Ford 2006 F-250 - Manuals
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Manual Ford 2006 F-250
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Locks and Security 80 Keys 80 Locks 80 Seating and Safety Restraints 89 Seating 89 Safety restraints 96 Airbags 107 Child restraints 116 Tires, Wheels and Loading 128 Tire Information 131 Tire Inflation 132 Vehicle loading 146 Trailer towing 153 Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated 157 Recreational t...
Cleaning 241 Maintenance and Specifications 249 Engine compartment 251 Engine oil 254 Battery 258 Engine Coolant 260 Fuel information 266 Air filter(s) 284 Part numbers 286 Refill capacities 287 Lubricant specifications 290 Accessories 304 Index 307 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, el...
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles andcertain pro...
Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury...
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehiclecontrol, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Be sure to read Driving off ro...
Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO) Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take-off system. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may...
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag-Front Airbag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-...
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster (manual transmission) Standard instrument cluster (automatic transmission) Amarillo instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayill...
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure thebulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have therespective system inspected immediately. If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has a unique cluster,refer to Starting the engine in your 6.0 ...
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and thebrake system should be inspected immediately by your servicingauthorized dealer. Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on isdangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you lo...
Four wheel drive low: Illuminates when four-wheel drive low isengaged. Four wheel drive indicator: Illuminates when four-wheel drive isengaged. Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis deactivated. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left...
GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Standard instrument cluster Amarillo instrument cluster 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 red sec...
Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scalemay damage the engine. Standard instrument cluster Amarillo instrument cluster Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in...
Battery voltage gauge (manualtransmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition isin the ON position. If the pointermoves and stays outside the normaloperating range, have the vehicle’selectrical system checked as soon aspossible. Transmission fluid temperature gauge (automatic tran...
AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo system (if equipped) 1. / Tuner: Press to manually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various settings. 2. Audio: Press to access select various settings. Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK . Bass: Press to adjust th...
Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK . Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU to access and use / / SEEK to adjust. Setting the clock: Press ME...
17. LOAD: Press to load a CD, then select a slot number using the radiopresets 1 through 6. If you don’tselect a slot within 5 seconds, theradio shall choose the first availableslot for you. Press and hold for 2 seconds to auto load up to six CDs. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD, then select the d...
• 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 the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brie...
: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents and center console vents (if equipped). O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents...
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Press the AUTO and (floor/defrost) controls at the same time and hold for one second to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. 1. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve coolingperformance and efficien...
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...
Vertical and horizontal aim adjustment (sealed beam headlamps) The headlamps on your vehicle are intended to be aimed usingmechanical aimers. If mechanical aimers are used and the cross-car sightline is in any way blocked, set the legs of the universal adaptor all to thesame setting, such that the c...
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 illuminates whenany door is not completely closed,the instrument panel switch ispushed past the detent and whenany of the remote entry contr...
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...
TRANSMISSION CONTROL Tow/Haul feature (5–speed automatic transmission) (if equipped) To activate, press the transmissioncontrol switch (TCS) located on thegearshift. The TOW/HAUL indicatorlight will illuminate in theinstrument cluster. The transmissionwill operate in all gears. Press thetransmission...
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...
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change fromthe normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reachthe mirror. When the mirror detects b...
The relays and fuse in the glove box are coded as shown in theaccompanying illustration. There will also be one power leadfor each switch found as a blunt-cutand sealed wire located behind thepassenger compartment fuse panel. They are coded as follows: Switch Circuit number Wire color Fuse AUX 1 193...
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures. Radio control features • Press MODE to select AM, FM1,FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped). In Radio mode: • Press NEXT to seek/scan to thenext strong station. In Tape mode: • Press NEXT to lis...
• The engine oil pressure is low. • The fuel gauge is at or near empty. Check trailer (if equipped): Displayed when a trailer connectionbecomes disconnected, eitherintentionally or unintentionally, andhas been sensed during a givenignition cycle. Refer to Integrated trailer brake controller in the T...
Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the followingcontrol displays: • Odometer/Compass • Trip odometer/Odometer/Compass • Distance toEmpty/Odometer/Compass • Average FuelEconomy/Odometer/Compas...
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as thevehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate thiserror. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. Compass zone/calibration adjustment 1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map. 2. Turn igni...
7. Press the RESET control to startthe compass calibration function. 8. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TOCALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATION COMPLETED. It will takeup to five circles to complete calibration. 9. The compass is now calibrated...
Warning display Status Reduced engine power Warning cannot be reset Stop engine safely Low fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutes Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Trailer disconnected Water in fuel (diesel only) Check air filter (diesel only) Door ajar Warning ret...
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 authorized dealersupplied k...
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...
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entrykeypad to lock or unlock the doorswithout using a key. The keypad can be operated withthe factory set 5–digit entry code;this code is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box, ismarked on the computer module, and is available from your aut...
The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing the control on the remote entry transmitter. • the ignition is turned to the 4 (ON) position. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code o...
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...
• 4–door Super Cab 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 of your shoulde...
Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist. • 1st row center seating position The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is coming...
If... Then... The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition... The BeltMinder 娂 feature will not activate. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are ...
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 airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. F...
• the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position 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. (Approxima...
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 is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alw...
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized 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 end of the ve...
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration.The fact that the airbags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere not...
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 airbag modules (which include the inflators andairbags), ...
• 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...
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...
Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary. Information on shiftingprocedures and maintenance can befound in your Owner’s Guide . You should become thoroughly familiarwith this information befor...
and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, anddifferences in road cha...
Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, if equipped).Inflate all t...
Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found onthe Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label which is locatedon the B-Pillar or ...
4. Replace the valve cap.5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare. Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire Information section for description): Store and maintain at 60 psi (4.15 b...
Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride andhandling capability. Only use replacement tires and wheels that are thesame size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-se...
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies anddescribes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides aU.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety sta...
6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owner’s Guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 7. H: Ind...
13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure isnormally higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflationpressure which can be found on either ...
Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...
TIRE CARE Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced t...
• Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five...
Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance andlonger tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximatelye...
• DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatthe front and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side. We do notrecommend splitting up the dualrear wheels. Rotate them side toside as a set/pair. After tire rotation,inflation pressures must b...
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chipaluminum wheels. ...
Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label (vehicles exported outside the U.S. and Canada maynot have a Tire Label) on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.Look for “THE COMBINED W...
Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 148
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 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 Tire Label or Saf...
GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on the TireLabel or Safety ComplianceCertification Label located onthe B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver’s door. The GVW mustnever...
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this owner guide. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloade...
components carefully prior to and after any towing operation. Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for the transmission fluid temperature information.The following trailer towing charts apply to vehicles equipped withgasoline engines; for vehicles equipped with d...
Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% forconventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total weight ofthe trailer is on the tongue. Integrated hitch rating The standard integrated ...
Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds thelimit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowing procedure:1. Park ...
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR. Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a fully integrated electronic TrailerBrake Controller (TBC). When used properly, the TBC helps ensuresmooth and effective trailer brak...
3. GAIN setting display: Shows the current GAIN setting. This will illuminate when a trailer is connected, flash if the trailer becomesdisconnected, or remain off if no trailer is connected. 4. OUTPUT bar graph: When the vehicle’s brake pedal is pushed, or when the manual control is activated, green...
5. In a traffic-free environment, tow the trailer on a dry, level surface ata speed of 20 – 25 mph (30 – 40 km/h) and squeeze the manual controllever completely. 6. If the trailer wheels lock-up (indicated by squealing tires), reduce theGAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the G...
Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the TBC for the firsttime. • Readjust GAIN setting on the TBC (according to procedure above)whenever road, weather and trailer or vehicle loading conditionschange from those that existed when the gain was initially set. • The sliding...
Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Do not drive faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) during the first 500 miles(800 km) of trailer towing and don’t make full-throttle starts. • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • C...
Tires • All trailer tires should be of the same size, and construction. • Select tires that meet the trailer loading requirements. • Always check tow vehicle and trailer tire pressure before towing. Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval, • Do not ...
4x4 with manual shift transfer case: • Place the transfer case in N (Neutral). • Front hub locks are in the FREE position. 4x4 electronic shift transfer case vehicles with automatictransmissions: Regarding recreational towing or having your vehicle towed, 4x4 vehicleswith electronic shift on the fly...
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. 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guid...
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 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). 2. Turn the key t...
Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heatingor air conditioning to bring in fresh air. USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) Use of an engine block heater isstr...
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...
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, the engine may be required to run while power accessories operate and the parkingbrake is set. It is recommended that wheel chocks be used during thisoperation. If you’re parking your vehicle on a grade or with a trailer, press and holdth...
exhibit a slight noise or vibration in tight turns with low vehicle speed.This is normal behavior and indicates the axle is working. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is sign...
2. Insert the key and turn it to 3 (OFF). Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral) . When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, theautomatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwantedvehicle movement, alwa...
To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in theneutral position. 3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parkingbrake. 4. Move the gearshift lever to 1 (First) gear, then slowly rel...
Maximum downshift speeds 1 6-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2 2H or 4H 4L D (Overdrive) - 4 45 mph (72 km/h) 16 mph (26 km/h) 4-3 35 mph (56 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 3-2 20 mph (32 km/h) 8 mph (13 km/h) 2-1 5 mph (8 km/h) 2 mph (3 km/h) 1-LO Only shift to LO when a...
Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push therelease lever (located above theignition), then turn the key towardyou and remove the key. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is s...
If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causinginaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicl...
LOW (4WD Low) can be engaged, the vehicle speed must bebelow 3 mph (5 km/h) with the brake pedal depressed and thetransmission in N (Neutral). This vehicle is equipped with anon-synchronous low range gearset which will not allow thetransfer case to shift into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) if vehicle speedis abo...
• LOW RANGE – momentarily illuminates when the ignition isturned to the ON position.Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) isengaged. Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4WD system (if equipped) Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages. This is normal. 2H (2WD High) – For general on-...
Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 2H (2WD High) Move the transfer case lever to 2H(2WD High) at a stop or a vehiclespeed below 3 mph (5 km/h). With the vehicle at complete stop,disengage the locking hubs(optional) by rotating the hub lockcontrol from LOCK to FREE. • For proper operation, makesure that ...
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 to55 mph (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 3 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...
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. Aswhen you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoidspinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction ofthe slide until ...
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 ...
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehiclesfor stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lowergears. In emergency stopping situations, avoid locking of the wheels. Usea “squeeze” technique, push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasingforce which...
auxiliary horsepower draw, vehicle conditions and surroundingenvironmental conditions and other factors, this can contribute toelevated transmission fluid temperatures and result in accelerated fluiddeterioration, fuel vapor over-pressurization, and other concerns. Fordtrucks are fully qualified for...
• The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity (TARC) is shown on the lowerright side of the vehicle’s Safety Compliance Certification Label. Thisapplies to Ford-completed vehicles of 10,000 lb. (4,536 kg) GVWR orless. This is the weight of permanently-attached auxiliary equipment,such as snowplow frame-mou...
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...
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...
U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, beh...
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 ...
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 304 — Not used 305 Full ISO relay Upfitter control 306 Full ISO relay Delayed accessory 307 Full ISO relay Starter 601 30A circuit breaker Delayed accessory, Powerwindows, Moonroof 602 — Not used * Mini fuse ** Cartridg...
Location of the spare tire and tools If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire, jack and associated tools,refer to the following table for their locations: Tool Location Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward ofthe rear bumper Jack Regular cab, Super Cab withoutrear ben...
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(ESOF) 4WD: Place transfer casein any position. • M...
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could beseriously injured. The following steps apply to F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel(SRW) vehicles only (unless otherwise noted): 6. Insert the hooked end of the jackhandle into the jack and use thehandle to slide the jack under thevehicle. 7. ...
• Front passenger side (4x4) Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify thejack point. Place the jack directlyunder the axle. • Rear (including F-350 Dual Rearwheel [DRW] vehicles) Never use the front or reardifferential as a jacking point. To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury...
• Rear: F-450/F-550 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 t...
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. 8–lug nut torque sequence 10–lug nut torque sequence 20. Stow the flat tire. ...
Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire. 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing in the directionspecified on the Tire Changing Instructions located with the jackhardware. 2. Slide the w...
Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...
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 covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...
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 the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...
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 ...
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...
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 • An authorized dealer representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The authorized dealer Board member ischosen from an authorized dealer management, recogn...
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 ofCanada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicleservice concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates inan impartial third party mediatio...
If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, orvisit the Ford ESP ...
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 isavailable from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match yourvehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’sdoor jamb) t...
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • 5.4L V8 gasoline engine • 6.8L V10 gasoline engine 2006 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA...
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND W...
• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior paintedsurfaces. INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wipingwith a dry, s...
• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing ofthe clear, protective coating on the seat. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer...
Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the KingRanch Saddle Shop. Visit the Web site at www.krsaddleshop.com , or telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you areunable to obtain King Ranch Leather Conditioner, use another premiumleather conditioner...
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 authorized dealer canprov...
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 gasoline engines Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 2. Air filter assembly 3. Engine coolant...
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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield waterrepellent-type fluid or bugwash as this ...
4. Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades andthe windshield; refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. 5. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice h...
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 oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the M...
Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and ...
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 information for the s...
Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...
• The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnecte...
• All engines When the engine is cold, check the level 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 information...
Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...
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, refer to Refill capacities in this section. If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, refer to the Refill capacities section of your 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide S...
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 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. FUE...
Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefill...
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If...
• Your Service engine soon indicator may come on. For more information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to the Instrument cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather info...
• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test ofthe on-board diagnostics system. If your Check engine/Service engine soon light is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluste...
Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°F–80°F(-7°C–25°C): 1. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrowsin the FULL COLD range. Do not add fluid if the level is within thisrange. 2. If the fluid level is low. Add fluid to bring fluid level up to be bet...
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 contacts the eyes, flush eyeswith running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, dri...
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped) The TorqShift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable external fluid filtermounted on the frame rail. Refer tothe scheduled maintenance information for service intervals. To replace the transmission filter: 1. Shut off the engine. 2. Unsc...
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...
Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element • 5.4L Engine 1. Release two retainer clamps. 2. Pull air filter tray assembly outtoward front of vehicle and lift airfilter element up and out of housing. Th...
REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Front axle Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant F-250/350(Dana 60 axle) 6.3 pints (3.0L) F-350/450/550(Dana 60 axle) 6.3 pints (3.0L) Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant F-250 /350(10.50 inchaxle) 1 6.9 pin...
Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Engine oil(includes filterchange) - gasengines 6 Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) 5.4L V8 and6.8L V10engines 7.0 quarts(6.6L) Engine oil(includes filterchange) - dieselengine Refer to ...
6 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specificationWSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Spindle bearing HighTemperature4X4...
Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipped) Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-AorWSS-M6C62-A Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) VC-7-A (U.S.,except CA, ORand NM),VC-7-...
slip axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that doesnot require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water. Danarear axles also contain a synthetic lubricant but do require a change. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for change intervals on Dana rear axl...
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS F–250 Regular Cab and SuperCab Dimension Body style Regular Cab 4x2 – inches (mm) Regular Cab 4x4 – inches (mm) SuperCab 4x2 – inches (mm) SuperCab 4x4 – inches (mm) (1) Overallheight 76.5 (1943) 79.1 (2009) 76.8 (1951) b 79.4 (2017) b (2) Track -Front/Rear 68.3 (1734)/67.2 (1706)...
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...
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 authorizeddealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered tofulfill your automotive needs; they are custom des...
A Accessory delay ..........................57 Air cleaner filter .......283–284, 286 Air conditioning ..........................36 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................................107–108 and child safety seats ............109description ..............................108disposal ...
filter, specifications ........257, 286recommendations ...................257refill capacities ........................287specifications ..........................290 Exhaust fumes ..........................169 F Fail safe cooling ........................265 Fluid capacities ...........................
R Radio ..........................20, 22, 25, 28 Relays ........................................203 Remote entry system .................82 illuminated entry ......................85locking/unlocking doors ...........80 Reverse sensing system ...........181 Roadside assistance ..................201 ...
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