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Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury. Weight-distributing hitch When hooking-up a trailer using a load-equalizing hitch, always use the following procedure: 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition on and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand for several minutes so that it can level. 2. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpers at the center of the vehicle. 3. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so that the front bumper height is within 1⁄2" (13 mm) of the reference point. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higher than in Step 2. WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to any position where the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it was before attaching the trailer. Doing so will defeat the function of the weight-distributing hitch, which may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer's safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer's specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. 255 2010 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	6
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	6
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles	7
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles	7
Using your vehicle with a snowplow	7
Using your vehicle as an ambulance	7
Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)	8
DATA RECORDING	8
Service Data Recording	8
Event Data Recording	8
Vehicle Modification Data Recording	10
CELL PHONE USE	10
EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION	11
Instrument Cluster	14
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	14
GAUGES	20
STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER	24
Selectable features (information menu)	24
Setup menu (vehicle customization and vehicle system check)	26
System warnings	27
OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	32
Selectable features	32
Info (information menu)	32
System check and vehicle feature customization	34
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	36
System warnings	37
Entertainment Systems	42
AUDIO SYSTEMS	42
AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)	42
AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite-compatible sound system (if equipped)	44
Premium/Premium plus in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)	51
Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)	58
USB port (if equipped)	60
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	61
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	64
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	67
Quick start	67
To play a DVD in the DVD system:	68
To play a CD in the DVD system:	69
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:	69
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system	70
To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):	71
Using the infrared (IR) wireless headphones:	72
Using wired headphones (not included):	72
To adjust display brightness:	72
DVD player controls	73
Remote control	76
Battery replacement	78
Headphones	79
Wireless headphones	79
Wired headphones	82
Operation	82
Single play/Dual play	82
Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone only mode)	84
Menu mode	85
Angle mode	85
Aspect ratio	85
Language	86
Subtitles	86
Audio CDs	87
Playing MP3 discs	87
MP3 disc quality factors	88
CD, MP3 and CD player care	89
Playing a DVD	89
Slow play	90
Frame by frame	90
Headphone/auxiliary jacks	91
Audio displays	92
Audio interaction	92
Parental control for the DVD system	92
General information	93
Safety information	94
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	95
Care and service of the DVD player	95
Environmental extremes	95
Temperature extremes	96
Humidity and moisture condensation	96
Foreign substances	96
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	96
Cleaning DVD and CD discs	96
Compatibility with aftermarket audio systems (headphone only mode)	97
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	97
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED)	97
Climate Controls	98
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	98
Operating tips	98
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)	99
Operating tips	101
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMS (IF EQUIPPED)	102
Operating tips	105
Lights	107
HEADLAMP CONTROL	107
Autolamp control (if equipped)	107
Fog lamp control (if equipped)	107
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	108
High beams	108
Flash-to-pass	108
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	109
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	109
Vertical and horizontal aim adjustment (sealed beam headlamps)	109
Vertical aim adjustment (aerodynamic headlamps)	111
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	112
MAP LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)	113
BULB REPLACEMENT	113
Lamp assembly condensation	113
Replacing exterior bulbs	114
Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic)	115
Replacing park/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs (aerodynamic)	116
Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam)	116
Replacing park/turn/sidemarker bulbs (sealed beam)	117
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (pick-ups only)	117
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (chassis cabs only) (if equipped)	118
Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs	118
Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs	119
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)	119
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	119
Driver Controls	120
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	120
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp)	120
TILT STEERING WHEEL	121
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	121
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	121
Storage compartment (if equipped)	122
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)	122
Center console/under-seat storage – Cabela’s Edition (if equipped)	122
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	123
POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)	124
One-touch down	125
Window lock (if equipped)	125
Power rear slider window (if equipped)	125
Accessory delay	126
INTERIOR MIRROR	126
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	126
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	127
Power side view mirrors (if equipped)	127
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	127
Fold-away mirrors	127
Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)	128
Telescoping mirrors (if equipped)	129
Memory mirrors (if equipped)	130
Mirror-mounted side turn signal indicator (if equipped)	130
Clearance lamps (if equipped)	130
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	131
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	131
