2004 Ford F250 Diesel Supplement 2nd Printing - Page 24
2004 Ford F250 Manual
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Roadside emergencies Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE (E-SERIES ONLY) F-Super Duty and Excursion vehicles equipped with the 6.0L diesel engine can be jump started using the same procedure as a gasoline engine; refer to your Owner's guide for the jump starting procedure. The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. Preparing your vehicle When the batteries are disconnected or new batteries are installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1. Use only a 12-volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the batteries of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the passenger side of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles. Note: This vehicle has two frame-mounted batteries located on the passenger side frame rail, behind the front passenger door. A battery positive (+) jumper stud is located on the frame rail behind the rear most battery box. 24