Ford 2004 F-550 v.1- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answersto such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warningtriangle symbol. These comm...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with asnowplow, refer to the Driving chapter. Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges am...

Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off(PTO) capability Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with PTO. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Harley—Davidson instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.M...

damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoidheavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle servicedimmediately. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other v...

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately. Normalbraking is still functional unless the brake warning light also isilluminated. Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignitio...

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Standard instrument cluster Harley—Davidson instrumentcluster Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red sect...

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gauge (manualtransmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition isin the ON position. If the pointermoves a...

Transmission fluid temperature gauge (automatic transmissiononly): If the gauge is in the: White area (normal) - the transmission fluid is within thenormal operating temperature(between “H” and “C”). Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan b...

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next strong station down/up thefrequency band. 2. Tune: Press / to manually change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 1 2 3 4 AM/FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON 5 3 6 7 4 1 ...

4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until sound returns. 5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 6. Tone: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, Treble, Fadeappears on t...

4. Tape AMS: In tape mode, press and hold to activate AutomaticMusic Search (allows you to quicklylocate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to thenext selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape M...

11. Tune / Discs : In radio mode, press to move up or down thefrequency band in individualincrements. 12. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, selection or track. 13. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 14. CD : Press to enter CD...

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

3. Insert the loaded magazine into the CD changer with the arrowpointing toward the changer. To remove discs: 1. Slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazinewindow. The disc will partially eject. 2. Remove the disc. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. ...

• Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme hu...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theair flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea...

MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) With trip computer Without trip computer To turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust...

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb tobreak the next time the headlamps are operated. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing headlamp bul...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. Never ad...

Overdrive cancel (4–speed automatictransmission) (if equipped) To deactivate overdrive, press thetransmission control switch (TCS)located on the gearshift. The OFF indicator light will illuminate on thegearshift. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive.Press the transmission cont...

Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarketgarage door openers. To install your garage door opener: 1. Open the storage compartmentdoor. 2. Remove the storage clip and stowit away. 3. Place the Velcro 娂 strip onto the back of the ga...

When closing the moon roof, you should verify that it is free ofobstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to stop. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) The main mirror glass is heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog and activates when thevehicle is started. Note: The mirrors may be hot to the touch but will not burn. This isa normal condition. The mirror heating elements aredesigned to operate regardless...

HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM WITH TRAVELNOTE 姞 (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitterswith a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most cur...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 w...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the red indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the t...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment withcassette/CD holder • Coin holder • Pen holder • Writing surface Use only soft cups in thecupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. CELL PHONE USE The use...

The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position.Trip computer features are as follows: 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 diff...

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 function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under norma...

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...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to unlock all doors. Press control to lo...

Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the batterydown to ensure that the battery is...

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

• after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off ...

4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to ON. The horn will chirp. 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. Note: Pressing the...

Replacing the batteries The keyless entry keypad uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery(Service Part Number 3L2W-19G545–A). This replacement battery is onlyavailable through your authorized dealer. To replace the battery: 1. Use the largest flathead screwdriver that will insert into the slot ...

Replacing lost/damaged remote keyless entry keypad If a keyless entry keypad has been lost or damaged, or you would like tobuy an additional keyless entry keypad, you can either reprogram themyourself, or take all keyless entry keypads and remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for repr...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Full bench seat (if equipped) • ...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Your vehicle will only be equipped with one of the two controls shown. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. • Type A • Type B Press to raise or lower the rearportion...

• Type A Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. • Type B Press the control to move the seatforward or backward. Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn thelumbar suppor...

HEAD RESTRAINTS The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in theevent of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift thehead restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as closeto that position as possible. The head restraints can be moved...

2. Pull up on the lever located onthe side of the seat cushion torotate the cushion up until it locksinto a vertical storage position,gaining access to the grocery hooklocated on the underside of thedriver-side seat cushion (maximumload of 25 lbs). Returning the seat to seating position • Pull lever...

To gain access to the 60/40 loadfloor, store the cushion in theupright locked position. Pull up onthe straps located at the sides of theload floor, and rotate forward untilresting on the carpet. SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the l...

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...

The front outboard and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger andrear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modesdescribed below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free sho...

In the event of a collision, thecolored label (REPLACE BELT)may become visible. If this occurs, the safety belt must be replaced. Whenever the yellowportion of the label is visible, the safety belt must bereplaced. Failure to follow theseinstructions will affect the performance of the safety beltsan...

