2009 Ford F250 Super Duty Regular Cab Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing - Page 2

YOUR 2009 FORD 1. Service Engine Soon Light an exhaust system with clean diesel after-treatment technology which includes a diesel oxidation catalytic converter and a diesel particulate filter (DPF). Do not modify the exhaust after-treatment. See Owner's Guide for more information. Draining the Water Separator Remember to drain the water separator monthly. Water will gather in the frame-mounted water separator, called the horizontal fuel conditioning module (HFCM). A WATER IN FUEL indicator will illuminate in the message center when the module has reached its capacity. Checking the Air Filter Your vehicle has an air filtration system with a restriction indicator gauge that will alert you when you need to change your filter. The gauge has a viewable indicator located underhood on the air filter assembly which should be inspected every oil change. A CHECK AIR FILTER message will also appear in the message center when the system restriction reaches its upper limit for proper operation. Engine Oil Specifications for Diesel Engines The Service Engine soon light illuminates briefly when the ignition is turned on. If it remains on after the engine is started, the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. If the light is blinking, an engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2. ABS Warning Light If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light is also illuminated. 3. Airbag Readiness Light The air bag readiness light illuminates briefly when the ignition is turned on. If this light fails to illuminate, remains on or continues to flash after the engine is started, contact your Heavier 15W-40 and 5W-40 engine oils are recommended for temperatures over 50˚F (10˚C) and must be used for heavy duty driving and trailer towing. Use Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil conforming to Ford specification WSS-M2C171-E or API service categories CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM. It is important to use these oils because they are compatible with the emission control equipment of your vehicle to meet the more stringent emission standards. Under normal conditions, the engine oil and filter need to be changed at 10,000 mi (16,093 km) or 6 month intervals (whichever comes first). Under severe conditions, the intervals are sooner; 5,000 mi (8,046 km) or 3 months (whichever comes first). Refer to the scheduled maintenance information chapter of the diesel owner guide supplement for specific information on normal and severe conditions. Use the same engine oil and filter change intervals when using synthetic engine oil. authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will also sound if a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system is detected. 4. Brake System Warning Light The brake system warning light illuminates briefly when the ignition is released, your brake fluid is low and should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 5. Headlamps, fog lamps (if equipped) anD autolamps (if equipped) Turn the control one position to the right to turn on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turn the control to the second position on the right to turn on the headlamps. Turn the control one position to the left to activate the autolamp feature (if equipped), which automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, based on available daylight. Vehicles equipped with a message center, you can also select a delay from 1 - 180 seconds for the lights to stay on after the ignition is turned off. Pull the control towards you to activate the fog lamps (if equipped). (The fog lamps will not operate when the control is turned off (O) or when the high beams are on). 6. Speed control (if equipped) To set the speed control, press and release ON. Accelerate to the desired speed. Press and release the SET + control. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The speed control indicator light will illuminate in the cluster. To set a higher speed: press and hold SET+ until the desired speed is reached, or briefly press SET+ to increase the speed by small amounts. To set a lower speed: press and hold SET- until the desired speed is reached, or briefly press SET- to decrease the speed by small amounts. Press RES to return to the previously set speed. To turn speed control off, depress the brake pedal or press OFF. 7. Message Center When the ignition is in the ON position, the message center on your vehicle's instrument cluster will display information on your vehicle's operating functions, as well as warning messages. Pressing the INFO button lets you scroll through general vehicle information such as odometer, trip odometer, compass, average fuel economy, distance to empty (fuel) and engine hours. Engine hours register how many hours the engine has been running. This is especially important if your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine as important maintenance items (engine oil changes and fuel filter changes) may be based on engine hours. Please refer to the scheduled maintenance information in your diesel supplement for more information. 8. POWER REAR SLIDER WINDOW (if equipped) Push the switch, (located behind the steering wheel) to open the rear window. Pull to close the rear window. Please refer to your Owner's Guide for more details. 9. TOW/HAUL SWITCH (if equipped) To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, activate the Tow/Haul feature. This will reduce frequency of transmission shifting and assist in transmission cooling. This feature also provides engine braking in all forward gears when the transmission is in the D (Overdrive) position; the engine braking will slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade. 10. Electronic shift on the fly 4x4 system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic shift on the fly 4x4 system which allows you to choose between 2WD, 4x4 HIGH or 4x4 LOW driving modes. Choose 2WD to provide power to the rear wheels only - used mainly for street and highway driving. This mode provides optimal smoothness and fuel economy at high speeds. Choose 4x4 HIGH to send power to the rear and front wheels for extra traction during winter and off-road conditions. (Not intended for use on dry pavement.) Choose 4x4 LOW when you need extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels at reduced speeds. This is intended for use in situations such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling a boat out of the water. This mode is not intended for use on dry pavement. For complete information on these modes and shifting requirements, or on the optional manual shift on-stop 4x4 system, please refer to the Driving chapter in your Owner's Guide for more information. 11. TRACTION CONTROL™ SYSTEM (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction control ™ system which helps you maintain stability and steerability of your vehicle during a variety of road conditions, especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow or ice covered roads and gravel roads. If your vehicle becomes stuck in the snow, mud or sand, try turning off the system to allow wheel spin and help increase momentum to dig the vehicle out. The system defaults to on and the control will illuminate when turned off. 12. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (if equipped) Press the top of the control to move the pedals further away from you or press the bottom of the control to move the pedals closer to you. The pedals should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and in Park (P). 13. REVERSE SENSING (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a reverse sensing system which can warn you if there is an object behind the vehicle that may be too low for you to see. The system will sound a warning tone that increases in frequency as the object gets closer and will sound continuously when the object is less than 10 inches away. Refer to your Owner's Guide for more information. 14. Climate control AND AUDIO Refer to the Climate Control and Audio section on the reverse side of this Quick Reference Guide. 15. Trailer Brake Controller (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a fully-integrated electronic Trailer Brake Controller (TBC). This helps ensure smooth and effective trailer braking by powering the trailer's electric brakes with a proportional output based on the towing vehicle's brake pressure. Use the GAIN adjustment buttons (+,-) and the manual control lever to make adjustments. The system will display any necessary messages through your message center. For complete information on using the TBC, please refer to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter of your Owner's Guide for more information. 16. UPFITTER (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the Upfitter package, these auxiliary switches can be customized to perform additional functions. The switches deliver 10A, 15A or 30A of battery power to whatever accessory is chosen. Refer to the Body Builder's Layout Book or visit www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/ non-html/Q117R1.pdf for more detailed information. 17. Auxiliary Power Point Your vehicle is equipped with a 12V auxiliary power point which allows you to power electrical devices that require up to 12V. For more information, please refer to your Owner's Guide. 18. Auxiliary Input Jack (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with an Auxiliary input jack, which allows you to play music from your portable music player through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. 19. USB port (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, you will have a USB port which allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks and also to charge devices if they support this feature. SYNC is a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or to the SYNC section in the Navigation supplement. Please also feel free to visit www.SyncMyRide.com. Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but doesn't start, the switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch is located on the passenger side of the instrument panel. You have to open the passenger side door and remove the access panel to reset the switch. For switch reset instructions, please refer to your Owner's Guide. Telescoping mirrorS (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with manual or power telescoping mirrors which can extend out 2.75 inches (70 mm). These mirrors are especially useful when you are towing a trailer. Manual mirrors can be pushed out or pulled in to the desired position. If your vehicle is equipped with power telescoping mirrors, you can simultaneously position the mirrors using the control switch on the door trim panel. To telescope the mirrors outboard, press and hold t until the mirrors reach the desired position. To telescope the mirrors inboard, press and hold u until the mirrors reach their desired position. Service intervals It is important to maintain your vehicle to keep it running in peak condition. Engine oil and filter changes along with fuel filter (two fuel filters on diesel vehicles) and engine coolant inspection/replacement are common maintenance items that can be done to prolong the life of your engine. If you drive your vehicle in severe situations, more frequent service will be required on some items. Please refer to the scheduled maintenance information chapter of your diesel supplement if your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine or the separate Scheduled Maintenance Guide if your vehicle is equipped with a gasoline engine. ENGINE FAN OPERATION Your vehicle is equipped with a high performance clutched cooling fan. When the clutch engages, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. This typically occurs when carrying heavy loads, towing a trailer or with high outside temperatures. As fan speed increases (and as the clutch engages), you may notice an increase in fan noise which is normal. When extra cooling is no longer required, the clutch disengages and the noise will go away. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan spins slower and the clutch is not engaged; this improves fuel economy and reduces fan speed/noise. Cold weather starting It is recommended that the engine block heater be used for starting when the temperature is -10°F (-23°C) or colder for diesel engines and below 0°F (-17°C) for gas engines. Please refer to Engine Block Heater in the Driving chapter of your Owner's Guide. Diesel engine operation (if equipped) Diesel engines have different starting and operating procedures than gasoline engines. Please refer to your diesel supplement for detailed information on starting and operating your diesel engine. Key items to remember are: Starting the Engine With the key in the on position, the light will illuminate if glow plug heat is necessary as a starting aid. Wait for the light to extinguish before starting the engine. Turning Off the Engine It is important to remember that if you have been operating your vehicle at a high speed or maximum gross vehicle weight, it is recommended to let the engine idle for 3-5 minutes so the turbocharged engine can properly cool down. Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) Fuel The diesel engine requires ultra low sulfur diesel fuel to control exhaust emissions, especially when combined with new exhaust treatment devices such as a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). It is always important to make sure the proper fuel is used because use of improper fuel (e.g., high level of biodiesel fuel or a high sulfur diesel fuel) may cause serious engine damage. Use of biodiesel is acceptable as long as the content is no higher than 5% (B5). If the biodiesel is rated higher than B5 (such as B10 or B20), it may damage fuel system components. Exhaust System To control exhaust emissions, your diesel Super Duty is equipped with 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 4 15 16 1 7 18 19 is turned on or when the parking brake is applied to confirm that the system is functional. If the light does not illuminate at this time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. If the light continues to illuminate after the parking brake