Ford 2011 F-550 v.3- User 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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

Standard message center Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT)indicator lights and will illuminate inthe message center. These lightsfunction the same as the otherwarning lights. Optional message center Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT)indicator lights ...

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

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

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

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

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

Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lowerthe transmission temperature into the normal range. Red area The transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range. If the gauge is operating in the yellow or red area, stop th...

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

appear. Choose yes if the vehicle is in a safe location and you are readyto allow exhaust cleaning to begin. CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER will display when the process begins. Refer to Diesel exhaust system: oxidation catalyst/diesel particulate filter system in your diesel supplement for more informatio...

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

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structuresand high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electricalaccessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure allvehicle doors are shut. 7. Press the RESET button until the display reads RESET FORCALIBR...

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the messagecenter through each of the language choices. Press and hold the RESET...

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. Formore information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode...

SPEED LIMITED YYKMH IN XXXKM EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY(Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is nearing empty. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in thedisplayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished toresume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your ...

ENGINE IDLED SEE MANUAL CONTAMINATED EXHAUSTFLUID (Diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is contaminated. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. Thediesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of thevehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more...

Main menu From the main menu screen you can choose the following: • Gauge Mode • Trip A/B • Fuel Economy • Truck Apps (if equipped) • Settings • Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrowkey or OK to enter into that menu option. Gauge Mode Gauge Detail: In...

When “Press OK for options” is displayed, pressing OK will open thetrailer options menus: Trailer Change ActiveTrailer When this is highlighted, press the right arrow keyto change the currently selected trailer. Use the upand down arrows to select a trailer and press theOK button to choose the highl...

Trailer Rename Trailer Press the right arrow button when this is highlightedto display saved or default trailers. Use the up/downbuttons to highlight a trailer and press OK to selectit. Use the up/down arrow buttons to change thecharacters as needed. When done, press OK toaccept the change. Reset Tr...

MyKey Create MyKey Hold OK to create MyKey *AdvanceTrac Always on or Selectable *MAX Speed 80 MPH (120 km/h) or Off *Speed Warning 45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or 105 km/h), Off *Volume Limiter On/Off *Clear MyKeys Hold OK to Clear MyKeys *Only displays if MyKey is programmed. Language English, Español,...

System Check Trailer BrakeCtrl. Gain and Output (when trailer is connected) No trailer (when no trailer is connected) Trailer Sway Park Aid Check Rear Park Aid Fuel Level (distance to empty) Some items will only display during a system check if a problem hasbeen detected. If an issue exists on one o...

POWER REDUCED TO LOWER ENGINE TEMP — Displayed when the engine temperature gauge needle moves to H. You may noticereduced engine power. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicl...

can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack oflubrication. A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds. Once thecounter has reached 0 seconds, OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and theengine will respond to accelerator pedal movement. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more informatio...

SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH UPON RESTART CONTAMINATEDEXHAUST FLUID (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is contaminated. Speed will be limited upon restart. Thediesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of thevehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for mo...

TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. Formore information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehic...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. • : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. • : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use wi...

12. EXT: Press to display the exterior temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. To switch between Fahrenheit andCelsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 13. DUAL: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 14. Power: Press...

For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or (recirculated air). 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Select (recirculated air). Use (recirculated air) with A/C to provide col...

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

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

Vertical aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Yourvehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet ...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward ordownward position when activated. The turn signal control activation andcancellation is electronic. • To operate the left turn signal,push the lever down until it stopsand release. • To operate the right turn signal...

To turn on the map lamps, press thelamp. The dome lamp turns on when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesylamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exte...

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps 2 H13/9008 Park/Turn lamp 2 3157NA Sidemarker 2 W5W Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (pick-up only) 2 3157 Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (chassis cabsonly; if equipped) 2 3157 Back-up (pick...

2. Using masking tape or a marker,make an alignment mark betweenone of the grille brackets and thevehicle radiator support to ensurecorrect grille alignment duringre-assembly. Do not scratch theblack coating from the radiatorsupport. 3. Remove the two grille toheadlamp assembly push pins andthe four...

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

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

Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver’s) press theright side of the control. Press theleft side to restore the windowcontrols. Power sliding back window (if equipped) The control ...

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

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

Mirror-mounted side turn signal indicator (if equipped) When the vehicle turn signals areactivated, the outer portion of themirror housing will blink amber. The turn signal feature can be seenby other drivers who may approachfrom the rear of the vehicle. Clearance lamps (if equipped) Illuminates whe...

The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing amemory set function and can be recalled along with the vehiclepersonality features when a memory position is selected. Refer to Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. SPEED CONTROL (IF...

