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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Manual heating and air conditioning Dual electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Upfitter controls 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 2 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ AdvanceTrac Hill descent control Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 3 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 4 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2010 Ford Motor Company...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction 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 6 Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 7 Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 8 Builders Advisory Service at http://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/ and then by selecting “Contact Us” or by phone at 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 usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires.
  • Page 9 EDR. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder...
  • Page 10 If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information.
  • Page 11 WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle.
  • Page 12 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 13 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 15: Instrument Cluster

    If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 16 If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 17 This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component. Engine oil pressure (RTT and static warning light): Displays when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 18 Tow/Haul feature has been activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 19 Electronic locking differential (RTT and static) (if equipped): Displays when using the electronic locking differential. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 20 Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 21: Gauges

    Refer to Special operating conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 22: Message Center

    The message center display is located in the instrument cluster and the controls are located on the steering wheel. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 23 The running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. XX.X AVG MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 24 If you answer yes, the message center will display EXHST POSITION SEE MANUAL to remind the operator to choose a safe vehicle location to allow exhaust filter cleaning. EXHST POSITION SAFE? Y/N will 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 25 8. TBC GAIN = XX.X (if equipped) 9. FUEL LEVEL 10. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey™ is programmed) 11. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED 12. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 26 This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 27 6. To exit the zone setting mode, and to “lock in” your change: • press and release the SETUP button or, • press INFO button to exit or, • wait four seconds and the zone will be “locked in”. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 28 TRAILER SWAY (if equipped) This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway, Press RESET to turn it off or on. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 29 DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger’s door is not completely closed. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 30 Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 31 TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey™ is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 32 Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER DISCONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime when a trailer connection becomes 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 33 TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 34 0 (zero) and the engine is sufficiently warm enough to drive in extremely cold weather (refer to the engine warming please wait message description mentioned previously). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 35 (exhaust soot). After the particles are burned off, the exhaust temperature will fall back to normal levels. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 36 The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 37 SCR system. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 38 The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode upon refueling the vehicle. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replaced to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 39 To prevent this, use an anti-gel additive. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. If the low fuel pressure message persistently appears after...
  • Page 40 Press the up/down buttons to move up/down through the message center choices. Press the left/right buttons to move left/right through the message center choices. Press the OK button to select highlighted options and confirm choices/messages. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 41 • Average MPG (L/100km) — shows the average distance traveled per unit of fuel used for a given trip. • Odometer — shows the vehicle’s total accumulated distance. This value cannot be reset. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 42 The duration time can be changed as follows: Duration– Press the right arrow key (when in the Fuel Hist. menu) to reach the following duration choices. • 5 Minutes • 10 Minutes 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 43 Trailer menu (vehicle must be equipped with factory installed trailer brake controller). The following information is displayed: • Active trailer name or default trailer. • Accumulated trailer distance. • Trailer gain and output. • Trailer disconnected 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 44 Information Press the right arrow button when this is highlighted Screen to display information on the following vehicle features: Tow Haul mode, Trailer Brake Controller. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 45 Trailer Brake Electric or Elect. Over Hydraulic Mode Trailer Sway On/Off Control Vehicle Autolamp Delay Off or XXX seconds Compass Zone Setting (1–15) See the diagram below to determine your magnetic zone. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 46 Oil Life Reset Set to XXX% (Press and hold OK to set). (gas engine only) Duration 5, 10 or 15 minutes, Off Remote Start System Enable/Disable Wiper Control Courtesy Wipe On/Off 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 47 MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed) MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmed MyKey) System Check Oil Life Engine Hours Engine Idle Hours Doors Exhaust Fluid Level (diesel only) Brakes Tire Pressure 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 48 • Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing OK. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 49 (on, off, on, off) within 10 seconds. CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the coolant additive needs to be checked. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 50 If the vehicle restarts, there may be limited power. If the exhaust over-temperature condition reoccurs, the message center will display 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 51 Displayed in extremely cold weather, typically below –15°F (–26°C), if the engine block heater is not utilized. The engine will not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds; this is done so the engine oil 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 52 The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 53 — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is empty. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 54 To prevent this, use an anti-gel additive. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. If the low fuel pressure message persistently appears after re-fueling during...
  • Page 55 Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 56 TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 57 SLOW VEHICLE TO XX MPH FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic locking differential mode has not been met. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 58 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey™ in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. CHECK REAR PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 59 WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) — Displayed if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 60: Entertainment Systems

