Owner's Manual
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... it from the socket and push in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper to remove it clockwise. 102 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to locate the...
... it from the socket and push in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper to remove it clockwise. 102 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to locate the...
Owner's Manual
Page 150
... ignition key to the left to unlock. Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to help prevent theft of the way under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through 3 before removing the tailgate... TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Note: If equipped with a tailgate lock designed to allow more room for loading.
... ignition key to the left to unlock. Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to help prevent theft of the way under the pickup box. 150 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Partially lower tailgate and carefully feed tailgate harness up through 3 before removing the tailgate... TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Reverse Camera System (RCS), do steps 1 through the gap between the pickup box and the bumper. Note: If equipped with a tailgate lock designed to allow more room for loading.
Owner's Manual
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Do not modify the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your seat to an occupant in the ... other injuries. Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Never place your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can while still reaching...
Do not modify the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your seat to an occupant in the ... other injuries. Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Never place your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: Do not put anything on the vehicle. 194 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Contact your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can while still reaching...
Owner's Manual
Page 255
...: TRAINING COMPLETE. Perform Steps 8 and 9 on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not use of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and... death. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 255 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and...that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • ...
...: TRAINING COMPLETE. Perform Steps 8 and 9 on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not use of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and... death. Do not remove these guidelines when using snow tires and chains. 255 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and...that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • ...
Owner's Manual
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...10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the... your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as a trailer ball hitch or trailer ball) to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for towing a trailer and make sure it is on this vehicle enhances collision ... 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)
...10 17500 (7938) 18500 (8391) 4.10 20500 (9299) 21500 (9752) 4.30 22500 (10206) 23000 (10433) F-450 Chassis Cab/F-550 4.88/5.38 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793) 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 5.4L 6.8L 6.8L Preparing to tow Use the... your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer as soon as a trailer ball hitch or trailer ball) to the bumper or use hitches that 10%-15% for towing a trailer and make sure it is on this vehicle enhances collision ... 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)
Owner's Manual
Page 267
.... To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for the vehicle alone. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be equipped with a hydraulic brake system, do not connect the trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to you own a trailer with a fully integrated electronic Trailer... controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may cause unpredictable handling, and could adversely affect your vehicle's brake system. When used properly, the TBC helps ensure 267 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
.... To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for the vehicle alone. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be equipped with a hydraulic brake system, do not connect the trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to you own a trailer with a fully integrated electronic Trailer... controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may cause unpredictable handling, and could adversely affect your vehicle's brake system. When used properly, the TBC helps ensure 267 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
Page 270
...short to ground (i.e., chaffed wire) or a short to faults sensed by a single chime, in the bumper. however, if the fault is displayed and accompanied by the TBC. Misuse, such as possible for manual...in response to voltage (i.e., pulled pin on the electric brake output wire has occurred. consult your Ford warranty. Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the TBC for ... problem is with the trailer this message is at a speed of trailer and/or tow vehicle. 270 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Repeat Steps 5 and 6...
...short to ground (i.e., chaffed wire) or a short to faults sensed by a single chime, in the bumper. however, if the fault is displayed and accompanied by the TBC. Misuse, such as possible for manual...in response to voltage (i.e., pulled pin on the electric brake output wire has occurred. consult your Ford warranty. Points to Remember: • Remember to adjust gain setting before using the TBC for ... problem is with the trailer this message is at a speed of trailer and/or tow vehicle. 270 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Repeat Steps 5 and 6...
Owner's Manual
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Tires, Wheels and Loading • The load distribution within the trailer should be of the rear bumper. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the brakes get hot when driving or if they will not hold, chances ... backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow much more distance and time to stop than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the same size, and construction...
Tires, Wheels and Loading • The load distribution within the trailer should be of the rear bumper. 273 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) If the brakes get hot when driving or if they will not hold, chances ... backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. • do not allow much more distance and time to stop than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the same size, and construction...
Owner's Manual
Page 292
...trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 292 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving Parking your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure...IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to assist the driver in this may also affect the function of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not effective at "parking speeds". The system may not detect certain angular or moving objects...
...trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. 292 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving Parking your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure...IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to assist the driver in this may also affect the function of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is not effective at "parking speeds". The system may not detect certain angular or moving objects...
Owner's Manual
Page 293
...down, the RSS tone may indicate a failure in the RSS. The RSS automatically turns on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with a decreased... the RSS off . As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the RSS. 293 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving The RSS detects obstacles up ...of false detection if the tailgate is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the bumper, (refer to the figures for only three seconds. If the RSS detects a stationary or receding object further...
...down, the RSS tone may indicate a failure in the RSS. The RSS automatically turns on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with a decreased... the RSS off . As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the RSS. 293 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Driving The RSS detects obstacles up ...of false detection if the tailgate is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the bumper, (refer to the figures for only three seconds. If the RSS detects a stationary or receding object further...
Owner's Manual
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To use caution while backing. 294 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It adds assistance to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may vary according to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. • (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone...
To use caution while backing. 294 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) It adds assistance to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may vary according to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. • (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone...
