Ford E450 Owners Manual

							SYSTEM CHECK
TBC GAIN = XX.X or NO
TRAILER (if equipped)
TBC GAIN = XX.X or
OUTPUT = ////// (if
equipped)
XXX MILES TO E
OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW
This displays the remaining oil life. An oil
change is required whenever indicated by
the message center and according to the
recommended maintenance schedule.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100%
after each oil change, perform the
following:
1. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to display OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD
RESET = NEW.
2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for two seconds and release to
reset the oil life to 100%.
Note: To change oil life 100% value (if
equipped):
3. Once OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%
displays, release and press the
SELECT/RESET stem to change the oil
life start value. Each release and press
reduces the value by 10%.
UNITS ENG / METRIC
Displays the current units in English or
Metric.
AUTOLOCK
This feature automatically locks all vehicle
doors when you shift into any gear, putting
the vehicle in motion. AUTOUNLOCK
This feature automatically unlocks all
vehicle doors when you open the driver's
door within 10 minutes of switching the
ignition off.
COMPASS (if equipped)
Displays the vehicle's heading direction.
Note:
Driving near large buildings, bridges,
power lines and powerful broadcast
antennas may affect the compass reading.
Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on
or near the vehicle may also affect compass
accuracy. If the compass appears to be
inaccurate, a manual calibration may be
necessary. Refer to 
Compass zone
adjustment.
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							1. Determine which magnetic zone you
are in for your geographic location by
referring to the zone map.
2. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the information
displays until the message center
displays HOLD RESET FOR SETUP
MENU.
3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to get into the setup menu. Press
repeatedly to scroll through the setup
menu until COMPASS ZONE XX
appears in the information display.
4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two seconds
to go to the next zone, then release.
5. Press and hold to go up by one zone then release. Repeat this until you
reach the desired zone.
6. To exit the procedure, release the SELECT/RESET stem and allow the
setup timer to expire.
Compass calibration adjustment
Note: For optimum calibration, drive to an
open, level location away from large
metallic objects or structures. Switch off all
non-essential electrical accessories (heated
rear window, heater, A/C, map lamps, wiper,
etc.) and make sure all the doors are closed.
Note:  If you press the SELECT/RESET stem
during the calibration or three minutes
elapse since the beginning of the calibration
without driving the vehicle, the information
display reverts back to normal operation
and CAL displays until you complete a
successful calibration.
1. Press and release the SELECT/RESET stem to scroll through the information
displays until HOLD RESET FOR SETUP
MENU appears. 2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET
stem to get into the setup menu. Press
it repeatedly to scroll through the setup
menu until HOLD RESET FOR
CALIBRATION appears in the
information display.
3. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem for approximately two seconds
until the information display enters the
compass zone adjustment mode.
4. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem until CIRCLE SLOWLY TO
CALIBRATE appears in the information
display.
5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 3 mph (5 km/h) until the CIRCLE
SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE message
changes to CALIBRATION
COMPLETED. This may require up to
five circles to complete the calibration.
TBC MODE (if equipped)
Allows you to choose the trailer brake
mode.
LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH /
FRENCH
Allows you to choose which language
appears in the information display.
Waiting four seconds or pressing the
SELECT/RESET stem cycles the
information display through each of the
language choices.
Press the SELECT/RESET stem to set the
language choice when the language you
want appears.
HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK
The information display begins to cycle
through the vehicle systems and provides
a status of the item if needed. Some
systems show a message only if a
condition is present.
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							INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:
Depending on the vehicle options
equipped with your vehicle, not all of the
messages will display or be available.
Certain messages may be abbreviated or
shortened depending upon which cluster
type you have. Press the SELECT/RESET stem to
acknowledge and remove some messages
from the information display. Other
messages will be removed automatically
after a short time.
Certain messages need to be confirmed
before you can access the menus.
Brake System Action
Message
Indicates the brake fluid level is low, have the brakesystem inspected immediately.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW
Displays when the brake system needs servicing. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
Displays when the parking brake is set and the vehicleis in motion.
PARK BRAKE ENGAGED
Fuel Action
Message
Displays as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.
XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL
LOW
Maintenance Action
Message
Displays when the engine oil life remaining is between5% and 0%.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON
Displays when the oil life left reaches 0%.
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED
Displays after you have the oil changed.
OIL LIFE OK
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							Tire
Action
Message
Displays when one or more tires on your vehicle havelow tire pressure.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE
Displays when the tire pressure monitoring system
malfunctions. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
FAULT
Displays when a tire pressure sensor malfunctions, oryour spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to
the Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Wheels and
Tires chapter for more information. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR
FAULT
Traction Control Action
Message
Displays when the traction control system detects a
condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Traction Control
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							Trailer
Action
Message
Displays along with a single tone in response to faultssensed by the TBC.  See Essential Towing Checks
(page 104).
TRAILER BRAKE MODULE
FAULT
Displays when a correct trailer connection (a trailerwith electric trailer brakes) is sensed during a given ignition cycle.
TRAILER CONNECTED
Displays when a trailer connection becomes discon-
nected, either intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle. Disregard
this status if your vehicle is not equipped with a factory installed trailer brake controller. This message may
appear when you use an aftermarket TBC even when the trailer is connected.
TRAILER DISCONNECTED
Displays if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiringand trailer wiring or brake system.  See 
Essential
Towing Checks (page 104).
WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER
Transmission Action
Message
A reminder to apply the brakes, then shift to park.
SHIFT TO PARK
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							MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
A
Temperature control:
 Controls the temperature of the air circulated in your
vehicle.
B
NORM A/C:
 Adjust the control to switch the air conditioning on or off. Air
conditioning cools your vehicle using outside air. To improve the time to reach
a comfortable temperature in hot weather, drive with the windows open until
you feel cold air through the air vents.
C
OFF:
 Adjust the control to switch the system on and off. When the system is
off, it prevents outside air from entering the vehicle.
D
Air distribution control: Adjust the control to turn airflow from the windshield,
instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. You can distribute air through any
combination of these vents.
E
MAX A/C:
 Adjust the control for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flows
through the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on and
the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
F
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							Heater Only System
Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
A
Temperature control:
 Controls the temperature of the air circulated in your
vehicle.
B
Air distribution control: Adjust the control to turn airflow from the windshield,
instrument panel, or footwell vents on or off. You can distribute air through any
combination of these vents.
C
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up.
Note: A small amount of air may be felt
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on. Note:
Do not place objects under the front
seats as this may interfere with the airflow
to the rear seats.
Note: Keep the air intakes in front of the
windshield free from obstruction (such as
snow or leaves) to allow the climate control
system to function effectively.
Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position. Increase the temperature
and fan speed and select the A/C function
to improve clearing, if required.
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							Heating the Interior Quickly
•
Adjust the fan speed to the highest
speed setting.
• Adjust the temperature control to the
highest setting.
• Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell air vents position.
Recommended Settings for
Heating
• Adjust the fan speed to the second
speed setting.
• Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the hot settings.
• Adjust the air distribution control to the
footwell and windshield air vents
position.
Cooling the Interior Quickly
• Adjust the fan speed to the highest
speed setting.
• Select the MAX A/C function.
• Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position.
Recommended Settings for
Cooling
• Adjust the fan speed to the second
speed setting.
• Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the cold settings.
• Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel air vents position. Vehicle Stationary for Extended
Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
•
Apply the parking brake.
• Move the transmission selector lever
to position 
P or neutral.
• Adjust the temperature control to the
MAX A/C
 position.
• Adjust the fan speed to the lowest
speed setting.
Side Window Defogging in Cold
Weather
• Adjust the air distribution control to the
instrument panel and windshield air
vents positions.
• Select the 
A/C function.
• Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
• Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting.
• Direct the instrument panel side air
vents toward the side windows.
• Close the instrument panel vents.
Maximum Cooling Performance in
Instrument Panel or Instrument
Panel and Footwell Positions
• Adjust the temperature control to the
lowest setting.
• Adjust the fan speed to the highest
setting initially and then adjust it to suit
the desired comfort level.
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							REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROLS
Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
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							SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far
can take weight off the seat cushion
and affect the decision of the passenger
sensing system, resulting in serious injury
or death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat back, with your
feet on the floor. Do not recline the seatback as this
can cause the occupant to slide
under the safety belt, resulting in
serious injury in the event of a crash. Do not place objects higher than the
seatback to reduce the risk of serious
injury in the event of a crash or during
heavy braking. When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash. We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•
Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.
• Do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.
• Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.
• Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in
(25 cm) between your breastbone and
the airbag cover.
• Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.
• Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.
• Position the shoulder strap of the
safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.
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 operate the vehicle until the
seatback is placed in its proper position.
The driver should never adjust the head
restraint while the vehicle is in motion. 67
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