    AUDIO WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 61 You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18. 5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 62: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd

    (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 63 (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 64 AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 65 In Folder mode, pressing SEEK, SEEK will scroll only through tracks within the selected folder. Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 66 OK: Use in various menu selections. If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES) please refer to the Family entertainment DVD system section later in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 67 CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 68 If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. (CD eject): Press to eject a 18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up in the CD slot. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 69: Auxiliary Input Jack

    Auxiliary input jack (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 70 The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 71: Usb Port

    USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
  • Page 72 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) 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. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
  • Page 73 .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 74: Satellite Radio Information

    • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 75 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
  • Page 76 The system is working properly. NO TEXT Song title information Song title information not not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 77: Navigation System

    Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC , a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 78: Climate Controls

    : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 4. A/C (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 79 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 80 5. 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. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 81: Dual Electronic Automatic Temperature Control

    • : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 82 Passenger cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 83 A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 84: Rear Window Defroster

    This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 85 • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off, based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle). • Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 86: Lights

    To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp control to off. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 87 High beams Pull the lever fully past the detent to activate. Pull the lever fully again to deactivate. Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 88 (up/down) using the procedure following. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant and should not normally need adjustment. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 89 (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line. 6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 90: Turn Signal Control

    INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps (if equipped) To turn on the map lamps, press the control next to each lamp. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 91: Bulb Replacement

    • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 92 * Dual rear wheels, or if equipped. ** See your authorized dealer to replace the lamp assembly. Replacing headlamps, park lamps, turn lamps 1. Make sure that the exterior lamps are off, then open the hood. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 93 10. For the headlamp bulb, remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 94 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 95 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the bulb(s) in reverse order. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 96 3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 97: Driver Controls

    When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 98: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 99 • 110V AC power point outlet on the rear of the console • Rear cupholders WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 100 • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 101 Refer to the indicator light code below for the power point status. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 102: Power Windows

    Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 103 With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 104 R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 105: Mirrors

    Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully before driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 106 Should this occur, wait approximately ⁄ minutes for the system to reset and function to return to normal. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 107 Memory mirrors (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the outside rearview mirrors. For more information on this feature, refer to Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 108 WARNING: Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 109: Speed Control

    2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press and release SET +. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The green indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 110 To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 111 Press and hold VOICE to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press and hold to end call or exit phone mode. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 112: Upfitter Controls

    If your vehicle is equipped with this option, there will also be a relay box located on the driver side end of the instrument panel. See your authorized dealer for service. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 CAC05 Yellow AUX 2 CAC06 Green with Brown Trace AUX 3 CAC07 Violet with Green Trace AUX 4 CAC08 Brown More detailed information about Upfitter switches can be found at https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 114 The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of the vehicle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 115 Car2U system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist you in programming the transmitter. Additional Car2U system information can be found on-line at www.learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U system help line at 1-866-572-2728. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 116 Note: Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 117 If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous steps in this section. After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 118 When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.” When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.” When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.” 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 119 6. The indicator light will (begin to) blink rapidly until programming is complete. If your garage door opener does not operate following these steps, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, call the toll-free Car2U help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 120 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes and modifications to the Car2U system transmitter by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the equipment. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 121 • Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock. • Turn ignition key to the left to unlock. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 122 9. Lift tailgate to a 80-degree angle from horizontal. 10. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to the right. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 123 To close the tailgate step: 1. Close the step panel, then lift and fully close the tailgate step into the tailgate. 2. Slide the latch at the bottom of the handle, then lower the handle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 124 Note: This feature is not intended for off-road usage. To open the bed extender into tailgate mode: 1. Pull the locking pin toward the center of the vehicle. 2. Open the latches to release the panels. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 125 5. Ensure the latch rod is inserted into the tailgate hole and the locking pins on both sides are engaged into their holes in the pick-up box. 6. Reverse steps for storage of the bed extender. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 126 To open the bed extender into grocery mode, follow Steps 1–4 by rotating the panels away from the tailgate. Close the tailgate. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 127: Locks And Security

