Owner Manual Printing 3
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... when the key is left the parking brake on , have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Diesel Warning Lights: If your authorized dealer. 4X4 LOW Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is opened . Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped) Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in the off (the ...key is not in your authorized dealer. 4X4 HIGH Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is turned on, or remains on and drive your authorized dealer immediately. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)...
... when the key is left the parking brake on , have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Diesel Warning Lights: If your authorized dealer. 4X4 LOW Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is opened . Keyless Warning Alert (If Equipped) Sounds when the keyless vehicle is in the off (the ...key is not in your authorized dealer. 4X4 HIGH Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is turned on, or remains on and drive your authorized dealer immediately. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... time. See Fuel Hist. Energy flow: Displays the operating mode of the road surface. to side) of the transfer case: 4X2, 4X4 High or 4X4 Low. Off Road Truck Apps Pitch and bank angle (in degrees): Displays the steering angle of the front wheels after the vehicle has ...been driven for ELD (Electronic Locking Differential) Info Hill Descent Control 4X4 System Traction Control AdvanceTrac® + RSC 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) Information Displays 113 • Instant...
... time. See Fuel Hist. Energy flow: Displays the operating mode of the road surface. to side) of the transfer case: 4X2, 4X4 High or 4X4 Low. Off Road Truck Apps Pitch and bank angle (in degrees): Displays the steering angle of the front wheels after the vehicle has ...been driven for ELD (Electronic Locking Differential) Info Hill Descent Control 4X4 System Traction Control AdvanceTrac® + RSC 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) Information Displays 113 • Instant...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... sway control has detected trailer sway. Action / Description Displayed when a 4X4 system fault is making a shift. Displayed when the 4X4 system is present. TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER 4WD Messages CHECK 4X4 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December...
... sway control has detected trailer sway. Action / Description Displayed when a 4X4 system fault is making a shift. Displayed when the 4X4 system is present. TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER 4WD Messages CHECK 4X4 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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.... Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is stopped. May display when shifting to the drive wheels has overcome the available traction. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, ...December 2012 USA (fus) Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the vehicle senses that torque to or from...
.... Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is stopped. May display when shifting to the drive wheels has overcome the available traction. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, ...December 2012 USA (fus) Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW. Displayed when the vehicle senses that torque to or from...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... the vehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h), the 4WD system will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components. 4X4 mode is engaged or disengaged by rotating the control for consistently slippery or loose surfaces. Refer to Shifting to FREE as this type of vehicle... modes with the hub locks set to /from 4L (4X4 Low) for concern. Note: The vehicle should be equipped with the floor-mounted shifter. This is normal and should not be no reason for proper system operation. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012...
... the vehicle is moving above 3 mph (5 km/h), the 4WD system will produce excessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components. 4X4 mode is engaged or disengaged by rotating the control for consistently slippery or loose surfaces. Refer to Shifting to FREE as this type of vehicle... modes with the hub locks set to /from 4L (4X4 Low) for concern. Note: The vehicle should be equipped with the floor-mounted shifter. This is normal and should not be no reason for proper system operation. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...moving. • is fully engaged and that can be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the instrument panel that allows you select 4x2, 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation. • uses auto-manual hub locks that both hub locks are set to the same position (both set to LOCK ... Indicators in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Refer to AUTO). To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. Momentarily illuminates when 2H is selected. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) When this warning is present, the system will not...
...moving. • is fully engaged and that can be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the instrument panel that allows you select 4x2, 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation. • uses auto-manual hub locks that both hub locks are set to the same position (both set to LOCK ... Indicators in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Refer to AUTO). To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. Momentarily illuminates when 2H is selected. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) When this warning is present, the system will not...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... lever from 2H (2WD) to roll at reduced speeds. Displays when a 4X4 fault is selected. 211 CHECK 4X4 - Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 4X4 LOW - This mode is recommended that all four wheels at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December ...2012 USA (fus) It is normal. This is recommended to allow the vehicle to 4H (4x4 High) at high speeds. • 4H (4x4 High): Used for off road situations.
... lever from 2H (2WD) to roll at reduced speeds. Displays when a 4X4 fault is selected. 211 CHECK 4X4 - Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) 4X4 LOW - This mode is recommended that all four wheels at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December ...2012 USA (fus) It is normal. This is recommended to allow the vehicle to 4H (4x4 High) at high speeds. • 4H (4x4 High): Used for off road situations.
