Ford 2004 F-550 v.3- Manuals

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emerg...

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drivecontinuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ofnew vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give themoving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle for at leas...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

If your vehicle is equipped with theFord Ambulance PreparationPackage, it will be indicated on theCertification label. The label islocated on the driver’s side doorpillar or on the rear edge of thedriver’s door. You can determinewhether the ambulancemanufacturer followed Ford’srecommendations by dir...

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. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune 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...

To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decreaseor increase the minutes. 5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD. 6. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring louder andsofter levels into more comfortablelistening level. The compression icon (c) will appear in the display. 7. Shuffle...

14. CD : Press to enter CD mode or to play a CD already loaded into thesystem. 15. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 16. Bass: Press / to increase/decrease the bass output. 17. Treble: Press / to increase/decrease the treble output. 18. CD slot: Insert a CD printed side up. CD u...

3. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, press to adjust the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMPcontrol until COMP ON is displayed. 4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playingmedia. In CD mode, MUTE acts as apause feature. 5. Eject:...

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 2004 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Entertainment Systems 37

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...

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 anydoor is not completely closed, theinstrument panel switch is pushedpast the detent and when any of theremote entry controls a...

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...

3. Remove bulb retainer ring byturning it counterclockwise, thenslide the ring off the plastic base. 4. Pull bulb out of headlampassembly. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your h...

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs — F250/F350 only 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and then openthe tailgate to expose the lampassemblies. 2. Remove the two bolts from thetail lamp assembly and carefully pullthe lamp assembly from the tailgatepillar by releasing the t...

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...

Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open thewindow. Press and hold the top partof the rocker switch to close thewindow. One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to stop. Wind...

Mirror mounted side turn signal indicator (if equipped) When the vehicle turn signals areactivated, the outer portion of themirror housing will blink amber. The turn signal feature can be seenby other drivers who may approachfrom the rear of the vehicle. Clearance lamps (if equipped) Illuminates whe...

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 tra...

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 indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train...

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...

TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED) The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle througha constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features onthe trip computer for a display of status. The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending onyour vehicle’s ...

To reset the average fuel economy: 1. Press the MODE control repeatedly until average fuel economy isdisplayed (this is the only resettable display). 2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to r...

The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes, fuelrange modes and temperature modes. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas.Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect...

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. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer suppliedkeys, replac...

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 ...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

To program the keyless entrykeypads remote entry transmittersyourself: 1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK)position to 3 (OFF). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note: ...

• the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry keypad are pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on w...

Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit c...

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....

REAR FOLDING SEAT SYSTEM WITH LOAD FLOOR (IF EQUIPPED) The rear seatback has a split 60/40 seat. Each seat cushion can beflipped up into the seatback position. 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 ...

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...

The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt pretensioners aredesigned to activate only during certain frontal or near-frontal collisionswith sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt pretensioner is adevice which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts duringsome collisi...

• 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...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition... The BeltMinder feature will notactivate. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rar...

Reasons given... Consider... “The people I’m with don’twear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children andyounger brothers/sisters imitatebehavior they see. “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts....

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle. 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 withi...

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder beltacross the torso. 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 saf...

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 (if equipped) 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 properpositio...

injuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose apotentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seatoccupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reducethe risk of unnecessary air bag injuries without reducing the overallsafety of the ve...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt web...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt web...

Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions thatapply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt canbe positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face orneck, the child should wear the lap and sh...

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use ...

never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for childrento ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback be...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

• F—Series Crew Cab Tether strap attachment 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tethera...

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,...

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake isset. 2. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park). If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake isset. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. HOOD 2004 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners ...

• 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...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,th...

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...

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt. 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 an...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before s...

• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turnedoff regardless of last mode of operation. 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 (Overdr...

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clut...

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 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-2 10 mph (16 km/h) 4 mph (6 km/h) 2-3 20 mph (32 km/h) 8 mph (1...

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...

Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 4L (4WD Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) ordepress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4L(4WD Low)...

Using the N (Neutral) position The transfer case neutral position overrides the transmission andputs the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission gearshiftlever position. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This position should only be usedwhen towing the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicl...

Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) Rotate the 4WD control to the 4x4HIGH position at speeds up to 55mph (88 km/h). • The electronic shift 4WDsystem is designed to engage4x4 HIGH (4WD High) whenthe vehicle is moving. Ifshifted to 4x4 HIGH (4WDHIGH) while at complete stop,4x4 may not ...

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, let the vehicle creep at aspeed above 1 mph (1.6 km/h), thenrepeat steps 1 through 5 beforereporting ...

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 ...

and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection ofvehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected toheavy off-road usage. USING YOUR VEHICLE AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE(PTO) Some automatic transmission vehicles may be equipped with a ⬙ Transmission Power ...

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...

• Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary or conventional sparetire. If the spare tire is different in size (diameter and/or width), treadtype (All-Season or All-Terrain) or is from a different manufacturerother than the road tires on your vehicle, your spare tire is considered“temporary”. Con...

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...

Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander. Removing the snowplow frame mount A metal crossmember is included below th...

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 ...

• Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable) • Load Leveling Adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional cautionshould be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with...

3. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube. The key and lockwill engage with a slight push andcounterclockwise turn. Someresistance will be felt when turningthe jack handle assembly. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwiseand lower the spare tire until youcan slide the...

2. Turn engine off and block the diagonally opposite wheel (block notprovided). 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from thestowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove...

The following steps apply to F–250/F–350 only: 6. Insert the hooked end of the jackhandle into the jack and use thehandle to slide the jack under thevehicle. 7. Position the jack according to thefollowing guides: • Front (4x2) • Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack...

The following steps apply to all vehicles: 19. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nuttorque specification. 20. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the spare tire if the vehicle is equ...

5. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tirepressure (every six months, per Scheduled Maintenance Guide), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of othercomponents. 6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumperdrive tube w...

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt orforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts thewheel. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at thewheel mounting surfaces can cause...

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...

Additional Assistance If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wishto contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final re...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMot...

Board membership The Board consists of: • Three consumer representatives • A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program...

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 RANCHF–250 AND F–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 D...

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics. Scratches In order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wearmarks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the sameinstructions as in the Conditioning ...

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 ...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • 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,...

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel ga...

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fueleconomy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general,...

• Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or to...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicableexhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter andother emission control components continue to work prope...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is notworking properly, i.e.,...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagementconcerns and/or possibledamage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may...

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 thetire’s resistance to the gene...

2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 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 whe...

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Tire manufacturer’s maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which themaximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normallyhigher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflation pressurewhich can be found on either the tire label...

TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wearabnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items: Inflating your tires Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare,at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urge...

WARNING An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used, serviced or maintained. To avoid serious injury, never attempt to re-inflate a tire which has been run flat or seriouslyunder-inflated without first removing the tire from the wheel assemblyfor inspection. Do not attempt to a...

Tire wear Measure and inspect the tire tread on all your tires periodically.Advanced and unusual tire wear can reduce the ability of tread to gripthe road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas. Also...

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 damage the flat tire, butyour safety is more important. If you feel a sudden vibration or rid...

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 Transmission Fi...

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 Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant(10.5 inch) 1 XY-75W140–QL WSL-M2C192-A Motorcraft SAE75W-90Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant 1 XY-75W90–GLS – Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant(Dana S135axles) XY-80W...

ENGINE DATA Engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches 330 415 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 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1 *Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’...

1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identificationnum...

Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transmission M Manual 5–speed (AKK)) C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio) W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF) G Manual 6–speed ZF Automatic transmission Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E) U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) T Automatic...

Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Rear wheel drive automatic transmission U 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) A 5–speed overdrive (5R55N) 2004 F250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 301

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 ..........................58 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................105–106 and child safety seats ............107description ..............................106disposal ....................................109driver air bag ..........................108i...

filter, specifications ........241, 283recommendations ...................241refill capacities ........................284specifications ..................287, 291 Exhaust fumes ..........................129 F Fail safe cooling ........................248 Fluid capacities .........................28...