Press to scroll through various menus and selections. Press OK to confirm your selection. For further information on the SYNC 威 system, refer to the SYNC 威 supplement. Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (ifequipped) Press VOICE briefly until thevoice icon appears on the navigation ...

The relays are coded as shown inthe accompanying illustration. There will also be one power leadfor each switch found as a blunt-cutand sealed wire located below theinstrument panel and to the left ofthe steering column. They are coded as follows: Switch Circuit number Wire color Fuse AUX 1 CAC05 Ye...

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener whichcan be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter. Car2U 姞 Home Automation System (if equipped) The Car2U 威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitterlocated in the driver’s ...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the brake pedals. Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the retention post andpress down to lock in. Make suret...

Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. WARNING: Always properly secure cargo to prevent shifting cargo or cargo falling from vehicle, which could result in compromised vehicle stability and serious personal injury to vehicleoccupants or others. Note: If equipped ...

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. 5. Ensure the latch rod is insertedinto the tailgate hole and the lockingpins on both sides are engaged in...

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

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

For optional message center: 1. At the main menu screen select SETTING then MYKEY by pressingOK or the right arrow key. 2. Press OK to select CREATE MYKEY. 3. Hold OK as prompted until you see MARK THIS KEY AS RESTRICTED. MyKey™ is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you candistinguis...

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

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

Note: For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved remote start installed, it is possible to program all “real” keys as MyKeys™, in which case, youwill need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys™ as adminkeys by doing the following: 1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors. 2. Remote start t...

Troubleshooting Condition Potential Causes Can’t create a MyKey™ • Key in the ignition is already a MyKey™. • Key in the ignition is the last remaining admin key (there always hasto be at least one admin key). • SecuriLock 威 passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode. • Vehicle has b...

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

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

Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Your vehicle comes with two step unlocking enabled. Unlocking can beswitched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing andholding both the and buttons simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately four seconds. The ...

Programming memory feature to transmitter To activate this feature: 1. Move the driver seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals to thedesired positions using the associated controls. 2. Press and hold control button 1for five seconds. A tone will beheard after two seconds confirmingmemory position...

Integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot nearthe key ring to remove the batterycover (1). Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 2. Carefully peel up the rubbergasket (2) from the transmi...

Starting the engine with remote start To start the engine using remote start: Note: Each button press must be done within 3 seconds of each other. If this sequence is not followed the vehicle will not remote start and thehorn will not chirp. 1. Press on the IKT to lock all the doors. 2. Press two ti...

3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work. Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered seven times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad wil...

Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry isattempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash thepark/turn lamps and will sound the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from theignition. Either of the following actions will pr...

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

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

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

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

6. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch. (The driver seatmay move rearward if the easy entry/exit feature is activated). Steps 2 through 6 must be performed within a 20 second period. Theeasy entry/exit feature will be deactivated. Repeating the above processwill also reactivate the easy...

WARNING: The non-adjustable head restraint is a safety device. It should be installed whenever the seat is occupied. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Note: The SuperCab has rear outboard head restraints that are not rem...

Rear center armrest (if equipped) To use the armrest simply rotate itforward from the seatback. Rear under seat storage (if equipped) (Crew Cab) The rear seat has storage space located under the seat cushion. Lift up the lever and flip up the seatcushion to access the storage spaceand the power poin...

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. 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 th...

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Restraint of pregnant women WARNING: Always ride and drive with your seatback upright and the safety belt properly fastened. The lap portion of the safety belt should fit snug and be positioned low across the hips. The shou...

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the front passenger and rear outboard safety belt systems must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor”feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safetybelts should be checked for proper fun...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is an 8 inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the sa...

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

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

Reasons given... Consider... “The people I’m with don’twear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children andyounger brothers/sisters imitatebehavior they see. “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. F...

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

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

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

The Safety Canopy system is designed to active when the vehiclesustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the RCM to initiate SafetyCanopy inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event isdetected by the rollover sensor. The Safety Canopy is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, ...

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your authorized ...

Turning the passenger airbag off 1. Insert the ignition key, turn theswitch to OFF position and hold inthe OFF position while removing thekey. 2. When the ignition is turned to theon position the “pass airbag off”light illuminates briefly, momentarilyshuts off and then turns back on.This indicates t...

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

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

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

with the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning boosters vary and may be designed to fit children ofdifferent heights, ages and weights. Children who are too large for childsafety seats or belt-positioning boosters (as specified by your child safetyseat manufacturer)...

When installing a child safety seat with combination lap/shoulder belts: • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap andfeel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Keep the buckle ...

7. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the seat at the belt pathand attempt to move it side to sideand forward. There should be nomore than 1 inch (2.5 cm) ofmovement for proper installation. 8...

Once the child safety seat has been installed using the safety belt, youcan attach the top tether strap. 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 bet...

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...

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The ...

INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressurewithout appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure o...

under-inflation of the tires, improper tires (load range, size, or type), orvehicle modifications such as lift-kits. In the event that your vehicleexperiences shimmy, you should slowly reduce speed by either lifting offthe accelerator pedal or lightly applying the brakes. The shimmy willcease as the...

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare. Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires. For T-type/mini-spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section for description): Store and maintain at 60 psi (4.15 bar). For full-si...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels are not designed to beused in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay affect the operation of your tire pressur...

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

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 ...

The tire pressure monitoring system complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirepressure warning light will turn on if the tire pressure is significantly low.Once the light is ill...

Low tire pressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Solid warning light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure tires are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2. After inflating your tires to themanufacturer’s recommendedinflation pre...

Low tire pressurewarning light Possible cause Customer action required Flashing warninglight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese 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 C...

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

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

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

Fifth-wheel and gooseneck towing Your vehicle may be equipped with a fifth-wheel prep package. Thispackage enables your vehicle to accept certain fifth-wheel trailer hitchesand gooseneck ball hitches. The fifth-wheel trailer hitch is attached tothe four mounting pads in the pickup bed; an optional 7...

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 appear inthe message center as follows: • TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER: The instrument cluster m...

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...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Contactyour authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructionsand equipment for hooking-up trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When...

Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • Do not allow the static water level to rise abo...

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

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, ha...

Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) The starting characteristics of all grades of E 85 ethanol make it unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol.As the outside temperature approaches ...

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating orair conditioning to bring in fresh air. ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant...

• Make certain that the extension cord is in excellent condition (notpatched or spliced). Store your extension cord indoors attemperatures above 32°F (0°C). Outdoor conditions can deteriorateextension cords over a period of time. • To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater withu...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by an authorized dealer. If the vehicle hascontinuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, thevehicle ...

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringstart up, remains on or flashes, theABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. If...

Pull the release lever to release theparking brake. To prevent the pedalfrom releasing too quickly, placeyour left foot on the service brakepedal, then slowly pull the releaselever until the pedal slowly releases.Make sure that the pedal is fullyreleased. You may want to pull therelease lever again ...

Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) Roll Stability Control™ (RSC 威 ) may help to maintain roll stability of the vehicle during adverse maneuvers. RSC 威 operates by detecting the vehicle’s roll motion and the rate at which it changes and by applying thebrakes to one or more wheels individually. During a...

HILL DESCENT CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Hill descent control allows the driver to set and maintain vehicle speedwhile descending steep grades in various surface conditions. WARNING: Hill descent control cannot control descent in all surface conditions and circumstances, such as ice or extremely steep gra...

Hill descent modes • At speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h): When the HDC switch is pressedand HDC is active, the HDC telltale will flash. • At speeds below 20 mph (32 km/h): When the HDC switch is pressedand conditions are not correct for hill descent activation, the HDCsystem will be enabled, the light ...

If any steering components are serviced or replaced, install newfasteners (many are coated with thread adhesive or have prevailingtorque features which may not be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut.Torque fasteners to specifications in Workshop Manual . A high crown in the road or high crosswinds ...

For 2WD vehicles and vehiclesequipped with a manual shift4WD system: Turn the control to ON. Theindicator light will display in theinstrument cluster. Once the light is displayed in the instrument cluster, both rear wheel axle shafts will be locked together providing added traction. If the indicator...

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slungsports cars are designed to per...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatictransmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive transmission shift strategy.Adaptive transmission shift strategy offers the optimal transmissionoperation and shift quality. When the vehicl...

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...

Only the current gear will be displayed. Press the + button or the –button to upshift or downshift. If the – button is pressed at a vehiclespeed that would cause an engine overspeed, the requested gear willflash then disappear and the transmission will remain in the current gear. Recommended shift s...

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

4WD operation is not recommended on dry pavement. Doing so couldresult in difficult disengagement of the transfer case, increased tire wearand decreased fuel economy. Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped) The 4WD system is engaged ordisengaged by rotating the controlfor both front whe...

• auto-manual hub locks can bemanually overridden by rotatingthe hub lock control from AUTOto LOCK if desired. • automatic operation of thehub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, makesure that each hub is fullyengaged and that both hublocks are set to the sam...

2H (2WD) – For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear wheels only should be used for street and highway driving. Providesoptimal smoothness and fuel economy at high speeds. 4H (4x4 High) – Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off road situations. This mode is not inte...

Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) Move the transfer case lever to 2H(2WD) at a stop or a vehicle speedbelow 3 mph (5 km/h). With the vehicle at complete stop,disengage the locking hubs(optional) by rotating the hub lockcontrol from LOCK to FREE. • For proper operation, makesure that both indic...