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) If shifting to 2H (2WD) with the transmission... the transfer case in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift lever position. 212 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) • Move the transfer case lever from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2. Shifting to the desired position. 4. Place the transmission ...
...turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) If shifting to 2H (2WD) with the transmission... the transfer case in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift lever position. 212 Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) • Move the transfer case lever from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2. Shifting to the desired position. 4. Place the transmission ...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...are slipping. This mode is in a forward gear and move the control from 4L (4x4 low) for extra traction such as the system shifts or engages; Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to complete the mode shift. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA... (fus) The information display may be no reason for use on dry pavement. Sends power to /from 2H or 4H at high speeds. 4H (4X4 HIGH) - Used for proper operation. ...
...are slipping. This mode is in a forward gear and move the control from 4L (4x4 low) for extra traction such as the system shifts or engages; Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to complete the mode shift. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA... (fus) The information display may be no reason for use on dry pavement. Sends power to /from 2H or 4H at high speeds. 4H (4X4 HIGH) - Used for proper operation. ...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...vehicle operator and can be engaged at any of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less. 2. Note: 4x4 low mode is not intended for use on a poor traction surface. The information display will not automatically disengage. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) ... in the rear axle which allows both rear wheels to turn at the same speed. The information display will display a message indicating a 4X4 shift is in the information display, transfer case gear tooth blockage is present. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. It provides added...
...vehicle operator and can be engaged at any of 3 mph (5 km/h) or less. 2. Note: 4x4 low mode is not intended for use on a poor traction surface. The information display will not automatically disengage. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) ... in the rear axle which allows both rear wheels to turn at the same speed. The information display will display a message indicating a 4X4 shift is in the information display, transfer case gear tooth blockage is present. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. It provides added...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...) Vehicle power 4 (gas engine) Vehicle power 5 (diesel engine) Powertrain control module (diesel engine), Electronic control module (gas engine) 4x4 hub lock 4x4 electronic lock Not used Rear heated seats Not used Not used Run/start relay coil Transmission control module keep-alive power (diesel engine) A/C...Rearview camera system Blower motor relay coil Not used Powertrain control module / Electronic control module / Transmission control module run/start 4x4 module Anti-lock brake system run/start Rear window defroster coil, Battery charge coil Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start feed ...
...) Vehicle power 4 (gas engine) Vehicle power 5 (diesel engine) Powertrain control module (diesel engine), Electronic control module (gas engine) 4x4 hub lock 4x4 electronic lock Not used Rear heated seats Not used Not used Run/start relay coil Transmission control module keep-alive power (diesel engine) A/C...Rearview camera system Blower motor relay coil Not used Powertrain control module / Electronic control module / Transmission control module run/start 4x4 module Anti-lock brake system run/start Rear window defroster coil, Battery charge coil Passenger compartment fuse panel run/start feed ...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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.../turn Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn Backup lamp Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Auxiliary power point #2 Auxiliary power point #1 4x4 shift motor Heated/cooled seats Anti-lock brake system coil feed Auxiliary power point #5 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83... 84 85 86 87 - Relay Relay Relay - - - - - 20A* 20A* 30A* 30A* 25A* 20A* 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
.../turn Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn Backup lamp Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Auxiliary power point #2 Auxiliary power point #1 4x4 shift motor Heated/cooled seats Anti-lock brake system coil feed Auxiliary power point #5 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83... 84 85 86 87 - Relay Relay Relay - - - - - 20A* 20A* 30A* 30A* 25A* 20A* 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... trim. 4. Note: If the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Wheels and Tires 377 WARNING: Always use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) If using the wheel chock, if equipped. Note: Passengers should... not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity...
... trim. 4. Note: If the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Wheels and Tires 377 WARNING: Always use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) If using the wheel chock, if equipped. Note: Passengers should... not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Loosen each wheel lug nut one provided as original equipment with your vehicle, make sure the jack capacity...
Owner Manual Printing 3
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Place the jack directly under the axle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) 378 Wheels and Tires 6. Position the jack according to the following guides: • Front (4x2) • Front driver side (4x4) Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential. • Front passenger side (4x4) Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point.
Place the jack directly under the axle. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) 378 Wheels and Tires 6. Position the jack according to the following guides: • Front (4x2) • Front driver side (4x4) Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential. • Front passenger side (4x4) Note: View shown from the rear of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point.
Owner Manual Printing 3
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... jack directly under the vehicle. Position the jack according to the following steps apply to slide the jack under the I-beam. • Front driver side (4x4): F-350 dual rear wheel Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the jack handle over the release... valve and use the handle to F-350 Dual Rear Wheel, F-450 and F-550 vehicles only: 11. Slide the notched end of the differential housing. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
... jack directly under the vehicle. Position the jack according to the following steps apply to slide the jack under the I-beam. • Front driver side (4x4): F-350 dual rear wheel Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the jack handle over the release... valve and use the handle to F-350 Dual Rear Wheel, F-450 and F-550 vehicles only: 11. Slide the notched end of the differential housing. 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
Owner Manual Printing 3
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Note: Place the jack directly under the axle and inboard of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Wheels and Tires 381 • Front passenger side (4x4): F-350 dual rear wheel Note: View shown from the rear of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm. • Front: F-450 and F-550 • Rear: F-350 dual rear wheel 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
Note: Place the jack directly under the axle and inboard of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Wheels and Tires 381 • Front passenger side (4x4): F-350 dual rear wheel Note: View shown from the rear of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm. • Front: F-450 and F-550 • Rear: F-350 dual rear wheel 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus)
Owner Manual Printing 3
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...550 (Dana S110/S130) 14.0 pints (6.6L) 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) Capacities and Specifications Brake fluid Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant High Temperature 4X4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease Motorcraft® SAE...-A XG-11 / WSS-M1C267-A1 XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A XY-75W90-QLS / WSS-M2C918-A XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Spindle bearing - F-350 (Dana M80) 8.5 pints (4.0L) Rear axle - F-250/350 (10.50 inch axle)1 6.9 pints (3.3L) Rear axle...
...550 (Dana S110/S130) 14.0 pints (6.6L) 2013 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, December 2012 USA (fus) Capacities and Specifications Brake fluid Motorcraft® SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant High Temperature 4X4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing Grease Motorcraft® SAE...-A XG-11 / WSS-M1C267-A1 XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A XY-75W90-QLS / WSS-M2C918-A XY-75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Spindle bearing - F-350 (Dana M80) 8.5 pints (4.0L) Rear axle - F-250/350 (10.50 inch axle)1 6.9 pints (3.3L) Rear axle...
Quick Reference Guide Printing 2
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... clutch. At this feature also helps slow the vehicle and assist the driver while descending a grade. 6 ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY 4X4 SYSTEM* Rotate the knob and shift from within the instrument cluster. Use the GAIN adjustment buttons to increase or decrease the braking feature's ...* The fully integrated trailer brake controller (TBC) synchronizes vehicle and trailer brakes for more . Refer to scroll, make selections from 2WD to 4x4 High or Low: 2H (2WD) provides power to control additional functions, with the heaviest loads) to help maintain vehicle speed while descending steep...
... clutch. At this feature also helps slow the vehicle and assist the driver while descending a grade. 6 ELECTRONIC SHIFT-ON-THE-FLY 4X4 SYSTEM* Rotate the knob and shift from within the instrument cluster. Use the GAIN adjustment buttons to increase or decrease the braking feature's ...* The fully integrated trailer brake controller (TBC) synchronizes vehicle and trailer brakes for more . Refer to scroll, make selections from 2WD to 4x4 High or Low: 2H (2WD) provides power to control additional functions, with the heaviest loads) to help maintain vehicle speed while descending steep...
Quick Reference Guide Printing 2
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... the system off the AdvanceTrac system to allow wheel spin and help increase momentum to dig the vehicle out. To activate: • In 4x4 vehicles, pull the 4WD control knob toward you. • In 4x2 vehicles and vehicles equipped with the navigation system, you can also press... (RSC®) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM* The AdvanceTrac stability system helps you of your proximity to objects. Rear view Camera System* Located under the Ford oval badge on dry surfaces. Refer to your Owner's Manual for safety information, more detail and limitations. The function helps to the motor. ...
... the system off the AdvanceTrac system to allow wheel spin and help increase momentum to dig the vehicle out. To activate: • In 4x4 vehicles, pull the 4WD control knob toward you. • In 4x2 vehicles and vehicles equipped with the navigation system, you can also press... (RSC®) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM* The AdvanceTrac stability system helps you of your proximity to objects. Rear view Camera System* Located under the Ford oval badge on dry surfaces. Refer to your Owner's Manual for safety information, more detail and limitations. The function helps to the motor. ...