Table Of Contents - Ford F250 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Warning Symbols In This Guide5
Warning Symbols On Your Vehicle5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle6
Service Data Recording6
Event Data Recording7
Special Instructions7
Notice To Owners Of Diesel-Powered Vehicles8
Notice To Owners Of Pickup Trucks And Utility Type Vehicles8
Using Your Vehicle With A Snowplow8
Using Your Vehicle As An Ambulance8
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary10
Instrument Cluster12
Warning Lights And Chimes12
Standard Instrument Cluster12
Harley-Davidson Instrument Cluster12
Warning And Control Lights12
Check Fuel Cap (If Equipped)13
Check Gage13
Brake System Warning Light13
Anti-Lock Brake System14
Air Bag Readiness14
Speed Control14
Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (5R110W 5–Speed Automatic Transmission) (If Equipped-Diesel Engines Only)14
Four Wheel Drive Low (If Equipped)15
Anti-Theft System (If Equipped)15
Door Ajar15
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime15
Gauges16
Speedometer16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge16
Odometer17
Trip Odometer17
Tachometer17
Battery Voltage Gauge (Manual Transmission Only)17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge18
Fuel Gauge18
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge (Automatic Transmission Only)18
Yellow Area (Warning)19
Red Area (Over Temperature)19
Entertainment Systems20
Am/Fm Stereo (If Equipped)20
Seek20
Memory Preset Buttons20
Power/Volume21
Tone21
Clk (Clock)21
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette (If Equipped)22
Fade22
Tape Ams23
Side 1–223
Rew (Rewind)23
Dolby Noise Reduction23
Bass24
Treble24
Ej (Eject)24
Cassette Door24
Am/Fm Stereo/Single Cd Radio (If Equipped)25
Scn (Scan)25
Comp (Compression)26
Shuffle26
Cd Slot27
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette Single Cd (If Equipped)28
Eject29
Tape29
Mute29
Auto29
Clock30
Shuffle (Cd)30
Compression (Cd)30
Fast Forward (Ff)31
Rewind (Rew)31
Select (Sel)31
Premium In-Dash Six Cd Sound System (If Equipped)32
Rewind32
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd32
Select33
Menu33
Traffic33
Find Program Type34
Compression34
Seamless Play34
Autoset34
Load35
Disc/Tune35
Radio Frequencies35
Radio Reception Factors35
Cassette/Player Care36
Cd/Cd Player Care36
Climate Controls38
Heater Only System (If Equipped)38
Operating Tips38
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System (If Equipped)39
Fan Speed Adjustment39
Temperature Selection39
Air Flow Selections39
Lights41
Headlamp Control41
Autolamp Control (If Equipped)41
Foglamp Control (If Equipped)42
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)42
High Beams43
Flash To Pass43
Panel Dimmer Control43
Aiming The Headlamps43
Turn Signal Control44
Courtesy/Reading Lamps (If Equipped)44
Map Lamps (If Equipped)45
With/Without Trip Computer45
Replacing Exterior Bulbs45
Using The Right Bulbs45
Bulb Replacement45
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)46
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Sealed Beam)47
Replacing Front Parking/Turn Signal Bulbs48
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs-F250/F350 Only49
Replacing Brake/Tail/Backup Lamp Bulbs-F450/F550 Only49
Replacing Cargo Lamp And High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs50
Replacing Roof Marker Bulbs50
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs (If Equipped)50
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs51
Driver Controls52
Multi-Function Lever52
Windshield Wiper And Washer52
Changing The Wiper Blades52
Tilt Steering Wheel (If Equipped)53
Transmission Control53
Tow/Haul Feature (5–Speed Automatic Transmission) (If Equipped)53
Steering Wheel Adjustment53
Overdrive Cancel (4–Speed Automatic Transmission) (If Equipped)54
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If Equipped)54
Overhead Console (If Equipped)54
Storage Compartment (If Equipped)54
Install A Garage Door Opener (If Equipped)55
One-Touch Moon Roof (If Equipped)55
With Trip Computer56
Without Trip Computer56
To Open The Moon Roof56
To Close The Moon Roof56
Auxiliary Power Point57
Power Windows (If Equipped)57
One Touch Down58
Window Lock (If Equipped)58
Power Rear Slider Window (If Equipped)58
Accessory Delay (If Equipped)58
Power Side View Mirrors (If Equipped)59
Heated Outside Mirrors (If Equipped)59
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator (If Equipped)60
Clearance Lamps (If Equipped)60
Fold-Away Mirrors60
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (If Equipped)61
Setting Speed Control61
Resuming A Set Speed62
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control62
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control63
Turning Off Speed Control63
Indicator Light (If Equipped)63
Homelink Wireless Control System With Travel Note (If Equipped)64
Programming64
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming66
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System66
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button67
Operating Travelnote67
Center Console (If Equipped)69
Cell Phone Use69
Trip Computer (If Equipped)70
Selectable Features70
English/Metric Display70
Mode Control70
Message Center70
Fuel Range71
Outside Air Temperature71
Compass71
Compass Zone Adjustment72
Compass Calibration Adjustment72
Tailgate Lock (If Equipped)73
Tailgate Removal74
Locks And Security75
Keys75
Power Door Locks (If Equipped)75
Smart Locks (If Equipped)75
Childproof Door Locks76
Remote Entry System (If Equipped)76
Unlocking The Doors77
Locking The Doors77
Power Door Lock Disable Feature (If Equipped)77
Anti-Theft System77
Sounding A Panic Alarm78
Replacing The Battery78
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters79
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters79
Illuminated Entry80
Autolock (If Equipped)81
Relock81
Deactivating/Activating The Autolock Feature81
Keyless Entry System82
Programming A Personal Entry Code82
Erasing Personal Code83
Anti-Scan Feature83
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry83
To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Keypad84
To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Power Door Unlock Control84
Seating And Safety Restraints85
Head Restraints85
Full Bench Seat (If Equipped)86
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat (If Equipped)86
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest And Console (If Equipped)87
Captain's Chair (if Equipped)88
Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)88
Using The Manual Lumbar Support90
Heated Seats (If Equipped)90
Rear Folding Seat System With Load Floor (If Equipped)91
Returning The Seat To Seating Position91
Safety Restraints Precautions92
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts93
Vehicle Sensitive Mode94
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode94
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode95
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode95
Energy Management Feature96
Safety Belt Replacement Label96
Safety Belt Pretensioner97
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment98
Regular Cab And 4–Door Crew Cab98
4–Door Super Cab (If Equipped)99
Adjusting The Lap Belt99
1St Row Center Seating Position99
2Nd Row Center Seating Position (If Equipped)100
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime100
Conditions Of Operation101
Beltminder101
One Time Disable103
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature103
Safety Belt Extension Assembly104
Safety Belt Maintenance105
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)105
Important Srs Precautions106
Children And Air Bags107
How Does The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?108
Determining If The System Is Operational109
Disposal Of Air Bags And Air Bag Equipped Vehicles (Including Pretensioners)109
Passenger Air Bag On/Off Switch (If Equipped)110
Turning The Passenger Air Bag Off110
Turning The Passenger Air Bag Back On111
Child Restraints111
Nhtsa Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)112
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)113
Important Child Restraint Precautions114
Children And Safety Belts114
Child Booster Seats115
When Children Should Use Booster Seats115
Types Of Booster Seats116
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts116
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats117
Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts118
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps121
F-Series Regular Cab121
F-Series Supercab121
F-Series Crew Cab122
Tether Strap Attachment122
Tether Strap Attachment (Rear Supercab Only)123
Driving125
Starting125
Positions Of The Ignition125
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle125
Important Safety Precautions126
Starting The Engine128
Using The Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)129
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes129
Important Ventilating Information129
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)130
Abs Warning Lamp130
Using Abs130
Parking Brake131
Steering132
Traction-Lok Axle (If Equipped)132
Preparing To Drive Your Vehicle132
Automatic Transmission Operation (If Equipped)133
Brake-Shift Interlock133
Understanding The Gearshift Positions Of The 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (If Equipped-Gasoline Engines Only)134
P (Park)134
R (Reverse)135
N (Neutral)135
Overdrive135
Drive (Not Shown)135
2 (Second)136
1 (First)136
