Ford 2010 F-250 - Manual

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

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...

DATA RECORDING Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, st...

Vehicle Modification Data Recording Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmissiondamage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped wit...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Automatic transmission cluster shown, manual similar Harley-Davidson vehicles 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 vehicl...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, orby applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the onp...

Four wheel drive low (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Speed control (if equipped): Illu...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Standard instrument cluster Harley-Davidson instrumentcluster Instrument Cluster 21 2010 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)

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 section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scalemay damage the engine. Standard instrument cluster Harley-Davidson instrumentcluster Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should s...

Altering the severity of the operating conditions is recommended tolower the transmission temperature into the normal range. Red area– the transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle toallow the temperature to return tonormal range. If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop t...

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fueleconomy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery isdisconnected. XX.X ...

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or 12 months) perform thefollowing: 1. Press and release the setup button to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLDRESET = NEW”. 2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for two seconds and releaseto reset the...

HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button to select SYSTEM CHECKwhen HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK is displayed in the messagecenter. For each of the monitored systems, the message center willindicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds.Pressing the SELEC...

ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final 30 seconds of a countdown to where theengine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engineshutdown is a (regulatory) requirement which may be required of aparticular diesel vehicle for sale in s...

CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle has entered the cleaning mode. Various engine actionswill raise the exhaust temperature in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)system to burn off the particles (exhaust soot). After the particles areburned off, the exhaust temp...

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle’s message center is capable of monitoring many vehiclesystems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and variousconditions with an informational message followed by a long indicatorchime. The message center display is located in the instru...

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fueleconomy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery isdisconnected. XX.X ...

System check and vehicle feature customization Press the SETUP button repeatedlyto cycle the message center throughthe following features: Note: When returning to the SETUP menu and a non-English language has been selected, HOLD RESET FOR ENGLISH will be displayed tochange back to English. Press and...

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or 12 months) perform thefollowing: 1. Press and release the SETUP button to display “OIL LIFE XXX%HOLD RESET = NEW”. 2. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds and release to resetthe oil ...

8. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) untilthe CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to CALIBRATIONCOMPLETED. It will take up to five circles to complete calibration. 9. The compass is now calibrated. Note: If the RESET button is pressed or three minutes has expired...

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo system (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is t...

FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louderwith increasing vehicle speed to compensate ...

5. SEEK: In radio mode, press / to access the previous/next strong station. In CD/MP3 mode, press / to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), pr...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORYMODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in theselected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radiosubs...

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the display will read SONG DELETED. If you...

6. / OK (Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD/MP3mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing,press to pause or play the current CD. The CD status will display in theradio display. OK: Use in various menu selections. If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES)please refer to the...

17. LOAD: To load a disc into the system, press LOAD. Select a slotnumber using memory presets 1–6.When the display reads LOAD CD#,load the desired disc, label side up.If you do not choose a slot within five seconds, the system will choosefor you. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play. To ...

Your vehicle may be equipped withan Auxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack, located on theinstrument panel below the powerpoint, provides a way to connectyour portable music player to thein-vehicle audio system. This allowsthe audio from a portable musicplayer to be played through theve...

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port located on the instrumentpanel. This feature allows you toplug in media playing devices,memory sticks, and also to chargedevices if they support this feature.For further information on thisfeature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC 威 s...

• Wipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and...

MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structureas follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode(system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on trackand folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in th...

Satellite radio information (if equipped) Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. Formore information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels,visit www.sirius.com in the United States, w...

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is th...

3. Press the power button on theDVD player, then press Play to begin to play the disc. If a DVD is already loaded into thesystem, press PLAY on the DVDplayer. Note: If sound can be heard, but no video is present, press VIDEO to select the video source (DVD or aux-inputs). Note: If your vehicle is eq...

2. Press the power button to turnthe DVD system on. The indicatorlight next to the power button willilluminate. 3. Connect an auxiliary audio/videosource by connecting RCA cords(not included) to the RCA jacks onthe left hand side of the system. • Yellow (1) — video input • White (2) — left channel a...

• If your vehicle is equipped with a radio: a. Press the headphone/speaker ( / ) button on the remote control or DVD system. Press again to return to single play mode. b. Press the 2 and 4 memory presets on the radio at the same time. Press again to return to single play mode. A green light will ill...

To adjust display brightness: To decrease/increase the brightnesslevel on the display screen, pressthe brightness control on the DVDsystem. A display will appear at thebottom of the screen indicating thebrightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menuis not displayed. DVD play...

15. ENTER: Press to select/confirm the current selection. 16. Cursor /Brightness controls: Use the cursor controls to makevarious selections when in anymenu. When not in a menu, and inDVD mode, press / to adjust the brightness. A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screenindicating the brig...

3. DISPLAY: Press to access the on-screen display of the FES functions and adjustments. 4. RETURN: Press to return to the previous menu screen. 5. ANGLE (DVD dependent): Press to select the angle to view the scene. 6. Channel A/B: Press to select either A or B headphones and then use the MEDIA contr...

18. Fast reverse/Previous: When a DVD is playing, press and hold for a quick reverse within the DVD. Press and release for the previouschapter. Press PLAY to resume normal playback speed and volume.In CD/MP3 mode, press to access the previous track. 19. MENU: Press to access the DVD disc menu for se...

Headphones Wireless headphones WARNING: The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing audible warnings such as horns or emergency sirens,which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your fullattention to drivi...

Wired headphones WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may becomeentangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. WARNING: The driver should never use ...

Press the Headphone Control buttonA to change the audio source forChannel A. Press MEDIA to change the audiosource for Channel A. Thisinformation will display on the DVDsystem screen. Press the Headphone Control buttonB to change the audio source forChannel B. Press MEDIA to change the audio source ...

Audio displays Your DVD system interacts closely with the front audio system. Statusmessages will appear in the radio display showing the DVD status. Somepossible radio display messages: • SINGLE PLAY or DUAL PLAY • DVD LOAD • DVD MENU • DVD STOP Audio interaction You can then also use the front aud...

LOCKED (disabled): The FES buttons are locked and all FES button presses are ignored by the radio and the FES except for load and eject. When the DVD system is ON, youcan then press the memory presetcontrols 2 and 4 simultaneously totoggle between Single Play and Dual Play. In Single Play mode, alls...

Safety information WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their ve...

cables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operationof seats and/or compartments. Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and/or cableswhen not in use. Avoid touching auxiliary input jacks with your fingers. Do not blow onthem or allow them to get wet or dirty. Do ...

• When a disc is inserted into the FES while in Headphone Only Mode,both headphone channels (A and B) will be connected to FES-DISC. NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information. SYNC 姞 (IF EQ...

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...

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in the middle of the instrument panel. MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS(IF EQUIPPED) • Manual he...

• DATC with heated seats and heated mirrors Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Units (English/Metric) under either Standard Message Center or Optional Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter In order to achieve maximum cooling performance, press , A/C, ,...

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 thesystem off, or with recirculated air engaged and A/C off. • Do not put objects under the front seats that...

In (panel) or (panel/floor) modes: 1. Move temperature control to full cold. 2. Select A/C and (recirculated air). Use recirculated air with A/C to provide colder airflow. 3. Set highest fan speed initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: ...

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...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableilluminated switches in the vehicleduring headlamp and parklampoperation. Move the control to the full uprightposition, past detent, to turn on theinterior lamps. Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharg...

Vertical and horizontal aim adjustment (sealed beam headlamps) The headlamps on your vehicle are intended to be aimed usingmechanical aimers. If mechanical aimers are used and the cross-car sightline is in any way blocked, set the legs of the universal adaptor all to thesame setting, such that the c...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster (2)for each headlamp. Adjust the aimby turning the adjuster controleither clockwise (to adjust up) orcounterclockwise (to adjust down). 6. In addition to the horizontal linemarked in step 2, a pair of verticallines (5) must be marked at thecenter line of the headlamps...

• (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from thecenter of your headlamp (indicatedby a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) tothe ground and mark an 8 foot(2.4 meter) horizontal reference lineon the vertical wall or screen at thisheight (a piece of masking tapeworks well). 3. Turn on the low bea...

MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) The dome lamp turns on when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isoff. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vente...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically ...

TILT STEERING WHEEL 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering up or downuntil you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering column when the vehicl...

Center console/under-seat storage-Cabela’s Edition (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a lockable compartment in the centerconsole and a lockable storage area under the rear seats. Center console storage Use the vehicle’s ignition key tolock/unlock the compartment. Under-seat storage Fli...

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or b...

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. If your vehicle is equipped with apower rear slide window, the switchis located on the instrument panelbehind the right-hand ...

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harshabrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system (RCS), a video image will display in the mirror or the navigation system (if equipped) whenthe vehicle is put in (R) Reverse. As you s...

• To telescope the mirrors inboard, press and hold the right side of thepower telescope switch until the mirrors reach their desired position. Memory mirrors (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the outside rearview mirrors.For more information on this feature, refer to Memory s...

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedaltoward you or away from you. WARNING: Never adjust th...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previouslyset speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased...

In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press SEEK to select preset stations within theselected radio band or press andhold to select the next/previousradio frequency. In Satellite radio mode (ifequipped): • Press SEEK to advance through preset channels or subscribed channels. In CD mode: • Press SEEK to select ...

SYNC 威 system hands free control feature (if equipped) Press VOICE briefly until thevoice icon appears on the display to use the voice command feature.You will hear a tone and LISTENINGwill appear in the radio display.Press and hold VOICE to exit voicecommand. Press to activate phone mode or answer ...

detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meetcurrent U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contactHomeLink 威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. ne...

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit). 5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmi...

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with atailgate lock designed to helpprevent theft 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 allow more room for loading....

2. Open the latches to release thepanels. 3. Rotate the panels toward thetailgate. Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other side of the bed extender. 4. Connect the two panels, then rotate both knobs a quarter-turnclockwise to secure the panels. Driver Controls 146 2010 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 1...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency. If your vehicle is equipped with the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft system, your keys are electronically coded to your vehicle; using anon-coded key w...

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one timeto confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 6. To enable/disable the autolock feature, press the unlock control, thenpress the lock control. The horn will chirp once if autolock wasdeactivated or twice (one sho...

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors withouta key. • lock all the vehicle doors withouta key. • activate the personal alarm. If there are problems with theremote entry system, make sure totake ALL remote entry transmitters with you to yo...

2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parking lamps will illuminate once more. If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quickchirps and the park...

Deactivating the memory feature To deactivate this feature: 1. Press and hold either memory 1 button or memory 2 button for fiveseconds. A tone will be heard after 1 1 ⁄ 2 seconds when the memory store is done, continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 2. Within three seconds...

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entrytransmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for rep...

4. To associate the entry code with a memory setting, enter a sixth digitto indicate which driver should be set in a memory recalled by thepersonal entry code: • Pressing 1 • 2 recalls Driver 1 settings. • Pressing 3 • 4 recalls Driver 2 settings. • Pressing other keypad buttons or not pressing a ke...

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of eachother. The interior lamps will illuminate after entering a valid keypadentry code. To unlock all doors, pr...

If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle’s engineand the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat Steps 1through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealerto have the new spare key(s) programmed. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) ...

Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the bar to move the seatforward or rearward. Make surethat the seat is relatched intoplace. • To recline the seatback, pull therelease lever handle located onthe side of the seat up. • Push down the lever (ifequipped) located at the bottomof the seatback to quick...

Press front to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseat ...

Heated seats (if equipped) The heated seat control is located on the climate control panel. WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physicalconditions, must exercise...

To recall a memory position: • Press and release either memory 1 button or memory 2 button. A position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not in the on position. • only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is in the on position. A memory seat position may be progra...

Push control to lower head restraint. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in itsproper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraintwhil...

To flip the seat cushion up, pull up on the lever located on the sideof the seat cushion to rotate thecushion up until it locks into avertical storage position, gainingaccess to the grocery hook locatedon the underside of the driver-sideseat cushion. The maximum load is25 lb. (11 kg). Returning the ...

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belton the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under thearm. 2) Never swing the safety belt aro...

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Vehicle sensitive mode Combination lap and shoulder belts in normal retractor mode allow freeshoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking inresponse to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessud...

