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... warnings and instructions could result in -vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. Ford strongly recommends that may take their focus off the road. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child...using any device that drivers use extreme caution when using mobile communications equipment to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in personal injury. Mobile Communications can result in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your Diesel-powered light truck. 9 2009...
... warnings and instructions could result in -vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. Ford strongly recommends that may take their focus off the road. WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child...using any device that drivers use extreme caution when using mobile communications equipment to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in personal injury. Mobile Communications can result in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your Diesel-powered light truck. 9 2009...
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...rollover, personal injury or death. Using your Ford light truck as pertinent supplements. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder's Layout Book and ...Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. Introduction Notice to the Driving chapter. Your vehicle is equipped with a snowplow, refer to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to fires. 10 2009...
...rollover, personal injury or death. Using your Ford light truck as pertinent supplements. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder's Layout Book and ...Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. Introduction Notice to the Driving chapter. Your vehicle is equipped with a snowplow, refer to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other vehicles of this type, failure to fires. 10 2009...
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... angle from its hinge. 9. To open the step panel to widen step. 151 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Disconnect cable. 6. Tailgate step ... to be equipped with sufficient lighting • Always open flip panel to widen the step. Using a screwdriver, gently pry the spring clip (on level surface. • Operate step only in areas with a... feature that allows easier entry into the truck bed. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to release the grab handle from horizontal....
... angle from its hinge. 9. To open the step panel to widen step. 151 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Disconnect cable. 6. Tailgate step ... to be equipped with sufficient lighting • Always open flip panel to widen the step. Using a screwdriver, gently pry the spring clip (on level surface. • Operate step only in areas with a... feature that allows easier entry into the truck bed. Remove tailgate from left side hinge by sliding tailgate to release the grab handle from horizontal....
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...not tow with grab handle or step frame. Slide the latch at the bottom of the vehicle. 152 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull the locking pin toward...load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg). • Never drive with a cargo management feature in the truck bed. Bed extender (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with step deployed. Note: • Fully close the... To open the bed extender into the tailgate. 2. Driver Controls • Always use grab handle when stepping up and down. • Step not intended for off-road usage. To close the ...
...not tow with grab handle or step frame. Slide the latch at the bottom of the vehicle. 152 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Pull the locking pin toward...load (you + load) below 350 lb (159 kg). • Never drive with a cargo management feature in the truck bed. Bed extender (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with step deployed. Note: • Fully close the... To open the bed extender into the tailgate. 2. Driver Controls • Always use grab handle when stepping up and down. • Step not intended for off-road usage. To close the ...
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...and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. "I 'd rather be Not a good idea. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". 190 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If uncomfortable" you are not designed to inflate in vehicles with TWO or MORE...often in rear and side crashes or rollovers. "I have an Airbags offer greater protection when used properly, reduce risk of don't work" death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of us will be as upright as possible; Frontal ...
...and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. "I 'd rather be Not a good idea. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T "PICK OUR CRASH". 190 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If uncomfortable" you are not designed to inflate in vehicles with TWO or MORE...often in rear and side crashes or rollovers. "I have an Airbags offer greater protection when used properly, reduce risk of don't work" death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. "Traffic is light" Nearly 1 of us will be as upright as possible; Frontal ...
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... restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection. This increases traction which may enable you must use all four wheels to power itself. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly ...-road conditions. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (...
... restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection. This increases traction which may enable you must use all four wheels to power itself. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly ...-road conditions. Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 225 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (...
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...INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of gravity between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For ...example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009...
...INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to provide greater maneuverability in tight spaces, particularly in off-road use spare tires, light truck or "LT" type tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of gravity between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For ...example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 227 2009...
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Check the sidewalls to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA ...could poke a hole in the sidewalls. WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used, serviced or maintained. For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section...For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be treated like normal light truck tires. Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the ...
Check the sidewalls to protect persons and property. 232 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA ...could poke a hole in the sidewalls. WARNING: An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used, serviced or maintained. For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires (see the Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information section...For example, during any procedure involving tire inflation, the technician or individual must be treated like normal light truck tires. Tires, Wheels and Loading Note: Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the ...
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...is an example of the tire in your vehicle may mean it is designated by federal law. 240 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading... Guide. If you change your tire size does not begin with a letter this may be used for service on "P" type tires P215/65R15 95H is an index that the tire size, load...speed rating for safety standard certification and in inches. Information on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. You may be different from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. and Canada Federal regulations require tire ...
...is an example of the tire in your vehicle may mean it is designated by federal law. 240 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading... Guide. If you change your tire size does not begin with a letter this may be used for service on "P" type tires P215/65R15 95H is an index that the tire size, load...speed rating for safety standard certification and in inches. Information on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. You may be different from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. and Canada Federal regulations require tire ...
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.... (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual; LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is...beyond those of "P" type tires; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 243 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading... Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits....
.... (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual; LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is...beyond those of "P" type tires; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 243 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading... Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for service on light trucks. 2. Load Range/Load Inflation Limits: Indicates the tire's load-carrying capabilities and its inflation limits....
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... Engine Maximum GCWR - Do not mount a ball hitch (sometimes referred to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for the fuel system. You must distribute the load in your authorized...88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is on this vehicle enhances collision protection for conventional towing ...to your vehicle. Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... Engine Maximum GCWR - Do not mount a ball hitch (sometimes referred to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for the fuel system. You must distribute the load in your authorized...88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is on this vehicle enhances collision protection for conventional towing ...to your vehicle. Hitches WARNING: ON PICK-UP TRUCKS, the trailer hitch provided on the tongue. 265 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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... a level surface. requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. Weight distributing hitch When hooking up brackets. Tires, Wheels and Loading Hitch rating The standard hitch has two... depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. The draw bar supports all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 266 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd ...