Forced Downshifts136
Shift Strategy136
Understanding The Shift Positions Of The 5–Speed Automatic Transmission (If Equipped-Diesel Engines Only)137
D (Overdrive) With Tow/Haul Off138
D (Overdrive) With Tow/Haul On138
3 (Third)139
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow139
Manual Transmission Operation (If Equipped)140
Using The Clutch140
Recommended Shift Speeds140
Upshifts When Accelerating (Recommended For Best Fuel Economy)141
Maximum Downshift Speeds141
Reverse141
Parking Your Vehicle142
Removing The Key142
Reverse Sensing System (If Equipped)142
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation (If Equipped)144
Manual 4X4 System (If Equipped)144
Electronic Shift On The Fly (Esof) 4X4 System (If Equipped)145
4Wd System Indicator Lights146
Using A Manual 4Wd System (If Equipped)146
Shifting From 2H (2Wd High) To 4H (4Wd High)147
Shifting From 4H (4Wd High) To 2H (2Wd High)147
Shifting From 4H (4Wd High) To 4L (4Wd Low)148
Shifting From 4L (4Wd Low) To 4H (4Wd High) Or 2H (2Wd High)148
Using The N (Neutral) Position149
Using The Electronic Shift 4Wd System (If Equipped)149
Positions Of The Electronic Shift System149
Shifting From 2Wd (2Wd High) To 4X4 High (4Wd High)150
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 2Wd (2Wd High)150
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 4X4 Low (4Wd Low)150
Shifting From 4X4 Low (4Wd Low) To 4X4 High (4Wd High) Or 2Wd (2Wd High)151
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles151
Truck And Utility Vehicles Can Differ From Some Other Vehicles. Your151
Basic Operating Principles152
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement152
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck153
Emergency Maneuvers153
Parking154
4Wd Systems154
Normal Characteristics155
Sand155
Mud And Water155
Driving Through Deep Water May Damage The Transmission156
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain156
Driving On Snow And Ice157
Tires, Replacement Requirements158
Maintenance And Modifications159
Using Your Vehicle As A Stationary Power Source (Pto)160
Driving Through Water160
Vehicle Loading–With And Without A Trailer161
Base Curb Weight161
Vehicle Curb Weight161
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)161
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)162
Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)162
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight)163
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)163
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight163
Tongue Load Or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight163
Special Loading Instructions For Owners Of Pickup Trucks And Utility-Type Vehicles164
Calculating The Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow164
Trailer Towing164
F-250 Regular Cab Pickup165
F-250 Supercab Pickup168
F-250 Crew Cab Pickup168
F-350 Regular Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup169
F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup171
F-350 Supercab Single Rear Wheel Pickup171
F-350 Supercab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup173
F-350 Crew Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup175
F-350 Crew Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup176
F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)177
F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)178
F-350 Supercab Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)179
F-350 Supercab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)180
F-350 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)181
F-350 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)181
F-450 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)182
F-450 Supercab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)182
F-450 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)183
F-550 Regular Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)184
F-550 Supercab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)184
F-550 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)184
Preparing To Tow185
Load Equalizing Hitch185
Safety Chains185
Trailer Brakes185
Trailer Lamps186
Using A Step Bumper (If Equipped)186
Driving While You Tow186
Servicing After Towing187
Trailer Towing Tips187
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat187
All Rear Wheel Drive (Rwd) Vehicles188
Installing The Snowplow188
Recreational Towing188
Operating The Vehicle With The Snowplow Attached189
Snowplowing With Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle189
Transmission Operation While Plowing190
Removing The Snowplow Frame Mount191
Roadside Emergencies192
Getting Roadside Assistance192
Using Roadside Assistance192
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch193
Hazard Flasher Switch193
Fuses And Relays194
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color195
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel/Power Distribution Box195
The Fuses Are Coded As Follows196
Changing A Flat Tire200
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information200
Location Of The Spare Tire And Tools201
Removing The Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only)202
Tire Change Procedure203
Stowing The Flat/Spare Tire210
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications211
Jump Starting Your Vehicle212
Preparing Your Vehicle212
Connecting The Jumper Cables213
Jump Starting214
Removing The Jumper Cables215
Wrecker Towing217
Customer Assistance219
Ford Extended Service Plan221
Getting Assistance Outside The U.s. And Canada225
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)228
Cleaning229
Washing The Exterior229
Waxing229
Paint Chips230
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers230
Engine230
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts231
Windows And Wiper Blades231
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens232
Interior Trim232
Leather Seats (If Equipped, Except For The King Ranch F–250 And F–350 Crewcab)233
Leather Seats For The King Ranch F-250 And F-350 Crewcab Only (If Equipped)233
Scratches234
Conditioning234
Underbody234
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products234
Maintenance And Specifications236
Service Recommendations236
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle236
Working With The Engine Off236
Working With The Engine On237
Opening The Hood237
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment238
5.4L V8/6.8L V10 Gasoline Engines238
Windshield Washer Fluid239
Checking The Engine Oil239
Adding Engine Oil240
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations241
Use Sae 5W-20 Engine Oil241
Battery242
Checking Engine Coolant244
Adding Engine Coolant245
Recycled Engine Coolant247
Coolant Refill Capacity248
Severe Climates248
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling (If Equipped)248
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works249
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated249
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels250
Fuel Information250
Fuel Filler Cap252
Choosing The Right Fuel252
Octane Recommendations253
Fuel Quality253
Running Out Of Fuel254
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy254
Measuring Techniques254
Filling The Tank254
Calculating Fuel Economy255
Driving Style-Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits256
Maintenance256
Conditions257
Epa Window Sticker257
Emission Control System258
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)259
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing259
Checking And Adding Power Steering Fluid260
Brake Fluid Reservoir260
Clutch Fluid (If Equipped)261
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (If Equipped)262
Low Fluid Level262
Correct Fluid Level263
High Fluid Level263
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels263
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter (If Equipped)264
Checking And Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (If Equipped)265
Checking And Adding Transfer Case Fluid (If Equipped)266
Driveline Universal Joint And Slip Yoke266
Air Filter Maintenance267
Changing The Air Filter Element267
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading268
Treadwear268
Traction Aa A B C268
Temperature A B C269
Glossary Of Tire Terminology269
Tire Information269
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall270
Information on "P" Type Tires270
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for "LT" Type Tires273
Information on "T" Type Tires274
Location Of The Tire Label274
Tire Care275
Inflating Your Tires275
Tire Inflation Information276
Tire And Wheel Alignment277
Tire Rotation277
Front Wheel Drive (Fwd) Vehicles (Front Tires At Top Of Diagram)278
Rear Wheel Drive (Rwd) Vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) Vehicles (Front Tires At Top Of Diagram)278
Drw–Six Tire Rotation279
Tire Wear280
Tire Replacement Requirements281
Safety Practices281
Highway Hazards282
Snow Tires And Chains282
Motorcraft Part Numbers283
Refill Capacities284
Lubricant Specifications287
Engine Data291
Vehicle Dimensions291
F–250 Regular Cab And Supercab291
F–250 Crew Cab292
F–350 (Except Crew Cab)292
F–350 Crew Cab294
F–450295
F–550296
Certification Label298
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)298
Engine Number299
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations299
Truck Application300
Passenger Car Application300
Accessories302
Exterior Style302
Interior Style303
Lifestyle303
Peace Of Mind304
Index305