    MyKeys™ and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and how many total miles have been driven with the MyKey™ active. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 128 MYKEY will be displayed. 3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed. 4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 129 4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the <…>. 5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be displayed. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional settings. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 130 Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey™ system warnings displays. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 131 2. In addition to the key that you have already programmed as a MyKey™, owners of vehicles equipped with traditional keys may want to program the non Ford-approved remote start system as a MyKey™ if the remote start fob is used by the MyKey™ driver.
  • Page 132 Locks and Security Note: For all vehicles with a non Ford-approved remote start installed, it is possible to program all “real” keys as MyKeys™, in which case, you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys by doing the following: 1.
  • Page 133 • SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is disabled or in unlimited mode. • Vehicle has been started using a non Ford-approved remote start system that is programmed as MyKey™. Refer to Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section.
  • Page 134 Locks and Security Condition Potential Causes • Vehicle has a non Ford-approved I accidentally programmed all keys as MyKeys™ remote start system that is recognized as an admin key. Refer to the Using MyKey™ with remote start systems section to reset all MyKeys™ as admin keys.

  • Page 135: Locks

    • the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h) for greater than two seconds. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 136 (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 137 • or by using the instrument cluster message center (if equipped). Refer to Optional message center in the Driver controls chapter. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 138 5. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 139 There are two possible types of IKTs: vehicles with the remote start feature will have the IKT shown. Vehicle’s without remote start will not have the remote start button 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 140 Note: The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section) if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 141 Press to automatically move the driver seat, power mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position. (The seat position corresponds to the transmitter being used). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 142 3. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT) or intelligent access key (IA key) uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 143 The interior lamps and parking lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 144 • The feature has been disabled. • The hood is not closed. • Two remote vehicle starts have already been attempted within the last hour. • The vehicle is not in P (Park). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 145 You can disable or enable the remote start system through the message center. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 146 • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 147: Anti-Theft System

    Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)
  • Page 148 If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 149 If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 150 Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door or hood is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 151: Seating And Safety Restraints

    (4). To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 152 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 153 To reinstall the non-adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 154 Make sure that the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the release lever handle located on the side of the seat up to move the seatback forward or backward. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 155 To gain access to the under-seat storage compartment (if equipped) in your seat cushion, lift the latch to open the lid. The lid cannot be opened when the armrest is down. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 156 Move the rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the seat cushion. Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward or backward. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 157 Turn the lumbar support forward toward the front of the vehicle for more support. Turn the lumbar support backward toward the rear of the vehicle for less support. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 158 Cooler settings are indicated by more indicator lights. If the engine falls below 350 rpm while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 159 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Push up on the outside rigid edge of the filter until the tabs are released, then rotate the air filter toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Remove filter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 160 The seat will move to the final position when the key is in the ignition (if easy entry feature is enabled). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 161 4. Cycle the ignition key between the off position and the on position a total of three times ending with the ignition in the off position. 5. Engage the forward or rearward seat switch. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 162 • and two guide sleeve unlock/remove buttons (3). Removal of the second-row non-adjustable head restraints is the same as the front row center head restraint. Refer to Front-row center non-adjustable head restraint in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 163 1. Pull control on the side of the seat to release seat cushion from storage position. 2. Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 164 1. Pull control on the side of the seat to release seat cushion from storage position. 2. Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 165 Lift up the lever and flip up the seat cushion to access the storage space and the power point (1). To remove the storage space divider, squeeze the sides and lift it from the storage tub. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 166: Safety Restraints

    Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 167 (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 168 Belt sensitive mode Combination lap and shoulder belts can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 169 How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 170 Refer to the Child restraint and safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. WARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 171 Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 172 The driver’s safety belt is The Belt-Minder feature will not buckled while the safety belt activate. indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding... 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 173 “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 174 • the gearshift is in P (Park) • the ignition switch is in the off position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled • the parklamps/headlamps are in the off position 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 175 After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 176: Airbags

    WARNING: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 177 WARNING: Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 178 WARNING: Front seating positions only: If seating two adults and a child, Ford recommends properly restraining the child in the center front seating position, but only if doing so will not interfere with driving the vehicle. This arrangement provides lap and shoulder belt and airbag protection for adult occupants and an attachment method for a child restraint.
  • Page 179 • seat-mounted side airbags (if equipped) . Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter • Safety Canopy System (if equipped). Refer to Safety Canopy System later in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 180 SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See an authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 181 Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 182 WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy System is provided. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 183 The Safety Canopy will not interfere with children restrained using a properly installed child or booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 184 A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light as for front airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 185 Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 186 WARNING: An infant in a rear-facing seat faces a high risk of serious or fatal injuries from a deploying passenger airbag. Rear facing infant seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unless the passenger airbag is turned off. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 187 If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA/Transport Canada deactivation criteria turning OFF the airbag can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 188 • the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 189 • the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the infant’s condition. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 190 ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria. Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles See authorized dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 191: Child Restraints

    Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and consult your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 192 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 193 A safety seat that is improperly installed or utilized, is inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or death. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 194 Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 195 Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 196: Installing The Child Safety Seat

    WARNING: An airbag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats, unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off, See Passenger airbag on/off switch. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 197 (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 198 It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 199 There should be no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
  • Page 200 Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 201 6. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 202: With Tether Straps

    1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 8. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed. In Canada, check with your local St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST.
  • Page 203 • F-Series Crew Cab Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 204 4. Remove tether cover. 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. • Front seats (Regular Cab) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 205 If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap, and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use, Ford also recommends its use. Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only) There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat (along the bottom edge of the rear window) in the SuperCab.
  • Page 206 For example, the center loop can be used as a routing loop for a child safety seat in the center rear seat and as an anchoring loop for child seats installed in the outboard rear seats. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 207 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 vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fit better.
  • Page 208 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 209 It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 210 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 211: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    A vehicle equipped with 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 212 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 213: Tire Information

    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 Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 214 WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 215 • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 216: Tire Inflation

    Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
  • Page 217 Note: If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge. 4. Replace the valve cap. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 218 Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflation device, and ensure that all persons are clear of the trajectory area. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 219 Do not attempt to add air to tires or replace tires or wheels without first taking precautions to protect persons and property. WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 220 If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional. Tires can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-road use is also recommended. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 221 This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. Tire replacement requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 222 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 223 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Company may affect the operation of your tire pressure monitoring system. If the TPMS indicator is flashing, your TPMS is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with your TPMS, or some component of the TPMS may be damaged.
  • Page 224 Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 225 Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 226 You may find this information in your owner’s guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 227 This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall. 9. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, or AT: All Terrain, or AS: All Season. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 228 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 229 4. Maximum Load Single lb (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 230 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading – with and without a trailer section. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 231: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 232 The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using an accurate tire gauge, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 233 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your tire pressure monitoring system: 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 234 Tire rotation On vehicles with different front without sensor and rear tire pressures, the training TPMS system must be retrained following every tire rotation. Refer to Tire rotation in this chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 235 Check air pressure in the road tires. If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 • To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle, the TPMS reset procedure should be performed at least three feet (one meter) away from another Ford Motor Company vehicle undergoing the TPMS reset procedure at the same time. • Do not wait more than two minutes between resetting each tire sensor or the system will time-out and the entire procedure will have to be repeated on all four wheels.
  • Page 237 Note: The single horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been learned by the module for this position. If a double horn is heard, the reset procedure was unsuccessful, and must be repeated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 238 SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

  • Page 239: Vehicle Loading

    It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 240 Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is space available. Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 241 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 242 The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The GVW must never exceed the GVWR. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 243 WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 244 0.15 and 0.25 to obtain a proper king pin load range of 1,725 to 2,875 lb. (782 to 1,304 kg) WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 245 In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (5 x 99 kg) - (5 x 13.5 kg) = 635 - 495 - 67.5 = 72.5 kg. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 246 Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load, hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 247: Trailer Towing

    Note: Do not exceed the tire ratings specified on the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label. WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 248 To determine which trailer hitch your vehicle is equipped with, refer to the trailer hitch label located on trailer hitch cross tube. Once you 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 249 Fifth-wheel trailer hitch (if equipped) To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 250 Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 251: Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated

    The Ford TBC has been tested to be compatible with several major brands of electric-over-hydraulic trailer brakes; contact your authorized dealer for information on which brands can be used.
  • Page 252 The GAIN setting is used to set the TBC for the specific towing condition and should be changed as towing conditions change. Changes to towing conditions include trailer load, vehicle load, road conditions and weather. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 253 TBC to the 7–pin connector at the bumper. If the message is only displayed with a trailer connected, the problem is related 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 254 TBC module. • The TBC is only a factory- or dealer-installed item; Ford is not responsible for warranty or performance of the TBC due to misuse or customer installation.
  • Page 255 • When turning, make wide turns to allow trailer tires to properly clear any obstacles. • Operate the vehicle at lower speeds than you would when not towing a trailer; the likelihood of trailer sway is greater at higher speeds. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 256 • Select tires that meet the trailer loading requirements. • All trailer tires should be of the same size, and construction. • Always check tow vehicle and trailer tire pressure before towing. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 257: Recreational Towing

    (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling trailer. Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. *Always make sure that both hub locks are set to the same position. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 258: Driving

    WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 259 Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 260 Your vehicle may have remote start capability. Refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 261 Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 262 • Use as short an extension cord as possible. • Do not use multiple extension cords. Instead, use one extension cord which is long enough to reach from the engine block heater cord to the outlet without stretching. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 263 Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the vehicle. While not in use, make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the engine block heater cord plug. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 264: Brakes

    When the system activates, noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal pulsation may be observed; this is normal. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 265 To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated until the BRAKE parking brake is released. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 266: Traction Control

    Also, if traction control is on when the vehicle is put into four-wheel drive mode (if equipped), the traction control system will be automatically disabled. Traction control operation will resume when the vehicle is placed back into two-wheel drive mode. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 267: Advancetrac

    • Electronic stability control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides. • Roll Stability Control™ (RSC ), which functions to help avoid a vehicle roll-over. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 268 All features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system (TCS, ESC, and RSC ) are active and monitor the vehicle from start-up. However, the system will only intervene if the driving situation requires 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 269 Brake traction control works to limit wheel spin by momentarily applying the brakes to the wheel that is slipping. Traction control is most active at low speeds. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 270 • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter). The ESC system may be deactivated in certain situations. See the Switching off AdvanceTrac with RSC section following. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 271 In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction control features will continue to function; however, ESC and RSC are disabled. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 272 4WD low locked transfer case mode selected. If the button is pressed in 2WD or 4WD high, any change in the transfer case mode will return the AdvanceTrac to fully enabled. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 273 WARNING: Turning off trailer sway control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Ford does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has significant trailer towing experience, and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.

  • Page 274: Hill Descent Control

    Note: Noise from the ABS pump motor may be observed during hill descent control operation. This is a normal characteristic of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 275 If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 276 Activating the electronic locking differential (ELD) For vehicles equipped with an electronic shift 4WD system: Pull the knob on the 4WD control toward you. The indicator light will display in the instrument cluster. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 277 • The system has malfunctioned and will be accompanied by the CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL message in the message center. See your authorized Ford dealer for assistance. Note: The ELD may have difficulty disengaging either by operator command or automatically if the driveline is under torque. If driving conditions allow, releasing the accelerator pedal or turning the steering wheel in the opposite direction may assist in disengagement.
  • Page 278 There is a hinge at the forward edge of the top shroud. Roll the top half of the shroud upward on the hinge point to clear the hazard flasher button, then pull straight rearward toward the driver’s seat to remove. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 279 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 280: Transmission Operation

    R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 281 WARNING: Do not use the tow/haul feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 282 This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 283 The tow/haul feature improves transmission operation when towing a trailer or a heavy load. All transmission gear ranges are available when using tow/haul. To activate tow/haul, press the button on the end of the gearshift lever. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 284 M to D. • The transmission will operate in gears one through six. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 285 Press the + button to unlock gears. By moving the gearshift lever from the D (Drive) position to the M (Manual) position you may now manually select the gear you desire. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 286 This is an advantage when pulling away on a slope; for example from a car park ramp, traffic lights or when reversing uphill into a parking space. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 287 Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 288: Reverse Sensing System

    WARNING: Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 289 RSS will be disabled. When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the message center display will remain in the Rear Park Aid Off selection. For more information on the TBC, refer to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 290: Rear-View Camera System

    (if equipped). The area displayed on the screen may vary according to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 291 Note: If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted, it may be covered with water droplets, snow, mud or any other substance. If this occurs, clean the camera lens before using the camera system. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 292 Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. When four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case. 4WD can be selected when additional driving power is desired. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 293 • is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel that allows you select 4x2, 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation. • uses auto-manual hub locks that can be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the 4x4 mode selected. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 294 Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4x4 system shifts or engages. This is normal. In order to reduce engagement noise, it is recommended that all shifts be performed at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 295 • Do not shift into 4H (4x4 High) with the rear wheels slipping. • The vehicle should not be driven in 4X4 High with the hub locks disengaged as this condition may damage driveline system components. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 296 Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD) 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop or a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2. Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 297 4L (4X4 Low) - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels at reduced speeds. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. 4L (4X4 low) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 298 Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages; this is normal. Note: 4x4 low mode is not intended for use on dry pavement. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 299 • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 300 WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 301 WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 302 Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Note: If air is released from your tires, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) indicator light may illuminate (if equipped). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 303 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 304 Do not “pump” the brakes. Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 305 Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
  • Page 306 Ford Super Duty Vehicles are qualified for use as a stationary or mobile power source, within limits detailed in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the Ford Truck Body Builders Advisory Service.
  • Page 307 Driving SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends that the Super Duty F-Series used for snow removal include the Snow Plow Package Option. Installing the snowplow Weight limits and guidelines for selecting and installing the snowplow can be found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplow section, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas.
  • Page 308 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. WARNING: Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury.
  • Page 309 Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 310: Roadside Emergencies

    DEF or Diesel Exhaust Fluid is available at most Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealers. To locate a local dealer you may do so via the following options: via the internet www.dealerconnection.com , or call the Ford Roadside...

  • Page 311: Hazard Flasher Control

    Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. 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 for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.

  • Page 312: Fuel Pump Shut-Off

    WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaks after a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury. Ford Motor Company recommends that the fuel system be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. FUSES AND RELAYS...

  • Page 313: Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel

    Yellow — — — Brown — — Natural Black Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located in the passenger’s footwell. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 314 Always replace the cover to the passenger compartment fuse panel before reconnecting the battery. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 315 Not used (spare) Telescoping mirror switch, Interior lights, Hood lamp Moon roof Driver seat module 7.5A Driver seat switch, Driver lumbar motor Power mirror switch Upfitter relay #3 Run/accessory relay, Customer access feed 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 316 Steering wheel control module, Diagnostic connector, Satellite radio module, Power fold mirror relay, Remote keyless entry Not used (spare) Steering wheel control module Amplifier Ignition switch SYNC , GPS module, Radio faceplate 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 317 Not used (spare) Wiper relay Upfitter switches Not used (spare) Climate control Fog lamps, Fog lamp indicator (in switch) 30A Circuit Power windows switch, Power Breaker rear sliding window switch Relay Delayed accessory 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 318: Power Distribution Box

    Relay Blower motor — Not used Relay Urea heaters (diesel engine) — Not used Relay Rear window defroster — Not used 50A* Rear window defroster 30A* Passenger seat 30A* Driver seat 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 319 Vehicle power (VPWR) 1 15A** VPWR 2 (diesel engine) 20A** VPWR 2 (gas engine) 10A** VPWR 3 15A** VPWR 4 (diesel engine) 20A** VPWR 4 (gas engine) 10A** VPWR 5 (diesel engine) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 320 10A** Rear window defroster coil, Battery charge coil 20A** Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start feed Relay Fuel pump — Not used — Not used — Not used — Not used 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 321 Auxiliary power point #1 30A* 4x4 shift motor 30A* Heated/cooled seats 25A* ABS coil feed 20A* Auxiliary power point #5 — Not used 40A* Starter motor 25A* Trailer tow battery charge — Not used 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 322: Changing Tires

    Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 323 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 324 • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 325 Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual or electronic shift 4x4: Place transfer case in 4H or 4L. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 326 To assemble, align button with hole and slide parts together. To disconnect, depress button and pull apart. • one wheel nut wrench. Slide over square end of jack handle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 327 4. Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is slack. 5. Remove the retainer through the center of the wheel. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 328 Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 329 5. Insert the hooked end of the jack handle into the jack and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle. 6. Position the jack according to the following guides: • Front (4x2) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 330 • Front passenger side (4x4) Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Place the jack directly under the axle. • Rear 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 331 11. 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. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 332 Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Note: Place the jack directly under axle and inboard of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 333 Hydraulic jacks are equipped with a pressure release valve that prevents lifting loads which exceed the jack’s rated capacity. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 334 Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification. 8–lug nut torque sequence 10–lug nut torque sequence 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 335 Installing dual rear wheel ornaments 1. Align the ornament with the lug nuts. • (1) is the clip and (2) is the flange. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 336 4. Be sure to install all the clips on the nuts over the flanges so that there is an even gap all around and the retention clips are fully seated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 337 8. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 338: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    N•m M14 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. It is important to follow the proper wheel mounting and lug nut torque procedures. On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut.

  • Page 339: Jump Starting

    3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 340 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 341 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. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 342: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that the vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels...
  • Page 343 Note: On Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) vehicles, an outer rear wheel must be removed prior to using a wheel lift wrecker. 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 344: Customer Assistance

    A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
  • Page 345 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
  • Page 346 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 347 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
  • Page 348 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
  • Page 349 The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel.
  • Page 350 If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate to any of the above locations, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations & Global Growth Initiatives by emailing expcac@ford.com. If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest authorized dealer.

  • Page 351: 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 call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...

  • Page 352: Cleaning

    • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 353 • 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 Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 354 • Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well, or the area in and around these locations. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • 6.2L V8 gasoline engine 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 355 D, or F)] in Canada, available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 356 4. Remove the soaked cloth, and if it is not soiled badly, use this cloth to clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds. 5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 357 Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 358 Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of the leather. Cleaning For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or soft brush. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 359 Note: Use care when using a power washer to clean the driveline, especially the driveshaft and interfacing components. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 360 Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your authorized 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. Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications.

  • Page 361: Maintenance And Specifications

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 362: Engine Compartment

    3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Refer to the diesel supplement for diesel engine component locations. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 363 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Engine coolant reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Air filter assembly 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Battery 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 364 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Power distribution box 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 365 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.

  • Page 366: Engine Oil

    • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 367 Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.

  • Page 368: Battery

    Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement 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 369 6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 370: Engine Coolant

    50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-37°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 371 Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 372 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle). Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 373 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
  • Page 374 The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 375 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 376 H range. After several minutes, if this does not happen, follow the remaining steps. 3. Turn the engine off and wait for it to cool before checking the coolant level. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 377: Fuel Information

    WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled. WARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 378 Ethanol.” To identify if your vehicle is an FFV, it may be equipped with a yellow fuel cap with the text “E85/Gasoline”, or check if there is a label on the fuel filler door. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 379 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: 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. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 380 If the check fuel cap indicator comes on and stays on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 381 The vehicle warranty may 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. WARNING: 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 382 Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 383 Refer to the diesel supplement for information regarding diesel fuel recommendations and requirements of your diesel-powered truck. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section.
  • Page 384 • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 385 • You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 386 • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than two-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 387 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 388 OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 389 If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 390 MIN and MAX range. Refer to Maintenance products specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 391 MAX lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of your brake system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 392 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature. Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following dipsticks. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 393 (150°F-170°F [66°C-77°C]). For vehicles equipped with 6-speed transmissions, the transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (180°F-200°F [82°C-93°C]). 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 394 Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 395: Air Filter(S)

    Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
  • Page 396 It is not necessary to completely remove the clamp. 4. Pull the air tube off from the air cleaner housing. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 397 9. Slip the air tube onto the air filter housing and tighten the air-tube clamp bolt snugly, but do not overtighten it. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 398 See the Cleaning chapter for more information. • Lubricate all hood, door and trunk lid hinges, and latches with a light grade oil. See the Cleaning chapter for more information. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 399 Note: During extended periods of vehicle storage (30 days or more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. Add Motorcraft Gas Stabilizer or equivalent meeting Ford material specification ESE-M99C112-A to the vehicle fuel system whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 30 days.