The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system (includingretractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicleis involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety beltpretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. Failu...

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugl...

Reasons given... Consider... “I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up. “Safety belts don’t work” 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”...

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing thefollowing procedure: Before following the procedure, ensure that the following cond...

• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enableBeltMinder if it is currently disabled. 7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety beltwarning light flashing four times per second for three seconds. 8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by: • T...

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to...

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

The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesupplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impactsensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the airbag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses...

Read all air bag Warning labels in the vehicle as well as the otherimportant air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owner’s Guide. NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada) 1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • the vehicle has no rear seat; • the ...

Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only) 1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear-facing infantseat; or • the infant has a medical condition which, according to ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by...

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder beltwill provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of se...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or tow...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to make...

The SuperCab rear seat has three straps behind the top of the seat backthat function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchorloops. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether ancho...

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

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. Forvehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, you must depre...

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

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to...

Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). Thissystem helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops bykeeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking;...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated until theparking brake is released. Pull the right side of the releaselever to release the parking brake;the release lever pulls at an angletoward the driver’s door. To preventthe pedal from releasing too quickly,plac...

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken whendriving a heavily loaded vehicle. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This ve...

(Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission controlswitch on the end of the gearshiftlever. This transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) will illuminate on theend of t...

1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows ...

Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)provides engine braking. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additionalengine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • The tran...

To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in theneutral position. 3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parkingbrake. 4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly r...

Maximum downshift speeds 1 6-speed transmission Shift from: Transfer case position (if equipped) 2 2H or 4H 4L D (Overdrive) - 4 72 km/h (45 mph) 26 km/h (16 mph) 4-3 56 km/h (35 mph) 19 km/h (12 mph) 3-2 32 km/h (20 mph) 13 km/h (8 mph) 2-1 8 km/h (5 mph) 3 km/h (2 mph) 1-LO Only shift to LO when a...

Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push therelease lever (located above theignition), then turn the key towardyou and remove the key. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is s...

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

The 4WD system: • provides 4x4 High engagement and disengagement while the vehicle ismoving. • is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel thatallows you select 2WD, 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation. • uses auto-manual hub locks that can be engaged and disengagedautomatically based ...

Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 2H (2WD High) Move the transfer case lever to 2H(2WD High) at a stop or anyforward speed up to 88 km/h (55mph). With the vehicle at complete stop,disengage the locking hubs(optional) by rotating the hub lockcontrol from LOCK to FREE. • For proper operation, make sure t...

4. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4H(4WD High) or 2H (2WD High). 5. If the transfer case will not disengage from 4L (4WD Low),drive the vehicle above 8 km/h (5mph), then repeat steps 1 through4. 6. If shifting to 2H (2WD High) with the vehicle at a complete stop,di...

4H (4WD High) – For winter and off-road conditions. Sends power to front and rear wheels. 4L (4WD Low) – For low-speed off-road applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water.Sends power to front and rear wheels. Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) ...

4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4LOW position. 5. Hold the shift conditions until theLOW RANGE indicator lightilluminates. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not illuminate within 15 seconds, drive the vehicle above 8km/h (5 mph), then repeat steps 1through 5 before reporting any shiftconcern...

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

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

Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by movingyour vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Eve...

When climbing a steep slope or hill,start in a lower gear rather thandownshifting to a lower gear from ahigher gear once the ascent hasstarted. This reduces strain on theengine and the possibility of stalling. If you do stall out, do not try toturn around because you might rollover. It is better to ...

Tires can be damaged during off-road use. For your safety, tires that aredamaged should not be used for highway driving because they are morelikely to blow out or fail. You should carefully observe the recommended tire inflation pressurefound on the safety compliance certification label attached to ...

Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increaseyour repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilitiesand adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection ofvehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected toheavy off-...

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

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. 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 ...

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailerdealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the lo...

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

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

ALL REAR WHEEL DRIVE (RWD) VEHICLES This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilities with rear wheeldrive capability. An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind amotorhome. The following recreational towing guidelines are designed toensure that your transmission is not da...

• The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity (TARC) is shown on the lowerright side of the vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. This applies toFord-completed vehicles of 10,000 lb. GVWR or less. This is theweight of permanently-attached auxiliary equipment, such assnowplow frame-mounting hardware, that c...

