Ford 2003 F-350 Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with CD CD changer Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
  • Page 5 Introduction Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment.
  • Page 6 For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter. Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance...
  • Page 7 Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 1–877–840–4338. Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance...
  • Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor Brake Fluid -...
  • Page 9 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...
  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works.
  • Page 11 Instrument Cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position.
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster Check air suspension CHECK (if equipped): Illuminates when SUSP the air suspension switch is turned OFF, the load limit is exceeded or the air suspension requires servicing. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).
  • Page 13: Gauges

    Instrument Cluster Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
  • Page 14 Instrument Cluster Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
  • Page 15 Instrument Cluster Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure.
  • Page 16 If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
  • Page 17: Entertainment Systems

    Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO PUSH SEEK TONE TONE VOL TUNE AM/FM 1. Seek: Press to find the next strong station down/up the frequency band. 2. Tune: Press to manually change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a AM/FM frequency band in radio mode.
  • Page 18: Am/Fm Stereo Cassette

    Entertainment Systems 6. Tone: Press TONE until the PUSH desired level — Bass, Treble, Fade TONE appears on the display. Turn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back (if equipped).
  • Page 19 Entertainment Systems 2. Fade: Press to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 3. CLK: To set the hour, press and hold CLK. Then press SEEK to decrease or increase hours. To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes.
  • Page 20 Entertainment Systems 10. Tune: Works in radio mode only. Press TUNE to change frequency down/up 11. Seek: Press and release for previous/next strong station, selection or track. 12. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 13.
  • Page 21 Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease volume. 2. Scan: Press to hear a brief SCAN sampling of all listenable stations, tape selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 3. CD Door: Insert a CD with the label side up.
  • Page 22 Entertainment Systems 4. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. 5. Eject: Press to eject the cassette/CD. The radio will resume playing. 6. Tape: Press to start tape play. Press to stop tape during rewind/fast forward. CD: Press to start CD play.
  • Page 23 Entertainment Systems 10. Balance: Press BAL; then press to shift sound to the left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 11. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
  • Page 24 Entertainment Systems 18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls. 19. Bass: Press BASS; then press to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press to decrease/increase the treble output. 20. Tune: Works in radio mode only. SEEK Press TUNE to change...
  • Page 25 Entertainment Systems PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK for previous/next strong station, or track of current disc. 2. Rewind: Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind. Fast forward: Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance.
  • Page 26 Entertainment Systems 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press to decrease/increase the treble output. 7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels. Use with MENU to set the clock and engage RDS.
  • Page 27 Entertainment Systems 10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. In CD mode, press to move between CDs. This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).
  • Page 28: Cd Changer

    Entertainment Systems 17. Disc/Tune: Radio: Press to manually tune down or up the frequency band. CD: Press to select the previous or next track on the CD. 18. CD door: Insert a CD label side CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is in one of the following locations: •...
  • Page 29 Entertainment Systems 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A).
  • Page 30 Entertainment Systems To remove discs: 1. Slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazine window. The disc will partially eject. 2. Remove the disc. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used.
  • Page 31 (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 32: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle.
  • Page 33: Manual Heating And Air Conditioning

    Climate Controls 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 34 Climate Controls • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1.
  • Page 35: Lights

    Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.
  • Page 36 Lights Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on.
  • Page 37: Headlamps

    Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps.
  • Page 38: Bulb Replacement

    Lights COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) The dome lamp lights when the control is in the DOOR (left) position, any door is open, the instrument panel switch is pushed past the detent and when any of the remote entry controls are pressed while the ignition is off.
  • Page 39 Lights Function Number of Trade number bulbs Rear fender clearance* Interior visor lamp (if equipped) Rear identification All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer Replace entire lamp assembly; bulb is not serviceable. * Dual rear wheels or if equipped.
  • Page 40 Lights 2. Remove the two screws and parking lamp/side marker assembly by pulling gently 3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the parking lamp/side marker assembly and remove. 4. Remove the four bolts and headlamp bezel. 5. Remove the four screws and the headlamp retaining ring from headlamp.
  • Page 41 Lights 3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs — F250/F350 only 1.
  • Page 42 Lights Replacing brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs — F450/F550 only 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
  • Page 43 Lights Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper.
  • Page 44: Driver Controls

    Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: •...
  • Page 45 Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control.
  • Page 46 Driver Controls Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket garage door openers. To install your garage door opener: 1. Open the storage compartment door. 2. Remove the storage clip and stow it away.
  • Page 47: Power Windows

    Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down.
  • Page 48: Speed Control

    Driver Controls Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. The telescoping feature (if equipped) allows the mirror to extend approximately 76 mm (3 inches). This feature is especially useful to the driver when towing a trailer.
  • Page 49 Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET ACCEL control and release it.
  • Page 50 Driver Controls Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control. Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed:...
  • Page 51 Driver Controls Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. The vehicle speed must be at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
  • Page 52 Driver Controls The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending on your vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same. The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position. Trip computer features are as follows: Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to change the trip...
  • Page 53 Driver Controls 2. Press the E/M and MODE controls simultaneously. The display will illuminate the “AVG” indicator. While the indicator is lit, release both controls to reset the average fuel economy. Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty.
  • Page 54 Driver Controls Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.
  • Page 55 Driver Controls 3. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately eight seconds, the trip computer will enter CAL mode. CAL mode is indicated when the display lights the “CAL” indicator. 4. Release both controls. The display will return to normal, except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated.
  • Page 56: Locks And Security

    Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to unlock all doors.
  • Page 57: Locks

    Locks and Security Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door.
  • Page 58 Locks and Security Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key. • lock all the vehicle doors without a key. • activate the personal alarm. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.
  • Page 59 Locks and Security The UNLOCK feature will work again after: • a door has become ajar, • the ignition is turned to the ON position, or • using the UNLOCK control on your remote entry transmitter. Power door unlock disable feature — activation/deactivation Please see your dealer in order to activate/deactivate this feature.
  • Page 60 Locks and Security Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming.
  • Page 61 Locks and Security The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.
  • Page 62 Locks and Security Deactivating/activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds.
  • Page 63: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: 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. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 64 Seating and Safety Restraints 40/20/40 split bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the handle on the side of the seat up to recline the seat. •...
  • Page 65 Seating and Safety Restraints To gain access to the storage compartment in your armrest, lift the latch to open the lid. The lid cannot be opened in the upright position. Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the bar to move the seat forward or rearward.
  • Page 66 Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.
  • Page 67 Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: •...
  • Page 68: Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints RETURNING THE SEAT TO SEATING POSITION Always be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 1.
  • Page 69 Seating and Safety Restraints Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only.
  • Page 70 Seating and Safety Restraints The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement.
  • Page 71 Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
  • Page 72 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt replacement label The short plastic boot on the front safety belt at the passenger outboard anchor location covers a “Replace Belt” label on the safety belt. In the event of a collision, the colored label (REPLACE BELT) may become visible.
  • Page 73 Seating and Safety Restraints pretensioner. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this could interfere with the functioning of the pretensioner. For the SuperCab and CrewCab base bench seats and all Regular Cab seating positions, the safety belts are equipped with a retractor pretensioner. The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate only during certain frontal or near-frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration.
  • Page 74 Seating and Safety Restraints • 4–door Super Cab (if equipped) To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.
  • Page 75 Seating and Safety Restraints If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The BeltMinder feature is buckled before the vehicle has activated - the safety belt warning reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) light illuminates and the warning and 1-2 minutes have elapsed chime sounds for 6 seconds every since the ignition switch has been 30 seconds, repeating for...
  • Page 76 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. “Belts wrinkle my Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more clothes” than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted.
  • Page 77 Seating and Safety Restraints • The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled. • The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure). To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle.
  • Page 78 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
  • Page 79: Air Bags

