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Tires, Wheels and Loading Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these components carefully prior to and after any towing operation. Refer to Transmission fluid temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for the transmission fluid temperature information. To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer). To calculate your maximum trailer weight on your own: 1. Pick-up trucks: Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight, then subtract them from the GCWR listed for your vehicle series and drive axle ratio listed on the following table. 2. Chassis cabs and pick-up trucks with aftermarket equipment: Weigh your vehicle at a certified scale and subtract this actual curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver's weight from the GCWR listed for your vehicle series and drive axle ratio listed on the following table. The weight of all additional cargo and passengers must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight calculated above. Further trailer/hitch restrictions and limitations exist depending on the type of trailer and hitch used. This information follows the table listing the maximum GCWRs. For load specification terms found on the label and instructions on calculating your vehicle's load, refer to Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer in this chapter when figuring the total weight of your vehicle. Note: Do not exceed the tire ratings specified on the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label. WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. 250 2011 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	5
Congratulations	5
Safety and Environment Protection	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	6
Protecting the environment	6
Perchlorate material	6
Breaking-in your vehicle	6
Special Notices	7
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	7
Special instructions	7
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	8
Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)	8
Data Recording	8
Service Data Recording	8
Event Data Recording	9
Vehicle Modification Data Recording	10
Cell phone use	11
Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information	11
Instrument Cluster	14
Warning lights and chimes	14
Gauges	21
Standard message center	22
Selectable features	23
Info (information menu)	23
System check and vehicle feature customization	25
Compass zone/calibration adjustment	27
System warnings	29
Optional message center (if equipped)	39
Main menu	40
Gauge Mode	40
Trip A/B	41
Fuel Economy	41
Truck Apps (if equipped)	42
Settings	44
Information	46
Compass/transmission indicator displays	47
System warnings and status messages	47
Entertainment Systems	59
Audio systems	59
AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)	59
AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite-compatible sound system (if equipped)	61
Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)	68
USB port (if equipped)	70
General audio information	70
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	73
Navigation system (if equipped)	76
SYNC (if equipped)	76
Climate Controls	77
Single Zone Climate Control	77
Operating tips	78
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control (if equipped)	80
Operating tips	82
Rear window defroster (if equipped)	84
Remote start climate operation (if equipped)	84
Lights	86
Headlamp Control	86
Autolamp control (if equipped)	86
Fog lamp control (if equipped)	87
High beams	87
Flash-to-pass	87
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	88
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	88
Aiming the headlamps	88
Vertical aim adjustment	89
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	90
Interior Lamps	90
Front map lamps (if equipped)	90
Bulb Replacement	91
Lamp assembly condensation	91
Replacing exterior bulbs	92
Replacing headlamps, park lamps, turn lamps	93
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (pick-ups only)	94
Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (chassis cabs only) (if equipped)	95
Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs	95
Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs	96
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)	96
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	96
Driver Controls	97
Multi-function lever	97
Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)	97
Tilt/Telescope Steering Wheel	98
Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)	98
Overhead console (if equipped)	98
Storage compartment (if equipped)	99
Center console (if equipped)	99
Auxiliary power point (12V DC)	100
Power point (110V AC) (if equipped)	100
Power Windows (if equipped)	102
One-touch down	102
Window lock (if equipped)	103
Power sliding back window (if equipped)	103
Accessory delay	103
Interior mirror	103
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)	104
Exterior Mirrors	104
Power side view mirrors (if equipped)	104
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	105
Fold-away mirrors	105
Powerfold mirrors (if equipped)	105
Telescoping mirrors (if equipped)	107
Memory mirrors (if equipped)	107
Mirror-mounted side turn signal indicator (if equipped)	108
Clearance lamps (if equipped)	108
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (if equipped)	108
Speed control (if equipped)	109
Using speed control	109
Setting speed control	109
Disengaging a set speed	110
Resuming a set speed	110
Increasing speed while using speed control	110
Reducing speed while using speed control	110
Turning off speed control	110
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	111
Audio control features	111
Upfitter controls (if equipped)	112
Moon roof (if equipped)	113
Universal garage door opener (if equipped)	114
Car2U Home Automation System (if equipped)	115
Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)	115
Rolling code programming	116
Fixed code programming	118
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System buttons	120
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance	120
Positive Retention Floor Mat (if equipped)	121
Tailgate lock (if equipped)	121
Tailgate removal	121
Tailgate step (if equipped)	123
Bed extender (if equipped)	124
Locks and Security	127
Keys	127
MyKey (if equipped)	127
Power door locks (if equipped)	135
Smart locks (if equipped)	135
Autolock feature (if equipped)	136
Deactivating/activating autolock feature	136
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedure	136
Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure	137
Autounlock feature (if equipped)	137
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature	138
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure	138
Keyless entry keypad autounlock enable/disable procedure	139
