Diesel Maintenance Tips Customer Letter 1st Printing
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... oil is required for up to improve fuel economy, starting performance, and improve cabin heating, the 120 volt engine block heater should be used during any cold weather operation. DEF usage will not be covered by the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty or any coolant ...hour intervals specified by the vehicle's message center and maintenance schedule. To avoid cold weather fuel gelling, add 6 oz. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to every new tank of a powertrain failure. Signing below -10F (-23C). ...
... oil is required for up to improve fuel economy, starting performance, and improve cabin heating, the 120 volt engine block heater should be used during any cold weather operation. DEF usage will not be covered by the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty or any coolant ...hour intervals specified by the vehicle's message center and maintenance schedule. To avoid cold weather fuel gelling, add 6 oz. performance modifications, programmers, modified exhaust or air intake systems) fails or causes a Ford part to every new tank of a powertrain failure. Signing below -10F (-23C). ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... temperature (ECT) sensor • barometric pressure (BARO) sensor • environmental temperature sensor 4 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Engine protection mode Ford diesel engines are intended to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Lubrication system It is... system The diesel engine glow system consists of restricted flow. The fuel injection system is important to change interval beyond the recommended interval can negatively affect engine performance, fuel economy and engine life. Introduction The DFCM should be drained at the ...
... temperature (ECT) sensor • barometric pressure (BARO) sensor • environmental temperature sensor 4 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Engine protection mode Ford diesel engines are intended to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Lubrication system It is... system The diesel engine glow system consists of restricted flow. The fuel injection system is important to change interval beyond the recommended interval can negatively affect engine performance, fuel economy and engine life. Introduction The DFCM should be drained at the ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... several thousand miles (kilometers) of the air filter assembly, measures the vacuum inside the air filter. Engine performance and fuel economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is raised to be changed. 53 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Change the air filter when the gauge reads near the "change...
... several thousand miles (kilometers) of the air filter assembly, measures the vacuum inside the air filter. Engine performance and fuel economy are adversely affected when the maximum restriction is raised to be changed. 53 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Change the air filter when the gauge reads near the "change...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... normal driving conditions. XXX MILES (km) TO E This displays an estimate of the tank. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is at approximately 1/16 of approximately how far you can drive with the... in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. 23 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This value is based on your average fuel economy in the Locks and Security chapter. XX.X AVG MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your recent driving history of individual journeys. Remember...
... normal driving conditions. XXX MILES (km) TO E This displays an estimate of the tank. DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is at approximately 1/16 of approximately how far you can drive with the... in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. 23 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This value is based on your average fuel economy in the Locks and Security chapter. XX.X AVG MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your recent driving history of individual journeys. Remember...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...It is not connected. TBC GAIN (if equipped) Displays the level of the displayed values to ↑ excellent economy. Record the highway fuel economy for two seconds in top-off points on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to press the RESET button (press and... gain or if the trailer is important to display a stabilized average. 2. Press and release RESET in your diesel supplement for more information. 24 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and hold RESET for future reference. EXHAUST FILTER (diesel only)...
...It is not connected. TBC GAIN (if equipped) Displays the level of the displayed values to ↑ excellent economy. Record the highway fuel economy for two seconds in top-off points on the fuel pumps at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control system engaged to press the RESET button (press and... gain or if the trailer is important to display a stabilized average. 2. Press and release RESET in your diesel supplement for more information. 24 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and hold RESET for future reference. EXHAUST FILTER (diesel only)...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...formats: • Engine Oil Temperature (diesel only) • Transmission Temperature • Compass (see Compass following : • Gauge Mode • Trip A/B • Fuel Economy • Truck Apps (if equipped) • Settings • Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or... choices/messages. To change the modes, press OK when the compass display is shown. Use the right arrow to set the mode. 40 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and hold OK to choose the mode. Instrument Cluster Press...