    Seating and Safety Restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DIESEL FUEL ONLY km/h RPM x 1000 ACCEL Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.
  • Page 80 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position.
  • Page 81 Seating and Safety Restraints Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. An infant in a rear-facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger air bag. Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unless the passenger air bag is turned off.
  • Page 82 Seating and Safety Restraints restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation.
  • Page 83 If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
  • Page 84 If the OFF light is illuminated when the passenger air bag switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. The passenger side air bag should always be ON (the air bag OFF light...
  • Page 85: Child Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints If your vehicle has rear seats, always transport children who are 12 and younger in the rear seat. Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child in a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, the passenger air bag must be turned OFF.
  • Page 86 Seating and Safety Restraints • the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’s physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. 3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician: •...
  • Page 87 Seating and Safety Restraints • the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’s physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the child’s condition. 3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician: •...
  • Page 88 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 89 Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? •...
  • Page 90 Seating and Safety Restraints The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips, never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition.
  • Page 91 (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with a tether anchor.
  • Page 92 Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Never place a rear facing child seat in front of an active bag.
  • Page 93 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until...
  • Page 94 Seating and Safety Restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt.
  • Page 95 Seating and Safety Restraints The SuperCab rear seat has three straps behind the top of the seat back that function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchor loops. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown.
  • Page 96 Seating and Safety Restraints installing the child seat. Refer to the Folding down the rear seats section in this chapter for information on how to operate the rear seats. 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. • Front seat (SuperCab only) •...
  • Page 97 Seating and Safety Restraints Many tether straps cannot be tightened if the tether strap is hooked to the loop directly behind the child seat. To provide a tight tether strap: 1. Route the tether strap through the loop directly behind the child seat.
  • Page 98: Driving

    Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. For vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, you must depress the ignition release lever to release the key.
  • Page 99 Driving Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
  • Page 100 Driving If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set.
  • Page 101 Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate.
  • Page 102: Brakes

    Driving Using the engine block heater (if equipped) Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle.
  • Page 103 Driving emergency stops by keeping the rear brakes from locking. The front wheels, however, may still lock since they are not controlled by the RABS. Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; this is normal. RABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position.
  • Page 104 Driving Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.
  • Page 105 Driving hold the brake pedal down, release the parking brake, then try pushing the parking brake pedal further down. Chock the wheels if required. If the parking brake cannot hold the weight of the vehicle, the parking brake may need to be serviced. STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system: •...
  • Page 106: Transmission Operation

    Driving Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions.
  • Page 107 Driving Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
  • Page 108 Driving N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through four.
  • Page 109 Driving • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission) To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your 4R100 automatic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy.
  • Page 110 Driving 3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator. Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.
  • Page 111 Driving Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push the release lever (located above the ignition), then turn the key toward you and remove the key.
  • Page 112 Driving The RSS detects obstacles up to 2 meters (6 ft.) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases.
  • Page 113 Driving FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement; driveline damage may occur. If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is moving, the 4WD system will not engage.
  • Page 114 Driving Engage or disengage the 4WD system by: • rotating the control for both front wheel hub locks from the FREE or LOCK position, then • manually engage or disengage the transfer case with the floor-mounted shifter For increased fuel economy in 2WD, rotate both hub locks to the FREE position.
  • Page 115 Driving Note: Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping. Shifting to/from 4L (4WD Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Depress the brake. 3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place the transmission in N (Neutral);...
  • Page 116 Driving 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4WD Low) will not engage while the vehicle is moving; this is normal and should be no reason for concern.
  • Page 117 Driving Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning.
  • Page 118 Driving If your vehicle gets stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
  • Page 119 Driving Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions.
  • Page 120 Driving sounds. This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and the automatic locking hubs engaging and is not cause for concern. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain.
  • Page 121 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 122 Driving Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral; instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control.
  • Page 123 If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD for off-road use with tires larger than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you should not use these tires for highway driving. If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford Motor Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure.
  • Page 124 For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
  • Page 125 Driving The PTO can be used during mobile and stationary continuous/intermittent applications. PTO operation is disabled while the vehicle is in Overdrive (the TCIL will not be illuminated), in N (Neutral), during engine cranking. Transmission upshift and downshift schedules will be reduced by about 15% and will have a firmer shift feel during PTO mobile applications.
  • Page 126 Driving • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver’s door pillar. • GCW (Gross Combined Weight): The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer.
  • Page 127: Trailer Towing

