the right arrow key . 2. Press OK to select CREA TE MYKEY . 3. Hold OK as prompted until you see MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED. MyKey™ is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: T o program [...]

2. Use the up and down arrows to get to any of the optional features. 3. Press the right arrow key to bring up the settings available for each feature. 4. Press OK or the right arrow key to make your choice. Disable MyKey™ T o reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys do the following: For standard message center 1. T urn the vehicle on using the admin k[...]

Using MyKey™ with remote start systems MyKey™ is not compatible with non Ford-approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. The following information MA Y help customers who choose to use a non Ford-approved remote start system[...]

Note: For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved remote start installed, it is possible to program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys™, in which case, you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob. [...]

T roubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining Admin key (there always has to be at least one Admin key). • SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode. • V ehicle has been started using a non Ford-ap[...]

Condition Potential Causes I accidentally programmed all keys as MyKeys™ • V ehicle has a non Ford-approved remote start system that is recognized as an Admin key . Refer to the Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys™ as Admin keys. No MyKey™ function with (if equipped) intelligent access key with push button s[...]

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to unlock all doors. Press control to lock all doors. Smart locks (if equipped) This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition. When you open the driver’ s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock, t[...]

The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower , and • the vehicle then attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h) for greater than two seconds. Deactivating/activating autolock feature There are four methods to enable/disable this[...]

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. T urn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4p r e s st h e7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the sys[...]

Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed. Y ou must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Place the [...]

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the childproof door locks are set, but the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on the rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door . Settin[...]

The typical operating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors. • remotely lock all th[...]

Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Y our vehicle comes with two step unlocking enabled. Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing and holding both the and buttons simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately four seconds. The hazard lamps will flash twice to indicate that [...]

2. Press and hold control button 1 for five seconds. A tone will be heard after two seconds confirming memory position has been set. Continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 3. W ithin three seconds press the . 4. A tone will be heard when the transmitter programming is complete. 5. Press the . 6. Repeat this procedure for [...]

3. Insert the new battery . Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for the correct orientation of the battery . Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity . 4. Snap the battery cover back onto the key . Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your veh[...]

The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the off position, 10 [...]

Starting the engine with remote start T o start the engine using remote start: Note: Each button press must be done within 3 seconds of each other . If this sequence is not followed the vehicle will not remote start and the horn will not chirp. 1. Press on the IKT to lock all the doors. 2. Press two times. The exterior lamps will flash twice. Note:[...]

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Y ou can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key . The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; this code is located on the owner’ s wallet card in the glove box, is marked on the computer module, and is available from your authorized de[...]

3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. Y our personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code will work. Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive button presses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disa[...]

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. Y ou need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key , but may cause a momentar[...]

1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position (maintain ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds). 2. T urn ignition from the 3 (on) position back to the 1 (off) position in order to remove the first coded key f[...]

Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the park/turn lamps and will sound the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on[...]

FRONT SEATING W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original po[...]

T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that [...]

T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two[...]

Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints m[...]

T o reinstall the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. W ARNING: The non-adjustable head restraint is a safety device. It should be installed whenever the seat is occupied. W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of[...]

• Pull the release lever handle located on the side of the seat up to move the seatback forward or backward. 20 percent front seat armrest and console (if equipped) T o release the armrest and gain access to the cupholders and seatback storage bin, press the button on the right-hand side of the seat and pull the seatback down. Pull up on the tab [...]

T o gain access to the under -seat storage compartment (if equipped) in your seat cushion, lift the latch to open the lid. The lid cannot be opened when the armrest is down. The under -seat storage compartment (if equipped) has a programmable lock. Use the ignition key to program the lock to the compartment. Electronics may be powered or charged us[...]

Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward or backward. Power recline (if equipped) Press the control to recline the seatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other[...]

Heated and cooled seats (if equipped) The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dual electronic automatic temperature control (DEA TC) system. Heated seats W ARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or [...]

If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped) The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be replaced periodically . Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for more informat[...]

T o install a filter: 1. Position the filter in it’ s housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing. 2. Push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positio[...]

The seat will move to the final position when the key is in the ignition (if easy entry feature is enabled). Easy-access/easy-out feature (if equipped) The easy entry feature automatically moves the driver’ s seat 2 inches (5 cm) forward when: • the transmission is in P (Park) • the key is inserted into the ignition cylinder (If the seat is l[...]

4. Cycle the ignition key between the off position and the on position a total of three times ending with the ignition in the off position. 5. Engage the forward or rearward seat switch. 6. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. (The driver seat may move rearward if the easy entry/exit feature is activated). Steps 2 through 6 must be per[...]

Removal of the second-row non-adjustable head restraints is the same as the front row center head restraint. Refer to Front-row center non-adjustable head restraint in this chapter . W ARNING: The non-adjustable head restraint is a safety device. It should be installed whenever the seat is occupied. W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in[...]

