Page 2 - The following warning may be required by California law:; CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning; Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and; ICONS; Seating; Introduction
The following warning may be required by California law: 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 addi...
Page 3 - Warranty Guide
WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personalinjury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and itsequipment. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During thefirst 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds ...
Page 4 - Be sure to read; Using your vehicle with a snowplow; Driving
SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles Read the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’sGuide Supplement for information regarding correct operation andmaintenance of your diesel-powered light truck. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles...
Page 5 - Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the QV...
Page 6 - Vehicle Symbol Glossary
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat TetherAnchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based Tr...
Page 8 - Instrumentation
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MPH 20 km/h 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 LOWFUEL DOORAJAR LOW RANGE 4 X 4 CRUISE BRAKE ! ABS + - L E F H RPM 1000 X 0 1 2 3 5 6 4 P R N 2 1 8 C 18 H D FUEL FILL SERVICE ENGINE SOON O P ON COAST OFF PANEL DIM SET ACCEL RES Headlamp control (pg. 23) Tur...
Page 10 - Fuel Gauge; Service engine soon; The; LOW; SERVICE
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of alow fuel condition indicated on thefuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information).When refueling, after the lightcomes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than theadvertised capacity since th...
Page 11 - What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates; Light turns on solid:; Service Engine Soon; Air bag readiness
What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire...
Page 12 - Transmission control indicator light (TCIL); Overdrive control; Safety belt; Seating and safety restraints; Brake system warning; OVERDRIVE; BRAKE
Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) Illuminates when the TransmissionControl Switch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter, has been pushed turning the transmissionoverdrive function OFF. When the TCIL (the word OFF on the gear shift)light is on, the transmiss...
Page 13 - Turn signal; Bulbs; High beams
Turn signal Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard lights areturned on. If one or both of theindicators stay on continuously orflash faster, check for a burned-outturn signal bulb. Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter. High beams Illuminates when the high beamheadl...
Page 14 - DOOR; CRUISE
Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is inthe ON position and any door isopen. It may also momentarilyilluminate after the engine is startedand all doors are closed. Oil pressure/Engine coolant This light will illuminate when theignition is in the ON position andthe: • engine coolant temperature ...
Page 15 - Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime; For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the; Headlamps on warning chime
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK orACC position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps...
Page 16 - Speedometer; Indicates the current vehicle speed.; Engine coolant temperature gauge; Engine
When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuelthat can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to thereserve fuel. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal opera...
Page 19 - Mode control; Average fuel economy.
Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to change the tripcomputer display between metricand English units. Mode control Each press of the MODE control willdisplay a different feature as follows: Average fuel economy. The display will indicate the vehicle’saverage fuel economy ...
Page 20 - Outside air temperature; In this mode the display is off.; Compass
2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to reset the averagefuel economy. Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The ...
Page 21 - Compass zone adjustment
The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes, fuelrange modes and temperature modes. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect ...
Page 22 - Compass calibration adjustment; Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console.
6. To exit the zone setting mode and save the displayed zone in memory,release both controls for greater than five seconds. Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical access...
Page 23 - Push forward to activate.; Flash to pass; Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:; Controls and features
HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the headlamps. High beams Push forward to activate. Pull toward you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate. Daytime r...
Page 24 - PANEL DIMMER CONTROL; Rotate up to brighten.; POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED); press the left side of the control to adjust the pedals toward you
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provideadequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate yourheadlamps under these conditions may result in a coll...
Page 27 - AUXILIARY POWER POINT
The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled. Thesystem defaults to ON every time the reverse gear is selected. Press thecontrol to disable or enable the system. The indicator will remain illuminated to indicate a failure of the reversesensing system. The reverse sensing system ...
Page 28 - CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM; Fan speed control
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system (if equipped) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature. Mode selector con...
Page 29 - Operating tips
Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system inDEF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Oncethe windshield has been cleared, operate the climate control system asdesired. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weatherconditio...
Page 30 - Manual heating and air conditioning system; . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside
Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle. The air condi...
Page 33 - USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM; TUNE
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select PANEL & FLOOR 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panelvents....
Page 35 - Tune adjust; Bass adjust
Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to fou...
Page 36 - to decrease hours and
Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Press the TONE control three times,then use the volume knob to adjustthe desired level. Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the TO...
Page 37 - to decrease minutes and; AM/FM stereo cassette
To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control until CLOCK SETappears in the display and press theTUNE control: • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. The CLK control will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock display mode (time)....
Page 38 - Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.; The tune control works in radio mode.; AM
Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM s...
Page 39 - SCAN
Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold f...
Page 40 - BASS
2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or...
Page 41 - CLK; CLK; SIDE
Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radiomode, press the TAPE AMScontrol. Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search featureallows you to quickly locate thebeginning of the tape selectionbeing played or...
Page 42 - EJ
Eject function Press the control to stop and eject atape. Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby t noise reduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby t noise reduction. Dolby t noi...
Page 45 - Shuffle; Seek function
Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the ban...
Page 47 - Setting memory preset stations; Autoset memory preset; AUTO
Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memor...
Page 48 - SEL
Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease the bass output and • to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble ...
Page 49 - Rewind
Press the FADE control then press: • to shift the sound to the front and • to shift the sound to the rear. Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tapeloaded into the audio system)while in the radio or CD mode,press the TAPE control. Press thebutton during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewi...
Page 50 - COMP
• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when theend of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the control fast forwards the CD within thecurrent track. Tape direction select Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternateside of a tape. Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and...
Page 51 - SHUFFLE
Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode (if equipped) and plays alltracks on the current disc in randomorder. If equipped with the CDchanger, the shuffle featurecontinues to the next disc after all tracks on the current disc are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature....
Page 52 - Mute mode
• to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a separate clockmodule, (other than the digital radiodisplay), the CLK button will notfunction in the above manner. The CLK button will allow you toswitch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information,etc.) and clock...
Page 53 - Premium AM/FM Stereo In Dash Six CD Radio
Premium AM/FM Stereo In Dash Six CD Radio Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the...
Page 54 - Shuffle feature
AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio and CD modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radi...
Page 56 - Autostore
Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. Press theAM/FM control to toggle between AM, FM1, or FM2. 2. Press the SEEK control to access the next listenable station up ordown the frequency band. Press the TUNE control to go up or down thelistening band...
Page 61 - Menu mode; Traffic announcements.
Menu mode The MENU control allows you toaccess many different featureswithin your audio system. There arethree sets of menus available depending upon which mode or feature isactivated. While in FM mode, two menus are available. If RDS is turned off, youcan access the following: • SELECT HOURS — Refe...
Page 62 - When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays.; Traffic announcements; Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC is displayed.; Program type
Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audiosystem to receive text informationfrom RDS-equipped FM radiostations. To activate RDS: • When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays. • Press the SEL control to engage this feature (RDS ON). RDS features: Once the RDS f...
Page 63 - Show
use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type fromthe following selections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show This feature allows you to select thetype of RDS broadcast informationthe radio will regularly show in thedisplay...
Page 64 - Phone mode
• OCCUPANCY MODE Use the SEL control to select thedesired signal mode (the selectedmode will appear in the display).The following signal modes can beselected: • DSP OFF—disengages the feature • NEWS—”voice-only” type of sound with a limited audio band • JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sou...
Page 65 - Setting the clock; Cleaning compact discs
Setting the clock Press the MENU control untilSELECT HOUR or SELECTMINUTE is displayed. Use the SEL control to manually setthe time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandis...
Page 66 - Radio frequency information; Radio reception factors; Audio system warranties and service
• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when notbeing played. Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) establish the frequenciesAM and FM st...
Page 68 - Press OFF or
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neu...
Page 70 - To set a lower set speed
You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe previously programmed set speed. To set a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST. Releasethe control when the desiredspeed is reached or • Press and rel...
Page 71 - To disengage speed control; Depress the brake pedal or
To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped). Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. ON OFF Controls and features 71
Page 73 - Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.; HAZARD FLASHER; For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to; WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS; (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.; Deactivating overdrive
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter. WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed positio...
Page 75 - WINDOW LOCK
One touch down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain to stop window operation. Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press the lefts...
Page 76 - CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS; To adjust your mirrors:; MIRRORS
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one door...
Page 77 - Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space,like an automatic car wash. The telescoping feature (if equipped) allows the mirror to ...
Page 79 - ALL key fobs; (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the; Unlocking the doors; Press this control to lock all doors.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received, including interfe...
Page 80 - weather conditions
Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate thealarm. To deactivate the alarm, press thecontrol again or turn the ignition toACC or ON. Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium batteryCR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you t...
Page 82 - Programming remote transmitters; It is necessary to have; ALL; To program the transmitters yourself:
Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have ALL (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. To program the transmitters yourself: • Place the key in the ignition andturn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)and cycle between 3 (OFF)...
Page 83 - TAILGATE REMOVAL
TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with atailgate lock designed to preventtheft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to theright to engage lock. • Turn ignition key to the left tounlock. TAILGATE REMOVAL Your tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading. 1. Lo...
Page 84 - SEATING
SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or backward.Ensure that the seat is relatchedinto place. • Pull up on the release leverlocated at the bottom of theseatback to quickly fold theseatback forward. 40/20/40 split bench seat (if equipped) • Lift t...
Page 85 - Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped); The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place. • Pull the release lever handlelocated on the side of the seat upto move the seat back forward orbackward. • Push down the release lever (ifequipped) located...
Page 86 - Using the manual lumbar support
Press front to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support controltoward the front of vehicle to movethe...
Page 88 - RETURNING THE SEAT TO SEATING POSITION; injury during a sudden stop.; SAFETY RESTRAINTS; injury in a collision.
RETURNING THE SEAT TO SEATING POSITION Always be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether theseat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 1. Pull control on the side of the seat to release seat cushion fromstorage position. 2. Push seat cushi...
Page 89 - Combination lap and shoulder belts
Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on theoutside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm.2) Never swing the safety belt around your n...
Page 90 - When to use the automatic locking mode; Anytime; a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or
The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing freesho...
Page 92 - Energy Management Feature
After any vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat beltsystem must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked forproper function. BELT AND RETRAC...
Page 93 - Safety belt replacement label; the safety belt must be replaced.
Safety belt replacement label The short plastic boot on the frontsafety belt at the passengeroutboard anchor location covers a“Replace Belt” label on the safetybelt. In the event of a collision, thecolored label (REPLACE BELT)may become visible. If this occurs, the safety belt must be replaced. When...
Page 94 - Safety belt pretensioner; Safety belt maintenance; Front safety belt height adjustment
Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle may be equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driverand front outboard passenger seating positions. The Seat Integrated Restraints (SIR) seat is equipped with a bucklepretensioner. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this couldinterfere with the func...
Page 95 - Regular Cab and 4–door CrewCab
• Regular Cab and 4–door CrewCab • 4–door Super Cab (if equipped) Seating and safety restraints 95
Page 96 - Lap belts; Adjusting the center lap belt; The lap belt does not adjust automatically.
To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the heightadjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked inplace. Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross th...
Page 98 - Belt minder; in 4 of us will be; Prime time for an accident.
Belt minder The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittentlysounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in theinstrument cluste...
Page 99 - One time disable
Reasons given... Consider... “Seat belts don’twork” Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehiclecrashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkl...
Page 101 - personal injuries in the event of a collision.; AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure thereare no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle as...
Page 102 - Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions; between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag module.
Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air b...
Page 103 - Lincoln Mercury dealer.; Children and air bags
Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air BagSupplemental Restraint System or its ...
Page 104 - How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?
How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather, it means the forceswere...
Page 106 - always; Turning the passenger air bag off; PASSENGER AIR BAG
Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners) For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of byqualified personnel. Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch (if equipped) An air bag ON/OFF swi...
Page 107 - Turning the passenger air bag back on; The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON.
In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, alwaysremove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch. Turning the passenger air bag back on The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON. 1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe switch to ON. 2. The OFF light wil...
Page 108 - NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada); An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat
Always transport children who are 12 and younger in the rearseat. Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child in a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, thepassenger air bag must be turned OFF. This is because the back of the infant seat is too close to the infl...
Page 109 - Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only); Child age 12 or under:
• 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:...
Page 110 - SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN; Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System; Important child restraint precautions
• although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat wheneverpossible, children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimesride in the front seat because rear seat space is insufficient; or • the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for...
Page 111 - Children and safety belts; If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat.
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. When possible, always place children under age 12...
Page 112 - When installing a child safety seat:
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child.Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seatyou put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seatproperly, the ...
Page 113 - Passenger air bag deactivation switch
Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capableof providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tetherstraps, refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps. Carefully follow all of the manu...
Page 116 - injured in a sudden stop or collision.; Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap thatgoes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoringpoint. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory.Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for i...
Page 117 - somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.; F—Series Regular Cab
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...
Page 118 - Tether strap attachment; Folding Down The Rear Seats
Tether strap attachment 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 4. You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tetheranchors. Make sure th...
Page 119 - Tether strap attachment rear SuperCab only
If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a childbeing injured in a collision greatly increases. 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 t...
Page 121 - PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE; Starting the engine; Important safety precautions; Starting
PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Thissystem meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standardrequirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the ...
Page 123 - STARTING THE ENGINE
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 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as...
Page 124 - Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever:
Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms theengine coolant, which improvesstarting, warms up the engine fasterand allows the heater-defrostersystem to respond quickly. Use of anengine block heater is stronglyrecommended if you live in a regionwhere temperatures reach ...
Page 125 - Important ventilating information
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 products of component wear contain or...
Page 127 - ABS warning lamp; warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates; Parking brake
steering control of your vehicle and, providing there is sufficientspace, will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to acontrolled stop. • The Anti-Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to applythe brakes or always reduce stopping distance. Always leave enoughroom between y...
Page 128 - STEERING YOUR VEHICLE
The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual t...
Page 129 - PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE; lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are; not
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, theTraction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. Extended use of other than the manufacturer’s specified size tires on a...
Page 130 - Reinsert the key and turn the ignition to the OFF position.
Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than mostpassenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know thecapabilities and limi...
Page 131 - See your dealer or a qualified service technician.; Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission; Understanding gearshift positions; pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Understanding gearshift positions To put your vehicle in gear, start the eng...
Page 132 - Drive; Driving while you tow
(Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission controlswitch (TCS) on the end of thegearshift lever. The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) (the word OFF) on theend ...
Page 133 - Forced Downshifts; To gain acceleration in; Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission); MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and willshift to 1 (Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. For...
Page 134 - When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, you must:
When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission, you must: 1. Make sure the parking brake isfully set. 2. Depress the clutch pedal fully. 3. Put the gearshift lever in N(Neutral). 4. Turn the ignition to position 5(START) to start the engine, let theengine idle for a few seconds. 5. Depress the b...
Page 135 - Use 2H or 4H for 4WD equipped vehicles.; Maximum downshift speeds; Only shift to LO when at a stop.
Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combination: Maximum downshift speeds 1 5-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2 2H or 4H 4L D (Overdrive) - 4 72 km/h (45 mph) 35 km/h (22 mph) 4 - 3 56 km/h (35 mp...
Page 136 - Parking your vehicle
Parking your vehicle 1. Disengage the clutch, apply brakeand shift into N (Neutral). 2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. Turn the ignition key to position3 (OFF). 1 2 4 R 3 D 1 2 4 R L 3 D 3 2 1 5 4 Driving 136
Page 137 - Reverse
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R(Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. Put the gearshift lever in N(...
Page 138 - Removing key from ignition; Preparing to drive your vehicle
Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition key to position2. • Push the release lever forwardand rotate the key towards youand remove. POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) CAPABILITY (IF EQUIPPED) Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and the 6.8L or7.3L engine are also equipped with Power Take ...
Page 142 - does not; does not
3. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (automatic transmission) ordepress the clutch (manual transmission). 4. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4L(4WD Low) and hold the shift leverin 4L (4WD Low) until the transfercase has fully engaged (up to 15seconds). 5. If ...
Page 143 - off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.; Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped); Positions of the electronic shift system; – Power to rear axle only.; Do not shift into 4x4 HIGH with the rear wheels slipping.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in theN (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped) Positions of the electronic shift system To prevent damage, the electronic...
Page 144 - You; do not; need to operate the vehicle in R (Reverse) to disengage; illuminate after 15
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH (4WD high) to 2WD (2WD high) Rotate the 4WD control to 2WD atany forward speed. Disengagementof the transfer case and front hubsmay be delayed due to torque bindwhich is caused by driving on dryhard surfaces or performing tightturns while using the 4WD system. • You do not nee...
Page 145 - If the LOW RANGE indicator light; shut off after 15 seconds,; Driving off-road with 4WD; If your vehicle gets stuck
4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4HIGH (4WD high) or 2WD (2WDhigh) position. 5. Hold the shift command until theLOW RANGE indicator light shutsoff. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not shut off after 15 seconds, start the vehicle moving, thenrepeat steps 1 through 5 beforereporting any shift...
Page 147 - Driving on snow and ice; VEHICLE LOADING; Weight of the vehicle including any standard
When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. Shift to a lower gearwhen added engine braking is desired. When speed control is on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle speedmay drop considerably, especially if you are carrying a heavy load. If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km/h (10 mph),...
Page 149 - section in; chapter of this owner guide.; Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow
The Safety Certification Label, found on the driver’s door pillar, listsseveral important vehicle weight rating limitations. Before adding anyadditional equipment, refer to these limitations. If you are adding weightto the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to thecab), the we...
Page 154 - When towing a trailer:
Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federalregulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s bra...
Page 155 - Servicing after towing; Trailer towing tips; Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.; Launching or retrieving a boat; When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval,
Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide formore information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the veh...
Page 157 - Read the following instructions before installing a snowplow:; Removing snowplow; Read the following instructions before removing a snowplow:
Read the following instructions before installing a snowplow: • Front GAWR must not exceed 63% of the GVW. Add ballast weight tothe back of the vehicle, if necessary. Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label to find Front GAWR. • The Front Axle Accessory Reserve Capacity and the Total Acces...
Page 158 - Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle
Manual. Adherence to the toe and ride height specification isimportant for proper tire wear, ride, handling and headlight aim. Snowplowing with your air bag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with driverand passenger air bag SupplementalRestraint System (SRS). The SRS isdesigned to activate w...
Page 160 - GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE; 4–hours, seven days a week; Using roadside assistance; Roadside emergencies
GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separatefrom the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) o...
Page 162 - FUSES AND RELAYS
The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s foot well,by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switc...
Page 163 - Standard fuse amperage rating and color; Passenger compartment fuse panel
Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridg...
Page 167 - Power distribution box; If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Power distribution box The power distribution box, trailertow and electronic shift on the flyrelay blocks are located in theengine compartment near the brakemaster cylinder. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Alwa...
Page 168 - The high-current fuses and relays are coded as follows.; Location; Trailer Tow Left Stop/Turn Lamp
The high-current fuses and relays are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 7.5A * Trailer Tow Left Stop/Turn Lamp 2 10A* Washer Pump 3 7.5A* Trailer Tow Right Stop/Turn Lamp 4 20A* Trailer Tow Backup Lamps, Trailer TowPark Lamps 5 20A* (Gasoline ...
Page 171 - Spare tire information; Location of the spare tire and tools; Tool; Jack; Removing the spare tire (with spare tire carrier only); The following tools are required to remove the spare tire:
Spare tire information Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire that can be used aseither a spare or a regular tire. The spare tire is not equipped with wheeltrim. The wheel trim from the original wheel/tire may be used on thespare. If your vehicle is equipped with 4WD, a spare tire of a diffe...
Page 172 - Remove the retainer through the center of the wheel.
• one wheel nut wrench. Slide oversquare end of jack handle. 2. If equipped, unlock and remove the spare tire lock from the rearbumper drive tube using the the spare tire lock key and the jack handle. 3. Insert the hooked end of the jackhandle into the rear bumper drivetube. The handle will stop mov...
Page 173 - Stowing the spare tire; Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.; Tire change procedure
Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel under the vehicleand install the retainer through thewheel center. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwiseuntil the tire is raised to its originalposition underneath the vehicle. Theeffort to turn the ja...
Page 174 - Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim.
To prevent the vehicle frommoving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake isset, then block (in bothdirections) the wheel that isdiagonally opposite (other sideand end of the vehicle) to the tirebeing changed. 2. Turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel (block notprovided). ...
Page 175 - The following steps apply to F250/F350 only:
The following steps apply to F250/F350 only: 6. Insert the hooked end of the jackhandle into the jack and use thehandle to slide the jack under thevehicle. 7. Position the jack according to thefollowing guides: • Front (4x2) Roadside emergencies 175
Page 176 - Rear
• Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into thenotched area on the differentialhousing. • Rear Roadside emergencies 176
Page 177 - Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.; The following steps apply to F350 chassis Cab F450/F550 only:
8. Turn the jack handle clockwiseuntil the wheel is completely off theground and high enough to installthe spare tire. 9. Remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench. 10. On single rear wheel vehicles,replace the flat tire with the sparetire, making sure the valve stem isfacing outward for all front tire...
Page 181 - The following steps apply to all vehicles:; Bolt Size; Nm; JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The following steps apply to all vehicles: 19. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown. 20. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the spare tire if the vehicle is equipped with a spare tire carrier. 21. Stow the jack, jack handle andlug wrench. Make sure the jack issecurely f...
Page 182 - touch. Set the parking brake on both; Connecting the jumper cables; In the illustrations,
Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissionsdo not have push-start capability. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission may shift firmly. This ...
Page 183 - Do not; use fuel lines, engine rocker
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s eng...
Page 184 - explosion of the gases that surround the battery.; Jump starting; Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.; Removing the jumper cables; Remove the jumper cable from the
Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump st...
Page 185 - relearn
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. 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...
Page 186 - WRECKER TOWING
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not effect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, theadaptive learnin...
Page 187 - Battery; Working with the engine off; Maintenance and care
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...
Page 188 - Turn off the engine and remove the key.; Working with the engine on; Automatic transmission:
3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from movin...
Page 189 - OPENING THE HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch locatedunder the right center of the hood.Slide the handle to release theauxiliary latch. 3. Lift the hood ...
Page 190 - IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT; Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Brake fluid r...
Page 191 - Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.; between the MIN and MAX marks,; the oil level is
ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure t...
Page 192 - Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.; Adding engine oil; Checking the engine
• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil ...
Page 194 - Lubricant specifications
BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid—gasoline engine Brake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide forthe service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspec...
Page 195 - Checking and adding brake fluid—diesel engine
Checking and adding brake fluid—diesel engine Check and refill the Hydromaxbrake fluid reservoir using thefollowing procedure. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide forthe service interval. 1. Clean the reservoir caps beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually i...
Page 197 - Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to; ENGINE COOLANT
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specificati...
Page 198 - Adding engine coolant; , until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for service interval...
Page 199 - Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.; These
Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with green-colored MotorcraftPremium Engine Coolant meeting Ford Specification ESE-M97B4...
Page 201 - Recycled engine coolant; Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate; Coolant refill capacity; Refill capacities; Severe climates; At a concentration
system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorc...
Page 202 - How fail-safe cooling works; When fail-safe mode is activated
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped) If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle loadand terrain. How fail-saf...
Page 203 - CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. 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 vehi...
Page 204 - Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes. 4. Turn the engine off. 5. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level isbetween the arrows in the FULL COLD range. 6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe ...
Page 206 - Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels; Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transm...
Page 207 - Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped); Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the
3. Fluid level should be at bottom ofthe opening. 4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plugsecurely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter. Che...
Page 208 - AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE; Motorcraft Part Numbers; Changing the air filter element (gasoline engines only)
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Do ...
Page 210 - Wash hands after handling
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cablesfrom the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neut...
Page 211 - WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES; LEAD; RECYCLE
the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimumdriveability and performance. To begin this process: 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutralposition (manual transmission), turn off all ...
Page 212 - Changing the wiper blades; To replace the wiper blades:; INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging theblades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents. Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle...
Page 214 - Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.; Tire rotation; Four tire rotation
SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has beenparked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCe...
Page 215 - Five tire rotation; Replacing the tires; as originally offered by Ford.
• Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same s...
Page 216 - control and roll over.; SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS; Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or largersize tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may al...
Page 217 - Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, w...
Page 220 - If you have run out of fuel:; Fuel Filler Cap; When fueling your vehicle:
Many of the world’s automakersissued the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasolinespecifications to provide improvedperformance and emission controlsystem protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-wideFuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplierabout gasoli...
Page 221 - Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.; Fuel Filter
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops. If the “Service Engine Soon/Check Engine” indicator comes on and stayson after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properlyinstalled. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the capproperly and reinstall i...
Page 222 - Filling the tank; Refill Capacities; Calculating fuel economy
Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill Capacities section of the Capacities and specifications chapter. The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty r...
Page 223 - Habits; Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.
5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometerstraveled. Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide...
Page 224 - Maintenance; Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.; Conditions; Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.; EPA window sticker
Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant Specifications. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended mainte...
Page 225 - EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM; Use only the specified fuel listed.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicableexhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter andother emission control components continue to work prope...
Page 226 - BULBS
Please consult your “Warranty Guide” for complete emission warrantyinformation. 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 EngineSoon” light is on, refer to ...
Page 227 - Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic) 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove bulb retainer ring byturning it counterclockwise, thenslide the ring off the plastic base. 5. Wi...
Page 229 - Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs; Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position.
Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the two screws andcarefully disengage parkinglamp/turn signal assembly from thevehicle. 4. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly. 5. Care...
Page 231 - Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs; To remove the lamp assembly:
Replacing brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs — F450/F550 only The brake/tail/backup lamp bulbsare located in the same portion ofthe tail lamp assembly. Follow thesame steps to replace either bulb: 1. Remove the four screws and thelamp lens from lamp assembly. 2. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the ...
Page 232 - Replacing roof marker bulbs; To change the cab marker bulbs:; Replacing license plate lamp bulbs; Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
Replacing roof marker bulbs To change the cab marker bulbs: 1. Remove the screw and lens fromthe lamp assembly. 2. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the socket and push in thenew bulb. 3. Install lens on lamp assembly withscrew. Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Remove the bulb socket fr...
Page 234 - Washing your vehicle; Cleaning the wiper blades; Underbody
Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty, use aquality car wash detergent. Alwaysuse a clean sponge, washing gloveor similar device and plenty of waterfor best results. To avoid spots,avoid w...
Page 235 - Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield.; Repairing paint chips
Avoid getting wax on the windshield, or on any surfaces which appearcoarse or bumpy. If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash, it isrecommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield asdescribed in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield. Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or pai...
Page 236 - use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause
Cleaning non-painted plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover ifnecessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents orpetroleum-based cleaners. Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Ifnecessa...
Page 237 - Cleaning the instrument panel; Cleaning the instrument cluster lens; Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.; Cleaning the interior fabric
Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driverfrom undesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or...
Page 238 - MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS; REFILL CAPACITIES; Capacities and specifications
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve EV-233 EV-233 Battery (Standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Battery (Optional) BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Spark plugs-platinum** AWSF-22W AWSF...
Page 241 - Rear axle
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Front axle(4X4) Motorcraft SAE75W-90Premium 4x4Front AxleLubricant XY-75W90-TQL WSP-M2C201-A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140 HighPerformanceSynthetic RearAxle Lube 1 F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A Motorcraft SAE80W...
Page 243 - ENGINE DATA
2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of thecorrect type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determinethe correct service inte...
Page 245 - Short wheel base
F350–except Crew Cab Dimension Body style ChassisCab RegularCab Super Cab4x2 Super Cab4x4 (1) Overallheight 1 972 mm(77.6 in) 1 860 mm(73.2 in) c,e 1 865 mm(73.4 in) a 1 861 mm(73.6 in) b 1 960 mm(77.2 in) (2) Track(Front / Rear) 1 736.3 mm(68.3 in) /1 879.6 mm(74.0 in) 1 736.3 mm(68.3 in) /1 729.3 ...
Page 246 - Dimension
F350-Crew Cab Dimension Body style Crew Cab 4x2 Crew Cab 4x4 (1) Overall height 1 929 mm (75.9 in) 2 038 mm (80.2 in) (2) Track(Front / Rear) 1 745 mm (68.7 in)/1 729 mm (68.1 in) a,b 1 736 mm (68.4 in)/1 729 mm (68.1 in) a,b (3) Overall width 1 988 mm (78.3 in) a,b 2 077 mm (79.0 in) a,b (4) Wheelb...
Page 250 - Customer assistance
Ford Extended Service Plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESPis an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Companyor Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (inCanada). ...
Page 251 - Away from home
If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service youare receiving, follow these steps: 1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at yourselling/servicing dealership. 2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the SalesManager or Service Manager at t...
Page 253 - The Dispute Settlement Board is:; What kinds of cases does the Board review?; a non-Ford dealership
replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated rights or other rights which are independent of theMagnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ...
Page 254 - Board membership; What the Board needs
Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warrantyhas expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibilityis dependent upon the customer’s possession of the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the uniquebrochures for Calif...
Page 255 - a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern; Oral presentations; To Request a DSB Brochure/Application
• a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford MotorCompany • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s) • a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Bo...
Page 256 - GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Centerat 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 481...
Page 257 - FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE; Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish*
The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may causeengine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford ofCanada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improperfuel. In the United States, ...
Page 260 - Protection and appearance equipment
Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks All weather vinyl floor mats Bed mat/bedliner tailgate covers Bed hooks Bed mats Bedliners Brush guard Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes and polishes Diamond plate bed rail caps Diamond plate front box protection Diamond plate splash guard...
Page 262 - ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE; To order the publications in this portfolio:; Obtaining a French owner’s guide
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio: Make checks payable to: HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detroit, Michigan 48207 For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST,for credit card holders only Obt...
Page 263 - Reporting safety defects
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in additionto notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar compl...
Page 264 - Index
A Accessory delay ..........................75 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ................101–102 and child safety seats ............103description ..............................102disposal ....................................106driver air bag ..........................104indicator light ....
Page 268 - Locks
Load limits .................................147 GAWR ......................................147GVWR ......................................147trailer towing ..........................147 Loading instructions .................149 Locks childproof ..................................76 Lubricant specific...
Page 270 - Windows
W Warning chimes .....................14–15 Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................197 Water, Driving through .............150 Windows power .........................................74 Windshield washer fluid andwipers checking and adding fluid .....197check...
Page 271 - Filling station information
Item Information Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity Refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Engine oil (includesfilter change) 5.7L (6.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specificationWSS-M2C153-H. Tire size a...
Page 272 - bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions thatrequire the MERCON t V type fluid. MERCON t and MERCON t V type fluids are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON t and MERCON t V. Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON t and MERCON t V) in an automatic...