Owner's Manual
Page 102
... fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lamp assembly. 3. Make sure the headlamps are located behind the rear bumper to remove it clockwise. 102 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Pull out the old... the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it from the socket and push in lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 3. Reach behind the rear bumper.
... fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lamp assembly. 3. Make sure the headlamps are located behind the rear bumper to remove it clockwise. 102 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Pull out the old... the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it from the socket and push in lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 3. Reach behind the rear bumper.
Owner's Manual
Page 150
... TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Place the tailgate harness out of the way under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Place the tailgate harness out of the way under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 194
... possible. WARNING: Additional equipment such as you can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To properly position yourself away from the upright position. Placing objects on or over... front passenger airbag is installed on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may effect airbag deployment in the center front seating position.
... possible. WARNING: Additional equipment such as you can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To properly position yourself away from the upright position. Placing objects on or over... front passenger airbag is installed on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may effect airbag deployment in the center front seating position.
Owner's Manual
Page 255
... in rain and snow. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 255 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Turn the ignition ...verifying that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive ...and Loading 10. Perform Steps 8 and 9 on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. However, in an increased risk of loss of non-recommended tires and...
... in rain and snow. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 255 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Turn the ignition ...verifying that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive ...and Loading 10. Perform Steps 8 and 9 on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. However, in an increased risk of loss of non-recommended tires and...
Owner's Manual
Page 265
... dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as a trailer ball hitch or trailer ball) to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total... 4.10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the proper...Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your vehicle.
... dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as a trailer ball hitch or trailer ball) to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for conventional towing or 15%-25% fifth-wheel towing of the total... 4.10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the proper...Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
Page 267
... in serious personal injury. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. If you own a trailer with a fully integrated electronic Trailer Brake Controller (TBC). Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. The trailer brakes must...controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may cause unpredictable handling, and could adversely affect your vehicle's brake system. When used properly, the TBC helps ensure 267 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... in serious personal injury. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the bumper. If you own a trailer with a fully integrated electronic Trailer Brake Controller (TBC). Do not attach safety chains to the manufacturer's specifications. The trailer brakes must...controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may cause unpredictable handling, and could adversely affect your vehicle's brake system. When used properly, the TBC helps ensure 267 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 270
... the GAIN setting is displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in the bumper. Explanation of instrument cluster warning messages: The TBC interacts with the instrument cluster... TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT: This message is at a speed of trailer and/or tow vehicle. 270 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In the event this ...with proper adjustment of 10. if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the GAIN setting. consult your Ford warranty. however, if the fault is with the trailer this message is displayed and accompanied by squealing...
... the GAIN setting is displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in the bumper. Explanation of instrument cluster warning messages: The TBC interacts with the instrument cluster... TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT: This message is at a speed of trailer and/or tow vehicle. 270 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In the event this ...with proper adjustment of 10. if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the GAIN setting. consult your Ford warranty. however, if the fault is with the trailer this message is displayed and accompanied by squealing...
Owner's Manual
Page 273
... 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. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires • All trailer tires should be such that 10%-15% of the...a boat Disconnect the wiring to keep the shoes properly spaced. allow waves to stop than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow much more distance and time to stop ; Backing up • Practice backing up, particularly if you are that they can overheat...
... 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. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires • All trailer tires should be such that 10%-15% of the...a boat Disconnect the wiring to keep the shoes properly spaced. allow waves to stop than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow much more distance and time to stop ; Backing up • Practice backing up, particularly if you are that they can overheat...
Owner's Manual
Page 292
... small or moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Inclement weather may include reduced performance or a false activation. The system may create false beeps. 292 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) this section. WARNING: Do not park your vehicle 1. Reverse sensing is designed to provide... not detect certain angular or moving in reverse on devices such as contained in this may also affect the function of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving objects.
... small or moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). Inclement weather may include reduced performance or a false activation. The system may create false beeps. 292 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) this section. WARNING: Do not park your vehicle 1. Reverse sensing is designed to provide... not detect certain angular or moving in reverse on devices such as contained in this may also affect the function of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving objects.
Owner's Manual
Page 293
... in R (Reverse). An indicator light on the control will sound continuously. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the RSS. 293 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The RSS will affect the accuracy of dirt... (do not clean the sensors with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to turn the RSS on and off...
... in R (Reverse). An indicator light on the control will sound continuously. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the RSS. 293 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The RSS will affect the accuracy of dirt... (do not clean the sensors with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to turn the RSS on and off...
Owner's Manual
Page 294
... inaccurate measurement of the area behind the vehicle. The area displayed on the navigation screen (if equipped). To use caution while backing. 294 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. ...8226; (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Centerline of vehicle Always use the camera system, place the transmission...
... inaccurate measurement of the area behind the vehicle. The area displayed on the navigation screen (if equipped). To use caution while backing. 294 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. ...8226; (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Centerline of vehicle Always use the camera system, place the transmission...
Owner's Manual
Page 295
... until the vehicle speed reaches 5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on both sides and rear of the bumper or under the bumper, might limit your vehicle as possible since higher speeds might not be seen. WARNING: The camera system is not clear or seems distorted,... it shuts off to assist in the green zone are further away. Objects are getting closer to your reaction time to stop the vehicle. 295 2009 ...
... until the vehicle speed reaches 5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on both sides and rear of the bumper or under the bumper, might limit your vehicle as possible since higher speeds might not be seen. WARNING: The camera system is not clear or seems distorted,... it shuts off to assist in the green zone are further away. Objects are getting closer to your reaction time to stop the vehicle. 295 2009 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 331
... 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To assemble, align button with spare tire carrier only) 1. The following table for their locations: Tool Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Jack Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab:... Fastened to floor pan behind driver seat SuperCab: Fastened to floor under rear seat Crew Cab: Fastened to remove the spare tire: • one wheel nut wrench. To disconnect, ...
... 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To assemble, align button with spare tire carrier only) 1. The following table for their locations: Tool Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Jack Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab:... Fastened to floor pan behind driver seat SuperCab: Fastened to floor under rear seat Crew Cab: Fastened to remove the spare tire: • one wheel nut wrench. To disconnect, ...
Owner's Manual
Page 332
Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the lug wrench to the jack handle (B). 3. Tire change the tire, be felt when turning the jack handle assembly. 4. Some resistance will ... off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Fully insert the jack handle (with one of the wheel. Roadside Emergencies • Vehicles...
Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the lug wrench to the jack handle (B). 3. Tire change the tire, be felt when turning the jack handle assembly. 4. Some resistance will ... off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Fully insert the jack handle (with one of the wheel. Roadside Emergencies • Vehicles...
Owner's Manual
Page 342
... any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing ... through service of the wheel. Roadside Emergencies 5. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km),...(800 km) of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
... any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing ... through service of the wheel. Roadside Emergencies 5. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km),...(800 km) of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
Owner's Manual
Page 354
...your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at mutually convenient times and places in all other efforts to -Bumper Warranty expires. If you receive Peace-of the Ford Extended Service Plan at www.ford-esp.com. This procedure is without charge or obligation, call your vehicle to find unleaded fuel.... 354 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) These impartial arbitrators...
...your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at mutually convenient times and places in all other efforts to -Bumper Warranty expires. If you receive Peace-of the Ford Extended Service Plan at www.ford-esp.com. This procedure is without charge or obligation, call your vehicle to find unleaded fuel.... 354 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) These impartial arbitrators...
Owner's Manual
Page 357
... on the running boards, do not use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 357 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) if these substances come in order to eliminate water spotting. •..., direct sunlight. • Always use strong household detergents or soap, such as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is "hot...
... on the running boards, do not use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface. 357 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) if these substances come in order to eliminate water spotting. •..., direct sunlight. • Always use strong household detergents or soap, such as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is "hot...
Owner's Manual
Page 358
Rinse thoroughly with a sponge. Cleaning • After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of water. • Never apply any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, ... of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from your authorized dealer. 358 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with Motorcraft...
Rinse thoroughly with a sponge. Cleaning • After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of water. • Never apply any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, ... of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from your authorized dealer. 358 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with Motorcraft...
Roadside Assistance Card 1st Printing
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... service requires the customer to modify or discontinue Roadside Assistance at any time. Weʼll get help to -bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-348-5220. • Warranty Towing •... will get you donʼt know why. Just give your vehicle the jump-start it needs. Limited to -bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in U.S.A. Key replacement cost is Roadside Assistance. Certain restrictions apply to Roadside...
... service requires the customer to modify or discontinue Roadside Assistance at any time. Weʼll get help to -bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-348-5220. • Warranty Towing •... will get you donʼt know why. Just give your vehicle the jump-start it needs. Limited to -bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in U.S.A. Key replacement cost is Roadside Assistance. Certain restrictions apply to Roadside...
Warranty Guide 2nd Printing
Page 8
... charged for repairs covered by any adjustment program is always entered in your vehicle identification number available. 3 During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may receive instructions to maximize your satisfaction with your every service need to provide no-cost, service-type... improvements - Sometimes Ford may require a tax on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. specified in the Scheduled Maintenance ...
... charged for repairs covered by any adjustment program is always entered in your vehicle identification number available. 3 During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may receive instructions to maximize your satisfaction with your every service need to provide no-cost, service-type... improvements - Sometimes Ford may require a tax on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. specified in the Scheduled Maintenance ...