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1
Introduction
4
Safety And Environment Protection
5
Protecting The Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Vehicle Modification Data Recording
7
Special Instructions
7
Cell Phone Use
7
Using Your Vehicle With A Snowplow
8
Using Your Vehicle As An Ambulance
8
Using Your Vehicle As A Stationary Power Source (Pto)
9
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights And Chimes
12
Standard Instrument Cluster (Automatic Transmission)
12
Amarillo Instrument Cluster
12
Warning And Control Lights
12
Service Engine Soon
13
Electronic Throttle Control
13
Brake System Warning Light
13
Anti-Lock Brake System
14
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Charging System
14
Gauges
15
Speed Control
15
Turn Signal
15
Speedometer
16
Standard Instrument Cluster
16
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
16
Odometer
16
Trip Odometer
17
Engine Hour Meter
17
Tachometer
17
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
18
Fuel Gauge
18
Battery Voltage Gauge
18
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
19
Normal Area (Normal)
19
Yellow Area (Warning)
19
Red Area (Over Temperature)
19
Audio Systems
20
Am/Fm Stereo
20
Entertainment Systems
20
Am/Fm Stereo/Single Cd Sound System (If Equipped)
22
Autoset
22
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette/Single Cd Sound System (If Equipped)
25
Dolby Noise Reduction
26
Premium In-Dash Six Cd Sound System (If Equipped)
28
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd
28
Speed Sensitive Volume (If Equipped)
29
Setting The Clock
29
General Audio Information
31
Radio Frequencies
31
Radio Reception Factors
31
Cassette/Player Care
31
Cd/Cd Player Care
32
Audio System Warranty And Service
32
Climate Controls
33
Operating Tips
33
Heater Only
33
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System
34
Max A/C
34
Automatic Temperature Control System (If Equipped)
36
Lights
39
Headlamp Control
39
Autolamp Control (If Equipped)
39
Foglamp Control (If Equipped)
40
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (If Equipped)
40
High Beams
41
Flash To Pass
41
Panel Dimmer Control
41
Aiming The Headlamps
41
Vertical And Horizontal Aim Adjustment (Sealed Beam Headlamps)
42
Vertical Aim Adjustment (Aerodynamic Headlamps)
43
Turn Signal Control
44
Courtesy/Reading Lamps (If Equipped)
45
Map Lamps (If Equipped)
45
Headlamp Condensation
45
Bulb Replacement
45
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
46
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
47
Replacing Park/Turn And Sidemarker Lamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
48
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
49
Replacing Park/Turn/Sidemarker Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
50
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs — F–250/F–350 Only
51
Replacing Brake/Tail/Backup Lamp Bulbs — F–450/F–550 Only
51
Replacing Cargo Lamp And High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
52
Front Clearance And Identification Lamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs (If Equipped)
52
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
53
Driver Controls
54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
54
Steering Wheel Adjustment
54
Multi-Function Lever
54
Transmission Control
55
Tow/Haul Feature (5–Speed Automatic Transmission) (If Equipped)
55
Illuminated Visor Mirror (If Equipped)
55
Overhead Console (If Equipped)
55
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
56
Storage Compartment (If Equipped)
56
Cigar Lighter (If Equipped)
56
Power Windows (If Equipped)
57
One Touch Down
57
Window Lock (If Equipped)
57
Power Rear Slider Window (If Equipped)
58
Accessory Delay (If Equipped)
58
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)
58
Power Side View Mirrors (If Equipped)
58
Heated Outside Mirrors
59
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator (If Equipped)
59
Clearance Lamps (If Equipped)
60
Fold-Away Mirrors
60
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (If Equipped)
61
Speed Control (If Equipped)
61
Setting Speed Control
61
Resuming A Set Speed
62
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
62
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
63
Turning Off Speed Control
63
Indicator Light (If Equipped)
63
Upfitter Controls (If Equipped)
64
Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)
66
Radio Control Features
66
Climate Control Features
66
One-Touch Moon Roof (If Equipped)
66
To Close The Moon Roof
67
To Vent The Moon Roof
67
Center Console (If Equipped)
67
Mini-Message Center (If Equipped)
68
Check Fuel Cap
68
Trailer Fault
68
Tbc Fault
68
Check Gauge
69
Check Trailer (If Equipped)
69
Language
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Message Center (If Equipped)
69
Selectable Features
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Reset
70
Info Menu
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Compass Display
70
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
71
Distance To Empty (Dte)
72
Average Fuel Economy (Afe)
72
Setup Menu
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System Check
73
Units (English/Metric)
74
Autolocks
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Autolamp Delay
74
System Warnings
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Check Engine Temperature
76
Reduced Engine Power
76
Stop Engine Safely
76
Low Fuel Level
76
Low Brake Fluid Level
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Low Oil Pressure
77
Engine Failsafe Mode
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Data Err
78
Tailgate Lock (If Equipped)
78
Tailgate Removal
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Locks And Security
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Keys
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Power Door Locks (If Equipped)
80
Childproof Door Locks (If Equipped)
81
Remote Entry System (If Equipped)
81
Unlocking The Doors
82
Locking The Doors
82
Power Door Lock Disable Feature (If Equipped)
82
Sounding A Panic Alarm
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Replacing The Battery
83
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
84
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
