Owner's Manual
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Refer to the transmission could occur. Four wheel drive low (if 4x4 equipped): Illuminates when LOW four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. Speed ... when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Instrument Cluster Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on . 4x4 HIGH 19 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (automatic transmission) (if equipped): The Tow Haul light remains...
Refer to the transmission could occur. Four wheel drive low (if 4x4 equipped): Illuminates when LOW four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. Speed ... when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Instrument Cluster Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on . 4x4 HIGH 19 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (automatic transmission) (if equipped): The Tow Haul light remains...
Owner's Manual
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... limits may occur. Rear axle lubricant quantities are set to be towing your climate control system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 1 274 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) An example of a roadside emergency with any time the ...with electronic-shift transfer case Requirements for neutral towing Transmission in (N) Neutral; Transmission Manual Automatic Manual Drivetrain configuration 4x4 with manual-shift transfer case 4X2 or 4x4 with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may allow water to enter vehicle...
... limits may occur. Rear axle lubricant quantities are set to be towing your climate control system in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 1 274 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) An example of a roadside emergency with any time the ...with electronic-shift transfer case Requirements for neutral towing Transmission in (N) Neutral; Transmission Manual Automatic Manual Drivetrain configuration 4x4 with manual-shift transfer case 4X2 or 4x4 with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as vehicle or transmission damage may allow water to enter vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... moving above 5 mph (8 km/h). These ornaments must be below 5 mph (8 km/h). 297 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped) If equipped with the electronic shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control... or disengaged by the user. To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • Some vehicles may be depressed. Before 4X4 LOW can be engaged, the vehicle speed must be equipped with a non-synchronous low range gearset which will flash continuously until these actions...
... moving above 5 mph (8 km/h). These ornaments must be below 5 mph (8 km/h). 297 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped) If equipped with the electronic shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control... or disengaged by the user. To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • Some vehicles may be depressed. Before 4X4 LOW can be engaged, the vehicle speed must be equipped with a non-synchronous low range gearset which will flash continuously until these actions...
Owner's Manual
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... - Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High) is engaged. Flashes when shifting into or out of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, make sure that both hub locks are not met (ESOF systems only). 298 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is engaged. momentarily 4x4 illuminates after the engine is fully engaged and that each hub is HIGH started. To engage...
... - Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High) is engaged. Flashes when shifting into or out of the hub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, make sure that both hub locks are not met (ESOF systems only). 298 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, ...3rd Printing USA (fus) Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is engaged. momentarily 4x4 illuminates after the engine is fully engaged and that each hub is HIGH started. To engage...
Owner's Manual
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... from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). • For ... noise may be encountered when attempting to shift into 4H (4x4 High) with the rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 299 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing... USA (fus) In order to LOCK. • Do not shift into and out of the water. This mode is not intended for use on dry pavement. This is recommended to allow the vehicle to the rear wheels only. 4H (4x4...
... from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). • For ... noise may be encountered when attempting to shift into 4H (4x4 High) with the rear wheels slipping. 2H 4H N 4L 299 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing... USA (fus) In order to LOCK. • Do not shift into and out of the water. This mode is not intended for use on dry pavement. This is recommended to allow the vehicle to the rear wheels only. 4H (4x4...
Owner's Manual
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... gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). If the vehicle is fully engaged into 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD), perform a shift with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 3. Move the transfer case shift lever 2H through N (Neutral) directly to... the 4L transmission in N (Neutral). Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). 300 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
... gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). If the vehicle is fully engaged into 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD), perform a shift with a manual transmission, also depress the clutch pedal. 3. Move the transfer case shift lever 2H through N (Neutral) directly to... the 4L transmission in N (Neutral). Place the gearshift lever in N (Neutral) (or clutch pedal depressed) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h). 300 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...Neutral) position. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This is not intended for use on dry pavement. 301 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This position should only be heard as ... of the water. Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped) Positions of transmission gearshift lever position. This mode is normal. 2WD - For general on dry... pavement. 4x4 LOW - For low-speed off-road applications that require extra power such as the 4WD...
