parking brake when the ignition
is turned to the ON position. If the
brake system warning light does not
illuminate at this time, seek service
immediately from your authorized
dealer. Illumination after releasing the
parking brake indicates low brake fluid
level and the brake system should be
inspected immediately by your
servicing authorized dealer.
5.
auTOlamPs (if equipped)
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally controlled
by the headlamp control. The
autolamp system also keeps the lights
on for approximately 20 seconds. On
vehicles equipped 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 OFF.
6.
FOg lamPs (if equipped)
The headlamp control operates
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can
be turned on when the headlamp
control is in the
, or
and
position and the high beams are not
turned on.
7.
sPeed cOnTrOl
To operate, press the ON button. To
set a speed, press SET +. To set a
higher speed, press SET +. To set a
lower speed, press SET -. To disengage
speed control, press the brake pedal
or press OFF. Pressing RES will return
to a previously set speed as long as
the speed control was not turned off.
serVice inTerVals
It is important to maintain your vehicle to keep it running
in peak condition. Engine oil and filter changes along
with fuel filter (two fuel filters on diesel vehicles) and
engine coolant inspection/replacement are common
maintenance items that can be done to prolong the life of
your engine. If you drive your vehicle in severe situations,
more frequent service will be required on some items.
Please refer to the scheduled maintenance information
chapter of your diesel supplement if your vehicle is
equipped with a diesel engine or the separate Scheduled
Maintenance Guide if your vehicle is equipped with a
gasoline engine.
engine Fan OPeraTiOn
Your vehicle is equipped with a high performance
clutched cooling fan. When the clutch engages, the fan
spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. This
typically occurs when carrying heavy loads, towing a
trailer or with high outside temperatures. As fan speed
increases (and as the clutch engages), you may notice
an increase in fan noise which is normal. When extra
cooling is no longer
required,
the
clutch
disengages and the noise will go away. In most everyday
driving conditions, the fan spins slower and the clutch is
not engaged; this improves fuel economy and reduces
fan speed/noise.
cOld weaTher sTarTing
It is recommended that the engine block heater be used
for starting when the temperature is -10°F (-23°C) or
colder for diesel engines and below 0°F (-17°C) for
gas engines. Please refer to Engine block heater in the
Driving chapter of your Owner’s Guide.
diesel engine OPeraTiOn (if equipped)
Diesel engines have different starting and operating
procedures than gasoline engines. Please refer to
your diesel supplement for detailed information on
starting and operating your diesel engine. Key items
to remember are:
Starting the Engine
With the key in the ON position, the
light will
illuminate if glow plug heat is necessary as a starting aid.
Wait for the light to extinguish before starting the engine.
Turning Off the Engine
It is important to remember that if you have been
operating your vehicle at a high speed or maximum gross
vehicle weight, it is recommended to let the engine idle
for 3-5 minutes so the turbocharged engine can
properly cool down.
Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) Fuel
The diesel engine requires ultra low sulfur
diesel fuel to control exhaust emissions,
especially when combined with new exhaust
treatment devices such as a Diesel Particulate
Filter (DPF). It is always important to make
sure the proper fuel is used because use of
improper fuel (e.g. high level of biodiesel
fuel or a high sulfur diesel fuel) may cause
serious engine damage. Use of
biodiesel is acceptable as long as
the content is no higher than 5% (B5).
If the biodiesel is rated higher than
B5 (such as B10 or B20), it may
damage fuel system components.
Exhaust System
To control exhaust emissions, your
diesel Super Duty is equipped with an
exhaust system with clean diesel after-
treatment technology which includes a diesel oxidation
catalytic converter and a diesel particulate filter (DPF).
Do not modify the exhaust after-treatment. See Owner’s
Guide for more information.
Draining the Water Separator
Remember to drain the water separator monthly. Water
will gather in the frame-mounted water separator, called
the horizontal fuel conditioning module (HFCM). A WATER
IN FUEL indicator will illuminate in the message center
when the module has reached its capacity.
Checking the Air Filter
Your vehicle has an air filtration system with a restriction
indicator gauge that will alert you when you need to
change your filter. The gauge has a viewable indicator
located underhood on the air filter assembly which should
be inspected every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or at every
oil change. A CHECK AIR FILTER message will also appear
in the message center when the system restriction reaches
its upper limit for proper operation. Always use the
underhood air filter restriction gauge to determine when
the air filter element needs to be changed.
Engine Oil Specifications for Diesel Engines
youR 2008 FoRd
5
6
1
2
3
4
7
8
17
15
16
18
12
Use Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil conforming to
Ford specification WSS-M2C171–E or API service
categories CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM. It is important to use these
oils because they are compatible with the emission
control equipment of your vehicle to meet the more
stringent emission standards.
Under normal conditions, the engine oil and filter need
to be changed at 10,000 miles or 6 month intervals
(whichever comes first). Under severe conditions, the
intervals are sooner; 5,000 miles or 3 months (whichever
comes first). Refer to the scheduled maintenance
information chapter of the diesel owner guide supplement
for specific information on normal and severe conditions.
Use the same engine oil and filter change intervals when
using synthetic engine oil.
Heavier 15W-40 and 5W-40 engine oils are recommended
for temperatures over 50˚F (10˚C) and must be used for
heavy duty driving and trailer towing.
16.
Trailer braKe cOnTrOller
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
an instrument panel-mounted
fully-integrated electronic Trailer
Brake Controller (TBC). When used
properly, the TBC 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. Using a digital display and
a few controls, trailer brake
adjustment can be performed and
monitored from inside the vehicle.
Your vehicle’s
message center
interfaces with the TBC to alert you
to any
concerns between the trailer
connection and your vehicle or the
TBC itself. Please refer to Trailer
Towing in the Tires, Wheels and
Loading chapter of your Owner’s
Guide for more information.
17.
uPFiTTer (if equipped)
(auxiliary switched input box)
If your vehicle is equipped with
the Upfitter package, the four
auxiliary switches mounted on the
instrument panel can be
customized to perform additional
functions. The switches deliver
10A, 15A or 30A of battery power to
whatever accessory is chosen. Refer
to the Body Builder’s Book or visit
www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/non-
html/Q117.pdf for more detailed
information on the Upfitter package.
18.
auxiliary POwer POinTs
All vehicles are equipped with a
power point on
the instrument panel;
SuperCab
and Crew Cab models
have an additional power point on
the rear of the center console (if
equipped). A power point is designed
for accessory plugs only; do not
insert any other object as damage
may occur and blow the fuse.
19.
auxiliary inPuT jacK
(if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
an Auxiliary input jack. The
Auxiliary input jack provides a way to
connect your portable music player
to the in-vehicle audio system.
This allows the audio from the
portable music player to be played
through the vehicle speakers with
high fidelity.
POwer FOlding/POwer
TelescOPing OuTside mirrOrs
(if equipped)
If your vehicle is
equipped with
power
folding/power
telescoping mirrors, both mirrors
can be folded or unfolded
simultaneously by using the power
mirror switch located
on the driver’s door
armrest. Rotate the
switch to the neutral
position and then
pull the switch
rearward to pull
the mirrors in.
Pull the switch
rearward again to
return the mirrors
back to the normal
position. When
power folding the
trailer tow mirrors, it
is normal to hear the
sound of the high output
motors. The passenger mirror will
typically complete folding before
the driver mirror (this is normal).
If the mirrors are manually folded
forward (pointing toward the front of
the vehicle), they must be manually
folded back to the normal position
for the power fold feature to work.
Note: Power fold mirrors cannot
unfold while the vehicle is traveling
at highway speeds due to wind force
on the mirrors.
Both mirrors can be extended
simultaneously by using the
switch on the door trim panel.
To telescope the mirrors outward,
press and hold the left side of the
switch until they reach the desired
position. To retract the mirrors
inward, press and hold the right side
of the switch until the mirrors reach
the desired position. Please refer to
your Owner’s Guide for
more details.
8.
message cenTer
When the ignition is in the ON
position, the message center on
your vehicle’s instrument cluster will
display information on your vehicle’s
operating functions, as well as
warning messages. Pressing the INFO
button lets you scroll through general
vehicle information such as odometer,
trip odometer, compass, average fuel
economy, distance to empty (fuel) and
engine hours. Engine hours register
how many hours the engine has been
running. This is especially important if
your vehicle is equipped with a diesel
engine as important maintenance
items (engine oil changes and fuel
filter changes) may be based on
engine hours. Please refer to the
scheduled maintenance
information in your diesel
supplement for more information.
9.
climaTe cOnTrOl and audiO
Refer to the Climate Control and
Audio section on the reverse side
of this Quick Reference Guide.
10.
POwer rear sliding windOw
(if equipped)
Push the switch,
(located behind
the steering wheel)
to open the rear
window. Pull to
close the rear window. Please refer to
your Owner’s Guide for more details.
11.
TOw/haul swiTch
(if equipped)
To eliminate excessive transmission
shifting, activate the Tow/Haul
feature. This will reduce frequency
of transmission shifting and assist
in transmission cooling. This feature
also provides engine braking in all
forward gears when the transmission
is in the D (Overdrive) position; the
engine braking will slow the vehicle
and assist the driver in controlling the
vehicle when descending a grade.
12.
FOur-wheel driVe
(4wd) sysTem (if equipped)
The 4WD system indicator lights
illuminate only under the following
conditions. If these lights illuminate
when driving in 2WD, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
• 4x4 HIGH – momentarily
illuminates after the engine
is started. Illuminates when
4H (4x4 High) or 4L (4x4 Low)
is engaged.
• 4x4 LOW – momentarily
illuminates when the ignition
is turned to the ON position.
Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low)
is engaged.
2H/2WD
– For general on-road
driving. Sends power to the rear
wheels only.
4H/4x4
High – For winter and off-road
conditions. Sends power to front
and rear wheels. This mode is not
intended for use on dry pavement.
N (Neutral) (Manual Shift on Stop
only)
– Only used when towing the
vehicle. The transfer case neutral
position overrides the transmission
and puts the vehicle in neutral
regardless of the transmission
gearshift lever position. The vehicle
can move forward or backwards.
4L/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 the front and rear wheels.
This mode is not intended for use on
dry pavement.
Ideal Shift Conditions:
Slow to 2-3mph, keep your foot on
the brake and shift transmission to
NEUTRAL. Select 4Low ( Some noise
is normal during shift). Once the 4Low
light is illuminated shift transmission
back into gear.
13.
TracTiOn cOnTrOl™ sysTem
(if equipped)
Helps you maintain the stability and
steerability of your vehicle, especially
on slippery road surfaces such as
snow or ice-covered roads. This
system will allow your vehicle to make
better use of available traction in
these conditions. Push the button to
disable the traction control system
when desired.
14.
POwer adjusTable
FOOT Pedals (if equipped)
The accelerator and brake pedals
can be adjusted toward or away from
you for enhanced driving comfort.
The adjustable pedal position can
also be recalled with the memory
feature (if equipped). Please refer to
your Owner’s Guide for more details.
15.
reVerse sensing sysTem
(if equipped)
Sounds a tone to warn the driver of
obstacles up to 6 feet (2 meters)
from the rear bumper when the
R (Reverse) gear is selected and
the vehicle is moving at speeds
less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Push
the reverse sensing system button
to disable the system when desired.
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1.
serVice engine sOOn lamP
The Service engine soon indicator
light illuminates when the ignition
is first turned to the ON position to
check the bulb. Solid illumination
after the engine is started indicates
the On Board Diagnostics System
(OBD-II) has detected a malfunction.
Please refer to On board diagnostics
(OBD-II) in the Maintenance and
Specifications chapter of the
Owner’s Guide. If the light is blinking,
a serious engine problem is
occuring which could damage your
vehicle. Drive in a moderate fashion
(avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle
serviced immediately.
2.
abs warning lamP
If the ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction
has been detected, have the system
serviced immediately. Normal braking
is still functional unless the brake
warning light is also illuminated.
3.
airbag readiness lamP
If this light fails to illuminate when
ignition is turned to ON, continues to
flash or remains on, have the system
serviced immediately. A chime will
also sound when a malfunction in the
supplemental restraint system has
been detected.
4.
braKe sysTem warning lamP
To confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will momentarily
illuminate when the ignition is turned
to the ON position, when the engine is
not running or in a position between
ON and START, or by applying the
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