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Preparing to tow

Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is
properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer
dealer if you require assistance.

Hitches

Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to the
axle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of the total
weight of the trailer is on the tongue.

Load equalizing hitch

When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the
following procedure:

1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and
all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it
can level.

2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers
at the center of the vehicle.

3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that
the front bumper height is within 0–13 mm (1/2 inch) of the reference
point. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher
than in Step 3.

Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle
is lower or higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function

of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling.

Safety chains

Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers
of the vehicle. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains
under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.

Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.

Driving

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Summary of Contents for 2000 F 350

Page 1: ...22 Customer assistance 234 Reporting safety defects 246 Index 247 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation...

Page 2: ...ngs Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information Indicates that this Owner Guide con...

Page 3: ...TICES Notice to owners of diesel powered vehicles Read the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel powered light truck Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive you...

Page 4: ...e Vehicle Manual Ford Truck Body Builder s Layout Book and the QVM guidelines as well as pertinent supplements For additional information please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 1 877 840 4338 Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties In addition ambul...

Page 5: ... can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain 7 3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off PTO capability Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with...

Page 6: ...hild Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Power Windows Front Rear Power Window Lockout Introduction 6 ...

Page 7: ...c Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Introduction 7 ...

Page 8: ...BRAKE ABS L E F H RPM 1000 X 0 1 2 3 5 6 4 P R N 2 1 8 C 18 H D FUEL FILL SERVICE ENGINE SOON O P ON COAST OFF PANEL DIM SET ACCEL RES Headlamp control pg 25 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 26 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 61 Instrument cluster pg 10 Speed control pg 56 Driver air bag pg 88 if equipped Instrumentation 8 ...

Page 9: ...W FF 1 2 TAPE AMS VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST WD 4X4 HIGH 4X4 LOW Passenger air bag deactivate switch pg 92 Climate control system pg 27 Gearshift lever pg 114 Auxiliary power point pg 27 Electronic sound system pg 32 4WD selector pg 123 Instrumentation 9 ...

Page 10: ...own as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb If it comes on after ...

Page 11: ... cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Service Engine Soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Light is blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle...

Page 12: ...not have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Service Engine Soon light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a ...

Page 13: ... transmission malfunction is detected If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts For more information refer to the Seat...

Page 14: ...If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster check for a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properl...

Page 15: ...low engine is off The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge and Engine oil pressure gauge in this chapter for more information Speed control Standard analog instrument cluster This light comes on when either the COAST SET or RES ACCEL controls are pres...

Page 16: ...ystem SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition in the OFF position and the key is not in the i...

Page 17: ...cation the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant At normal operating temperature the needle remains within the normal area the area between the H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Sto...

Page 18: ...el If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 MPH 20 km h 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Instrumentation 18 ...

Page 19: ...rical system checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range the area between the L and H If the gauge indicates low pressure stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine oil in...

Page 20: ...control to change the trip computer display between metric and English units Mode control Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows Average fuel economy The display will indicate the vehicle s average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles gallon since the average fuel economy was last reset If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used...

Page 21: ...reset the average fuel economy Fuel range This displays the approximate number of kilometers miles left to drive before the fuel tank is empty The indicated distance to empty may be inaccurate with sustained drastic changes in fuel economy such as trailer towing but will eventually recover if the vehicle is started while parked on an incline if less than 30 liters 8 gallons of fuel is added to the...

Page 22: ...y is contained in the overhead console The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes fuel range modes and temperature modes The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also aff...

Page 23: ...puter will enter zone setting mode Zone setting mode is indicated when the display lights the ZONE indicator 5 Release both controls Subsequent pressing of either control will increment the zone Press the control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the trip computer 6 To exit the zone setting mode and save the displayed zone in memory release both...

Page 24: ... Press and hold both trip computer controls After approximately eight seconds the trip computer will enter CAL mode CAL mode is indicated when the display lights the CAL indicator 4 Release both controls The display will return to normal except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated 5 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 5 km h 3 mph until the ...

Page 25: ...he ON position and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push...

Page 26: ...he instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation Rotate up to brighten Rotate down to dim Rotate to full up position past detent to turn on interior lamps 4WD CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This control operates the 4WD Refer to the Driving chapter for more information PANEL DIM 4X4 HIGH 2WD 4X4 LOW Controls and features 26 ...

Page 27: ...Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle On heater only systems the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle Panel Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers POWER POINT OF...

Page 28: ...red position To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle don t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position Don t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats if equipped Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield under the hood Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can blo...

Page 29: ...oner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow will be from the instrument pa...

Page 30: ...nditioning does not operate in this mode Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts If the temperature is about 10 C 50 F or hi...

Page 31: ...t of the vehicle Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not...

