Ford F 250 Instruction Manual
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To adjust your mirrors, make sure you switch your vehicle on (with the ignition in accessory mode or the engine running) and then press the adjustment control to position the mirrors. Note: Moving the mirrors 10 or more times within one minute, or repeated folding, unfolding and telescoping of the mirrors while holding the control down during full travel, may disable the system to protect the motors from overheating. Wait approximately three minutes with the vehicle running, and up to 10 minutes with the vehicle off, for the system to reset and for function to return to normal. Loose Mirror If your power-folding mirrors are manually folded, they may not work properly even after you re-position them. You need to reset them if: • The mirrors vibrate when you drive. • The mirrors feel loose. • The mirrors do not stay in the folded or unfolded position. • One of the mirrors is not in its normal driving position. To reset the power-fold feature, use the power-folding mirror control to fold and unfold the mirrors. You may hear a loud noise as you reset the power-folding mirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat this process as needed each time the mirrors are manually folded. Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 150 ). Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 157). Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped) While the vehicle is running, the forward-facing portion of the appropriate mirror housing blinks when you switch on the direction indicator. Puddle Lamps (If Equipped) The lamps on the bottom part of the mirror housing light when you use your transmitter to unlock the doors or when you open a door. Clearance Lamps (If Equipped) The lower, outer part of the mirror housings light when you switch the headlamps or parking lamps on. Spot Lamps (If Equipped) The area lights are on the forward-facing portion of the mirror housing. You can switch them on and off by using the controls located on the instrument panel. See Lighting (page 86). Trailer Towing Camera System (If Equipped) See Rear View Camera (page 232). Blind Spot Information System (If Equipped) See Blind Spot Information System (page 249). INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving. 98 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and Mirrors
Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side. Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night. Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor. The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up. SLIDING WINDOWS (If Equipped) Power Sliding Back Window (If Equipped) WARNINGS When operating the power sliding back window, you must make sure all rear seat occupants and cargo are not in the proximity of the back window. Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the power sliding back window. They may seriously injure themselves. The control is on the overhead console. Press and hold the control to open the window. Pull and hold the control to close the window. SUN VISORS Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade. 99 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and MirrorsE176217 E138666
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped) Lift the cover to switch the lamp on. MOONROOF (If Equipped) WARNINGS Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let them play with the moonroof. They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the moonroof, you should verify that it is free of obstructions and make sure that children and pets are not in the proximity of the roof opening. The moonroof controls are located on the overhead console and have a one-touch open and close feature. To stop its movement during one-touch operation, press the control a second time. Opening and Closing the Moonroof Moonroof open. A Moonroof vent. B Sunshade open. C Sunshade close. D Moonroof close. E Moonroof Open Press and release to open the moonroof. Note: The moonroof stops short of the fully opened position to reduce wind noise or rumbling that may happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and release the control again to open the moonroof fully. Moonroof Vent Press and release to vent the moonroof. Sunshade Open Press and release to open the sunshade. The sunshade opens automatically with the moonroof. You can also open the sunshade with the moonroof closed. Note: The sunshade stops short of its fully opened position for the comfort of rear passengers. To open the sunshade fully, press the control again. 100 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and MirrorsE162197 E191272
Sunshade Close Press and release to close the sunshade. Moonroof Close Press and release to close the moonroof from either the open or vent positions. Bounce-Back The moonroof automatically reverses some distance if an obstacle is detected while closing. To override this feature, press and hold (E) within two seconds after the roof comes to a stop following a bounce-back reversal. 101 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and Mirrors
GAUGES Type 1 and 2 Engine oil pressure gauge. A Engine coolant temperature gauge. B Fuel gauge. C Transmission fluid temperature gauge. D Speedometer. E Information display. See General Information (page 111). F Tachometer. G 102 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterE219638
Type 3 Engine oil pressure gauge. A Engine coolant temperature gauge. B Fuel gauge. C Configurable. Transmission fluid temperature, Turbo boost or DEF gauge (diesel engines only). D Speedometer. E Information display. See General Information (page 111). F Tachometer. G 103 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterE219651
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 your 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 by an authorized dealer. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is running or hot. Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the engine coolant temperature exceeds the normal range, stop your vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. Fuel Gauge Note: The fuel gauge may vary slightly when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient. Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge will indicate approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the fuel pump symbol indicates on which side of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located. The needle should move toward F when you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points to E after adding fuel, this indicates your vehicle needs service soon. After refueling some variability in needle position is normal: • It may take a short time for the needle to reach F after leaving the gas station. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station. • The fuel amount dispensed into the tank is a little less or more than the gauge indicated. This is normal and depends upon the slope of pavement at the gas station. • If the gas station nozzle shuts off before the tank is full, try a different gas pump nozzle. Low Fuel Reminder A low fuel reminder triggers when the distance to empty value reaches 50 mi (80 km) to empty, with additional warnings at 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km) and 0 mi (0 km) to empty, provided the message is cleared each time. An additional warning at 75 mi (120 km) to empty is provided when the MyKey is being used. Variations: Note: The distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions depending on fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal. 104 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster
Fuel gauge position Distance-to-empty Driving type (fuel economy conditions) 1/8th tank 50 mi (80 km) Highway driving 1/4 tank 50 mi (80 km) Severe duty driving (trailer towing, extended idle) Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge Indicates transmission fluid temperature. At normal operating temperature, the level indicator will be in the normal range. If the transmission fluid temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. Also, higher than normal operating temperature can be caused by special operation conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or off-road use). See Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance (page 575). Operating the transmission for extended periods with the gauge in the higher than normal area may cause internal transmission damage. You need to alter the severity of your driving conditions to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see an authorized dealer. Turbo Boost Gauge (If Equipped) Indicates the amount of manifold air pressure in the engine. DEF Gauge (If Equipped) Indicates the current DEF level. WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information. Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start your vehicle. Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped) The speed control system indicator light changes color to indicate what mode the system is in. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control (page 240). On (white light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is turned on. Turns off when the speed control system is turned off. Engaged (green light): Illuminates when the adaptive cruise control system is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. 105 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterE144524
Adaptive Steering (If Equipped) The adaptive steering system indicator illuminates if the system detects a fault during the continuous diagnostic checks. Adaptive Steering Initialization (yellow, flashing): The adaptive steering system has detected a difference between steering wheel angle and the desired road wheel angle. The steering wheel adjusts itself to correct this difference. This adjustment is part of normal system operation. Adaptive Steering Off (yellow, solid): The adaptive steering system is off. It is possible that the steering wheel may not be straight when the vehicle is driving straight ahead. If this message persists, see an authorized dealer. Adaptive Steering Loss (red, solid): The adaptive steering system integrity cannot be verified. Do not drive the vehicle and contact an authorized dealer immediately. See Steering (page 256). Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake system warning lamp is also illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Automatic High Beam (If Equipped) Illuminates when this feature is on. See Automatic High Beam Control (page 89). Battery If it illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction. Switch off all unnecessary electrical equipment and have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Brake System Illuminates when you engage the parking brake with the ignition on. If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer. WARNING Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It may take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. Blind Spot Monitor (If Equipped) It illuminates when you switch this feature off or in conjunction with a message. See Blind Spot Information System (page 249). Check Fuel Cap (If Equipped) Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning indicator to come on. 106 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterE223375 E144522 E151262
Cruise Control (If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this feature on. See Using Cruise Control (page 239). Direction Indicator Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. Door Ajar Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed. Electronic Locking Differential (If Equipped) Illuminates when using the electronic locking differential. Engine Coolant Temperature Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Engine Oil If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil Check (page 324). Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Fasten Seatbelt It illuminates and a chime sounds to remind you to fasten your seatbelt. Front Airbag If it fails to illuminate when you start your vehicle, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Front Fog Lamps (If Equipped) It illuminates when you switch the front fog lamps on. High Beam Illuminates when you switch the high beam headlamps on. It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher. Hill Descent (If Equipped) Illuminates when hill descent is switched on. Low Fuel Level Illuminates when the fuel level is low or the fuel tank is nearly empty. Refuel as soon as possible. Low Tire Pressure Warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible. 107 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterE71340 E163170 E163171