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... Anti-theft system 155 155 155 168 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 172 172 181 193 202 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 225 227 230 245 256 262 267 ...275 275 280 282 285 292 294 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 315 315 316 317 318 327 342 343 348...
... Anti-theft system 155 155 155 168 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 172 172 181 193 202 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 225 227 230 245 256 262 267 ...275 275 280 282 285 292 294 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 2 315 315 316 317 318 327 342 343 348...
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...Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to break in order to give the moving parts a chance to you along with your Owner's Guide. 6 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Introduction PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules,...the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of life disposal. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Try not to Trailer towing in oils since these additives may apply for more detailed information about towing a trailer, ...
...Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to break in order to give the moving parts a chance to you along with your Owner's Guide. 6 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Introduction PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules,...the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of life disposal. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Try not to Trailer towing in oils since these additives may apply for more detailed information about towing a trailer, ...
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 13 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 13 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...on while the engine is working. For more information on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be a malfunction with the electrical system or a related component. 17 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness...: If this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If it stays on ,...
...on while the engine is working. For more information on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be a malfunction with the electrical system or a related component. 17 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Airbag readiness...: If this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If it stays on ,...
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...fault on trailer (if equipped) Trailer brake module fault (if equipped) Trailer disconnected (if equipped) Brake fluid level low Low tire pressure (if equipped) Tire monitor fault (if equipped) Tire sensor fault (if equipped) Status Warning returns after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET button. This acts as a ... the reset. • They will reappear on . This allows you to on the next ignition key-cycle if the condition still exists. 132 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Warning will not reappear until an ignition off to use the full ...
...fault on trailer (if equipped) Trailer brake module fault (if equipped) Trailer disconnected (if equipped) Brake fluid level low Low tire pressure (if equipped) Tire monitor fault (if equipped) Tire sensor fault (if equipped) Status Warning returns after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET button. This acts as a ... the reset. • They will reappear on . This allows you to on the next ignition key-cycle if the condition still exists. 132 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Warning will not reappear until an ignition off to use the full ...
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... rear right door is in use. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more tires on , contact your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's Guide Supplement. 134 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...) LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped) - Displayed when one or more information. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on ,...
... rear right door is in use. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more tires on , contact your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's Guide Supplement. 134 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...) LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped) - Displayed when one or more information. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on ,...
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...trailer (if equipped) Trailer brake module fault (if equipped) Trailer connected (if equipped) Trailer disconnected (if equipped) Brake fluid level low Low tire pressure (if equipped) Status Warning returns after the ignition key is still present. This acts as a reminder that have been reset are divided into... equipped) reappear if the condition is turned from the reset. • They will reappear on the Tire sensor fault (if equipped) next ignition key-cycle if the condition still exists. 145 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Warning can be cleared by...
...trailer (if equipped) Trailer brake module fault (if equipped) Trailer connected (if equipped) Trailer disconnected (if equipped) Brake fluid level low Low tire pressure (if equipped) Status Warning returns after the ignition key is still present. This acts as a reminder that have been reset are divided into... equipped) reappear if the condition is turned from the reset. • They will reappear on the Tire sensor fault (if equipped) next ignition key-cycle if the condition still exists. 145 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Warning can be cleared by...
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...DISCONNECTED (if equipped) - Displayed and accompanied by a single chime if there are certain faults in your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to... a given ignition cycle. Refer to come on your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's Guide Supplement. 147 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the warning stays on or continues to Trailer towing in the...
...DISCONNECTED (if equipped) - Displayed and accompanied by a single chime if there are certain faults in your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to... a given ignition cycle. Refer to come on your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner's Guide Supplement. 147 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the warning stays on or continues to Trailer towing in the...
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Before removal of the tailgate, locate and disconnect the tailgate in -line RCS connector that remains under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Install a protective cap (located in the glove box) onto the in ...3. Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through 3 before removing the tailgate. 1. Place the tailgate harness out of the vehicle near the spare tire. 2. Driver Controls TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the...
Before removal of the tailgate, locate and disconnect the tailgate in -line RCS connector that remains under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Install a protective cap (located in the glove box) onto the in ...3. Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through 3 before removing the tailgate. 1. Place the tailgate harness out of the vehicle near the spare tire. 2. Driver Controls TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the...
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... more than other crash you to die than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly... Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to safely drive over terrain and road ...
... more than other crash you to die than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is properly... Drive at speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to safely drive over terrain and road ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow it to travel over the ... approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 226 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow it to travel over the ... approach inclines and drive over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 226 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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...and unloaded condition. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use . Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104... by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Department of gravity between tread shoulder and maximum section width. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight...
...and unloaded condition. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use . Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104... by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Department of gravity between tread shoulder and maximum section width. Tires, Wheels and Loading • Narrower - to provide greater maneuverability in tight...
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... traction grade assigned to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 228 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not...
... traction grade assigned to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. 228 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not...
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...pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of the driver's door. • B-pillar: The structural member at...tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for Metric tires]. Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRES Tires are seated. 229 2009...
...pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of the driver's door. • B-pillar: The structural member at...tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for Metric tires]. Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRES Tires are seated. 229 2009...
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..., irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is a severe vibration and oscillation in the steering wheel after the vehicle travels over -inflation may result from significant 230 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...
..., irregular wear, loss of vehicle control and accidents. Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is a severe vibration and oscillation in the steering wheel after the vehicle travels over -inflation may result from significant 230 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...
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...), or vehicle modifications such as the vehicle speed decreases. Repeat this procedure for pressures to the proper pressure which is normal for each tire, including the spare. 231 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Check your vehicle experiences shimmy, you drive. 2. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is...
...), or vehicle modifications such as the vehicle speed decreases. Repeat this procedure for pressures to the proper pressure which is normal for each tire, including the spare. 231 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Check your vehicle experiences shimmy, you drive. 2. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is...
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... front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label. 6. For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be performed by personnel trained, supervised and equipped according to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be treated like normal light truck tires. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no nails or...
... front and rear inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label. 6. For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be performed by personnel trained, supervised and equipped according to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be treated like normal light truck tires. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no nails or...
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...grooves. If internal damage to blow out or fail. 233 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory ... signs of excessive wear should not be repaired or replaced. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as indicated in the illustration. For your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear...
...grooves. If internal damage to blow out or fail. 233 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory ... signs of excessive wear should not be repaired or replaced. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as indicated in the illustration. For your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for cracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear...
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...like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on many factors such as these "wear bars", the tire is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-... after six years due to wear abnormally. In general, tires should replace your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Tires, Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to aging even if it has not been used. 234 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing...
...like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread will appear on many factors such as these "wear bars", the tire is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can be damaged during off-road use, so inspection after off-... after six years due to wear abnormally. In general, tires should replace your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Tires, Wheels and Loading Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to aging even if it has not been used. 234 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing...
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...2000 the numbers go to place standardized information on these labels then you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: ...2501 means the 25th week of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in case of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that the tire meets all -terrain) as possible. 235 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide...
...2000 the numbers go to place standardized information on these labels then you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: ...2501 means the 25th week of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in case of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use replacement tires and wheels that the tire meets all -terrain) as possible. 235 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide...