Ford 2012 F-250- Manuals

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since theseadditives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is cov...

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

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to EventData Recorders applies to SYNC 威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, discloseto emergency services that the vehicle has...

CELL PHONE USE The use of mobile communications equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Base instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metricsimilar Optional instrument cluster with standard measure shown; metricsimilar Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light...

bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to therespective system warning light for additional information. Standard message center Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT)indicator lights and will illuminate inthe message center. These lightsfunction t...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving wit...

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engaged can cause ...

AdvanceTrac 威 /Traction control (if equipped): Displays when the AdvanceTrac 威 /Traction control is active. If the light remains on, havethe system serviced immediately,refer to the Driving chapter for more information. AdvanceTrac 威 /Traction control off light (if equipped): Illuminates when Advanc...

Speed control (if equipped): The speed control system indicator lightchanges color to indicate what modethe system is in: • On (amber light): Illuminates when the speed control system is turned on. Turns off when the speedcontrol system is engaged or turned off. • Engaged (green light): Illuminates ...

GAUGES Base cluster with automatic transmission shown. Metric similar. 1. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between L and H). Ifthe needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off theengine and check the en...

Selectable features Info (information menu) Press the INFO button repeatedly tocycle through the following features: TRIP A/B Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release the INFObutton until the TRIP A/B appear in the display (this represents the tripmode). Press and hold the RE...

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • Differences in the automatic...

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedlyto cycle the message center throughthe following features: Note: Some items are optional and will not appear. Note: When returning to the SETUP menu and a non-Englishlanguage has been selected, HOLDRESET FOR ENGLISH will...

2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to resetthe oil life to 100%. Note: To change oil life 100% value (if equipped with this feature) to another value, proceed to Step 3. 3. Once “OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%” is displayed, release and press theRESET button to change the oil life ...

Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. ZONE <XX> RESET = CHANGE The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W andNW in the message center display. Refer to Compass zone/calibration adjustment. RESET FOR CALIBRATION This feature calibrates the compass. The compass rea...

XX MPH MAX UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT(diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited upon restarting. Referto your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorizeddealer as soon as possible. SPEED LIMITED T...

Press the OK button to selecthighlighted options and confirmchoices/messages. Main menu From the main menu screen you can choose the following: • Gauge Mode • Trip A/B • Fuel Economy • Truck Apps (if equipped) • Settings • Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the ri...

Trip A/B In this mode, Trip A or B registers the following: • Trip Time — shows the elapsed trip time. This timer will stop whenthe vehicle is turned off and will restart when the vehicle is restarted. • Trip Distance — shows the accumulated trip distance. • Fuel Used — shows the amount of fuel used...

Information In this mode, you can view different vehicle system information andperform a system check. When “Press OK for info” is displayed, pressing OK will give youinformation on the currently selected/displayed options. Information isonly available when traveling less than 3 mph (5 km/h). MyKey ...

ENGINE IDLED - SEE OWNER’S MANUAL EXHAUST FLUIDSYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The engine will eventually enter into an idle-onlymode. Press OK to override the idle mode. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more information. Contact your authorized d...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility ...

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK tobegin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the currenttrack is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To di...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE,press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channelcategory and the SIRIUS 威 long channel name. In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional ...

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safeop...

USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation ofthe vehicle....

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS 威 satellite or SIRIUS 威 tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location th...

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fogand thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow fogging. Press this button again to return to the prev...

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out”. • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of ...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, italso operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from theside mirrors. Ensure that the ignition on. Press to ...

For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled or off, based upon theprevious operating state (last ignition-on cycle). • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. Automatic climate control For hot weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be se...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp controlclockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the secondposition to also turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights no...

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamps off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp cont...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. • the transmission is not in P (Park) WARNING: Alw...

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with an aerodynamic headlamp system. Theaerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertical direction(up/down) using the procedure following. The headlamps on your vehicleare properly aimed at the assembly plant and should not normally needadjustment...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use a #2Phillips head to turn the adjustereither counterclockwise (to adjustdown) or clockwise (to adjust up)aligning the upper edge of the lightpattern up to the horizontal line. 6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the otherheadlamp. 7. Close the hood and t...

INTERIOR LAMPS Front map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controlson either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. The map lampsalso light when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come o...

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. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically ...

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column. 2. While the lever is in the downposition, move the steering wheelup or down and in or out until youfind the desired position. 3. While holding the steering wheelin place, pull the lever ...

One-touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completely down to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switchto any position to stop the window operation. Window lock (if equipped) The windo...

INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support armwhich lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) The interior rear view mi...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors (if equipped) WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direc...

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. The control is located on the leftside of the steering column. Pressand hold the rear of the control tomove the pedals towa...

Increasing speed while using speed control To increase the set speed: • Press and hold SET + until you get to the desired speed, then release.You can also use SET + to operate the tap-up function. Press andrelease SET + to increase the vehicle set speed in approximately1 mph (2 km/h) increments. • U...

Navigation system hands freecontrol features (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly untilthe voice icon appears on the navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press VOICE to complete a voicecommand. For further information on theNavigation system, refer to the Navigation System suppl...

If you do not know if your garagedoor opener is a rolling code orfixed code device, open your garagedoor opener’s remote control batterycover. If a panel of DIP switches ispresent your garage door opener isa fixed code device. If not, yourgarage door opener is a rolling codedevice. Note: Programming...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured toretention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and int...

3. Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up throughthe gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Place the tailgateharness out of the way under the pickup box. 4. Lower the tailgate. 5. Using a screwdriver, gently prythe spring clip (on each connector)past the head of the sup...

KEYS Your vehicle may be equipped withtwo integrated keyhead transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unlocks/locks all thedoors. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-p...

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

For optional message center: 1. At the main menu screen select SETTING then MYKEY by pressingOK or the right arrow key. 2. Use the up and down arrows to get to any of the optional features. 3. Press the right arrow key to bring up the settings available for eachfeature. 4. Press OK or the right arro...

Using MyKey 威 with remote start systems MyKey 威 is not compatible with non Ford-approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please seeyour authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system. The following information MAY help customers who choose ...

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the offposition. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entrycode. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a ...

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

holding both the and buttons simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately four seconds. The hazard lamps will flashtwice to indicate that the vehicle has switched to one step unlocking.Repeat the procedure to switch back to two-step unlocking. Locking the doors 1. Press and relea...

2. Press and hold control button 1for five seconds. A tone will beheard after two seconds confirmingmemory position has been set.Continue to hold until a second toneis heard after five seconds. 3. Within three seconds press . 4. Wait 10 seconds, then press . 5. Repeat this procedure formemory 2 and ...

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the IKT for thecorrect orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure thatthe battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity. 5. Snap the battery cover back onto the key. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause ...

Remote start (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with the remote start feature which allowsyou to start the engine from outside the vehicle. If your integratedkeyhead transmitter (IKT) has a icon, you have remote start. The remote start feature has an extended operating range which allows you...

The power windows will be inhibited during the remote start and theradio will not turn on. The parking lamps will remain on and the engine will run for 5, 10, or15 minutes, depending on how you programmed the system. To selectthe duration of the remote start system refer to Message center in the Ins...

Programming a personal entry code and keypad association tomemory feature To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be enteredwithin five seconds of each other. 4....

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 on position. Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or yo...

There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occurbefore the vehicle becomes armed. Each door and the hood is armed individually, and if any are open, theymust be closed before the open entry point can enter the 20 secondcountdown. The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors...

FRONT SEATS WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before...

WARNING: The non-adjustable head restraint is a safety device. It should be installed whenever the seat is occupied. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Front seat • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or re...

20 percent front seat armrest and console (if equipped) To release the armrest and gainaccess to the cupholders andseatback storage bin, press thebutton on the right-hand side of theseat and pull the seatback down. Pull up on the tab to open thestorage bin. Lift up on the seatback to return it to th...

The under-seat storagecompartment (if equipped) has aprogrammable lock. Use the ignitionkey to program the lock to thecompartment. Electronics may bepowered or charged using theunder-seat storage compartmentauxiliary power point. Refer to Auxiliary power point (12VDC) in the Drive Controls chapter. ...

Easy-access/easy-out feature (if equipped) The easy entry feature can be turned off or on through the vehiclemessage center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. The easy entry feature automatically moves the driver’s seat 2 inches(5 cm) forward when: • the transmission is in P...

Outboard head restraints (CrewCab) Center head restraint (Crew Cab) The non-adjustable second row head restraints consist of : • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). Removal of the second-row non-adjustable head r...

To remove the storage space divider,squeeze the sides and lift it from thestorage tub. Use your vehicle key to lock thestorage space. SAFETY RESTRAINTS WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongu...

While you are fastened in the safety belt, the combination lap/shoulderbelt with a cinch tongue adjusts to your movement. However, if youbrake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph(8 km/h) or more, the safety belt will become locked and help reduceyour forward movement. Res...

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt or the optionalfront or rear seat center safety belt. When to use the automati...

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operatingproperly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace thebelt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury...

Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,pull on the center button and slidethe height adjuster do...

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned t...

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

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...

WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend youleave the Belt-Minder 威 system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of in...

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly...

WARNING: An infant in a rear-facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger airbag. Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unlessthe passenger airbag is turned off. See Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch. WARNING: Front seating position...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. A difficulty with the syst...

2. Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because: • the vehicle has no rear seat; • although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) wheneverpossible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the frontbecause no space is available in the rear seat(s) of the ve...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the c...

Installing the child safety seat Perform the following steps when installing the child seat in theoutboard combination lap/shoulder belts: Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child s...

8. Remove remaining slack from thebelt. Force the seat down with extraweight, e.g., by pressing down orkneeling on the child restraint whilepulling up on the shoulder belt inorder to force slack from the belt.This is necessary to remove theremaining slack that will exist oncethe additional weight of...

6. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 7. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the seat at th...

Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown.The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere otherthan the correct tether anchor. Once the child safety seat has been installed using the safety belt, youcan attach the top tether strap. Tether strap attachment 1....

Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only) There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat(along the bottom edge of the rear window) in the SuperCab. Theseloops are to be used as both routing loops and anchor loops for up tothree child safety seat tether straps. These straps ...

3. Install the child safety seat tightlyusing the vehicle belts. Follow theinstructions in this chapter. 4. Tighten the tether strapaccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructions. A single loop can be used to route and anchor more than one child seat.For example, the center loop can be used ...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

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...

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS Four-wheel drive (4WD) system (if equipped) A vehicle equipped with 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use allfour wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable youto safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventionaltwo-wheel drive vehic...

How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles SUVs and trucks can differ fromsome other vehicles in a fewnoticeable ways. Your vehicle maybe: • Higher – to allow higher loadcarrying capacity and to allow itto travel over rough terrainwithout getting hung up ordamaging underbody components. • Shorter ...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automaticservice station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of adigital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tirepressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformanc...

Tire Inflation Information WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used, serviced or maintained. To reduce the risk of serious injury, never attempt to re-inflate a tire which has been run flator seriously under-inflated without first removing the tire from thewheel ass...

WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in thetread grooves. Check the tire an...

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 to help pre...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

Safety Practices WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may f...

Tire Rotation WARNING: If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system), then the settings for the TPMSsensors need to be updated. Always perform the TPMS reset procedureafter tire rotation. If the s...

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identifi...

5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in yourowner...

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. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent theTPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow theTPMS to continue to funct...

To restore the full functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system,have the damaged road wheel/tire repaired and remounted on yourvehicle. For additional information, refer to Changing tires with a TPMS in this section. When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function o...

Low tirepressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire in use Repair the damaged road wheel/tire and reinstall it on the vehicle torestore system functionality. For adescription on how the systemfunctions, refer to When your temporary spare tire is ins...

TPMS Reset Procedure WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle, refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to either the door hinge pillar, door-latch post, or the dooredge that meets the door-latch post, next to the driver’s seatingposition), or Tire Label loc...

7. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right front tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire;decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire;d...

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch anywiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang aga...

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 on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

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. Tires, Wheels and Loading 246 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th PrintingUSA (fus)

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 Safety Compliance...

• Example only: WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing chart in this section applies to vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine; for vehicles equipped with a dieselengine, refer to your diesel supplement. Your vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer or fifth-wheel trailerprovided the maximum trailer weigh...

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, lossof vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Vehicle type Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) F...

Fifth-wheel trailer hitch (if equipped) To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consultyour authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). Fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing Your vehicle may be equipped with a fifth-wheel prep package. T...

Safety Chains Note: Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trai...

The TBC user interface consists ofthe following: 1. +/- (GAIN adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons adjusts the TBC’s power output tothe trailer brakes (in0.5 increments). The GAIN settingcan be increased to a maximum of10.0 or decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking). Pressing andhold...

2. Manual control lever: Slide the control lever to the left to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’sbrakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for instructions on proper use of this feature). If the manual control isactivated while the ...

Explanation of instrument cluster warning messages: The TBC interacts with the instrument cluster message center to displaythe following messages: TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT: This message is displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC.In the event this messag...

• The TBC interacts with the brake system of the vehicle, includingABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lock-up;therefore, if these systems are not functioning properly, the TBC maynot function at full performance. • Your vehicle’s brake system and the trailer brake system workind...

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 manufacturer otherthan the road tires on your vehicle, your spare tire is considered“temporary”. Consu...

Braking • Anticipate stops; allow more distance and time to stop than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for extended periods of time as theycan overheat and lose effectiveness. • The trailer brakes (including the shoes, drum and trailer brakemagnets) must be inspected and serviced at interva...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behinda motor home. Note: Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle. Refer to t...

WARNING: Never link two straps together with a clevis pin. These heavy metal objects could become projectiles if the strap breaks and can cause serious injury or death. Your vehicle comes equipped with frame-mounted front recovery hooks.These hooks should never have a load applied to them greater th...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the steering wheeland allows key removal. Note: In order to switch off the engine whilethe vehicle is in motion, shift toneutral and use the brakes to bringthe vehicle to a safe stop. After thevehicle has stoppe...

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Alwa...

the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position. 3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply thebrake, shift into gear and drive. Note: I...

If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexiblefuel vehicles only) 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to floor, thencrank the engine. 2. When the engine starts, release the key, then gradually release theaccelerator pedal as the engine speeds up. If the eng...

How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 wattsof power per hour. Your factory i...

Brake assist The brake assist system provides full braking force during panic brakingsituations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and uses theABS system to achieve maximum braking pressure. Once a panic brakeapplication is detected, the system will remain activated as long as thebra...

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 release lever to release theparking brake. To prevent the pedalfrom releasin...

ENGINE ONLY TRACTION CONTROL (DUAL REAR WHEEL (DRW)VEHICLES ONLY) This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of yourvehicle, especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow or ice-coveredroads and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to makebetter use of available tr...

Electronic stability control (ESC) Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severelyor avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if nece...

Disabling trailer sway control Trailer sway control can be disabled during any key cycle. See trailersway control under the Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Note that regardless of chosen enable state, trailer sway controlwill be re-enabled at each new key cycle. WARNING: Turning of...

Enabling hill descent control and setting the descent speed 1. Press and release the hill descentbutton located on the instrumentpanel. A light in the cluster willilluminate and chime will soundwhen this feature is activated. 2. To increase descent speed, press the accelerator pedal until thedesired...

• Some noise is normal during operation. If excessive, check for lowpower steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your dealer. • Heavy or uneven efforts may be caused by low power steering fluid.Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking serviceby your dealer. • Do not ...

• On 2WD vehicles and 4WD vehicles in 2H (4X2) or 4H (4X4 High),the ELD will automatically disengage at speeds above 25 mph(40 km/h) and will automatically reengage at speeds below 19 mph(30 km/h). • On 4WD vehicles in 4L (4X4 Low), the ELD can be engaged at anyspeed and will not automatically disen...

PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased gro...

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working. WARNING: When doing this procedure, you will be taking the vehicle out of park which means the vehicle can roll freely. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always fully set the parking brakeprior to doing this proc...

To deactivate the tow/haul feature and return to normal driving mode,press the button on the end of the gearshift lever. The TOW HAUL lightwill no longer be illuminated. When you shut-off and restart the engine, the transmission willautomatically return to normal D (Overdrive) mode (Tow/Haul OFF). W...

Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: Gasoline engines Diesel engines 1 – 2 15 mph (24 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 2 – 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 19 mph (31 km/h) 3 – 4 40 mph (64 km/h) 26 mph (42 km/h) 4 – 5 ...

• (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Centerline of vehicle Always use caution while backing. Objects in the red zone are closestto your vehicle and objects in thegreen zone are further away. Objectsare getting closer to your vehicle as they move from the green zo...

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. When four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all fourwheels through a transfer case. 4WD can be sel...

The ESOF 4WD system: • provides 4x4 High engagement and disengagement while the vehicle ismoving. • is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel thatallows you select 4x2, 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation. • uses auto-manual hub locks that can be engaged and disengagedautomatically b...

Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped) Note: High shift efforts may be encountered when attempting toshift into and out of 4x4 modes. It is recommended to allow thevehicle to roll at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h) when shiftingbetween modes. Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4...

• Do not shift into 4H (4x4High) with the rear wheelsslipping. • The vehicle should not bedriven in 4X4 High with thehub locks disengaged as thiscondition may damagedriveline system components. Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) Move the transfer case lever to 2H(2WD) at a stop or a vehicle spe...

Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD) 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop or a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 3. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4H(4x4 High) or 2H (2WD). 4. If the transfer case will not engage ...

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all fourwheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Basic operating principl...

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

Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant shouldbe replaced. After driving through mud, clean of...

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 ...

VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE Auxiliary equipment called power take-off, or PTO, is often added to theengine or transmission to operate utility equipment. Examples include awheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for construction or tire service,and pumping fluids. PTO applications draw...

Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached Do not use your vehicle for snow removal until it has been driven atleast 500 miles (800 km). The attached snowplow blade restricts airflow to the radiator, and maycause the engine to run at a higher temperature: Attention to enginetemperature is espe...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Vehicles sold in the U.S. : 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,...

U.S. Ford vehicle customers who require Roadside Assistance, call1-800-241-3673. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearestdealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford ve...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equippedwith a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to theengine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off. Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you mayrestart your vehic...

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 ...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To red...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 92 20A* Auxiliary power point #4 93 20A* Auxiliary power point #3 94 25A* Upfitter #1 95 25A* Upfitter #2 96 50A* ABS pump 97 40A* Invertor 98 — Not used 99 — Not used 100 25A* Trailer tow turn signals 101 Relay Starter 102 Relay Trailer tow bat...

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and should not be used. However, if you must use a sealant, the TPMS sensor and valve stemon the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. WARNING: Refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in t...

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability It is...

Spare tire informationNote: If your vehicle is equipped the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare is inuse. To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system, all road wheelsequipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must be moun...

Tool Location Jack handle, lug wrench, lugwrench extension (only availableon Dual Rear Wheel [DRW]vehicles) and wheel chock (onlyavailable on Single Rear Wheel[SRW] vehicles equipped with adiesel engine) Regular cab: Fastened to floorbehind driver seatSuperCab: Fastened to floor underrear seatCrew C...

2. Attach the spare tire lock key (A)to the jack handle (B). 3. Fully insert the jack handle (withone extension) through the bumperhole and into the guide tube. Thekey and lock will engage with aslight push and counterclockwiseturn. Some resistance will be feltwhen turning the jack handleassembly. 4...

The following steps apply to F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel(SRW) vehicles only: 5. Insert the hooked end of the jackhandle into the jack and use thehandle to slide the jack under thevehicle. 6. Position the jack according to thefollowing guides: • Front (4x2) • Front driver side (4x4) Note: Make sure...

• Rear: F-450/F-550 13. Insert the jack handle into thepump linkage. 14. 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. 15. Remove t...

The following steps apply to all vehicles: 18. 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 19. Stow the flat tire. ...

The following step applies to F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel(SRW) vehicles only: 22. When installing the wheel centerornaments, ensure that theornament retention towers on theback side of the ornament arealigned with the studs/lug nuts. Theretention towers are designed to beinstalled over the studs/n...

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the roto...

Inspect the wheel pilot hole andmounting surface prior toinstallation. Remove any visiblecorrosion or loose particles. JUMP STARTING WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. WARNING: Batt...

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other movingparts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach th...

Jump Starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

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. It is recommended that the vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbe...

Note: Towing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to the automatictransmission. Note: Towing a 4x2 or an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground for more than 50 miles (80 km) and/or in excess of 35 mph(56 km/h) may c...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizeddealer. 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 satisfaction. Plea...

• Ford Genuine Accessories • Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing address Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Additional assistance If you have questions or concerns,...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

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

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

• 6.8L V10 gasoline engine 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 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Ta...

helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade andwindshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replacewiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any...

LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH 姞 EDITION ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grainleather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care andmaintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintai...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...

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 specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield. Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. 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 has man...

• Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If ...

To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft 威 SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specificationWSS-M2C945-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for yourvehicle’s engine. Refer to Maintenance product speci...

If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cablesfrom the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize theacid with a solution of baking soda and water. It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store ...

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine mustrelearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability andperformance. To...

Note: For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a refractometer such as Rotunda tool ROB75240 available from yourdealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant teststrips for measuring coolant concentrations. Note: The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD ...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does not recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling anddisposing...

• the service engine soon indicator illuminates 1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and place the vehicle in P(Park). 2. Leave the engine running until the coolant temperature gauge needlemoves away from the H range. After several minutes, if this does nothappen, follow the remaining ste...

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump no...

Octane recommendations “Regular” unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 isrecommended. Some stations offer fuels posted as “Regular” with anoctane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels withoctane levels below 87 are not recommended. Do not be concerned if you...

Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. Itshould not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating. These products have not been approved for your engine andcould cause damage to the fue...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple cal...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into th...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON 威 ATF. • Gasoline engine shown; dieselengine similar. Refer to Identifying components in theengine compartment in the diesel supplement. Check the fluid leve...

BRAKE FLUID • Vacuum boost system • Hydroboost system The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when thebrake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the top of the MINand MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid level...

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 the Maintenance product ...

The following procedure is for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine.If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, refer to the dieselsupplement. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element 1. Lo...

10. Reconnect the mass air flowsensor electrical connector to theoutlet tube. Make sure the lockingtab on the connector is in the“locked” position (connector shownfrom below for clarity). Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty ma...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1883 FA-1883 Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S Battery (standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Battery (optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Spark plugs-platinum 1 Seat filter FS-107 Windshield wiperblade WW-2201-PF 1 For spark pl...

FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement the ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 32 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up t...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY) You can get more protection for your vehicle by purchasing a FordExtended Service Plan (ESP). Ford ESP is the only service contractbacked by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. Depending on theplan you purchase, Ford ESP provides benefits such as: • R...

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION The following information pertains to 6.2L V8 and 6.8L V10 gasolineengines only. Scheduled maintenance for the diesel engine can be foundin the diesel supplement. Why Maintain Your Vehicle? Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major repairexpenses r...

owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Pleaseconsult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information. Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factoryrecommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommendsagainst the use of such addit...

Value Shopping for Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance andlight repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, andone-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tirerotations to repairs like brake service...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions noted. Scheduled Maintenance 428 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th PrintingUSA (fus)

Maintenance Schedule Log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ...

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS The following information pertains to 6.2L V8 and 6.8L V10 gasolineengines only. Scheduled maintenance for the diesel engine can be foundin the diesel supplement. If you operate your vehicle primarily in one of the more demanding conditions listed below, you will need to...

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as inheavy commercial use (i.e. delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) Inspect frequently,service as required Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles(8,000 km) Inspect brake system Inspect wheels a...

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads Every 30,000 miles(48,000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80and TorqShift 威 transmissions) Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 50,000 miles(80,000 km) Change...

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EXCEPTIONS There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listedbelow: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped withFord-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluidunless a lea...

Edge/MKX AWD only – vehicles operating off-road in sand during high ambient temperatures must replace the AWD PTU (All-wheel drivePower Transfer Unit) lube every 20,000 miles (32,000 km). Engine air filter & cabin air filter replacement: Engine air filter and cabin air filter life is dependent o...

A Accessory delay ........................104 AdvanceTrac ..............................275 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................180, 184, 186 and child safety seats ............181description ..............180, 184, 186disposal ....................................194driver ai...

Engine oil ..................................375 checking and adding ..............375dipstick ....................................375filter, specifications ........376, 410recommendations ...................376refill capacities ........................411 Event data recording ....................9 ...

P Parental MyKeyprogramming .............................129 Parking brake ............................273 Parts(see Motorcraft 威 parts) ...........410 Pedals (see Power adjustablefoot pedals) ...............................110 Power adjustable foot pedals ...110 Power distribution box(see Fuses) .....