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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped) Shifting between system modes Note: Do not perform these operations if the rear wheels are slipping. Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4x4 system shifts or engages. This is normal. In order to reduce engagement noise, it is recommended that all shifts be performed at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h). Note: The vehicle should not be driven in 4X4 High with the hub locks disengaged as this condition may damage driveline system components. Engage the locking hubs by rotating the hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then move the transfer case lever from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). Move the transfer case lever from 4H (4x4 High) to 2H (2WD) at a stop or a vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h), then disengage the locking hubs (optional) by rotating the hub lock control from LOCK to FREE. For proper operation, make sure that both indicator arrows on the hub are aligned, and that both hubs are set to either FREE or LOCK. Shifting to/from 4L (4x4 Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop or a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). 2. Place the transmission in N (Neutral). 3. Move the transfer case shift lever through N (Neutral) directly to the desired position. 4. If the transfer case does not, or only partially moves to the desired position, perform a shift with the transmission in N (Neutral) and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). E163189 5. If shifting to 2H (2WD) with the vehicle at a complete stop, disengage the locking hubs (optional) by rotating the hub lock control from LOCK to FREE. Using the N (Neutral) position WARNING Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. The transfer case neutral position overrides the transmission and puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift lever position. The vehicle can move forward or backwards. This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. 155 Super Duty (), enUSA

Section	Page
Copyright ©	2
Introduction	10
About This Manual	10
Symbols Glossary	10
Data Recording	12
California Proposition 65	14
Perchlorate	14
Ford Credit	14
Replacement Parts Recommendation	15
Special Notices	15
Mobile Communications Equipment	16
Export Unique Options	16
Child Safety	18
General Information	18
Installing Child Seats	19
Booster Seats	27
Child Seat Positioning	29
Child Safety Locks	30
Safety Belts	31
Principle of Operation	31
Fastening the Safety Belts	32
Safety Belt Height Adjustment	35
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime	35
Safety Belt Minder	36
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance	38
Supplementary Restraints System	39
Principle of Operation	39
Driver and Passenger Airbags	40
Side Airbags	46
Safety Canopy™	47
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator	48
Airbag Disposal	49
Keys and Remote Controls	50
General Information on Radio Frequencies	50
Remote Control	50
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control	53
MyKey™	54
Principle of Operation	54
Creating a MyKey	54
Clearing All MyKeys	56
Checking MyKey System Status	56
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems	58
MyKey Troubleshooting	58
Locks	59
Locking and Unlocking	59
Keyless Entry	60
Security	63
Passive Anti-Theft System	63
Anti-Theft Alarm	64
Steering Wheel	65
Adjusting the Steering Wheel	65
Audio Control	65
Voice Control	66
Cruise Control	66
Information Display Control	66
Heated Steering Wheel	67
Pedals	68
Adjusting the Pedals	68
Wipers and Washers	69
Windshield Wipers	69
Windshield Washers	69
Lighting	70
Lighting Control	70
Autolamps	70
Instrument Lighting Dimmer	71
Daytime Running Lamps	71
Front Fog Lamps	72
Direction Indicators	72
Interior Lamps	72
Windows and Mirrors	74
Power Windows	74
Global Opening	75
Exterior Mirrors	75
Interior Mirror	77
Sun Visors	78
Moonroof	78
Instrument Cluster	80
Gauges	80
Warning Lamps and Indicators	82
Audible Warnings and Indicators	85
Information Displays	86
General Information	86
Information Messages	97
Climate Control	108
Manual Climate Control	108
Automatic Climate Control	109
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate	111
Heated Windows and Mirrors	113
Remote Start	114
Seats	115
Sitting in the Correct Position	115
Head Restraints	115
Manual Seats	117
Power Seats	118
Memory Function	118
Rear Seats	119
Heated Seats	121
Climate Controlled Seats	123
Front Seat Armrest	124
Rear Seat Armrest	125
Universal Garage Door Opener	126
Universal Garage Door Opener	126
Auxiliary Power Points	134
Auxiliary Power Points	134
Storage Compartments	136
Center Console	136
Overhead Console	136
Starting and Stopping the Engine	137
General Information	137
Ignition Switch	137
Starting a Gasoline Engine	138
Engine Block Heater	139
Fuel and Refueling	141
Safety Precautions	141
Fuel Quality	142
Running Out of Fuel	143
Refueling	143
Fuel Consumption	145
Emission Control System	146
Transmission	149
Automatic Transmission	149
Power Take-Off	155
Four-Wheel Drive	156
Using Four-Wheel Drive	156
Rear Axle	165
Limited Slip Differential	165
Electronic Locking Differential	165
Brakes	167
General Information	167
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes	167
Parking Brake	168
Hill Start Assist	168
Traction Control	170
Principle of Operation	170
Using Traction Control	170
Stability Control	172
Principle of Operation	172
Using Stability Control	172
Terrain Response	175
Principle of Operation	175
Using Hill Descent Control	175
Parking Aids	177
Parking Aid	177
Rear View Camera	178
Cruise Control	181
Principle of Operation	181
Using Cruise Control	181
Driving Aids	182
Steering	182
Load Carrying	183
Load Limit	183
Tailgate	190
Towing	194
Towing a Trailer	194
Trailer Sway Control	195
Recommended Towing Weights	195
Essential Towing Checks	198
Towing Points	206
Transporting the Vehicle	207
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels	208
Driving Hints	210
Breaking-In	210
Economical Driving	210
Driving Through Water	211
Floor Mats	211
Snowplowing	212
Roadside Emergencies	214
Roadside Assistance	214
Hazard Warning Flashers	215
Fuel Shutoff	215
Jump Starting the Vehicle	215
Post-Crash Alert System	217
Customer Assistance	218
Getting the Services You Need	218
In California (U.S. Only)	219
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)	220
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)	220
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada	221
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature	222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)	222
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)	223
Fuses	224
Fuse Specification Chart	224
Changing a Fuse	232
Maintenance	233
General Information	233
Opening and Closing the Hood	233
Under Hood Overview	234
Under Hood Overview	235
Engine Oil Dipstick	236
Engine Oil Check	236
Engine Coolant Check	237
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check	241
Transfer Case Fluid Check	244
Brake Fluid Check	244
Power Steering Fluid Check	244
Washer Fluid Check	245
Fuel Filter	245
Changing the 12V Battery	245
Checking the Wiper Blades	247
Changing the Wiper Blades	247
Adjusting the Headlamps	248
Removing a Headlamp	249
Changing a Bulb	251
Bulb Specification Chart	253
Changing the Engine Air Filter	255
Vehicle Care	257
General Information	257
Cleaning Products	257
Cleaning the Exterior	257
Waxing	258
Cleaning the Engine	258
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades	259
Cleaning the Interior	259
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens	259
Cleaning Leather Seats	260
Repairing Minor Paint Damage	261
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels	262
Vehicle Storage	262
Wheels and Tires	265
General Information	265
Tire Care	267
Using Snow Chains	284
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	285
Changing a Road Wheel	290
Technical Specifications	301
Capacities and Specifications	303
Engine Specifications	303
Motorcraft Parts	304
Vehicle Identification Number	305
Vehicle Certification Label	305
Transmission Code Designation	306
Technical Specifications	307
Audio System	312
General Information	312
Audio Unit	313
Audio Unit	314
Audio Unit	317
Digital Radio	318
Satellite Radio	320
Audio Input Jack	323
USB Port	323
Media Hub	324
SYNC™	325
General Information	325
Using Voice Recognition	327
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone	329
SYNC™ Applications and Services	340
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player	347
SYNC™ Troubleshooting	355
MyFord Touch™	361
General Information	361
Settings	368
Entertainment	378
Phone	395
Information	401
Climate	410
Navigation	413
Accessories	422
Accessories	422
Auxiliary Switches	423
Appendices	425
End User License Agreement	425
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	440
Extended Service Plan (ESP)	440
Scheduled Maintenance	442
General Maintenance Information	442
Normal Scheduled Maintenance	445
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance	446
Scheduled Maintenance Record	451

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Shifting between system modes

Note:

Do not perform these operations if

the rear wheels are slipping.

Note:

Some noise may be heard as the 4x4

system shifts or engages. This is normal. In

order to reduce engagement noise, it is

recommended that all shifts be performed

at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h).

Note:

The vehicle should not be driven in

4X4 High with the hub locks disengaged as

this condition may damage driveline system

components.

Engage the locking hubs by rotating the

hub lock control from FREE to LOCK, then

move the transfer case lever from 2H

(2WD) to 4H (4x4 High) at a stop or a

vehicle speed below 3 mph (5 km/h).

Move the transfer case lever from 4H (4x4

High) to 2H (2WD) at a stop or a vehicle

speed below 3 mph (5 km/h), then

disengage the locking hubs (optional) by

rotating the hub lock control from LOCK

to FREE.

For proper operation, make sure that both

indicator arrows on the hub are aligned,

and that both hubs are set to either FREE

or LOCK.

Shifting to/from 4L (4x4 Low)

Bring the vehicle to a stop or a speed

below 3 mph (5 km/h).

Place the transmission in N (Neutral).

Move the transfer case shift lever

through N (Neutral) directly to the

desired position.

If the transfer case does not, or only

partially moves to the desired position,

perform a shift with the transmission

in N (Neutral) and the vehicle rolling at

a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h).

If shifting to 2H (2WD) with the vehicle

at a complete stop, disengage the

locking hubs (optional) by rotating the

hub lock control from LOCK to FREE.

Using the N (Neutral) position

WARNING

Do not leave the vehicle unattended

with the transfer case in the N

(Neutral) position. Always set the

parking brake fully and turn off the ignition

when leaving the vehicle.

E163189

The transfer case neutral position overrides

the transmission and puts the vehicle in

neutral regardless of transmission gearshift

lever position. The vehicle can move

forward or backwards.

This position should only be used when

towing the vehicle.

155

Super Duty (), enUSA

Four-Wheel Drive

(If Equipped)