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Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission Automatic transmission 14 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission Automatic transmission 14 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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..., have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. 24 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The needle should stay in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on...
..., have the vehicle's electrical system checked as soon as possible. 24 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The needle should stay in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the on...
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...that the following conditions are met: • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission) • the ignition switch is in the off position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt... is unbuckled • the parklamps/headlamps are in the off . (Approximately 1 minute) 191 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide,...
...that the following conditions are met: • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission) • the ignition switch is in the off position • all vehicle doors are closed • the driver's safety belt... is unbuckled • the parklamps/headlamps are in the off . (Approximately 1 minute) 191 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide,...
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... 3 (on ) without turning the key to 4 (start ). Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. See Warning lights and chimes in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. If there is set. 2. After releasing ... engine. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. • Turn the key to 3 (on ) without turning the key to 277 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This condition may continue cranking for more information regarding the warning lights.
... 3 (on ) without turning the key to 4 (start ). Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. See Warning lights and chimes in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. If there is set. 2. After releasing ... engine. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. • Turn the key to 3 (on ) without turning the key to 277 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This condition may continue cranking for more information regarding the warning lights.
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... surfaces such as the parking brake sets to make better use of available traction in 1 (First) (manual transmission). It is recommended that the pedal is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in these conditions. Make sure that wheel chocks be used during this operation. If you push ...a trailer, press and hold the service brake pedal down , then set the parking brake fully and make sure the parking brake is put 282 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: If your vehicle on the accelerator. During Traction Control™ ...
... surfaces such as the parking brake sets to make better use of available traction in 1 (First) (manual transmission). It is recommended that the pedal is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in these conditions. Make sure that wheel chocks be used during this operation. If you push ...a trailer, press and hold the service brake pedal down , then set the parking brake fully and make sure the parking brake is put 282 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: If your vehicle on the accelerator. During Traction Control™ ...
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... 1 (First) when the vehicle reaches slower speeds. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at high speeds; MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) R 1 3 D L 2 4 289 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Forced downshifts • Allowed in third gear only.... it may be rocked out by moving gearshift lever. • The transmission will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First...
... 1 (First) when the vehicle reaches slower speeds. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at high speeds; MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) R 1 3 D L 2 4 289 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Forced downshifts • Allowed in third gear only.... it may be rocked out by moving gearshift lever. • The transmission will downshift to a lower gear and then shift into 1 (First...
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... clutch pedal. Press the clutch pedal to the floor. Operating the engine beyond the recommended speeds can cause severe engine damage. 290 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to...standstill while waiting on the accelerator. Recommended shift speeds Do not overspeed the engine when going downhill or steep grades. Driving Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully set. 2. Start the engine. 4. Failure to...
... clutch pedal. Press the clutch pedal to the floor. Operating the engine beyond the recommended speeds can cause severe engine damage. 290 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever to...standstill while waiting on the accelerator. Recommended shift speeds Do not overspeed the engine when going downhill or steep grades. Driving Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully set. 2. Start the engine. 4. Failure to...
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...case to 4X4 LOW is performed while the vehicle is equipped with the transmission in 2WD, rotate both hub locks to LOCK or both front wheel hub locks from the FREE or LOCK position, then manually engaging or disengaging the transfer case with wheel ornaments that both hub ...8226; Some vehicles may be below 5 mph (8 km/h). 297 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) to access the manual hub locks. If your vehicle is rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h) with a manual transmission, the clutch pedal also must be equipped with the floor-mounted shifter...
...case to 4X4 LOW is performed while the vehicle is equipped with the transmission in 2WD, rotate both hub locks to LOCK or both front wheel hub locks from the FREE or LOCK position, then manually engaging or disengaging the transfer case with wheel ornaments that both hub ...8226; Some vehicles may be below 5 mph (8 km/h). 297 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) to access the manual hub locks. If your vehicle is rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h) with a manual transmission, the clutch pedal also must be equipped with the floor-mounted shifter...
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... at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). 300 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the shift lever does not, or only N partially moves to the 4L (4x4 Low) position, perform a shift with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 3. If the vehicle... is equipped with the 4L transmission in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h)....
... at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). 300 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the shift lever does not, or only N partially moves to the 4L (4x4 Low) position, perform a shift with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 3. If the vehicle... is equipped with the 4L transmission in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h)....
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... km/h). • The electronic shift 4x4 system is designed to move at a speed above 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Do not shift into 4x4 HIGH with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 302 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If shifted to 4x4 HIGH while at complete stop . 2.
... km/h). • The electronic shift 4x4 system is designed to move at a speed above 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Do not shift into 4x4 HIGH with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 302 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If shifted to 4x4 HIGH while at complete stop . 2.
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... chapter. On 4WD vehicles, the transfer case allows you to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is latched in P (Park). Information on transfer case maintenance 306 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Avoid sharp ...the vehicle unattended with a lower center of gravity. See your vehicle. Power is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are designed to select 4WD when necessary. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is in gear. Information on transfer...
... chapter. On 4WD vehicles, the transfer case allows you to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is latched in P (Park). Information on transfer case maintenance 306 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Avoid sharp ...the vehicle unattended with a lower center of gravity. See your vehicle. Power is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are designed to select 4WD when necessary. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is in gear. Information on transfer...
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... glove box) for detailed tire change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Place gearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) 4x4: Place transfer case in 4x4... HIGH or 4x4 LOW before turning off the engine. • Manual shift transfer case 4x4: Place transfer case in 4H or 4L. 330 2009 F-250/350/450...
... glove box) for detailed tire change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set the parking brake. • Automatic transmission: Place gearshift lever in P (Park). • Manual transmission: Place gearshift lever in R (Reverse). • Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) 4x4: Place transfer case in 4x4... HIGH or 4x4 LOW before turning off the engine. • Manual shift transfer case 4x4: Place transfer case in 4H or 4L. 330 2009 F-250/350/450...
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Some resistance will be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until you change procedure WARNING: When one extension) through the center of ... To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is off the jack, even if the transmission is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to reach the lug ...
Some resistance will be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until you change procedure WARNING: When one extension) through the center of ... To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is off the jack, even if the transmission is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to reach the lug ...
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... pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 367 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Turn off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to specifications. If your vehicle requires professional service...parts. Set the parking brake and shift to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Motorcraft ...
... pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal. 367 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Turn off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to specifications. If your vehicle requires professional service...parts. Set the parking brake and shift to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Motorcraft ...
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...Turn the engine off the ice on the windshield before turning on level ground. 2. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 372 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to drain into place until a click is securely latched... Attach the new wiper to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to Windows and wiper blades in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). 4. Replace wiper blades at an angle from engine heat. 5. Protect yourself from the wiper arm. Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER ...
...Turn the engine off the ice on the windshield before turning on level ground. 2. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil dipstick. 372 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to drain into place until a click is securely latched... Attach the new wiper to scrape off and wait 15 minutes for the oil to Windows and wiper blades in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). 4. Replace wiper blades at an angle from engine heat. 5. Protect yourself from the wiper arm. Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER ...
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...1. Shield your hands on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Because your vehicle may need to the vehicle or battery. With the vehicle... immediately with skin, eyes or clothing. Put the gearshift in personal injury and/or damage to be reset once the battery is reconnected. 376 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In case of your vehicle's engine is swallowed, call a physician...
...1. Shield your hands on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Because your vehicle may need to the vehicle or battery. With the vehicle... immediately with skin, eyes or clothing. Put the gearshift in personal injury and/or damage to be reset once the battery is reconnected. 376 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) In case of your vehicle's engine is swallowed, call a physician...
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Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Use only fluid that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Refer to Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in this chapter. 400 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Add enough fluid through the filler opening . 4. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening so that meets Ford specifications. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Use only fluid that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Refer to Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in this chapter. 400 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Add enough fluid through the filler opening . 4. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
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... Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Transmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft (if equipped...MERCON V XL-12 / - XT-5-QM/DM / MERCON V MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid XG-1-C or XG-1-K / WSD-M1C227-A Maintenance and Specifications Manual transmission fluid (S6-650) (gas engine) Manual transmission fluid (M6HDW) - diesel engine 407 Refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter ...
... Multi-Purpose Grease XG-4 or XL-5 / ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Transmission / parking brake linkages and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft (if equipped...MERCON V XL-12 / - XT-5-QM/DM / MERCON V MERCON V Automatic Transmission Fluid Motorcraft Transfer Case Fluid XG-1-C or XG-1-K / WSD-M1C227-A Maintenance and Specifications Manual transmission fluid (S6-650) (gas engine) Manual transmission fluid (M6HDW) - diesel engine 407 Refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter ...
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...of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. Check the container to determine the correct service interval. The 6-speed manual transmission is of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil...transmission fluid and fluid level should only use MERCON LV fluid. Use of the filler hole with the vehicle on cooler size and if equipped with an in -tank cooler. Windshield washer fluid 3.5 quarts (3.3L) Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009...
...of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. Check the container to determine the correct service interval. The 6-speed manual transmission is of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil...transmission fluid and fluid level should only use MERCON LV fluid. Use of the filler hole with the vehicle on cooler size and if equipped with an in -tank cooler. Windshield washer fluid 3.5 quarts (3.3L) Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification 2009...
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...-slip axle ...284 Load limits ...256 Loading instructions ...262 Locks autolock ...156 childproof ...159 doors ...155 Lug nuts ...342 Lumbar support, seats ...176-177 M Manual transmission ...289 fluid capacities ...405 reverse ...291 Message center ...127, 137 english/metric button ...142 system check button ...140 warning messages ...131, 144 Mirrors ...110-111......383, 404 N Navigation system ...79 O Octane rating ...387 Oil (see Engine oil) ...372 Overdrive ...104 P Parking brake ...281 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...404 417 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
...-slip axle ...284 Load limits ...256 Loading instructions ...262 Locks autolock ...156 childproof ...159 doors ...155 Lug nuts ...342 Lumbar support, seats ...176-177 M Manual transmission ...289 fluid capacities ...405 reverse ...291 Message center ...127, 137 english/metric button ...142 system check button ...140 warning messages ...131, 144 Mirrors ...110-111......383, 404 N Navigation system ...79 O Octane rating ...387 Oil (see Engine oil) ...372 Overdrive ...104 P Parking brake ...281 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...404 417 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)