Ford 2000 F250 Manuals

Ford 2000 F250 Manuals

Manuals and User Guides for Ford 2000 F250. We have 1 Ford 2000 F250 manual available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual

Ford 2000 F250 Owner's Manual

Ford 2000 F250 Owner's Manual (257 pages)

Brand: Ford | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.71 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
1
Icons
2
Introduction
2
Instrumentation
8
- Service Engine Soon Light
  10
- Low Fuel Light
  10
- Warning Lights and Chimes
  10
- Air Bag Readiness Light
  13
- Transmission Control Indicator Light (TCIL)
  13
- Safety Belt Light
  13
- Brake System Warning Light
  13
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Light
  14
- Turn Signal Light
  14
- High Beams Light
  14
- Charging System Light/Four Wheel Drive Low Light
  14
- Oil Pressure/Engine Coolant Light
  15
- Speed Control Light
  15
- Door Ajar Light
  15
- Four Wheel Drive Indicator
  15
- Gauges
  16
- Safety Belt Warning Chime
  16
- Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Warning Chime
  16
- Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime/Headlamps on Warning Chime
  16
- Fuel Gauge
  17
- Speedometer
  17
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
  17
- Odometer
  18
- Trip Odometer
  18
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
  19
- Battery Voltage Gauge
  19
- Tachometer
  19
- Trip Computer
  20
- English/Metric Display
  20
- Mode Control
  20
- Average Fuel Economy Display
  20
- Fuel Range
  21
- Outside Air Temperature
  22
- Compass
  22
- Compass Zone Adjustment
  23
- Compass Calibration Adjustment
  24
- High Beams
  25
- Headlamp Control
  25
- Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  25
Controls and Features
25
- Flash to Pass
  26
- Panel Dimmer Control
  26
- 4WD Control
  26
- Auxiliary Power Point
  27
- Climate Control System
  27
- Heater Only System
  27
- Temperature Control/Mode Selector Control
  27
- Heater Only System Operating Tips
  28
- Mode Selector Control
  29
- Fan Speed Control
  29
- Temperature Control Knob
  29
- Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
  29
- Using the Audio System
  32
- AM/FM Stereo (with 2 Speakers)
  32
- AM/FM Stereo (with 4 Speakers and Fade Capability)
  32
- Volume/Power Control
  33
- AM/FM Select
  33
- AM/FM Select in Radio Mode
  33
- Tune Adjust
  33
- Radio Station Memory Preset
  34
- Seek Function in Radio Mode
  34
- Tune Adjust in Radio Mode
  34
- Bass Adjust
  35
- Treble Adjust
  35
- Speaker Balance Adjust
  35
- Speaker Fade Adjust
  35
- Setting the Clock
  36
- AM/FM Stereo Cassette
  37
- AM/FM Select in Tape Mode
  38
- Scan Function in Radio Mode
  39
- Eject Function
  41
- Automatic Music Search
  41
- Tape Direction Select
  41
- Tape Select
  41
- Dolby Noise Reduction
  42
- Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
  43
- Tune Adjust for CD Changer
  45
- Seek Function for CD or CD Changer
  46
- Scan Function in Tape Mode
  47
- Scan Function in CD or CD Changer Mode
  47
- Autoset Memory Preset
  47
- Starting Autoset Memory Preset
  48
- Fast Forward
  50
- Rewind
  50
- Tape/CD Select
  50
- Compression Adjust
  51
- Shuffle Feature
  51
- Mute Mode
  53
- Troubleshooting the CD Changer
  53
- Cleaning Compact Discs
  54
- CD and CD Changer Care
  54
- Cassette and Cassette Player Care
  54
- Radio Frequency Information
  54
- Positions of the Ignition
  55
- Radio Reception Factors
  55
- Turn Signal Control
  56
- Speed Control
  56
- To Turn Speed Control off
  57
- To Set a Speed
  57
- To Set a Higher Set Speed
  58
- To Set a Lower Set Speed
  58
- To Disengage Speed Control
  59
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  60
- To Return to a Previously Set Speed
  60
- Windshield Wiper/Washer Controls
  61
- Overdrive Control
  61
- Power Windows
  62
- Power Door Locks
  63
- Window Lock
  63
- Accessory Delay
  63
- One Touch down
  63
- Childproof Door Locks
  64
- Power Side View Mirrors
  64
- Fold-Away Mirrors
  65
- Heated Outside Mirrors
  65
- Illuminated Visor Mirror
  66
- Center Console
  66
- Locking the Doors
  67
- Remote Entry System
  67
- Unlocking the Doors
  67
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  68
- Replacing the Battery
  68
- Illuminated Entry
  69
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  70
- Programming Remote Transmitters
  70
- Tailgate Lock
  71
- Reprogramming Transmitters
  71
- Tailgate Removal
  71
- 60/40 Split Bench Seat
  72
- Full Bench Seat
  72
Seating and Safety Restraints
72
Starting
104
- Starting the Engine
  106
- Using the Engine Block Heater
  107
- Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
  107
- Important Ventilating Information
  108
- Brakes
  109
- Rear Anti-Lock Brake System (RABS)
  109
Driving
109
- Using RABS
  110
- Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
  110
- Using ABS
  111
- Parking Brake
  111
- Steering Your Vehicle
  112
- Traction-Lok Axle
  112
- Preparing to Drive
  113
- Automatic Transmission Operation
  114
- Brake-Shift Interlock
  114
- Driving with a 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
  115
- Understanding Gearshift Positions
  115
- P (Park)/R (Reverse)/N (Neutral)
  115
- D Overdrive
  115
- 1 (First)
  116
- 2 (Second)
  116
- Drive
  116
- Manual Transmission Operation
  117
- Forced Downshifts
  117
- Shift Strategy (4R100 Automatic Transmission)
  117
- Using the Clutch
  117
- Recommended Shift Speeds
  119
- Parking Your Vehicle
  120
- Reverse
  121
- Power Take off (PTO) Capability
  122
- Removing Key from Ignition
  122
- Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
  123
- Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) 4X4 System
  123
- 4WD System Indicator Lights
  124
- Manual 4X4 System
  124
- Using a Manual 4WD System
  125
- Shifting from 2H (2WD High) to 4H (4WD High)
  125
- Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 2H (2WD High)
  126
- Shifting from 4H (4WD High) to 4L (4WD Low)
  126
- Shifting from 4L (4WD Low) to 4H (4WD High) or 2H (2WD High)
  126
- Using the N (Neutral) Position
  127
- Positions of the Electronic Shift System
  127
- Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
  128
- Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
  128
- Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 2WD (2WD High)
  128
- Shifting from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)/2Wd (2WD High)
  129
- Driving Off-Road with 4WD
  129
- If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
  130
- Sand
  130
- Mud and Water
  130
- Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
  131
- Driving on Snow and Ice
  131
- Vehicle Loading
  132
- Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
  134
- Driving through Water
  134
- Loading for Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
  134
- Towing a Trailer
  135
- Trailer Towing Tables
  136
- Preparing to Tow
  138
- Hitches
  138
- Load Equalizing Hitch
  138
- Safety Chains
  138
- Trailer Brakes
  139
- Trailer Lamps
  139
- Using a Step Bumper
  139
- Driving While You Tow
  139
- Launching or Retrieving a Boat
  140
- Servicing after Towing
  140
- Trailer Towing Tips
  140
- Snowplowing
  141
- All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicles
  141
- Installing the Snowplow
  141
- Removing Snowplow
  142
- Snowplowing with Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle
  143
- Engine Temperature While Plowing
  143
- 4WD Operation While Plowing
  144
- Getting Roadside Assistance
  145
Roadside Emergencies
145
- Hazard Flasher
  146
- Resetting the Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
  146
- Fuses and Relays
  147
- Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
  148
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
  148
- Fuses Codes
  150
- Power Distribution Box
  152
- High-Current Fuses and Relays Codes
  153
- Changing the Tires
  155
- Spare Tire Information
  155
- Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
  155
- Removing the Spare Tire (with Spare Tire Carrier Only)
  155
- Stowing the Spare Tire
  157
- Tire Change Procedure
  158
- Jump Starting
  166
- Connecting the Jumper Cables
  167
- Jump Starting Procedure
  169
- Removing the Jumper Cables
  169
- Wrecker Towing
  171
- Service Recommendations
  172
- Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
  172
- Working with the Engine off
  172
Maintenance and Care
172
- Working with the Engine on
  173
- Opening the Hood
  174
- Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
  175
- Checking the Engine Oil
  176
- Adding Engine Oil
  177
- Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
  178
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid — Gasoline Engine
  179
- Checking and Adding Brake Fluid — Diesel Engine
  180
- Clutch Fluid
  181
- Checking and Adding Washer Fluid
  182
- Checking Engine Coolant
  182
- Adding Engine Coolant
  184
- Recycled Engine Coolant
  185
- Coolant Refill Capacity
  185
- Severe Climates
  186
- What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
  186
- How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
  187
- When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
  187
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
  188
- Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
  189
- Low Fluid Level
  190
- Correct Fluid Level
  190
- High Fluid Level
  190
- Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
  191
- Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
  191
- Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
  192
- Air Filter Maintenance
  193
- Changing the Air Filter Element
  193
- Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
  194
- Battery Maintenance
  194
- Windshield Wiper Blades
  196
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading
  197
- Checking the Wiper Blades
  197
- Changing the Wiper Blades
  197
- Temperature a B C
  198
- Traction AA a B C
  198
- Treadwear
  198
- Servicing the Tires
  199
- Checking the Tire Pressure
  199
- Tire Rotation
  199
- Snow Tires and Chains
  201
- Replacing the Tires
  201
- Fuels Information
  202
- Fuels Safety Precautions
  202
- Choosing the Right Fuel
  204
- Octane Recommendations
  204
- Running out of Fuel
  205
- Cleaner Air
  205
- Fuel Quality
  205
- Fuel Filler Cap
  206
- Fuel Filter
  206
- Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
  207
- Fuel Measuring Techniques
  207
- Filling the Tank
  207
- Calculating Fuel Economy
  208
- Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
  208
- Emission Control System
  210
- EPA Window Sticker
  210
- Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
  211
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
  212
- Replacing Exterior Bulbs
  212
- Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
  213
- Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs — F250/F350 Only
  214
- Replacing Brake/Tail/Backup Lamp Bulbs — F450/F550 Only
  215
- Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
  215
- Replacing Roof Marker Bulbs
  216
- Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
  216
- Using the Right Bulbs
  216
- Aiming the Headlamps
  217
- Washing Your Vehicle
  218
- Waxing Your Vehicle
  218
- Cleaning Non-Painted Plastic Exterior Parts
  219
- Repairing Paint Chips
  219
- Cleaning the Engine
  219
- Cleaning the Wheels
  219
- Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
  220
- Cleaning the Wiper Blades, Windshield and Rear Window
  220
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel
  220
- Cleaning the Instrument Cluster Lens
  220
- Cleaning the Interior Fabric
  221
- Cleaning and Maintaining the Safety Belts
  221
- Cleaning Leather Seats
  221
- Refill Capacities
  222
Capacities and Specifications
222
- Lubricant Specifications
  225
- Engine Data
  227
- Vehicle Dimensions
  228
- Identifying Your Vehicle
  232
- Certification Label
  232
- Vehicle Identification Number
  233
- Engine Number
  233
Customer Assistance
234
Reporting Safety Defects
246
Index
247
Filling Station Information
255

Advertisement

Advertisement

Related Products

Ford Categories

Automobile Automobile Accessories Engine Portable Generator Tractor

More Ford Manuals