Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...an open cargo area of at least six feet of persons. Light Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Vehicles (over 14,000 pounds GVWR up to 10,000 pounds GVWR designed primarily for the transportation of interior length): Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Rhode ... Is Covered? (pages 26-29) ➡ What Is Not Covered? (page 29) 23 Medium-Duty Passenger Vehicles (up to 19,500 pounds GVWR) - California, Maine, and Pennsylvania. Passenger Car & Light-duty Trucks (up to 14,000 pounds GVWR) - Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, ...
...an open cargo area of at least six feet of persons. Light Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Vehicles (over 14,000 pounds GVWR up to 10,000 pounds GVWR designed primarily for the transportation of interior length): Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Oregon, Rhode ... Is Covered? (pages 26-29) ➡ What Is Not Covered? (page 29) 23 Medium-Duty Passenger Vehicles (up to 19,500 pounds GVWR) - California, Maine, and Pennsylvania. Passenger Car & Light-duty Trucks (up to 14,000 pounds GVWR) - Arizona, California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...the contaminated system is removed or during refill. If it has already crystallized, use the DEF container once it could cause damage to interior components or release an ammonia odor inside the vehicle. • DEF is emptied. • Avoid spilling DEF on painted surfaces, ...dealer. Immediately wipe away any other liquid. • An ammonia odor may be indicated by a message in a well ventilated area. 36 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications • Further vehicle operation without replacing contaminated DEF will be smelled when...
...the contaminated system is removed or during refill. If it has already crystallized, use the DEF container once it could cause damage to interior components or release an ammonia odor inside the vehicle. • DEF is emptied. • Avoid spilling DEF on painted surfaces, ...dealer. Immediately wipe away any other liquid. • An ammonia odor may be indicated by a message in a well ventilated area. 36 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications • Further vehicle operation without replacing contaminated DEF will be smelled when...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... 77 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Dual electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 78 78 81 85 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Interior lamps Bulb replacement 87 87 91 92 92 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Upfitter controls 98...
... 77 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Dual electronic automatic temperature control Rear window defroster 78 78 81 85 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Interior lamps Bulb replacement 87 87 91 92 92 Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Upfitter controls 98...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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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 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th 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 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 16 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system ...). The brake system should be properly installed. Instrument Cluster WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Check fuel cap: Displays when the fuel cap may not be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 16 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system ...). The brake system should be properly installed. Instrument Cluster WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected. 79 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in any snow,...system is off . • Do not put objects under the front seats that is selected or can be felt from reaching the interior of the air distribution setting that will return to activate/deactivate air recirculation in 8. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of time...
... Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected. 79 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in any snow,...system is off . • Do not put objects under the front seats that is selected or can be felt from reaching the interior of the air distribution setting that will return to activate/deactivate air recirculation in 8. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of time...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for normal A/C operation. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is more information. 82 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the windshield defroster ...to improve cooling performance and efficiency. passenger heated seat. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from entering the vehicle. distribution selection is directed. Climate ...
... in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for normal A/C operation. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is more information. 82 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the windshield defroster ...to improve cooling performance and efficiency. passenger heated seat. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from entering the vehicle. distribution selection is directed. Climate ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...(if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be set to high. For cold weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The heated seats (if equipped) will be set to high. • Rear defrost/...heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. 86 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off , based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-...
...(if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be set to high. For cold weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The heated seats (if equipped) will be set to high. • Rear defrost/...heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. 86 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off , based upon the previous operating state (last ignition-...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...brake must be disengaged. • the transmission is reached. • Press and hold at dusk or during inclement weather. This will remain on the interior courtesy lights. Failure to activate the "dome on position, • the headlamp control is in a collision. To activate: • the ignition ... generally may not provide adequate lighting during headlamp and parking lamp operation. • Tap the top or bottom of the control is pressed. 89 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Lights Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps...
...brake must be disengaged. • the transmission is reached. • Press and hold at dusk or during inclement weather. This will remain on the interior courtesy lights. Failure to activate the "dome on position, • the headlamp control is in a collision. To activate: • the ignition ... generally may not provide adequate lighting during headlamp and parking lamp operation. • Tap the top or bottom of the control is pressed. 89 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Lights Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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.... The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is off. Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Front map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps are located on the lamps. The map lamps also light when: • any door...weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are vented to turn the lamps on either side of this design. Press the controls on the interior of the lens 92 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are : ...
.... The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is off. Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Front map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps are located on the lamps. The map lamps also light when: • any door...weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are vented to turn the lamps on either side of this design. Press the controls on the interior of the lens 92 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are : ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... Fog lamp 2 9145 License plate lamp 2 194 Cargo lamp 2 912 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 3 578 Interior visor lamp (if equipped) 4 194 Mirror turn /sidemarker (chassis cabs 3157 only; Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of...• Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your authorized dealer to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable...equipped. ** See your vehicle to replace the lamp assembly. 93 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
... Fog lamp 2 9145 License plate lamp 2 194 Cargo lamp 2 912 Map lamp 2 12V6W Dome/reading lamps 3 578 Interior visor lamp (if equipped) 4 194 Mirror turn /sidemarker (chassis cabs 3157 only; Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of...• Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your authorized dealer to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable...equipped. ** See your vehicle to replace the lamp assembly. 93 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may impair proper mirror performance. Do not clean the housing or glass of the interior rear view mirror since this may also block the light from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is placed... navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in the Driving chapter. 105 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the front and back of any other petroleum-based cleaning...
...center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may impair proper mirror performance. Do not clean the housing or glass of the interior rear view mirror since this may also block the light from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is placed... navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in the Driving chapter. 105 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Driver Controls INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the front and back of any other petroleum-based cleaning...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... door. Locks and Security The typical operating range for your IKT is not set to your vehicle. Unlocking can be caused by pressing and 142 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and release again within three seconds to : • remotely ...the doors. A decrease in this section) if the control on the overhead lamp is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). Note: The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in the start ). • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entry ...
... door. Locks and Security The typical operating range for your IKT is not set to your vehicle. Unlocking can be caused by pressing and 142 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press and release again within three seconds to : • remotely ...the doors. A decrease in this section) if the control on the overhead lamp is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). Note: The parking lamps and interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in the start ). • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entry ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... battery down to perform this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are pressed, or • after if the dome lamp switch is left on. 145 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off... procedure yourself. The lights will shut off the lights if: • the ignition switch is open. The battery saver will not turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after battery replacement. Snap the battery cover back onto the key. Refer to your vehicle. They should operate normally after the ignition...
... battery down to perform this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are pressed, or • after if the dome lamp switch is left on. 145 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off... procedure yourself. The lights will shut off the lights if: • the ignition switch is open. The battery saver will not turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after battery replacement. Snap the battery cover back onto the key. Refer to your vehicle. They should operate normally after the ignition...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...anti-theft system is used to the key when starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is designed to ...the engine. Always take your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Note: The interior lamps will display: STARTING SYSTEM FAULT. This system is not compatible with two coded keys; ... vehicle is an engine immobilization system. To unlock all doors when leaving the vehicle. 149 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) You do not...
...anti-theft system is used to the key when starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Ford aftermarket remote start " condition. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is designed to ...the engine. Always take your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Note: The interior lamps will display: STARTING SYSTEM FAULT. This system is not compatible with two coded keys; ... vehicle is an engine immobilization system. To unlock all doors when leaving the vehicle. 149 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) You do not...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision be replaced. Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not need to make sure there are not damaged. ...For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the event of the booster seat. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized... dealer finds that all instructions provided by the manufacturer of a collision. 215 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Failure to operate properly...
...of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision be replaced. Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not need to make sure there are not damaged. ...For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the event of the booster seat. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized... dealer finds that all instructions provided by the manufacturer of a collision. 215 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Failure to operate properly...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... 324 Fuse Amp Rating 30A 15A 30A 10A 20A 5A 7.5A 10A 10A 10A 10A Protected Circuits Not used (spare) Upfitter relay #4 Not used (spare) Interior lights, Hood lamp Moon roof Driver seat module Driver seat switch, Driver lumbar motor Power mirror switch Upfitter relay #3 Run/accessory relay, Customer access feed...
... 324 Fuse Amp Rating 30A 15A 30A 10A 20A 5A 7.5A 10A 10A 10A 10A Protected Circuits Not used (spare) Upfitter relay #4 Not used (spare) Interior lights, Hood lamp Moon roof Driver seat module Driver seat switch, Driver lumbar motor Power mirror switch Upfitter relay #3 Run/accessory relay, Customer access feed...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 12 13 Fuse Amp Rating 15A 15A Protected Circuits Interior lighting, Lighted running board lamps Right turn signals and brake lamps, Right trailer tow (TT) stop turn relay Left turn signals and brake lamps, Left ... 19 20 21 22 23 24 20A 20A 10A 20A 15A 15A 25 26 27 28 29 30 15A 5A 20A 15A 20A 15A 325 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 12 13 Fuse Amp Rating 15A 15A Protected Circuits Interior lighting, Lighted running board lamps Right turn signals and brake lamps, Right trailer tow (TT) stop turn relay Left turn signals and brake lamps, Left ... 19 20 21 22 23 24 20A 20A 10A 20A 15A 15A 25 26 27 28 29 30 15A 5A 20A 15A 20A 15A 325 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... to a clean, white, cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area-allow air fresheners and hand sanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as follows...EXCEPT HARLEY-DAVIDSON) Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp, white cotton cloth, then with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. Wipe up spilled liquid using a commercially available cleaning product designed for 30 minutes. 365 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners ...
... to a clean, white, cotton cloth and press the cloth onto the soiled area-allow air fresheners and hand sanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If the spot cannot be completely cleaned by your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as follows...EXCEPT HARLEY-DAVIDSON) Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp, white cotton cloth, then with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. Wipe up spilled liquid using a commercially available cleaning product designed for 30 minutes. 365 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...-93). LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCHா EDITION) For King Ranch leather seats, refer to the leather. 367 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) In Canada, use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain ... cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors. • To check for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Dry the area with a soft, damp cloth. Cleaning...
...-93). LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCHா EDITION) For King Ranch leather seats, refer to the leather. 367 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) In Canada, use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain ... cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors. • To check for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. Dry the area with a soft, damp cloth. Cleaning...