Ford 2002 F-550 v.2- User Manual

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephonewithout exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you sho...

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...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatur...

engaged. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate asdescribed, seek service immediately. Illumination after the parking brakeis released indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunctionand the brake system should be serviced immediately by a qualifiedtechnician. Refer to Br...

Check air suspension (if equipped) Illuminates momentarily when theignition is turned to the ON positionand the engine is OFF. The lightalso illuminates when the airsuspension switch is turned OFF or the air suspension system requiresservicing. For information, refer to Air suspension system in the ...

High beams Illuminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on. Door ajar Illuminates when any door is open(or not fully closed). Four wheel drive low (if equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is is engaged. If the lightcontinues to flash have the systemserviced. Four wheel drive indicato...

Parking brake ON warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and thevehicle is driven more than 5 Km (3 mph). GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area...

Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure. Atnormal operating temperature, theneedle will be in the normal range(the area between the “L” and “H”);if the needle goes below the normalrange, stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible and switch off theengine immediately. Check the oillev...

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. snowplowing, towingor off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenance guide forinstructions. Operating thetransmission f...

Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. Press andrelease the reset button (thisrepresents the trip mode). Pressand hold the button for threeseconds to reset. ...

AM/FM STEREO Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This featureenables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutesafter the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn th...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Press the TONE control once, thenuse the volume knob to adjust thedesired level. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Press the T...

Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio mode. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency ...

Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle betweenlistening frequencies and clockmode. To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control until CLOCK SETappears in the display and press theSEEK control: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control until CLOCK ...

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...

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. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosy...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequenc...

AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press theAM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control toselect from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. Radi...

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 to skip to the nextselection. To activate the feature, momentarilydepress the TAPE A...

Turn 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. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem...

Seek function in CD mode • Press to seek to the previous track of the disc. If a selectionhas been playing for threeseconds or more and youpress , the CD will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the disc. After the last track has been completed, the...

AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to s...

Press the EJ control to stop andeject a CD. Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby t noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss andstatic during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby t noise reduction. Dolby t noise reduction is...

Seek function The seek function works in radio or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. SEEK DOWNwill display. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. SEEK UP will display. Seek function in CD mode • Press ...

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 radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six...

Tune adjust for CD mode • Press to select the previous disc. (Play will begin on the firsttrack of the disc unless shufflemode is engaged.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control tocontinue reversing through the discs. • Press to select the next disc. Hold the control to fas...

Display description Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CDslots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot(1–6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty,there is no CD in that particular slot. Rewind The rewind...

Load the CD into the player. LOADING CD# is displayed. When the CDhas been loaded, the door will close and the CD will begin to play. Forexample, to load a CD into slot 2, press the LOAD control and then presspreset 2. Auto load This feature allows you to autoloadup to 6 discs into the multi disc CD...

Shuffle feature Press the SHUF control until thedesired shuffle mode is displayed.The audio system will then engagethe desired shuffle mode. When engaged, the shuffle feature has two different modes: SHUFFLEDISC and SHUFFLE TRK. SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in thea...

When in CD mode, you can access: SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTESor COMP ON/OFF. SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES— Allows you to adjust the hoursand minutes. Refer to Setting the clock. TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can be programmed as localor distant. Refer to Traffic announcements. RDS ON/OFF— Th...

This feature also allows you to control the volume of trafficannouncements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust thevolume using the volume control to the desired level. The volume levelwill show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting trafficannouncements will be at the selected volume le...

With RDS activated, press theMENU control until SHOW isdisplayed. Use the SEL control to select TYPE(displays the RDS program type:rock, jazz, etc), NAME (displays the name of the radio station) or NONE(deactivates the RDS display). Mute mode Press the control to mute theplaying media. Press the con...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature. Mode selector control Controls the ...

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 conditioning compressor can operate in all modes exceptand . However, the air conditioning will only function if the ou...

between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed throughthe floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to theinstrument panel registers. • (Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperaturebecause t...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the he...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in the and position and the high beams are notturned on. Pull headlamp control towards youto turn foglamps on. The foglampindicator light will illuminate if the...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full up position (pastdetent/dome defeat) to turn on...

6. Remove the four screws and theheadlamp retaining ring fromheadlamp. 7. Disconnect the electricalconnector and remove headlamp. To install the new headlamp, reverse the removal procedure. Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3...

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 ...

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...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upwardfor fast intervals and downward forslow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the st...

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 fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the visor mirror lamps,lift the mirror cover open. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compart...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: • Remove the storage clip from thedoor. • Place Velcro hook onto side ofaftermarket transmitter oppositeof actuator control. • Place the transmitter into...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage notcovered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is locatedon the instrument panel. Do not plug optional...

One touch down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain to stop window operation. One touch down can be deactivatedduring operation by pushing downon the top part of the driver powerwindow control. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock fea...

2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 4. Adjust spotter mirrors (if equipped) manually. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space,like an automatic car wash. The teles...

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET ACCEL. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h ...

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 Driver Controls 76

To return to a previously set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle speed must beat or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Itturns off when the speed contro...

The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending onyour vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same.The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position.Trip computer features follow: Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to cha...

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 ...

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 compassaccuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibrationof the compass. Compass zon...

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

KEYS The key operates all locks on yourvehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a secondkey with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock y Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS ...

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...

Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lostand you would like to remove itfrom the vehicle’s memory, or youwould like to purchase additionalremote transmitters and have themprogrammed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer forprogramming, or • Pe...

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if theignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitterlock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination. The domelamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entr...

6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm theprocedure is complete. SECURILOCK Y PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT S...

Certain items may cause vehiclestarting issues: • large metallic objects • electronic devices on the keychain that can be used topurchase gasoline or similar items • a second key on the same keyring as the coded key If any of these items are present,you need to keep these objects fromtouching the co...

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...

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...

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. Press 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...

Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. FOLDING UP THE REAR SEATS(IF EQUIPPED — SUPERCAB ONLY) The rear seatback has a split 60/40 seat. Each seat cushion can be...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehi...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old andunder should be properly restrained in the rear seat wheneverpossible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety S...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assembliesand attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during acollision should also be inspected and replaced if either damag...

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...

Safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront outboard passenger seating positions. The Seat Integrated Restraints (SIR) seat is equipped with a bucklepretensioner. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this couldinterfere wit...

• Regular Cab and 4–door CrewCab • 4–door Super Cab (if equipped) Seating and Safety Restraints 103

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 safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the ...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable Any time the safety belt is buc...

• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for threeseconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enableBeltMinder if it is currently disabled. 7. C...

Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehiclesinvolved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minorand a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safetybelt assemblies not in...

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...

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

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

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

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

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 will brieflyilluminate when the ignition isturned to On. This indicates that thepassenger air bag is operational. If the OFF light ...

The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an airbag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threateninginjuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose apotentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seatoccupant is...

• makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crashgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag andallowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard orwindshield in a crash. This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and/or right fro...

• makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deploymentgreater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag andexperiencing a crash without the protection offered by the air bag This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and/or right front passenger. These...

Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by yourchild safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions th...

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 child may be injured in a ...

Tether anchorage hardware kits (part number 613D74) includinginstructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Ford orLincoln/Mercury dealer. If you have a Super Cab or Crew Cab, Ford recommends you attachtether safety seats in the rear seating position (if possible) with thetether strap attached ...

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

• Front seats (Regular Cab) andRear seats (Crew Cab only) If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seatmay not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 6. Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this ch...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal.3. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking ...

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than norm...

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, pressthe accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key toSTART position. 4. When...

• the sound of the exhaust system changes • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision 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 additio...

A clicking noise and slight pedal pulsation during RABS braking eventsindicates the RABS is functioning. Pedal pulsation coupled with clickingnoise while braking under panic conditions on loose gravel, wet or snowyroads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle’s RABS. Ifthe vehicle ...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released....

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

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in asteady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. Thetransmission and tires may be damaged or the e...

R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R(Reverse), the vehicle will movebackward. Always come to acomplete stop before shifting intoand out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N(Neutral), the vehicle can be startedand is free to roll. Hold the brakepedal down while in this gear....

Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automaticallyreturn to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press thetransmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving inoverdrive is not desired. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to star...

• Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not usethe clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.These actions will greatly reduce clutch life. Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combi...

2. Set parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 4. Turn the ignition key to position3 (OFF). 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 ...

With the 6–speed transmission youcan shift into R (Reverse) bymoving the gearshift to the extremeleft from N (Neutral). Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition key to position2. • Push the release lever forwardand rotate the key towards youand remove. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The ...

The reverse sensing system isautomatically enabled when the gearselector is placed in R (Reverse)and the ignition is ON. A reversesensing control allows the driver todisable the reverse sensing system only when the ignition is ON, and thegear selector is in R (Reverse). The OFF indicator remains ill...

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). 5. If the transfer case will not engage into 4L (4WD Low), drivethe vehicle above 8 km/h (5 mph),then rep...

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...

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...

4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4HIGH (4WD High) or 2WD (2WDHigh) position. 5. Hold the shift conditions until theLOW RANGE indicator light shutsoff. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not shut off within 15 seconds, drive the vehicle above8 km/h (5 mph), then repeat steps 1through 5 before r...

• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery byloose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of th...

brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed arecalled for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking. Use allavailable road surface to return the vehicle to a safe direction oftravel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do notattempt any sha...

Water intrusion into the transmission may damage thetransmission. 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...

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 ...

Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction onsnow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when startingfrom a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD vehicle may acceleratebetter than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop anyfaster...

If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford, it mayadversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension,axle or transfer case failure. Do not use”aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels. Th...

whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For thisreason, Ford strongly recommends that you do not make modificationssuch as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or byusing replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifica...

• Maximum Trailer Weight: Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including occupants and cargo) is permitted to tow. It isdetermined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towingvehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. • Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight range that the tr...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than u...

F-450 Crew Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel 4x2 w/manual transmission (fifth wheel towing) Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L 4.88/5.38 9 979 (22 000) 6 396 (14 100) F-450 Crew Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel 4x4 w/automatic transmission (fifth wheel towin...

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% of thetotal weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowin...

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

Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, makewider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The tra...

• Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph). • Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles). If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) mustbe exceeded, you must disconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends thedriveshaft be removed/installed only by a qua...

The weight of the vehicle with occupants must never exceed the Frontand Rear GAWR or the GVWR. The TARC is the weight of the permanently attached equipment that canbe added to the vehicle without violating the vehicle’s Safety ComplianceCertification. This includes the snowplow mounting hardware but...

• The weight of the snowplow and supporting components distributed tothe front axle must not exceed the front accessory reserve capacity. • The total weight of the snowplow and aftermarket equipment mustnot exceed the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity. • The weight of the installed snowplow and after...

Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results insufficient vehicle decelerations can deploy the air bag. Such driving alsoincreases the risk of accidents. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) i...

4WD operation while plowing • Shift transfer case to 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) when plowing in smallareas at speeds below 8 km/h (5 mph). • Shift transfer case to 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) when plowing larger areasor light snow at higher speeds. Do not exceed 24 km/h (15 mph). • Do not shift the transmission from...

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

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s foot well,by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to resetthe fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFFposition. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, resetthe fuel pump shut-off switch b...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 211 — Not used 212 — Not used 301 — Front blower motor relay 302 — Powertrain (EEC) relay 303 — Injector driver module relay (Diesel only) 304 — Heated backlite relay 305 — Trailer tow battery charge relay 306 — Delayed...

Tool Location Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward of the rearbumper Jack Regular cab, crew cab and SuperCab withoutrear bench seat: Fastened to floor pan behindrearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab with rear bench seat: Under rearbench on passenger side Jack handle an...

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 moving andyou will feel forward resistance toturning when proper...

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 jack handleincreases significantly and the sparetire carrier ratchets when the tire is...

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). ...

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 204

• Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into thenotched area next to the differentialhousing. • Rear Roadside Emergencies 205

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

The following steps apply to all vehicles: 19. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. 20. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the spare tire if the vehicle is equipped with a spare tirecarrier. 21. Stow the jack, jack handle andlug wrench. Make sure the jack issecurely fas...

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability; also, thecatalytic converter may become damaged. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result...

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

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

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...

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheelson the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift or aslin...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the Ford dealerwhere your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed.However, you may also take your vehicle to another Ford ...

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action un...

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

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

You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Board review. Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requireme...

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

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Busi...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR VEHICLE Never wash a vehicle that is “hot tothe touch” or during exposure tostrong, direct sunlight. It isrecommended that you wash yourvehicle regularly with cool orlukewarm water and a neutral Phshampoo, such as Detail Wash(ZC-3–A), which is available fromyour authoriz...

REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired usingthe Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (F7AZ-19K507–BA), which isav...

• Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to theengine block or engine components may occur. • Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximumpressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid couldpenetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Never apply anythi...

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

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

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 until the liftcylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer t...

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...

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

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

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

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...

6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is ...

• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 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 ...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approvedrecycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coola...

necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem may have a leak. Operating...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in thewinter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabo...

If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the enginewill automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabledcylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air co...

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...

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

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

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

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight...

Soon” light is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light on. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board d...

1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt and waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Remove cap and rubberdiaphragm from reservoir. 3. Add fluid until the level reachesthe step in the reservoir. 4. Reinstall rubber diaphragm andcap onto reservoir. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic t...

3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gearranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clea...

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

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

Changing the air filter element (gasoline engines only) 1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter element in place. 2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the open end of the air filterhousing. 4. Install a new air filter element, ens...

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

Tire inflation information The F450 and F550 vehicles are equipped with a tire that is an all-steelradial. All-steel radial tires utilize steel cords in the sidewalls, and alsorequire increased inflation pressures of up to 95 psi. As such, theycannot be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire se...

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

• 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...

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...

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** AGSF-22W AGSF...

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

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid andclutch fluid (ifequipped) Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) VC-4–A (inCanada,MotorcraftCXC-10) ESE-M97B44-A M...

Dimension Body style Chassis Cab— RegularCab ChassisCab —Super Cab RegularCab StyleSide Super CabStyle Side (2a) FrontTrack 1 745 mm(68.7 in) a,b / 1 736 mm(68.4 in) c,d 1 745 mm(68.7 in) a,b / 1 736 mm(68.4 in) c,d 1 745 mm(68.7 in) a,b / 1 736 mm(68.4 in) c,d 1 745 mm(68.7 in) a,b / 1 736 mm(68.4 ...

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

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford ofCanada dealer. These quality accessories have been specificallyengineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom desi...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................133 Accessory delay ..........................71 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................109–110 and child safety seats ............111description ..............................110disposal ....................................113dri...

sand .........................................156snow and ice ...........................158through water .................156, 161 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................211 Emission control system ..........258 Engine ........................................281 check engin...

replacing bulbs ...................59–65 Lane change indicator(see Turn signal) ........................58 Lights, warning and indicator ....10 air bag ........................................12anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 134brake ..........................................11charging system .........

R Radio ..........................19, 23, 29, 38 Radio reception ...........................50 Relays ........................................194 Remote entry system ...........85, 87 illuminated entry ......................88locking/unlocking doors .....84, 86panic alarm ..............................