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Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Protected Circuits

10A

Trailer tow brake controller, Trailer
tow battery charge relay coil

Not used (spare)

10A

Reverse sensing system (RSS), 4x4
module, 4x4 solenoid, Traction
control switch, Tow/Haul switch
(Diesel engine)

Passive anti-theft system (PATS)
transceiver, Cluster control

10A

Climate control, PTC control

20A

Subwoofer

20A

Radio, Navigation radio and amplifier

20A

4x4 module, Satellite radio module,
SYNC

威

, GPS

15A

Radio, Auto dimming rear view
mirror, Lock switch illumination

10A

Heated seat relay coil, Upfitter switch
relay coils, Heated mirror relay coil

10A

Fuel tank selector switch, 4x4 module

10A

Run customer access feed (PTO)

Front wiper logic, Blower motor relay
coil

7.5A

Not used (spare)

30A Circuit

Breaker

Power windows, Moon roof, Power
rear sliding window

Relay

Delayed accessory

Roadside Emergencies

309

2010 F-250/350/450/550

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Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA

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Summary of Contents for 2010 350

Page 1: ...nment system 68 Navigation system 97 SYNC威 97 Climate Controls 98 Heater only 98 Manual heating and air conditioning 99 Dual automatic temperature control 102 Lights 107 Headlamps 107 Turn signal control 112 Bulb replacement 113 Driver Controls 120 Windshield wiper washer control 120 Steering wheel adjustment 121 Power windows 124 Mirrors 126 Speed control 131 Upfitter controls 137 Moon roof 138 T...

Page 2: ...ing 251 Trailer brake controller integrated 255 Recreational towing 262 Driving 263 Starting 263 Brakes 268 Traction Control 270 Transmission operation 275 Reverse sensing system 280 Rear view camera system 282 Roadside Emergencies 302 Getting roadside assistance 302 Hazard flasher control 303 Fuel pump shut off switch 304 Fuses and relays 305 Changing tires 314 Wheel lug nut torque 329 Jump start...

Page 3: ...390 Engine data 394 Accessories 397 Ford Extended Service Plan 399 Index 402 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...

Page 4: ...e Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on this Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING Fuel pump shut off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g ...

Page 5: ...ain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules seat belt pretensioners and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca ...

Page 6: ... the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag Notice to owners of diesel powered vehicles Read the 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of you...

Page 7: ...age voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties In addition ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package it will be indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label T...

Page 8: ...d Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose See your SYNC威 supplement for more information Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle event data recorders are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The module...

Page 9: ...also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location and or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services If you do not want to disclose this information do not activate the feature See your SYNC威 supplement for more information Additionally when you connect to Traffic Directions and Inf...

Page 10: ...nty CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile ...

Page 11: ...complements this book By referring to the market unique supplement if provided you can properly identify those features recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle This Owner s Guide is written primarily for the U S and Canadian Markets Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export Refer to this Owner s Guide for all other required infor...

Page 12: ... Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Speed 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 Introduction 12 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus...

Page 13: ...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 Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning Introduction 13 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 14: ...lert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the Instrument Cluster 14 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 15: ... engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing See the Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapte...

Page 16: ...hecked by your authorized dealer immediately Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light ...

Page 17: ...apter Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly If it stays on while the engine is running there may be a malfunction with the charging system Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component Powertrain malfunction Reduced power Electronic throttle control RTT Displays when the engine has defau...

Page 18: ...e the engine is running or hot Low fuel RTT Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Door ajar RTT Displays when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open Transmission Tow Haul Feature automatic transmission if equipped The Tow Haul light remains illuminated as long as the Tow Haul feature is activated Refer to the Driving ...

Page 19: ...he left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine it has some unique warning lights refer to Instrument Cluster in your Power Stroke 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supple...

Page 20: ... contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Turn signal chime Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles 3 2 km Message center activation chime Sounds when some warning messages appears in the message center display for the first time Overspeed chime if equipped Sounds when the vehicle speed reaches...

Page 21: ...GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Standard instrument cluster Harley Davidson instrument cluster Instrument Cluster 21 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 22: ... kilometers of the vehicle Refer to Standard message center or Optional message center in this chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English Trip odometer Registers the miles kilometers of individual journeys With standard message center Press the SELECT RESET stem once to switch from the odometer to the trip odometer Press the stem again to select Trip A and Trip B features To reset...

Page 23: ...ter Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure The needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer Instrument Cluster 23 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide ...

Page 24: ...al operating range have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible Transmission fluid temperature gauge automatic transmission only If the gauge is in the Normal area the transmission fluid is within the normal operating temperature between H and C Yellow area the transmission fluid is higher than normal operating temperature This can be caused by special operating conditions i e ...

Page 25: ... release the SELECT RESET button located in the speedometer to scroll and reset the following functions Select or reset the function by holding the SELECT RESET button for more than 2 seconds TRIP Registers the distance of individual journeys Press and release the SELECT RESET button on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display To reset press and hold for less than two secon...

Page 26: ...liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press the SELECT RESET button press and hold the SELECT RESET button for two seconds in order to reset the function after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings Setup menu veh...

Page 27: ...km and 219 days UNITS Displays the current units English or Metric Press and hold the SELECT RESET button to change from English to Metric Press the SELECT RESET button for the next setup menu item or wait for more than four seconds to return to the info menu LANGUAGE ENGLISH SPANISH FRENCH Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in Selectable languages are English Span...

Page 28: ...AIN XX X NO TRAILER if equipped and no trailer connected 8 TBC GAIN XX X OUTPUT if equipped and trailer connected 9 XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems In the event of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four ...

Page 29: ...isplayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER if equipped Displayed if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring brake system Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for more information TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT if equipped Displayed and accompanied by a single chime in response to faults sensed by the TBC Refer to T...

Page 30: ...pond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds this is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack of lubrication A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds Once the counter has reached 0 Zero seconds OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and the engine will respond to accelerator pedal movement Refer to your Power Stroke 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Direct Injection Tur...

Page 31: ...played It is recommended the vehicle operator drive the vehicle above 30 mph 48 km h until the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message turns off This message is NORMAL Refer to your Power Stroke 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for more information Note If this message is ignored your vehicle will continue to fill the Diesel Particulate Filter DPF with particles exh...

Page 32: ...Owner s Guide Supplement for more information STOP SAFELY NOW Diesel engine only Displayed and a chime sounds when the vehicle exhaust system temperature exceeds intended operating range If this warning occurs engine power is reduced and the engine will shut down when the vehicle speed is below 3 mph 5 km h Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and contact your authorized dealer Depending on...

Page 33: ...ress and hold the RESET button for two seconds to reset Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to English ENG HRS Registers the accumulated time the engine has been running MILES km TO E This displays an estimate of approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions Remember to turn the ignition off when refuelin...

Page 34: ...Differences in the automatic shut off points on the fuel pumps at service stations Variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest 0 1 gallon liter 1 Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles 8 km with the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average 2 Record the highway fuel economy for future reference It is important to press ...

Page 35: ...owing systems and provide a status of the item if needed 1 OIL LIFE Gas engine only 2 ENGINE HOURS 3 ENGINE IDLE HOURS Diesel engine only 4 CHARGING SYSTEM 5 DOOR AJAR 6 BRAKE SYSTEM 7 TBC GAIN XX X NO TRAILER if equipped and no trailer connected 8 TBC GAIN XX X OUTPUT if equipped and trailer connected 9 FUEL LEVEL Note Some systems show a message only if a condition is present OIL LIFE This displ...

Page 36: ...s 7 200 km and 219 days UNITS Displays the current units English or Metric Press the RESET button to change from English to Metric AUTOLAMP SEC This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off Press the RESET control to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0 10 20 30 60 90 120 or 180 seconds AUTOLOCK This feature automatically locks all vehicle do...

Page 37: ... menu press and release the RESET button until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting ZONE XX RESET CHANGE 5 Press and release the RESET button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center The range of zone values are from 1 to 15 and wraps back to 1 6 To exit the zone setting mode and to lock in your change ...

Page 38: ...alfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems In the event of a multiple warning situation the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages Types of messages and warnings Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you may need to ...

Page 39: ...tion a trailer with electric trailer brakes is sensed during a given ignition cycle Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for more information TRAILER DISCONNECTED if equipped Displayed and accompanied by a single chime when a trailer connection becomes disconnected either intentionally or unintentionally and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle Refer to Trailer ...

Page 40: ...ounter has reached 0 zero and the engine is sufficiently warm enough to drive in extremely cold weather refer to the engine warming please wait message description mentioned previously Refer to your Power Stroke 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for more information DRAIN WATER SEPARATOR Diesel engine only Displayed when the water separator has reached a pred...

Page 41: ...mited Dealer service will then be required to restore your vehicle to full power operation Note Diesel Particulate Filter DPF regeneration will not initiate at idle or in Power Take Off PTO mode When DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER is displayed in the message center PTO and or Stationary Elevated Idle Control SEIC must be disengaged inactive in order to properly clean the DPF The vehicle must be dri...

Page 42: ...e as soon as safely possible and contact your authorized dealer Depending on the severity of the over temperature condition the vehicle may not restart after cycling the ignition off If the vehicle restarts there may be limited power If the exhaust over temperature condition reoccurs the message center will display STOP SAFELY NOW the chime will sound and engine power will be reduced again and shu...

Page 43: ...hen it is safe to do so The AM FM stereo system does not contain rear speakers only front driver side and passenger side speakers Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened 1 Tuner Press to manually go up or down the radio freque...

Page 44: ...CLK again to make the minutes start to flash and use SEEK to adjust Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode 3 SEEK Press SEEK to access the previous next strong station 4 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18 5 AM FM Press ...

