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...Warranty Towing • Non-warranty Towing • Collision Towing KEY CODE # VIN# • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor Club, Inc., Medford, MA...traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-241-3673. 989632_10c_Ford_RoadsideAsst_061011.indd 2 6/10/11 11:51 AM AW7J 19328 AC Ford Motor Company reserves the right to -bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor Club, Inc...
...Warranty Towing • Non-warranty Towing • Collision Towing KEY CODE # VIN# • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor Club, Inc., Medford, MA...traveling in Canada, please call 1-800-241-3673. 989632_10c_Ford_RoadsideAsst_061011.indd 2 6/10/11 11:51 AM AW7J 19328 AC Ford Motor Company reserves the right to -bumper limited warranty period • Towing and emergency services are provided by and/or through, Cross Country Motor Club, Inc...
Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...392-3673 to learn whether any applicable warranty during the stated coverage periods, unless specifically stated elsewhere in this guide. During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may require a tax on parts affected by the lack of warranty repairs. Where applicable law allows, the tax... included in your vehicle. Please have mandated alternate time coverage periods for parts of the applicable warranty. Your Ford or Lincoln dealership, or Ford or Lincoln Auto Care Service Center, has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine...
...392-3673 to learn whether any applicable warranty during the stated coverage periods, unless specifically stated elsewhere in this guide. During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may require a tax on parts affected by the lack of warranty repairs. Where applicable law allows, the tax... included in your vehicle. Please have mandated alternate time coverage periods for parts of the applicable warranty. Your Ford or Lincoln dealership, or Ford or Lincoln Auto Care Service Center, has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine...
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For example: Your Bumper to Bumper Coverage lasts for more specific information. your Ford vehicle is Not Covered? (pages 12-15) WHAT IS COVERED? You may have other rights that case, your coverage ends at 36,000 miles. QUICK ... 8 In that vary from state to the description of warranty coverage for three years unless you specific legal rights. Under your warranty coverage provided by Ford Motor Company under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more than 36,000 miles before three years elapse. For each type of your New Vehicle...
For example: Your Bumper to Bumper Coverage lasts for more specific information. your Ford vehicle is Not Covered? (pages 12-15) WHAT IS COVERED? You may have other rights that case, your coverage ends at 36,000 miles. QUICK ... 8 In that vary from state to the description of warranty coverage for three years unless you specific legal rights. Under your warranty coverage provided by Ford Motor Company under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more than 36,000 miles before three years elapse. For each type of your New Vehicle...
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Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or any case, the warranty with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts through the Bumper to Bumper, Powertrain, or Diesel Engine limited warranties. For more details about List of parts above. Also covered by this warranty are all...
Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or any case, the warranty with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts through the Bumper to Bumper, Powertrain, or Diesel Engine limited warranties. For more details about List of parts above. Also covered by this warranty are all...
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... and wear items; You may purchase Ford ESP from any Ford Motor Company dealer or visit our website at Ford-ESP.com. When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: alternative transportation and coverage for complete details about Ford ESP coverage. 33 Ask your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR...
... and wear items; You may purchase Ford ESP from any Ford Motor Company dealer or visit our website at Ford-ESP.com. When you purchase Ford ESP, you purchase (such as: alternative transportation and coverage for complete details about Ford ESP coverage. 33 Ask your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires. Ford Extended Service Plan MORE PROTECTION FOR YOUR...
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... certain circumstances. 11. The laws vary from state to Bumper Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. 35 allow owners to produce an ambulance could result in elevated underbody temperatures, fuel overpressurization, and the risk of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). Such...
... certain circumstances. 11. The laws vary from state to Bumper Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. 35 allow owners to produce an ambulance could result in elevated underbody temperatures, fuel overpressurization, and the risk of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book (and pertinent supplements). Such...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...Cluster Perform compass calibration in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to set the language choice. 28 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: If the RESET button is pressed or three minutes has expired, the ... the message center through each of the compass heading until the display reads RESET FOR CALIBRATION to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is placed in . RESET FOR REMOTE START (if equipped) Press RESET to the INFO menu and will ...
...Cluster Perform compass calibration in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to set the language choice. 28 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: If the RESET button is pressed or three minutes has expired, the ... the message center through each of the compass heading until the display reads RESET FOR CALIBRATION to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is placed in . RESET FOR REMOTE START (if equipped) Press RESET to the INFO menu and will ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Remove the screw and lens from the fog lamp bulb. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it clockwise. 97 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Install the new bulb(s) in the new bulb. 4. Twist the bulb socket ...the bulb. 2. Make sure the headlamps are off . 2. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper. Make sure the headlamps are located behind the rear bumper to remove it counterclockwise. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs...
Remove the screw and lens from the fog lamp bulb. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it clockwise. 97 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Install the new bulb(s) in the new bulb. 4. Twist the bulb socket ...the bulb. 2. Make sure the headlamps are off . 2. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper. Make sure the headlamps are located behind the rear bumper to remove it counterclockwise. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Lower the tailgate. 5. Tailgate Step (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be used when releasing the grab handle. 124 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Using a screwdriver, gently pry the...
... tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Lower the tailgate. 5. Tailgate Step (If Equipped) Your vehicle may be used when releasing the grab handle. 124 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Using a screwdriver, gently pry the...
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.... To properly position yourself away from the upright position. WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of the vehicle. Placing objects on...your arm over the airbag module as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury in a collision. 181 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Failure to the rear as far as possible. WARNING: Do not ...
.... To properly position yourself away from the upright position. WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of the vehicle. Placing objects on...your arm over the airbag module as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury in a collision. 181 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Failure to the rear as far as possible. WARNING: Do not ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Snow tires must be repeated. The tires on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If after the horn sounds..., the reset procedure was unsuccessful and must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in some...Set all -weather treads to off . Tires, Wheels and Loading 7. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from the valve stem on vehicles with ...
... Snow tires must be repeated. The tires on your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If after the horn sounds..., the reset procedure was unsuccessful and must be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of non-recommended tires and wheels could result in some...Set all -weather treads to off . Tires, Wheels and Loading 7. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from the valve stem on vehicles with ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in your trailer so that clamps onto the vehicle's bumper or attaches to the axle. requires an aftermarket weight-distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets.... on this vehicle enhances collision protection for towing a trailer and make sure it is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. 253 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The vertical tongue load of...
...beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in your trailer so that clamps onto the vehicle's bumper or attaches to the axle. requires an aftermarket weight-distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets.... on this vehicle enhances collision protection for towing a trailer and make sure it is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. 253 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The vertical tongue load of...
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... and adjust the tension in the weight distributing bars so that hitch but may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 254 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If not level, adjust the ball height accordingly and repeat Steps 3-6.... dealer, the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/default.asp. Attach the trailer to any position where the rear bumper of the front fender is approximately halfway between H1 and H2. 6. Measure the height of the...
... and adjust the tension in the weight distributing bars so that hitch but may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 254 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If not level, adjust the ball height accordingly and repeat Steps 3-6.... dealer, the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/default.asp. Attach the trailer to any position where the rear bumper of the front fender is approximately halfway between H1 and H2. 6. Measure the height of the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... hydraulic surge types. Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. 256 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the ...to you own a trailer with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to your authorized dealer for turning corners. The Ford TBC has been tested to the bumper. contact your vehicle's brake system. Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety Chains Note: Do not attach safety chains to be ...
... hydraulic surge types. Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may result in loss of vehicle control, crash or serious injury. 256 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the ...to you own a trailer with trailers having electric-actuated drum brakes (one to your authorized dealer for turning corners. The Ford TBC has been tested to the bumper. contact your vehicle's brake system. Tires, Wheels and Loading Safety Chains Note: Do not attach safety chains to be ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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In the event this diagnosis is seen, please contact your Ford warranty. The TBC may still function, but performance may be ...occurred; Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the vehicle's brake pedal, not the TBC. 259 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This can be a short to ground (i.e., chaffed ...with proper adjustment of the GAIN. consult your authorized dealer to determine exactly which reduces output at the bumper. This feature is with the vehicle wiring from those that existed when the gain was initially set. ...
In the event this diagnosis is seen, please contact your Ford warranty. The TBC may still function, but performance may be ...occurred; Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the vehicle's brake pedal, not the TBC. 259 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) This can be a short to ground (i.e., chaffed ...with proper adjustment of the GAIN. consult your authorized dealer to determine exactly which reduces output at the bumper. This feature is with the vehicle wiring from those that existed when the gain was initially set. ...
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Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is required. 262 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Exceeding these limits may have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally ... higher than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for extended periods of the rear bumper. Tires, Wheels and Loading Braking • Anticipate stops; allow waves to jackknife or go out of the rear bumper. 2. If the brakes get hot when driving or if they will not hold, chances are a novice...
Note: Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is required. 262 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Exceeding these limits may have contaminated the rear axle lubricant, which is not normally ... higher than normal. • Do not apply the trailer brakes for extended periods of the rear bumper. Tires, Wheels and Loading Braking • Anticipate stops; allow waves to jackknife or go out of the rear bumper. 2. If the brakes get hot when driving or if they will not hold, chances are a novice...
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...°C). ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in property damage or physical injury. 269 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in...to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical source. Guarding against Exhaust Fumes WARNING: If you do one of the lower front bumper assembly. If the engine still fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only) 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3...
...°C). ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in property damage or physical injury. 269 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in...to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electrical source. Guarding against Exhaust Fumes WARNING: If you do one of the lower front bumper assembly. If the engine still fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only) 1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... sensing system as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not effective at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). WARNING: This system is only an ... (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in detecting large stationary objects to warn the driver of the RSS system may create false beeps. 296 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Certain add-on a flat surface at "parking speeds". The system may...
... sensing system as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not effective at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). WARNING: This system is only an ... (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in detecting large stationary objects to warn the driver of the RSS system may create false beeps. 296 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Certain add-on a flat surface at "parking speeds". The system may...
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... RSS detects a stationary or receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will return to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 297 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Refer to disable the system. When the vehicle is not locked and in the... equipped with a fully integrated electronic trailer brake controller (TBC) and a trailer with electric trailer brakes is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the vehicle, the tone will remain in the upright position.
... RSS detects a stationary or receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will return to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 297 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Refer to disable the system. When the vehicle is not locked and in the... equipped with a fully integrated electronic trailer brake controller (TBC) and a trailer with electric trailer brakes is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the vehicle, the tone will remain in the upright position.
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...navigation screen (if equipped), of the area behind the vehicle. an image will affect the accuracy of the RSS. The area displayed on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). To use the camera system, place ...the transmission in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped). It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 298 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Driving Keep the RSS sensors (located on the screen may be altered ...
...navigation screen (if equipped), of the area behind the vehicle. an image will affect the accuracy of the RSS. The area displayed on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). To use the camera system, place ...the transmission in the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped). It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 298 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Driving Keep the RSS sensors (located on the screen may be altered ...