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Illuminated Entry
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Keyless Entry System
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Programming A Personal Entry Code
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Erasing Personal Code
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Anti-Scan Feature
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Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry
87
Autolock (If Equipped)
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Relock
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To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Keypad
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To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Power Door Unlock Control
89
Seating And Safety Restraints
90
Head Restraints
90
Full Bench Seat (If Equipped)
91
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat (If Equipped)
91
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest And Console (If Equipped)
92
Captain's Chair (if Equipped)
93
Adjusting The Front Power Seat (If Equipped)
93
Using The Manual Lumbar Support
95
Heated Seats (If Equipped)
95
Rear Folding Seat System With Load Floor (If Equipped)
96
Returning The Seat To Seating Position
96
Safety Restraints
97
Safety Restraints Precautions
97
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts
98
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
99
Automatic Locking Mode
99
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode
99
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode
100
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode
100
Energy Management Feature
101
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
101
Lap Belts
102
Adjusting The Lap Belt
102
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime
103
Conditions Of Operation
104
Beltminder
104
One Time Disable
106
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature
106
Beltminder Activation And Deactivation Procedure
107
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
107
Safety Belt Maintenance
108
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
108
Important Srs Precautions
109
Children And Airbags
110
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
111
Determining If The System Is Operational
112
Disposal Of Airbags And Airbag Equipped Vehicles
112
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch (If Equipped)
113
Turning The Passenger Airbag Off
113
Turning The Passenger Airbag Back On
114
Child Restraints
114
Nhtsa Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)
115
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)
116
Safety Restraints For Children
117
Important Child Restraint Precautions
117
Children And Safety Belts
118
Child Booster Seats
118
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
118
Types Of Booster Seats
119
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts
120
Safety Seats For Children
121
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats
121
Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts
122
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps
124
Tether Strap Attachment
125
Tether Strap Attachment (Rear Supercab Only)
127
Tires, Wheels And Loading
129
Notice To Utility Vehicle And Truck Owners
129
Vehicle Characteristics
129
4Wd And Awd Systems (If Equipped)
129
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles
130
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading
131
U.s. Department Of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades
131
Treadwear
131
Traction Aa A B C
132
Temperature A B C
132
Glossary Of Tire Terminology
132
Tire Information
132
Inflating Your Tires
133
Tire Inflation
133
Tire Inflation Information
136
Tire Care
137
Inspecting Your Tires
137
Tire Wear
138
Damage
138
U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)
138
Tire Replacement Requirements
139
Safety Practices
139
Highway Hazards
140
Tire And Wheel Alignment
140
Tire Rotation
141
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall
142
Information on "P" Type Tires
143
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for "LT" Type Tires
146
Information on "T" Type Tires
147
Location Of The Tire Label Or Safety Compliance Certification Label
147
Snow Tires And Chains
148
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer
148
Base Curb Weight
148
Vehicle Curb Weight
149
Payload
149
Cargo Weight
150
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)
150
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
151
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)
151
Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
152
Gcw (Gross Combined Weight)
152
Gcwr (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
152
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
153
Tongue Load Or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
153
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit
153
Special Loading Instructions For Owners Of Pickup Trucks And Utility-Type Vehicles
155
Trailer Towing
155
Preparing To Tow
157
Hitches
157
Integrated Hitch Rating
157
Load Equalizing Hitch
158
Safety Chains
158
Trailer Brakes
158
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped)
159
Gain
160
Procedure For Adjusting Gain
160
Explanation Of Instrument Cluster Messages
161
Trailer Lamps
162
Using A Step Bumper (If Equipped)
162
Driving While You Tow
163
Servicing After Towing
163
Trailer Towing Safety Tips
163
Loading
164
Braking
164
Recreational Towing
165
Backing Up
165
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat
165
Driving
167
Starting
167
Positions Of The Ignition
167
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle
167
Important Safety Precautions
168
Starting The Engine
171
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
171
Important Ventilating Information
171
Using The Engine Block Heater (If Equipped)
172
Brakes
172
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)
172
Abs Warning Lamp
173
Using Abs
173
Parking Brake
173
Steering
174
Traction-Lok Axle (If Equipped)
175
Preparing To Drive Your Vehicle
175
Automatic Transmission Operation (If Equipped)
176
Brake-Shift Interlock
176