Page 45: ...esponsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened 1 Press to manually go up o...

Page 46: ...nel Categories Pop Rock News etc Press OK when the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu SAVE SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song title in the system ...

Page 47: ...ENABLED DISABLED will appear in the display The menu listing will display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability AUTOSET Press MENU ...

Page 48: ...ack mode pressing SEEK SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc In Folder mode pressing SEEK SEEK will scroll only through tracks within the selected folder Press FOLDER FOLDER to access the previous next folder if available COMPRESS Compression Available only in CD MP3 mode Press MENU until COMPRESS ON OFF appears in the display Use SEEK SEEK to toggle ON OFF When COMPRESS is ON the system...

Page 49: ...al in CD MP3 mode When a CD MP3 is playing press to pause or play the current CD MP3 The CD MP3 status will display in the radio display OK Use in various menu selections If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System FES please refer to the Family entertainment DVD system section later in this chapter 7 SHUFFLE In CD MP3 mode press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode SHUFFLE ON will ap...

Page 50: ...a preset control until sound returns Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 13 TEXT SCAN In radio and CD MP3 mode press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop In CD MP3 mode press and release to display track title artist name and disc title In satellite radio mode if equi...

Page 51: ...ct AM FM1 FM2 frequency band 15 ON OFF Volume Press VOL PUSH to turn on off Turn VOL PUSH to increase decrease volume Note If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 16 CD Press to enter CD MP3 mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD MP3 play will begin wher...

Page 52: ...evices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has turned off or until either front door has opened 1 Tune Disc selector In radio mode press to manually go up or down the radio frequency Press and hold for a fast advance...

Page 53: ...en the desired category appears in the display After a category is selected press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only i e ROCK You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels Press OK to close and return to the main menu SAVE SONG Press OK to save the currently playing song title in the system s memory If you try to save something other ...

Page 54: ...ll display the opposite state For example if you have chosen to enable the song alerts the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on so your other option is to turn them off Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability AUTOSET Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET Autoset allows you to set the s...

Page 55: ...peakers ALL SEATS Occupancy mode Available on Audiophile radios only Press MENU repeatedly to access Press SEEK to optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS SPEEDVOL Speed sensitive volume if equipped Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise Use SEEK SEEK to adjust The default s...

Page 56: ...e refer to the Family entertainment DVD system section later in this chapter Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with your authorized dealer for availability 5 SEEK In radio mode press to access the previous next strong station In CD MP3 mode press to access the previous next CD track In satellite radio mode if equipped press SEEK SEEK to seek to the prev...

Page 57: ...isengage press SHUFFLE again SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display Note In track mode all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order In MP3 folder mode the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder 8 FOLDER In folder mode press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs if available 9 FOLDER In folder mode press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs if...

Page 58: ...XT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed When the indicator is active press SEEK to view the additional display text When the indicator is active press SEEK to view the previous display text In satellite radio mode if equipped press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels Press again to stop In CATEGORY MODE press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of channe...

Page 59: ...nformation 18 CD eject To eject a disc from the system press Select the correct slot number using memory presets 1 6 When ready the system will eject the disc and the display will read REMOVE CD If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds the system will reload the disc To auto eject up to 6 CDs press and hold until the system begins ejecting the current disc Remove the current disc and the next disc...

Page 60: ...ble music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off 3 Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle 4 Turn the radio on us...

Page 61: ...e music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control play pause etc over the attached portable music player 5 For safety reasons connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving Also the portable music player should be stored in a secure location such as the cen...

Page 62: ...0 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you ...

Page 63: ...otection film attached CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ballpoint pens may damage CDs Please contact your authorized dealer for further information Audio system warranty and service Refe...

Page 64: ...olders containing MP3 files from F001 folder T001 track to F253 T255 Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create While various files may be present files with extensions other than mp3 only files with the mp3 ...

Page 65: ...nnels freeway overpasses parking garages dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute Unlike AM FM audible static you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference Your radio display may display NO SI...

Page 66: ... Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel No action required This message should disappear shortly SAT FAULT Internal module or system failure present If this message does not clear within a short period of time or with an ignition key cycle your receiver may have a fault See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL C...

Page 67: ...erly NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal i e tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you move into an open area the signal should return UPDATING Update of channel programming in progress No action required The process may take up to three minutes CA...

Page 68: ... applicable to the overhead controls as well as to duplicate controls found on the remote control Quick start Your Family Entertainment System includes a DVD system two sets of wireless infrared IR headphones and a wireless infrared IR remote control Note To disable the DVD rear seat controls If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system press the MEDIA or RADIO hard button Select the Rea...

Page 69: ... DVD AUX NON DVD OFF Press the power button to turn the system off The indicator light will turn off indicating the system is off Note The audio from the DVD system will play over all vehicle speakers and can be adjusted by the radio volume control To play a CD in the DVD system The DVD system can play audio CDs CD R and CD R W CD ROM and video CDs To ensure proper disc operation check the disc fo...

Page 70: ...play If there is already a disc in the system press PLAY on the DVD player 3 The disc will begin to play and the MP3 Audio Disc screen will display and allow you to access the COMPRESSION SHUFFLE SCAN and FOLDER MODE features Note If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system when a disc is inserted the DVD system will automatically switch to dual play mode the rear speakers will turn off a...

Page 71: ...he screen will remain black If the video source is set to DVD AUX the display will automatically turn on if a video signal is detected To listen to audio over the headphones Dual play mode You may listen to channels A and B over wired or wireless headphones Refer to Using the infrared wireless headphones and Using wired headphones for further information Black 4 wired headphone output wired headph...

Page 72: ...eadphones 1 Press the power control on the earpiece to turn the headphones ON 2 Select Channel A or B for each set of wireless headphones by using the A B control on the ear piece 3 Adjust the headphone volume using the rotary dial on the earpiece Using wired headphones not included WARNING Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervise...

Page 73: ...her the A or B headphone source Then press MEDIA to select the desired playing media for that headset When a headphone channel has been selected A or B selections will affect the source on that channel only Note Headphone A can access any possible media AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Headphone B can only access DVD and DVD AUX For further information refer to Single play Dual play later...

Page 74: ...le through the following video state options which will be indicated on the bottom right hand corner of the display DVD DISC DVD AUX NON DVD and Off no indicator If you select the DVD AUX video source the display will turn off if there is no video signal detected When a video signal is detected on the auxiliary video input and the display is in the DVD AUX video mode the display will automatically...

Page 75: ...ress repeatedly to select from the various possible playing media sources AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX The media will show in the status display on the top of the screen when in Dual Play mode When in Single Play mode the media source will be displayed on the radio Note Channel A can access any possible media source AM FM1 FM2 SAT if equipped CD DVD DVD AUX Channel B can only access D...

Page 76: ...ise stated all operations can be carried out with the remote control Always point the remote control directly at the player Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player 1 Power control Press to turn the FES Family Entertainment System ON OFF 2 Cursor controls Use in various active menus to advance the cursor up down left right When not in a Menu the left and right cursor con...

Page 77: ...ause Press to play or pause a DVD 10 SHUFFLE Press to play all tracks on the current CD MP3 disc in random order 11 STOP Press to stop the current DVD or CD MP3 12 Speaker Headphone Single Dual Play Press to toggle between Single Play same media playing through all speakers and Dual Play headphone mode the rear speakers are muted You can also press the 2 and 4 memory presets on the audio system at...

Page 78: ...ature ON or OFF 21 LANGUAGE DVD dependent Press to select the desired language 22 ENTER Press to select the highlighted menu option 23 ILLUMINATION Press to illuminate the remote control and backlight all of the buttons Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit Since all batteries have a limited shelf life replace them when the unit fails to control the DVD player Rem...

Page 79: ...and to the road Your FES system is equipped with two sets of battery powered infrared wireless headphones Two AAA batteries are needed to operate the headphones Batteries are included Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use with the system Also wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system Refer to Wired Hea...

Page 80: ... press down on top and slide the cover off When replacing the batteries use two new batteries alkaline recommended and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing Entertainment Systems 80 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 81: ...s headphones by using the A B selection switch on the ear piece Adjust the volume control to the desired listening level Ensure that the headphones are turned off when not in use After approximately one minute of not being in use no infrared signal is received the wireless headphones will automatically turn off They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature If th...

Page 82: ...isten to the audio on wired headphones not included connect the wired headphones into the headphone jacks on the sides of the DVD system The wired headphone jack for Channel A is located on the left side of the FES and is labeled A Headphones plugged into this headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to be the Channel A source The wired headphone jack for Channel B is located ...

Page 83: ...ening to the same radio channel You can access dual play mode in any of the following ways If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system a Ensure that the vehicle ignition is turned on Inserting a DVD into the system will automatically activate dual play mode b Press the RADIO or MEDIA hard button on the navigation system Select the Rear Zone tab on the touchscreen and select On for the hea...

Page 84: ...with an aftermarket audio system Headphone only mode When the Family Entertainment System FES detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as Headphone Only Mode While operating in Headphone Only Mode the system will have limited functionality The system will only output audio to th...

Page 85: ...LE to select various angles of view for the DVD This is disc dependent some DVD discs may have more viewing angles to select from Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm The system default is Angle 1 Aspect ratio Select ASPECT RATIO to select the viewing size and shape of the video displayed on the LCD screen This is disc dependent Entertainment Systems 85 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f...

Page 86: ...stem default is WIDE 16 9 Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would like to use for audio output English Spanish French This is disc dependent Once you have made your selection press ENTER to confirm The system default is English Subtitles Select SUBTITLES to turn the subtitle option on or off The system default is OFF Entertainment Systems 86 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guid...

Page 87: ...highlighted the desired track or function press ENTER on the DVD bezel to confirm your selection COMP Compression Compression brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode Press to turn the feature on off SHUFFLE Press to hear all tracks on the current CD in random order Press again to stop SCAN Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the curre...

Page 88: ...c type Some CD RW discs may operate inconsistently and may cause an error message to appear We recommend burning MP3 files onto CD R discs Disc finalization The disc may be left open for the purpose of adding sessions to it at a later time but be sure to close each session or the disc will not play Bit rate The player supports bit rates from 32 320 kbps as well as variable bit rate MP3 files but l...

Page 89: ...ack is extremely harmful to the eyes The FES DVD system is designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs and digital versatile discs DVD DVD R and R W discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD and DVD players Irregular shaped CDs or DVDs CDs or DVDs with a scratch protecti...

Page 90: ... to navigate through the menu selections Press to adjust volume levels Slow play 1 With a DVD playing press pause 2 Press and hold the reverse or advance button to enter into slow play mode Once in slow play mode press and release the reverse or advance button repeatedly to cycle through 1 4 and 1 2 These will display on the status bar on top of the screen as the screens cycle through at this rate...

Page 91: ...listen to the media selected on the Channel A source When you need to make any adjustments to the media volume etc ensure that the Channel A source is highlighted Also located here are the various auxiliary jacks which can be used to plug in a VCR camcorder video games etc The specific jacks are as follows 1 Yellow video input 2 White left channel audio input 3 Red right channel audio input 4 Blac...

Page 92: ...ES allows you to have control over the rear seat controls in a few different ways The DVD system is automatically activated when the vehicle ignition is ON which allows the rear seat passengers to use the DVD system There are three levels of control of the FES buttons The states are FULL enabled LOCAL or LOCKED disabled To change the level of control press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simult...

Page 93: ...ey may also be marked by a numerical symbol Macrovision This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited...

Page 94: ...d crystal display LCD flip down screen may break when hit with a hard surface If the glass breaks do not touch the liquid crystalline material In case of contact with skin wash immediately with soap and water WARNING The driver should not attempt to operate any function of the DVD system while the vehicle is in motion Give full attention to driving and to the road Pull off the road in a safe place...

Page 95: ...ance with the instructions may cause harmful interference and radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician...

Page 96: ...ngerprints are removed Do not spray the screen directly with water or glass cleaning solvents Overspray from these fluids could drip down into the internal electronics of the screen and cause damage Do not apply excessive pressure while cleaning the screen Cleaning DVD and CD discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing If necessary clean discs only with an approved DVD and CD cleaner ...

Page 97: ... the Navigation System supplement for further information SYNC姞 IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威 a hands free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features For more information please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威 section in the Navigation System supplement if equipped Entertainment Systems 97 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guid...

Page 98: ...ributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice Operating tips To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the position Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle d...

Page 99: ...nstrument panel MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS IF EQUIPPED Manual heating and air conditioning system Manual heating and air conditioning system with heated mirrors Manual heating and air conditioning system with heated mirrors and heated seats 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Climate Controls 99 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Pr...

Page 100: ... recirculation in cabin Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculation engages automatically with selection of MAX A C or can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections exc...

Page 101: ... fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the P PARK gear position automatic transmission only to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance in MAX A C mode 1 Move the temperature control to the coolest setting 2 Set the fan to the highest speed initially then adjust in order to maintain comfort To aid in side window defoggin...

Page 102: ...DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL DATC SYSTEMS IF EQUIPPED DATC DATC with heated mirrors Climate Controls 102 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 103: ...Passenger temperature control Press to increase decrease the passenger side temperature in the vehicle cabin 3A Dual Single dual electric temperature control Allows the driver to have full control of the cabin temperature settings single zone or allows the passenger to have control of their individual temperature settings dual zone control Press to turn on dual zone mode press again to return to s...

Page 104: ... air through the floor vents 9 Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents 10 Distributes air through the instrument panel vents 11 Fan speed control Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed To return to automatic fan operation press AUTO 12 EXT Press to display outside temperature Press again to display cabin temperature settings 13 OFF Outside air is shut o...

Page 105: ...hen idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the max A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the P PARK gear position automatic transmission only to continue to receive cool air from your A C system For maximum cooling performance MAX A C Automatic operation 1 Press AUTO for full automat...

Page 106: ...in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select 2 Select A C 3 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to the highest setting 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Climate Controls 106 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f2...

Page 107: ...ed with a message center you can select a delay from 0 180 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to off To turn autolamps on rotate the control counterclockwise To turn autolamps off rotate the control clockwise to the off position Fog lamp control if equipped The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps The fog lamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the or position ...

Page 108: ...g inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the 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 the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activa...

Page 109: ...he full dome on position to reset This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle may be equipped with a sealed beam or aerodynamic headlamp system Sealed beam headlamps may be aimed in the vertical up down and the horizontal left right directions using the procedures following The aerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertic...

Page 110: ...eadlamp beam pattern 1 8 feet 2 4 meters 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 5 Center of headlamps 6 Center line of the vehicle 2 The center of the headlamp is marked either on the lens a circle or cross marker or on the bulb shield internal to the lamp mark or feature Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground 2 and mark an 8 f...

Page 111: ...intensity area is not even with the vertical line follow the next step to adjust it 8 Locate the horizontal adjuster 1 for each headlamp Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to place the left edge of the high intensity area even with the vertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment Vertical aim adjustment aerodynamic headlamps The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically a...

Page 112: ... a distinct horizontal edge towards the right If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp then use a E5 Torx socket to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise to adjust down or clockwise to adjust up aligning the upper edge of the light pat...

Page 113: ...ormal condensation occurs a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions Examples of acceptable condensation are Presence of thin mist no streaks drip marks or droplets Fine mist covers less than 50 of the lens Examples of unacceptabl...

Page 114: ...2 3157 Back up pick ups only 2 921 Back up chassis cabs only 2 3157 High mount stoplamp 1 922 Fog lamp 2 9145 License plate lamp 2 194 Cargo lamp 2 906 Mirror turn signal 2 2825 Mirror clearance lamp 2 2825 Front clearance lamps 2 and front identification lamps 3 5 194 Rear fender clearance 4 194 Interior visor lamp if equipped 4 194 Rear identification 3 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in col...

Page 115: ...se tab and pushing the connector forward then pulling it rearward 5 Remove the bulb assembly by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Insta...

Page 116: ...t straight out 5 Pull the old bulb out from the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing headlamp bulbs sealed beam 1 Make sure that the headlamps are off then open the hood 2 Remove the three screws and one bolt from the top and bottom of the park lamp bezel assembly 3 Remove the four screws and the headlamp retaining ring from headlamp 4 Disconnect the electrical connector from t...

Page 117: ...lb out from the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing brake tail turn back up lamp bulbs Pick ups only 1 Make sure the headlamps are off then open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly and carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar by releasing the two retaining tabs 3 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise ...

Page 118: ...bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamps are off 2 Remove the screws and lamp assembly from vehicle as wiring permits 3 Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamps are off 2 Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install th...

Page 119: ...late lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper To change the license plate lamp bulbs 1 Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb 2 Twist 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 Lights 1...

Page 120: ...conds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield Note Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty This may cause the washer pump to overheat Check the washer fluid level frequently Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry This may scratch the glass damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out Before oper...

Page 121: ... the steering column when the vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package If your vehicle is equipped with a moon roof refer to Moon roof later in this chapter for information on its operation Driver Controls 121...

Page 122: ...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 A power point inside the utility compartment and on the rear of the console Laptop storage Hanging file folder supports Rear cupholders Crew Cab only WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure y...

Page 123: ...the vehicle s ignition key to lock unlock the compartment Under seat storage Flip the rear seat cushion up to access the rear under seat storage area See Seating in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information Use the vehicle s ignition key to lock unlock the compartment Release the lid latches to open the storage area Driver Controls 123 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1...

Page 124: ...relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses To have full capacity usage of your power point the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running do not leave battery chargers video game adapters c...

Page 125: ... Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly The window will open fully Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to resto...

Page 126: ...ich lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side WARNING Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror which has an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal high reflective state to the non glare darkened state when...

Page 127: ...to lock mirrors in place The spotter mirror below the main glass if equipped must be adjusted manually Heated outside mirrors if equipped The main mirror glass and lower convex spotter mirror are heated to remove ice mist and fog To activate the heated mirrors press the heated mirror control located on the climate control panel The heated mirrors will operate for 10 minutes then automatically shut...

Page 128: ...e mirrors it is normal to hear the sound of the motors Powerfold mirror positions from left to right Position 1 Position 2 Position 3 The powerfold mirrors may be folded forward rearward manually to any of the three positions shown and electrically to positions 1 and 2 only If a mirror is folded manually forward to position 3 you must manually fold it back to position 1 or 2 in order for the power...

Page 129: ...ors are electronically folded and telescoped in out with the switches on the door trim panel If the power fold mirrors are out of sync electronically powerfold the mirrors to re sync the motors This will cause a loud click and the mirrors will jerk during re synchronization This is normal Telescoping mirrors if equipped The telescoping feature allows the mirror to extend approximately 2 75 inches ...

Page 130: ...ating and Safety Restraints chapter Mirror mounted side turn signal indicator if equipped When the vehicle turn signals are activated the outer portion of the mirror housing will blink amber The turn signal feature can be seen by other drivers who may approach from the rear of the vehicle Clearance lamps if equipped Illuminates when the headlamps or parking lamps are switched on This provides addi...

Page 131: ... set function and can be recalled along with the vehicle personality features when a memory position is selected through the remote entry transmitter keyless entry keypad or memory switch on the driver s door if equipped with memory feature Refer to Memory seats power mirrors adjustable pedals in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can mai...

Page 132: ... pedal 5 The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on Note Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16 km h below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Driver Contr...

Page 133: ...nts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the SET control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET control to operate the Tap Down function Press and relea...

Page 134: ...ntrol or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Audio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 CD if equipped DVD if equipped SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped LINE IN Auxiliary input jack Driver Controls 134 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners...

Page 135: ...t selection on the CD or press and hold to forward or reverse the CD In any mode Press VOL or to adjust volume Navigation system hands free control features if equipped Press and hold VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature Press VOICE to complete a voice command For further information on the Navigation system refer to the Navigation S...

Page 136: ...nus and selections Press OK to confirm your selection For further information on the SYNC威 system refer to the SYNC威 supplement Navigation system SYNC威 hands free control features if equipped Press VOICE briefly until the voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voice command feature Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call Press and hold to exit phone mode or end call Fo...

Page 137: ...er current draws This is even more important for vehicles with diesel engines since the glow plugs are also draining battery power when the ignition key is in the on position When switched on by the operator they provide 10 amps 15 amps or 30 amps of electrical battery power for a variety of personal or commercial uses If your vehicle is equipped with this option there will also be a relay box loc...

Page 138: ...N ROOF IF EQUIPPED The moon roof control is located on the overhead console WARNING Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof f...

Page 139: ... that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters with a single built in device This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most...

Page 140: ...h to program located on your visor while keeping the indicator light in view 2 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink威 and hand held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink威 indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light Now you may release both the HomeLink威 and hand held transmitter buttons Note Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace S...

Page 141: ...ions or comments please contact HomeLink威 at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 Gate Operator Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand held transmitter After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section replace Step 2 with the following Note If programmin...

Page 142: ...uter HomeLink威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds HomeLink威 is now in the train or learning mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with Step 1 in the Programming section Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained follow thes...

Page 143: ...vehicle occupants or others Note If equipped with a rearview camera system RCS do Steps 1 through 3 before removing the tailgate 1 Before removal of the tailgate locate and disconnect the tailgate in line connector under the pickup box on the passenger side of the vehicle near the spare tire 2 Install a protective cap located in the glove box onto the in line RCS connector that remains under the p...

Page 144: ...y into the truck bed To open the tailgate step 1 Flip down the tailgate 2 Pull the yellow latch lever to the unlock positon to release the grab handle from its stowed postion and raise the handle upright until you feel it latch and see the latch lever in the lock positon The yellow lever only needs to be used when releasing the grab handle 3 Rotate the center molding to unlatch the tailgate step a...

Page 145: ...Note Fully close and latch the tailgate step before moving the vehicle Never drive with the step or grab handle deployed Replace slip resistance tape serviceable item if worn out Replace handle molding serviceable item if damaged Do not tow with grab handle or step frame Bed extender if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo management feature in the truck bed Note This feature is not ...

Page 146: ...anels toward the tailgate Repeat Steps 1 3 for the other side of the bed extender 4 Connect the two panels then rotate both knobs a quarter turn clockwise to secure the panels Driver Controls 146 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 147: ...l cargo is secured Note When the vehicle is in motion the tailgate load must not exceed 150 lb 68 kg Note The bed extender should always be kept in the grocery mode or stowed position with the tailgate closed when not being used for the purpose of restraining cargo in the tailgate mode To open the bed extender into grocery mode follow Steps 1 4 by rotating the panels away from the tailgate Close t...

Page 148: ...s Smart locks if equipped This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition When you open the driver s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control all the doors will lock then the driver s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ig...

Page 149: ...dure if equipped or or by using the instrument cluster message center if equipped Refer to Optional message center in the Driver controls chapter Note The autolock feature can be activated deactivated independently of the autounlock feature Power door lock switch autolock enable disable procedure Before starting ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed You must c...

Page 150: ...a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has been enabled Autounlock feature if equipped The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when the ignition is in the on position all the doors are closed and the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph 20 km h the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is t...

Page 151: ...n position The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active 6 To enable disable the autounlock feature press the lock control then press the unlock control The horn will chirp once if autounlock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autounlock was activated 7 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will chirp once to confirm the proc...

Page 152: ...CC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received 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 equip...

Page 153: ... off position One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated press and release once to unlock all of the doors Note The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section if the control on the overhead lamp is not set to the off position Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Your vehicle comes with...

Page 154: ...n the ignition is in the off position Memory seats adjustable pedals mirrors if equipped The remote entry system can also control the memory seat adjustable pedals mirrors Press to automatically move the seat adjustable pedals and mirrors to the desired memory position the seat position corresponds to the transmitter being used Activating the memory feature To activate this feature 1 Position the ...

Page 155: ...T TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER 2 Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board 3 Remove the old battery Note Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries 4 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orienta...

Page 156: ...g this sequencing as doing so will invalidate the procedure To reprogram the remote entry transmitters 1 Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 3 Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the off position and on Note The eighth turn must end in the on position The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated 4 Wi...

Page 157: ...me lamp is off and 30 minutes after if the dome lamp switch is left on SECURICODE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5 digit entry code this code is located on the owner s wallet card in the glove box is marked on the computer module and is available from your authorized dealer Yo...

Page 158: ...e factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set 5 digit code 2 Within five seconds press the 1 2 on the keypad and release 3 Press and hold the 1 2 for two seconds This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2 Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5 digit code will work Anti scan feature If an i...

Page 159: ...rized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note The SecuriLock威 passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Note Large metalli...

Page 160: ...on the indicator will glow for three seconds to indicate the engine is enabled Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the on position with a coded key disarms the vehicle Replacement keys If ...

Page 161: ... from the ignition 3 After three seconds but within 10 seconds of removing the first coded key insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on position maintain ignition in the 3 on position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 4 Turn the ignition from the 3 on position back to the 1 off position in order ...

Page 162: ...ttempted When unauthorized entry occurs the system will flash the park turn lamps and will sound the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Press the control on the remote entry transmitter Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the doors and then close the door Disarming the ...

Page 163: ...of a sudden stop or collision Non adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard non adjustable head restraints WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and or operate the vehicle until the seatback is placed in its proper position The driver should never adjust the seatback while the vehic...

Page 164: ...eat cushion to recline the seatback and to return the seat to the upright position 40 20 40 split bench seat if equipped Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward Ensure the seat is relatched into place Pull the handle on the side of the seat up to recline the seat Push down the lever located at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward Seating and Safet...

Page 165: ... pull the armrest down To gain access to the storage compartment in your armrest lift the latch to open the lid The lid cannot be opened in the upright position Lift up armrest to return it to a center seatback Seating and Safety Restraints 165 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 166: ...st the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat s safety belt resulting in severe personal injuries i...

Page 167: ... to move the seat forward backward up or down Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control is located on the outboard side of the seat Turn the lumbar support clockwise for more support Turn the lumbar support counterclockwise for less support Seating and Safety Restraints 167 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 168: ...njury Note Do not do the following Place heavy objects on the seat Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the seat Allow the seat to dry thoroughly To operate the heated seats do the following engine must be running Press to activate push again to deactivate The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated Memory seats power mirrors adjustable pedals if...

Page 169: ...memory position To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter and for more information on how to use the keypad refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter REAR SEATS Adjustable head restraints if equipped The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restrain...

Page 170: ...e box is located under the rear seat For more information on the stowage box see Center console under seat storage Cabela s edition in the Driver controls chapter Rear folding seat system with load floor if equipped The rear seatback has a split 60 40 seat Each seat cushion can be flipped up into the seatback position Note The Crew Cab rear 60 40 split bench seatback is not intended to support a c...

Page 171: ...ion from storage position Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback After returning the seatback to its original position pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudd...

Page 172: ...t the child from injury in a collision WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an airbag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not ...

Page 173: ...r seating position WARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the bel...

Page 174: ... also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt This mode should be used any time a child safety seat except a booste...

Page 175: ...t the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING After any vehicle collision the front passenger and rear outboard safety belt systems must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning prope...

Page 176: ...safety belt retractor pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate only during certain frontal or near frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts during some collisi...

Page 177: ...ked in place Safety belt with cinch tongue Regular cab center seating position and Super Cab Crew Cab rear center seating positions The cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing when the belt is stowed or while putting safety belts on When the lap shoulder safety belt is buckled the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to be shortened but pinches the webbing to keep the lap portion f...

Page 178: ...and chest 2 Be sure the belt is not twisted If the belt is twisted remove the twist 3 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch 4 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue WARNING The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist While you are fasten...

Page 179: ...gthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to ...

Page 180: ...t is unbuckled 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 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to the on position The Belt Minder威 feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the...

Page 181: ...s possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars 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 wrink...

Page 182: ... feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that the following conditions are met the parking brake is set the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission the ignition switch is in the off position all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps he...

Page 183: ...4 times per second for 3 seconds This will enable the Belt Minder威 feature if it is currently disabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds followed by 3 seconds with the light off then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again 5 After receiving confirmation the deactivation activation procedure is...

Page 184: ...cluding the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING When possible all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest a...

Page 185: ...lemental restraint systems or its fuses Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible WARNING The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position WARNING Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the airbag system increa...

Page 186: ...nd an attachment method for a child restraint If the child seat interferes with driving the vehicle and the child restraint is forward facing the child may be restrained in the passenger seat Move the seat as far rearward as possible to minimize the likelihood of interaction with the front passenger airbag Never place a rear facing child seat in front of an active airbag Always properly restrain a...

Page 187: ...ye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inf...

Page 188: ...ntil the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision SOS Post Crash Alert System The system automatically flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn three times at four second intervals in the event of a serious impact th...

Page 189: ... 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 airbag is deactivated WARNING If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON have the passenger air bag switch se...

Page 190: ...ly The passenger side airbag should always be ON the airbag 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 WARNING The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with t...

Page 191: ... sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle especially in the front seat This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the airbags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide If you choose to deactivate your airbag you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the airbag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts...

Page 192: ... specifically designed to work with airbags 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 airbag is turned OFF this energy management sa...

Page 193: ...experiencing a crash without the protection offered by the airbag WARNING This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger These particular belts are specifically designed to work with airbags 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 ...

Page 194: ...zations or are the minimum requirements of law Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1 888 327 4236 or on the internet at http www...

Page 195: ... child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle safety belt having the lap belt snug and low across the hips shoulder belt centered across the shoulder and chest and seatback upright You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and toddlers in the U S and Canada Many states and provinces require that small children use approved booster seats until they reach age eight a height of 4...

Page 196: ...hild seat Up to 48 lb 21 kg X X X Forward facing child seat Over 48 lb 21 kg X X WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the vehicle seat all the way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating...

Page 197: ...boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision WARNING Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster seat These objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop which may increase the risk of serious injury WARNING Never place or allow a child to place the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it reduces th...

Page 198: ...seats or belt positioning boosters as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always properly wear safety belts SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this...

Page 199: ...n pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in upright position This vehicle does not require the use of a locking clip WARNING Depending on where you secure a child restraint and depending on the child restraint design you may block access to certain safety belt buckle assemblies...

Page 200: ...seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off See Passenger airbag on off switch WARNING Rear facing child 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 Seating and Safety Restraints 200 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 201: ...d securely by pulling on it 5 Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode To do so grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out 6 Allow the belt to retract to remove slack The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic ...

Page 202: ... held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch 2 5 cm of movement for proper installation 11 Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST to make certain the child restraint is properly installed In Canada check with your local St John Ambulance office for re...

Page 203: ...ld seat in the front seat move seat all the way back WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active airbag 2 Slide the tongue up the webbing 3 While holding both shoulder and lap portions next to the tongue route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure that the belt webbing is not twisted Seating an...

Page 204: ...o force slack from the belt This is necessary to remove the remaining slack that will exist once the additional weight of the child is added to the child restraint It also helps to achieve the proper snugness of the child seat to the vehicle Sometimes a slight lean towards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack from the belt 6 Attach the tether strap if the child seat is equip...

Page 205: ...ions only If seating two adults and a child Ford recommends properly restraining the child in the center front seating position but only if doing so will not interfere with driving the vehicle This arrangement provides lap and shoulder belt and airbag protection for adult occupants and an attachment method for a child restraint If the child seat interferes with driving the vehicle and the child re...

Page 206: ... seating position See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter Attaching child safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren attachments The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bight and one 1 top tether anchor located behind that seating p...

Page 207: ... that function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchor loops The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view F Series Regular Cab F Series SuperCab F Series Crew Cab Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor Once t...

Page 208: ... the child seat fit further rearward 2 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 3 You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tether anchors Make sure the seat is locked in the upright position before installing the child seat Refer to the Rear folding seat system with load floor section in this chapter for information on how to operate the rear seats 4 Remove tether...

Page 209: ...afety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases If your child restraint system is equipped with a tether strap and the child restraint manufacturer recommends its use Ford also recommends its use Tether strap attachment rear SuperCab only There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat along the bottom edge of the rear wi...

Page 210: ...he strap hook onto the loop behind an adjacent seating position 3 Install the child safety seat tightly using the vehicle belts Follow the instructions in this chapter 4 Tighten the tether strap according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions A single loop can be used to route and anchor more than one child seat For example the center loop can be used as a routing loop for a child safety s...

Page 211: ... shoulder safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while minimizing slouching Booster seats may also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably Try to keep the belt near the middle of the shoulder and across the center of the chest Moving the child closer a few centimeters or ...

Page 212: ...nction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head as measured at the tops of the ears above the top of the seat In this case move the backless booster to another seating position with a highe...

Page 213: ...placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster seat Check with the booster seat manufacturer s instructions The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you sho...

Page 214: ...ety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Refer to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an aut...

Page 215: ...rash you must Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers Drive at safe speeds for the conditions Keep tires properly inflated Never overload or improperly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear seat belts and children infants must ...

Page 216: ... transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle On some 4WD models the initial shift from two wheel drive to 4WD while the vehicle is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound These sounds are normal as the front drivetrain comes up to speed and is not cau...

Page 217: ...ll other things held equal a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase Narrower to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces particularly in off road use As a result of the above dimensional differences SUV s and trucks often will have a higher center of gravity and a greater difference in center of gravity between th...

Page 218: ... Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the government course as a tire grad...

Page 219: ... established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them Glossary of tire terminology Tire label A label show...

Page 220: ...contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle Rim The metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat Every day before you drive check your tires If one looks lower than...

Page 221: ...in the steering wheel after the vehicle travels over a bump or dip in the road that does not dampen out by itself Shimmy may result from significant under inflation of the tires improper tires load range size or type or vehicle modifications such as lift kits In the event that your vehicle experiences shimmy you should slowly reduce speed by either lifting off the accelerator pedal or lightly appl...

Page 222: ... Add enough air to reach the recommended air pressure Note If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see the D...

Page 223: ...ion the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflation device and ensure that all persons are clear of the trajectory area WARNING An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used serviced or maintained To reduce the risk of serious injury never attempt to re inflate a tire which has been run flat or seriously under inflated without first removing the tire from the wheel...

Page 224: ...that may permit air leakage and repair or replace the tire and replace the valve stem Inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used b...

Page 225: ...ges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended WARNING Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather storage conditions and conditions of use load spe...

Page 226: ...acement Requirements Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and handling capability WARNING Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size load index speed rating and type such as P metric versus LT metric or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Ford The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance ...

Page 227: ... tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft 3 66 m away from the tire wheel assembly Important Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally be replaced as a pair The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels are not designed to be used in...

Page 228: ... a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment Have an authorized dealer check the w...

Page 229: ...oad tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements WARNING If the tire label shows different tire pressures for the front and rear tires and the vehicle is equipped with TPMS tire pressure monito...

Page 230: ...ssimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requi...

Page 231: ...es a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on...

Page 232: ...mbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This i...

Page 233: ... and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible ...

Page 234: ...Load Range Load Inflation Limits Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure whe...

Page 235: ...neral the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location ...

Page 236: ...ver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a mal...

Page 237: ...always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle The Low Tire War...

Page 238: ...pter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle must be driven for at least two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restor...

Page 239: ...re affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi 14 to 28 kPa from a cold start situation If the vehicle is stationary over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the daytime temperature the tire ...

Page 240: ...Monitoring System needs to know when the tires are rotated to determine which set of tires are on the front and which are on the rear With this information the system can detect and properly warn of low tire pressures TPMS reset tips To reduce the chances of interference from another vehicle the TPMS reset procedure should be performed at least 3 feet 1 meter away from another Ford Motor Company v...

Page 241: ...rain the TPMS sensors in the tires using the following TPMS reset sequence starting with the left front tire in the following clockwise order Left front Driver s side front tire Right front Passenger s side front tire Right rear Passenger s side rear tire Left rear Driver s side rear tire 6 Remove the valve cap from the valve stem on the left front tire Decrease the air pressure until the horn sou...

Page 242: ... SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING Snow tires must be the same size load index speed rating as those originally provided by Ford Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could...

Page 243: ...r to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification La...

Page 244: ...t or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once y...

Page 245: ...l equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload Tires Wheels and Loading 245 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 246: ...g found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or t...

Page 247: ... weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Tires Wheels and Loading 247 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 248: ...vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight that...

Page 249: ... 750 5 x 150 650 lb In metric units 635 340 5 x 68 295 kg 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the avai...

Page 250: ...he cement and your friend home In metric units the calculation would be 635 kg 2 x 99 kg 9 x 45 kg 635 198 405 32 kg The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in your vehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special l...

Page 251: ...ollowing text This calculation will give you the maximum trailer weight possible for your vehicle The weight of all additional cargo and passengers must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight calculated above Further trailer hitch restrictions and limitations exist depending on the type of trailer and hitch used These additional maximum trailer weight and tongue load limitations are listed ...

Page 252: ...000 10433 F 350 Single Rear Wheel SRW Chassis Cab 5 4L 3 73 16000 7257 4 10 18000 8165 6 8L 4 10 21000 9525 F 350 Dual Rear Wheel DRW Chassis Cab 5 4L 3 73 15000 6804 16500 7484 4 10 17500 7938 18500 8391 6 8L 4 10 20500 9299 21500 9752 4 30 22500 10206 23000 10433 F 450 Chassis Cab F 550 6 8L 4 88 5 38 26000 11793 26000 11793 Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make...

Page 253: ...ll the vertical tongue load of the trailer Weight distributing requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar hitch ball spring bars and snap up brackets The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system Hitch Type Maximum Gross Trailer Weight lb kg Maximum Tongue Weight lb kg 6 8L DRW Pickup 2 5 ID without adapter r...

Page 254: ...thin 1 2 inch 13 mm of the reference point After proper adjustment the rear bumper should be no higher than in Step 2 WARNING Do not adjust a weight distributing hitch to any position where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it was before attaching the trailer Doing so will defeat the function of the weight distributing hitch which may cause unpredictable handling and could result in se...

Page 255: ...helps ensure smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer s electric brakes with a proportional output based on the towing vehicle s brake pressure WARNING The Ford TBC has only been verified to be compatible with trailers having electric actuated drum brakes one to four axles and not hydraulic surge or electric over hydraulic types It is the responsibility of the customer to ensur...

Page 256: ...en a trailer connection was determined and then a disconnection either intentionally or unintentionally has been sensed during a given ignition cycle It is also displayed if a truck or trailer wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to appear disconnected This message is also displayed during manual activation without a trailer connected 2 Manual control lever Slide the control lever to the left t...

Page 257: ...ated by squealing tires reduce the GAIN setting if the trailer wheels turn freely increase the GAIN setting Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the GAIN setting is at a point just below trailer wheel lock up If towing a heavier trailer trailer wheel lockup may not be attainable even with the maximum GAIN setting of 10 Explanation of instrument cluster warning messages The TBC interacts with the instrument ...

Page 258: ... conditions The TBC does not provide anti lock control of the trailer wheels Trailer wheels can lock up on slippery surfaces resulting in reduced stability of trailer and tow vehicle The TBC interacts with the brake system of the vehicle including ABS in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lockup Therefore if these systems are not functioning properly the TBC may not function at full p...

Page 259: ...d type All Season or All Terrain or is from a different manufacturer other than the road tires on your vehicle your spare tire is considered temporary Consult information on the spare Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label for limitations when using Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your sc...

Page 260: ...ep the center of gravity low for best handling Trailer loads should be evenly distributed front to back and left to right The load distribution within the trailer should be such that 10 15 of the trailer weight is on the hitch 15 25 for fifth wheel or gooseneck towing Never exceed truck trailer receiver ball tongue tire or coupler loading recommendations Braking The trailer brakes must be inspecte...

Page 261: ...iring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches 15 cm above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components causing internal damage to ...

Page 262: ...h manual shift transfer case Transmission in N Neutral Transfer case in N Neutral Hublocks set to FREE1 Automatic Manual 4X2 or 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground as vehicle or transmission damage may occur It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four 4 wheels off the ground such as when using a car hauling trailer Otherwise no recr...

Page 263: ...hen starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other d...

Page 264: ...unity clear all the snow and or ice away from the air induction inlet The following starting instructions are for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine if your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine refer to Starting the engine in your 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety...

Page 265: ...urning the key to 4 start If there is difficulty in turning the key rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely This condition may occur when the front wheels are turned a front wheel is against the curb 2 Turn the key to 4 start then release the key as soon as the engine begins cranking Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine After releasi...

Page 266: ...f you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 1 inch 2 5 cm or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air ENGINE BLOCK HEATER An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly If your ...

Page 267: ...ed electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Also ensure that the block heater especially the cord is in good condition before use Make sure that when in operation the extension cord plug engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such ...

Page 268: ...n the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake system warning light Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with an Anti lock Braking System ABS This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake application and compensate...

Page 269: ...veness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance Parking brake To set the parking brake press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates...

Page 270: ...ttle vehicle movement as the parking brake sets to hold the vehicle s weight This is normal and should be no reason for concern If needed press and hold the service brake pedal down then try reapplying the parking brake Chock the wheels if required If the parking brake cannot hold the weight of the vehicle the parking brake may need to be serviced or the vehicle may be overloaded TRACTION CONTROL ...

Page 271: ...tically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on The Traction Control system should normally be left on If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Control system off This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out and enable a successful rocking maneuver If a system fault is detected the traction control active light ...

Page 272: ...gnment If any steering components are serviced or replaced install new fasteners many are coated with thread adhesive or have prevailing torque features which may not be re used Never re use a bolt or nut Torque fasteners to specifications in Workshop Manual A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander pull LIMITED SLIP AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides a...

Page 273: ...cle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death WARNING Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions such as driving at slower speeds avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Over loading or loading the vehicle imp...

Page 274: ... white override button towards the left Move the gear shift lever into N Neutral while holding the white override disc towards the left 3 Start the vehicle WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you...

Page 275: ...hifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Start the engine Press the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park Come to ...

Page 276: ...is in the D Overdrive position this engine braking will slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade Depending on driving conditions and load conditions the transmission may downshift slow the vehicle and control the vehicle speed when descending a hill without the accelerator pedal being pressed The amount of downshift braking provided will vary based ...

Page 277: ...eeds Forced downshifts Allowed in D Overdrive or D Drive Press the accelerator to the floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the v...

Page 278: ...he floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal Failure to fully press the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill ...

Page 279: ...m h 8 mph 13 km h 2 1 5 mph 8 km h 2 mph 3 km h 1 LO Only shift to LO when at a stop 1 Use 2H or 4H for 4WD equipped vehicles 2 Downshift at lower speeds when driving on slippery surfaces Reverse 1 Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission 2 Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least thre...

Page 280: ...stem as contained in this section Reverse sensing is only an aid for some generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation WARNING To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the RSS WARNING This system ...

Page 281: ...sed chance of false detection if the tailgate is not locked and in the upright position If the tailgate is down the RSS tone may be heard intermittently or continuously The tone may also be heard if items in the truck bed protrude rearward outside the bed The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on A control in the message center allows the...

Page 282: ...r on the navigation screen if equipped The area displayed on the screen may vary according to the vehicle orientation and or road condition 1 Rear bumper 2 Red zone 3 Yellow zone 4 Green zone 5 Centerline of vehicle Always use caution while backing Objects in the red zone are closest to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are further away Objects are getting closer to your vehicle as they m...

Page 283: ... Keep the lens clean so the video image remains clear and undistorted Clean the lens with a soft lint free cloth and non abrasive cleaner Note If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted it may be covered with water droplets snow mud or any other substance If this occurs clean the camera lens before using the camera system WARNING The camera system is a reverse aid supplement device...

Page 284: ...rive your vehicle in this chapter When four wheel drive 4WD is engaged power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case 4WD can be selected when additional driving power is desired 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 Manual Shift On Stop MSOS 4x4 system if e...

Page 285: ...to shift into 4X4 LOW if vehicle speed is above 5 mph 8 km h It is recommended that a shift to 4X4 LOW is performed while the vehicle is rolling at a speed below 5 mph 8 km h The 4WD system provides 4x4 High engagement and disengagement while the vehicle is moving is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel that allows you select 2WD 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation uses auto manu...

Page 286: ...ed when attempting to shift into and out of 4x4 modes It is recommended to allow the vehicle to roll at a speed below 5 mph 8 km h when shifting Note Some noise may be heard as the 4x4 system shifts or engages This is normal In order to reduce engagement noise it is recommended that all shifts be performed at speeds below 5 mph 8 km h 2H 2WD For general on road driving Sends power to the rear whee...

Page 287: ...the transfer case lever to 2H 2WD at a stop or a vehicle speed below 5 mph 8 km h With the vehicle at complete stop disengage the locking hubs optional by rotating the hub lock control from LOCK to FREE For proper operation make sure that both indicator arrows on the hub are aligned and that both hubs are set to FREE Shifting from 4H 4x4 High to 4L 4x4 Low 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop or a speed ...

Page 288: ...e transfer case shift lever through N Neutral directly to 4H 4x4 High or 2H 2WD 4 If the transfer case will not engage into 4H 4x4 High or 2H 2WD perform a shift with the transmission in N Neutral or clutch pedal depressed and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph 8 km h 5 If shifting to 2H 2WD with the vehicle at a complete stop disengage the locking hubs optional by rotating the hub lock co...

Page 289: ...se on dry pavement 4x4 LOW For low speed off road applications that require extra power such as steep grades deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water Sends power to front and rear wheels This mode is not intended for use on dry pavement Shifting from 2WD to 4x4 HIGH Rotate the 4x4 control to the 4x4 HIGH position at speeds up to 55 mph 88 km h The electronic shift 4x4 system is designed to eng...

Page 290: ...rshift in N Neutral If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission also depress the clutch pedal 3 Move the 4x4 control to the 4x4 LOW position 4 Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light illuminates 5 If the 4x4 LOW indicator light flashes continuously for more than 10 seconds allow the vehicle to move at a speed below 5 mph 8 km h then repeat steps 2 through 5 while the ...

Page 291: ...placed before going off road refer to the Workshop Manual for the procedure or have your authorized dealer perform the work for you How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components The differences that make your vehi...

Page 292: ...s with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide sideways out of control or roll over Remember your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity ...

Page 293: ...afe direction of travel In the event of an emergency stop avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars...

Page 294: ...n transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter You should become thoroughly familiar with this information before you operate your vehicle Normal characteristics On some 4WD models the initial shift from two wheel drive to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving can ca...

Page 295: ... steer in the direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water may damage the transmission Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information If the front or rear...

Page 296: ...ear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling If you do stall out do not try to turn around because you might roll over It is better to back down to a safe location Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill Too much power will cause the tires to slip spin or lose traction resulting in loss of vehicle control Desce...

Page 297: ...s Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti lock brake system WARNING If you are driving in slippery conditions that require tire cables then it is critical that you drive cautiously Keep speeds down allow for longer stopping distances and avoid aggressive steering to reduce the chances of a loss of vehicle control which can lead to serious...

Page 298: ...g the user to the safe and proper operation Ford Super Duty Vehicles are qualified for use as a stationary power source within limits detailed in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book found at www fleet ford com truckbbas and through the Ford Truck Body Builders Advisory Service Gas engine vehicles are qualified for up to 10 minutes of continuous operation as a stationary power source due to th...

Page 299: ...e installation meets all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity TARC is shown on the lower right side of the vehicle s Safety Compliance Certification Label This applies to Ford completed vehicles of 10 000 lb 4 536 kg GVWR or less This is the weight of permanently attached auxiliary equipment such as snowplow frame mounting hardware that can b...

Page 300: ... are above freezing Angle the blade to maximize airflow to the radiator and monitor engine temperature to determine whether a left or right angle provides the best performance Follow the severe duty schedule in your scheduled maintenance information for engine oil and transmission fluid change intervals Snowplowing with your airbag equipped vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and passen...

Page 301: ... larger areas or light snow at higher speeds Do not exceed 15 mph 24 km h 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 transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine ...

Page 302: ...o a disabled vehicle Fuel delivery service is limited to two no charge occurrences within a 12 month period winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 km of the disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer If a member requests to be towed...

Page 303: ...1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles 56 km To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 241 3673 Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement inf...

Page 304: ... s side of the instrument panel Open the front passenger door and remove the small access panel The switch has a red button on top of it To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition off 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition on 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks Roadsi...

Page 305: ...cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses 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 R...

Page 306: ...remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the passenger compartment fuse panel before reconnecting the battery If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter Roadside Emergencies 306 2010...

Page 307: ...ment system FES 4 30A Not used spare 5 10A Keypad illumination Brake shift interlock BSI SPBJB 6 20A Turn signals 7 10A Left headlamp Low beam 8 10A Right headlamp Low beam 9 15A Interior lighting Lighted running boards 10 15A Cargo lamp Puddle lamp Switch backlight Roadside Emergencies 307 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 308: ...headlight relay feed 24 20A Horn relay feed 25 10A Power telescoping mirror switch Demand lamps underhood and illuminated visor battery saver 26 10A Cluster 27 20A Ignition switch feed Passenger compartment fuses 28 42 43 44 and 45 Engine compartment starter relay coil 57 Diesel engine Accessory shutoff control module if equipped Diesel engine Engine compartment starter relay diode gasoline engine...

Page 309: ...9 20A Radio Navigation radio and amplifier 40 20A 4x4 module Satellite radio module SYNC威 GPS 41 15A Radio Auto dimming rear view mirror Lock switch illumination 42 10A Heated seat relay coil Upfitter switch relay coils Heated mirror relay coil 43 10A Fuel tank selector switch 4x4 module 44 10A Run customer access feed PTO 45 5A Front wiper logic Blower motor relay coil 46 7 5A Not used spare 47 3...

Page 310: ...bution 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 Specifications chapter The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 Relay Blower motor Variable blower control Dual zone climate control 2 Relay Electronic shift on t...

Page 311: ... A C clutch 17 Relay Wipers 18 Relay Fuel pump driver module FPDM Fuel injectors Gasoline engines Diesel fuel control module DFCM Diesel engine 19 Relay Back up lamps Reverse sensing system RSS Engine compartment fuse 63 20 Relay Trailer stop turn Left 21 Relay Trailer stop turn Right 22 Relay Stop lamps Center high mounted stop lamp CHMSL TBC Customer access 23 15A Heater mirror Heated spotted mi...

Page 312: ...alive power 37 10A Transmission control module TCM Diesel engine only 38 Not used 39 50A ECM power Diesel engine 40 30A Starter relay 41 20A Power point Center console front 42 30A Trailer park lamp relay 43 20A Power point Center console rear 44 30A Trailer battery charge relay 45 30A Driver power seat or memory module Air ride seats 46 40A Run Start relay 47 50A GPCM 2 Diesel engine only 48 30A ...

Page 313: ...Diode One touch start OTIS 61 Diode A C clutch 62 Diode Fuel pump 63 15A Trailer tow back up lamps 64 5A Mirror marker lamps 65 Not used 66 Not used 67 Not used 68 Not used 69 Not used 70 10A Gasoline engines A C clutch relay coil Refrigerant containment switch Heated PCV Diesel engine A C clutch relay coil Clutch switch Fuel pump cooler A C cycle pressure switch 71 5A Fuel pump relay diode PCM EC...

Page 314: ...be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is different in one or more of the following type brand size speed rating and tread design If this is the case this dissimilar spare tire is still rated for your vehicle loads GAWR and GVWR Temporary spare tires are not equipped with Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors if the system is present WARNING The use of tire sealant may damage your Tir...

Page 315: ...label on wheel This spare tire has a label on the wheel that states THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR TEMPORARY USE ONLY When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire Use more than one dissimilar spa...

Page 316: ... caution should be given to Towing a trailer Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel and seek service as soon as possible Spare tire information Note If your vehicle is equipped the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare is ...

Page 317: ...e gearshift lever in R Reverse Electronic Shift On the Fly ESOF 4x4 Place transfer case in 4x4 HIGH or 4x4 LOW before turning off the engine Manual shift transfer case 4x4 Place transfer case in 4H or 4L Location of the spare tire and tools If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire jack and associated tools refer to the following table for their locations Tool Location Spare tire pick up truck...

Page 318: ...e glove box Jack instruction sheet Under the jack tool kit Removing the spare tire with spare tire carrier only 1 The following tools are required to remove the spare tire one handle extension and two typical extensions To assemble align button with hole and slide parts together To disconnect depress button and pull apart one wheel nut wrench Slide over square end of jack handle Vehicles equipped ...

Page 319: ... ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission To help 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 WARNING To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a ...

Page 320: ...the manual hub on the wheel 2 Remove the jack jack handle lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations 3 Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim 4 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground The following steps apply to F 250 F 350 Single Rear Wheel SRW vehicles only 5 Insert the hooked end of the j...

Page 321: ...n the outboard side of the differential Front passenger side 4x4 Note View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point Place the jack directly under the axle Rear Roadside Emergencies 321 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 322: ... and single rear wheel vehicles If replacing an inboard rear tire on dual rear wheel vehicles 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 10 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise Go to ...

Page 323: ...nto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential housing Front passenger side 4x4 F 350 DRW Note View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point Note Place the jack directly under axle and inboard of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm Roadside Emergencies 323 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 324: ...Use an up and down motion with the jack handle to raise the wheel completely off the ground Hydraulic jacks are equipped with a pressure release valve that prevents lifting loads which exceed the jack s rated capacity Roadside Emergencies 324 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 325: ...lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 17 Lower the wheel by slowly turning the release valve counterclockwise Opening the release valve slowly will provide a more controlled rate of descent The following steps apply to all vehicles 18 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torqu...

Page 326: ...sure the jack is securely fastened so it does not rattle when driving 21 Unblock the wheels The following step applies to F 250 F 350 Single Rear Wheel SRW vehicles only 22 When installing the wheel center ornaments ensure that the ornament retention towers on the back side of the ornament are aligned with the studs lug nuts The retention towers are designed to be installed over the studs nuts and...

Page 327: ...r become loose with minimal force or impact Installing dual rear wheel ornaments 1 Align the ornament with the lug nuts 1 is the clip and 2 is the flange 2 Hold the ornament so that all of the retention clips are sitting on the flange of the lug nuts 3 Use your hand or rubber mallet to tap the ornament in a star pattern There should be an even gap between the ornament and the wheel 1 2 Roadside Em...

Page 328: ...towed position underneath the vehicle The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness Tighten to the best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effor...

Page 329: ... wheel removal etc Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque lb ft N m M14 x 1 5 165 224 Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners It is important to follow the proper wheel mounting and lug nut torque procedures On all two piece flat wheel nuts apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut WARNING When a wheel i...

Page 330: ...t capability Attempting to push start a vehicle with an automatic transmission may cause transmission damage Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of th...

Page 331: ... Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the 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 Roadside Emergencies 331 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Gu...

Page 332: ...cable to fuel lines engine rocker covers the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points WARNING 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 333: ...isconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside Emergencies 333 2010 F 25...

Page 334: ... 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 334 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 335: ...els on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed using flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground However a wheel lift may be used to lift the rear of the vehicle so long as depending on vehicle configurations the following preparations are met On Electronic Shift On the Fly ESOF vehicles the 4x4 control ...

Page 336: ...rocedures for your vehicle If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of transmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions V...

Page 337: ... the authorized dealer Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford Away from home If you are away from home when your vehicle needs service contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center or use the online resources listed below to find the nearest authorized dealer In the United States Mailing address Ford Motor Company Customer R...

Page 338: ...your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center In order to help you serve you better please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Vehicle Identification ...

Page 339: ...onable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever o...

Page 340: ...as well Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usually decided within forty days after you file your claim with the BBB BBB AUTO LINE Application Using the information provided below please call or write to request a program application You will be asked for your name and address general information about your new vehicle information about your warranty concerns and any steps you have...

Page 341: ...s CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final as the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact th...

Page 342: ...icle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Export Operations Customers in the U S should call 1 800 392 3673 ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio contact Helm Incorporated at HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 Or to order a free publication catalog call toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00...

Page 343: ...individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator 1200 New Jersey Avenue Southeast Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS CANAD...

Page 344: ...vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Use Motorcraft威 Bug and Tar Remover ZC 42 which is available from your authorized dealer Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boar...

Page 345: ...t deposits tar spots road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips Always read the instructions before using the products ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish In order to maintain their shine Clean weekly with Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A which is available from your authorized dealer Heavy dirt and...

Page 346: ...ock or other engine components Spray Motorcraft威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations Cover the highlighted areas to preve...

Page 347: ...by commercial car washes water repellant coatings tree sap or other organic contamination these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades and streaking and smearing of the windshield To clean these items follow these tips The windshield rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft威 Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 availabl...

Page 348: ...e the finish of the instrument panel interior trim and cluster lens WARNING Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system If a staining liquid like coffee juice has been spilled on the instrument panel or on interior trim surfaces clean as follows 1 Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean white cotton...

Page 349: ...pray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 For removal of fine scuffs and scratches use Scotch Brite Microfiber Cloth or cheese cloth along with Motorcraft威 Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft威 Paint Sealant ZC 45 or Motorcraft威 Custom Clear Coat Polish ZC 8 A Note Removal of deep scuffs and scratches should be performed by an authorized dealer or an experienced repair facility Low gloss paint area The low gloss ...

Page 350: ...eather seats refer to separate section in this chapter For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution In Canada use Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner CXC 93 Dry the area with a soft cloth If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution the leather may be cleaned using a commercial...

Page 351: ...eaned using a commercially available cleaning product Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner and a 3M Type T scrubbing pad Clean spills as quickly as possible Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather as cleaners may darken the leather For more specific cleaning information contact the King Ranch Saddle Shop at 1 800 282 KING 5464 Do not spill coffee ketchup mustard orang...

Page 352: ...he complete underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt Note Use care when using a power washer to clean the driveline especially the driveshaft and interfacing components The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage FORD LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your authorized dealer has many quality products available to cle...

Page 353: ... CXC 100 Motorcraft威 Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft威 Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft威 Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft威 Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft威 Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft威 Vinyl Cleaner Canada only CXC 93 Motorcraft威 Vinyl Conditioner Canada only CXC 94 Motorcraft威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner ZC 37 A Cleaning 3...

Page 354: ...ngine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning material such as cigarettes away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake pr...

Page 355: ...vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located below the passenger side of the grille next to the headlamp Slide the handle to release the auxiliary latch 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open Maintenance and Specifications 355 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owner...

Page 356: ...V8 gasoline engines 1 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2 Battery 3 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 4 Engine oil filler cap 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Brake fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Power distribution box Maintenance and Specifications 356 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 357: ...ck automatic transmission 4 Engine oil filler cap 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Brake fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Power distribution box Maintenance and Specifications 357 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 358: ...n windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in c...

Page 359: ...of the wiper blades it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn ...

Page 360: ... raise the level within the MIN MAX range Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified...

Page 361: ...m protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers To protect your engine and engine s warranty use Motorcraft威 SAE 5W 20 or an equivalent SAE 5W 20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS M2C930 A SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance mee...

Page 362: ...quire additional water during its life of service If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables fro...

Page 363: ...s swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is also electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fu...

Page 364: ...intained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Your vehicle ...

Page 365: ...ve fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained WARNING Do not add engine...

Page 366: ...he engine coolant For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the FULL COLD level For all other vehicles which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap ...

Page 367: ...e liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 quart 1 0 liter of engine coolant per month have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled en...

Page 368: ...lant 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 protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climat...

Page 369: ...ed 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 Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage therefore 1 Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine 2 Arrange for the vehicle to b...

Page 370: ...ad to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap ...

Page 371: ... harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline vapors or skin c...

Page 372: ...ainer on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off 3 Pull to remo...

Page 373: ... or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10 ethanol Do not use fuel ethanol E85 diesel methanol leaded fuel or any other fuel The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Y...

Page 374: ...uld not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating These products have not been approved for your engine and could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Many of the world s automakers approved the Wor...

Page 375: ...e of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Maintenance produ...

Page 376: ...el added in gallons or liters 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divid...

Page 377: ...fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer...

Page 378: ...s Contact your authorized dealer if the Monroney Label is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA fuel economy estimates should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which wil...

Page 379: ...owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal also lists engine displacement Please consult ...

Page 380: ...tate provincial and local governments may have Inspection Maintenance I M programs to inspect the emission control equipment on your vehicle Failure to pass this inspection could prevent you from getting a vehicle registration Your vehicle may not pass the I M test if the service engine soon indicator is on or not working properly bulb is burned out or if the OBD II system has determined that some...

Page 381: ...repeated POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance information If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF Gasoline engine shown diesel engine similar Refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in the 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner Guide Supplement Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperatu...

Page 382: ... Hydroboost system The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when the brake components are replaced Fluid levels between the MIN and MAX lines are within the normal operating range there is no need to add fluid If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised seek service from your authorized dealer imme...

Page 383: ...ber diaphragm from reservoir 3 Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the reservoir 4 Reinstall rubber diaphragm and cap onto reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if t...

Page 384: ... designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 50 F 10 C Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 150 F 170 F 66 C 77 C on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after...

Page 385: ...in this chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 1 2 pint 250 ml 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 possibl...

Page 386: ... the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in this chapter Maintenance and Specifications 386 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 387: ...nough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter Maintenance and Specifications 387 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 388: ...ect Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Changing the air filter element 1 Loosen clamp and disconnect sensor 2 Release three retainer clamps 3 Pull air filter cover toward passenger side of vehicle and up to release the tabs Lift air filter element up and out of housing The air f...

Page 389: ...uthorized dealer Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as Motorcraft威 or equivalent replacement parts The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used 2 Also available with 6 4L d...

Page 390: ...r axle F 350 DANA M80 8 5 pints 4 0L Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY 75W90 QLS WSS M2C918 A Rear axle F 450 550 Dana S110 S130 14 0 pints 6 6L Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY 75W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Brake fluid and clutch fluid if equipped Fill to line or step for clutch on reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM 1 C WS...

Page 391: ...ft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Synthetic Motor Oil Canada XO 5W20 QSP US XO 5W20 QFS US CXO 5W20 LSP12 Canada CXO 5W 20 LFS12 Canada WSS M2C930 A and API Certification Mark Engine oil includes filter change diesel engine Refer to the 6 0 and 6 4 Liter Power S...

Page 392: ...Lubricant XL 1 None Transmission parking brake linkages and pivots brake and clutch pedal shaft if equipped Motorcraft Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K WSD M1C227 A Power steering fluid Keep fluid level between MIN and MAX on reservoir Motorcraft MERCON威 V ATF XT 5 QM MERCON威 V Transfer case fluid 2 0 quarts 1 9L Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid XL 12 Manual transmission fluid S6 650 gas en...

Page 393: ...e container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 LV should only use MERCON威 LV fluid Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 4 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom ...

Page 394: ...r 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1 6 5 10 2 7 3 8 4 9 Spark plug gap 1 0 1 1mm 0 039 0 043 inch 1 0 1 1mm 0 039 0 043 inch Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9 8 1 9 2 1 Drivebelt routing 5 4L V8 6 8L V10 engines Maintenance and Specifications 394 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 395: ...located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Maintenance and Speci...

Page 396: ...nt 8 Production sequence number TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission each code represents Code Description 5 Six speed manual Dana ZF S6 650 7 Six speed manual Dana Z F M6HD W T Five speed automatic TorqShift gas engines B Five speed automatic TorqShift diesel engine Maintenance...

Page 397: ...anty period as well as any component damaged by the defective accessories The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories Not all acce...

Page 398: ...ian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by your authorized dealer Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle ...

Page 399: ...d service plan authorized and backed by Ford Motor Company That means you get Reliable quality service anywhere you go Factory trained technicians Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts Rental car reimbursement If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs you are eligible for rental car coverage including Bumper to Bumper warranty repairs or manufacturer s recalls Transferable coverage If you...

Page 400: ... covers regular checkups routine inspections preventive care and replacement of items that require periodic attention for normal wear Wiper blades Brake pads and linings Spark plugs except California Shock absorbers Clutch disc Belts and hoses Contact your selling Ford Lincoln or Mercury dealership today so they can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving lifestyle and budget...

Page 401: ...Ford Extended Service Plan 401 2010 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide 1st Printing USA fus ...

Page 402: ...ut Jack 59 Auxiliary power point 124 Axle refill capacities 390 B Battery 362 acid treating emergencies 362 jumping a disabled battery 330 maintenance free 362 replacement specifications 389 servicing 362 Bed extender 145 Belt Minder威 180 Booster seats 211 Brakes 268 anti lock 268 269 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 268 fluid checking and adding 382 fluid refill capacities 390 parking 269...

Page 403: ...side assistance 302 Getting the service you need 337 Ordering additional owner s literature 342 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 341 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 108 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 383 engine oil 359 Driving under special conditions 277 292 296 sand 294 snow and ice 296 through water 295 298 DVD system 68 E Electronic message center 25 33 Emergencies roadside...

Page 404: ...tch 304 improving fuel economy 375 octane rating 374 394 quality 374 running out of fuel 375 safety information relating to automotive fuels 370 Fuel pump shut off switch 304 Fuses 305 306 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 372 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 375 Gauges 21 transmission fluid temperature gauge 25 H Hazard flashers 303 Head restraints 163 169 Headlamps 107 aiming 109 111 autolamp system 107 daytim...

Page 405: ... Limited slip axle 272 Load limits 243 Loading instructions 250 Locks autolock 149 childproof 152 doors 148 Lug nuts 329 Lumbar support seats 167 168 M Manual transmission 278 fluid capacities 390 reverse 279 Message center 25 33 english metric button 28 37 system check button 37 warning messages 28 38 Mirrors 126 127 automatic dimming rearview mirror 126 fold away 128 130 side view mirrors power ...

Page 406: ...3 177 for children 194 lap belt 179 warning light and chime 179 180 Safety restraints LATCH anchors 206 Safety seats for children 198 Safety Compliance Certification Label 395 Satellite Radio Information 65 Seats 163 child safety seats 198 cleaning 351 heated 102 memory seat 154 168 SecuriCode keyless entry system 157 SecuriLock passive anti theft system 159 161 Servicing your vehicle 354 Setting ...

Page 407: ...1 wrecker 335 Traction control 270 Trailer Brake Controller Integrated 255 Transfer case fluid checking 387 Transmission automatic operation 275 brake shift interlock BSI 273 fluid checking and adding automatic 383 fluid checking and adding manual 386 fluid refill capacities 390 manual operation 278 Turn signal 112 U Upfitter controls 137 USB port 61 V Vehicle Identification Number VIN 395 Vehicle...

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