Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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... which lasts for five years, regardless of paint damage due to a manufacturing defect in factory-supplied materials or factory workmanship. Front-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing...involved and therefore no warranty − our policy is to provide free repair of miles driven. Rear-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive axle housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts;
... which lasts for five years, regardless of paint damage due to a manufacturing defect in factory-supplied materials or factory workmanship. Front-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts, intake and exhaust manifolds, timing...involved and therefore no warranty − our policy is to provide free repair of miles driven. Rear-Wheel Drive: axle shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive axle housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts;
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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... in which anything other competitive events. • Tires improperly repaired or with repairs not conforming to presentation for adjustment. (If no proof of their drive axle. (Front or Rear Wheel Drive). This applies to change its warranty ends when at or below 45°F, (7°C) ambient temperature. • Tires transferred from... indicators becomes visible regardless of four. Remember on Light Truck Vehicles, always follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. When changing only two tires on the rear axle.
... in which anything other competitive events. • Tires improperly repaired or with repairs not conforming to presentation for adjustment. (If no proof of their drive axle. (Front or Rear Wheel Drive). This applies to change its warranty ends when at or below 45°F, (7°C) ambient temperature. • Tires transferred from... indicators becomes visible regardless of four. Remember on Light Truck Vehicles, always follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. When changing only two tires on the rear axle.
Tire Warranty 2nd Printing
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...the particular application will build up excessive heat that your tires is molded on trailer towing. In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for any axle on many factors such as the inside shoulder of the tire wearing faster than the rest of tread wear. Tires which are not overloaded. TRAILER... to aging even if it has not been used. WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on your vehicle. Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. These 58 You should replace your spare tire when you should be out of...
...the particular application will build up excessive heat that your tires is molded on trailer towing. In general, tires should visit a tire retailer for any axle on many factors such as the inside shoulder of the tire wearing faster than the rest of tread wear. Tires which are not overloaded. TRAILER... to aging even if it has not been used. WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on your vehicle. Do not exceed the gross axle weight rating for advice concerning the correct size tire and pressures. These 58 You should replace your spare tire when you should be out of...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... 4WD or AWD). Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) This may be your speed. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds... use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down or if you have the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles.
... 4WD or AWD). Basic operating principles • Drive slower in these vehicles. Ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your primary concern. 6 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) This may be your speed. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in strong crosswinds... use 4WD on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down or if you have the space, it may damage the drivelines and axles.
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill...is required, the following additional precautions must be replaced as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. Additionally the use replacement tires...type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Stand at a minimum of 12 ft...
...38 bar) greater than the maximum pressure on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill...is required, the following additional precautions must be replaced as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. Additionally the use replacement tires...type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Stand at a minimum of 12 ft...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... payload for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Refer to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can... NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to loss of gravity, may not have reached the maximum payload of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
... payload for additional information regarding these terms and maximum safe weight limits. Refer to loading include base curb weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), gross combined weight rating (GCWR). Effects of improperly loading or overloading your vehicle Improper weight distribution and exceeding the maximum payload can... NEVER EXCEED XXX KG OR XXX LBS" to loss of gravity, may not have reached the maximum payload of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 19 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... vehicle rollover. Cargo on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. Any load placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle. Cargo should be evenly distributed over the roof..., use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. You should not exceed the maximum load roof rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
... vehicle rollover. Cargo on the bottom, near the front of the roof rack area. Any load placed on the bottom and ahead of the rear axle. Loading Your Vehicle Loading and securing cargo When using your vehicle to haul cargo, make your vehicle. Cargo should be evenly distributed over the roof..., use extra caution when loading the vehicle and when driving. You should not exceed the maximum load roof rack load allowed for the vehicle. 20 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... 4.10 4.30 4.88 4.88 30000 (13608) 26000 (11793) 30000 (13608) * 33000 (14969) 26000 (11793) 35000 (15875) * 26000 (11793) 35000 (15875) * Requires optional GCWR package 15 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving TRAILER TOWING Refer to your Owner's Guide for full details on towing a trailer. Vehicle type F-250/F-350... Cab F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Pick-up F-450 Chassis Cab F-450 Pick-up F-550 (17500/18000 lb GVWR) F-550 (19000/19500 lb GVWR) * Rear axle Maximum ratio GCWR -
... 4.10 4.30 4.88 4.88 30000 (13608) 26000 (11793) 30000 (13608) * 33000 (14969) 26000 (11793) 35000 (15875) * 26000 (11793) 35000 (15875) * Requires optional GCWR package 15 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving TRAILER TOWING Refer to your Owner's Guide for full details on towing a trailer. Vehicle type F-250/F-350... Cab F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Pick-up F-450 Chassis Cab F-450 Pick-up F-550 (17500/18000 lb GVWR) F-550 (19000/19500 lb GVWR) * Rear axle Maximum ratio GCWR -
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... aggressive or city driving 4100 miles 7100 miles (6598 km) - (11426 km) - 7100 miles 9600 miles (11426 km) (15450 km) Pick-up (3.55 axle ratio) Trailer towing / aggressive or city Normal driving driving 2800 miles 5800 miles (4506 km) - (9334 km) - 5800 miles 8100 miles (9334 km) ...13036 km) - 9700 miles (15611 km) Driving style DEF usage Steady highway driving 7300 miles (11748 km) - 8900 miles (14323 km) 37 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Typical Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Usage The charts below illustrate approximate DEF usage for ...
... aggressive or city driving 4100 miles 7100 miles (6598 km) - (11426 km) - 7100 miles 9600 miles (11426 km) (15450 km) Pick-up (3.55 axle ratio) Trailer towing / aggressive or city Normal driving driving 2800 miles 5800 miles (4506 km) - (9334 km) - 5800 miles 8100 miles (9334 km) ...13036 km) - 9700 miles (15611 km) Driving style DEF usage Steady highway driving 7300 miles (11748 km) - 8900 miles (14323 km) 37 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications Typical Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Usage The charts below illustrate approximate DEF usage for ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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Maintenance and Specifications Pick-up (4.30 axle ratio) Trailer towing / Normal driving aggressive or city driving 1100 miles 4100 miles (1770 km) - (6598 km) - 4100 miles 6300 miles (6598 km) (10139 km) ... whenever the warning light comes on and the message center directs you to exceed this level, the water may cause fuel injection equipment damage. 38 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) PTO usage - - - > 0 miles (0 km) - 7800 miles (12553 km) Driving style DEF usage Steady highway driving 6300 miles (10139...
Maintenance and Specifications Pick-up (4.30 axle ratio) Trailer towing / Normal driving aggressive or city driving 1100 miles 4100 miles (1770 km) - (6598 km) - 4100 miles 6300 miles (6598 km) (10139 km) ... whenever the warning light comes on and the message center directs you to exceed this level, the water may cause fuel injection equipment damage. 38 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) PTO usage - - - > 0 miles (0 km) - 7800 miles (12553 km) Driving style DEF usage Steady highway driving 6300 miles (10139...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...(except regular cab) (142.0L) Fuel tank - Chassis cab 40 gallons (151.4L) (aft of axle) 40 gallon (151.4L) Fuel tank - Item Capacity Ford part name Cetane Booster & Performance Improver - Using any other coolant may result in vehicle damage. 69 Anti... and 28 gallon (106.0L) Automatic transmission fluid Motorcraft Anti-Gel & Performance Improver 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft Cetane Booster & Performance Improver Ford part number / Ford specification or specification PM-22-A (US) PM-22-B (Canada) / - Maintenance and Specifications...
...(except regular cab) (142.0L) Fuel tank - Chassis cab 40 gallons (151.4L) (aft of axle) 40 gallon (151.4L) Fuel tank - Item Capacity Ford part name Cetane Booster & Performance Improver - Using any other coolant may result in vehicle damage. 69 Anti... and 28 gallon (106.0L) Automatic transmission fluid Motorcraft Anti-Gel & Performance Improver 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Motorcraft Cetane Booster & Performance Improver Ford part number / Ford specification or specification PM-22-A (US) PM-22-B (Canada) / - Maintenance and Specifications...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. 1 77 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Scheduled Maintenance... Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance 1 At every oil change ; Inspect front axle and U-joints; Perform multi-point inspection (recommended). by the message Rotate tires3, inspect tire wear and measure tread center depth.
... Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. 1 77 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Scheduled Maintenance... Guide Normal Scheduled Maintenance 1 At every oil change ; Inspect front axle and U-joints; Perform multi-point inspection (recommended). by the message Rotate tires3, inspect tire wear and measure tread center depth.
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...or as indicated by the message center. 4 Replace again at 105000 miles (168000 km), then every 45000 miles (72000 km) thereafter. 78 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles). 1 ... not exceed the designated distance for requirements. 150000 miles (240000 km) Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicle). At 90000 miles Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 5 (144000 km) At 100000 miles Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles. Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles). and frame-mounted fuel filters. 3 ...
...or as indicated by the message center. 4 Replace again at 105000 miles (168000 km), then every 45000 miles (72000 km) thereafter. 78 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles). 1 ... not exceed the designated distance for requirements. 150000 miles (240000 km) Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicle). At 90000 miles Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 5 (144000 km) At 100000 miles Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles. Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles). and frame-mounted fuel filters. 3 ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...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. 84 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) add engine coolant additive, if engine hours required Every 30,000 miles Replace wheel bearing grease and ...grease seals (48,000 km) if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle fluid (if equipped with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. Operating the engine with a (80,000...
...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. 84 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) add engine coolant additive, if engine hours required Every 30,000 miles Replace wheel bearing grease and ...grease seals (48,000 km) if non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle fluid (if equipped with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. Operating the engine with a (80,000...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints Replace engine- some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Inspect front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each leg of the twin tip and the holes under the shield just inboard...km) Replace air inlet foam filter Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are kept clean/clear of the Owner's Guide. 86 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Note: After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 ...
...engine oil and filter Inspect and lubricate U-joints Replace engine- some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Inspect front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each leg of the twin tip and the holes under the shield just inboard...km) Replace air inlet foam filter Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if non-sealed bearings are kept clean/clear of the Owner's Guide. 86 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Scheduled Maintenance Guide Note: After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...During long periods of Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-... a service light ( or ) will set by the engine control system to inform you to bring the vehicle into a dealership for service. 91 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In ) to both cases the engine control system will be set a service light ( inform ...
...During long periods of Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below: Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear axles and power take-off (PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-... a service light ( or ) will set by the engine control system to inform you to bring the vehicle into a dealership for service. 91 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In ) to both cases the engine control system will be set a service light ( inform ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 227 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The numbers ...metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of all federal standards. Tire Replacement Requirements WARNING: ...the driver's seating position), or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If this information is used for safety standard...
... you have questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 227 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The numbers ...metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of all federal standards. Tire Replacement Requirements WARNING: ...the driver's seating position), or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If this information is used for safety standard...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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..."LT" type tires have additional markings, notes or warnings such as two tires (total) on the vehicle). 4. defined as four tires on the rear axle (a total of the driver's door. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of "P" type tires; Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: ... Tire Label which can be set lower than the recommended pressure on the B-Pillar or the edge of six or more tires on the rear axle. 235 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) defined as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Additional information contained ...
..."LT" type tires have additional markings, notes or warnings such as two tires (total) on the vehicle). 4. defined as four tires on the rear axle (a total of the driver's door. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of "P" type tires; Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: ... Tire Label which can be set lower than the recommended pressure on the B-Pillar or the edge of six or more tires on the rear axle. 235 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) defined as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Additional information contained ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...stem on the B-Pillar or the edge of your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) decrease the air ...damage. Turn the ignition off , seek assistance from your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side... heard, the reset procedure was unsuccessful and must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING: Snow...
...stem on the B-Pillar or the edge of your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) decrease the air ...damage. Turn the ignition off , seek assistance from your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side... heard, the reset procedure was unsuccessful and must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. USING SNOW CHAINS WARNING: Snow...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... are shown on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 247 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The total load on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is shown on each axle (front and rear) - Tires, Wheels and Loading GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - GVWR (Gross... edge that meets the door-latch post, next to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). GAWR (Gross...
... are shown on each axle must never exceed the GVWR. 247 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The total load on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - is shown on each axle (front and rear) - Tires, Wheels and Loading GAW (Gross Axle Weight) - GVWR (Gross... edge that meets the door-latch post, next to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by a single axle (front or rear). GAWR (Gross...