    Driving Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
  • Page 128 Driving Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 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, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
  • Page 129 Driving F-250 Regular Cab Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L (without 4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (12500) fifth wheel) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30 9072 (20000) 6260 (13800) wheel) 4x4 with automatic transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500)
  • Page 130 Driving F-250 SuperCab Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30 9072 (20000) 6305 (13900) wheel) 4x4 with manual transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 3221 (7100) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 3901 (8600) 6.8L...
  • Page 131 Driving F-250 Crew Cab Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with automatic transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 3311 (7300) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 3992 (8800) 6.8L 3.73 7711 (17000) 4853 (10700) 6.8L (without 4.30...
  • Page 132 Driving F-350 Regular Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 4218 (9300) 6.8L 3.73 7484 (16500) 4853 (10700) 6.8L (without 4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (12500) fifth wheel) 6.8L (with fifth...
  • Page 133 Driving F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with manual transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 3447 (7600) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 4128 (9100) 6.8L 3.73 7484 (16500) 4672 (10300)
  • Page 134 Driving F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30 9072 (20000) 5897 (13000) wheel) F-350 SuperCab Single Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio...
  • Page 135 Driving F-350 SuperCab Single Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x4 with automatic transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 3221 (7100) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 3901 (8600) 6.8L 3.73 7711 (17000) 4763 (10500) 6.8L (without...
  • Page 136 Driving F-350 SuperCab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 3810 (8400) 6.8L 3.73 7484 (16500) 4400 (9700) 6.8L (without 4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (12500) fifth wheel) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30...
  • Page 137 Driving F-350 Crew Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L (without 4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (12500) fifth wheel) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30 9072 (20000) 6169 (13600) wheel) 4x4 with manual transmission 5.4L...
  • Page 138 Driving F-350 Crew Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with automatic transmission 6.8L 3.73 7711 (17000) 4672 (10300) 6.8L (without 4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (12500) fifth wheel) 6.8L (with fifth 4.30...
  • Page 139 Driving F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L 3.73 7711 (17000) 4808 (10600) 4x4 with manual transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 3084 (6800) 5.4L 4.10...
  • Page 140 Driving F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L 4.30 9072 (20000) 5806 (12800) 4x4 with automatic transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 2948 (6500) 5.4L 4.10...
  • Page 141 Driving F-350 SuperCab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with manual transmission 6.8L 3.73 7484 (16500) 4264 (9400) 6.8L 4.30 9072 (20000) 5851 (12900) 4x2 with automatic transmission 6.8L...
  • Page 142 Driving F-350 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L 3.73 7484 (16500) 4128 (9100) 4x4 with automatic transmission 5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500) 2858 (6300) 5.4L 4.10...
  • Page 143 Driving F-450 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with manual transmission 6.8L 4.88/5.38 9979 (22000) 6577 (14500) 4x2 with automatic transmission 6.8L 4.88 10886 (24000)
  • Page 144 Driving F-450 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 4x2 with manual transmission 6.8L 4.88/5.38 9979 (22000) 6350 (14000) 4x2 with automatic transmission 6.8L 4.88 10886 (24000)
  • Page 145 Driving F-550 SuperCab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing) Engine Rear axle Maximum GCWR - Maximum ratio kg (lbs.) trailer weight - kg (lbs.) 6.8L 5.38 11793 (26000) 8255 (18200) 4x4 with automatic transmission 6.8L 4.88 10886 (24000) 7121 (15700) 6.8L 5.38...
  • Page 146 Driving 2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is within 0–13 mm (0.5 in) of the reference point.
  • Page 147 Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. •...
  • Page 148 Note: Ford does not install snowplows. For low speed snow removal, Ford offers a Snowplow Package Option on select 4x4 vehicles. To assist Ford dealers and equipment installers further prepare the vehicle for snowplowing, Ford includes instructions...
  • Page 149 (TARC) and tire inflation pressures are found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on one of the vehicle’s door jambs. This label is applied to all vehicles completed by Ford Motor Company. Incomplete vehicles built by Ford Motor Company will have an Incomplete Vehicle Label in place of the Safety Compliance Label.
  • Page 150 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
  • Page 151 Driving Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. Engine temperature while plowing When driving with a snowplow, your engine may run at a higher temperature than normal because the attached snowplow blade will restrict airflow to the radiator.
  • Page 152: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...
  • Page 153: Hazard Flasher Switch

    Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.
  • Page 154: Fuses And Relays

    Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, by the kick panel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button.
  • Page 155 Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
  • Page 156 Roadside Emergencies To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description 15A* Adjustable pedals 20A* Not used 20A* Not used 20A* Power point - instrument panel...
  • Page 157 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description 20A* Cigar lighter/OBD II Power mirrors/switches 15A* Daytime running lamps (DRL) 10A* Not used 15A* Not used 15A* Exterior lamps 20A* Turn lamps/Brake on-off switch (high) 10A* Body security module/4x4 module —...
  • Page 158 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description 20A* Fuel pump 10A* Instrument cluster 15A* Delayed accessory 10A* Fog lamps 10A* Not used 10A* Ignition switch Run/Start feed 10A* Left-hand lowbeam 10A* Right-hand lowbeam 10A* Not used 30A** Trailer tow electric brake 30A**...
  • Page 159: Changing Tires

    Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description — Powertrain (EEC) relay — Injector driver module relay (Diesel engine only) — Not used — Trailer tow battery charge relay — Delayed accessory relay — Starter relay * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses ***Circuit Breaker CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving:...
  • Page 160 Roadside Emergencies Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: Tool Location Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Jack, jack handle and lug wrench Regular cab, crew cab and SuperCab without rear bench seat: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side...
  • Page 161 Roadside Emergencies 3. Fully insert the jack handle through the bumper hole and into the guide tube. The key and lock will engage with a slight push and counterclockwise turn. Some resistance will be felt when turning the jack handle assembly. 4.
  • Page 162 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.
  • Page 163 Roadside Emergencies • Front (4x2) • Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into the notched area next to the differential housing.
  • Page 164 Roadside Emergencies • Rear Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack.
  • Page 165 Roadside Emergencies The following steps apply to F350 Chassis Cab F450/F550 only: 12. Slide the notched end of the jack handle over the release valve and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle. Make sure the valve is closed by turning it clockwise.
  • Page 166 Roadside Emergencies • Front passenger side (4x4) • Rear 14. Insert the jack handle into the pump linkage. 15. Use an up-and-down motion with the jack handle to raise the wheel completely off the ground. Hydraulic jacks are equipped with a pressure release valve that prevents lifting loads which exceed the jack’s rated capacity.
  • Page 167 200-225 150-165 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads.
  • Page 168: Jump Starting

    Roadside Emergencies 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components at the end of the cable. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position underneath the vehicle.
  • Page 169 Roadside Emergencies 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
  • Page 170 Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
  • Page 171 Roadside Emergencies 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery.
  • Page 172 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
  • Page 173: Wrecker Towing

    Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift or a slingbelt with T-hooks.
  • Page 174 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
  • Page 175: Customer Assistance

    Ford Customer Relationship Center. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
  • Page 176 P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: • Your telephone number (home and business) •...
  • Page 177 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Please contact your dealer for further information. Since this information is subject to...
  • Page 178 Customer Assistance • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law.
  • Page 179 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
  • Page 180 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
  • Page 181 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
  • Page 182 Customer Assistance If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S.
  • Page 183: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.
  • Page 184: Cleaning

    Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
  • Page 185 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA), available from your dealer. ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
  • Page 186 Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly.
  • Page 187 For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
  • Page 188 Cleaning LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH F–250 AND F–350 CREWCAB) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the leather. For King Ranch F-250 and F-350 CrewCab leather seats, refer to separate section in this chapter. •...
  • Page 189 Cleaning SCRATCHES In order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wear marks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the same instructions as in the Conditioning section. CONDITIONING Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the King Ranch Saddle Shop.
  • Page 190 Cleaning FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 191: Maintenance And Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
  • Page 192 Maintenance and Specifications • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1.
  • Page 193: Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Engine oil dipstick 2. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 3.
  • Page 194: Engine Oil

    In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
  • Page 195 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable.
  • Page 196 Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
  • Page 197: Battery

    Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules.
  • Page 198 Maintenance and Specifications When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
  • Page 199 Maintenance and Specifications • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide.
  • Page 200 Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. COLD FILL RANGE • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “cold fill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application).
  • Page 201 • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section).
  • Page 202 Maintenance and Specifications For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
  • Page 203 Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A.
  • Page 204 Maintenance and Specifications • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage.
  • Page 205: Fuel Information