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. Your vehicle may be equipped with a long front air ...

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto thepavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. •...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

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 waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, thevehicle may stall. Once throu...

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-...

SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends that the Super Duty F-Series used for snow removalinclude the Snow Plow Package Option. Installing the snowplow Weight limits and guidelines for selecting and installing the snowplow canbe found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplow section, found at www.f...

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

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

Canadian customers refer to your Warranty Guide or visit ourwebsite at www.ford.ca for information on: Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio i...

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

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

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (spare) 2 15A Upfitter relay #4 3 30A Not used (spare) 4 10A Telescoping mirror switch, Interiorlights, Hood lamp 5 20A Moon roof 6 5A Driver seat module 7 7.5A Driver seat switch, Driver lumbarmoto...

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

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

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

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

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

Location of the spare tire and tools If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire, jack and associated tools,refer to the following table for their locations: Tool Location Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward ofthe rear bumper Jack Regular cab and Crew Cab:Fastened to f...

1. Turn engine off and block thewheel that is diagonally opposite ofthe flat tire using the wheel chock,if equipped. If the vehicle is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from thestowage locations. 3. Use the tip of the lug wrench to re...

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...

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts tothe specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance(tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.). On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel...

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 Note: In the...

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that the vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbe...

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

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizeddealer. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Plea...

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...

You can get more information by calling BBB AUTO LINE at1-800-955-5100, or writing to: BBB AUTO LINE4200 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 800Arlington, Virginia 22203–1833 BBB AUTO LINE applications can also be requested by calling the FordMotor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-800-392-3673. Note: F...

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 cause damage. • 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...

windshield from automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replacewiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS(EXCE...

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

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat materials. WARN...

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For morethorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. • Clean spills as quickly as possible. • Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of theleather as cleaners may darken the leather. • Do ...

FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean yourvehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have beenspecifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are customdesigned to complement the style and appearance of you...

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

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil...

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage thatis not covered by Ford warranty. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedulelisted in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford pro...

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added tothe vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted subst...

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

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 or MIN / MAX range as listed on the engine coolantreservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for serv...

• DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle. Make sure the correct coolant is used. DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and new (unused) coolant together in the vehicle. Mixing of enginecoolants may harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of animproper coolant may harm engine and co...

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 [–37°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • A coolant concentration of 60% will provide freeze pointprotection down to -62°F [-52°C]. I...

• The message center will indicate the engine is overheating. • The service engine soon 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...

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 4. If the coolant level is normal, you may restart your engine andcontinue on. 5. If the coolant is low, add coolant, restart the engine and take yourvehicle to an authorized dealer. See Adding engine coolant in this...

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highlytoxic an...

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 威 fuel filler cap is not used. WARNING: The fuel system may be under pr...

Do not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you areusing fuel with the recommendedoctane rating, see your authorized dealer to prevent any engine damage. FFV engine (if equipped) If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it ...

rating. These products have not been approved for your engine andcould cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects ofusing an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by yourwarranty. Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charterthat recommends ga...

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

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply withapplicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalyticconverter and other emission control components continue to workproper...

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

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

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly,...

TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product ...

Changing the air filter element 1. Locate the mass air flow sensorelectrical connector on the air outlettube. This connector will need to beunplugged. 2. Reposition the locking clip on theconnector (connector shown frombelow for clarity), squeeze theconnector and pull it off of the airoutlet tube. 3...

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

Miscellaneous • Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and pins under vehicle arecovered with grease to prevent rust. • Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15 days to lubricateworking parts and prevent corrosion. Removing vehicle from storage When your vehicle is ready to come out of storage,...

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

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY) More than 30 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered thepowerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up t...

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Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.Parts other than Ford, Motorcraft 威 or Ford-authorized remanufactured parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service ofcomponents affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in...

we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry anationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limitedwarranty. Your dealer can give you details. Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance andl...

NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule ispresented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptionsnoted. Scheduled Maintenance Guide 421 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd PrintingUSA (fus)

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

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

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

Off-road operation Inspect frequently, service as required – Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints;lubricate if equipped with grease fittings– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)– Replace engine air filter Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months – Change engine oil and filter – Insp...

Special operating condition log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D A...

EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. Theyare listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance ❑ Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axlesare lubricated for life. These fluids are not...

ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Initial change 6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km)(whichever comes first) After initial change Every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km) Engine coolant change log D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE : RO#: H OURS : D ATE : M ILEAGE : D EALER V ALIDATION : P&A C ODE...

Engine oil ..................................366 checking and adding ..............366dipstick ....................................366filter, specifications ........367, 400recommendations ...................367refill capacities ........................401 Event data recording ....................9 ...