Folding the rear seatback (Crew Cab) 1. Pull forward on the control to fold down the seatback. 2. Pull down on the handle and lift up on the seatback to return it to the original position. Folding up the rear seat cushion 1. Pull control to release seat cushion. 2. Rotate seat cushion up until it locks into vertical storage position. Returning the [...]

Rear center armrest (if equipped) T o use the armrest simply rotate it forward from the seatback. Rear under seat storage (if equipped) (Crew Cab) The rear seat has storage space located under the seat cushion. Lift up the lever and flip up the seat cushion to access the storage space and the power point (1). T o remove the storage space divider , [...]

Use your vehicle key to lock the storage space. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions W ARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit in a rear seating position where they can be properly restrained. W ARNING: Never l[...]

W ARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. W ARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair . 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only . [...]

2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. Restraint of pregnant women W ARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. The shoulder portion of the safety belt should be posi[...]

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child safety seat (except a booster) is installed [...]

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. W ARNING: After any vehicle collision, the front passenger and rear outboard safety belt systems must be checked by an author[...]

W ARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch (20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can[...]

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning[...]

If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider ... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur ev[...]

Reasons given... Consider ... “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed[...]

W ARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. W e recommend you leave the Belt-Minder 威 system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. T o reduce the risk of injury , do not deactivate/activate the Belt[...]

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; t h e r ei sar i s ko fi n j u r yf r o ma deploying airbag. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the[...]

W ARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. T o properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably . • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright posit[...]

W ARNING: An infant in a rear -facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger airbag. Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unless the passenger airbag is turned off. See Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch. W ARNING: Front seating positions only: If seating two adults and a child, For[...]

The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amo[...]

• one or more impact and safing sensors, • a readiness light and tone • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag back up [...]

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side air[...]

to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over , rear -impact, frontal or near -frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. W ARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. W ARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. Th[...]

W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 System is provided. W ARNING: T o reduce risk of injury , do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the Safety Canopy 姞 System work? The design[...]

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained in the second row seats. The Safety Canopy 威 will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. The Safety Canopy 威 System is [...]

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter . Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following[...]

Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) W ARNING: An airbag ON/OFF switch may be installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these instructions and warnings. Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious inj[...]

Turning the passenger airbag back on The passenger airbag remains off until you turn it back on. 1. Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON. 2. The “pass airbag off” light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is turned to on. This indicates that the passenger airbag is operational. W ARNING: If the “pass airbag off” light is [...]

The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an airbag than without. T o do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries, airbags must open with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective wa[...]

3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: • causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and • makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the airbag and allowing the passenger , even if belted, t[...]

3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician: • poses a special risk for the passenger if the airbag deploys; and • makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag deployment greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the airbag and experiencing a crash without the protection offered[...]

W ARNING: All children are shaped differently . The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law . Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety T echnician (CPST) and consult your pediatri[...]

• Y ou are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U.S. and Canada. • Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 ft 9 in (1.45 meters) tall, or 80 lb (36 kg). Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirement[...]

W ARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear -facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the vehicle seat all the way back. When possible, all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. If all child[...]

W ARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’ s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. W ARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. T ransporting children Alw[...]

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) section in this chapter . • Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’ s instructi[...]

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place vehicle seat back in upright position. • This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip. W ARNING: Depending on where you secure a child restraint, and de[...]

2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the b[...]

5. Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. T o do so, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure th[...]

9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter . 10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to [...]

W ARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. W ARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag. 2. Slide the tongue up the webbing. 3. While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue, route [...]

4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue. 5. Remove remaining slack from the belt. Force the seat down with extra weight, e.g., by pressing down or kneeling on the child restraint while pulling [...]

7. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward. There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 8. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA[...]

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): • F-Series Regular Cab • F-Series SuperCab • F-Series Crew Cab Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor . Once the child[...]

T ether strap attachment 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, other wise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. If the top of the safety seat hits the head restraint, rai[...]

• Rear seats (Crew Cab) If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 6. Refer to the Installing child safety seats with automatic locking mode combination lap and shoulder belts and Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seatin[...]

Many tether straps cannot be tightened if the tether strap is hooked to the loop directly behind the child seat. T o provide a tight tether strap: 1. Route the tether strap through the loop directly behind the child seat. 2. Attach the strap hook onto the loop behind an adjacent seating position. 3. Install the child safety seat tightly using the v[...]

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit of the vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g., convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and are around four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner guide for the weight, height, and age limits s[...]

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions when seated without a booster seat: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat cushion? • Can the child sit without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shou[...]

• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’ s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and [...]

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’ s instructions. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder[...]

For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter . W ARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly or child restraint system under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Seating and Safety Restraints 211 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) [...]

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to per[...]

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as necessary . Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter . Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications ch[...]

• Narrower — to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use. As a result of the above dimensional differences, SUV’ s and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between the loaded and unloaded condition. These differences that make your vehicle so versa[...]

T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon t[...]

