Ford 2003 F-550 v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 13Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo 17AM/FM stereo cassette 18AM/FM stereo c

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to i

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)Use of an engine block heater isstrongly recommended if you live ina region where temperatures reach-23° C

emergency stops by keeping the rear brakes from locking. The frontwheels, however, may still lock since they are not controlled by theRABS. Noise from

Using ABSWhen hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness

hold the brake pedal down, release the parking brake, then try pushingthe parking brake pedal further down. Chock the wheels if required. Ifthe parkin

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with alower center of gravity.

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working.Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in

N (Neutral)With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.(O

• Depress the accelerator to the floor.• Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission)To account for

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON

3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parkingbrake.4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release thec

Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brakefully.Removing the keyTur

The RSS detects obstacles up to 2meters (6 ft.) from the rear bumperwith a decreased coverage area atthe outer corners of the bumper,(refer to the fig

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your v

Engage or disengage the 4WD system by:• rotating the control for both front wheel hub locks from the FREE orLOCK position, then• manually engage or di

Note: Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping.Shifting to/from 4L (4WD Low)1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.2. Depress th

4X4 LOW (4WD Low) - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum powerto all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deepsand, steep gra

Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such asrocks and stumps.You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area

If your vehicle gets stuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping betwee

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with alower center of gravity.

Check air suspension(if equipped): Illuminates whenthe air suspension switch is turnedOFF, the load limit is exceeded orthe air suspension requires se

sounds. This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and theautomatic locking hubs engaging and is not cause for concern.SandWhen driving over sand

After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshaftsand tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes animbal

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral;

Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without alsoputting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide andswing aro

Each day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires, and adjust ifrequired.

The PTO can be used during mobile and stationarycontinuous/intermittent applications.PTO operation is disabled while the vehicle is in Overdrive (the

• GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axlesystem. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on theSafety Certificatio

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehiclesFor important information regarding safe operation of this typeof veh

Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label.Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight exceed

F-250 Regular Cab PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L (withoutfifth wheel)4.30 9072 (20000) 5670 (1

Door ajar: Illuminates when theignition is in the ON position andany door is open.Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehaz

F-250 SuperCab PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L (with fifthwheel)4.30 9072 (20000) 6305 (13900)4

F-250 Crew Cab PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with automatic transmission5.4L 3.73 6123 (13500)

F-350 Regular Cab Single Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 4218 (930

F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with manual transmission5.4L 3

F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L (with fifthwheel)4.30 9072 (2

F-350 SuperCab Single Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x4 with automatic transmission5.4L

F-350 SuperCab Dual Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)5.4L 4.10 6804 (15000) 3810 (8400)6.8

F-350 Crew Cab Single Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L (withoutfifth wheel)4.30 9072

F-350 Crew Cab Dual Rear Wheel PickupEngine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with automatic transmission6.8L 3

F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L 3.73 7

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L 4.30 907

F-350 SuperCab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with man

F-350 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L 3.73

F-450 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with manu

F-450 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)4x2 with man

F-550 SuperCab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel(Fifth Wheel Towing)Engine Rear axleratioMaximum GCWR -kg (lbs.)Maximumtrailer weight -kg (lbs.)6.8L 5.38 11

2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpersat the center of the vehicle.3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust t

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehiclecomponents, adversely affecting driveability, emissions and reliability.Replace front

Book. These instructions are available through your Ford dealer; theyinclude the list of vehicle models recommended for snowplowing andsnowplow weight

Battery voltage gauge (manualtransmission only): Indicates thebattery voltage when the ignition isin the ON position. If the pointermoves and stays ou

• Tires have their maximum inflation pressure and associated load ratingimprinted on the tire sidewall. This pressure may or may not be thesame as tha

Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effectthe performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk ofinjury. Please refer to the Bod

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, by the kickpanel access cover.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

To remove a fuse use the fuse pullertool provided on the fuse panelcover.The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Comp

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription12 20A* Cigar lighter/OBD II13 5A* Power mirrors/switches14 15A* Daytime ru

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription40 20A* Fuel pump41 10A* Instrument cluster42 15A* Delayed accessory43 10A*

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription302 — Powertrain (EEC) relay303 — Injector driver module relay (Diesel engi

Transmission fluid temperature gauge(automatic transmission only): If the gauge is in the:White area (normal) - thetransmission fluid is within thenor

Location of the spare tire and toolsThe spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations:Tool LocationSpare tire (pick-up tr

3. Fully insert the jack handlethrough the bumper hole and intothe guide tube. The key and lockwill engage with a slight push andcounterclockwise turn

3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from thestowage locations.4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim.5. Loos

• Front (4x2)• Front passenger side (4x4)• Front driver side (4x4)Make sure the jack fits into thenotched area next to the differentialhousing.Roadsid

• RearNever use the front or reardifferential as a jacking point.To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicl

The following steps apply to F350 Chassis Cab F450/F550 only:12. Slide the notched end of thejack handle over the release valveand use the handle to s

• Front passenger side (4x4)• Rear14. Insert the jack handle into thepump linkage.15. Use an up-and-down motionwith the jack handle to raise thewheel

The following steps apply to all vehicles:19. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown.20. Stow the flat tire. Refer toStowing

2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainerthrough the wheel center. Pull on the cable to align the components atthe end o

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electric

AM/FM STEREO1. Seek: Press/ to find thenext strong station down/up thefrequency band.2. Tune: Press/ to manuallychange radio frequency down/up.3. AM/F

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.On

An alternative for towing a 4x4 vehicle is to:• put the transfer case in neutral. On manual 4WD systems, put the4WD shift lever in N (Neutral); on ele

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles.The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordM

• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting fi

6. Tone: Press TONE until thedesired level — Bass, Treble, Fadeappears on the display. Turn thevolume control to raise/lower thelevels, or to move the

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement hav

If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Forddealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can directyou to the near

1. Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformitylikely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR2. Four or more repair attempts are

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse onl

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCHF–250 AND F–350 CREWCAB)Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over thele

SCRATCHESIn order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wearmarks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the sameinstruct

2. Fade: Press to shift sound to therear/front speakers.3. CLK: To set the hour, press andhold CLK. Then press SEEK todecreaseor increase thehours.To

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect i

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

• Manual transmission:1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral).2. Block the wheels.Note: Do not start your e

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline enginesRefer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo DieselOwne

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).4. Install the indicato

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

Seating and Safety Restraints 63Seating 63Safety restraints 68Air bags 79Child restraints 87Driving 98Starting 98Brakes 102Transmission operation 106T

10. Tune: Works in radio mode only.Press TUNE/ to changefrequency down/up11. Seek: Press andrelease/ for previous/nextstrong station, selection or tra

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “c

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant couldmake it difficult to see through

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir whe

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally eq

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine da

Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize enginedamage.W

Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused ormishandled.Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent.Observe the f

When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke whilerefueling. Fuel vapor is extreme

be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.The fuel system may be und

in the United States) because it may cause these problems to becomemore pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice tec

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume.2. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of

Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif an authorized Motorcr

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.Calculating fu

• Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.• You may want to

• Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient thantwo-wheel-drive operation.• Close windows for high speed driving.EPA window stic

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.Do not make any unauthorized changes to your

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service intervalschedules. If a

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)Check the clutch fluid level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guidefor the service interval schedules.Use only a DOT 3 br

However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is notworking properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if younotic

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]).The transmission fluid should be inthis range

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and re

4. Cassette door: Insert thecassette with the opening to theright.5. Eject: Press to eject thecassette/CD. The radio will resumeplaying.6. Tape: Press

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped)1. Clean the filler plug.2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level.3. Add only enough

Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do notremove it while the engine is running.Changing the air filter element (gasoline

• Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature AThese Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the UnitedStates Department of Transportation has

which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor VehicleSafety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels ofperformance o

Tire inflation informationThe F450 and F550 vehicles are equipped with a tire that is an all-steelradial. All-steel radial tires utilize steel cords i

• Four tire rotation• Five tire rotationMaintenance and Specifications225

• DRW – Six tire rotationIf your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatfront and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to

Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,speed rating, load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., “AllTerrain”, “Touring”,

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engineAir filter element FA-1634 FA-1634Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986BOil filter FL-820-S FL-82

FluidFord PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluid (andclutch fluid-ifequipped)Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidAll Fill to line

10. Balance: Press BAL; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to theleft/right speakers.Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to therear/front speak

FluidFord PartNameApplication CapacityFuel tank N/A Mid-ship tank(optional onChassis Cab)71.9L (19.0gallons)Right sidesaddle mountedtank (optionalon C

2Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3or equivalentmeeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok axles.3A

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationSpindle bearingHighTemperature4X4 Front Axleand WheelBearing Gre

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationEngine coolant MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored)VC-4–A (inCanada,Motorcraft

ItemFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationManualtransmission(6-speed)MotorcraftMERCON威 ATF2XT-2-QDX MERCON威Automatictransmission4R

fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON威 and MERCON威 V) inan automatic transmission application requiring MERCON威 maycause transmission damage. Use of

Dimension Body styleRegularCab 4x2RegularCab 4x4Super Cab4x2Super Cab4x4(5) Overalllength5 756 mm(226.6 in)5 756 mm(226.6 in)5 878 mm(231.4 in)c6 289

F350–except Crew CabDimension Body styleChassisCab —RegularCabChassisCab —Super CabRegularCab StyleSideSuper CabStyle Side(1) Overallheight1 924 mm(75

Dimension Body styleChassisCab —RegularCabChassisCab —Super CabRegularCab StyleSideSuper CabStyle Side(4)Wheelbase3 576 mm(140.8 in)4 186 mm(164.8 in)

DimensionBody styleCrew chassisCabCrew cab-shortboxCrew cab —long box(2b) Track —Rear1 729 mm(68.1 in)a,c/1 803 mm(74.0 in)b,d1 729 mm(68.1 in)a,c/1 8

18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass,Treble, Balance and Fade controls.19. Bass: Press BASS; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe bass output.Treble: Pre

Dimension Body styleRegularCabChassis 4x2RegularCabChassis 4x4Super CabChassis4x2/4x4Crew CabChassis4x2/4x4(2) Track(Front /Rear)1 736 mm(68.4 in) /1

F550Dimension Body styleRegularCabChassisCab 4x2RegularCabChassisCab 4x4Crew CabChassisCab 4x2Crew CabChassisCab 4x4(1) Overallheight2 076 mm(81.7 in)

Dimension Body styleRegularCabChassisCab 4x2RegularCabChassisCab 4x4Crew CabChassisCab 4x2Crew CabChassisCab 4x4(5) Overalllength5 733 mm(225.7 in)a6

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixed

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincol

Travel equipmentAdjustable Towing SystemAuto headlamp system with Daytime Running Lights (DRL)Bed TentBox Aluminum Rack cargo storage systems (Trac Ra

BedlinersCarpet floor matsCap (hard, color keyed – Leer supplier branded)Cap (commercial – Leer supplier branded)Cleaners, waxes and polishesDiamond p

Wood trim - interim appliqueFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicl

AAccessory delay ...47Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...79and child safety seats .

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, or track of currentdisc.2. Rewind: Press for a slo

washing ...184waxing ...184wheels ...185wiper bl

refill capacities ...228specifications ...232, 235Exhaust fumes ...102FFail safe cooling ..

Instrument panelcleaning ...187cluster ...10lighting up panel andinterior ...

fluid, refill capacity ...228fluid, specifications ...232, 235Power Windows ...47Preparing to drive yourveh

fluid, checking and adding(manual) ...219fluid, refill capacities ...228lubricant specifications ..232, 235ma

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6. Bass: Press BASS; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe bass output.Treble: Press TREB; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe treble output.7. Se

10. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until soundreturns. In CD mode, pres

17. Disc/Tune: Radio: Pressor to manually tune down or upthe frequency band.CD: Pressor to select the previous or next track on the CD.18. CD door: In

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards.6. Press the disc holder until it lockssecurely in

Accessories 245Index 249All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanicalincluding photocopying, recording or by any informatio

To remove discs:1. Slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazinewindow. The disc will partially eject.2. Remove the disc.Radio po

• Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.Don’t:• Expose tapes to

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windowsTo increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola

Foglamp control (if equipped)The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in theorpos

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and

COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)The dome lamp lights when thecontrol is in the DOOR (left)position, any door is open, theinstrument panel switch i

Function Number ofbulbsTrade numberRear fender clearance* 4(a)Interior visor lamp (if equipped) 4 194Rear identification 3 194All replacement bulbs ar

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certainvehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to th

2. Remove the two screws andparking lamp/side marker assemblyby pulling gently 3. Disconnect the electricalconnectors from the parkinglamp/side marker

3. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly.4. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofthe socket and push in the newbulb.Install th

Replacing brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs — F450/F550 only1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position.2. Remove the four screws and thelamp le

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position.2. Remove the bulb socket from thefoglamp by turningcounte

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel

Install a garage door opener (if equipped)The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarketgarage door openers. To install your gar

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open thewindow. Press and hold the top partof the rocker switch to cl

Fold-away mirrorsFold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space,like an automatic car wash.The telescoping feature (if equippe

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicleset speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).• Use the accelerator pedal to g

Indicator light (if equipped)This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle speed must beat or above 48 km/h (30

The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending onyour vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same.The trip computer

2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to r

Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affectcompass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone andcalibration o

3. Press and hold both tripcomputer controls. Afterapproximately eight seconds, thetrip computer will enter CAL mode.CAL mode is indicated when thedis

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to:• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta

The UNLOCK feature will work again after:• a door has become ajar,• the ignition is turned to the ON position, or• using the UNLOCKcontrol on your rem

This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash ornear crash event. This stored information may be read out and used by:• Ford M

Replacing lost remote entry transmittersIf you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:• the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or• the remote transmitter lock

Deactivating/activating the autolock featureBefore following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF andall vehicle doors are closed.You mus

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

40/20/40 split bench seat (if equipped)• Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or backward.Ensure the seat is relatched intoplace.• Pull

To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armrest, liftthe latch to open the lid. The lidcannot be opened in the uprightposition.Captain’s chai

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower the frontportion o

Using the manual lumbar supportFor more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle.For less lumbar support, turn thelum

RETURNING THE SEAT TO SEATING POSITIONAlways be sure that the seat is in a latched position, whether theseat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue thatare designed to be used as

manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford IncompleteVehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the QVMguidelines as well

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety b

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Safety belt replacement labelThe short plastic boot on the frontsafety belt at the passengeroutboard anchor location covers a“Replace Belt” label on t

pretensioner. Do NOT place objects between the seats, this couldinterfere with the functioning of the pretensioner. For the SuperCab andCrewCab base b

• 4–door Super Cab (if equipped)To adjust the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heightadjuster up or down. Release thebutton and pull

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 5 km/h (3 mph)and 1-2 minutes have elapsedsince the ignitio

Reasons given... Consider...“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehiclecrashes, many when no other vehicles are around.“Belts wrin

• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equippedwith Autolamps, this will not affect the

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm(8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and righ

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.To properly position yourself

Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow theseinstructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.An infant in a rear-fa

restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bagdeployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced,

In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, alwaysremove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON/OFFswitch.Turning the passenger ai

If your vehicle has rear seats, always transport children who are12 and younger in the rear seat. Always use safety belts andchild restraints properly

• the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat sothat the dr

• the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’sphysician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat sothat the dri

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.Alwa

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up

safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop orcollision.When

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with knee on thechild seat.8. Al

The SuperCab rear seat has three straps behind the top of the seat backthat function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchorloops.The t

installing the child seat. Refer to the Folding down the rear seatssection in this chapter for information on how to operate the rear seats.5. Clip th

Many tether straps cannot be tightened if the tether strap is hooked tothe loop directly behind the child seat. To provide a tight tether strap:1. Rou

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very hightemperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the riskof fire or other damage.Do