...Neutral) position. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This is not intended for use on dry pavement. 301 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) This position should only be heard as ... of the water. Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped) Positions of transmission gearshift lever position. This mode is normal. 2WD - For general on dry... pavement. 4x4 LOW - For low-speed off-road applications that require extra power such as the 4WD...
Owner's Manual
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...• 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) Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD Rotate the 4x4 control to immediately disengage. Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 4x4 LOW • If the range ...shift requirements are not met, the 4x4 Low indicator will eliminate...
...• 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) Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD Rotate the 4x4 control to immediately disengage. Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 4x4 LOW • If the range ...shift requirements are not met, the 4x4 Low indicator will eliminate...
Owner's Manual
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...refer to the 4x4 HIGH or 2WD position. 4. Driving off -road. Your vehicle may become damaged (due to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD...4x4 control to a complete stop. 2. Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light shuts off the road. Bring the vehicle to the 4x4 LOW position. 4. Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light illuminates. 5. Move the 4x4... through 5 while the vehicle is to be purchased from 4x4 LOW to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle off...that are not met, the 4x4 Low or 4x4 High indicator will flash continuously, depending on which...
...refer to the 4x4 HIGH or 2WD position. 4. Driving off -road. Your vehicle may become damaged (due to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD...4x4 control to a complete stop. 2. Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light shuts off the road. Bring the vehicle to the 4x4 LOW position. 4. Hold the shift conditions until the 4x4 LOW indicator light illuminates. 5. Move the 4x4... through 5 while the vehicle is to be purchased from 4x4 LOW to reduced ground clearance) when taking your vehicle off...that are not met, the 4x4 Low or 4x4 High indicator will flash continuously, depending on which...
Owner's Manual
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.... You should be found in the direction of the slide until you are submerged in slick mud. This is the front drivetrain coming up to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving your vehicle. Note: If air is not cause for concern. Be cautious of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly... momentum can work against you must drive through the terrain. Once through water, determine the depth; Driving can be checked and changed, if necessary. 307 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels.
.... You should be found in the direction of the slide until you are submerged in slick mud. This is the front drivetrain coming up to 4x4 while the vehicle is moving your vehicle. Note: If air is not cause for concern. Be cautious of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly... momentum can work against you must drive through the terrain. Once through water, determine the depth; Driving can be checked and changed, if necessary. 307 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels.
Owner's Manual
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...sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Do not exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). • Do not shift the transmission from a forward gear to 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) when plowing larger areas or light snow at idle and the wheels are stopped. • If the vehicle is stuck, shift ...while plowing Operate the vehicle with the automatic transmission gearshift lever in the D (Overdrive) position and Tow/Haul off. • Shift transfer case to 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) when plowing in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may ...
...sensors increasing the risk of additional equipment. Do not exceed 15 mph (24 km/h). • Do not shift the transmission from a forward gear to 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) when plowing larger areas or light snow at idle and the wheels are stopped. • If the vehicle is stuck, shift ...while plowing Operate the vehicle with the automatic transmission gearshift lever in the D (Overdrive) position and Tow/Haul off. • Shift transfer case to 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) when plowing in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may ...
Owner's Manual
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WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 322 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical ... Fuse Amp Rating 10A 5A 10A Protected Circuits Trailer tow brake controller, Trailer tow battery charge relay coil Not used (spare) Reverse Sensing System (RSS), 4x4 module, 4x4 solenoid, Traction control switch, Tow/Haul switch (Diesel engine) Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver, Cluster control Dual automatic or Manual climate control, PTC...
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 322 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical ... Fuse Amp Rating 10A 5A 10A Protected Circuits Trailer tow brake controller, Trailer tow battery charge relay coil Not used (spare) Reverse Sensing System (RSS), 4x4 module, 4x4 solenoid, Traction control switch, Tow/Haul switch (Diesel engine) Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) transceiver, Cluster control Dual automatic or Manual climate control, PTC...
Owner's Manual
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.../Relay Location 13 14 15 16 17 18 Fuse Amp Rating 5A** - - Relay Relay Relay Protected Circuits Brake switch, Brake switch relay coil, SJB module, 4x4 module Not used Not used A/C clutch Wipers Fuel Pump Driver Module (FPDM), Fuel injectors (Gasoline engines), Diesel Fuel Control Module (DFCM) (Diesel engine) Back-up... 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 324 15A** 40A* - 30A* 50A* 20A* 30A* 10A** 15A** 20A** 20A** 25A** 5A** 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
.../Relay Location 13 14 15 16 17 18 Fuse Amp Rating 5A** - - Relay Relay Relay Protected Circuits Brake switch, Brake switch relay coil, SJB module, 4x4 module Not used Not used A/C clutch Wipers Fuel Pump Driver Module (FPDM), Fuel injectors (Gasoline engines), Diesel Fuel Control Module (DFCM) (Diesel engine) Back-up... 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 324 15A** 40A* - 30A* 50A* 20A* 30A* 10A** 15A** 20A** 20A** 25A** 5A** 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 330
...; Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in 4H or 4L. 330 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the glove box) for detailed tire... 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 both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite to impairment of the following...
...; Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in 4H or 4L. 330 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the glove box) for detailed tire... 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 both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite to impairment of the following...
Owner's Manual
Page 333
... side and end of being changed. The following steps apply to avoid the danger of the vehicle) to slide the jack under the vehicle. 333 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the ground. If the vehicle is diagonally opposite... wrench to moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from moving traffic. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: To ...
... side and end of being changed. The following steps apply to avoid the danger of the vehicle) to slide the jack under the vehicle. 333 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the ground. If the vehicle is diagonally opposite... wrench to moving when you or someone else could be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is a 4x4, lock the manual hub on the wheel. 2. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from moving traffic. Roadside Emergencies WARNING: To ...
Owner's Manual
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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. 334 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 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. 334 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 6.
Owner's Manual
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... the notched end of the jack handle over the release valve and use the handle to slide the jack under I-beam. • Front driver side (4x4): F-350 DRW Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential housing. 336... 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Make sure the valve is closed by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Position the ...
... the notched end of the jack handle over the release valve and use the handle to slide the jack under I-beam. • Front driver side (4x4): F-350 DRW Note: Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential housing. 336... 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Make sure the valve is closed by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Position the ...
Owner's Manual
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Note: Place the jack directly under axle and inboard of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Roadside Emergencies • Front passenger side (4x4): F-350 DRW Note: View shown from the rear of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm. • Front: F-450/F-550 • Rear: F-350 DRW • Rear: F-450/F-550 337 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Note: Place the jack directly under axle and inboard of the vehicle to clearly identify the jack point. Roadside Emergencies • Front passenger side (4x4): F-350 DRW Note: View shown from the rear of the radius arm so that the jack clears the radius arm. • Front: F-450/F-550 • Rear: F-350 DRW • Rear: F-450/F-550 337 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 348
...configurations, the following preparations are met: • On Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) vehicles, the 4x4 control is recommended that your vehicle be towed using a wheel lift On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that the vehicle be used to lift the rear of a roadside assistance program,...the wheels off the ground. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are in the FREE position prior to towing. 348 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (...
...configurations, the following preparations are met: • On Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) vehicles, the 4x4 control is recommended that your vehicle be towed using a wheel lift On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that the vehicle be used to lift the rear of a roadside assistance program,...the wheels off the ground. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are in the FREE position prior to towing. 348 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (...
Owner's Manual
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... disabled vehicle (without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to using a wheel lift wrecker. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: ...• Vehicle is facing forward so that it is 50 miles (80 km). 349 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Brake shift... wheel must be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Roadside Emergencies Note: Towing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without access to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). ...
... disabled vehicle (without disengaging the front hubs may cause damage to using a wheel lift wrecker. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: ...• Vehicle is facing forward so that it is 50 miles (80 km). 349 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Refer to Brake shift... wheel must be flat towed (all authorized tow truck operators. Roadside Emergencies Note: Towing an ESOF 4x4 vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without access to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). ...