TIRES T ires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. Glossary of tire terminology • T ire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry . • T ire Identification [...]

INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust if required. At least on[...]

under -inflation of the tires, improper tires (load range, size, or type), or vehicle modifications such as lift-kits. In the event that your vehicle experiences shimmy , you should slowly reduce speed by either lifting off the accelerator pedal or lightly applying the brakes. The shimmy will cease as the vehicle speed decreases. Maximum Permissibl[...]

Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires. For T -type/mini-spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for description): Store and maintain at 60 psi (4.15 bar). For full-size and dissimilar spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for description): Store[...]

W ARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check the tire and valve stems for holes, cracks, or cuts that m[...]

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally . Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently , and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydropla[...]

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (138[...]

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires[...]

Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter) will help your tires wear more evenly , providing better tire performance and longer tire life. • Rear -wheel drive (RWD) vehicles/Four -wheel drive (4WD)/All-wheel drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes[...]

W ARNING: If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system), then the settings for the TPMS sensors need to be updated. Always perform the TPMS reset procedure after tire rotation. If the system is not reset, it may not provide a low tire pressure wa[...]

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certificatio[...]

7. H: Indicates the tire’ s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure. These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for[...]

10. T ire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber -coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall. T ire manufacturers also must indicate the ply materials in the tire and the sidewall, which include steel, nylon, polyester , and others. 11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilogra[...]

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below . Note: T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA)[...]

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the v[...]

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (a[...]

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the tire pressure monitoring system is to warn you when your tires need air . It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your tire pressure monitoring system: L[...]

Low tire pressure warning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warning light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary spare[...]

TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tire rotation on vehicles that require different recommended tire pressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. W ARNING: T o determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle – refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label or T ire Label located o[...]

3. Cycle the ignition to the on position with the engine off. 4. T urn the hazard flashers on then off three times. This must be accomplished within 10 seconds. If the reset mode has been entered successfully , the horn will sound once, the TPMS indicator will flash and the message center (if equipped) will display TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE . If this d[...]

8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire. Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. T raining is complete after the horn sounds for the last tire trained (driver’ s side rear tire), the TPMS tell tal[...]

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely , verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously . If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, remove the chain[...]

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV[...]

Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. Tires,[...]

GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. Note: For trailer towing information r[...]

• Example only: W ARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury . Tires, Wheels and Loading 243 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owne[...]

GCW (Gross Combined W eight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo and passengers – that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing [...]

W ARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’ s GVWR and GA WR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GA WR limitations. W ARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in [...]

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity . Y ou and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (4[...]

T RAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing chart in this section applies to vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine; for vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, refer to your diesel supplement. Y our vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer or fifth-wheel trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer[...]

W ARNING: T owing trailers beyond the maximum recommended trailer weight which exceeds the limit of the vehicle’ s GCWR, GVWR, GA WR or tire ratings could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury . V ehicle type Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) F–250/F?[...]

• T o determine which trailer hitch your vehicle is equipped with, refer to the trailer hitch label located on trailer hitch cross tube. Once you determine which trailer hitch you have consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and T railer T owing Guide provided by your dealer) or online at https://www .fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/d[...]

Fifth-wheel trailer hitch (if equipped) T o find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and T railer T owing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). Fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing Y our vehicle may be equipped with a fifth-wheel prep package. This package enables your vehicle to accept ce[...]

T railer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’ s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. W ARNING: If you own a trailer with a hydraulic brake system, do not connect the trailer’ s hydraulic brake system direc[...]

The TBC user interface consists of the following: 1. +/- (GAIN adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons will adjust the TBC’ s power output to the trailer brakes (in 0.5 increments). The GAIN setting can be increased to a maximum of 10.0 or decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking). Pressing and holding a button will raise or lower the [...]

2. Manual control lever: Slide the control lever to the left to activate power to the trailer’ s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’ s brakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for instructions on proper use of this feature). If the manual control is activated while the brake is also applied, the greater of the [...]

6. If the trailer wheels lock-up (indicated by squealing tires), reduce the GAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely , increase the GAIN setting. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the GAIN setting is at a point just below trailer wheel lock-up. If towing a heavier trailer , trailer wheel lockup may not be attainable even with the maximum GAIN setti[...]

• The TBC interacts with the brake system of the vehicle, including ABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lockup. Therefore, if these systems are not functioning properly the TBC may not function at full performance. • When the vehicle is turned off, the TBC Output is disabled and the display is shut down. Reactivation of the [...]

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to Special operating conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide chapter . T railer towing safety tips General • Ensure that the trailer , safety chains and 7–pin electrical connectors are securely fastened. • Mak[...]

Braking • Anticipate the need to stop; allow much more distance and time to stop than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for extended periods of time as they can overheat and lose effectiveness. • The trailer brakes must be inspected and serviced at intervals specified by the manufacturer . This includes the shoes, drum and trailer bra[...]

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing. An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged. Note: Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from en[...]

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— shuts off the engine and all accessories/locks the steering wheel and allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. This position also unlocks the steering wheel. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational. W arning l[...]

W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately [...]

3. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the k[...]

Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) The starting characteristics of all grades of E 85 ethanol make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C). Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol. As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should sup[...]

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air . ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater/d[...]

• Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (not patched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors at temperatures above 32°F (0°C). Outdoor conditions can deteriorate extension cords over a period of time. • T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pro[...]

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer . If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer .[...]

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with th[...]

Pull the release lever to release the parking brake. T o prevent the pedal from releasing too quickly , place your left foot on the service brake pedal, then slowly pull the release lever until the pedal slowly releases. Make sure that the pedal is fully released. Y ou may want to pull the release lever again to make sure the parking brake is fully[...]

W ARNING: Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage. The occurrence of a traction control event is an indication that at least some of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an increased risk of loss of ve[...]

W ARNING: V ehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance of the AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may inte[...]

The AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system includes a stability control button located on the instrument panel to the right of the climate control system, a stability control light and a stability control off light in the instrument cluster . Both lights will illuminate temporarily during start-up as part of a normal system self-check. The stability [...]

During TCS events the stability control light in the instrument cluster will flash. If the TCS is activated excessively in a short period of time, the braking portion of the system may become temporarily disabled to allow the brakes to cool down. In this situation, TCS will use only engine power reduction to help control the wheels from over -spinn[...]

Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC 威 operates by detecting the vehicle’ s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying the brakes to one or more wheels individually . During an event that activates the Roll Sta[...]

AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 Features Button functions Stability control light RSC 威 ESC TCS Default at start-up Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Enabled Enabled Button pressed momentarily Illuminated solid Enabled Enabled 1 Disabled Button pressed and held for more than 5 seconds at vehicle speed under 35 mph (56 km/h) Flashes then illumin[...]

T railer sway control Y our vehicle may be equipped with trailer sway control. When properly equipped, trailer sway control will use the vehicle’ s AdvanceT rac 威 with RSC 威 system to detect and help reduce trailer sway by applying brake force at individual wheels and, if necessary , by reducing engine power . W ARNING: T railer sway control [...]

HILL DESCENT CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speed while descending steep grades in various surface conditions. W ARNING: Hill descent control cannot control descent in all surface conditions and circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep grades. Hill descent control is a driver assist sys[...]

Note: Noise from the ABS pump motor may be observed during hill descent control operation. This is a normal characteristic of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. Hill descent modes • At speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h): When the HDC switch is pressed and HDC is active, the HDC telltale will flash. • At speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h): When [...]

• loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment If any steering components are serviced or replaced, install new fasteners (many are coated with thread adhesive or have prevailing torque features which may not be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut. T orque fasteners to specifications in Workshop Manual . A high crown in the [...]

For 2WD vehicles and vehicles equipped with a manual shift 4WD system: T urn the control to ON. The indicator light will display in the instrument cluster . Once the light is displayed in the instrument cluster , both rear wheel axle shafts will be locked together providing added traction. If the indicator light in the instrument cluster turns off,[...]

W ARNING: V ehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity . Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions.[...]

5. Remove the top half of the shroud. 6. Remove the three fasteners under the column that secure the lower shroud half to the column. 7. Pull the lock lever into the full unlocked position and remove the lower shroud cover by pulling the lever handle through the slot in the cover . 8. Apply the brake and move the gearshift lever into N (Neutral). 9[...]

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy . Adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and shift quality . When the vehicle’ s battery has been disconnected for an[...]

N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Overdrive) with T ow/Haul Off D (Overdrive) with tow/haul off is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy . The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through ge[...]

3 (Third) T ransmission starts and operates in third gear only . Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third) provides engine braking. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearsh[...]

P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. T o put your vehicle in gear: 1. Start the engine 2. Press the brake pedal 3. Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear T o put your vehicle in P (Park): 1. Come to a complete stop 2. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) W ARNING: Alw[...]

The TOW HAUL indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster . T ow/haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting. T ow/haul also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the transmission is in the D (Overdrive) position; this engine braking will slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicl[...]

1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever . • The transmission will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; it will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First) when the vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive). • Press the accelerator to the[...]

By moving the gearshift lever from the D (Drive) position to the M (Manual) position you may now manually select the gear you desire. Only the current gear will be displayed. Press the + button or the – button to upshift or downshift. If the – button is pressed at a vehicle speed that would cause an engine overspeed, the requested gear will fla[...]

W ARNING: The hill assist feature does not replace the parking brake. When you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select first or reverse gear . Using the hill assist feature The hill assist feature is activated automatically when the vehicle is stopped on a slope greater than five degrees. The hill assist feature operates with t[...]

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). The system is not effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. W ARN[...]

The RSS detects obstacles up to 6 feet (2 meters) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper , (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away , the tone will sound conti[...]

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system, located on the tailgate, provides a video image, which appears in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped), of the area behind the vehicle. It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle. T o use the camera system, place the transm[...]

Image delay if displayed through the rearview mirror: When shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any other gear , the image in the rearview mirror will remain on for a few seconds before it shuts off to assist in parking or trailer hookup. Image delay if displayed through the navigation screen: After shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any gear oth[...]

Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverse lamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is necessary that both reverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. If either of the lamps are not operating, stop using the camera system, at least in the dark, until the lam[...]

turn the hub locks completely clockwise; to disengage the hubs (FREE), turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • The vehicle should not be driven in 4X4 High or 4X4 Low modes with the hub locks set to FREE as this condition may damage driveline system components. • Some vehicles may be equipped with wheel ornaments that cover the 4x4 ma[...]

4WD system indicator lights The indicator lights illuminate in the message center in the reconfigurable telltale (RTT) under the following conditions. Refer to W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter . • 4X2 - Momentarily illuminates when 2H is selected on electronic shift 4WD systems only . • 4X4 HIGH - Illuminates when 4H[...]

Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) Engage the locking hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). • For proper operation, make sure that both indicator arrows on the hub are aligned, and that both hubs are set to L[...]

3. Move the transfer case shift lever through N (Neutral) directly to 4L (4x4 Low). 4. If the shift lever does not, or only partially moves to the 4L (4x4 Low) position, perform a shift with the transmission in N (Neutral) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). This will ensure the transfer case is fully engaged into 4L (4x4 Low).[...]

W ARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) 2H (2WD) - For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear wheels only and should be used for street and hig[...]

Shifting to/from 4L (4X4 low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less. 2. Place the transmission in N (Neutral). 3. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. The message center will display 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS during the shift. The message center will then display the system mode selected. If any of the above shift condition[...]

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. Y ou should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. T o maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not [...]

If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear . Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur . [...]

• If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are d[...]

Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. A void reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. A void excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to b[...]

“T read Lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treadin[...]

Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral; instead, manually shift to a lower gear . Y our vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily . Do not “pump” the brakes. Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2W[...]

W ARNING: If you are driving in slippery conditions that require tire cables, then it is critical that you drive cautiously . Keep speeds down, allow for longer stopping distances and avoid aggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle control which can lead to serious injury or death. If the rear end of the vehicle slides while co[...]

Ford Super Duty V ehicles are qualified for use as a stationary or mobile power source, within limits detailed in the Ford T ruck Body Builders Layout Book, found at www .fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the Ford T ruck Body Builders Advisory Service. For stationary PTO operation of extended duration (beyond 10 minutes), diesel engine is recom[...]

• The T otal Accessory Reserve Capacity (T ARC) is shown on the lower right side of the vehicle’ s Safety Compliance Certification Label. This applies to Ford-completed vehicles of 10,000 lb. (4,536 kg) GVWR or less. This is the weight of permanently-attached auxiliary equipment, such as snowplow frame-mounting hardware, that can be added to th[...]

Snowplowing with your airbag-equipped vehicle Y our vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The SRS is designed to activate in certain frontal and offset frontal collisions when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration. Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which result[...]

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat. Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h[...]

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24-hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadside[...]

Canadian customers refer to your W arranty Guide or visit our website at www .ford.ca for information on: Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card [...]

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you may restart your vehicle by doing the following: 1. T urn the ignitio[...]

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

T o remove the fuse panel cover , pull the panel toward you. When the clips of the panel disengage, let the panel fall easily . T o remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover . W ARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the passenger compartment fuse panel be[...]

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (spare) 2 15A Upfitter relay #4 3 30A Not used (spare) 4 10A T elescoping mirror switch, Interior lights, Hood lamp 5 20A Moon roof 6 5A Driver seat module 7 7.5A Driver seat switch, Driver lumbar motor 8 10A Power mirror switch 9 10A Upfitter rela[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 11 10A Instrument cluster 12 15A Interior lighting, Lighted running board lamps 13 15A Right turn signals and brake lamps, Right trailer tow (TT) stop turn relay 14 15A Left turn signals and brake lamps, Left TT stop turn relay 15 15A High-mounted stop lamps, Backup lamps, TT backup relay 16 10[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 30 15A Parking lamp relay , TT parking lamp relay 31 5A T railer brake controller (brake signal), Customer access 32 15A Moon roof, Auto dimming mirrors, Power invertor , Driver and passenger door lock switch illumination 33 10A Restraint control module 34 10A Not used (spare) 35 5A Select shif[...]

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’ s main electrical systems from overloads. W ARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. W ARNING: T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always repla[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 9 30A* Driver seat 10 — Not used 11 — Not used 12 — Not used 13 — Not used 14 — Not used 15 Diode Fuel pump 16 — Not used 17 15A** Heated mirror 18 — Not used 19 — Not used 20 — Not used 21 — Not used 22 30A* T railer tow electric brake 23 40A* Blower motor 24 — Not used 2[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 38 Relay Powertrain control module (PCM) (diesel engine), Electronic control module (ECM) (gas engine) 39 10A** 4x4 hub lock 40 15A** 4x4 electronic lock 41 — Not used 42 — Not used 43 — Not used 44 — Not used 45 10A** Run/start relay coil 46 10A** T ransmission control module (TCM) kee[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 63 — Not used 64 — Not used 65 — Not used 66 20A** Fuel pump 67 — Not used 68 10A** Fuel pump relay coil 69 — Not used 70 10A** T railer tow backup lamp 71 10A** Canister vent (gas engine) 72 10A** PCM/ECM relay coil feed keep-alive power 73 — Not used 74 Relay T railer tow left-han[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 93 20A* Auxiliary power point #3 94 25A* Upfitter #1 95 25A* Upfitter #2 96 50A* ABS pump 97 40A* Invertor 98 — Not used 99 — Not used 100 25A* T railer tow turn signals 101 Relay Starter 102 Relay T railer tow battery charge 103 — Not used 104 — Not used 105 — Not used 106 — Not us[...]

W ARNING: Refer to T ire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information W ARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle con[...]

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs • W inter weather driving capability • W et weather driving capability It is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes with a temporary emergency spare tire. If 4WD operation is necessary , do not operate above speeds of 10 mph (16 km/h) or for distances above 50 miles (80 km). 3. Full-s[...]

Spare tire information Note: If your vehicle is equipped the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use. T o restore the full functionality of the TPMS system, all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle. If your vehicle is equippe[...]

Location of the spare tire and tools If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire, jack and associated tools, refer to the following table for their locations: T ool Location Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Jack Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger sid[...]

• V ehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, insert the lug wrench extension into the lug wrench to reach the lug nuts. 2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to the jack handle (B). 3. Fully insert the jack handle (with one extension) through the bumper hole and into the guide tube. The key and lock will engage with a slight push and counterclockw[...]

If equipped with a tether , perform the following additional steps: 6. Lift the spare tire on end to access the tether attachment. 7. Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether . 8. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area, raise the wheel retainer up into the installed position. 9. Use the atta[...]

1. T urn engine off and block the wheel that is diagonally opposite of the flat tire using the wheel chock, if equipped. If the vehicle is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations. 3. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 4. Loosen each wheel lug[...]

• Front driver side (4x4) Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential. • Front passenger side (4x4) Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Place the jack directly under the axle. • Rear Roadside Emergencies 331 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, [...]

Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. W ARNING: T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 7. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is comple[...]

12. Position the jack according to the following guides: • Front (4x2): F–350 DRW Note: Place jack directly under I-beam. • Front driver side (4x4): F–350 DRW Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential housing. • Front passenger side (4x4): F-350 DRW Note: View shown from the rear of the vehi[...]

• Front: F–450/F–550 • Rear: F-350 DRW • Rear: F-450/F-550 13. Insert the jack handle into the pump linkage. 14. Use an up-and-down motion with the jack handle to raise the wheel completely off the ground. Hydraulic jacks are equipped with a pressure release valve that prevents lifting loads which exceed the jack’ s rated capacity . 15.[...]

16. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward on all front an inboard rear wheels. If replacing the outboard wheel, the valve stem must be facing inward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered. 17. Lower the whee[...]

19. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire if the vehicle is equipped with a spare tire carrier . 20. Stow the jack, jack handle and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is securely fastened so it does not rattle when driving. 21. Unblock the wheels. The following step applies to F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel (SR W) vehicles only: 2[...]

2. Hold the ornament so that all of the retention clips are sitting on the flange of the lug nuts. 3. Use your hand or rubber mallet to tap the ornament in a star pattern. There should be an even gap between the ornament and the wheel. 4. Be sure to install all the clips on the nuts over the flanges so that there is an even gap all around and the r[...]

Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether , perform these steps first, then proceed with the steps following. 1. Place the tire on end with the valve stem facing toward t[...]

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles ([...]

Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole, remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a “dime” (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger . DO NOT apply gr[...]

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. T urn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. T urn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables Note: In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is us[...]

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the rev[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that the vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a sli[...]

Note: T owing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to the automatic transmission. Note: T owing a 4x2 or an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground for more than 50 miles (80 km) and/or in excess of 35 mph (56 km/h) may cause damage to the automatic transmission. Not[...]

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-[...]

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Y our satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer . If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB A[...]

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory , Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third part[...]

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Asia-Pacific Region, Sub-Saharan Africa, U.S. Virgin Islands, Central America, the Caribbean, and Israel, contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer cannot help you, contact: FORD MOTOR COMP ANY FORD EXPORT OPERA TIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business P[...]

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERA TURE T o order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at: HELM, INCORPORA TED P .O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog, call toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website: www[...]

W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • [...]

W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the [...]

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

• 6.8L V10 gasoline engine PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer . • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail W ash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and T ar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER[...]

helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly . • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND [...]