Setting speed control	132
Resuming a set speed	133
Increasing speed while using speed control	133
Reducing speed while using speed control	133
Turning off speed control	134
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	134
Audio control features	134
UPFITTER CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	137
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	138
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	139
Programming	140
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	141
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	142
Erasing HomeLink buttons	142
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	142
TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)	143
Tailgate removal	143
Tailgate step (if equipped)	144
Bed extender (if equipped)	145
Locks and Security	148
KEYS	148
POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)	148
Smart locks (if equipped)	148
Autolock feature (if equipped)	149
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	149
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure	149
Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure	150
Autounlock feature (if equipped)	150
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	150
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	151
Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure	151
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)	152
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	152
Two step door unlocking	153
One step door unlocking	153
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking	153
Locking the doors	153
Car finder	154
Sounding a panic alarm	154
Memory seats/adjustable pedals/mirrors (if equipped)	154
Activating the memory feature	154
Deactivating the memory feature	155
Replacing the battery	155
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters	156
How to program your remote entry transmitters	156
Illuminated entry	157
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	157
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals	157
Erasing personal code	158
Anti-scan feature	158
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	159
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	159
Anti-theft indicator	160
Automatic arming	160
Automatic disarming	160
Replacement keys	160
Programming spare keys	161
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	162
Arming the system	162
Disarming the system	163
Triggering the anti-theft system	163
Seating and Safety Restraints	164
SEATING	164
Non-adjustable head restraints	164
Full bench seat (if equipped)	165
Captain’s chair (if equipped)	167
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	167
Using the manual lumbar support	168
Heated seats (if equipped)	169
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	169
REAR SEATS	170
Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)	170
Cabela’s seat	171
Rear folding seat system with load floor (if equipped)	171
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	173
Safety restraints precautions	173
Combination lap and shoulder belts	174
Vehicle sensitive mode	175
Belt sensitive mode	175
Automatic locking mode	175
When to use the automatic locking mode	175
How to use the automatic locking mode	176
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	176
Energy management feature	177
Safety belt pretensioner	177
Front safety belt height adjustment	177
Safety belt with cinch tongue (Regular cab center seating position and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)	178
How to fasten the cinch tongue (Regular cab center seating position and Super Cab/Crew Cab rear center seating positions)	179
Lap belts	179
Adjusting the lap belt	179
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	180
Conditions of operation	181
Belt-Minder	181
One-time disable	183
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (Driver only)	183
Safety belt extension assembly	184
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	185
Important SRS precautions	185
Children and airbags	186
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	187
Determining if the system is operational	189
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™	189
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles	189
Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)	190
Turning the passenger airbag off	190
Turning the passenger airbag back on	191
NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)	192
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)	193
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	195
Important child restraint precautions	195
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	197
Transporting children	198
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	199
Infant and/or toddler seats	199
Installing child safety seats with automatic locking mode combination lap and shoulder belts (front passenger and rear outboard seating positions)	200
Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions (Regular Cab front center and Super/Crew cab rear center positions)	203
Installing child safety seats in the front row lap belt seating positions (Super Cab and Crew Cab)	206
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	207
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	207
Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only)	210
Child booster seats	212
When children should use booster seats	212
Types of booster seats	213
The importance of shoulder belts	215
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	215
Tires, Wheels and Loading	217
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	217
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	217
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	218
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	219
Treadwear	219
Traction AA A B C	220
Temperature A B C	220
TIRES	220
Glossary of tire terminology	220
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	221
Tire inflation information	224
TIRE CARE	225
Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems	225
Tire wear	226
Damage	226
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	227
Tire Replacement Requirements	227
Safety practices	228
Highway hazards	229
Tire and wheel alignment	229
Tire rotation	229
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	231
Information on “P” type tires	232
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	235
Information on “T” type tires	236
Location of the tire label	236
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)	237
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	238
When your temporary spare tire is installed	238
When you believe your system is not operating properly	239
When inflating your tires	240
How temperature affects your tire pressure	240
TPMS reset procedure	241
Overview	241
Performing the TPMS reset procedure	241
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	243
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	244
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles	251
TRAILER TOWING	251
Preparing to tow	253
Hitches	254
Hitch rating	254
Weight-distributing hitch	255
Safety chains	255
Trailer brakes	255
Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped)	256
Trailer lamps	259
Driving while you tow	259
Servicing after towing	260
Trailer towing safety tips	260
General	260
Loading	261
Braking	261
Backing-up	261
Tires	261
Launching or retrieving a boat	262
RECREATIONAL TOWING	262
Driving	264
STARTING	264
Positions of the ignition	264
Preparing to start your vehicle	264
Important safety precautions	265
Starting the engine	266
Guarding against exhaust fumes	267
Important ventilating information	267
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER	267
BRAKES	269
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped)	269
ABS warning lamp	270
Using ABS	270
Parking brake	270
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	271
STEERING	272
LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)	273
PREPARING TO DRIVE	273
BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK	274
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	275
Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)	275
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	277
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	278
Using the clutch	278
Recommended shift speeds	278
Reverse	279
Parking your vehicle	280
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	280
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	282
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)	284
Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)	284
Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)	285
Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)	286
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High)	287
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High)	288
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD)	288
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low)	288
Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD)	289
Using the N (Neutral) position	289
Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)	290
Positions of the electronic shift system	290
Shifting from 2WD to 4x4 HIGH	290
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 2WD	291
Shifting from 4x4 HIGH to 4x4 LOW	291
Shifting from 4x4 LOW to 4x4 HIGH or 2WD	291
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	292
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	292
Basic operating principles	293
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	293
If your vehicle gets stuck	293
Emergency maneuvers	294
Parking	294
Normal characteristics	295
Sand	295
Mud and water	296
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	297
Driving on snow and ice	297
Maintenance and Modifications	298
VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE	299
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	299
SNOWPLOWING	300
Installing the snowplow	300
Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached	301
Snowplowing with your airbag-equipped vehicle	301
Transmission operation while plowing	302
Roadside Emergencies	303
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	303
Getting roadside assistance	303
Using roadside assistance	304
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	304
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	305
FUSES AND RELAYS	306
Fuses	306
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	306
Passenger compartment fuse panel	307
Power distribution box	310
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE	315
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	316
Stopping and securing the vehicle	318
Location of the spare tire and tools	318
Removing the spare tire (with spare tire carrier only)	319
Tire change procedure	320
Installing dual rear wheel ornaments	328
Stowing the flat/spare tire	329
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	330
JUMP STARTING	331
Preparing your vehicle	331
Connecting the jumper cables	332
Jump starting	334
Removing the jumper cables	334
WRECKER TOWING	336
Emergency towing	337
Customer Assistance	338
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	338
Away from home	338
Additional assistance	339
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	340
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	340
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	341
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	342
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	343
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide	343
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	344
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	344
Cleaning	345
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	345
WAXING	346
PAINT CHIPS	346
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	346
ENGINE	347
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	348
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	348
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS (EXCEPT HARLEY-DAVIDSON)	349
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE (HARLEY-DAVIDSON ONLY)	350
INTERIOR	351
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED, EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH F–250 AND F–350 CREW CAB)	351
LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH F-250 AND F-350 CREW CAB ONLY (IF EQUIPPED)	352
UNDERBODY	353
FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	353
Maintenance and Specifications	355
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	355
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	355
Working with the engine off	355
Working with the engine on	355
OPENING THE HOOD	356
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	357
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	359
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	359
ENGINE OIL	360
Checking the engine oil	360
Adding engine oil	361
Engine oil and filter recommendations	362
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	362
BATTERY	363
ENGINE COOLANT	365
Checking engine coolant	365
Adding engine coolant	366
Recycled engine coolant	368
Coolant refill capacity	368
Severe climates	369
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)	369
How fail-safe cooling works	370
When fail-safe mode is activated	370
FUEL FILTER	371
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	371
Important safety precautions	371
Refueling	373
Fuel filler cap	373
Choosing the right fuel	374
Octane recommendations	375
Fuel quality	375
Cleaner air	375
Running out of fuel	375
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	376
Measuring techniques	376
Filling the tank	376
Calculating fuel economy	377
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	377
Habits	377
Maintenance	378
Conditions	378
EPA fuel economy estimates	379
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	379