Ford F250 Owners Manual
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Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped) 1. Rotate the control so the dots line up. 2. Pull the control back to fold the mirrors in or out. Note: If you repeatedly fold and unfold the mirrors several times within one minute, the system may disable to protect the motors from overheating. It will reset to normal function automatically within three to five minutes. You can also fold a mirror manually by pushing it toward the door window glass. After you manually adjust the mirror, you will need to reset it. To reset the power-folding mirror system and return it to its normal function: • Fold the mirror manually by pushing it toward the door window glass. • Use the power-fold control to fold and unfold the mirror two or three times. The mirror will make a sound as it resets. Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped) See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page 115 ). Memory Mirrors (If Equipped) You can save and recall the mirror positions through the memory function. See Memory Function (page 120). Clearance Lamps (If Equipped) The lower, outer part of the mirror housings light when you switch the headlamps or parking lamps on. Telescoping Mirrors (If Equipped) This feature lets you extend the mirror about 3 inches (75 millimeters). It is useful when towing a trailer. You can manually pull out or push in the mirrors to the desired position. PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping Mirrors (If Equipped) This feature lets you position both mirrors in or out at the same time. The control is on the door trim panel. Telescope Out A Telescope In B 78 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and MirrorsE163060 E163061 E163062BA
To adjust the mirrors: • Press and hold the control. • When you position the mirrors in or out, the motors will run as long as you hold the control. The running motors allow you to make adjustments as needed. • After positioning the mirrors, return the control to the center position to help protect the motors from overheating. INTERIOR MIRROR WARNING Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving. 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. 79 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and MirrorsE163058
SUN VISORS Slide-on-rod (If Equipped) Rotate the sun visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra shade. Illuminated Vanity Mirror (If Equipped) Lift the cover to switch the lamp on. MOONROOF (If Equipped) WARNINGS Do not let children play with the moonroof or leave them unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. WARNINGS 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. You can manually open or close the sliding shade when the moonroof is closed. Pull the shade toward the front of your vehicle to close it. The moonroof controls are located on the overhead console and have a one-touch open and close feature. To stop it during one-touch operation, press the control a second time. Opening and Closing the Moonroof Press and release the SLIDE control to open the moonroof. The moonroof will stop short of the fully opened position. Note: This position helps to reduce wind noise or rumbling which may happen with the moonroof fully open. Press and release the control again to fully open the moonroof. Pull and release the SLIDE control to close the moonroof. 80 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and MirrorsE138666 E162197 E163063
Bounce-Back The moonroof will stop automatically while closing. It will reverse some distance if there is an obstacle in the way. Pull and hold the SLIDE control within two seconds of a bounce-back event to override this function. While bounce-back is active, the closing force increases for each of the next three times that you close the moonroof. Venting the Moonroof Press and release the TILT control to vent the moonroof. Pull and hold the TILT control to close the moonroof. 81 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Windows and Mirrors
GAUGES Engine oil pressure gauge A Engine coolant temperature gauge B Transmission fluid temperature gauge C Fuel gauge D Speedometer E Information display See (page 89). F Tachometer G 82 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument ClusterABCD GFEE163168
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 the 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 your authorized dealer. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while 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 the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. 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). Refer to Special operating conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the higher than normal area may cause internal transmission damage. Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your authorized dealer. 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 fuel gauge needle is at 1/16th. 83 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster
Variations: Distance-to-empty Fuel gauge position Driving type (fuel economy conditions) 35 miles to 80 miles (56 kmto 129 km) 1/16th Highway driving 35 miles (56km) 1/16th Severe duty driving (trailer towing, extended idle) Information Display Odometer Located in the bottom of the information display Registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has traveled. Trip Computer See (page 89). Vehicle Settings and Personalization See (page 89). 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. 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. 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. 84 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster E144522
WARNING Driving your vehicle with the warning lamp on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury. 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. Cruise Control (If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch this feature on. See Using Cruise Control (page 183). 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 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 235). Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Fasten Safety Belt It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. 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. 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. 85 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster E71340 E163170 E163171
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. It will also illuminate momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Service Engine Soon If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after the engine is started, it indicates that the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emissions control system. Refer to On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced. See Emission Control System (page 148). If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately. WARNING Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Have an authorized dealer service your vehicle immediately. The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See Emission Control System (page 148). Stability Control Illuminates when the system is active. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction. During a malfunction the system will switch off. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately. See Using Stability Control (page 174). 86 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster E138639
Stability Control Off Illuminates when you switch the system off. It will go out when you switch the system back on or when you switch the ignition off. See Using Stability Control (page 174). Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped) Illuminates when the tow/haul feature has been activated. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 4X2 (If Equipped) Illuminates momentarily when two-wheel drive high is selected. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 4X4 LOW (If Equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 4X4 HIGH (If Equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light fails to display when the ignition is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Diesel Warning Lights If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has some unique warning lights; refer to your diesel supplement for detailed information on their function. Diesel engine brake For more information see your diesel supplement. Diesel exhaust fluid For more information see your diesel supplement. Glow plug pre-heat For more information see your diesel supplement. Water in fuel For more information see your diesel supplement. AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS Headlamps On Warning Chime Sounds when you remove the key from the ignition and open the driver's door and you have left the headlamps or parking lamps on. Key in Ignition Warning Chime Sounds when you open the driver's door and you have left the key in the ignition. 87 Super Duty (TFA) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Instrument Cluster E161509 E163173 E163174 E163175 E171217 E163176