Childproof door locks (if equipped)	139
Remote entry system (if equipped)	140
Two step door unlocking	141
One step door unlocking	141
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking	141
Locking the doors	141
Car finder	141
Sounding a panic alarm	141
Memory feature (seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals)	142
Programming memory feature to transmitter	142
Deprogramming memory feature from transmitter	142
Replacing the battery	142
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	143
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)	143
Illuminated entry	143
Remote start (if equipped)	144
SecuriCode™ keyless entry system (if equipped)	146
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory feature	146
Erasing personal code	147
Anti-scan feature	147
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry	147
Securilock passive anti-theft system (if equipped)	147
Automatic arming	148
Automatic disarming	148
Replacement keys	148
Programming spare keys	148
Perimeter alarm system (if equipped)	149
Arming the system	150
Disarming the system	150
Triggering the anti-theft system	150
Seating and Safety Restraints	151
Front seats	151
Adjustable head restraints	151
Front row center non-adjustable head restraint (if equipped)	153
Front seat	155
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	157
Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)	158
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	158
Heated and cooled seats (if equipped)	158
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped)	159
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	161
Easy-access/easy-out feature (if equipped)	161
Rear seats	162
Non-adjustable second-row head restraints	162
Folding up the rear seats (SuperCab)	163
Returning the seat to seating position	164
Folding the rear seatback (Crew Cab)	164
Folding up the rear seat cushion	164
Returning the seat to the seating position	164
Rear center armrest (if equipped)	165
Rear under seat storage (if equipped) (Crew Cab)	165
Safety restraints	166
Safety restraints precautions	166
Combination lap and shoulder belts	167
Safety belt with cinch tongue (front and rear center seat only)	168
How to fasten the cinch tongue	168
Restraint of pregnant women	169
Vehicle sensitive mode	170
Belt sensitive mode	170
Automatic locking mode	170
When to use the automatic locking mode	170
How to use the automatic locking mode	171
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	171
Energy management feature	172
Safety belt pretensioner	172
Safety belt extension assembly	172
Front safety belt height adjustment	173
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	173
Conditions of operation	174
Belt-Minder	174
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature (Driver only)	176
Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS)	178
Important SRS precautions	178
Children and airbags	179
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	180
Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)	182
How does the side airbag system work?	183
Safety Canopy System (if equipped)	184
How does the Safety Canopy System work?	185
Determining if the system is operational	187
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™	187
Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch (if equipped)	188
Turning the passenger airbag off	188
Turning the passenger airbag back on	189
NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)	190
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)	191
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles	192
Safety restraints for children	192
Important child restraint precautions	192
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children	195
Transporting children	196
Safety seats for children	197
Infant and/or toddler seats	197
Installing child safety seats with automatic locking mode combination lap and shoulder belts (front passenger and rear outboard seating positions)	198
Installing child safety seats in cinch tongue combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions (All front center and Super/Crew cab rear center positions)	201
Attaching child safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) attachments	204
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	204
Tether strap attachment (rear SuperCab only)	207
Child booster seats	209
When children should use booster seats	209
Types of booster seats	210
The importance of shoulder belts	212
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance	212
Tires, Wheels and Loading	214
Notice to utility vehicle and truck owners	214
Vehicle characteristics	214
Four-wheel drive (4WD) system (if equipped)	214
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	215
Information about uniform tire quality grading	216
Treadwear	217
Traction AA A B C	217
Temperature A B C	217
Tires	218
Glossary of tire terminology	218
Inflating your tires	219
Tire inflation information	221
Tire care	222
Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems	222
Tire wear	223
Damage	223
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	224
Tire replacement requirements	224
Safety practices	225
Highway hazards	226
Tire and wheel alignment	226
Tire rotation	227
Information contained on the tire sidewall	228
Information on “P” type tires	229
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	232
Information on “T” type tires	233
Location of the tire label	233
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)	234
Changing tires with a TPMS	235
Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	236
When your temporary spare tire is installed	236
When you believe your system is not operating properly	237
When inflating your tires	238
How temperature affects your tire pressure	238
TPMS reset procedure	239
Overview	239
Performing the TPMS reset procedure	239
Snow tires and chains	241
Vehicle loading – with and without a trailer	242
Special loading instructions for owners of pick-up trucks and utility-type vehicles	249
Trailer towing	249
Preparing to tow	251
Hitches	251
Hitch ratings	251
Weight-distributing hitch	252
Fifth-wheel trailer hitch (if equipped)	252
Safety chains	253
Trailer brakes	254
Integrated trailer brake controller (if equipped)	254
Trailer lamps	258
Driving while you tow	258
Trailer towing safety tips	259
General	259
Loading	259
Braking	260
Backing-up	260
Tires	260
Launching or retrieving a boat	260
Recreational towing	261
Driving	262
Starting	262
Positions of the ignition	262
Preparing to start your vehicle	262
Important safety precautions	263
Starting the engine	264
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)	265
If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexible fuel vehicles only)	265
Guarding against exhaust fumes	265