    Maintenance and Specifications Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage. When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution.
  • Page 206 Maintenance and Specifications Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle.
  • Page 207 Maintenance and Specifications When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container.
  • Page 208 Maintenance and Specifications be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
  • Page 209 Auto Makers’ Choice logo. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.
  • Page 210 Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver.
  • Page 211 Maintenance and Specifications • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in kilometers or miles).
  • Page 212 Maintenance and Specifications • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
  • Page 213 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
  • Page 214 Maintenance and Specifications Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
  • Page 215 Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20° – 80° F (-7° –...
  • Page 216 Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes.
  • Page 217 Maintenance and Specifications However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]).
  • Page 218 Maintenance and Specifications The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C COLD DO NOT ADD [150°F-170°F]). DON'T ADD IF IN CROSSHATCHED AREA • CHECK WHEN HOT IDLING IN PARK The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).
  • Page 219 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter.
  • Page 220: Air Filter(S)

    Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication.
  • Page 221 Maintenance and Specifications Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element (gasoline engines only) 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air filter element in place. 2.
  • Page 222 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
  • Page 223 Maintenance and Specifications which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 224 Maintenance and Specifications Tire inflation information The F450 and F550 vehicles are equipped with a tire that is an all-steel radial. All-steel radial tires utilize steel cords in the sidewalls, and also require increased inflation pressures of up to 95 psi. As such, they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires.
  • Page 225 Maintenance and Specifications • Four tire rotation • Five tire rotation...
  • Page 226 Maintenance and Specifications • DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dual rear wheels it is recommended that front and rear tires (in pairs) be rotated only side to side, with the rear tires maintaining original vehicle position.
  • Page 227 Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, speed rating, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, “Touring”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires.
  • Page 228: Part Numbers

    *Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers. **Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Front axle...
  • Page 229 Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Brake fluid (and Motorcraft High Fill to line or clutch fluid-if Performance step (for clutch) equipped) DOT 3 Motor on reservoir Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine coolant Motorcraft 5.4L V8 engine 25.0L (26.4...
  • Page 230 Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Fuel tank Mid-ship tank 71.9L (19.0 (optional on gallons) Chassis Cab) Right side 87.1L (23.0 saddle mounted gallons) tank (optional on Chassis Cab) Short box 109.8L (29.0 gallons) Long box 143.9L (38.0...
  • Page 231 Maintenance and Specifications Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle.
  • Page 232: Lubricant Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford part Ford part Ford Item name or number specification equivalent High E8TZ-19590–A ESA-M1C198–A Temperature Spindle bearing 4X4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease Front axle Hypoid Gear Oil C6AZ-19580–E ESW-M2C105–A (4X4) SAE 90 Motorcraft SAE XY-75W140–QL...
  • Page 233 Maintenance and Specifications Ford part Ford part Ford Item name or number specification equivalent Engine coolant Motorcraft VC-4–A (in ESE-M97B44-A Premium Engine Canada, Coolant Motorcraft (green-colored) CXC-10) Motorcraft VC-7–A WSS-M97B51-A1 Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Motorcraft SAE XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H 5W-20 Premium...
  • Page 234 Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
  • Page 235 Maintenance and Specifications fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON and MERCON V) in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON may cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. ENGINE DATA Engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Cubic inches Required fuel...
  • Page 236 Maintenance and Specifications Dimension Body style Regular Regular Super Cab Super Cab Cab 4x2 Cab 4x4 (5) Overall 5 756 mm 5 756 mm 5 878 mm 5 878 mm length (226.6 in) (226.6 in) (231.4 in) (231.4 in) 6 289 mm 6 289 mm (247.6 in) (247.6 in)
  • Page 237 Maintenance and Specifications F350–except Crew Cab Dimension Body style Chassis Chassis Regular Super Cab Cab — Cab — Cab Style Style Side Regular Super Cab Side (1) Overall 1 924 mm 1 928 mm 1 938 mm 1 952 mm height (75.7 in) (75.9 in)
  • Page 238 Maintenance and Specifications Dimension Body style Chassis Chassis Regular Super Cab Cab — Cab — Cab Style Style Side Regular Super Cab Side 3 576 mm 4 110 mm 3 480 mm 3 602 mm Wheelbase (140.8 in) (161.8 in) (137.0 in) (141.8 in) 4 186 mm...
  • Page 239 Maintenance and Specifications Body style Dimension Crew chassis Crew cab-short Crew cab — long box (2b) Track — 1 729 mm 1 729 mm 1 729 mm Rear (68.1 in) (68.1 in) (68.1 in) 1 803 mm 1 880 mm 1 880 mm (74.0 in) (74.0 in)
  • Page 240 Maintenance and Specifications Dimension Body style Regular Regular Super Cab Crew Cab Chassis Chassis Chassis 4x2 Chassis 4x4 4x2/4x4 4x2/4x4 (2) Track 1 736 mm 1 736 mm 1 736 mm 1 736 mm (Front / (68.4 in) / (68.4 in) / (68.4 in) / (68.4 in) / Rear)
  • Page 241 Maintenance and Specifications F550 Dimension Body style Regular Regular Crew Cab Crew Cab Chassis Chassis Chassis Chassis Cab 4x2 Cab 4x4 Cab 4x2 Cab 4x4 (1) Overall 2 076 mm 2 075 mm 2 067 mm 2 066 mm height (81.7 in) (81.7 in) (81.4 in)
  • Page 242 Maintenance and Specifications Dimension Body style Regular Regular Crew Cab Crew Cab Chassis Chassis Chassis Chassis Cab 4x2 Cab 4x4 Cab 4x2 Cab 4x4 (5) Overall 5 733 mm 5 733 mm 6 632 mm 6 632 mm length (225.7 in) (225.7 in) (261.1 in) (261.1 in)
  • Page 243 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
  • Page 244 Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 1.
  • Page 245: Accessories

    Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
  • Page 246 Accessories Travel equipment Adjustable Towing System Auto headlamp system with Daytime Running Lights (DRL) Bed Tent Box Aluminum Rack cargo storage systems (Trac Rac) Daytime running lights (DRL) Electrochromic inside mirror with compass Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display Fog lights Battery Warmer Highway safety and first aid kit...
  • Page 247 Accessories Bedliners Carpet floor mats Cap (hard, color keyed – Leer supplier branded) Cap (commercial – Leer supplier branded) Cleaners, waxes and polishes Diamond plate bed rail caps Diamond plate front box protection Diamond plate splash guards Diamond plate tool box Door edge guards Fender flares Flat splash guards...
  • Page 248 (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle’s operation.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment.
  • Page 249: Index

    Index jumping a disabled battery ..168 maintenance-free ....197 replacement, specifications ...228 Accessory delay ......47 servicing ........197 Air bag supplemental restraint BeltMinder ........74 system ..........79 and child safety seats ....80 Brakes ........102 description ........79 anti-lock ......102–104 disposal ........83 anti-lock brake system (ABS) driver air bag ......81 warning light ......103 indicator light ......82...
  • Page 250 ......168 Cruise control Emission control system ..213 (see Speed control) ....48 Engine ........235 Customer Assistance ....152 cleaning ........185 Ford accessories for your coolant ........199 vehicle ........190 diesel ...........6 Ford Extended Service fail-safe coolant ......204 Plan ..........177 idle speed control ....197...
  • Page 251 Index refill capacities ......228 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ....207 specifications ....232, 235 Gas mileage Exhaust fumes ......102 (see Fuel economy) ....210 Gauges .........13 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Fail safe cooling ......204 Rating) ........125 Fluid capacities ......228 calculating .......127 definition .........125 Foglamps ........36 driving with a heavy load ..125 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..113...
  • Page 252 Index Instrument panel Locks cleaning ........187 autolock ........61 cluster ........10 childproof ........57 lighting up panel and Lubricant specifications ...232, 235 interior ........37 Lumbar support, seats ....67 Jump-starting your vehicle ..168 Manual transmission ....109 fluid capacities ......228 lubricant specifications ..235 reverse ........110 Keyless entry system autolock ........61 Message center ......51...
  • Page 253 Index fluid, refill capacity ....228 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...159 fluid, specifications ..232, 235 Spark plugs, Power Windows ......47 specifications .....228, 235 Preparing to drive your Special notice ........7 vehicle ........105 ambulance conversions ....6 diesel-powered vehicles .....6 four-wheel drive vehicles ..151 utility-type vehicles ....6 Radio ......17–18, 21, 25 Specification chart,...
  • Page 254 Index fluid, checking and adding (manual) .........219 fluid, refill capacities ....228 Warning lights (see Lights) ..10 lubricant specifications ..232, 235 Washer fluid ......194 manual operation ....109 Water, Driving through .....125 Turn signal ........37 Windows power .........47 Vehicle dimensions ....235 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........44 Vehicle Identification Number checking and adding fluid ..194...

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