Ford F250 Owners Manual

							Headlamp Aiming Target
8 feet (2.4 meters)
A
Center height of lamp to ground
B
25 feet (7.6 meters)
C
Horizontal reference line
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,
approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters)
away.
2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground and mark
an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal
reference line on the vertical wall or
screen at this height.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open
the hood. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe
a flat zone of high intensity light
located at the top of the right hand
portion of the beam pattern. If the top
edge of the high intensity light zone is
not at the horizontal reference line, the
headlamp will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Using a Phillips #2
screwdriver, turn the adjuster either
clockwise or counterclockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat steps 3 thru 5 to adjust the other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.
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							REMOVING A HEADLAMP
WARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb
carefully and keep out of children
’s
reach. Grasp the bulb only by its
plastic base and do not touch the glass.
The oil from your hand could cause the
bulb to break the next time the headlamps
are operated. Note:
If the bulb is accidentally touched, it
should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
Note: This procedure is for replacing the
headlamps, park lamps or turn lamps.
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position and open the hood. 2.
Using masking tape or a marker, make
an alignment mark between one of the
grille brackets and the vehicle radiator
support to ensure correct grille
alignment during the installation
procedure. Do not scratch the black
coating from the radiator support.
3. Remove the two grille to headlamp assembly push pins and the four bolts
attaching the top of the grille to the
radiator support.
4. Pull the top of the grille forward to gain
access to the lower grille spring clips. 5. Depress the spring clips through the
lower inner grille access openings using
a flat head screwdriver.
6. Pull the grill straight out to remove. 7. Remove the four bolts from the
headlamp assembly.
8. Pull the assembly straight out disengaging one snap clip from the
fender.
9. Disconnect the electrical connector by
squeezing the release tab and pushing
the connector forward, then pulling it
rearward.
CHANGING A BULB WARNINGS
Switch all of the lamps and the
ignition off. Failure to follow this
warning could result in serious
personal injury. Bulbs become hot when in use. Let
them cool down before you remove
them.
Use the correct specification bulb.  See
Bulb Specification Chart (page 252).
Install in the reverse order unless otherwise
stated.
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							Replacing Front Park and Direction
Indicator Lamp Bulbs
1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the headlamp.  See Removing a Headlamp (page 249).
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the headlamp.  See Removing a Headlamp
 (page 249).
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight
out.
Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.
Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.
Replacing Front Clearance and
Identification Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped) 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly.
3. Separate the bulb from the bulb socket.
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped) 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
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							2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.
Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.
Replacing
Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp
Bulbs
Pickup Models 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies.
3. Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly and carefully pull the
lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar
by releasing the two retaining tabs.
4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Chassis Cabs
1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Replacing Cargo Lamp and Central
High Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the screws and lamp assembly from the vehicle as wiring
permits.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
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							4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight
out.
Replacing the License Plate Lamp
Bulb
Note: The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
BULB SPECIFICATION CHART
Replacement bulbs are specified in the
chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be
marked with an authorized  “D.O.T.” for
North America and an  “E” for Europe to
ensure lamp performance, light brightness
and pattern and safe visibility. The correct
bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and
will provide quality bulb illumination time. Trade name
Number of Bulbs
Function
H13/9008
2
Headlamps
W5W
2
Side marker lamp - front
3157NA
2
Park/Turn lamp- front
3157
2
Tail/stop/turn/side marker
(pickups only)
3157
2
Tail/stop/turn/side marker
(chassis cabs only)
921
2
Reverse (pickups only)
3157
2
Reverse (chassis cabs only)
194
—
License plate lamp
9145
—
Fog lamp
912
1
High-mount brake lamp
912
2
Cargo lamp
12V6W
2
Map lamp
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							Trade name
Number of Bulbs
Function
578
3
Dome/reading lamps
2825
2
Interior visor lamp
2825
2
Mirror turn signal
2825
Mirror clearance lamp
194
5
Front clearance lamps and
front identification lamps 1
LED2
4
Rear fender clearance 1
1932
3
Rear identification 1
LED2
1
Underhood Lamp
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
1 Dual rear wheels, if equipped.
2  See your authorized dealer to replace the lamp assembly.
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							CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR
FILTER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage
and personal burn injuries, do not
start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the
engine is running. Note:
 Failure to use the correct air filter
element may result in severe engine
damage.  Resulting component damage
may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
When changing the air filter element, use
only the air filter element listed.  See
Motorcraft Parts (page 304).
Change the air filter element at the correct
interval.  See 
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 453). 1. Locate the mass air flow sensor
electrical connector on the air outlet
tube. Disconnect the mass air flow
sensor electrical connector. 2. Reposition the locking clip on the
connector (connector shown from
below for clarity), squeeze the
connector and pull it off of the air
outlet tube. 3.
Clean the area from around the air tube
to the air cover connection to prevent
debris from entering the system. Next,
loosen the bolt on the air tube clamp
so the clamp is no longer snug to the
air tube. It is not necessary to
completely remove the clamp.
4. Pull the air tube off from the air cleaner
housing.
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							5. Release the three clamps that secure
the cover to the air filter housing. Push
the air filter cover toward the center of
the vehicle and up slightly to release it.
6. Remove the air filter element from the
air filter housing.
7. Install the new air filter element. 8.
Replace the air filter housing cover and
secure all the clamps. Be careful not
to crimp the filter element edges
between the air filter housing and cover
and ensure that you properly align the
tabs on the edge into the slots.
9. Slip the air tube onto the air filter housing and tighten the air-tube clamp
bolt snugly. Do not over tighten
air-tube clamp bolt. 10. Reconnect the mass air flow sensor
electrical connector to the outlet
tube. Make sure the locking tab on
the connector is in the locked position
(connector shown from below for
clarity).
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							GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has
many quality products available to clean
your vehicle and protect its finishes.
CLEANING PRODUCTS
For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:
•
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover
(ZC-42)
• Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal
Cleaner (ZC-15)
• Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A)
• Motorcraft Dusting Cloth (ZC-24)
• Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20)
• Motorcraft Engine Shampoo (Canada
only) (CXC-66-A)
• Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-101)
• Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner
(Canada only) (CXC-100)
• Motorcraft Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada
only) [CXC-37-(A, B, D or F)]
• Motorcraft Premium Windshield Wash
Concentrate with Bitterant (U.S. only)
(ZC-32-B2)
• Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)
• Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl
Cleaner (ZC-56)
• Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover
(U.S. only) (ZC-14)
• Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23)
• Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner
(ZC-37-A) CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
•
Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash your vehicle when is hot to
the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.
• Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.
• Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle ’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.
• Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a
car wash.
Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.
Exterior Chrome Parts
• Apply a high quality-cleaning product
to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.
• Do not apply the cleaning product to
hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.
• Using other non-recommended
cleaners can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.
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							Note:
Never use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
Stripes or Graphics (If Equipped)
Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
sprayer on the surface or edge of stripes
and graphics. This can damage them and
cause the edges to peel away from the
vehicle surface.
Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.
WAXING
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.
• Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
• Follow the manufacturer ’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.
• Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles. •
Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
•Roof racks.
• Bumpers.
• Grained door handles.
• Side moldings.
• Mirror housings.
• Windshield cowl area.
• Do not apply wax to glass areas.
• After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
• Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
• Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
• Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
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