Important ventilating information	266
Engine block heater (if equipped)	266
Brakes	268
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	268
Using ABS	268
Brake assist	268
ABS warning lamp	269
Parking brake	269
Engine only traction control (All dual rear wheel (DRW) vehicles)	270
AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC) stability enhancement system (All single rear wheel (SRW) vehicles)	271
Hill descent control (if equipped)	277
Steering	279
Electronic locking differential (ELD) (if equipped)	280
Activating the electronic locking differential (ELD)	280
Preparing to drive	281
Brake-shift interlock	282
Automatic transmission operation	284
Understanding the shift positions of the 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)	284
Understanding the shift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)	286
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic™ transmission (SST) gearshift lever	289
Hill start assist (HSA)	291
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow	292
Reverse sensing system (if equipped)	292
Rearview camera system (if equipped)	294
Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation (if equipped)	296
Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)	297
Electronic Shift On the Fly (ESOF) 4x4 system (if equipped)	297
Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)	298
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High)	299
Shifting from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD)	300
Shifting from 2H (2WD) or 4H (4x4 High) to 4L (4x4 Low)	300
Shifting from 4L (4x4 Low) to 4H (4x4 High) or 2H (2WD)	300
Using the N (Neutral) position	301
Using the electronic shift 4WD system (if equipped)	301
Shifting between 2H (4X2) and 4H (4X4 high)	302
Shifting to/from 4L (4X4 low)	302
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles	303
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	303
Basic operating principles	303
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	304
If your vehicle gets stuck	304
Emergency maneuvers	305
Parking	305
Normal characteristics	306
Sand	306
Mud and water	307
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	308
Driving on snow and ice	308
Maintenance and modifications	309
Vehicle used as a stationary power source	310
Driving through water	310
Snowplowing	311
Installing the snowplow	311
Operating the vehicle with the snowplow attached	312
Snowplowing with your airbag-equipped vehicle	312
Transmission operation while plowing	313
Roadside Emergencies	314
Roadside Assistance	314
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance	314
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Using roadside assistance	314
Vehicles sold in Canada : Getting roadside assistance	315
Vehicles sold in Canada : Using roadside assistance	315
Hazard Flasher Control	315
Fuel Pump Shut-off	316
Fuses and relays	316
Fuses	316
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	317
Passenger compartment fuse panel	317
Power distribution box	322
Changing the tires	326
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	327
Stopping and securing the vehicle	329
Location of the spare tire and tools	330
Removing the spare tire (with spare tire carrier only)	330
Tire change procedure	332
Installing dual rear wheel ornaments	340
Stowing the flat/spare tire	341
Wheel lug nut torque specifications	342
Jump starting	343
Preparing your vehicle	344
Connecting the jumper cables	344
Jump starting	345
Removing the jumper cables	346
Wrecker towing	347
Emergency towing	348
Customer Assistance	349
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	349
Away from home	349
Additional assistance	350
In California (U.S. only)	351
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. only)	352
Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada only)	353
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	353
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	355
Obtaining a French Owner’s Guide	355
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	356
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	356
Cleaning	357
Washing the exterior	357
Waxing	358
Paint chips	358
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers	358
Engine	358
Plastic (non-painted) exterior parts	360
Windows and wiper blades	360
Instrument panel/Interior trim and cluster lens (except Harley-Davidson)	361
Instrument panel and console (Harley-Davidson only)	362
Interior	363
Leather seats (if equipped, except for the King Ranch edition)	363
Leather seats for the King Ranch edition only (if equipped)	364
Underbody	365
Ford and Lincoln car care products	365
Maintenance and Specifications	366
Service recommendations	366
Precautions when servicing your vehicle	366
Working with the engine off	366
Working with the engine on	366
Opening the hood	367
Identifying components in the engine compartment	367
Windshield washer fluid	370
Changing the wiper blades	370
Engine oil	371
Checking the engine oil	371
Adding engine oil	372
Engine oil and filter recommendations	372
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	372
Battery	373
Engine coolant	375
Checking engine coolant	375
Adding engine coolant	376
Recycled engine coolant	378
Coolant refill capacity	378
Severe climates	379
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)	379
How fail-safe cooling works	380
When fail-safe mode is activated	380
Engine fluid temperature management (except 6.8L V10)	381
Fuel filter	382
What you should know about automotive fuels	382
Important safety precautions	382
Refueling	385
Fuel filler cap	385
FFV (Flex Fuel Vehicle) fuel cap	386
Choosing the right fuel	386
Octane recommendations	386
FFV engine (if equipped)	387
Fuel quality	387
Diesel engine (if equipped)	388
Cleaner air	388
Running out of fuel	388
Essentials of good fuel economy	389
Measuring techniques	389
Filling the tank	389
Calculating fuel economy	390
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	390
Habits	390
Maintenance	391
Conditions	391
Emission control system	392
On-board diagnostics (OBD-II)	393
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	394
Power steering fluid	395
Brake fluid	396
Transmission fluid	396
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)	396
Low fluid level	397
Correct fluid level	397
High fluid level	398
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels	399
Transfer case fluid (if equipped)	400
Air filter	400
Changing the air filter element	401
Vehicle storage	403
Motorcraft part numbers	406
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	407
Engine data	411
Engine drivebelt routing	411
Identifying your vehicle	412
Safety Compliance Certification Label	412
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	413
Transmission code designations	414
Accessories	415

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Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle’s engine,

transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Inspect these

components carefully prior to and after any towing operation. Refer to

Transmission fluid temperature gauge

in the

Instrument Cluster

chapter for the transmission fluid temperature information.

To find the maximum trailer weight allowed for your vehicle, consult

your authorized dealer (or the

RV and Trailer Towing Guide

provided

by your authorized dealer).

To calculate your maximum trailer weight on your own:

Pick-up trucks:

Take curb weight, hitch hardware and the driver’s

weight, then subtract them from the GCWR listed for your vehicle

series and drive axle ratio listed on the following table.

Chassis cabs and pick-up trucks with aftermarket equipment:

Weigh your vehicle at a certified scale and subtract this actual curb

weight, hitch hardware and the driver’s weight from the GCWR listed

for your vehicle series and drive axle ratio listed on the following

table.

The weight of all additional cargo and passengers must be subtracted

from the maximum trailer weight calculated above.

Further trailer/hitch restrictions and limitations exist depending on the

type of trailer and hitch used. This information follows the table listing

the maximum GCWRs.

For load specification terms found on the label and instructions on

calculating your vehicle’s load, refer to

Vehicle loading - with and

without a trailer

in this chapter when figuring the total weight of your

vehicle.

Note:

Do not exceed the tire ratings specified on the Tire Label or

Safety Compliance Certification Label.

WARNING:

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on

the certification label.

WARNING:

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended

gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could

result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss

of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.

Tires, Wheels and Loading

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2011 F-250/350/450/550

(f23)

Owners Guide, 4th Printing

USA

(fus)