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE (HARLEY-DAVIDSON ONLY) Y our vehicle’ s instrument panel and console are uniquely painted with both high and low gloss paints that require special care. The high gloss area is similar to that of the vehicle’ s exterior; the low gloss area is designed to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.[...]

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. W ARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach [...]

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. • Clean spills as quickly as possible. • T est any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather as cleaners may darken the leather . • Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, oran[...]

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Y our authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Each product is made from [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only r[...]

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to release the auxiliary latch located at the top center of the grille. Slide the handle left to release the auxiliary latch. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDE[...]

6.2L V8 gasoline engine 1. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Power distribution box (not shown) 7. Air filter assembly 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Battery 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 9 8 7 Maintenance and Sp[...]

6.8L V10 gasoline engine 1. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Battery 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Power distribution box 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 4 Maintenance and Specification[...]

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smea[...]

T o prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for [...]

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity . Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil l[...]

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty . Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil fil[...]

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability . W ARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury . Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery . When working[...]

6. Release the parking brake. W ith your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy . • If you do no[...]

• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level, or within the COLD FILL or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon applicatio[...]

W ARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container . If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and new (unused) coolant together i[...]

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure be[...]

Coolant refill capacity T o find out how much fluid your vehicle’ s cooling system can hold, refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of your diesel supplement. Fill your engine coolant reser[...]

How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. • The message center will indicate the engine is overheating. • The service engine soon indicator will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over -temperature condition, the engine will automatically switc[...]

Engine fluid temperature management (except 6.8L V10) Y our vehicle has been designed to pull a trailer , but because of the added load, the vehicle’ s engine may temporarily reach higher temperatures during severe operating conditions such as ascending a long or steep grade while pulling a trailer in hot ambient temperatures. At this time, you m[...]

W ARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 4. If the coolant level is normal, you may restart your engine and continue on. 5. If the coolant is low , add coolant, restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer . See Adding engine coolant in this chapter for more information. Refer to fail-[...]

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or perma[...]

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor , beer and wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane. When ethanol is produced for use in motor fuels, a small amount of gasoline is added to make it unfit for beverage use. The resulting ethanol blend is called denatured fuel ethanol[...]

Refueling W ARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. T o help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • T urn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep sparks, flames and smoking mater[...]

W ARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. W ARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may[...]

Octane recommendations Y our vehicle is designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. Some stations offer fuels posted as “Regular” with an octane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kn[...]

Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of us[...]

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Y our best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver . Y ou must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy . W e do not recommend taking fuel econ[...]

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in gallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odomet[...]

• W arming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy . • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy . • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of ali[...]

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Y our vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. T o make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. [...]

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law , vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’ s emission system[...]

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local governments may have Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration. Y our vehicle may not pass the I/M test if the service engine [...]

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. If adding fluid is necessary , use only MERCON 威 AT F. • Gasoline engine shown; diesel engine similar . Refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in the diesel supplement. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°[...]

BRAKE FLUID • V acuum boost system • Hydroboost system The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the top of the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating ran[...]

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. W ith the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the di[...]

The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature (50°F-95°F [10°C-35°C]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating [...]

T RANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this[...]

The following procedure is for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine. If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, refer to the diesel supplement. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element 1. Locate the mass air flow sensor electrical connect[...]

5. Release the three clamps that secure the cover to the air filter housing. Push the air filter cover toward the center of the vehicle and up slightly to release it. 6. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 7. Install a new air filter element. 8. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be careful not to cri[...]

10. Reconnect the mass air flow sensor electrical connector to the outlet tube. Make sure the locking tab on the connector is in the “locked” position (connector shown from below for clarity). Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if[...]

• Cover interior trim to prevent fading. • Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents. Engine • The engine oil and filter should be changed prior to storage, as used engine oil contain contaminates that may cause engine damage. • Start the engine every 15 days. Run at fast idle until it reaches normal operating temperature. • W ith [...]

Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricate working parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage, do the following: • W ash your vehicle to[...]

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Front axle 5.8 pints (2.8L) Motorcraft 威 SAE 80W -90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY -80W -90–QL / WSP-M2C197–A Spindle bearing — High T emperature 4X4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease XG-11 / WSS-M1C267-A1 Rear axle - F-25[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Engine coolant (6.2L V8 engine) 2 21.3 quarts (20.2L) Motorcraft 威 Specialty Orange Engine Coolant (orange-colored) VC-3-B (US) / CVC-3-B (Canada) / WSS-M97B44-D Engine coolant (6.8L V10 engine) 2 26.7 quarts (25.3L) Engine and fuel coolant - diesel engine Refer to the diesel supp[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks — Multi-Purpose Grease XG–4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93–B Lock cylinders — Motorcraft 威 Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL-1 / None T ransmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake pedal shift — Motor[...]

Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification W indshield washer fluid Fill as required Motorcraft 威 Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate (US) Premium Quality W indshield W asher Fluid (Canada) ZC-32–A (US) CXC-37-(A, B, D, and F) (Canada) / WSB-M8B16–A2 /- - 1 Add 8 oz. (236 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or e[...]

ENGINE DATA Engine 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches 378 413 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Spark plug gap 0.039–0.043 inch (1.0–1.1mm) 0.039–0.043 inch (1.0–1.1mm) Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1 Engine drivebelt routing 6.2L V8 engine 6.[...]

6.8L V10 engine - without A/C IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification La[...]

V ehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number . The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross [...]

T RANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS Y ou can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Code Description T Five-speed automatic (5R110W) P Six-speed automatic (6R140) Maintenance and Specifications 407 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1st Print[...]

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehic[...]

Lifestyle • Ash cup / smoker’ s package • Racks and carriers* • Bedliners and bedmats • T ruck bed camping tent* • Subwoofer* • Sportliner cargo liner* • T owing mirrors • T railer hitch balls* • Navigation* • Rear seat entertainment* • T onneau covers* • T railer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories Peace of mind •[...]

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. • T o avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas i[...]

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP . It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company , and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New V ehicle Limited W arranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered V ehicle Compo[...]

Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. W ith Ford ESP , you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs. A void the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle! Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance P[...]

Ford Extended Service Plan 413 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) Y ou can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contract backed by Ford Motor Company . Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • Rental reimbursement • Coverage for certain maintenance and w[...]

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION Why maintain your vehicle? This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or trade it. It is y[...]

Non-Ford approved chemicals or additives are not required for factory recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically recommended by Ford for a particular application. Oil, fluids and flushing In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic and, by[...]

V alue shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs Y our dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and light repair automotive services. W ith factory-trained technicians, and one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Ford and Lincol[...]

Multi-point inspection Ford recommended scheduled maintenance – In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly . This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled [...]

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions noted. Scheduled Maintenance Guide 419 201 1 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)[...]

Miles (x 1,000) 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 Kilometers (x 1,000) 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 Change engine oil and filter • ••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth. V ehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unusual wear is observed.[...]

Miles (x 1,000) 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150 Kilometers (x 1,000) 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240 Months 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120 Change engine oil and filter • ••••••••• Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth. V ehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate if unus[...]

Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Replace fuel filter (Ranger) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on T orqShift 威 transmission. Consult dealer for requirements[...]

Maintenance schedule log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding Special Operating Conditions listed below , you will need to have some items maintained more frequently . If you only occasionally operate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance[...]

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery , taxi, patrol car or livery Inspect frequently , service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter . Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Inspect brake system. – Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and[...]

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Inspect frequently , service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter . Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) – Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth. – Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear , loos[...]

Off-road operation Inspect frequently , service as required – Replace cabin air filter (if equipped). – Replace engine air filter . – Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints and U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings). Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months – Change engine oil and replace oil filter . – Rotate tires, insp[...]

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : [...]

D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : [...]

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal V ehicle Axle Maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic lubricant and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a le[...]

COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals ❑ If operating conditions are normal and you drive your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury vehicle under typical, ever yday conditions and you are using an API performance categor y oil of SL or later (for example SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service oil change inter [...]

Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE :M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H[...]

A Accessory delay ........................ 103 AdvanceT rac .............................. 268 Air cleaner filter ....... 394–395, 399 Air conditioning .................... 78, 81 manual heating and air conditioning system ................. 78 Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................ 176, 180, 182 and child safety seats .....[...]

in rear seat ...................... 195, 202 LA TCH ..................................... 202 Child safety seats - booster seats ........................................... 207 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............354 instrument panel ............ 356–357 interior ..................................... 357 plastic parts .........[...]

refill capacities ........................ 400 service points .................. 362–364 Engine block heater ................. 263 Engine oil .................................. 366 checking and adding ..............366 dipstick .................................... 366 filter , specifications ........ 367, 399 recommendations ................... 3[...]

I Ignition ...............................259, 404 Illuminated visor mirror ............. 98 Infant seats (see Safety seats) .....................195 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 389 Instrument panel cleaning ........................... 356–357 cluster ........................................ 14 li[...]

O Octane rating ............................ 382 Oil (see Engine oil) .................. 366 P Parental MyKey programming ............................. 126 Parking brake ............................ 266 Parts (see Motorcraft 威 parts) ........... 399 Pedals (see Power adjustable foot pedals) ............................... 108 Power adjustable foo[...]

SecuriCode keyless entry system ........................................ 145 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ................................ 146–147 Servicing your vehicle .............. 361 Setting the clock AM/FM/CD ................................. 64 Snowplowing ................. 7, 307–309 SOS Post Crash Alert ............... 185 Spa[...]

V V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) .......................................... 406 V ehicle loading .......................... 239 V entilating your vehicle ........... 263 W W arning lights (see Lights) ....... 14 W asher fluid .............................. 365 W ater , Driving through ............. 307 W indows power .........................[...]