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

Front safety belt height adjustment The front outboard seating positions are equipped with safety belt heightadjusters. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middleof your shoulder. WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the mid...

1. To lengthen the lap belt, pullsome webbing out of the shoulderbelt retractor. 2. While holding the webbing belowthe tongue, grasp the tip (metalportion) of the tongue so that it isparallel to the webbing and slide thetongue upward. 3. Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach th...

Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. • 1st row center seating position on SuperCab and Crew Cab The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest t...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even for gooddrivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely toDIE. Safety be...

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

Children and airbags For additional important safety information, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. WARNING: An infant in a rear-facing seat faces a ...

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

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

2. Child age 12 or under: A child age 12 or under must ride in the front seat because: • my vehicle has no rear seat; • although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat wheneverpossible, children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimesride in the front seat because rear seat space i...

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

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Note: This vehicle is not equipped with LATCH lower anchors. RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Sa...

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’sinstructions and warnings provided for install...

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and yourpediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child andproperly installed in the veh...

Installing child safety seats with automatic locking modecombination lap and shoulder belts(front passenger and rear outboard seating positions) Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seatingposition wheneve...

Tether strap attachment 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe head restraint and between the head restraint posts, other wise routethe tether strap over the top of the seatback. If the top ...

Child booster seats The belt-positioning booster (booster seat) is used to improve the fit ofthe vehicle safety belt. Children outgrow a typical child seat (e.g.,convertible or toddler seat) when they weigh about 40 lb (18 kg) and arearound four (4) years of age. Consult your child safety seat owner...

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

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

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems (if equipped) A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability touse all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which mayenable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that aconventional two-wheel drive vehicle ...

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

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

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rollingresistance, resulting in heat build...

Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. As such, theycannot be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire service, includingadjusting tire pressure, must be performed by personnel trained,supervised and eq...

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

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

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

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

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

• DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatthe front and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side. We do notrecommend splitting up the dualrear wheels. Rotate them side toside as a set/pair. After tire rotation,inflation pressures must b...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h)...

11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. Treadwear, Traction and Tempe...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

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

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the damaged road wheel andre-mount it on the vehicle to restoresystem functionality. For adescription of how the systemfunctions under these condit...

TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tirerotation on vehicles that require different recommended tirepressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle – refer to the Safety Compliance ...

8. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the right rear tire.Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. 9. Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left rear tire.Decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. Training is complete after the horn sounds for the last tire trained(...

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against yourvehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, removethe chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not uset...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

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

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

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

TRAILER TOWING Note: The trailer towing charts in this section apply to vehicles equipped with gasoline engines; for vehicles equipped with diesel engines, refer toyour Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement. Your vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer or fifth ...

Maximum GCWR - lb. (kg.) Engine Rear axle ratio Manual transmission Automatic transmission F–250 Pick-up 5.4L 3.73 15000 (6804) 16000 (7257) 4.10 17000 (7711) 18000 (8165) 6.8L 4.10 20000 (9072) 21000 (9525) 4.30 22000 (9979) 22500 (10206) F–350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) Pick-up 5.4L 3.73 15000 (6804)...

Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on this vehicle enhances collision protection for the fuel system. DO NOT REMOVE! Do not mount a ball hitch (sometimes referred to as a trailer ball hitchor trailer ball) to the bumper or use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’sbumper o...

WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. Weight distributing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowing proc...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federalregulations. WARNING: If you own a trailer with a hydraulic brake system, do not connect the...

The trailer brake controller (TBC) is designed to display three items ofinformation in the instrument cluster message center. These are: gainsetting, output bar graph, and trailer connectivity status. They willappear as follows in the message center. • TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER : The instrument clu...

The GAIN should be set to provide the maximum trailer brakingassistance while ensuring the trailer wheels do not lock when braking.Locked trailer wheels may lead to trailer instability. Note: This should only be performed in a traffic free environment at speeds of approximately 20–25 mph (30–40 km/h...

to the trailer wiring; consult your trailer dealer for assistance. This canbe a short to ground (i.e., chaffed wire) or a short to voltage (i.e., pulledpin on trailer emergency break-away battery) or trailer brakes drawingtoo much current. Note: Your TBC can be diagnosed by your authorized dealer to...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Do not drive faster than 70 mph (113 km/h) during the first 500 miles(800 km) of trailer towing and don’t make full-throttle starts. • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • C...