Understanding The Shift Positions Of The 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
177
Forced Downshifts
179
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow
179
Manual Transmission Operation (If Equipped)
180
Using The Clutch
180
Recommended Shift Speeds
180
Reverse
181
Upshifts When Accelerating (Recommended For Best Fuel Economy)
181
Maximum Downshift Speeds
181
Parking Your Vehicle
182
Removing The Key
182
Reverse Sensing System (If Equipped)
182
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation (If Equipped)
184
Manual Shift On Stop (Msos) 4X4 System (If Equipped)
185
Electronic Shift On The Fly (Esof) 4X4 System (If Equipped)
185
4Wd System Indicator Lights
186
Using A Manual Shift On Stop (Msos) 4Wd System (If Equipped)
186
Shifting From 2H (2Wd High) To 4H (4Wd High)
187
Shifting From 4H (4Wd High) To 2H (2Wd High)
187
Shifting From 4H (4Wd High) To 4L (4Wd Low)
187
Shifting From 4L (4Wd Low) To 4H (4Wd High) Or 2H (2Wd High)
188
Using The N (Neutral) Position
188
Using The Electronic Shift On The Fly (Esof) 4Wd System
189
Positions Of The Electronic Shift System
189
Shifting From 2Wd (2Wd High) To 4X4 High (4Wd High)
189
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 2Wd (2Wd High)
190
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 4X4 Low (4Wd Low)
190
Shifting From 4X4 Low (4Wd Low) To 4X4 High (4Wd High) Or 2Wd
190
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles
191
Basic Operating Principles
191
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement
192
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
192
Emergency Maneuvers
193
Parking
193
4Wd Systems
194
Normal Characteristics
194
Sand
194
Mud And Water
195
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain
196
Driving On Snow And Ice
196
Maintenance And Modifications
197
Vehicle Used As A Stationary Power Source
198
Driving Through Water
198
Snowplowing
199
Installing The Snowplow
199
Operating The Vehicle With The Snowplow Attached
200
Snowplowing With Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
200
Transmission Operation While Plowing
201
Removing The Snowplow Frame Mount
201
Roadside Emergencies
202
Getting Roadside Assistance
202
Using Roadside Assistance
203
Hazard Flasher Switch
204
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
204
Fuses And Relays
205
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color
206
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
206
Fuses Codes
208
Power Distribution Box
211
High-Current Fuses
212
Relays
214
Changing A Flat Tire
214
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
214
Full-Size Matching Spare Tire/Wheel Information
216
Location Of The Spare Tire And Tools
216
Removing The Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only)
217
Tire Change Procedure
218
8–Lug Nut Torque Sequence
224
10–Lug Nut Torque Sequence
224
Stowing The Flat/Spare Tire
225
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
225
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
226
Preparing Your Vehicle
227
Connecting The Jumper Cables
227
Removing The Jumper Cables
230
Wrecker Towing
232
Customer Assistance
234
Additional Assistance
235
Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration Program
238
Ford Extended Service Plan
238
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
240
Cleaning
241
Washing The Exterior
241
Waxing
241
Paint Chips
242
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers
242
Engine
242
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
244
Windows And Wiper Blades
244
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens
244
Interior Trim
245
Interior
245
Leather Seats
245
Scratches
247
Conditioning
247
Underbody
247
Ford, Lincoln And Mercury Car Care Products
248
Maintenance And Specifications
249
Service Recommendations
249
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
249
Working With The Engine Off
249
Working With The Engine On
250
Opening The Hood
250
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment
251
Windshield Washer Fluid
253
Changing The Wiper Blades
254
Checking The Engine Oil
254
Adding Engine Oil
256
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations
257
Battery
258
Checking Engine Coolant
260
Adding Engine Coolant
262
Recycled Engine Coolant
264
Coolant Refill Capacity
264
Severe Climates
264
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling (If Equipped)
265
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
265
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
266
Fuel Filter
266
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels
266
Fuel Information
266
Refueling
268
Fuel Filler Cap
269
Choosing The Right Fuel
270
Octane Recommendations
270
Fuel Quality
270
Cleaner Air
271
Running Out Of Fuel
271
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy
271
Measuring Techniques
271
Calculating Fuel Economy
272
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits
273
Habits
273
Maintenance
273
Conditions
274
Epa Window Sticker
274
Emission Control System
275
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)
276
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
276
Power Steering Fluid
277
Brake Fluid
278
Clutch Fluid (If Equipped)
278
Transmission Fluid
279
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (If Equipped)
279
Low Fluid Level
280
Correct Fluid Level
280
High Fluid Level
280
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
280
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter (If Equipped)
281
Checking And Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (If Equipped)
282
Checking And Adding Transfer Case Fluid (If Equipped)
283
Driveline Universal Joint And Slip Yoke
283
Air Filter Maintenance
283
Changing The Air Filter Element
284
Air Filter(S)
284
Motorcraft Part Numbers
286
Refill Capacities
287
Lubricant Specifications
290
Engine Data
293
Vehicle Dimensions
293
F–250 Regular Cab And Supercab
293
F–250 Crew Cab
294
F–350 (Except Crew Cab)
295
F–350 Crew Cab
296
Identifying Your Vehicle
300
Safety Compliance Certification Label
300
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
300
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
301
Accessories
302
Index
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