Page 32: ...o with 2 speakers AM FM Stereo with 4 speakers and fade capability 1 2 3 4 AM FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON 1 2 3 4 AM FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON AM FM STEREO Controls and features 32 ...

Page 33: ... come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio mode AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON AM FM Controls and featu...

Page 34: ...ncy band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations four in FM1 and four in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tu...

Page 35: ...e the volume knob to adjust the desired level Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the TONE control three times then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level Speaker fade adjust if equipped Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the TONE control four times then use the volume knob to adju...

Page 36: ...s the TUNE control to decrease minutes and to increase minutes The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for ten seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media inf...

Page 37: ... AM FM stereo cassette Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off Turn the control to raise or lower volume SCAN BASS TREB BAL FADE SIDE EJ REW FF 1 2 TAPE AMS VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON Controls and features 37 ...

Page 38: ...ntrol to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly Press to move to the next ...

Page 39: ...Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a statio...

Page 40: ...treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers BASS TREB BAL FADE Controls and features 40 ...

Page 41: ...e beginning of the current selection or FF to advance to the next selection The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1 2 at the same time to play the alternate si...

Page 42: ...Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby威 and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control to decrease hours and to increase hours To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press...

Page 43: ...en revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE FM 1 AMC BL RF REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO CLK SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ M...

Page 44: ...ll come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio pla...

Page 45: ... for quick movement Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the remaining discs Press to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through...

Page 46: ... a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN c...

Page 47: ...preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory ...

Page 48: ...temporarily stored in the memory preset controls until deactivated and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press to decrease the bass o...

Page 49: ...tween the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press to shift the sound to the front and to shift the sound to the rear SEL BAL FADE SEL BAL FADE SEL Controls and features 49 ...

Page 50: ...en single CD and CD changer play if equipped Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes In the tape mode tape direction will ...

Page 51: ...ademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode if equipped and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer th...

Page 52: ...o set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE to decrease minutes and to increase minutes If your vehicle has a separate clock module other than the digital radio display the CLK button will not function in the above manner AUTO CLK SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE AUTO CLK SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Controls and features 52 ...

Page 53: ... to return to the playing media Troubleshooting the CD changer if equipped The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes Do not attempt to disassemble the case If sound skips You may be traveling on a rough road playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player If your changer does not work it may be that A disc ...

Page 54: ...es that are 90 minutes long or less Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub Remove loose labels before inserting tapes Do not leave tapes in the cassette pla...

Page 55: ...nals when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo Audio system warranties and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If se...

Page 56: ...ED To turn speed control on Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on ON OFF Controls and features 56 ...

Page 57: ... set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control ...

Page 58: ...u can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed Press and hold CST COAST Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal Wh...

Page 59: ...ess the brake pedal or Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed ON OFF Controls and features 59 ...

Page 60: ...LT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving RES SET ACCEL COAST Controls and features 60 ...

Page 61: ...cle The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use OVERDRIVE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Activating overdrive Overdrive is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch TCS located on the end of the gearshift lever The Tr...

Page 62: ...rmation about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open AUTO AUTO Controls and features 62 ...

Page 63: ...he window controls except for the driver s press the left side of the control Press the right side to restore the window controls Accessory delay if equipped With accessory delay the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors AU...

Page 64: ...he lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock Move control down to disengage childproof locks POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the d...

Page 65: ...utomatic car wash Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Controls and features 65 ...

Page 66: ...mps slide the mirror cover closed CENTER CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include Utility compartment with cassette CD holder Coin holder Pen holder Writing surface Utility compartment Coin holder Pen holder Writing surface Space for lap top computer Controls and features 66 ...

Page 67: ...id in troubleshooting Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors To confirm all doors are closed and locked press the control a second time within five seconds The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the ...

Page 68: ...including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters 33 feet away from your...

Page 69: ...en the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN or ACC position The dome lamp control if equipped must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate The inside lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the dimmer control or a...

Page 70: ... within 10 seconds with the eighth turn ending in the 4 ON position The doors will lock unlock to confirm that programming mode has been entered Within 20 seconds program a remote transmitter by pressing any button on a transmitter The doors will lock unlock to confirm that the remote transmitter has been programmed If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button the progr...

Page 71: ...ailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock Turn ignition key to the left to unlock Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading 1 Lower the tailgate 2 Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip on each connector past the head of the support screw Disconnect cable 3 Disconnect the other cable 4 Lift tai...

Page 72: ...ed at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward 60 40 split bench seat if equipped Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward Ensure the seat is relatched into place Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat Push down the release lever located on the back of the seat to quickly fold the seatback forward Seating and safety restraints 72 ...

Page 73: ...g the front power seat if equipped Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a colli...

Page 74: ...on Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to move the lumbar support forward for more direct support Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to move the lumbar support back for less direct support Seating and safety restraints 74 ...

Page 75: ... in a latched position whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop 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 SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low ...

Page 76: ...seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the...

Page 77: ... modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help red...

Page 78: ... safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull ...

Page 79: ...is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest After any vehicle collision the seat belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats i...

Page 80: ...tboard anchor location covers a Replace Belt label on the safety belt In the event of a collision the colored label REPLACE BELT may become visible If this occurs the safety belt must be replaced Whenever the yellow portion of the label is visible the safety belt must be replaced Seating and safety restraints 80 ...

Page 81: ...he risk of personal injury Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Regular Cab and 4 door CrewCab Seating and safety restraints 81 ...

Page 82: ... Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not around t...

Page 83: ... safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly part number 611C22 Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when ful...

Page 84: ...nbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 3 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sound...

Page 85: ... and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t wear belts Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children...

Page 86: ...lamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps this will not affect the procedure To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 2 minutes Steps 3 5 must be completed w...

Page 87: ...here are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision For...

Page 88: ...al restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when...

Page 89: ... or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all in...

Page 90: ...m powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags mu...

Page 91: ...iness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the foll...

Page 92: ...n a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision Turning the passenger air bag off 1 Insert the ignition key turn the switch to OFF position and hold in OFF position while removing the key 2 When the ignition is turned to the ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly momentarily shuts off and then turns back on This indicates that the passenger air bag is dea...

Page 93: ...ould always be ON the air bag OFF light should not be illuminated unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1 2 or 3 of the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashe...

Page 94: ...n the front seat This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide If you choose to deactivate your air bag you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a s...

Page 95: ...o work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs In a crash if the air bag is turned OFF this energy management safety belt might permit...

Page 96: ...nergy management safety belts for the driver and or right front passenger These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractur...

Page 97: ...lts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positi...

Page 98: ...or the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter Use ...

Page 99: ...able of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Installing child safety seats in combination lap a...

Page 100: ... seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted Seating and safety...

Page 101: ...e retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with knee on t...

Page 102: ...offer the tether strap as an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap Tether anchorage hardware A tethered seat can be installed in the front seat Put the tether strap over the seatback and attach it to an anchor bracket An anchor bracket can be installed to the inside of the back panel of your vehicle The anchor bracket must be ins...

Page 103: ...Tighten the anchor according to specifications Otherwise the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Seating and safety restraints 103 ...

Page 104: ...compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you s...

Page 105: ...smission Make sure the parking brake is set Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START If there is difficulty in turning the key firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely This condition may occur when front wheels are turned front wheel is against the curb steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehic...

Page 106: ...ature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for ...

Page 107: ...the night before starting the vehicle To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect ...

Page 108: ...r reproductive harm Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris Starting 108 ...

Page 109: ...s With RABS the rear brakes are kept from locking during panic stops however the front wheels can lock because they are not controlled by RABS A clicking noise and slight pedal pulsation during RABS braking events indicates the RABS is functioning Pedal pulsation coupled with clicking noise while braking under panic conditions on loose gravel wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper funct...

Page 110: ...roper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal If a malfunction is found the ABS warning light will come on If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualif...

Page 111: ...t space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique However avoid taking any unnecessary risks P...

Page 112: ...y from the engine to help steer the vehicle Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left position for more than a few seconds when the engine is running This action could damage the power steering pump If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked If the power steering system breaks down or ...

Page 113: ...avity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failu...

Page 114: ...t is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the a...

Page 115: ...er is securely latched in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle 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 ...

Page 116: ...p hills additional engine downhill braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer towing section To return to Overdrive mode press the transmission control switch TCS The TCIL the word OFF will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode Every time the vehicle is shut off and res...

Page 117: ...ive learning strategy The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation If the shift quality does not improve within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation or if the downshifts an...

Page 118: ... few seconds 5 Depress the brake pedal 6 Release the parking brake 7 Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 8 Release the brake pedal 9 Slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing down on the accelerator pedal Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will greatly redu...

Page 119: ...h 2 1 8 km h 5 mph 0 km h 0 mph 1 Use 2H or 4H for 4WD equipped vehicles 2 Downshift at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces Maximum downshift speeds 1 6 speed transmission Shift from Transfer case position if equipped 2 2H or 4H 4L D Overdrive 4 72 km h 45 mph 26 km h 16 mph 4 3 56 km h 35 mph 19 km h 12 mph 3 2 32 km h 20 mph 13 km h 8 mph 2 1 8 km h 5 mph 3 km h 2 mph 1 LO Only shift ...

Page 120: ...ng your vehicle 1 Disengage the clutch apply brake and shift into N Neutral 2 Set parking brake 3 Shift into 1 First 4 Turn the ignition key to position 3 OFF 1 2 4 R 3 D 1 2 4 R L 3 D 3 2 1 5 4 Driving 120 ...

Page 121: ...it at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse With the 5 speed transmission you can shift into R Reverse only by moving the gearshif levert from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth gears before you shift into R Reverse This is a special lockout feature that protects you from accidentally shifting into R Reverse when you downshift from D Overdrive With the 6 speed transmission you can shift int...

Page 122: ...e 7 3L Diesel Supplement for information on the auxiliary powertrain control module APCM and its operation The PTO can be used during mobile and stationary continuous intermittent applications PTO operation is disabled while the vehicle is in Overdrive the TCIL will not be illuminated in N Neutral during engine cranking Transmission upshift and downshift schedules will be reduced by about 15 and w...

Page 123: ...can be engaged the vehicle must be brought to a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed and the transmission placed in neutral or the clutch pedal depressed on manual transmissions 4WD operation is not recommended on dry pavement Doing so could result in difficult disengagement of the transfer case increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy Electronic shift on the fly ESOF 4x4 system if e...

Page 124: ...b locks from the FREE or LOCK position then manually engaging or disengaging the transfer case with the floor mounted shifter For proper operation make sure that the arrow and the indicator dot on the hub are aligned 4WD system indicator lights The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD contact your Ford dealer as s...

Page 125: ...utral No power to either axle 4L 4WD Low Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed Shifting from 2H 2WD high to 4H 4WD high Engage the locking hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK then move the transfer case lever from 2H 2WD High to 4H 4WD High For proper operation make sure that the arrow and the indicator dot on the hub are aligned Do not shift into 4H 4WD High with the ...

Page 126: ...epress the brake 3 Place the gearshift lever in N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch manual transmission 4 Move the transfer case shift lever through N Neutral directly to 4L 4WD Low and hold the shift lever in 4L 4WD Low until the transfer case has fully engaged up to 15 seconds 5 If the transfer case does not engage into 4L 4WD Low repeat steps 1 through 4 Shifting from 4L 4WD ...

Page 127: ...icle unattended with the transfer case in the N Neutral position Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle Using the electronic shift 4WD system if equipped Positions of the electronic shift system To prevent damage the electronic shift 4WD system is designed to allow up to 45 seconds before the shift command is performed In the event that conflicting sh...

Page 128: ...to 4x4 HIGH with the rear wheels slipping Shifting from 4x4 HIGH 4WD high to 2WD 2WD high Rotate the 4WD control to 2WD at any forward speed Disengagement of the transfer case and front hubs may be delayed due to torque bind which is caused by driving on dry hard surfaces or performing tight turns while using the 4WD system You do not need to operate the vehicle in R Reverse to disengage your fron...

Page 129: ...or 2WD 2WD high position 5 Hold the shift command until the LOW RANGE indicator light shuts off 6 If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not shut off after 15 seconds start the vehicle moving then repeat steps 1 through 5 before reporting any shift concerns to your dealer Driving off road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating ch...

Page 130: ...35 mph The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capabil...

Page 131: ... added engine braking is desired When speed control is on and you are driving uphill your vehicle speed may drop considerably especially if you are carrying a heavy load If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km h 10 mph the speed control will cancel automatically Resume speed with accelerator pedal If speed control cancels after climbing the hill reset speed by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL but...

Page 132: ...oss Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum total weight of the base vehicle passengers optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver s door pillar GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver s door pillar GCW ...

Page 133: ...nt vehicle weight rating limitations Before adding any additional equipment refer to these limitations If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e r...

Page 134: ... as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer weight on the chart DRIVING THROUGH WA...

Page 135: ...atings Weight of additional body must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation ...

Page 136: ...g lbs 1 5 4L 3 73 6 124 13 500 4 536 10 000 5 4L 4 10 6 804 15 000 4 536 10 000 6 8L 3 73 7 711 17 000 4 536 10 000 6 8L 4 30 8 165 18 000 4 536 10 000 1 Conventional Class IV trailer hitch only Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR F 350 with manual transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Maximum trailer weight kg lbs 1 5 4L 3 73 6 124 ...

Page 137: ...calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR F 450 with automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Maximum trailer weight kg lbs 1 6 8L 4 88 10 886 24 000 4 536 10 000 6 8L 5 38 11 794 26 000 4 536 10 000 1 Conventional Class IV trailer hitch only Fifth wheel trailer maximum weights can be calculated by subtracting GVW from GCWR F 550 Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Ma...

Page 138: ...height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle 3 Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is within 0 13 mm 1 2 inch of the reference point After proper adjustment the rear bumper should be no higher than in Step 3 Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is lower or higher than ...

Page 139: ...g up trailer lamps Using a step bumper if equipped The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 25 4 mm one inch shank diameter The bumper has a 2 270 kg 5 000 lb trailer weight and 227 kg 500 lb tongue weight capability If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position a frame mounted trailer hitch must be installed Driving while you tow When tow...

Page 140: ... P Park automatic transmissions or N Neutral manual transmissions This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bott...

Page 141: ...internal transmission components RWD vehicles with 4x4 electronic shift transfer case or All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles with automatic transmissions Regarding recreational towing or having your vehicle towed 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly and AWD vehicles cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground with the exception of moving it as a disabled vehicle off the road out of traffic SNO...

Page 142: ...ations require additional exterior lamps for snowplow equipped vehicles Consult your dealer for additional information After installing a snowplow to the vehicle ensure the vehicle s front toe alignment and front ride height are within specification reset if required These specifications are located in the vehicle s Workshop Manual Adherence to the toe tire pressures and ride height specification ...

Page 143: ...ng the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided Never remove or defeat the tripping mechanisms designed into the snow removal equipment by its manufacturer Doing so may cause damage to the vehicle and the snow removal equipment as well as possible air bag deployment Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint Syste...

Page 144: ...Shift transfer case to 4x4 HIGH 4WD High when plowing larger areas or light snow at higher speeds Do not exceed 24 km h 15 mph Do not shift the transmission from a forward gear to R Reverse until the engine is at idle and the wheels are stopped If the vehicle is stuck shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes The...

Page 145: ...accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury o...

Page 146: ...mergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously Depress control again to turn the flashers off RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH The fuel pump shut off switch is a devi...

Page 147: ...uel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuse...

Page 148: ... Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by th...

Page 149: ...eners counterclockwise To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover FUSE1 RELAY 1 RELAY 3 NOT USED RELAY 4 RELAY 5 12 22 2 13 23 3 14 24 4 16 15 25 5 26 6 17 27 7 18 28 8 19 29 11 21 31 9 30 10 20 Roadside emergencies 149 ...

Page 150: ...Not Used 10 15A Dual Fuel Tanks 11 30A Wiper Motor Wiper Run Park Relay Coil Wiper Hi LO Relay Coil Washer Pump Relay Coil 12 15A Horn 13 20A Stop Lamps Center High mount Stop Lamp Trailer Tow Stop Lamp Speed Control 14 10A Dome Lamp Cargo Lamp Courtesy Lamps Running Board Lamps 15 5A Stop Lamp Switch Logic Generic Electronic Module GEM Powertrain Control Module PCM Four Wheel Anti lock Brake Syst...

Page 151: ... Charge Relay Coil Four Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 4WABS Turn Signal 25 Not Used 26 Not Used 27 10A Ignition Run Power Feed Customer Access 28 10A Brake Shift Interlock DRL Relay Coil Speed Control Module Backup Lamps Trailer Tow Backup Lamp Relay Coil Electronic Shift On The Fly Hub Lock Solenoid Vacuum Pump Motor 29 5A Instrument Cluster Charge and Airbag Warning Lamps 30 30A PCM Relay Coil Ig...

Page 152: ...n electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter 19 29 18 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 37 36 17 27 16 26 15 25 14 24 13 ...

Page 153: ...egulator 7 20A Gasoline only 5A Diesel only Gasoline only Vapor Management Valve HEGO Sensors Intake Manifold Communication Control EVR Solenoid PCM Canister Vent Solenoid Diesel only Dual Alternator A Field 8 15A Trailer Tow Electronic Brake Illumination Park Lamps Trailer Tow Park Lamp Relay Coil 9 10A Left Headlamp Low Beam 10 20A Power Point 11 10A Right Headlamp Low Beam 12 15A Daytime Runnin...

Page 154: ...wer Door Lock Motors 27 Gasoline only 30A Diesel only Gasoline only Not Used Diesel only Injector Driver Module 28 30A Trailer Tow Electronic Brake Controller 29 20A Radio 30 PCM Power Relay 31 Blower Motor Relay 32 A C CASS Gasoline only Injector Driver Module Power Relay Diesel only 33 Washer Pump Relay 34 Windshield Wiper Park Run Relay 35 Windshield Wiper HI LO Relay 36 A C Clutch Diode 37 PCM...

Page 155: ...lt to control Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations Tool Location Spare tire pick up trucks only Under the vehicle just forward of the rear bumper Jack Regular cab crew cab and SuperCab without rear bench seat Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab with rear bench seat Under rear bench on ...

Page 156: ...nd of lug wrench loosen the eyebolt on the support bracket Line up the eyebolt with the slot in the support bracket Slide the support bracket off the eyebolt and move the support bracket away from the spare tire 3 If equipped unlock and remove the spare tire lock from the rear bumper drive tube using the the spare tire lock key and the jack handle Roadside emergencies 156 ...

Page 157: ...dle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets when the tire is raised to the stowed position The spare tire carrier has a built in ratchet feature that will not allow you to overtighten 4 Check that the tire lies flat to the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly seated under the vehicle Loosen or retighten if necessary 5 If removed install the spare tire...

Page 158: ...fer case four wheel drive Place transfer case in 2H 4H or 4L To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed 2 Turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel block not provided 3 Remove the jack jack handle lug wrench an...

Page 159: ...c transmission or R Reverse manual transmission To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured The following steps apply to F250 F350 only 6 Insert the hooked end of the jack handle into the jack and use the handle to slide...

Page 160: ... Front 4x2 Front passenger side 4x4 Roadside emergencies 160 ...

Page 161: ... Front driver side 4x4 Make sure the jack fits into the notched area on the differential housing Rear Roadside emergencies 161 ...

Page 162: ...the valve stem must be facing outward If replacing the outboard wheel the valve stem must be facing inward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 11 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Go to step 19 The following steps apply to F450 F550 only 12 Slide the notched end of the jack handl...

Page 163: ... Front 4x2 Front driver side 4x4 Front passenger side 4x4 2000 F250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide owners USA English fus Roadside emergencies 163 ...

Page 164: ...re with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward on all front an inboard rear wheels If replacing the outboard wheel the valve stem must be facing inward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 18 Lower the wheel by slowly turning the release valve counterclockwise Opening the release valve...

Page 165: ...eel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque Nm Lb ft M14 x 1 5 200 225 150 165 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners On all two piece flat wheel nuts apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads...

Page 166: ...start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive cor...

Page 167: ...e discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2000 F250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide owners USA English fus Roadside emergencies 167 ...

Page 168: ...retor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Ro...

Page 169: ...cle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 169 ...

Page 170: ...tery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside emergencies 170 ...

Page 171: ...th T hooks On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground However a slingbelt with T hooks and a wheel dolly can also be used If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck oper...

Page 172: ...cle Do not work on a hot engine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relea...

Page 173: ...heels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N Neutral 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it w...

Page 174: ...e bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located under the right center of the hood Slide the handle to release the auxiliary latch 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open HOOD Maintenance and care 174 ...

Page 175: ... component locations 1 Engine oil dipstick 2 Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Power steering fluid reservoir 6 Air filter assembly 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Battery 10 Engine oil filler cap 11 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 9 10 11 1 2 3 4 8 6 7 5 Maintenance and care 175 ...

Page 176: ...pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or 1 First manual transmission 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is a...

Page 177: ... within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by tur...

Page 178: ... could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design spec...

Page 179: ...not fill above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immedia...

Page 180: ...tions in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not let the reservoir fo...

Page 181: ...ed manual transmission during normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should remain constant or rise slightly If the fluid level drops refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir For vehicles equipped with the 5 speed manual transmission during normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir will drop slightly As this occurs refill the fluid level to the step in t...

Page 182: ...eze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant Your engine s cooling system has been factory filled with a 50 50 mixtur...

Page 183: ...cold fill range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty...

Page 184: ...u are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed onto the windshield it could make it difficult to see through the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant is at the co...

Page 185: ... the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes Not all coolant recycling processes p...

Page 186: ...nt concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate...

Page 187: ...and braking effort to increase Once the engine temperature cools the engine can be re started Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail safe mode so drive the vehicle with caution The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed operation and the engine will run rough Reme...

Page 188: ...cheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature 20 80 F 7 25 C 1 Check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be between the arrows in the FULL COLD range Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 2 If the fluid level is low start the engine 3 While the engine idles t...

Page 189: ...has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your fo...

Page 190: ...should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be cause...

Page 191: ...component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Checking and adding manual transmission fluid 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler ...

Page 192: ... fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter Checking and adding transfer case fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening Maintenance and care 192 ...

Page 193: ... air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers in the Capacities and specifications chapter Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 1 Loosen the clamp that secures the air filter element in place Maintenance and ...

Page 194: ...unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 5 Replace the two halves of the air filter housing and secure the clamp DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease...

Page 195: ...terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper...

Page 196: ...plete the relearning process The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km 10 miles or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations...

Page 197: ... windshield to remove it from the arm 3 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwea...

Page 198: ... lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak ...

Page 199: ... pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide...

Page 200: ... Four tire rotation Five tire rotation Maintenance and care 200 ...

Page 201: ...perly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Ford Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over Tires ...

Page 202: ...emove the tire chains when they are no longer needed Do not use tire chains on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage an...

Page 203: ...el vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly ...

Page 204: ...le in the fill position Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effects of usin...

Page 205: ... by your warranty Many of the world s automakers issued the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Ford approves the use...

Page 206: ...nty 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 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 Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel fil...

Page 207: ... the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of usable fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel...

Page 208: ...l economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate op...

Page 209: ...maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle Scheduled Maintenance Guide Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 0 4 km L 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 lb of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your...

Page 210: ...licable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to the specified schedule The schedu...

Page 211: ...nspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light is on refer to the description in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s power...

Page 212: ...eadlamp bulbs aerodynamic 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the hood 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 4 Remove bulb retainer ring by turning it counterclockwise then slide the ring off the plastic base 5 Without turning carefully pull bulb out of headlamp assembly Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of child...

Page 213: ...t by turning it clockwise until you feel a stop 8 Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps Replacing headlamp bulbs sealed beam To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position 2 Open the hood 3 Remove the two screws and parking lamp side marker assembly by pulling gently 4 Disconnect the electrical connectors from the parking lamp...

Page 214: ...lace either bulb 1 Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar by releasing the two retaining tabs 4 Twist the bulb socket 1 4 turn counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install bulb socket in lamp assembly...

Page 215: ...e lens on the lamp assembly with the four screws Replacing cargo lamp and high mount brakelamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly 1 Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle as wiring permits 2 Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb To install the brakelamp assembly 1 ...

Page 216: ...wist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly 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 Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure...

Page 217: ... 3 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer a Replace entire lamp assembly bulb is not serviceable AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician CLEANIN...

Page 218: ...essories such as antennas and fold in the side view mirrors before entering a car wash If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield After washing apply the brakes several times to dry them Waxing your vehicle Waxing your vehicle on a regular basis will reduce...

Page 219: ...hat will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing Take care ...

Page 220: ...with a non abrasive cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA available from your Ford Dealer Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis and blades or rubber elements replaced when...

Page 221: ...nvolved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue Dry with a soft cloth For tougher soiling concerns Ford recommends using the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ 19G253 AA whi...

Page 222: ...ce part numbers Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant F 250 350 Dana 50 axle 1 8L 3 8 pints F 350 450 550 Dana 60 axle 2 7L 5 8 pints Rear axle 1 2 Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F 250 350 10 50 inch a...

Page 223: ... filter change Diesel engine Refer to your 7 3L Diesel Supplement Fuel tank N A Mid ship tank optional aft axle on narrow frame Chassis Cab 71 9L 19 0 gallons Right side saddle mounted tank optional on narrow frame Chassis Cab 87 1L 23 0 gallons Short box wide frame Regular Cab 109 8L 29 0 gallons Long box wide frame Regular Cab Super Cab or Crew Cab 143 9L 38 0 gallons Aft axle narrow frame Chass...

Page 224: ...uivalent meeting Ford Specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok axles 3 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 4 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the di...

Page 225: ...d fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Front axle 4X4 Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant XY 75W90 TQL WSP M2C201 A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lube 1 F1TZ 19580 B WSL M2C192 A Motorcraft SAE 80W ...

Page 226: ...eering fluid and transfer case fluid if equipped Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Manual transmission 5 speed Synthetic MERCON威 ATF 2 E6AZ 19582 B MERCON威 Manual transmission 6 speed Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 2 XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Automatic transmission Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 2 XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Windshield washer fluid Ultra clear Windshield Washer Concentrate C9AZ 19550 AC ESR M17P5 A 1 Add 236 m...

Page 227: ...ission that requires use of the MERCON威 type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON威 V type fluid MERCON威 and MERCON威 V type fluids are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCON威 and MERCON威 V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON威 may cause transmission d...

Page 228: ...in a 4 013 2 mm 158 in b 5 Overall length 5 646 mm 222 2 in 5 757 mm 226 6 in 5 876 mm 231 3 in a 6 177 mm 243 1 in b 5 879 mm 231 4 in a 6 180 mm 243 3 in b a Short wheel base b Long wheel base F250 Crew Cab Dimension Body style Crew Cab 4x2 Crew Cab 4x4 1 Overall height 1 960 mm 77 2 in a 1 883 mm 74 1 in b 2 053mm 80 8 in a 2 052 mm 80 8 in b 2 Track Front Rear 1 745 mm 68 7 in 1 729 mm 68 1 in...

Page 229: ...8 0 in a c 1 736 3 mm 68 3 in 1879 6 mm 74 0 in b d 1 737 3 mm 68 4 in 1 729 3 mm 68 0 in 3 Overall width 2 025 mm 79 7 in 2 031 mm 79 9 in 2 031 mm 79 9 in 2 031 mm 79 9 in 4 Wheelbase 3 576 3 mm 140 8 in 3 479 8 mm 137 0 in 3 601 mm 141 8 in a 4 013 2 mm 158 0 in b 3 601 mm 141 8 in a 4 013 2 mm 158 0 in b 5 Overall length 5 732 mm 225 7 in 5 754 mm 226 5 in 5 879 mm 231 4 in a 6 288 mm 247 6 in...

Page 230: ...le Chassis Cab 4x2 Chassis Cab 4x4 Crew Cab 4x2 Crew Cab 4x4 1 Overall height 2 044 mm 80 5 in 2 051 mm 80 7 in 2 053 mm 80 8 in 2 056 mm 80 9 in 2 Track Front Rear 1 736 mm 68 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 1 736 mm 68 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 1 736 mm 68 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 1 736 mm 68 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 3 Overall width 2 025 mm 79 7 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 4 Wheelbase 3 5...

Page 231: ... 610 mm 63 4 in 1 736 mm 68 4 in 1 610 mm 63 4 in 3 Overall width 2 025 mm 79 7 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 2 376 mm 93 5 in 4 Wheelbase 3 576 mm 140 8 in 3 576 mm 140 8 in 4 475 mm 176 2 in 4 475 mm 176 2 in 5 Overall length 5 732 mm 225 6 in a 6 341 mm 249 6 in b 5 733 mm 225 7 in a 6 343 mm 249 7 in b 5 733 mm 225 7 in a 6 343 mm 249 7 in b 5 733 mm 225 7 in a 6 343 mm 249 7 in b a Sho...

Page 232: ...NT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC FOHT 15294A10 GA MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXX LB XXXXX KG VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FGAWR X...

Page 233: ...trument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacities and specifications 233 ...

Page 234: ...tection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask your dealer...

Page 235: ...s and accessories providing you with equipment reliability Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Cust...

Page 236: ...contacting a Customer Assistance Center Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located The year and make of your vehicle The date of vehicle purchase The current odometer reading The vehicle identification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the...

Page 237: ... repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving a non Ford product a non Ford dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns w...

Page 238: ...must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your application is reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating the file number assigned to your application the toll free phone number of the DSB s independen...

Page 239: ...h complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision Board review may be terminated at any time by either party Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Boa...

Page 240: ... the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is bindi...

Page 241: ...contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has man...

Page 242: ...d Ford Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted f...

Page 243: ...courier Daytime running lights DRL Electrochromic inside mirror with compass Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display Fog lights Framed luggage covers Heavy duty battery Off road lights Pickup box rails Running boards and tubular running bars Speed control Towing mirrors Trailer hitch Class IV Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch mounted bike carrier Trailer hitch wi...

Page 244: ...g gas cap Lubricants and oils Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Rallye bars Combo bars Side window air deflectors Spare tire lock Step bumpers Step sill plates Tailgate covers Diamond plate Tonneau cover soft Touch up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessor...

Page 245: ...se the engine to stumble or stall In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of suc...

Page 246: ...f it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Page 247: ...cement specifications 222 servicing 194 voltage gauge 19 Belt minder 84 Brakes 109 anti lock 109 110 111 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 14 110 brake warning light 13 fluid checking and adding 179 fluid refill capacities 222 fluid specifications 225 227 lubricant specifications 225 227 parking 111 shift interlock 114 Break in period 3 Capacities for refilling fluids 222 Certification Labe...

Page 248: ...iving under special conditions 130 131 mud 130 sand 130 snow and ice 131 through water 130 134 Emergencies roadside jump starting 166 Emission control system 210 Engine 227 228 check engine service engine soon light 10 11 cleaning 219 coolant 182 diesel 3 fail safe coolant 186 idle speed control 194 lubrication specifications 225 227 refill capacities 222 service points 175 starting after a collis...

Page 249: ...32 location 132 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 132 calculating 132 134 definition 132 driving with a heavy load 132 location 132 Hazard flashers 146 Headlamps 25 aiming 217 daytime running lights 25 flash to pass 26 high beam 14 25 replacing bulbs 212 213 turning on and off 25 warning chime 16 Heating 27 heater only system 27 heating and air conditioning system 29 Hood 174 Ignition 227 228 posit...

Page 250: ...g 204 Odometer 18 Oil see Engine oil 176 Overdrive 61 Panic alarm feature remote entry system 68 Parking brake 111 Parts see Motorcraft parts 222 Power distribution box see Fuses 152 Power door locks 63 Power steering 112 fluid checking and adding 188 fluid refill capacity 222 fluid specifications 225 227 Preparing to drive your vehicle 113 Radio 32 Relays 147 Remote entry system 67 68 illuminated...

Page 251: ...owing 199 wrecker 171 Traction lok rear axle 112 Transfer case fluid checking 192 Transmission 114 fluid checking and adding automatic 189 fluid checking and adding manual 191 fluid refill capacities 222 lubricant specifications 225 227 manual operation 117 Transmission control indicator light 13 Trip odometer 18 Turn signal 14 56 Vehicle dimensions 228 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 233 Vehicl...

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Page 255: ...MERCON威 ATF 3 Automatic transmission fluid capacity 2 16 7L 17 7 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 4 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON威 and MERCON威 V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 and MERCON威 V Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service...

Page 256: ... may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 3 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 4 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in tank cooler The amount of transmi...

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