Snowplowing with your air bag-equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passenger air bagSupplemental Restraint System (SRS) The SRS is designed to activate incertain frontal and offset frontal collisions when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal deceleration. Careless or hi...

• If the vehicle is stuck, shift the transmission in a steady motionbetween forward and reverse gears. Do not rock the vehicle for morethan a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged orthe engine can overheat. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature....

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...

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, by the kickpanel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds and...

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 ...

• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. 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 ori...

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

3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from thestowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground. When one of the rear wheels is of...

The following steps apply to F350 Chassis Cab F450/F550 only: 12. Slide the notched end of thejack handle over the release valveand use the handle to slide the jackunder the vehicle. Make sure thevalve is closed by turning itclockwise. 13. Position the jack according tothe following guides: • Front ...

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. Note: Do not stow Harley-Davidson flat tire and wheel using the sparetire winch...

4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properlytightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will notmove. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow thespare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire. 5. Repeat this ti...

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

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

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

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 of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheelson the ground and the rear wheels ...

An alternative for towing a 4x4 vehicle (with gasoline engine only) with a manual 4WD system is to: • put the transfer case in neutral, then put the 4WD shift lever in N(Neutral). • unlock the front hub locks (refer to Four wheel drive [4WD] Operation [if equipped] in the Driving chapter). • lift th...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall requested information is received by the Board. Since the Boardgenerally meets once a month, it may take longer for the Board toconsider some cases. After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and aform on...

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fas...

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

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash ...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do n...

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THEKING RANCH F–250 AND F–350 CREWCAB) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. For King Ranch F-250 and F-350 CrewCab leather seats, refer toseparate section in this chapter. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft D...

Scratches In order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wearmarks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the sameinstructions as in the Conditioning section. Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the KingRanch Saddle Shop. Visit the Web...

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

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleane...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3. Brake fluid r...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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

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

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

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

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...

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (VC-7–B in Oregon), meeting FordSpecification WSS-M97B51–A1. Not...

1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pres...

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–34° F]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • ...

5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do n...

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

If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine. • Your “Service Engine Soon” indicator may come on. For moreinformation on the “Service Engine Soon” indicator, refer t...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles)...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guidefor the service interval schedules. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specificationESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid co...

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

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

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

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

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers . Note: Do not start your engine with the air cle...

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

6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges orother irregularities. Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies ...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) • DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatfront and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side, with therear tires maintaining originalvehicle ...

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a reputable repair facility to check for and correct any wheel misalignment,tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Tire wear Measure a...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If you vehicle is stuck in snow, ...

The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chipaluminum wheels. ...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Front axle Hypoid Gear OilSAE 90 F-250/350(Dana 60 axle) 2.7L (5.8 pints) F-350/450/550(Dana 60 axle) 2.7L (5.8 pints) Rear axle 1,2 Motorcraft SAE75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant F-250 /350(10.50 inchaxle) 3.3L (6.9 pints) Motorcraft SA...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Spindle bearing HighTemperature4X4 Front Axleand WheelBearing Grease E8TZ-19590–A ESA-M1C198–A Front axle(4X4) Hypoid Gear OilSAE 90 C6AZ-19580–E ESW-M2C105–A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-140 HighPerformanceSyn...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP(US)CXO-5W20–LSP12(Canada) WSS-M2C153-Hand APICertificationMark Hinges, latches,striker plates,fuel fille...

ENGINE DATA Engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches 330 415 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-0.056 inch) 1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-0.056 inch) Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1 ...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehi...

Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells youwhich transmission or transaxle each code represents. Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transm...

Passenger car application: Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle R 5–speed overdrive (MTX75) W 5–speed overdrive (M5) Front wheel drive automatic transaxle E 4–speed overdrive (4FE) J 3–speed (Mazda) L 4–speed overdrive (AX4S) P 4–speed overdrive (4F20E) X 4–spee...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding acce...

A Accessory delay ..........................56 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................................104 and child safety seats ............106description ..............................104disposal ....................................108driver air bag .............................

recommendations ...................237refill capacities ........................278specifications ..................281, 284 Exhaust fumes ..........................128 F Fail safe cooling ........................244Fluid capacities .........................278Foglamps .................................