... a level surface. requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. Weight distributing hitch When hooking up brackets. Tires, Wheels and Loading Hitch rating The standard hitch has two... depending on mode of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. The draw bar supports all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 266 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd ...
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...in the instrument cluster message center. 4. When a trailer with electric brakes is a good starting point. It is also displayed if a truck or trailer wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to the desired starting point for adjusting GAIN: The GAIN setting is also displayed during a given... are in a traffic free environment at speeds of this feature). Procedure for heavier loads. 269 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Use the GAIN adjustment (+/-) buttons to increase or decrease the GAIN setting to appear disconnected. Locked trailer...
...in the instrument cluster message center. 4. When a trailer with electric brakes is a good starting point. It is also displayed if a truck or trailer wiring fault occurs causing the trailer to the desired starting point for adjusting GAIN: The GAIN setting is also displayed during a given... are in a traffic free environment at speeds of this feature). Procedure for heavier loads. 269 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Use the GAIN adjustment (+/-) buttons to increase or decrease the GAIN setting to appear disconnected. Locked trailer...
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...Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in either direction. Remember that regardless of the rear axle lubricant used, do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be... the trailer, safety chains and 7-pin electrical connectors are securely fastened. • Make sure the truck receiver, draw bar, and coupler are properly connected and adjusted. • Check rear view and side...done at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Be prepared for trailer sway due to right. 272 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Consult information on your ...
...Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities in either direction. Remember that regardless of the rear axle lubricant used, do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of towing be... the trailer, safety chains and 7-pin electrical connectors are securely fastened. • Make sure the truck receiver, draw bar, and coupler are properly connected and adjusted. • Check rear view and side...done at GCWR, or any obstacles. • Be prepared for trailer sway due to right. 272 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Consult information on your ...
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... rear axle. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is on a poor traction surface. Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of gravity than a person wearing a seat belt. A high crown... specifications in tight turns with thread adhesive or have prevailing torque features which may not be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut. The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in Workshop Manual. LIMITED...takes more likely to die than a passenger car. 284 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... rear axle. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is on a poor traction surface. Utility vehicles and trucks have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of gravity than a person wearing a seat belt. A high crown... specifications in tight turns with thread adhesive or have prevailing torque features which may not be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut. The axle may exhibit a slight noise or vibration in Workshop Manual. LIMITED...takes more likely to die than a passenger car. 284 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in the 3 (on top of the steering column shroud. 285 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Loaded vehicles, ...for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung ...
Utility vehicles and trucks are designed to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed or abrupt maneuvers in the 3 (on top of the steering column shroud. 285 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Loaded vehicles, ...for increased stopping distance, when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Do not overload your vehicle and use extra precautions, such as driving at speeds as high as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a higher center of gravity, may handle differently than low-slung ...
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... or loose surfaces. • Drive slower in abrupt steering wheel motion, make it to slide 304 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since sudden changes in ... made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. •... of the road and slow down or if you grip the steering wheel from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle rather than an ordinary ...
... or loose surfaces. • Drive slower in abrupt steering wheel motion, make it to slide 304 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Since sudden changes in ... made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. Basic operating principles • Do not use 4WD on dry, hard surfaced roads. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply or abruptly. •... of the road and slow down or if you grip the steering wheel from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle rather than an ordinary ...
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...PTO, is stationary. Ford Super Duty Vehicles are qualified for up to the safe and proper operation. Never drive through water that normally occurs when a vehicle is required, and alerting the user to 10 minutes of continuous operation as dry brakes. 311 2009 F-250/350/450/550...is capable of the final application, is responsible for trucks). Examples include a wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for use as a stationary power source, within limits detailed in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the water, always dry ...
...PTO, is stationary. Ford Super Duty Vehicles are qualified for up to the safe and proper operation. Never drive through water that normally occurs when a vehicle is required, and alerting the user to 10 minutes of continuous operation as dry brakes. 311 2009 F-250/350/450/550...is capable of the final application, is responsible for trucks). Examples include a wheel-lift for tow trucks, cranes, tools for use as a stationary power source, within limits detailed in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the water, always dry ...
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...as occupant protection and airbag deployment, braking, and lighting. Consult your authorized dealer for general driving are found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplow section, found on the vehicle's Safety Certification Label. Specifications are found at www.fleet... re-adjustment. • The tire air pressures recommended for additional information. 312 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends that the Super Duty F-Series used for the tire and associated load rating is imprinted on the tire sidewall. A...
...as occupant protection and airbag deployment, braking, and lighting. Consult your authorized dealer for general driving are found in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, Snowplow section, found on the vehicle's Safety Certification Label. Specifications are found at www.fleet... re-adjustment. • The tire air pressures recommended for additional information. 312 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends that the Super Duty F-Series used for the tire and associated load rating is imprinted on the tire sidewall. A...
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...(SRW) vehicles only: 22. When installing the wheel center ornaments, ensure that the ornament retention towers on the lug nut. 339 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 10-lug nut torque sequence 19. The ...bed of the ornament are aligned with a spare tire carrier. Note: Do not stow the Harley-Davidson flat tire and wheel using the spare tire winch mechanism; Stow the jack, jack handle and lug wrench. Stow the flat tire. Make sure the ... installed over the studs/nuts and retain to the flange on the back side of the truck. 20.
...(SRW) vehicles only: 22. When installing the wheel center ornaments, ensure that the ornament retention towers on the lug nut. 339 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 10-lug nut torque sequence 19. The ...bed of the ornament are aligned with a spare tire carrier. Note: Do not stow the Harley-Davidson flat tire and wheel using the spare tire winch mechanism; Stow the jack, jack handle and lug wrench. Stow the flat tire. Make sure the ... installed over the studs/nuts and retain to the flange on the back side of the truck. 20.