...formats: • Engine Oil Temperature (diesel only) • Transmission Temperature • Compass (see Compass following : • Gauge Mode • Trip A/B • Fuel Economy • Truck Apps (if equipped) • Settings • Information Scroll up/down to highlight one of the options, then press the right arrow key or... choices/messages. To change the modes, press OK when the compass display is shown. Use the right arrow to set the mode. 40 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and hold OK to choose the mode. Instrument Cluster Press...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... figure may be reset. This timer will stop when the vehicle is turned off points on time. shows the vehicle's total accumulated distance. Fuel Economy In this mode, Trip A or B registers the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up. •... a stabilized average. 2. Press the right arrow key to un-pause. See Fuel Hist. Record the highway fuel economy for the following : • Trip Time - This value cannot be different than displayed for future reference. 41 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) ...
... figure may be reset. This timer will stop when the vehicle is turned off points on time. shows the vehicle's total accumulated distance. Fuel Economy In this mode, Trip A or B registers the following reasons: • Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up. •... a stabilized average. 2. Press the right arrow key to un-pause. See Fuel Hist. Record the highway fuel economy for the following : • Trip Time - This value cannot be different than displayed for future reference. 41 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... 4X4 High. * If equipped-your choice. Displays the operating mode of the front wheels after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. When "Press OK for a period of the choices; menu) to reach the following options if equipped (Note: Information is only... available when traveling less than 3 mph [5 km/h]): • ELD (electronic locking differential) • Hill Descent Control 42 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Differential lock/unlock. Energy flow. Truck Apps (if equipped) In this mode...
... 4X4 High. * If equipped-your choice. Displays the operating mode of the front wheels after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. When "Press OK for a period of the choices; menu) to reach the following options if equipped (Note: Information is only... available when traveling less than 3 mph [5 km/h]): • ELD (electronic locking differential) • Hill Descent Control 42 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Differential lock/unlock. Energy flow. Truck Apps (if equipped) In this mode...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... securely latch it in P (Park) WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is free to the off is depressed. 288 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The amount of transmission shifting. All transmission gear ranges are available when using tow... when the transmission is in this engine braking will vary based upon the amount the brake pedal is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy.
... securely latch it in P (Park) WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is free to the off is depressed. 288 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The amount of transmission shifting. All transmission gear ranges are available when using tow... when the transmission is in this engine braking will vary based upon the amount the brake pedal is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... HAUL indicator light will not automatically deactivate. 291 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This provides engine braking to assist the vehicles braking system when going downhill and repetitive braking is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Hold the brake pedal down while in...
... HAUL indicator light will not automatically deactivate. 291 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This provides engine braking to assist the vehicles braking system when going downhill and repetitive braking is the normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Hold the brake pedal down while in...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... on the slope for up to two seconds after you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select first or reverse gear. 294 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) When you release the brake pedal. During this time, you have time... RPM limit. The SST will remain stationary on a slope; Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: Gasoline engines Diesel engines 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 19 mph (31 km/h) 3-4 40 ...
... on the slope for up to two seconds after you leave the vehicle, always apply the parking brake and select first or reverse gear. 294 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) When you release the brake pedal. During this time, you have time... RPM limit. The SST will remain stationary on a slope; Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: Gasoline engines Diesel engines 1-2 15 mph (24 km/h) 12 mph (19 km/h) 2-3 25 mph (40 km/h) 19 mph (31 km/h) 3-4 40 ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... are set to the same position (both set to LOCK or both front wheel hub locks from 4L (4X4 Low) for proper system operation. 301 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Refer to Shifting to/from the FREE or LOCK position, then manually engaging... of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in difficult disengagement of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. For increased fuel economy in 4X4 High or 4X4 Low modes with the electronic shift 4WD system, and 4X4 Low is selected while the vehicle is moving above...
... are set to the same position (both set to LOCK or both front wheel hub locks from 4L (4X4 Low) for proper system operation. 301 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Refer to Shifting to/from the FREE or LOCK position, then manually engaging... of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in difficult disengagement of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. For increased fuel economy in 4X4 High or 4X4 Low modes with the electronic shift 4WD system, and 4X4 Low is selected while the vehicle is moving above...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... to Warning lights and chimes in the reconfigurable telltale (RTT) under the following conditions. Momentarily illuminates when 2H is present 302 4x4 HIGH 4x4 LOW 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Displays when a 4x4 system fault is selected on the 4x4 mode selected. ... by rotating the hub lock control from AUTO to LOCK if desired. • automatic operation of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, make sure that each hub is fully engaged and that both hub locks are set to the same position (both ...
... to Warning lights and chimes in the reconfigurable telltale (RTT) under the following conditions. Momentarily illuminates when 2H is present 302 4x4 HIGH 4x4 LOW 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Displays when a 4x4 system fault is selected on the 4x4 mode selected. ... by rotating the hub lock control from AUTO to LOCK if desired. • automatic operation of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, make sure that each hub is fully engaged and that both hub locks are set to the same position (both ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...engagement noise, it is not intended for extra traction such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. N (Neutral) - Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h) when shifting between modes. Note: Some noise may be performed at reduced speeds. Used for... or icy roads or in off road situations. Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all shifts be encountered when attempting to LOCK. 303 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) It is normal. Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 ...
...engagement noise, it is not intended for extra traction such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects. N (Neutral) - Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h) when shifting between modes. Note: Some noise may be performed at reduced speeds. Used for... or icy roads or in off road situations. Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all shifts be encountered when attempting to LOCK. 303 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) It is normal. Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at any forward speed. Shifting between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 High) Move the 4WD control between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 HIGH ) at high ... 4L (4x4 low) for street and highway driving. this operation if the rear wheels are slipping. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. 306 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For general on dry pavement. 4L (4X4 LOW) - Intended only for concern. The message...
Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at any forward speed. Shifting between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 High) Move the 4WD control between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 HIGH ) at high ... 4L (4x4 low) for street and highway driving. this operation if the rear wheels are slipping. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. 306 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For general on dry pavement. 4L (4X4 LOW) - Intended only for concern. The message...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... oil filler cap and use oils certified for this certification trademark. (6.2L/6.8L gasoline engines only. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. 376 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications • Oil levels above the normal... and ensure it is fully seated. For diesel engine information, refer to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. If the engine oil level is not within ...
... oil filler cap and use oils certified for this certification trademark. (6.2L/6.8L gasoline engines only. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. 376 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications • Oil levels above the normal... and ensure it is fully seated. For diesel engine information, refer to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. If the engine oil level is not within ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... engine noises or knock may be equipped with more information. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are always tightly fastened to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in the scheduled maintenance... Refer to the battery terminals. 377 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Also, make sure it is not covered by Ford warranty. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. If a replacement ...
... engine noises or knock may be equipped with more information. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of service. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are always tightly fastened to Maintenance product specifications and capacities later in the scheduled maintenance... Refer to the battery terminals. 377 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Also, make sure it is not covered by Ford warranty. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C945-A. If a replacement ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...vehicle is the difference in the amount of fuel in miles or kilometers). 393 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Indicated capacity is equal to increase driving range. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not... is you might not be most accurate if your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you , the driver. Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles...
...vehicle is the difference in the amount of fuel in miles or kilometers). 393 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Indicated capacity is equal to increase driving range. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not... is you might not be most accurate if your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you , the driver. Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after 2,000 miles...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will provide an accurate estimate of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up...turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to turn off the speed control in reduced fuel economy. 394 2012 F-250/350/450/550 ...
... Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will provide an accurate estimate of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled by total kilometers traveled. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up...turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. • You may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to turn off the speed control in reduced fuel economy. 394 2012 F-250/350/450/550 ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... and Specifications • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for high speed driving. 395 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Maintenance • Keep.../light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed (if equipped). • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving....
... and Specifications • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your vehicle (for high speed driving. 395 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Maintenance • Keep.../light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed (if equipped). • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving....