2008 Ford F250 Diesel Supplement 4th Printing - Page 2
2008 Ford F250 Manual
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Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Your new diesel engine will feel, drive and function somewhat differently than a gasoline engine. Therefore it is very important that you read and thoroughly familiarize yourself and others operating the vehicle with this guide. A special procedure for turning off the diesel engine is in the Driving chapter. It is important to read and understand this material in order to maintain the best service life for your engine. This guide will acquaint you with the Power Stroke diesel engine. It provides recommendations on engine care and operating procedures. For complete vehicle information, also refer to the Owner's Guide included with the vehicle. It also describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing, and should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle. Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine/transmission and/or exhaust system damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle's Warranty Guide for more information. Your vehicle's Powertrain Control Systems can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output such as whether or not performance-enhancing powertrain components commonly referred to as "performance chips" have been used. This information cannot be erased and will stay in the system's memory even if the modification is removed. The Information can be retrieved by Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities when servicing your vehicle. This information may be used to determine if repairs will be covered by warranty. Ford may discontinue models or change specifications without any notice and without incurring obligations. 2