Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding...weight of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Once you have reached the maximum ...on the B-pillar or edge of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Other terms related to your Owner's Guide for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity...
... maximum payload, additional loading terms and weight ratings are very important, particularly when towing a trailer or when a heavy accessory such as driving at slower speeds, avoiding...weight of gravity, may not have serious consequences in terms of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Once you have reached the maximum ...on the B-pillar or edge of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Other terms related to your Owner's Guide for your vehicle, do not add more cargo, even if there is available) or by volume capacity...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and must be equipped for additional information. 22 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be less than or equal to the RV & Trailer Towing Guide, your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in...
... recommended Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) and must be equipped for additional information. 22 2011 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Trailer Towing TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may be less than or equal to the RV & Trailer Towing Guide, your vehicle with a trailer, make sure that you comply with the guidelines in...
Diesel Maintenance Tips Customer Letter 1st Printing
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... Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours 3 Check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle Time, Extended Low Speed Driving. 1 ¾ For Off Road/Dusty Conditions oil...is refilled. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to the quality and exact size of a powertrain failure. DEF usage will increase when ...flush & refill is required. 3 ¾ ¾ Take Care of your Owner Guide for the demands of Motorcraft® Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-3-B (U.S.) / CVC-3-B (Can.) or specification...
... Check every 15,000 miles or 600 hours 3 Check * Special = Operating Conditions like Extensive Towing, Long Idle Time, Extended Low Speed Driving. 1 ¾ For Off Road/Dusty Conditions oil...is refilled. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to the quality and exact size of a powertrain failure. DEF usage will increase when ...flush & refill is required. 3 ¾ ¾ Take Care of your Owner Guide for the demands of Motorcraft® Specialty Orange Engine Coolant VC-3-B (U.S.) / CVC-3-B (Can.) or specification...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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Introduction WARNINGS Throughout this guide, you will find warnings identified by checking the engine oil specification... cylinder (8 total), • a high-pressure fuel pump, • a high-pressure fuel rail for more information. 3 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) The engine-mounted fuel filter and the DFCM filter should be especially careful ... Drive your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in . The DFCM acts as a primary fuel...
Introduction WARNINGS Throughout this guide, you will find warnings identified by checking the engine oil specification... cylinder (8 total), • a high-pressure fuel pump, • a high-pressure fuel rail for more information. 3 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) The engine-mounted fuel filter and the DFCM filter should be especially careful ... Drive your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to drive continuously at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in . The DFCM acts as a primary fuel...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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... blower speed is integrated with dual fuel tanks, you to empty) will determine the appropriate blower speed for existing conditions. When tow/haul mode is designed to provide better grade descent control with less brake and transmission wear and tear. ENGINE-EXHAUST BRAKING This... heating system (if equipped) The optional rapid heat feature is an electrically powered device that is switched on tow/haul, see Automatic transmission operation in the Owner Guide. 14 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) When operating in automatic mode (when equipped) the climate...
... blower speed is integrated with dual fuel tanks, you to empty) will determine the appropriate blower speed for existing conditions. When tow/haul mode is designed to provide better grade descent control with less brake and transmission wear and tear. ENGINE-EXHAUST BRAKING This... heating system (if equipped) The optional rapid heat feature is an electrically powered device that is switched on tow/haul, see Automatic transmission operation in the Owner Guide. 14 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) When operating in automatic mode (when equipped) the climate...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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... TRAILER TOWING Refer to your Owner's Guide for full details on towing a trailer. lb (kg) 3.31/3.55/3.73 23500 (10659) 3.73/4.10 3.73 24500 (11113) 30000 (13608) 4.10 26000 (11793) 4.30 30000 (13608)* F-450 Pick-up F-450 Chassis Cab Rear axle Maximum ratio GCWR - Trailer towing tables ...Vehicle type F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Chassis Cab F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Pick-up 4.30 33000 (14969) F-550 (17500/18000 lb GVWR) 4.10/4.88 26000 (11793) F-550 (19000/19500 lb GVWR) 4.30/4.88 35000 (15875)* * Requires optional GCWR package 15 2011...
... TRAILER TOWING Refer to your Owner's Guide for full details on towing a trailer. lb (kg) 3.31/3.55/3.73 23500 (10659) 3.73/4.10 3.73 24500 (11113) 30000 (13608) 4.10 26000 (11793) 4.30 30000 (13608)* F-450 Pick-up F-450 Chassis Cab Rear axle Maximum ratio GCWR - Trailer towing tables ...Vehicle type F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Chassis Cab F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Pick-up 4.30 33000 (14969) F-550 (17500/18000 lb GVWR) 4.10/4.88 26000 (11793) F-550 (19000/19500 lb GVWR) 4.30/4.88 35000 (15875)* * Requires optional GCWR package 15 2011...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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... level is less than 1/2 full. However, certain conditions or driving styles, such as trailer towing or fast rates of the DEF tank more information. Running a system check in the message center... exhaust of your tank. For instructions on refilling your DEF tank, see this section. 26 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) System Your ...the DEF level must be under pressure. Generally, the DEF tank should refill your Owner's Guide for more often. See the scheduled maintenance information in this message you or others. See...
... level is less than 1/2 full. However, certain conditions or driving styles, such as trailer towing or fast rates of the DEF tank more information. Running a system check in the message center... exhaust of your tank. For instructions on refilling your DEF tank, see this section. 26 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) System Your ...the DEF level must be under pressure. Generally, the DEF tank should refill your Owner's Guide for more often. See the scheduled maintenance information in this message you or others. See...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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...unpaved roads). 74 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Actual engine oil change intervals will generally decrease with an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ that determines the proper engine oil change interval; The following table is intended to heavy load/towing -Mountainous or off-...when using high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions (such as a guideline only. Scheduled Maintenance Guide Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ Your diesel engine is equipped with severity of vehicle use and its impact on several factors and ...
...unpaved roads). 74 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Actual engine oil change intervals will generally decrease with an Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ that determines the proper engine oil change interval; The following table is intended to heavy load/towing -Mountainous or off-...when using high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions (such as a guideline only. Scheduled Maintenance Guide Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ Your diesel engine is equipped with severity of vehicle use and its impact on several factors and ...
Diesel Supplement 5th Printing
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... miles (96,000 km) or - Flush and refill engine coolant; add engine coolant additive, if required Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) - Scheduled Maintenance Guide Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier As required - Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and 800 engine hours additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); Note: After...,000 miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 86 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus)
... miles (96,000 km) or - Flush and refill engine coolant; add engine coolant additive, if required Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) - Scheduled Maintenance Guide Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier As required - Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and 800 engine hours additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); Note: After...,000 miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 86 2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus)
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...800 km) or three months, whichever comes first, during extended trailer tow operation above 70°F (21°C) ambient and wide open throttle ... and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with the oxidation catalyst/DPF system a service or ) .../vehicle operating conditions) and replaced with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. In ...2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are lubricated for life....
...800 km) or three months, whichever comes first, during extended trailer tow operation above 70°F (21°C) ambient and wide open throttle ... and power take-off (PTO) units containing synthetic fluid and light duty trucks equipped with the oxidation catalyst/DPF system a service or ) .../vehicle operating conditions) and replaced with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. In ...2011 Diesel (eco) Supplement, 5th Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide EXCEPTIONS In addition, there are lubricated for life....
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...166 178 192 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 214 216 219 234 242 249 254 261 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ AdvanceTrac Hill descent control... Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 262 262 268 270 271 277 284 292 294 2 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide,...
...166 178 192 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing 214 216 219 234 242 249 254 261 Driving Starting Brakes Traction Control™ AdvanceTrac Hill descent control... Transmission operation Reverse sensing system Rear-view camera system 262 262 268 270 271 277 284 292 294 2 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide,...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 314 314 315 316 316 326 342 343 347 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 349 356 356 ... information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 357 366 367 371 373 375 382 401 406 407 411 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan 415 418 3 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
... Contents Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher control Fuel pump shut-off Fuses and relays Changing tires Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing 314 314 315 316 316 326 342 343 347 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 349 356 356 ... information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data 357 366 367 371 373 375 382 401 406 407 411 Accessories Ford Extended Service Plan 415 418 3 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... contain Perchlorate Material - In addition, certain fluids contained in this respect is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before towing a trailer. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.... 6 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Try not to ...
... contain Perchlorate Material - In addition, certain fluids contained in this respect is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before towing a trailer. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.... 6 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Try not to ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... low. For more information on , the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (if equipped): Displays when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated. If the light flashes steadily, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Hill descent...RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on , have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 18 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked...
... low. For more information on , the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (if equipped): Displays when the Tow/Haul feature has been activated. If the light flashes steadily, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Hill descent...RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on , have the system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur. 18 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - The total load on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 245 2011 ...F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the ...
... Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers and cargo). Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - The total load on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 245 2011 ...F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the weight of 15-25% (fifth wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). is the weight of the loaded vehicle (... the GCWR. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 247 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) including all cargo and passengers - is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle ...
Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the weight of 15-25% (fifth wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). is the weight of the loaded vehicle (... the GCWR. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 247 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) including all cargo and passengers - is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... of trailer and hitch used. with aftermarket equipment: Weigh your vehicle series and drive axle ratio listed on the following table. 2. Chassis cabs and pick-up trucks: Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight, then subtract them from the GCWR listed for the transmission... your maximum trailer weight on the type of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 250 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result ...
... of trailer and hitch used. with aftermarket equipment: Weigh your vehicle series and drive axle ratio listed on the following table. 2. Chassis cabs and pick-up trucks: Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight, then subtract them from the GCWR listed for the transmission... your maximum trailer weight on the type of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 250 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...the trailer. • Weight-distributing - Contact your authorized dealer, the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by this vehicle enhances collision protection for the fuel system. requires a draw bar ...towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle is equipped with, refer to the axle. Once you determine which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. You must distribute the load in your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford... (8844) 22500 (10204) 26000 (11791) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
...the trailer. • Weight-distributing - Contact your authorized dealer, the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by this vehicle enhances collision protection for the fuel system. requires a draw bar ...towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle is equipped with, refer to the axle. Once you determine which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. You must distribute the load in your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford... (8844) 22500 (10204) 26000 (11791) 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... equipped) To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your specific vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and... Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). 252 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Attach the trailer to any position where the rear bumper of the ...
... equipped) To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your specific vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and... Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). 252 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Attach the trailer to any position where the rear bumper of the ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...pick-up bed; Do not use these mounting pads for turning corners. 253 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Doing so could result in vehicle structural damage,... your specific vehicle, consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. Contact your authorized dealer to purchase gooseneck ...could result in the trailer contacting the cab of the vehicle hitch. WARNING: The mounting pads in damage to follow this combination provide clearance between the cab and tow vehicle for turns up boxes (e.g. 6' ...
...pick-up bed; Do not use these mounting pads for turning corners. 253 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Doing so could result in vehicle structural damage,... your specific vehicle, consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. Contact your authorized dealer to purchase gooseneck ...could result in the trailer contacting the cab of the vehicle hitch. WARNING: The mounting pads in damage to follow this combination provide clearance between the cab and tow vehicle for turns up boxes (e.g. 6' ...