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    							When Towing a Trailer
    •
    Check your hitch, electrical connections
    and trailer wheel lug nuts thoroughly
    after you have traveled 50 mi (80 km).
    • Do not drive faster than 70 mph
    (113 km/h) during the first 500 mi
    (800 km).
    • Do not make full-throttle starts.
    • When stopped in congested or heavy
    traffic during hot weather, place the
    gearshift in position P to aid engine and
    transmission cooling and to help A/C
    performance.
    • Turn off the speed control with heavy
    loads or in hilly terrain. The speed
    control may turn off automatically
    when you are towing on long, steep
    grades.
    • Shift to a lower gear when driving down
    a long or steep hill. Do not apply the
    brakes continuously, as they may
    overheat and become less effective.
    • If your transmission is equipped with a
    Grade Assist or Tow/Haul feature, use
    this feature when towing. This provides
    engine braking and helps eliminate
    excessive transmission shifting for
    optimum fuel economy and
    transmission cooling.
    • If your vehicle is equipped with
    Adaptive Steering and you have
    enabled Tow/Haul, the Adaptive
    Steering system adjusts the steering
    response to match your vehicle ’s load.
    The system reduces vehicle sensitivity
    to steering inputs at higher vehicle
    speeds while it maintains the ease of
    parking and maneuverability at low
    speeds. •
    If your vehicle is equipped with
    AdvanceTrac with RSC, this system
    may turn on during typical cornering
    maneuvers with a heavily loaded trailer.
    This is normal. Turning the corner at a
    slower speed while towing may reduce
    this tendency.
    • If you are towing a trailer frequently in
    hot weather, hilly conditions, at the
    gross combined weight rating (or any
    combination of these factors), consider
    refilling your rear axle with synthetic
    gear lubricant (if the axle is not already
    filled with it).
    • Allow more distance for stopping with
    a trailer attached. Anticipate stops and
    brake gradually.
    • Avoid parking on a grade. However, if
    you must park on a grade:
    1. Turn the steering wheel to point your vehicle tires away from traffic flow.
    2. Set your vehicle parking brake.
    3. Place the automatic transmission in position 
    P.
    4. Place wheel chocks in front and back of the trailer wheels. (Chocks not
    included with vehicle.)
    Your vehicle may be equipped with a
    temporary or conventional spare tire. A
    "temporary" spare tire is different in size
    (diameter or width), tread-type
    (All-Season or All Terrain) or is from a
    different manufacturer than the road tires
    on your vehicle. Consult information on the
    tire label or Safety Compliance label for
    limitations when using.
    Launching or Retrieving a Boat or
    Personal Watercraft (PWC)
    Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer
    before
     backing the trailer into the water.
    Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer
    after
     you remove the trailer from the water.
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    							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 in (15 cm) above the bottom
    edge of the rear bumper.
    Exceeding these limits may allow water to
    enter vehicle components:
    • Causing internal damage to the
    components.
    • Affecting driveability, emissions, and
    reliability.
    Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime
    the rear axle has been submerged in water.
    Water may have contaminated the rear
    axle lubricant, which is not normally
    checked or changed unless a leak is
    suspected or other axle repair is required.
    TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
    FOUR WHEELS
    Emergency Towing
    If your vehicle becomes inoperable
    (without access to wheel dollies,
    car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport
    vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheels
    on the ground, regardless of the powertrain
    and transmission configuration) under the
    following conditions:
    • Your vehicle is facing forward for
    towing in a forward direction.
    • Place the transmission in position 
    N. If
    you cannot move the transmission into
    N
    , you may need to override it.  See
    Transmission (page 205).
    • Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
    • Maximum distance is 
    50 mi (80 km). WARNING
    If your vehicle has a steering wheel
    lock make sure the ignition is in the
    accessory or on position when being
    towed. Recreational Towing
    Note:
    Put your climate control system in
    recirculated air mode to prevent exhaust
    fumes from entering your vehicle.  See
    Climate Control
     (page 145).
    Follow these guidelines if you have a need
    for recreational towing, such as towing
    your vehicle behind a motorhome. We
    designed these guidelines to prevent
    damage to your transmission.
    Two-wheel Drive Vehicles and
    Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Equipped
    with an 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, you cannot
    tow your vehicle.
    Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Equipped
    with a Manual-shift Transfer Case
    1. Put the transmission in position 
    N.
    2. Put the transfer case in position 
    N.
    3. Put the hub locks in the FREE position.
    Always make sure that both hub locks
    are set to the same position.
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    							BREAKING-IN
    You need to break in new tires for
    approximately 300 mi (480 km). During
    this time, your vehicle may exhibit some
    unusual driving characteristics.
    Avoid driving too fast during the first
    1,000 mi (1,600 km)
    . Vary your speed
    frequently and change up through the
    gears early. Do not labor the engine.
    Drive your new vehicle at least 
    1,000 mi
    (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. Make
    sure you use the specified engine oil.  See
    Capacities and Specifications
     (page
    418).
    Do not add friction modifier compounds
    or special break-in oils during the first few
    thousand miles (kilometers) of operation.
    These additives may prevent piston ring
    seating.
    ECONOMICAL DRIVING
    Your fuel economy is affected by several
    things, such as how you drive, the
    conditions you drive under, and how you
    maintain your vehicle.
    You may improve your fuel economy by
    keeping these things in mind:
    • Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,
    moderate fashion.
    • Drive at steady speeds without
    stopping.
    • Anticipate stops; slowing down may
    eliminate the need to stop.
    • Combine errands and minimize
    stop-and-go driving.
    • Close the windows for high-speed
    driving.
    • Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling
    at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% less
    fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105
    km/h]). •
    Keep the tires properly inflated and use
    only the recommended size.
    • Use the recommended engine oil.
    • Perform all regularly scheduled
    maintenance.
    Avoid these actions; they reduce your fuel
    economy:
    • Sudden accelerations or hard
    accelerations.
    • Revving the engine before turning it off.
    • Idle for periods longer than one minute.
    • Warm up your vehicle on cold
    mornings.
    • Use the air conditioner or front
    defroster.
    • Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
    • Rest your foot on the brake pedal while
    driving.
    • Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow a
    trailer.
    • Carry unnecessary weight
    (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is
    lost for every 400 lb [180 kilogram] of
    weight carried).
    • Driving with the wheels out of
    alignment.
    Conditions
    • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a
    trailer may reduce fuel economy at any
    speed.
    • Adding certain accessories to your
    vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
    rollbars, light bars, running boards, ski
    racks or luggage racks) may reduce
    fuel economy.
    • To maximize the fuel economy, drive
    with the tonneau cover installed (if
    equipped).
    • Using fuel blended with alcohol may
    lower fuel economy.
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    							•
    Fuel economy may decrease with lower
    temperatures during the first 8– 10
    miles (12 –16 kilometers) of driving.
    • Driving on flat terrain offers improved
    fuel economy as compared to driving
    on hilly terrain.
    • Transmissions give their best fuel
    economy when operated in the top
    cruise gear and with steady pressure
    on the gas pedal.
    • Four-wheel-drive operation (if
    equipped) is less fuel efficient than
    two-wheel-drive operation.
    • Close the windows for high-speed
    driving.
    DRIVING THROUGH WATER WARNING
    Do not drive through flowing or deep
    water as you may lose control of your
    vehicle.
    Note:
    Driving through standing water can
    cause vehicle damage.
    Note: Engine damage can occur if water
    enters the air filter.
    Before driving through standing water,
    check the depth. Never drive through water
    that is higher than the bottom of the wheel
    hubs. When driving through standing water, drive
    very slowly and do not stop your vehicle.
    Your brake performance and traction may
    be limited. After driving through water and
    as soon as it is safe to do so:
    •
    Lightly press the brake pedal to dry the
    brakes and to check that they work.
    • Check that the horn works.
    • Check that the exterior lights work.
    • Turn the steering wheel to check that
    the steering power assist works.
    FLOOR MATS WARNINGS
    Always use floor mats that are
    designed to fit the foot well of your
    vehicle. Only use floor mats that
    leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only
    use floor mats that are firmly secured to
    retention posts so that they cannot slip out
    of position and interfere with the pedals
    or impair safe operation of your vehicle in
    other ways. Pedals that cannot move freely can
    cause loss of vehicle control and
    increase the risk of serious personal
    injury. Always make sure that the floor
    mats are properly attached to the
    retention posts in the carpet that are
    supplied with your vehicle. Floor mats must
    be properly secured to both retention posts
    to make sure mats do not shift out of
    position. Never place floor mats or any other
    covering in the vehicle foot well that
    cannot be properly secured to
    prevent them from moving and interfering
    with the pedals or the ability to control the
    vehicle.
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    							WARNINGS
    Never place floor mats or any other
    covering on top of already installed
    floor mats. Floor mats should always
    rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and
    not another floor mat or other covering.
    Additional floor mats or any other covering
    will reduce the pedal clearance and
    potentially interfere with pedal operation. Check attachment of floor mats on
    a regular basis. Always properly
    reinstall and secure floor mats that
    have been removed for cleaning or
    replacement. Always make sure that objects
    cannot fall into the driver foot well
    while the vehicle is moving. Objects
    that are loose can become trapped under
    the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control. Failure to properly follow floor mat
    installation or attachment
    instructions can potentially cause
    interference with pedal operation causing
    a loss of vehicle control. To install floor mats, position the floor mat
    so that the eyelet is over the retention post
    and press down to lock in.
    To remove the floor mat, reverse the
    installation procedure. SNOWPLOWING
    Ford recommends that the Super Duty
    F-Series used for snow removal include
    the snowplow package option.
    Installing the Snowplow
    Weight limits and guidelines for selecting
    and installing the snowplow are in the Ford
    Truck Body Builders Layout Book,
    snowplow section, found at
    www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas. A typical
    installation affects the following:
    •
    Certification to government safety laws
    such as occupant protection and airbag
    deployment, braking, and lighting. Look
    for an Alterer ’s Label on the vehicle
    from the snowplow installer certifying
    that the installation meets all
    applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
    Safety Standards (FMVSS).
    • The Total Accessory Reserve Capacity
    (TARC) is 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
    be added to the vehicle and satisfy
    Ford compliance certification to
    FMVSS. Exceeding this weight may
    require the auxiliary equipment installer
    additional safety certification
    responsibility. The Front Accessory
    Reserve Capacity (FARC) is for
    customer convenience.
    • Rear ballast weight behind the rear
    axle may be required to prevent
    exceeding the FGAWR, and provide
    front-to-rear weight balance for proper
    braking and steering.
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    							•
    Front wheel toe may require
    re-adjustment to prevent premature
    uneven tire wear. Specifications are in
    the Ford Workshop Manual.
    • Headlight aim may require
    re-adjustment.
    • The tire air pressures recommended
    for general driving are on the vehicle ’s
    Safety Certification Label. The
    maximum cold inflation pressure for
    the tire and associated load rating is
    on the tire sidewall. Tire air pressure
    may require re-adjustment within these
    pressure limits to accommodate the
    additional weight of the snowplow
    installation.
    • Federal and some local regulations
    require additional exterior lamps for
    snowplow-equipped vehicles. Consult
    your authorized dealer for additional
    information.
    Operating the Vehicle with the
    Snowplow Attached
    Note: Do not use your vehicle for snow
    removal until you have driven at least
    500 mi (800 km).
    Ford recommends vehicle speed does not
    exceed 
    45 mph (72 km/h) when
    snowplowing.
    The attached snowplow blade restricts
    airflow to the radiator, and may cause the
    engine to run at a higher temperature:
    Attention to engine temperature is
    especially important when outside
    temperatures 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 WARNINGS
    Do not attempt to service, repair, or
    modify the airbag supplemental
    restraint system (SRS) or its fuses.
    Contact an authorized dealer. Additional equipment for example
    snowplow equipment may affect the
    performance of the airbag sensors
    increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to
    the Body Builders Layout Book for
    instructions about the appropriate
    installation of additional equipment. All occupants of the vehicle,
    including the driver, should always
    properly wear their seatbelt, even
    when provided with an airbag
    supplemental restraint system (SRS). Your vehicle is equipped with a driver and
    passenger airbag supplemental restraint
    system. The supplemental restraint system
    will activate in certain frontal and offset
    frontal collisions when the vehicle sustains
    sufficient frontal deceleration.
    Careless or high speed driving while
    plowing snow that results in sufficient
    vehicle decelerations can deploy the
    airbags. Such driving also increases the risk
    of accidents.
    Never remove or defeat the tripping
    mechanisms designed into the snow
    removal equipment by its manufacturer.
    Doing so may cause damage to the vehicle
    and the snow removal equipment as well
    as possible airbag deployment.
    Engine temperature while plowing
    When driving with a plow, your engine may
    run at a higher temperature than normal
    because the attached snowplow blade will
    restrict airflow to the radiator.
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    							•
    If you are driving more than 15 mi
    (24 km) at temperatures above
    freezing, angle the plow blade either
    full left or full right to provide
    maximum airflow to the radiator.
    • If you are driving less than 
    15 mi
    (24 km) at speeds up to 45 mph
    (72 km/h) in cold weather, you will not
    need to worry about blade position to
    provide maximum airflow.
    Transmission operation while
    plowing WARNING
    Do not spin the wheels at over
    34 mph (55 km/h). The tires may fail
    and injure a passenger or bystander.
    •
    Shift transfer case to 
    4L (4WD Low)
    when plowing in small areas at speeds
    below 
    5 mph (8 km/h).
    • Shift transfer case to 
    4H (4WD High)
    when plowing 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 have
    stopped.
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    							ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
    Vehicles Sold in the United States:
    Getting Roadside Assistance
    To fully assist you should you have a
    vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
    offers a complimentary roadside
    assistance program. This program is
    separate from the New Vehicle Limited
    Warranty. The service is available:
    •
    24 hours a day, seven days a week.
    • For the coverage period listed on the
    Roadside Assistance Card included in
    your Owner's Manual portfolio.
    Roadside Assistance covers:
    • A flat tire change with a good spare, if
    provided with the vehicle (except
    vehicles supplied with a tire inflation
    kit).
    • Battery jump start.
    • Lock-out assistance (key replacement
    cost is the customer's responsibility).
    • Fuel delivery — independent service
    contractors, if not prohibited by state,
    local or municipal law, shall deliver up
    to 2 gal (7.6 L) of gasoline or 5 gal
    (18.9 L) of diesel fuel to a disabled
    vehicle. Roadside Assistance limits fuel
    delivery service to two no-charge
    occurrences within a 12-month period.
    • Winch out — available within 
    100 ft
    (30.5 m) of a paved or county
    maintained road, no recoveries.
    • Towing — independent service
    contractors, if not prohibited by state,
    local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
    eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
    within 
    35 mi (56 km) of the
    disablement location or to the nearest authorized dealer. If a member
    requests a tow to an authorized dealer
    that is more than 
    35 mi (56 km) from
    the disablement location, the member
    shall be responsible for any mileage
    costs in excess of 
    35 mi (56 km).
    Roadside Assistance includes up to $200
    for a towed trailer if the disabled eligible
    vehicle requires service at the nearest
    authorized dealer. If the towing vehicle is
    operational but the trailer is not, then the
    trailer does not qualify for any roadside
    services.
    Vehicles Sold in the United States:
    Using Roadside Assistance
    Complete the roadside assistance
    identification card and place it in your
    wallet for quick reference. This card is in
    the owner's information portfolio in the
    glove compartment.
    United States Ford vehicle customers who
    require Roadside Assistance, call
    1-800-241-3673.
    If you need to arrange roadside assistance
    for yourself, Ford Motor Company
    reimburses a reasonable amount for
    towing to the nearest dealership within
    35 mi (56 km)
    . To obtain reimbursement
    information, United States Ford vehicle
    customers call 1-800-241-3673.
    Customers need to submit their original
    receipts.
    Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting
    Roadside Assistance
    To fully assist you should you have a
    vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company of
    Canada, Limited offers a complimentary
    roadside assistance program. This program
    is eligible within Canada or the continental
    United States.
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    							This program is separate from the New
    Vehicle Limited Warranty, but the coverage
    is concurrent with the powertrain coverage
    period of your vehicle.
    Canadian customers who require roadside
    assistance, call 1-800-665-2006.
    Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using
    Roadside Assistance
    Complete the roadside assistance
    identification card and place it in your
    wallet for quick reference.
    In Canada, this card is found in the
    Warranty Guide in the glove compartment
    of your vehicle.
    Vehicles Sold in Canada: Roadside
    Assistance Program Coverage
    The service is available 24 hours a day,
    seven days a week.
    Canadian roadside coverage and benefits
    may differ from the U.S. coverage.
    For complete program coverage details
    you may contact your dealer, you can call
    us in Canada at 1-800-665-2006, or visit
    our website at www.ford.ca.
    HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS
    Note:
    The hazard warning flashers will
    operate when the ignition is in any position
    or if the key is not in the ignition. If used
    when the engine is not running, the battery
    will lose charge. As a result, there may be
    insufficient power to restart your engine. In some models, the hazard
    flasher control is located on the
    instrument panel.
    In other models, this feature is located on
    the steering column, just behind the
    steering wheel. Use your hazard warning flashers when
    your vehicle is creating a safety hazard for
    other motorists.
    •
    Press the flasher control and all front
    and rear direction indicators flash.
    • Press the flasher control again to turn
    them off.
    FUEL SHUTOFF - 6.2L/6.8L WARNING
    Failure to inspect and, if necessary,
    repair fuel leaks after a collision may
    increase the risk of fire and serious
    injury. Ford Motor Company recommends
    that the fuel system be inspected by an
    authorized dealer after any collision. In the event of a moderate to severe
    collision, this vehicle is equipped with a
    fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the
    flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact
    will cause a shut-off.
    Should your vehicle shut off after a
    collision, you may restart your vehicle by
    doing the following:
    1. Turn the ignition off.
    2. Turn the ignition to crank.
    3. Turn the ignition off.
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    							4.
    Turn the ignition on again to re-enable
    the fuel pump.
    Note: In the event that your vehicle does
    not restart after your third attempt, contact
    an authorized dealer.
    FUEL SHUTOFF - 6.7L DIESEL WARNING
    Failure to inspect and, if necessary,
    repair fuel leaks after a collision may
    increase the risk of fire and serious
    injury. Ford Motor Company recommends
    that the fuel system be inspected by an
    authorized dealer after any collision. Note:
    When you try to restart your vehicle
    after a fuel shutoff, your vehicle makes sure
    that various systems are safe to restart.
    Once your vehicle determines that the
    systems are safe, then your vehicle will
    allow you to restart.
    In the event of a moderate to severe
    collision, your vehicle is equipped with a
    fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the
    flow of fuel to the engine. Not every impact
    will cause a shutoff.
    After an accident, if the engine cranks but
    does not start, this switch may have been
    activated. This switch is located on the passenger
    ’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.
    Running Out Of DEF (Diesel
    Exhaust Fluid)
    If your vehicle runs out of DEF, it will enter
    into a speed limited mode and can also
    enter into an idle-only mode. Normal
    vehicle operation will not resume until DEF
    is refilled.  See Selective Catalytic
    Reduction System (page 188).
    Contact roadside assistance for help in
    finding a retailer that sells DEF.  See
    Customer Assistance
     (page 303).
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