  • Page 400: Part Numbers

    Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.

  • Page 401: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 402 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 403 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 404 Maintenance and Specifications 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 405: Engine Data

    0.039–0.043 inch 0.039–0.043 inch Spark plug gap (1.0–1.1mm) (1.0–1.1mm) Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.8:1 9.2:1 Engine drivebelt routing 6.2L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine with A/C 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 406 Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 407 Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 408 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Code Description Five-speed automatic (5R110W) Six-speed automatic (6R140) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 409: Accessories

    FORD CUSTOM ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford Custom Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford 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 410 Ford Motor Company engineering requirements. Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by the accessory manufacturer.
  • Page 411 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 412: Ford Extended Service Plan

    BaseCare – Covers 84 components. PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components. Ford ESP is honored by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get: •...
  • Page 413 Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.
  • Page 414 Ford Extended Service Plan 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 415 Ford Motor Company dealers. For more information, visit your local Ford of Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for you. NOTE: Repairs performed outside of Canada and the United States are not eligible for Ford ESP coverage.

  • Page 416: Scheduled Maintenance Guide

    Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information.
  • Page 417 Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is the owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information.
  • Page 418 Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare Windshield washer fluid level Check every six months Battery connections; clean if necessary Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 419 In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. Ford Motor Company recommends the following multi-point inspection be performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help ensure your vehicle keeps running great.
  • Page 420 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 421: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log

    Scheduled Maintenance Guide NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions noted. 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 422 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 423 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 424 (2WD vehicles) Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 72 months; every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months thereafter Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 425 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 426 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 427 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 428 – Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change manual transmission fluid – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 429 TorqShift transmissions) – Replace front wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) – Replace spark plugs 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 430 Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) – Change manual transmission fluid – Change rear axle fluid (E-450 and F-450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 431 Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) – Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only) Every oil change interval – If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 432 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 433 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 434 Normal vehicle axle maintenance Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with Ford-design axles are lubricated for life. These fluids are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water.
  • Page 435 OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION EALER ALIDATION P&A C P&A C RO#: RO#: OURS OURS ILEAGE ILEAGE 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 436: Index

    ......392 Child safety seats ......195 fluid, refill capacities ....401 attaching with tether straps ..202 Selectshift (SST) ....285 in front seat ....195, 202 in rear seat ......195, 202 Auxiliary Input Jack ....69 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 437 ......339 Cruise control Emergency Flashers ....311 (see Speed control) ....109 Emission control system ..387 Customer Assistance ....310 Engine ........405 Ford accessories for your cleaning ........354 vehicle ........360 coolant ........370 Ford Extended Service diesel ...........7 Plan ........412, 415 fail-safe cooling .......374 Getting assistance outside idle speed control ....368...
  • Page 438 Hood ..........362 with fuel ....377, 380, 384 filter, specifications ..377, 400 fuel pump shut-off ....312 improving fuel economy ..384 Ignition .......258, 405 octane rating ...381–382, 405 Illuminated visor mirror .....98 quality ........382 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 439 ..87 Navigation system .......77 instrument panel, dimming ..88 interior lamps ......90 replacing bulbs .....92, 94–96 LATCH anchors ......202 Octane rating ....381–382 Lights, warning and indicator ..14 Oil (see Engine oil) ....366 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 440 ....141, 160 doors ........140–141 SecuriCode keyless entry Remote start ......144 system ........146 replacement/additional transmitters ......143 SecuriLock passive anti-theft replacing the batteries ...142 system ........147–148 Remote start ......144 Servicing your vehicle ....361 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 441 ....322, 325, 328 checking the pressure ....218 inflating ........216 label .........230 Vehicle Identification Number replacing ........221 (VIN) ..........407 rotating ........224 Vehicle loading ......239 safety practices .......223 Ventilating your vehicle ...262 sidewall information ....226 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 442 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........97 Warning lights (see Lights) ..14 checking and adding fluid ..365 Washer fluid ......365 replacing wiper blades ...365 Water, Driving through .....306 Wrecker towing ......342 Windows power ........102 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

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