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Table of Contents
Introduction
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
CONGRATULATIONS
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
Warning symbols on your vehicle
Protecting the environment
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Service Data Recording
Event Data Recording
Vehicle Modification Data Recording
Special instructions
Cell phone use
Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)
Export unique (nonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
Instrument Cluster
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
GAUGES
Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS
AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)
AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
Premium/Audiophile in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
Auxiliary input jack
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
Satellite radio information (if equipped)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Quick start
To play a DVD in the DVD system:
To play a CD in the DVD system:
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:
Using wired headphones (not included):
To adjust display brightness:
DVD player controls
Remote control
Battery replacement
Headphones
Wireless headphones
Wired headphones
Operation
Single play/Dual play
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)
Menu mode
Angle mode
Aspect ratio
Language
Subtitles
Audio CDs
Playing MP3 discs
MP3 disc quality factors
CD, MP3 and CD player care
Playing a DVD
Slow play
Frame by frame
Headphone/auxiliary jacks
Audio displays
Audio interaction
Parental control for the DVD system
General information
Safety information
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
Care and service of the DVD player
Environmental extremes
Temperature extremes
Humidity and moisture condensation
Foreign substances
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen
Cleaning DVD and CD discs
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)
Climate Controls
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating tips
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating tips
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system operating tips
Lights
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Autolamp control (if equipped)
Foglamp control (if equipped)
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
High beams
Flash to pass
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical and horizontal aim adjustment (sealed beam headlamps)
Vertical aim adjustment (aerodynamic headlamps)
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
BULBS
Headlamp condensation
Replacing exterior bulbs
Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
Replacing park/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam)
Replacing park/turn/sidemarker bulbs (sealed beam)
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Pick-ups only
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Chassis cabs only
Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs
Front clearance and identification lamp bulbs
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
Driver Controls
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
TRANSMISSION CONTROL
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Storage compartment (if equipped)
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
POWER WINDOWS
One touch down
Window lock (if equipped)
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Setting speed control
Resuming a set speed
Increasing speed while using speed control
Reducing speed while using speed control
Turning off speed control
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Audio control features
Climate control features (if equipped)
ONE-TOUCH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM
Programming
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System
Erasing HomeLink buttons
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button
OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
Selectable features
Reset
Info menu
Odometer/Trip odometer
Distance to empty (DTE)
Average fuel economy (AFE)
Drive timer (Elapsed travel timer)
Setup menu
System check
Units (English/Metric)
Autolamp timer presets
Autolocks
Compass display (if equipped)
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
Language
System warnings
TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)
Tailgate removal
Tailgate step (if equipped)
Bed extender (if equipped)
Locks and Security
KEYS
POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)
Smart locks (if equipped)
Autolock feature (if equipped)
Deactivating/activating autolock feature
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure
Keyless entry key pad autolock enable/disable procedure
Autounlock feature (if equipped)
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Unlocking the doors
Locking the doors
Car finder
Sounding a panic alarm
Memory seats/adjustable pedals/mirrors (if equipped)
Activating the memory seat feature
Deactivating the memory seat feature
Replacing the battery
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
How to program your remote entry transmitters
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
Illuminated entry
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals
Erasing personal code
Anti-scan feature
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Anti-theft indicator
Automatic arming
Automatic disarming
Replacement keys
Programming spare keys
Seating and Safety Restraints
SEATING
Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)
Full bench seat (if equipped)
40/20/40 split bench seat (if equipped)
40/20/40 front seat armrest and console (if equipped)
Captainâs chair (if equipped)
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
Using the manual lumbar support
Heated seats (if equipped)
REAR FOLDING SEAT SYSTEM WITH LOAD FLOOR (IF EQUIPPED)
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Safety restraints precautions
Combination lap and shoulder belts
Vehicle sensitive mode
Belt sensitive mode
Automatic locking mode
When to use the automatic locking mode
How to use the automatic locking mode
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Energy Management Feature
Safety belt pretensioner
Front safety belt height adjustment
Center lap and shoulder belt (Regular Cab center seating position/Super Cab and Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
Safety belt with cinch tongue (Regular Cab center seating positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
How to fasten the cinch tongue (Regular Cab center seating positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
Lap belts
Adjusting the lap belt
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
Conditions of operation
Belt-Minder
One-time disable
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (Driver only)
Safety belt extension assembly
Safety belt maintenance
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Important SRS precautions
Children and airbags
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
Determining if the system is operational
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles
Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)
Turning the passenger airbag off
Turning the passenger airbag back on
NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
Important child restraint precautions
Children and safety belts
Child booster seats
Types of booster seats
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Child and infant or child safety seats
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only)
Tires, Wheels and Loading
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
4 WD and AWD Systems (if equipped)
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
TIRES
Glossary of tire terminology
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
Tire inflation information
TIRE CARE
Inspecting your tires
Tire wear
Damage
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire replacement requirements
Safety practices
Highway hazards
Tire and wheel alignment
Tire rotation
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
Information on âPâ type tires
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for âLTâ type tires
Information on âTâ type tires
Location of the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
VEHICLE LOADING â WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles
TRAILER TOWING
Preparing to tow
Hitches
Integrated hitch rating
Weight distributing hitch
Safety chains
Trailer brakes
Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped)
Trailer lamps
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
Driving while you tow
Servicing after towing
Trailer towing safety tips
General
Loading
Braking
Backing up
Tires
Launching or retrieving a boat
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Driving
STARTING
Positions of the ignition
Preparing to start your vehicle
Important safety precautions
Starting the engine
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Important ventilating information
USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
BRAKES
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
ABS warning lamp
Using ABS
Parking brake
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
STEERING
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Brake-shift interlock
Understanding the shift positions of the 5âspeed automatic transmission
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
Recommended shift speeds
Reverse
Parking your vehicle
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)
Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)
4 WD system indicator lights
Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High)
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD)
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low)
Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD)
Using the N (Neutral) position
Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)
Positions of the electronic shift system
Shifting from 2WD to 4x4 HIGH
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 4x4 LOW
Shifting from 4x4 LOW to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
Basic operating principles
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
If your vehicle gets stuck
Emergency maneuvers
Parking
4 WD Systems
Normal characteristics
Sand
Mud and water
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Driving on snow and ice
Maintenance and Modifications
VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
SNOWPLOWING
Installing the snowplow
Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached
Snowplowing with your airbag-equipped vehicle
Transmission operation while plowing
Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
Using roadside assistance
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
HAZARD FLASHER
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
Passenger compartment fuse panel
Power distribution box
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Stopping and securing the vehicle
Location of the spare tire and tools
Removing the spare tire (with spare tire carrier only)
Tire change procedure
Stowing the flat/spare tire
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Preparing your vehicle
Connecting the jumper cables
Jump starting
Removing the jumper cables
WRECKER TOWING
Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
At home
Away from home
Additional Assistance
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNERâS LITERATURE
Obtaining a French ownerâs guide
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
WAXING
PAINT CHIPS
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
ENGINE
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
INTERIOR
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH Fâ250 AND Fâ350 CREWCAB)
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH F-250 AND F-350 CREWCAB ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)
UNDERBODY
FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
Maintenance and Specifications
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Working with the engine off
Working with the engine on
OPENING THE HOOD
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
5.4L V8 gasoline engines
6.8L V10 gasoline engine
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Adding engine oil
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
BATTERY
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
Adding engine coolant
Recycled engine coolant
Coolant refill capacity
Severe climates
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
How fail-safe cooling works
When fail-safe mode is activated
FUEL FILTER
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
Refueling
Fuel filler cap
Choosing the right fuel
Octane recommendations
Fuel quality
Cleaner air
Running out of fuel
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Filling the tank
Calculating fuel economy
Driving style â good driving and fuel economy habits
Habits
Maintenance
Conditions
EPA window sticker
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
POWER STEERING FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Low fluid level
Correct fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Changing the air filter element
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
ENGINE DATA
Drivebelt routing
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Exterior style
Interior style
Lifestyle
Peace of mind
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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
4
CONGRATULATIONS
4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
5
Warning symbols in this guide
5
Warning symbols on your vehicle
5
Protecting the environment
5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
5
SPECIAL NOTICES
6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
6
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Vehicle Modification Data Recording
7
Special instructions
7
Cell phone use
7
Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles
8
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
8
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
8
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
8
Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)
9
Export unique (nonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
9
Instrument Cluster
12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
12
GAUGES
18
Entertainment Systems
22
AUDIO SYSTEMS
22
AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)
22
AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
24
Premium/Audiophile in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
30
Auxiliary input jack
36
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
38
Satellite radio information (if equipped)
40
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
43
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
43
Quick start
44
To play a DVD in the DVD system:
44
To play a CD in the DVD system:
45
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:
45
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system
46
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):
46
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:
47
Using wired headphones (not included):
47
To adjust display brightness:
47
DVD player controls
48
Remote control
50
Battery replacement
53
Headphones
54
Wireless headphones
54
Wired headphones
57
Operation
57
Single play/Dual play
57
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)
58
Menu mode
59
Angle mode
59
Aspect ratio
60
Language
60
Subtitles
61
Audio CDs
61
Playing MP3 discs
62
MP3 disc quality factors
62
CD, MP3 and CD player care
63
Playing a DVD
64
Slow play
64
Frame by frame
65
Headphone/auxiliary jacks
65
Audio displays
66
Audio interaction
66
Parental control for the DVD system
66
General information
67
Safety information
67
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance
68
Care and service of the DVD player
69
Environmental extremes
69
Temperature extremes
69
Humidity and moisture condensation
69
Foreign substances
70
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen
70
Cleaning DVD and CD discs
70
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)
70
Climate Controls
71
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
71
Operating tips
71
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)
72
Operating tips
74
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)
75
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system operating tips
78
Lights
80
HEADLAMP CONTROL
80
Autolamp control (if equipped)
80
Foglamp control (if equipped)
80
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
81
High beams
81
Flash to pass
81
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
82
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
82
Vertical and horizontal aim adjustment (sealed beam headlamps)
82
Vertical aim adjustment (aerodynamic headlamps)
84
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
85
MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
85
BULBS
85
Headlamp condensation
85
Replacing exterior bulbs
85
Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
86
Replacing park/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
88
Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam)
89
Replacing park/turn/sidemarker bulbs (sealed beam)
90
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Pick-ups only
91
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs - Chassis cabs only
91
Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs
92
Front clearance and identification lamp bulbs
92
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
92
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
93
Driver Controls
94
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
94
TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)
95
TRANSMISSION CONTROL
95
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
96
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
96
Storage compartment (if equipped)
96
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
96
POWER WINDOWS
98
One touch down
98
Window lock (if equipped)
98
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)
104
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
104
Setting speed control
105
Resuming a set speed
106
Increasing speed while using speed control
106
Reducing speed while using speed control
106
Turning off speed control
107
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
107
Audio control features
107
Climate control features (if equipped)
108
ONE-TOUCH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
110
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM
112
Programming
112
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
114
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System
115
Erasing HomeLink buttons
115
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button
115
OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
122
Selectable features
122
Reset
122
Info menu
123
Odometer/Trip odometer
123
Distance to empty (DTE)
123
Average fuel economy (AFE)
124
Drive timer (Elapsed travel timer)
124
Setup menu
125
System check
125
Units (English/Metric)
126
Autolamp timer presets
126
Autolocks
126
Compass display (if equipped)
126
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
127
Language
128
System warnings
128
TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)
131
Tailgate removal
131
Tailgate step (if equipped)
132
Bed extender (if equipped)
133
Locks and Security
136
KEYS
136
POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)
136
Smart locks (if equipped)
136
Autolock feature (if equipped)
136
Deactivating/activating autolock feature
137
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure
137
Keyless entry key pad autolock enable/disable procedure
138
Autounlock feature (if equipped)
138
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature
138
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure
139
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure
139
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)
140
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
140
Unlocking the doors
141
Locking the doors
141
Car finder
141
Sounding a panic alarm
141
Memory seats/adjustable pedals/mirrors (if equipped)
142
Activating the memory seat feature
142
Deactivating the memory seat feature
142
Replacing the battery
142
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
143
How to program your remote entry transmitters
144
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
144
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
145
Illuminated entry
146
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
146
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals
146
Erasing personal code
147
Anti-scan feature
147
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
148
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
148
Anti-theft indicator
148
Automatic arming
149
Automatic disarming
149
Replacement keys
149
Programming spare keys
149
Seating and Safety Restraints
151
SEATING
151
Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)
151
Full bench seat (if equipped)
152
40/20/40 split bench seat (if equipped)
152
40/20/40 front seat armrest and console (if equipped)
153
Captainâs chair (if equipped)
154
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
154
Using the manual lumbar support
155
Heated seats (if equipped)
155
REAR FOLDING SEAT SYSTEM WITH LOAD FLOOR (IF EQUIPPED)
157
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
158
Safety restraints precautions
158
Combination lap and shoulder belts
160
Vehicle sensitive mode
160
Belt sensitive mode
160
Automatic locking mode
160
When to use the automatic locking mode
160
How to use the automatic locking mode
161
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
161
Energy Management Feature
162
Safety belt pretensioner
162
Front safety belt height adjustment
162
Center lap and shoulder belt (Regular Cab center seating position/Super Cab and Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
163
Safety belt with cinch tongue (Regular Cab center seating positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
164
How to fasten the cinch tongue (Regular Cab center seating positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)
165
Lap belts
166
Adjusting the lap belt
166
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
166
Conditions of operation
167
Belt-Minder
167
One-time disable
169
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (Driver only)
169
Safety belt extension assembly
170
Safety belt maintenance
170
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
171
Important SRS precautions
172
Children and airbags
173
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
174
Determining if the system is operational
175
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles
175
Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)
176
Turning the passenger airbag off
176
Turning the passenger airbag back on
177
NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)
178
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)
179
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
180
Important child restraint precautions
180
Children and safety belts
181
Child booster seats
181
Types of booster seats
182
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
184
Child and infant or child safety seats
184
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
185
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
188
Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only)
190
Tires, Wheels and Loading
192
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS
192
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
192
4 WD and AWD Systems (if equipped)
192
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
193
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
194
Treadwear
194
Traction AA A B C
195
Temperature A B C
195
TIRES
195
Glossary of tire terminology
195
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
196
Tire inflation information
199
TIRE CARE
200
Inspecting your tires
200
Tire wear
201
Damage
201
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
202
Tire replacement requirements
202
Safety practices
203
Highway hazards
204
Tire and wheel alignment
204
Tire rotation
204
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
206
Information on âPâ type tires
207
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for âLTâ type tires
210
Information on âTâ type tires
211
Location of the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label
211
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
211
VEHICLE LOADING â WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
212
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles
218
TRAILER TOWING
219
Preparing to tow
221
Hitches
221
Integrated hitch rating
221
Weight distributing hitch
222
Safety chains
223
Trailer brakes
223
Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped)
223
Trailer lamps
227
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
227
Driving while you tow
227
Servicing after towing
228
Trailer towing safety tips
228
General
228
Loading
229
Braking
229
Backing up
229
Tires
229
Launching or retrieving a boat
229
RECREATIONAL TOWING
230
Driving
231
STARTING
231
Positions of the ignition
231
Preparing to start your vehicle
231
Important safety precautions
232
Starting the engine
233
Guarding against exhaust fumes
234
Important ventilating information
234
USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
234
BRAKES
235
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
235
ABS warning lamp
235
Using ABS
235
Parking brake
236
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
237
STEERING
238
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
239
PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE
239
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
240
Brake-shift interlock
240
Understanding the shift positions of the 5âspeed automatic transmission
241
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
243
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
244
Using the clutch
244
Recommended shift speeds
244
Reverse
245
Parking your vehicle
245
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
246
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
248
Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)
248
Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)
248
4 WD system indicator lights
249
Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)
250
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High)
250
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD)
251
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low)
251
Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD)
251
Using the N (Neutral) position
252
Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)
252
Positions of the electronic shift system
252
Shifting from 2WD to 4x4 HIGH
253
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD
253
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 4x4 LOW
253
Shifting from 4x4 LOW to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD
254
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
254
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
254
Basic operating principles
255
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
255
If your vehicle gets stuck
256
Emergency maneuvers
256
Parking
257
4 WD Systems
257
Normal characteristics
258
Sand
258
Mud and water
258
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
259
Driving on snow and ice
260
Maintenance and Modifications
261
VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE
261
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
262
SNOWPLOWING
262
Installing the snowplow
262
Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached
263
Snowplowing with your airbag-equipped vehicle
263
Transmission operation while plowing
264
Roadside Emergencies
265
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
265
Getting roadside assistance
265
Using roadside assistance
266
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
266
HAZARD FLASHER
267
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
267
FUSES AND RELAYS
268
Fuses
268
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
269
Passenger compartment fuse panel
269
Power distribution box
273
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
277
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
278
Stopping and securing the vehicle
279
Location of the spare tire and tools
280
Removing the spare tire (with spare tire carrier only)
281
Tire change procedure
282
Stowing the flat/spare tire
289
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
289
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
290
Preparing your vehicle
291
Connecting the jumper cables
291
Jump starting
293
Removing the jumper cables
294
WRECKER TOWING
296
Customer Assistance
298
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
298
At home
298
Away from home
298
Additional Assistance
299
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
300
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
301
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
302
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
302
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
303
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNERâS LITERATURE
304
Obtaining a French ownerâs guide
304
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
304
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
305
Cleaning
306
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
306
WAXING
306
PAINT CHIPS
307
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
307
ENGINE
307
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
309
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
309
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
309
INTERIOR
310
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH Fâ250 AND Fâ350 CREWCAB)
311
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH F-250 AND F-350 CREWCAB ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)
311
UNDERBODY
312
FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
313
Maintenance and Specifications
314
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
314
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
314
Working with the engine off
314
Working with the engine on
314
OPENING THE HOOD
315
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
316
5.4L V8 gasoline engines
316
6.8L V10 gasoline engine
317
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
318
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
318
ENGINE OIL
319
Checking the engine oil
319
Adding engine oil
321
Engine oil and filter recommendations
321
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
321
BATTERY
322
ENGINE COOLANT
324
Checking engine coolant
324
Adding engine coolant
325
Recycled engine coolant
327
Coolant refill capacity
327
Severe climates
328
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
328
How fail-safe cooling works
329
When fail-safe mode is activated
329
FUEL FILTER
330
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
330
Important safety precautions
330
Refueling
332
Fuel filler cap
332
Choosing the right fuel
333
Octane recommendations
334
Fuel quality
334
Cleaner air
334
Running out of fuel
334
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
335
Measuring techniques
335
Filling the tank
335
Calculating fuel economy
336
Driving style â good driving and fuel economy habits
336
Habits
336
Maintenance
337
Conditions
337
EPA window sticker
338
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
338
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
339
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
340
POWER STEERING FLUID
340
BRAKE FLUID
342
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
342
TRANSMISSION FLUID
343
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
343
Low fluid level
344
Correct fluid level
344
High fluid level
344
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
345
Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped)
346
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
347
TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
348
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
348
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
348
Changing the air filter element
349
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
350
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
352
ENGINE DATA
356
Drivebelt routing
356
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
357
Safety Compliance Certification Label
357
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
357
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
358
Accessories
359
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
359
Exterior style
359
Interior style
359
Lifestyle
359
Peace of mind
360
Index
361
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