Owner's Manual
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... it may be seen. Objects are getting closer to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on the screen due to assist in normal operation and some objects might not provide adequate coverage as they... 5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on or off . WARNING: Objects that still requires the driver to stop the vehicle. 295 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) this occurs, clean the camera lens before it usually provides in parking or trailer...
... it may be seen. Objects are getting closer to your vehicle and objects in the green zone are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper, might not be seen on the screen due to assist in normal operation and some objects might not provide adequate coverage as they... 5 mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on or off . WARNING: Objects that still requires the driver to stop the vehicle. 295 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) this occurs, clean the camera lens before it usually provides in parking or trailer...
Owner's Manual
Page 331
...over square end of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab: Under rear bench seat on passenger side Regular cab: Fastened to floor behind driver seat SuperCab: Fastened to floor under rear seat Crew Cab: Fastened to floor behind rear seat...The following table for their locations: Tool Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Jack Location Under the vehicle, just forward of jack handle. 331 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To assemble, align button with hole and slide parts together. Roadside ...
...over square end of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab: Under rear bench seat on passenger side Regular cab: Fastened to floor behind driver seat SuperCab: Fastened to floor under rear seat Crew Cab: Fastened to floor behind rear seat...The following table for their locations: Tool Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Jack Location Under the vehicle, just forward of jack handle. 331 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To assemble, align button with hole and slide parts together. Roadside ...
Owner's Manual
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... the jack handle assembly. 4. The key and lock will be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you can slide the tire rearward..., insert the lug wrench extension into the guide tube. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to reach the lug nuts. 2. Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the lug wrench to the jack handle (B). 3.
... the jack handle assembly. 4. The key and lock will be sure that the parking brake is set and the diagonally opposite wheel is blocked. 332 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you can slide the tire rearward..., insert the lug wrench extension into the guide tube. Attach the spare tire lock key (A) to reach the lug nuts. 2. Remove the retainer through the bumper hole and into the lug wrench to the jack handle (B). 3.
Owner's Manual
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...the wheel. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to come off while the vehicle is disturbed through service of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ..., etc.). WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS On vehicles equipped with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the...
...the wheel. If removed, install the spare tire lock (if equipped) into the bumper drive tube with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to come off while the vehicle is disturbed through service of control. 342 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) ..., etc.). WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS On vehicles equipped with the spare tire lock key (if equipped) and jack handle. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the...
Owner's Manual
Page 354
... your own driving needs. You may still be tailored to fit your Bumper-to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at mutually convenient times and places in various time, ...by a network of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. 354 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. This procedure is ...
... your own driving needs. You may still be tailored to fit your Bumper-to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at mutually convenient times and places in various time, ...by a network of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. 354 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. This procedure is ...
Owner's Manual
Page 357
...and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle. • Immediately remove items such as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for best results. • Dry the vehicle with running boards, do not use rubber, ...gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can scratch the chrome surface. 357 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with a clean, dry rag. • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or...
...and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle. • Immediately remove items such as you would a wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for best results. • Dry the vehicle with running boards, do not use rubber, ...gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can scratch the chrome surface. 357 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with a clean, dry rag. • Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or...
Owner's Manual
Page 358
...Clean weekly with a sponge. In order to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may cause damage to your vehicle's color. The paint...or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 358 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Take your color code (printed on your wheel rims or covers. WAXING...
...Clean weekly with a sponge. In order to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may cause damage to your vehicle's color. The paint...or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 358 2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Take your color code (printed on your wheel rims or covers. WAXING...
Roadside Assistance Card 1st Printing
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...-241-3673 WARRANTY, NON-WARRANTY AND COLLISION TOWS KEY CODE # • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call and we ʼll bring the gas to you ...PHONE # FOR COMPLIMENTARY HELP CALL 1-800-241-3673 KEY CODE # • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call and we ʼll be there to change service ...
...-241-3673 WARRANTY, NON-WARRANTY AND COLLISION TOWS KEY CODE # • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call and we ʼll bring the gas to you ...PHONE # FOR COMPLIMENTARY HELP CALL 1-800-241-3673 KEY CODE # • Free Roadside Assistance is provided throughout the bumper-to-bumper limited warranty period • Service provided by Ford Auto Club. • If traveling in Canada, please call and we ʼll be there to change service ...
Warranty Guide 2nd Printing
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...applicable warranty. Some states have your vehicle. During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may offer a special adjustment program to increase your overall satisfaction with your vehicle identification number available. 3 Sometimes Ford may receive instructions to maximize your satisfaction with your vehicle... covered by the lack of maintenance work are retained with your Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership, or Ford or Lincoln Mercury Auto Care Service Center, has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance...
...applicable warranty. Some states have your vehicle. During the Bumper to Bumper Warranty period, dealers may offer a special adjustment program to increase your overall satisfaction with your vehicle identification number available. 3 Sometimes Ford may receive instructions to maximize your satisfaction with your vehicle... covered by the lack of maintenance work are retained with your Scheduled Maintenance Guide - Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership, or Ford or Lincoln Mercury Auto Care Service Center, has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance...