Warranty Guide 5th Printing
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...manufacturing defect in factory-supplied materials or factory workmanship. Transmission: all internal parts, clutch cover, seals and gaskets, torque converter, transfer case (including all internal parts), hubs-automatic front locking (four-wheel drive), locking rings (four-wheel drive), seals and gaskets,... shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts; The extended warranty coverage only applies if a body sheet metal panel becomes perforated due to corrosion during this...
...manufacturing defect in factory-supplied materials or factory workmanship. Transmission: all internal parts, clutch cover, seals and gaskets, torque converter, transfer case (including all internal parts), hubs-automatic front locking (four-wheel drive), locking rings (four-wheel drive), seals and gaskets,... shafts, bearings (front and rear), center support bearing, drive shafts, final drive housing (including all internal parts), transmission case, transmission mounts; The extended warranty coverage only applies if a body sheet metal panel becomes perforated due to corrosion during this...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up to speed and is not cause for concern.... Always drive at a safe speed. 4 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause...
...become thoroughly familiar with AWD or 4WD (when you select the 4WD mode) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as the front drivetrain comes up to speed and is not cause for concern.... Always drive at a safe speed. 4 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Information on shifting procedures and maintenance can cause...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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... these precautions your vehicle may feel or hear a pulsing or vibration in gear. WARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. During hard... anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. Do not "pump" the...
... these precautions your vehicle may feel or hear a pulsing or vibration in gear. WARNING: Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the anti-lock brake system. During hard... anti-lock brakes, apply and hold the brake firmly. Some 4WD vehicles include a Neutral mode. If you may move unexpectedly and injure someone. 8 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Driving On Roadways • For vehicles with a manual transmission. Do not "pump" the...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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.... 12 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the vehicle is free to a lower gear. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in gear. When the transfer case is in...
.... 12 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Therefore, the vehicle is free to a lower gear. Parking Before leaving the driver's seat, make sure that the gearshift is engaged in P (Park) with an automatic transmission or either 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with the transfer case in gear. When the transfer case is in...
Driving Your SUV or Truck 1st Printing
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...such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Important: Remember to provide a safe... tires and wheels could result in excess of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Use both eye and ear protection. It is required, the following additional precautions must...and wheels that are replaced on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. For mounting pressures up to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. ...
...such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as a pair. 17 2012 Four Wheel Drive (4wd) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus) Important: Remember to provide a safe... tires and wheels could result in excess of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Use both eye and ear protection. It is required, the following additional precautions must...and wheels that are replaced on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. For mounting pressures up to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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and secondary coolant. 7 (168000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles). Replace belt(s) at 150000 miles (240000 km). 6 Change fluid again at 150000 miles (240000 km). 7 Initial change . Scheduled Maintenance Guide ...miles (36000 km) or as indicated by the message center. 4 Replace again at 105000 miles (168000 km), then every 45000 miles (72000 km) thereafter. 78 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) and frame-mounted fuel filters. 3 (36000 km) Every 30000 miles Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped...
and secondary coolant. 7 (168000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles). Replace belt(s) at 150000 miles (240000 km). 6 Change fluid again at 150000 miles (240000 km). 7 Initial change . Scheduled Maintenance Guide ...miles (36000 km) or as indicated by the message center. 4 Replace again at 105000 miles (168000 km), then every 45000 miles (72000 km) thereafter. 78 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) and frame-mounted fuel filters. 3 (36000 km) Every 30000 miles Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. add engine coolant additive, if engine hours required Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; Note: After initial coolant flush and fill ...miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 83 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) oz. (1.4L). Scheduled Maintenance Guide Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum...
... may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. add engine coolant additive, if engine hours required Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; Note: After initial coolant flush and fill ...miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 83 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) oz. (1.4L). Scheduled Maintenance Guide Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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...15,000 miles Inspect concentration (freeze-point (24,000 km) or 600 protection) and additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; oz. (1.4L). do not add (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine coolant...miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 84 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: After initial coolant flush and fill at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Maximum Loaded Weight for Vehicle...
...15,000 miles Inspect concentration (freeze-point (24,000 km) or 600 protection) and additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; oz. (1.4L). do not add (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine coolant...miles (96,000 km) or 2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 1,800 engine hours thereafter. 84 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) Note: After initial coolant flush and fill at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Maximum Loaded Weight for Vehicle...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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... the specified maximum of 48 fl. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. 85 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) oz. (1.4L). and frame-mounted fuel filters (24,000 km), 6 months, 600 engine hours or ...,000 miles Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if (48,000 km) non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; add engine hours engine coolant additive, if required ...
... the specified maximum of 48 fl. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe permanent engine damage. 85 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) oz. (1.4L). and frame-mounted fuel filters (24,000 km), 6 months, 600 engine hours or ...,000 miles Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if (48,000 km) non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) (96,000 km) Every 60,000 miles Flush and refill engine coolant; add engine hours engine coolant additive, if required ...
Diesel Supplement 3rd Printing
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Refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter of the Owner's Guide. 86 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if equipped with a Dana (80,000 km) rear axle; and frame-mounted fuel filters Every 7,500 miles (... joints and tie rods; As required Off-road Operation Inspect functional holes in each engine oil and filter change; some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Inspect front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each leg of the twin tip and the...
Refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter of the Owner's Guide. 86 2012 Diesel (67l) Supplement, 3rd Printing USA (fus) lubricate if equipped with a Dana (80,000 km) rear axle; and frame-mounted fuel filters Every 7,500 miles (... joints and tie rods; As required Off-road Operation Inspect functional holes in each engine oil and filter change; some F-350s, all F-450/550s) Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles) Inspect front axle fluid (4WD vehicles) Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each leg of the twin tip and the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...for a period of the road surface. Displays the steering angle of the front wheels after setting the speed control to highlight one of the transfer case: 4X2, 4X4 Low or 4X4 High. * If equipped-your choice. Differential lock/unlock. Displays the operating mode of the choices; Fuel ...Instrument Cluster It is only available when traveling less than 3 mph [5 km/h]): • ELD (electronic locking differential) • Hill Descent Control 42 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For more information refer to reset the function after the vehicle has been...
...for a period of the road surface. Displays the steering angle of the front wheels after setting the speed control to highlight one of the transfer case: 4X2, 4X4 Low or 4X4 High. * If equipped-your choice. Differential lock/unlock. Displays the operating mode of the choices; Fuel ...Instrument Cluster It is only available when traveling less than 3 mph [5 km/h]): • ELD (electronic locking differential) • Hill Descent Control 42 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) For more information refer to reset the function after the vehicle has been...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... drive at a safe speed. 217 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to ... stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD vehicles. These sounds are normal as necessary. Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Although a 4WD vehicle may enable you operate your vehicle. This increases traction...
... drive at a safe speed. 217 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to ... stop any faster than two-wheel drive vehicle in the ability of 4WD vehicles. These sounds are normal as necessary. Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Although a 4WD vehicle may enable you operate your vehicle. This increases traction...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...seating position), or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Tire Replacement Requirements WARNING: Only use of non-recommended tires and ...on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 227 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you...questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. Additionally the use replacement ...
...seating position), or the Tire Label which could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. Tire Replacement Requirements WARNING: Only use of non-recommended tires and ...on these labels then you should contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 227 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you...questions regarding tire replacement, contact your authorized dealer as soon as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of the driver's door. Additionally the use replacement ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... be used, as chains may need to the recommended air pressure as those originally provided by Ford. The tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to off . Note: The suspension insulation...rear tire; Remove the valve cap from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If two short... risk of loss of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side rear tire), the...
... be used, as chains may need to the recommended air pressure as those originally provided by Ford. The tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (affixed to off . Note: The suspension insulation...rear tire; Remove the valve cap from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If two short... risk of loss of non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side rear tire), the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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... use of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Drivetrain configuration 4x4 with manual-shift transfer case 4x2 or 4x4 with all four (4) wheels off , or the recovery strap to the Climate Controls chapter for more information. WARNING: ... can cause serious injury or death. 263 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for neutral towing Transmission in N (Neutral); transfer case in N (Neutral); Note: Put your ...
... use of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. Drivetrain configuration 4x4 with manual-shift transfer case 4x2 or 4x4 with all four (4) wheels off , or the recovery strap to the Climate Controls chapter for more information. WARNING: ... can cause serious injury or death. 263 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for neutral towing Transmission in N (Neutral); transfer case in N (Neutral); Note: Put your ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...-up Not illuminated Enabled Button pressed Illuminated Disabled momentarily Button pressed again Not illuminated Enabled after deactivation Transfer case switched to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 275 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Reducing the effectiveness of the...
...-up Not illuminated Enabled Button pressed Illuminated Disabled momentarily Button pressed again Not illuminated Enabled after deactivation Transfer case switched to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 275 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Reducing the effectiveness of the...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...trailer sway control will also display TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED. In some cases when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is improperly loaded for 4 seconds after deactivation illuminated Transfer case Illuminated Disabled Disabled Disabled switched to 4WD Low 3 ESC has reduced sensitivity... compared to fully active system. During trailer sway control events the stability control light in speed. 280 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)...
...trailer sway control will also display TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED. In some cases when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is improperly loaded for 4 seconds after deactivation illuminated Transfer case Illuminated Disabled Disabled Disabled switched to 4WD Low 3 ESC has reduced sensitivity... compared to fully active system. During trailer sway control events the stability control light in speed. 280 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...locks completely clockwise; Driving FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped) The 4WD system is normal and ...should not be no reason for proper system operation. 301 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • The...
...locks completely clockwise; Driving FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of the transfer case, increased tire wear and decreased fuel economy. Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped) The 4WD system is normal and ...should not be no reason for proper system operation. 301 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely counterclockwise. • The...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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For general on dry pavement. This is recommended that both indicator arrows on the hub are set to LOCK. 303 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at reduced speeds. Used for street and highway ...) - Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) Engage the locking hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to roll at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2H (2WD) - Intended only for use on -road driving. It is...
For general on dry pavement. This is recommended that both indicator arrows on the hub are set to LOCK. 303 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at reduced speeds. Used for street and highway ...) - Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) Engage the locking hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to roll at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2H (2WD) - Intended only for use on -road driving. It is...
Owner Guide 4th Printing
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...driveline system components. 2H 4H N 4L Shifting from 2H (2WD) or 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low). 4H 4. This will ensure the transfer case is fully engaged into 4H (4x4 High) with the rear wheels slipping. • The vehicle should not be driven in 4X4 High with the 4L... mph (5 km/h). 2. Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) Move the transfer case lever to the 4L (4x4 Low) position, perform a shift with the hub locks disengaged as this condition may damage driveline system components. 304 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: The ...
...driveline system components. 2H 4H N 4L Shifting from 2H (2WD) or 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low). 4H 4. This will ensure the transfer case is fully engaged into 4H (4x4 High) with the rear wheels slipping. • The vehicle should not be driven in 4X4 High with the 4L... mph (5 km/h). 2. Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) Move the transfer case lever to the 4L (4x4 Low) position, perform a shift with the hub locks disengaged as this condition may damage driveline system components. 304 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: The ...