Ford 2004 F-550 v.2- Manuals

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answersto such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warningtriangle symbol. These comm...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulancemanufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qual...

Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off(PTO) capability Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with PTO. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Harley—Davidson instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.M...

damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoidheavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle servicedimmediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other v...

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately. Normalbraking is still functional unless the brake warning light also isilluminated. Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignitio...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Standard instrument cluster Harley—Davidson instrumentcluster Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the r...

Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls below thenormal range, stop the vehicle, turnoff the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oillevel is correct, have your v...

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. snowplowing, towingor off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for instructions. Operating thetransmission ...

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next strong station down/up thefrequency band. 2. Tune: Press / to manually change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 1 2 3 4 AM/FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON 5 3 6 7 4 1 ...

4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until sound returns. 5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 6. Tone: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, Treble, Fadeappears on t...

4. Tape AMS: In tape mode, press and hold to activate AutomaticMusic Search (allows you to quicklylocate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to thenext selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape M...

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, or track of currentdisc. 2. Rewind: Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind. Fast forward: Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fastadvance. 3. Comp (Comp...

5. Eject: Press to eject a CD. EJECTING # (desired selection) willappear on the display. When the CDappears in the CD slot for removal, the display reads REMOVE CD #(desired selection). Press and hold to eject all loaded discs. 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass outp...

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don’t:...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theair flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will in...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) The dome lamp lights when thecontrol is in the DOOR (left)position, any door is open, theinstrument panel switch is pushedpast the detent and when any of ...

MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) With trip computer Without trip computer To turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. Never ad...

Overdrive cancel (4–speed automatictransmission) (if equipped) To deactivate overdrive, press thetransmission control switch (TCS)located on the gearshift. The OFF indicator light will illuminate on thegearshift. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive.Press the transmission cont...

Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarketgarage door openers. To install your garage door opener: 1. Open the storage compartmentdoor. 2. Remove the storage clip and stowit away. 3. Place the Velcro 娂 strip onto the back of the ga...

When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free ofobstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to stop. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) The main mirror glass is heated automatically to remove ice, mist andfog and activates when the vehicle is started. Note: The mirrors may be hot to the touch but will not burn. This is a normal condition. Type A The mirror heating elements aredesigned to operate ...

HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM WITH TRAVELNOTE 姞 (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitterswith a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most cur...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 w...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the red indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the t...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment withcassette/CD holder • Coin holder • Pen holder • Writing surface Use only soft cups in thecupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. CELL PHONE USE The use...

Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to change the tripcomputer display between metricand English units. Mode control Each press of the MODE control willdisplay a different feature as follows: Average fuel economy. The display will indicate the vehicle’saverage fuel economy ...

2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to reset the averagefuel economy. Fuel range. This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under norma...

Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affectcompass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone andcalibration of the compass. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. 2. Locate t...

Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each connector) pastthe head of the support screw.Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 5. Lift right sid...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to unlock all doors. Press control to lo...

Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the batterydown to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housingcavity. 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will no...

• the brake is pressed before reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) and • the vehicle is traveling more than 8 km/h (5 mph). Relock The autolock feature repeats when the following conditions are met: • the vehicle’s speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in t...

Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered 7 times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad is disabled for one minute and the keypad lamp willflash during this time. Note: Pressing 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 simultaneously during this one minute period will still lock the vehicle. The anti-sca...

How to program your remote keyless entry keypad You must have all keyless entry keypads and remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To program the keyless entrykeypads and remote entrytransmitters yourself: 1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocke...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Head restraints The purpose of t...

Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the bar to move the seatforward or rearward. Make surethat the seat is relatched intoplace. • To recline the seatback, pull therelease lever handle located onthe side of the seat up. • Push down the lever (ifequipped) located at the bottomof the seatback to quick...

Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward therear of vehicle. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats, do the following: • Push control to activate....

1. Pull down the latch lever locatedon the bottom seat back to fold theseat back forward. 2. Pull up on the lever located onthe side of the seat cushion torotate the cushion up until it locksinto a vertical storage position,gaining access to the grocery hooklocated on the underside of thedriver-side...

To gain access to the cupholdersand tray, pull down on the armrest. To gain access to the 60/40 loadfloor, store the cushion in theupright locked position. Pull up onthe straps located at the sides of theload floor, and rotate forward untilresting on the carpet. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints p...

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure everyone i...

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. The front outboard and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger andrear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modesdescribed below: Ve...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checkedaccording to the procedures in the Workshop Manual . Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the...

In the event of a collision, thecolored label (REPLACE BELT)may become visible. If this occurs, the safety belt must be replaced. Whenever the yellowportion of the label is visible, the safety belt must bereplaced. Failure to follow theseinstructions will affect the performance of the safety beltsan...

with sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt pretensioner is adevice which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts duringsome collisions in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body. The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system (includingretractors, b...

• 4–door Super Cab (if equipped) To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the heightadjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle o...

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 every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety ...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1minute) • Step 3 must be completed within 60 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times,...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassem...

Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there isa risk of injury from a deploying airbag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should a...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying or adding equipment to the front...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration.The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere ...

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags)...

Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch An air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch tobe sure the switch is in the properposition in accordance with theseinstructions and warnings. Failureto put the switch in a properposition can increase...

• the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat sothat the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. 3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician:...

• the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat sothat the driver can monitor the child’s condition. 3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician: • poses a sp...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. Children and safety belts If the child is the pro...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to make...

The SuperCab rear seat has three straps behind the top of the seat backthat function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchorloops. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether ancho...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. Forvehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, you must depre...

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system,...

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to...

Parking brake To set the parking brake, press theparking brake pedal down until thepedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated until theparking brake is released. Pull the right side of the releaselever to release the parking brake;the release leve...

Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving thevehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-whe...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pr...

2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at ...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents crankingthe engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then pu...

Shift according to the following shift speed charts: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 6-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position 1 (if equipped) 2H or 4H 4L LO-1 8 km/h (5 mph) 3 km/h (2 mph) 1-2 16 km/h (10 mph) 6 km/h (4 mph) 2-3 32 km/h (20 mph) 13 km/h ...

Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Rem...

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damagingthe vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularlythose close to the ground. Certain a...

will illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator lightilluminates when the RSS is not turned off, it may indicate a failure inthe RSS. The RSS will remain off until either the RSS control is pushedagain or the ignition switch is recycled. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bump...

• Some vehicles may be equipped with wheel ornaments that cover the4x4 manual hub lock. These ornaments must be removed to accessthe manual hub locks. Electronic shift on the fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped) If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and 4WD Lowis selected while the vehicl...

• 4x4 - momentarily illuminates after the engine is started.Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High)or 4L (4x4 Low) is engaged. • LOW RANGE – momentarily illuminates when the ignition isturned to the ON position.Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) isengaged. Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) Note: Some noise ...

• Do not shift into 4H (4WDHigh) with the rear wheelsslipping. Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 2H (2WD High) Move the transfer case lever to 2H(2WD High) at a stop or anyforward speed up to 88 km/h (55mph). With the vehicle at complete stop,disengage the locking hubs(optional) by rotating the hub loc...

4. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4H(4WD High) or 2H (2WD High). 5. If the transfer case will not disengage from 4L (4WD Low),drive the vehicle above 8 km/h (5mph), then repeat steps 1 through4. 6. If shifting to 2H (2WD High) with the vehicle at a complete stop,di...

4H (4WD High) – For winter and off-road conditions. Sends power to front and rear wheels. 4L (4WD Low) – For low-speed off-road applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water.Sends power to front and rear wheels. Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) ...

4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4LOW position. 5. Hold the shift conditions until theLOW RANGE indicator lightilluminates. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not illuminate within 15 seconds, drive the vehicle above 8km/h (5 mph), then repeat steps 1through 5 before reporting any shiftconcern...

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports cars are desig...

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports cars are desig...

Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by movingyour vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Eve...

When climbing a steep slope or hill,start in a lower gear rather thandownshifting to a lower gear from ahigher gear once the ascent hasstarted. This reduces strain on theengine and the possibility of stalling. If you do stall out, do not try toturn around because you might rollover. It is better to ...

Tires can be damaged during off-road use. For your safety, tires that aredamaged should not be used for highway driving because they are morelikely to blow out or fail. You should carefully observe the recommended tire inflation pressurefound on the safety compliance certification label attached to ...

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increaseyour repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilitiesand adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection ofvehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected toheavy off-...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight 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 Labellocated on the driver’s door or door pillar. The total load on eachaxle must never exceed its GAWR. Exceeding th...

Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacitiesthan the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than theoriginals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation cou...

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailerdealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the lo...

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer la...

type (All-Season or All-Terrain) or is from a different manufacturerother than the road tires on your vehicle, your spare tire is considered“temporary”. Consult information on the spare tire label for limitationswhen using. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle...

ALL REAR WHEEL DRIVE (RWD) VEHICLES This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with rear wheeldrive capability. An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind amotorhome. The following recreational towing guidelines are designed toensure that your transmission is not da...

• The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity (TARC) is shown on the lowerright side of the vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. This applies toFord-completed vehicles of 10,000 lb. GVWR or less. This is theweight of permanently-attached auxiliary equipment, such assnowplow frame-mounting hardware, that c...

Snowplowing with your air bag-equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger air bagSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) The SRS is designed to activate incertain frontal and offset frontal collisions when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. Careless or hi...

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute. Thetransmission and tires may be damaged or the engine mayoverheat. Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperatur...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds...

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 Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimil...

• Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seekservice as soon as possible. Location of the spare tire and tools If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire, jack a...

Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake. • Automatic transmission: Placegearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Placegearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift On the Fly 4WD:Place transfer case in anyposition. • Manual s...

5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground. When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park) (a...

• Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into thenotched area next to the differentialhousing. • Rear 2004 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies 204

Never use the front or reardifferential as a jacking point. To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle is on the jack. The jack isonly meant for changing the tire. 8. Turn the jack handle cloc...

• Rear 14. Insert the jack handle into thepump linkage. 15. Use an up-and-down motionwith the jack handle to raise thewheel completely off the ground. Hydraulic jacks are equippedwith a pressure release valvethat prevents lifting loads whichexceed the jack’s rated capacity. 16. Remove the lug nuts w...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. A...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In ...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheelson the ground and the rear wheels ...

An alternative for towing a 4x4 vehicle (with gasoline engine only) with a manual 4WD system is to: • put the transfer case in neutral, then put the 4WD shift lever in N(Neutral). • unlock the front hub locks (refer to Four wheel drive [4WD] operation [if equipped] in the Driving chapter). • lift th...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall ...

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fas...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is availablefrom your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do n...

LEATHER SEATS(IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH F–250 ANDF–350 CREWCAB) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. For King Ranch F-250 and F-350 CrewCab leather seats, refer toseparate section in this chapter. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft De...

• Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of theleather as cleaners may darken the leather. For more specific cleaninginformation, contact the King Ranch Saddle Shop at 1–800–282–KING(5464). • Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-basedproducts on the leather ...

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the styl...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleane...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Brake fluid r...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise1/4 of a turn until three clicks are h...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B(CA and OR only), meeting Ford S...

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come outforcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.2. When ...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–3...

5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do n...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine. • Your Service engine soon indicator may come on. For more information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to t...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guidefor the service interval schedules. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specificationESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid co...

Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped) The TorqShift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable external fluid filtermounted on the frame rail. Refer tothe Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service intervals. To replace the transmission filter: 1. Shut off the engine. 2. Unscrew fi...

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at thebottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. I...

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubr...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Note: Do not start your engine w...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’sresistance to the gene...

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’...

6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges orother irregularities. Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies ...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) • DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatfront and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side, with therear tires maintaining originalvehicle ...

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a reputable repair facility to check for and correct any wheel misalignment,tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle ...

Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) pointindicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that youmay eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to theclosest safe area out of traffic. This may further dam...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve 1 Battery (Standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Battery (Optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Spark plugs-platinum 2 Automatic TransmissionFil...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Front axle Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant F-250/350(Dana 60 axle) 2.7L (5.8 pints) F-350/450/550(Dana 60 axle) 2.7L (5.8 pints) Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant F-250 /350(10.50 inchaxle) 1 3.3L (6...

4 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface. The 6–speedmanual transmission is equipped with an in-tank cooler. Verify the fluidlevel after operating vehicle to assure correct fluid level. 5 Indicates only a...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipped) Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) VC-7-A (U.S.,except CA andOR), VC-7-B (CAan...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Power steeringfluid andtransfer casefluid (ifequipped) MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Manualtransmission(6-speed) MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF 2 XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Automatictransmission4R100(4–speed) MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF 2 XT-2-Q...

MERCON 威 , MERCON 威 V and MERCON 威 SP are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON 威 , MERCON 威 V and MERCON 威 SP. Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON 威 SP may cause transmission damage. Use of a transmission fluid other than therecommended fluid may caus...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehi...

Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells youwhich transmission or transaxle each code represents. Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transm...

Passenger car application: Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle R 5–speed overdrive (MTX75) W 5–speed overdrive (M5) Front wheel drive automatic transaxle A 4–speed overdrive (4F27E) E 4–speed overdrive (4FE) J 3–speed (Mazda) L 4–speed overdrive (AX4S) P 4–spee...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding acce...

A Accessory delay ..........................55 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................103–104 and child safety seats ............105description ..............................104disposal ....................................107driver air bag ..........................106i...

Engine oil ..................................237 checking and adding ..............237dipstick ....................................237filter, specifications ........239, 280recommendations ...................239refill capacities ........................281specifications ..................284, 287 Ex...