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Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company 3 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 350 356 356 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance... and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Copyright © 2009 Ford Motor Company 3 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 350 356 356 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Maintenance... and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
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... . Try not to Trailer towing in oils since these additives may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. SPECIAL NOTICES New...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. For more information on oil usage. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Introduction PERCHLORATE MATERIAL ... to drive continuously at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. Drive your Owner's Guide. 6 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... . Try not to Trailer towing in oils since these additives may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. SPECIAL NOTICES New...the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. For more information on oil usage. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Introduction PERCHLORATE MATERIAL ... to drive continuously at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. Drive your Owner's Guide. 6 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 13 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Service Engine Soon Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 13 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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...first turned to on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be a malfunction with the electrical system or a related component. 17 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) For more information on while the engine is running, there may be ... when ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Low tire pressure warning (if equipped): Illuminates when your authorized dealer as soon as possible....
...first turned to on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be a malfunction with the electrical system or a related component. 17 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) For more information on while the engine is running, there may be ... when ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Low tire pressure warning (if equipped): Illuminates when your authorized dealer as soon as possible....
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... Message center activation chime: Sounds when some unique warning lights; Diesel warning lights: • Glow plug pre-heat • Water in fuel • Low oil pressure Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off after the parking brake is equipped with... messages appears in the message center display for detailed information on , the ignition is off (the key is not in the supplemental restraint system 20 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Airbag secondary warning chime: Sounds to signal a turn and not turned ...
... Message center activation chime: Sounds when some unique warning lights; Diesel warning lights: • Glow plug pre-heat • Water in fuel • Low oil pressure Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off after the parking brake is equipped with... messages appears in the message center display for detailed information on , the ignition is off (the key is not in the supplemental restraint system 20 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Airbag secondary warning chime: Sounds to signal a turn and not turned ...
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... the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is correct, 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) If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer. Refer to Filling the tank in the normal operating range (between "L" and "H"). Add oil if needed. ...
... the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is correct, 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) If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer. Refer to Filling the tank in the normal operating range (between "L" and "H"). Add oil if needed. ...
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The oil from the top, side and bottom front of children's reach. Disconnect the electrical connector by squeezing the release tab and pushing the connector forward and ... the headlamps are operated. Remove the four bolts from your hand could cause the bulb to fender. 4. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 97 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Remove the bulb assembly by its plastic base and do not touch the glass...
The oil from the top, side and bottom front of children's reach. Disconnect the electrical connector by squeezing the release tab and pushing the connector forward and ... the headlamps are operated. Remove the four bolts from your hand could cause the bulb to fender. 4. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. 97 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Remove the bulb assembly by its plastic base and do not touch the glass...
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... system to 100% after each oil change back to English. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button for the following : 1. Each release and press will be displayed to change is required whenever indicated by 10%. 129 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide..., 3rd Printing USA (fus) Oil life is set to display "OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW". 2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button to change (...
... system to 100% after each oil change back to English. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button for the following : 1. Each release and press will be displayed to change is required whenever indicated by 10%. 129 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide..., 3rd Printing USA (fus) Oil life is set to display "OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW". 2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET button to change (...
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CHARGING SYSTEM 130 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Language Note: When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has been selected, "... this function from English to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. The sequence of the systems being monitored. Driver Controls Units (English/Metric) 1. OIL LIFE 2. Select this function from the SETUP MENU for more than four seconds to return to be displayed. 2. Press the SELECT/RESET button for the...
CHARGING SYSTEM 130 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Language Note: When entering the SETUP MENU and a non-English language has been selected, "... this function from English to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. The sequence of the systems being monitored. Driver Controls Units (English/Metric) 1. OIL LIFE 2. Select this function from the SETUP MENU for more than four seconds to return to be displayed. 2. Press the SELECT/RESET button for the...
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DOOR AJAR 7. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each one for two seconds and release. Driver Controls 5. TBC GAIN = XX.X OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) 10. Press and hold the RESET control for four seconds. 131 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) Each release and press will cycle the display to the recommended maintenance schedule. Oil life is set to 100% and "OIL LIFE SET TO 100%" is required whenever indicated...
DOOR AJAR 7. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each one for two seconds and release. Driver Controls 5. TBC GAIN = XX.X OUTPUT = ////// (if equipped and trailer connected) 10. Press and hold the RESET control for four seconds. 131 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) Each release and press will cycle the display to the recommended maintenance schedule. Oil life is set to 100% and "OIL LIFE SET TO 100%" is required whenever indicated...
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... only) Drive to clean exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Cleaning exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Exhaust filter drive complete (diesel engine only) Oil life change soon (gas engine only) Oil change required (gas engine only) Status PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the parking brake is not completely closed. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed... AJAR - Displayed when the passenger's door is not completely closed . REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR - Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed . 133 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... only) Drive to clean exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Cleaning exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Exhaust filter drive complete (diesel engine only) Oil life change soon (gas engine only) Oil change required (gas engine only) Status PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the parking brake is not completely closed. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM - Displayed... AJAR - Displayed when the passenger's door is not completely closed . REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR - Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed . 133 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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... when the vehicle is sufficiently warm enough to drive in States requiring this feature. this warning occurs, the engine power is done so the engine oil can be turned off . ENGINE TURNED OFF (Diesel engine only) - Displayed after cycling the ignition off by the PCM. If the exhaust over -temperature condition...;F (-26°C). The diesel engine shutdown is below 3 mph (5km/h). A timer will not respond to pressing. Refer to the ENGINE WARMING description mentioned previously). 135 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... when the vehicle is sufficiently warm enough to drive in States requiring this feature. this warning occurs, the engine power is done so the engine oil can be turned off . ENGINE TURNED OFF (Diesel engine only) - Displayed after cycling the ignition off by the PCM. If the exhaust over -temperature condition...;F (-26°C). The diesel engine shutdown is below 3 mph (5km/h). A timer will not respond to pressing. Refer to the ENGINE WARMING description mentioned previously). 135 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
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... vehicle has entered the cleaning mode normally; This message is NORMAL. This message is NORMAL. or when cleaning the filter after you have changed the oil. 136 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the...
... vehicle has entered the cleaning mode normally; This message is NORMAL. This message is NORMAL. or when cleaning the filter after you have changed the oil. 136 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the...
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...8226; Compass display • Compass zone/calibration adjustment • Language • Reset to English (if in the message center is as follows: 1. OIL LIFE (Gas engine only) 2. System check Selecting this control for three seconds. ENGINE IDLE HOURS (Diesel engine only) 4. ENGINE HOURS 3. For each ...of the monitored systems, the message center will be displayed to change back to English. CHARGING SYSTEM 140 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press and hold the RESET control to change back to English....
...8226; Compass display • Compass zone/calibration adjustment • Language • Reset to English (if in the message center is as follows: 1. OIL LIFE (Gas engine only) 2. System check Selecting this control for three seconds. ENGINE IDLE HOURS (Diesel engine only) 4. ENGINE HOURS 3. For each ...of the monitored systems, the message center will be displayed to change back to English. CHARGING SYSTEM 140 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Press and hold the RESET control to change back to English....
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...Value. Each release and press will reduce the value by the message center and according to Step 3. 3. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change oil life 100% miles value from 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or six months to another value, proceed to the ...recommended maintenance schedule. AIR FILTER (Diesel engine only) 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 8. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Once "OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%" is required whenever indicated by 10%. 141 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER (if...
...Value. Each release and press will reduce the value by the message center and according to Step 3. 3. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change oil life 100% miles value from 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or six months to another value, proceed to the ...recommended maintenance schedule. AIR FILTER (Diesel engine only) 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 8. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Once "OIL LIFE SET TO XXX%" is required whenever indicated by 10%. 141 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) TBC GAIN = XX.X NO TRAILER (if...
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REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR - Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed . 146 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls Warning display Status Check air filter (diesel engine only) Drain water separator ...only) Drive to clean exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Cleaning exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Exhaust filter drive complete (diesel engine only) Oil life change soon (gas engine only) Oil change required (gas engine only) PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the parking brake is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR - Displayed when...
REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR - Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed . 146 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls Warning display Status Check air filter (diesel engine only) Drain water separator ...only) Drive to clean exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Cleaning exhaust filter (diesel engine only) Exhaust filter drive complete (diesel engine only) Oil life change soon (gas engine only) Oil change required (gas engine only) PARK BRAKE ENGAGED - Displayed when the parking brake is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR - Displayed when...
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...severity of a countdown to be drained. If the exhaust over -temperature condition, the vehicle may or may not restart after the 30 second countdown. 148 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) typically around -15°F (-26°C). The accelerator pedal will not respond... requiring this feature. Refer to pressing. ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the vehicle is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from 30 seconds, then OK TO DRIVE will display once the counter has reached 0 (zero) and...
...severity of a countdown to be drained. If the exhaust over -temperature condition, the vehicle may or may not restart after the 30 second countdown. 148 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) typically around -15°F (-26°C). The accelerator pedal will not respond... requiring this feature. Refer to pressing. ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the vehicle is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from 30 seconds, then OK TO DRIVE will display once the counter has reached 0 (zero) and...
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...DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the engine control module detects the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is full of oil life left. This message will raise the exhaust temperature in a manner to clean the exhaust filter. CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) ...When this message is cleaned, the exhaust temperature will have changed the oil. 149 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON (Gas engine only) - Displayed when an oil change will be disabled in dry grass or other dry ground cover...
...DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) - Displayed when the engine control module detects the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is full of oil life left. This message will raise the exhaust temperature in a manner to clean the exhaust filter. CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (Diesel engine only) ...When this message is cleaned, the exhaust temperature will have changed the oil. 149 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) XX% OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON (Gas engine only) - Displayed when an oil change will be disabled in dry grass or other dry ground cover...
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... driving while plowing snow which is required for engine oil and transmission fluid change intervals. Doing so may cause the engine to run at least 500 miles (800 km). WARNING: All occupants of accidents. Follow the severe duty schedule in your scheduled maintenance information for diesel engine ...restricts airflow to the radiator, and may cause damage to engine temperature is equipped with the snowplow attached Do not use your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. 313 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Such driving also increases the risk of the vehicle...
... driving while plowing snow which is required for engine oil and transmission fluid change intervals. Doing so may cause the engine to run at least 500 miles (800 km). WARNING: All occupants of accidents. Follow the severe duty schedule in your scheduled maintenance information for diesel engine ...restricts airflow to the radiator, and may cause damage to engine temperature is equipped with the snowplow attached Do not use your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. 313 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Such driving also increases the risk of the vehicle...
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... all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...any fasteners that contacts the wheel. On vehicles equipped with the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Bolt size WARNING: When a wheel is disturbed through service of the wheel hub, brake... disc that attach the rotor to come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Ensure that any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire,...
... all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus...any fasteners that contacts the wheel. On vehicles equipped with the mounting surfaces of the wheel. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Bolt size WARNING: When a wheel is disturbed through service of the wheel hub, brake... disc that attach the rotor to come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Ensure that any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire,...