Backing up • Practice backing up, particularly if you are a novice. Turn the steeringwheel to the right to move the trailer’s rear end to the right. • Sharp steering movements may cause the trailer to jackknife or go outof control. Tires • All trailer tires should be of the same size, and constructi...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational (RV) towing.An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behinda motorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged. Note: Put your climate control system in recircu...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the steering wheeland allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. This position also unlocksthe steering wheel. 3. On— all elect...

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. Ifthe engine idle speed does not slow down automatica...

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is productcertified by Underwriter’s laboratory (UL ) or Canadian StandardsAssociation (CSA). Use only an extension cord that can be usedoutdoors, ...

of power per hour. Your factory installed block heater system does nothave a thermostat; however, maximum temperature is attained afterapproximately 3 hours of operation. Block heater operation longer than3 hours will not improve system performance and will unnecessarily useadditional electricity. M...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake systemserviced immediately by an authorized dealer. Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the...

into four-wheel drive mode (if equipped), the traction control system willbe automatically disabled. Traction control operation will resume whenthe vehicle is placed back into two-wheel drive mode. WARNING: Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose control of your vehicle incre...

• Heavy or uneven efforts may be caused by low power steering fluid.Check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking serviceby your dealer. • Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the MAX mark onthe reservoir, as this may result in leaks from the reservoir. If the power ste...

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

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatictransmission This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation andshift quality. When the vehicle’s battery h...

3 (Third) Transmission starts and operates in third gear only. 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 b...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully pressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, the...

Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake ...

REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system,located on the tailgate, provides avideo image, which appears in therearview mirror or on the navigationscreen (if equipped), of the areabehind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle. T...

Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverselamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is necessary that bothreverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. Ifeither of the lamps are not operating, stop using the cam...

4WD system indicator lights The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the followingconditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible. • 4x4 HIGH - momentarily illuminates after the engine isstarted. Illuminates when 4H (4x4High)...

3. Move the transfer case shift leverthrough N (Neutral) directly to 4L(4x4 Low). 4. If the shift lever does not, or onlypartially moves to the 4L (4x4 Low)position, perform a shift with thetransmission in N (Neutral) (orclutch pedal depressed) and thevehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h)....

WARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system(if equipped) Positions of the electronic shift system Note: ...

Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD Rotate the 4x4 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 4x4 system. • You do not need to operate the vehic...

3. Move the 4x4 control to the 4x4HIGH or 2WD position. 4. Hold the shift conditions until the4x4 LOW indicator light shuts off. 5. If the 4x4 LOW or 4x4 Highindicator light flashes continuouslyfor more than 10 seconds, allow thevehicle to move at a speed below5 mph (8 km/h), then repeat steps 2thro...

Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components.4WD modes are only intended for consistently slippery or loosesurfaces. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal st...

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage tothe transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Refer to Transmission fluid temperature gauge in the Inst...

Note: If air is released from your tires, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light may illuminate (if equipped). Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterh...

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, sli...

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-...

the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into thetransmission and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving yourvehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brake...

• The tire air pressures recommended for general driving are found onthe vehicle’s Safety Certification Label. The maximum cold inflationpressure for the tire and associated load rating is imprinted on the tiresidewall. Tire air pressure may require re-adjustment within thesepressure limits to accom...

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

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. This switch is located on thepassenger’s side of the instrum...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located in thepassenger’s footwell. Remove thepanel cover to access the fuses. To remove the fuse panel cover, pullthe panel toward you. When theclips of the panel disengage, let thepanel fall easily. To remove a fuse use the fuse pullertool provide...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (spare) 2 15A Not used (spare) 3 15A Family entertainment system (FES) 4 30A Not used (spare) 5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake-shiftinterlock (BSI), SPBJB 6 20A Turn signals 7 10A Left headlamp (Low...

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

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 74 20A** Gasoline engines: Vehicle power (VPWR): Heated exhaust gas oxygensensor, CMS, Mass air flow sensor,Electronic vapor management valve,CMCV, Variable cam timing, IMTV Diesel engine: VPWR: Engine loads 75 5A** Back-up relay coil power 76 2...

3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the d...

Stopping and securing the vehicle WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the tire beingchanged. Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the glove box) for d...

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

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

WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing thewheel. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Turn engine ...

15. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 16. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stemis facing outward on all front an inboard rear wheels. If replacing theoutboard wheel, the valve stem must be facing inward. Reinstall the lugnuts until the wheel is snug against the...

10–lug nut torque sequence 19. Stow the flat tire. Refer to Stowing the flat/spare tire if the vehicle is equipped with a spare tire carrier. Note: Do not stow the Harley-Davidson flat tire and wheel using the spare tire winch mechanism; store the flat in the bed of the truck. 20. Stow the jack, jac...

If the ornament retention towers arealigned between the studs/lug nuts,the ornament is improperlyinstalled. This improper installationmay appear and sound correct, butwill not keep the ornament on thevehicle. Ornaments improperlyinstalled in this manner will fall offor become loose with minimal forc...

5. Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tirepressure (every six months, per scheduled maintenance information), or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of othercomponents.6. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumperdrive t...

Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior toinstallation. If there is visiblecorrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean rag and apply grease.Apply grease only to the wheel pilothole surface by smearing a “dime”(1 square cm) sized glob of greasearound the wheel pilot surface (1...

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect t...

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

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

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

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

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

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

• 6.8L V10 gasoline engine PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Ta...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE (HARLEY-DAVIDSON ONLY) Your vehicle’s instrument panel and console are uniquely painted with bothhigh and low gloss paints that require special care. The high gloss area issimilar to that of the vehicle’s exterior; the low gloss area is designed tohelp protect the driver...

LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH F-250 AND F-350 CREWCAB ONLY (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grainleather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care andmaintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. Regular cleaning and conditionin...

Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the KingRanch Saddle Shop. Visit the Web site at www.krsaddleshop.com , or telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you areunable to obtain King Ranch Leather Conditioner, use another premiumleather conditioner...

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

2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left c...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 5.4L V8 gasoline engines 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Battery 3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automati...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16-A2.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Press the locktab to release the blade and pull thewiper blade down toward thewindshield to remove it from thearm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into placeuntil ...

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. • 5.4L/6.8L gasoline engines only;for diesel engine information,refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Direct Injection Turbo DieselOwner’s Guide Supplement. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil leve...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 4. Install the dipstick 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 ...

Ford production and Motorcraft 威 replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate...

WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provideproper ventilation. WARNING: When lif...

• If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the bat...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within theCOLD FILL RANGE as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval s...

• Do not mix coolants. Add the coolant type originally equippedin your vehicle. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.Th...

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, towithin the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir.If you removed the radiator cap in an ...

Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% willdecrease the overheat protection char...

• The message center will indicate the engine is overheating. • The indicator will illuminate. 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 o...

FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif...

Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The vehicle warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. WARNING: The fuel system may be under pres...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.Some stations offer fuels posted as“Regular” with an octane ratingbelow 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levelsbelow 87 are not recommended. Do not be co...

Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components. 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....

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 t...

If other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in performance and durability. WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your...

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consistingof mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an ex...

7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it is between the MIN and MAX range. Refer to Maintenance Products Specifications and Capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. BRAKE FLUID • Vacuum boos...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) Check the fluid level. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. During normal operation, the fluid level in the clutch reservoir shouldremain constant. If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the stepin the reservoir. Use o...

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...

AIR FILTER Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. The following procedure is for vehicl...

5. Return air filter cover to originalposition making sure the four tabsare engaged and secure the threeclamps. Tighten clamp on air tubeand reconnect sensor. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 engines Air filter element FA-1883 Fuel filter FG-1083 Oil filter FL-820-S Battery (standa...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type5. Check digit6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8....

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A Accessory delay ........................126 Air cleaner filter ...............388–389 Air conditioning ........................102 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................................184 and child safety seats ............186description ..............................184disp...

refill capacities ........................390 Event data recording ....................8 Exhaust fumes ..........................266 F Fail safe cooling ........................368 Family entertainment system ....68 Fluid capacities .........................390 Fog lamps ...............................